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NEW MACHINE CHECKOUT
Before a emp ng to use or operate the spreader it is important to be thoroughly familiarized with the contents of
this manual. Then the machine should be checked using the following check list:
1. Ground drive re inflated to 22 PSI. Tires inflated to manufacturing specificaons.
2. All bearings lubricated and ghtly mounted with collars securely locked.
(See lubricaon schedule page 5.)
3. Conveyor chains, drive chain & ground drive chain adjusted to correct tension. Conveyor chain should
be flush or just below the boom of the trough in the area approximately 2’ behind the front roller.
4. Sprockets ghtened & in proper alignment.
5. Inspect enre machine for loose bolts, especially in the spinner assembly and drive line area.
6. Distributor fan blades set properly. (See spread adjustment and applicaon rates)
7. Place 1/2” material on top of chain, lower gate to material, set pointer at 1”.
8. Tighten wheel bolts daily – 95 foot pounds single axle spreaders.
9. Check drive line for ease of operaon by turning sha by hand. If the foregoing inspecon reveals
that addional lubricaon or adjustment is required, refer to the proper secon of this manual for
detailed instrucons.
10. Ground drive wheel and universal joint shear pins in place and ght.
11. Check both spinner gear boxes for oil; fill to level of pipe plug with SAE No. 90 non-detergent oil.
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