Fisher PRO-CASTER 0806 Installation Instructions Manual

Regular and high capacity hopper spreader

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Lit. No. 96210, Rev. 00
June 15, 2008
Regular and High Capacity
PRO-CASTER™
Hopper Spreader
Installation Instructions
CAUTION
Read this manual and engine owner's manual
before installing or operating the spreader.
This manual is for FISHER
PRO-CASTER Hopper Spreaders with serial numbers
®
beginning with 0806 and higher.

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  • Page 1 Regular and High Capacity PRO-CASTER™ Hopper Spreader Installation Instructions CAUTION Read this manual and engine owner's manual before installing or operating the spreader. This manual is for FISHER PRO-CASTER Hopper Spreaders with serial numbers ® beginning with 0806 and higher.
  • Page 3: Safety Information

    SAFETY INFORMATION SAFETY DEFINITIONS WARNING WARNING Hydraulic fl uid under pressure could cause skin injection injury. If you are injured Indicates a potentially hazardous situation by hydraulic fl uid, get medical attention that, if not avoided, could result in death or immediately.
  • Page 4: Torque Chart

    SAFETY INFORMATION FUSES BATTERY SAFETY CAUTION The electrical system contains automotive blade-style fuses. If a problem should occur and fuse replacement Batteries normally produce explosive gases is necessary, the replacement fuse must be of the that can cause personal injury. Therefore, same type and amperage rating as the original.
  • Page 5: Warning/Caution Label

    SAFETY INFORMATION Gasoline Warning Label Please become familiar with the Warning and Caution labels on the spreader! WARNING NOTE: If labels are missing or cannot be read, see your sales outlet. Gasoline is flammable. • Turn off engine and allow it to cool before filling gas tank. •...
  • Page 6: Material Weights

    LOADING This Manual covers vehicles which have been Certifi cation recommended for carrying the hopper spreader. Please see your local dealer for proper vehicle NOTE: All new untitled vehicle installations applications. require National Highway Traffi c Safety Administration (NHTSA) Altered Vehicle Certifi...
  • Page 7: Spreader Mounting Instructions

    SPREADER MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS Mounting the Spreader onto the Vehicle High Capacity: Lift spreader by hooking all four loops located at the corners of the hopper. NOTE: Periodically through the snow season, verify the mounting devices are secure. Loops 1. Remove the tailgate from the truck. CAUTION Before lifting, verify hopper is empty of material.
  • Page 8 SPREADER MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS 3. Before lowering the spreader, place lengths of lumber (2" x 4" x 48" minimum) under the side ribs. By elevating the spreader off of the vehicle, it is easier to remove excess material that Spacer accumulates under the spreader. Side Ribs Ends of Sills WARNING...
  • Page 9: Chute Attachment Instructions

    CHUTE ATTACHMENT INSTRUCTIONS Chute Assembly – Center Belt Drive 4. Install the belt between the spinner shaft pulley and the gear case pulley. Raise chute up to bottom of engine base and tighten four mounting NOTE: Chute assembly is a two person activity. bolts.
  • Page 10: Chute Assembly - Center Belt Drive Hydraulic Hopper

    CHUTE ATTACHMENT INSTRUCTIONS Chute Assembly – Center Belt Drive 4. Push the chute assembly toward the front of the vehicle. DO NOT tighten the bolts at this time. Hydraulic Hopper 5. Install the belt between the spinner shaft pulley NOTE: Chute assembly is a two person activity. and the gear case pulley.
  • Page 11: Wiring And Harness Plug Instructions

    WIRING AND HARNESS PLUG INSTRUCTIONS Wiring Instructions Harness Plug and Hook Instructions To properly wire the hopper spreader, please adhere 1. Install the plug cover as shown. to the following recommended installation sequence. 1. Install either the Spreader or Vehicle Battery Kit per the instructions included with the kit.
  • Page 12: Honda Choke Adjustment Procedure

    CHOKE ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE Honda Choke Adjustment Procedure 5. Return the choke adjusting screw to its original position or clockwise until it touches choke lever. 1. Engines are shipped with choke adjusted to the 6. If the choke rod has movement, bend engaging completely closed position when the choke is tab in the direction away from choke adjusting engaged.
  • Page 13: Hydraulic Unit Installation Instructions

    HYDRAULIC UNIT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Hydraulic Unit Installation Cab Control Valve Installation Recommended sequence of installation is as follows: 1. With the seat fully forward, select a suitable location to mount the cab control valve allowing for the operator to adjust the control and to turn it 1.
  • Page 14: Dual Hydraulic Circuit Diagram

    DUAL HYDRAULIC CIRCUIT DIAGRAM Typical Hydraulic Circuit Dedicated Fixed Displacement Pump PUMP 23 GPM Min VALVE 1500 PSI Rated to 40 GPM 1500 PSI Inlet Flow from Tank Controlled Flow to Conveyor Motor: Excess Flow 10 GPM (max.) @ 1500 PSI to Tank Return Flow to Tank...
  • Page 15: Final Adjustments

    FINAL ADJUSTMENTS Drive Chain and Conveyor Chain Final Checklist Verify correct engine oil level. (See engine Check engine to electric clutch chain tension and manufacturers Owner's Manual.) clutch to spinner pulley belt tension. Correct tension allows 1/4" – 5/16" defl ection midway between the Verify the gear case oil level is level with the fi...
  • Page 16 Fisher Engineering or the vehicle manufacturer may require or recommend optional equipment for spreaders. Do not exceed vehicle ratings with a spreader. Fisher Engineering offers a limited warranty for all spreaders and accessories.

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