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TRAINED IN ITS PROPER USE, WARNED OF ITS DANGERS, AND SHOULD READ THE ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO SET-UP, OPERATE OR SERVICE THE MACHINE. TURFCO MFG. INC. 1655 101st Avenue NE • Minneapolis, Minnesota 55449-4420 USA Phone (763) 785-1000 • FAX (763) 785-0556 2009 Turfco Mfg., Inc.
WIDESPIN 1540 EC Broadcast Top Dresser ..................18 Intended Use and Function ........................18 Description of Lightspread and Heavyspread Settings ................19 Location and Description of the WIDESPIN 1540 EC Major Components ..........19 Location and Description of the Operator Position, Engine, and Operator Controls ......20 Operation - Tow Vehicle and Tow Vehicle Hitch Requirements ................22...
FIGURE 1 Product Records IMPORTANT: Record the information from the serial number plate of your Turfco WideSpin 1540 EC Broadcast Top Dresser. It will be necessary to furnish your Product Number and Serial Number when ordering parts. WideSpin™ 1540 EC Broadcast Top Dresser...
SPECIFICATIONS Specifications Intended Use: The Turfco WIDESPIN™ 1540 EC Broadcast Top Dresser is a towed-type self-powered broadcast top dresser. The 1540 EC is intended to be used for the application of properly prepared organic top dressing material. The 1540 EC is NOT intended to be used for any purpose other than the application of properly prepared organic top dressing material.
Mete–R–Matic are registered trademarks of Turfco Manufacturing, Inc. ® ® WIDESPIN™, LIGHTSPREAD™ and HEAVYSPREAD™ are trademarks of Turfco Manufacturing, Inc. BRIGGS AND STRATTON is a registered trademark of Briggs and Stratton Corporation ® How To Obtain Parts and Service...
SAFETY Recognizing Safety Warnings Used In Manual LOOK FOR THE SAFETY HAZARD WARNING SYMBOL The symbol is used to alert the operator of safety hazards. It is used in conjunction with the words DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION. DANGER WARNING CAUTION “DANGER”...
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SAFETY • Do not operate any equipment at unsafe speeds. the engine is equipped with an electric starting system. Speeds should be reduced when turning or operating • Do not strike the flywheel with a hammer or any on slopes. The operator must use common sense to hard object.
SETUP AND ASSEMBLY Setup and Assembly WARNING SAFETY FIRST!! Work Safely and Follow All Safety Warnings. Wear the Appropriate Personal Safety Gear. Use Caution When Working Near Moving Parts and VALVE STEM Be Aware Of High Hydraulic Operating Pressures SIDE OUT and Temperatures.
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SETUP AND ASSEMBLY Step 2. Attach the side hopper seals to the outside of ● Attach the panels with a 1/4” x 5/8” long hex head the side hopper panels (panel top folded edge points Whiz-Lock screw at each top corner (Quantity 4), towards the inside).
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SETUP AND ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION OF HOPPER TO THE WIDESPIN 1540 EC FRAME (See Figure 4) Step 7. Set the hopper assembly on the 1540 EC Step 9. Attach the extensions of the side seals to the frame. The hopper seals should be inside of the frame using the seal retainer strips.
SETUP AND ASSEMBLY 3/8" x 3/4" LONG RIGHT HAND 3/8" LOCK WASHERS HEX HEAD MOUNTING AND 3/8" HEX NUTS SCREWS BRACKET 3/8" LOCK WASHERS AND 3/8" HEX NUTS 3/4" NYLOCK PLASTIC WASHER LEFT HAND MOUNTING 3/4" x 1-1/4" LONG BRACKET HEX HEAD SCREWS 3/4"...
SETUP AND ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION OF SPINNER SHIELD (See Figure 6) Step 16. Install the spinner shield to the 1540 EC frame. Use 1/4” x 5/8” hex head Whiz-Lock screws and nuts (Quantity 4). Tighten securely. 1/4" WHIZ-LOCK NUTS SPINNER SHIELD AS85809-05 1/4"-20 X 5/8"...
