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MS1300P
Manure Spreader
8.2 Stopping
1. Slow the tractor engine to low idle.
2. Stop forward movement.
3. Disengage the PTO.
4. Turn off the tractor engine.
5. Remove the ignition key and wait for all moving parts to
stop.
8.3 Stopping in an Emergency
If an emergency occurs:
1. Stop forward movement.
2. Disengage the PTO. If available, activate the tractor's
emergency PTO shutoff.
3. Turn off the tractor engine.
4. Correct the condition that caused the emergency before
starting the equipment.
8.4 Pre-operation Checks
For personal safety and to maintain good mechanical condition
of the manure spreader, complete the following pre-operation
checks before each use:
Area to Check
Check that the machine is properly hitched. Make sure that the
retainers are installed on the mounting pins.
Check for and remove any manure or other material that is
entangled in the manure spreader.
Check that the manure spreader was lubricated, as specified in the
Maintenance Schedule on page 28.
Check that the beater-bar and drive system move freely.
Check the tire pressure. If required, inflate the tires to the pressure
that is noted on tire sidewall.
Check that all covers and shields are in place. Make sure that they
are secure.
Check the tightness of all fasteners. Make sure that your
equipment is working and in good repair.
Make sure that the operator is wearing the appropriate PPE, such
as a hard hat, safety eyewear, safety footwear, safety vest, hearing
protection, and gloves.
Make sure that the operator is not wearing loose-fitting clothing or
jewelry, and that long hair is tied back.
8.5 Machine Break-In
Although there are no operational restrictions on the manure
spreader when it is used for the first time, it is recommended
that the following mechanical items be checked:
After 1–5 hours of operation:
• Check that the apron chain and drive system move freely.
• Check that the beater-bar and drive system move freely.
• Check all nuts, bolts, and other fasteners for damage and
tightness. If required, tighten them to the specified torque.
See Specifications on page 37.
• Check the oil level in the gearbox. If required, top-up the oil.
For instructions, see Check the Gearbox Oil Level on page
33.
• Check for entangled material. Remove all entangled material
before resuming work.
• Check the tire pressure. If required, inflate the tires to the
correct pressure.
After 10 hours of operation:
1. Repeat the after 1–5 hours of operation checks.
2. Complete the maintenance tasks that are described in the
Maintenance Schedule on page 28.
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Operating Instructions
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