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Summary of Contents for PEQUEA SuperSpread PTO 135
- Page 1 ™ uperSpread uperSpread Operator’s Manual PTO • Tractor Hydraulics • On Board Hydraulics PTO • Tractor Hydraulics • On Board Hydraulics...
- Page 2 A complete line of Pequea Machine replacement parts is carried by your dealer. These parts have been inspected at Pequea and are manufactured with the same quality standards as has your spreader, in order to assure you of an accurate fit.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents SPECIFICATIONS............... . . 1 SAFETY DECALS . -
Page 4: Safety Decals
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Page 5: Caution
9. Always follow manufacturer's instructions for maintenance, repair, or adjustments. 10. Pequea machine Inc., assumes no liability for injuries sustained because of failure to read this manual or from carelessness. Always refer to this manual for guidance or contact your local dealer. -
Page 6: Before Use
Before Using The New Machine Check for proper assembly and adjustment and make sure all bolts are tightened securely. RETIGHTEN THE BOLTS AFTER A FEW HOURS OF OPERATION. Torque the wheel bolts to 120 ft. lbs. Recheck the bolts after every other load until the torque does not decrease and every 300 loads thereafter. -
Page 7: General Information
General Information On Pequea Machine, Inc. equipment, left and right are determined by standing behind the unit, looking in the direction of travel. Important: New belts will stretch most during initial use. Inspect belt for slippage on each use until you are satisfied the drive system belt has attained its maximum stretch during the break in period. -
Page 8: Operation
Operation Attaching to the Tractor Figure 8-1 Figure 8-2 1. Fasten the spreader hitch to the drawbar with a 1" diameter hitch pin that cannot bounce out, Figure 8-1. Attach hitch safety chains to tractor. CAUTION: DAMAGE TO THE SPREADER OR OTHER VEHICLE, AS WELL AS INJURY TO THE OPERATOR, MAY OCCUR IF A CORRECT PIN IN NOT USED. - Page 9 Operation Cont. Attaching Cont. Attach the hydraulic hoses to the tractor hydraulic outlets. Keep the hydraulics clean. Always clean the hydraulic hose fittings before connecting them to the tractor hydraulic couplings. CAUTION: BEFORE DISCONNECTING LINES OR FITTINGS, BE SURE TO RELIEVE ALL PRESSURE. BEFORE APPLYING PRESSURE TO THE SYSTEM, BE SURE ALL CONNECTIONS ARE TIGHT AND THAT ALL LINES, PIPES, AND HOSES ARE NOT DAMAGED.
- Page 10 Operation Cont. Transporting SuperSpread™ is designed to travel safely at highway speeds, unloaded (empty). Attempting to transport spreaders that are loaded at highway speeds may cause damage to tires, bearings and may impair safe driving. See imprint on the sidewall for allowable highway speed. Never transport equipment on public roads without having safety chains installed and connected correctly to the towing vehicle.
- Page 11 Operation Cont. Operation Overview Drive Styles • PTO- PTO models require a towing vehicle engine speed that affords 540 rpm at the power take off. • Towing Vehicle Hydraulics- Oil flow must be maintained at 7 to 8 gal. per minute. (adjust engine speed accordingly).
- Page 12 Operation Cont. Spreading Never stand behind the spreader end gate to make adjustments, perform maintenance or repair when power source is active. Load spreader hopper according to instructions in this manual (pg. 7). Check to make sure that spreader hydraulic hoses are connected properly (see photos below). Model 195 shown with optional ball valve on beater control Without agitator 1- Flow Control Inlet Ports...
- Page 13 Operation Cont. Spreading Continued With spreader properly hitched to tractor and/or all hydraulic lines correctly attached and PTO attached. • PTO Models- 1). Ensure PTO engagement control on tractor is off. 2). Check to confirm that PTO is properly connected to tractor and spreader with safety chains secured.