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SETUP AND ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION OF FENDERS (See Figure 7) Step 17. Install the fenders (Quantity 2) to the 1540 ● Hang fender on two screws. Tighten screws finger EC frame. Use four 1/4” x 5/8” hex head Whiz-Lock tight. screws per fender. ●...
SETUP AND ASSEMBLY CONTROL BOX WIRING HARNESS BRACKET CONTROL WIRING HARNESS PLASTIC TIE WRAPS FOR MAIN WIRING HARNESS 1/2" X 4-1/2" LONG HEX HEAD SCREW WITH 1/2" LOCK WASHERS AND 1/2" HEX NUTS HITCH STANDARD STRAIGHT TONGUE AND HITCH ASSEMBLY JACKSTAND AS85809-06 FIGURE 8...
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SETUP AND ASSEMBLY CONTROL BOX WIRING HARNESS BRACKET CONTROL WIRING HARNESS OPTIONAL 5TH WHEEL HITCH ASSEMBLY REMOVE AND DISCARD RUBBER GROMMET 1/2" X 4-1/2" LONG HEX HEAD SCREW WITH 1/2" LOCK WASHERS AND 1/2" HEX NUTS PLASTIC TIE WRAPS FOR CONTROL BOX CABLE HARNESS JACKSTAND AS85809-07...
SETUP AND ASSEMBLY DO NOT NEGATIVE (-) POSITIVE (+) START THE ENGINE BATTERY BATTERY Check Engine Oil Level TERMINAL TERMINAL and Check Hydraulic BLACK AS85809-08 12 VOLT GROUP U1A (CUSTOMER SUPPLIED) FIGURE 10 INSTALLATION OF BATTERY AND BATTERY Step 25. Remove the cover from the battery box. Place CABLES (See Figure 10) the battery in the box.
The 1540 EC should sit level when it is The tow vehicle must be properly equipped to tow hitched to the tow vehicle. the WIDESPIN 1540 EC top dresser. The tow vehicle must have the following: ALWAYS ATTACH THE SAFETY CHAINS ●...
WIDESPIN 1540 EC BROADCAST TOP DRESSER INTENDED USE AND FUNCTION The Turfco WIDESPIN 1540 EC Broadcast Top The WIDESPIN 1540 EC is intended to be used for the Dresser is a towed-type self-powered broadcast top application of properly prepared organic top dressing dresser.
Manual Tube: The manual tube is located on the front panel of the hopper. The tube is used to store the The WIDESPIN 1540 EC has two settings to control operators manual. top dressing material volume rates and the spread patterns.
DESCRIPTION Battery Box: The battery box is located on the right small indicator lights, one green light that indicates front corner of the 1540 EC frame. The box holds a 12 normal operating status and one red light that indicates volt DC group U1A battery (customer supplied).
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DESCRIPTION CONVEYOR BELT AND SPINNER ELECTRONIC CONTROL BOX SPEED READOUT DISPLAY TURFCO ® PRESET SPEEDS PRESET CONVEYOR BELT SPINNER SPEED BUTTONS ON/OFF SWITCH SPINNER SPEED CONVEYOR BELT SPEED LOCKOUT BUTTON FIGURE 14 DS85809-03 Preset Buttons: The control box is shipped with the amounts of top dressing material.
Lightspread/Heavyspread Adjustments or Service. TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY Keep Hands, Feet, and Clothing Away From and To Avoid Damage to the WIDESPIN 1540 EC Rotating Spinner Wheels Top Dresser and the Tow Vehicle, TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, Do Not Operate on Slopes Over 15°...
To Avoid Damage to the Machine, to full throttle when the ON/OFF switch is placed in ON. DO NOT Tow the WIDESPIN 1540 EC Top Dresser Over 12.8 Km/h (8 MPH). NOTE: Engine Must Be Warmed Up Before Automatic Throttle Control Will Operate.
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OPERATION LIGHTSPREAD™ HEAVYSPREAD™ WARNING TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, Always Stop the Engine Before Making Any Lightspread or Heavyspread Adjustments. ™ ™ ™ ™ LIGHTSPREAD™ HEAVYSPREAD™ HEAVYSPREAD™ LIGHTSPREAD™ ADJUST METERING GATE PULL METERING GATE IN THE “LIGHTSPREAD" STOP PIN OUT. ADJUST RANGE.
