abi Classic Spreader 25 Owner's Manual page 15

Web Drive Apron Chain Adjustment
Once you adjust the apron chain, remember to retighten bolt set #1 to set your adjustment.
Operating Lever Rod Adjustments
¼" gap between the star wheel and roller
cam.
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To adjust the web drive apron chain
(conveyor), loosen the two bolts labeled
#1. Then turn the nut labeled #2 to
adjust the tension on the apron chain.
For proper tension on your apron chain,
you want no more than 3" of lift in the
middle of the bed on the apron chain.
You will need to make this adjustment
on both sides of the spreader. Be sure
to keep track of how many times you
turn the adjustment nut. To keep the
apron chain even/level, you must adjust
both sides equally.
Both operating levers are attached to a rod
that runs to the rear of the spreader to
engage the web drive and beater bar
mechanisms. These rods may need
adjustment as they can develop play over
time. To readjust the rods, move both levers
to the disengaged/neutral position. Loosen
the bolts holding the rod in place and adjust
to remove the play in the rod. Retighten the
bolts when finished. For the beater bar
mechanism rod, the adjustment is located
toward the front of the spreader (#1). For the
web drive rod, the adjustment is located
toward the rear of the spreader by the tire
(#2).
For the web drive adjustment (#2), the collar
on the rod should be adjusted so there is a
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