Tractor Towing Size Requirements:
Use the following chart for calculating the minimum
tractor weight.
MODEL
(struck level)
SPREADER EMPTY
WEIGHT + LOAD = GW
MINIMUM TRAC
-
TOR WEIGHT UP
TO 20 MPH
125A
(67 cu ft)
1910+ _____ = _____ 2/3 of spreader
gross weight
160A
(105 cu ft)
2050+ _____ = _____ 2/3 of spreader
gross weight
225A
(132 cu ft)
2940+ _____ = _____ 2/3 of spreader
gross weight
Material Estimated Weight Per Cubic Foot
Material lbs / Cu. Ft.
Lime Sludge 110-115 LBS.
Dry Feedlot Manure 63-65 LBS.
Chicken Litter 63-65 LBS.
Cake Sludge 62-65 LBS.
Semi-Solid Manure 58-60 LBS.
Pen Packed Manure 30-35 LBS.
Liquid Manure 63-65 LBS.
SOURCE: ASAE
NOTE:
HEAPED LOADS HAVE SIGNIFICANTLY
HIGHER CAPACITIES RESULTING IN INCREASED
WEIGHT AND HIGHER CENTER OF GRAVITY,
REQUIRING EXTRA PRECAUTION DURING
OPERATION.
Tractor Hookup
1. Hook the spreader hitch to the tractor drawbar with
secured hitch pin conforming to the pin hole size in the
spreader hitch.
2. Raise the jack off the ground. Remove the jack hub
pin and rotate the jack to horizontal storage position
and secure with the pin, figure 2.
3. Connect the PTO drive shaft to the tractor PTO out-
put shaft and be sure it is locked to the tractor shaft.
4. Tie the rope from the beater clutch to a convenient
place for operation from the tractor seat.
5. If your spreader has an optional fine spread pan, tie
the rope control to a convenient place for operation
from the tractor seat.
TRACTOR HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
If your spreader is equipped with an optional hydraulic
end gate then you will require one set of hydraulic
ports on the tractor, to which you connect the supply
and return hoses to the end gate cylinders.
TRANSPORTING
Check for traffic constantly. Be sure you can see that
no one is attempting to pass you and that all traffic is
sufficiently clear from you before making any turns.
WARNING
BE SURE THE SLOW MOVING VEHICLE SIGN IS
INSTALLED ON THE REAR OF THE SPREADER
FOR TRANSPORTING ON ROADWAYS. KEEP
THIS SIGN AND ALL REFLECTIVE DECALS CLEAN.
FAILURE TO HEED MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS
PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
CAUTION
REGULARLY CLEAN OFF THE REFLECTIVE TAPE
AT THE REAR AND SIDES OF THE SPREADER
WHEN TRANSPORTING IT ON THE HIGHWAY.
WARNING
DO NOT TOW AT SPEEDS GREATER THAN 20
MPH. FAILURE TO HEED MAY RESULT IN SERI-
OUS PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
Operating speed is dictated by the terrain over which
you are traveling. Always use caution. Avoid traveling
on slopes or hills that are unsafe. Also beware of slip-
pery conditions such as traveling over areas previ-
ously spread with manure. If possible, avoid spreading
over areas where manure has been previously ap-
plied.
If you will travel on public roadways and it is legal to
do so, you must know all rules governing such opera-
tion. This will include lighting and brake requirements
in addition to traffic rules. You may also be required to
install a safety chain on the spreader.
Use Safety Chain:
CAUTION
A SAFETY CHAIN SHOULD BE INSTALLED TO RE-
TAIN THE CONNECTION BETWEEN TRACTOR (OR
OTHER TOWING VEHICLE) AND SPREADER WHEN
-
EVER TRAVELING ON PUBLIC ROADS. A SUG
-
GESTED ATTACHMENT IS ILLUSTRATED ON
FIGURE 3.
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