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.
Hydraulic Apron, Speed Control Options
Standard Flow Control: The standard system utilizes the tractor’s flow control. This system requires that the
tractor have an adjustable flow control lever or knob. There is no adjustable flow control
valve on the spreader with this option.
Manual Flow Control: The manual flow control option has an adjustable flow control valve on the spreader.
Flow is adjusted by twisting the “control hose” from the tractor cab. The tractor end of
this hose is fitted with a handle. Turn CW to increase flow, turn CCW to decrease flow,
referencing the speed indicator at the front of the spreader. Use the set screw on the
valve to adjust tension or retain settings.
Electric Flow Control: The electric flow control option has an electro-proportional valve on the spreader. Flow is
adjusted using the control box from the tractor cab. Plug control box into a 12 VDC power
source, flip switch to “ON”, and use the rate control knob to adjust hydraulic flow. The
valve is normally closed, and requires power to open. The valve is equipped with a
manual override in case of electrical issues. To manually open the valve, remove the
acorn nut located on the valve, and turn the override screw in.
UNHOOKING FROM TRACTOR
1. Park the spreader, set tractor parking brake, and
turn off all power.
2. Park your spreader on level ground and place
blocks ahead of and behind the wheels.
3. Remove jack pin and move to vertical position, raise jack until hitch is not resting on tractor drawbar.
4. DO NOT UNHITCH A LOADED SPREADER LEAVING IT SUPPORTED BY ONLY THE JACK!
5. Disconnect the PTO shaft, hydraulic hoses, electrical plug, and safety chain. Remove pin.
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