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Page 14: Adjustments
Adjustments Spread Adjustments Image 12-1 Image 12-2 • Metering Gate Adjustment 1). Remove pressure from stop pin by grasping adjustment disc handle (1) and raising gate slightly. (See Image 12-1 above) 2). Slide stop pin (2) to the right removing the pin end from the adjustment disc so that disc moves unimpaired. - Page 15 Adjustments Cont. • Conveyor Row width adjustment on the conveyor attachment is accomplished by loosening the row width gates, this is done by rotating lever A counter clockwise, when facing the rear of the machine. Set tension of lever A so that gates can be positioned conveniently.
- Page 16 Adjustments Cont. • Spinners 1). Adjusting spinner speed causes spread width to increase or decrease. 2). Row width increases when control is moved clockwise and decreases when it is moved counter-clockwise. Figure 14-1 Additional Adjustment While the spinner attachment is preset at the factory for uniform spread across the width of distribution, adjustment can be made to increase the amount of material to the outer areas of the spread pattern or to the inner areas of the spread pattern.
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Page 17: Lubrication
Lubrication Figure 15-1 Figure 15-2 CAUTION: ALWAYS STOP THE MACHINE TO LUBRICATE OR TO MAKE ANY ADJUSTMENTS. The SuperSpread is designed to require a minimum of lubrication. However, the importance of sufficient and proper lubrication cannot be over-emphasized as it is the best insurance against unnecessary repairs and will greatly increase the life of the machine. - Page 18 Lubrication Cont. Lubricate the conveyor drive chain with SAE Lubricate all grease fittings (there are 4) #03 oil or similar lubricant at least twice yearly, according to instructions found on page 15. more often if the spread material is of high acid Fittings require lubrication on each end of the nature or if the machine is stored outside.
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Page 19: Maintenance
• Protect the machine from the weather when it is not in use. At the close of the season, check the machine carefully and replace all worn or damaged parts. USE GENUINE PEQUEA MACHINE, INC. SERVICE PARTS SUPPLIED BY YOUR AUTHORIZED PEQUEA MACHINE, INC. DEALER. - Page 20 Maintenance Cont. Hydraulic System Maintenance Continued • PTO Hydraulic The PTO Hydraulic Model is supplied with either Castrol Blue Hydraulic Oil or Shell Pellus Plus 46 in the reservoir. These are both ISO grease 46. Replace the oil filter after the first 10 hours of operation. After that initial period, replace the filter every 300 hours (in dusty conditions) or every year.
- Page 21 Maintenance Cont. Drive System (Floor Apron Belt) Maintenance • Periodically check the floor apron belt for proper tension and tracking. • Tension If belt slips, adjust belt roller bearings. 1). Loosen nut (#1) on both sides of the machine. 2). Turn adjustment nut (#2) one full turn at a time on both right and left sides. 3).
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Page 22: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Correction Machine is engaged but Material has jammed agitator Disengage machine, raise end spreader is not functioning gate & remove foreign material Material has jammed spinners/ Disengage machine from power beaters source and remove foreign material Tractor hydraulic oil level might Fill oil reservoir to proper level be too low... - Page 23 Troubleshooting Cont.
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Page 24: Maintenance Record
Maintenance Record Loads... -
Page 25: Index
Index ADJUSTMENTS Spread Adjustments ....12 Metering Gate Adjustment ... . . 12 Web Speed . -
Page 26: Delivery Report
DELIVERY REPORT SuperSpread ™ Owner’s Name Owner’s Address Dealer’s Name Dealer’s Address Machine Model Serial # Optional equipment installed or delivered with unit. Inst. Del. Inst. Del. The Operator’s Manual has been given to the owner and used to instruct him on these items checked below. -
Page 27: Warranty
Pequea Machine, Inc. Pequea’s Limited Warranty Pequea Machine Company warrants to the original Purchaser all Machinery, Equipment, or Trailers manufactured by it, to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service. Its obligation under this Warranty shall... - Page 28 Tradition In Progress A Skibo Company • 200 Jalyn Dr. • P.O. Box 399 • New Holland, PA 17557 717/354-4343 • fax: 717/354-8843 • email: pequea@frontiernet.net www.pequeamachine.com 328_7/03...
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