Spinner Vanes Adjustments. During light spread application, the diverter should be locked in the raised “A” position. SETTING WIDESPIN 1540 EC METERING GATE The diverter can be set in positions other than fully (See Figure 15) raised or lowered. Because of the differences in top...
OPERATION Operating Electronic Control Box (See Figures 18 and 19) SPINNER AND GREEN PRESET BELT READOUT BELT AND SPINNER TURFCO DISPLAY ® SPEED SELECTION BUTTONS PRESET SPEEDS THREE YELLOW LOCKOUT POSITION BUTTON TO ON/OFF CHANGE SWITCH PRESET SPEEDS SPINNER SPEED SWITCH...
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Green Preset Buttons: Presets are spinner and conveyor speed combinations. Press A, B, or C to operate at factory settings. ● “A” Factory settings = 85% spinner speed & 85% Belt Speed. ● “B” Factory settings = 45% spinner speed & 45% Belt Speed. ●...
When the ignition switch is turned ON, the SETTING CONVEYOR SPEED SWITCH display will briefly show a start-up screen “TURFCO” (See Figure 18 and Figure 19) and then show the current (last used) selection of spinner and conveyor speeds.
OPERATION preset that was selected. Below are the original factory YELLOW LOCKOUT BUTTON settings: (See Figure 18 and Figure 19) ● “A” Factory settings = 85% spinner speed & 85% The yellow Lockout button locks or unlocks the presets. Belt Speed. When locked (“L”...
Put the switch in the OFF position before stopping movement of the top dresser. WIDESPIN 1540 EC SHUTDOWN AND UNHITCHING For best results, top dress in straight lines. A gradual After operation, stop the power to the conveyor belt and turn can be made without difficulty or undesired...
1540 EC and the spinner assembly. Do not operate any machine with missing or damaged Storage guards. TO STORE THE WIDESPIN 1540 EC OVER A ● Inspect entire 1540 EC and the spinner assembly EXTENDED PERIOD, perform a complete inspection. for damaged or inoperable components. Do not...
OPERATION Troubleshooting Table PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE Poor Spinner Speed Control Setting Wrong. Spinner Low Electrical Power or No Electrical Spreading Refer To Operation Section in This Assembly Power in 1540 EC Battery To Operate Results Manual. ON/OFF Switch or Hydraulic Valve Conveyor Block Solenoids.
TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, Do Not Attempt To Adjust, Inspect, Service or Lubricate any Part of DANGER the WIDESPIN 1540 EC When It Is Operating. TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, Do Not Use Your Fingers Or Hands Be Aware of High Hydraulic Oil Temperatures.
OPERATOR LEVEL SERVICE Service Level Maintenance Top dressing material can pass through the splice WARNING causing a build-up of top dressing material on the inside of the conveyor belt, on the conveyor pan and on the THE FOLLOWING SERVICE AND rollers.
SERVICE LEVEL MAINTENANCE CONVEYOR BELT TRACKING AND CENTERING for the conveyor belt to slightly move from side to ADJUSTMENTS (See Figure 21) side when the hopper is loaded. Check tracking and make small adjustments if needed. Both ends of If tracking or centering problems occur, first check the rear roller should be visible when the conveyor for unequal tension measurement on the conveyor belt is running true.
The hydraulic system uses ISO 68 Service Schedule” table for filter replacement schedule (Mobil DTE-26 or equivalent) hydraulic times. Order Turfco part number 661572. Be sure to ® fluid. The fluid reservoir holds 34 liters replace the filter with an “absolute” 10 micron filter. An...
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SERVICE LEVEL MAINTENANCE HYDRAULIC FLUID TANK ● Allow time for the hydraulic oil in the system to cool. The tank is mounted to the right front of the top dresser. ● Disconnect the quick release fittings from the spinner Capacity of the tank is 34 liters (9 gallons). Use the assembly.
