MAINTENANCE
Engine Service and Repair
Periodically check the conveyor chain
tension.
To check the tension, measure in 20"-24"
from the rear edge of the sills. Push up on
the chain with your hand. The conveyor
chain should lift 1 "-3" off the conveyor
chain guide or cross angles. See Figure 9.
Maintain the spreader engine according to the
Briggs & Stratton Engine Owner's Manual that is
shipped with the spreader. Engine warranty is
covered by Briggs & Stratton and is described in
the back of the manual.
If service or repair is needed, contact an
authorized Briggs & Stratton Service Center. To
serve you promptly, the Service Center will need
the model, type, and code number for your
engIne.
Your nearest service center is listed in the
"Yellow Pages" under "Engines, Gasoline" or
"Gasoline Engines."
Figure 9
Use the (2) 5/8" x 6" take-up bolts at the
front of the spreader to adjust the conveyor
chain tension. Turn both sides equal
amounts to ensure the tension is equally
distributed across both sides of the
conveyor chain.
Always empty the spreader when it is not
in use to prevent a frozen conveyor chain.
Electric Clutch
To minimize problems and extend the life of the
electric clutch, do the following:
.At the end of each snow season, remove
and clean the clutch.
.After cleaning the clutch, coat both
mating surfaces of the clutch with oil or
light grease-
.Remove oil and grease prior to using the
clutch again.
Form No.80357
11
ADril 2. 1998
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