Optional Hydraulic End Gate
Open the end gate with the tractor hydraulic control,
figure 4, and slowly engage the tractor PTO clutch.
This can be done while traveling forward to avoid a
heavier application at the edge of the field than de-
sired. The end gate must be completely open.
DANGER
IT IS NOT SAFE TO CLEAN OR SERVICE THE
SPREADER WITH POWER OPERATING. PULLING
ON THE BEATER CLUTCH ROPE DOES NOT SHUT
OFF POWER TO THE SPREADER.
CAUTION
DO NOT OPERATE BED CHAIN WITHOUT RAISING
END GATE FIRST. FAILURE TO HEED MAY RE-
SULT IN EQUIPMENT DAMAGE.
Once the end gate has been fully opened bring the
PTO up to speed and start application onto the field.
Optional Fine Spread Pan
If the pan is left closed, the spread pattern will be thinner,
more even, and narrower than normal. If normal spread-
ing is desired, trip the pan by pulling the rope control im-
mediately after beginning the spread application, figure 4.
Control of the application rate is possible by the rela-
tionship of tractor engine speed to ground speed
(transmission gear selection). For optimum trouble free
performance it is recommended to operate at or near
engine PTO speed and select the appropriate trans-
mission gear for the spread rate desired.
Use Of The Beater Clutch
When the spreader is unloaded, or when the manure
level is below the beater, it is possible to stop the
beater by pulling the rope connected to the beater
clutch. This allows the spreader apron to continue
without the beaters running for cleanout, figure 6.
When the spreader is empty, stop the PTO so there is
no chain slat under the hydraulic end gate if so
equipped, figure 5. Then close the end gate.
Park the spreader, set tractor parking brake, and turn
off all power. If the beater clutch was disengaged, re-
engage it by pulling up on the L pin, figure 6, and ro
-
tate the lever back to the vertical detent. If the fine
spread pan was tripped, shut it by pulling it back to the
closed position where it will latch in place. The
spreader will now be ready for the next load.
MANDATORY SAFETY
SHUTDOWN PROCEDURE
BEFORE unclogging, cleaning, adjusting, lubricating
or servicing the unit:
1. Disengage the tractor PTO.
2. Shut off the tractor engine, remove the ignition key
and take it with you.
3. Wait for all movement to stop.
4. Remove the Telescoping PTO Drive and ALL
power connections from the tractor.
ONLY when you have taken these precautions can
you be sure it is safe to proceed. Failure to follow the
above procedure could lead to death or serious bodily
injury.
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FIGURE 6. BEATER CLUTCH
L PIN
BEATER CLUTCH
CONNECT
ROPE TO
TRACTOR
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