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SERVICE LEVEL MAINTENANCE HYDRAULIC VALVE BLOCK S2 Solenoid Valve Body (Conveyor Belt): S2 is located in port “S2” in the block. S2 is an electrically operated valve controlled by the switch on the electronic control box. The valve is a “normally open” type valve allowing the hydraulic flow to bypass to return to tank when not activated.
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SERVICE LEVEL MAINTENANCE RETURN STRAINER TO TANK WIDESPIN 1540 EC IN TANK HYDRAULIC SCHEMATIC PUMP FILTER SPINNER SPEED RELIEF VALVE CONVEYOR BELT SPEED CONVEYOR BELT HYDRAULIC MOTOR PRESSURE IN LEFT RIGHT QUICK HYDRAULIC HYDRAULIC RELEASE QUICK FITTING MOTOR MOTOR RELEASE...
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SERVICE LEVEL MAINTENANCE SV85809-27 FIGURE 24 85809...
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SERVICE LEVEL MAINTENANCE LEFT AND RIGHT HAND SPINNER WHEEL CONVEYOR BELT MOTOR HYDRAULIC MOTORS The conveyor belt motor powers the conveyor belt. The The spinner hydraulic motors receive hydraulic power motor is mounted at the rear of the top dresser, on the from the manifold valve block port S1.
SERVICE LEVEL MAINTENANCE Electrical System Before servicing the electrical system, check the following: avoid an accumulation of moisture in the box, check that the drain hole in the bottom front corner of the WARNING battery box is not blocked. Ensure that the vent hole on top of the battery box cover is not blocked to avoid TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY a buildup of explosive gases from the battery.
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SERVICE LEVEL MAINTENANCE CONTROL BOX SHIELDED CABLE MANIFOLD WIRING HARNESS MANIFOLD VALVE CONTROL BOX BLOCK CAN RECEIVER FUSE ENGINE RELAY IGNITION TO ENGINE COMMON GROUND SWITCH THROTTLE POINT ON FRAME CONTROL BLACK (-) BATTERY RED (+) CABLE TO ENGINE BATTERY STARTER CABLE SOLENOID...
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SERVICE LEVEL MAINTENANCE MANIFOLD WIRING HARNESS solenoid PF1. The dump wire is positive (+). The (See Figure 26) wire dump routes back to the pin 4 in the gray CAN receiver connector. The manifold wiring harness provides electrical connections for the manifold valve block (solenoids ●...
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SERVICE LEVEL MAINTENANCE ● The wire in Pin 2 labeled “CAN HIGH” is for electrical when the engine key is in the “ON” position and the signals between the electronic control box and the electronic control box switch is in the “SPINNER CAN receiver.
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SERVICE LEVEL MAINTENANCE position and the electronic control box three position power switch is in the “OFF” position. The wire routes back to the pin 5 on the gray connector for the CAN receiver. ● Wire is labeled “Ground” where is plugs into the relay base is negative (-) and provides ground for the relay.
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ELECTRONIC CONTROL BOX (See Figure 33) DISPLAY The electronic control box is the user interface with the CAN receiver and the top dressers hydraulic TURFCO speed controls. ® PRESET SPEEDS Never attempt to open the electronic control box case, there are no user serviceable parts inside. If the control box has failed or was damaged, it will need replacement.
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SERVICE LEVEL MAINTENANCE CAN RECEIVER ERROR CODES (See Figure 34) occurs, the red light will flash. The red light will flash 1 flash for error code EC01, two flashes for error code Never attempt to open the CAN Receiver case, there EC02, and so on up to 7 flashes for error code EC07.
SERVICE LEVEL MAINTENANCE Removal of the Spinner Assembly (See Figure 35) The WIDESPIN 1540 EC can be used as a material Step 4. Remove the 1/2” hex head bolts (quantity 4) handler for top dressing material when the spinner holding the spinner assembly to the frame.
SERVICE LEVEL MAINTENANCE Adjusting Spinner Wheel Vanes (See Figures 36 and 37) WARNING INSIDE LOCKING SCREW TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, Always Stop the Engine Before Making Any SLOT VANE Lightspread/Heavyspread Adjustments to the (SHOWN IN LIGHTSPREAD Spinner Vanes. POSITION) Changing the vane mounting angle varies the width and pattern of the overall spread.
SERVICE LEVEL MAINTENANCE Conveyor Belt Replacement Replacement of the conveyor belt may be necessary if Step 8. Clean the pan and plastic pan cover. Inspect it is worn, has been damaged, or will no longer stay in for wear and sharp edges that may damage the new proper alignment and adjustment.
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PARTS LISTS Engine and Hydraulic Pump Assembly 14 15 NOTE PL85809-21 Item Part Description Qty. 665366 Engine, 11 HP Briggs and Stratton Vanguard (Product Number 85807) ..............1 400268 Screw, Hex Head, 3/8”-16 x 1-3/4” ............4 452006 Washer, Flat, 3/8” ID x 7/8” OD x 5/64” Thick ........4 446142 Washer, Lock, 3/8”...
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PARTS LISTS Engine Shields and Fenders AS85809-20 Item Part Description Qty. 665801 Shield, Engine (and Hydraulic Tank) ............. 2 659138 Pad, Rubber ..................4 665813 Hinge, Engine Cover ................2 499401 Rivet, Blind, 1/4” .................. 24 499431 Rivet, Blind, 3/16” .................. 8 665808 Bracket, Ball Mount, Gas Spring ............
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PARTS LISTS WIDESPIN Spinner Assembly 26 (SEE NOTE A) PL85809-06 85809...
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PARTS LISTS Spinner Assembly Hydraulics PRESSURE OUT TO HYDRAULIC BLOCK PORT SR PRESSURE IN FROM SPEED CONTROL LEFT SPINNER MOTOR RIGHT SPINNER MOTOR PL85809-13 AS VIEWED FROM TOP Item Part Description Qty. 661460 Motor, Hydraulic, Spinner ................2 657536 Elbow, 9/16”-18 Male to 9/16”-18 Male 37 Degree Flare ......1 657660 Adapter, 9/16”-18 Male O-Ring to 9/16”-18 Male 37 Degree Flare ....1 658641...
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PARTS LISTS Electronic Control Box and CAN Receiver PL85809-30 Item Part Description Qty. 665762 Control Box Assembly, 1540 EC only (85809), Includes Item 2 ....1 Knob, Control Box Assembly ............... 2 667920 Seal, Foam Rubber ..................2 665811 Holder, Control Box ..................1 499401 Rivet, 1/4”...
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PARTS LISTS Electrical System HYDRAULIC MANIFOLD VALVE BLOCK BLUE CAPS WIRING HARNESS ENGINE BLACK STARTER NEGATIVE BATTERY 12 VOLT RELAY RECEIVER FUSE POSITIVE IGNITION SWITCH GRAY BLACK TO THROTTLE CONTROL GROUND FRAME CONTROL SHIELDED CABLE PL85809-15 TO CONTROL BOX 85809...
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PARTS LISTS Electrical System Item Part Description Qty. 665764 Cable, Shielded, 1540 EC ................1 665765 Wiring Harness, 1540 EC, Includes Relay and Fuse .......1 400106 Screw, Hex Head, 1/4”-20 x 5/8” ..............2 453023 Washer, Flat, 9/32” ID x 5/8” OD x 1/16” Thick .........2 444830 Nut, Hex, 1/4”-20 Nylock ................2 663984...
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PARTS LISTS Decals 2 - DECAL SHEET 8 - DECAL SHEET 12 - DECAL SHEET 24 - OPERATORS MANUAL 85809 ™ ™ 5 - NOT SHOWN SEE NOTE A PL85809-17 85809...
PARTS LISTS Decals 0.6 Cubic Meter - 907 Kg MAX. (21 Cubic Feet - 2,000 lbs) 39 Kg (87 lbs.) 126 Kg Max. (277 lbs) 15° MAX. 1,437 Kg (3,169 lbs) WIDESPIN™ 1540 EC Tow Type Broadcast Top Dresser Product Number 85809 U.S.
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PARTS LISTS Decals LIGHTSPREAD HEAVYSPREAD 138 KPA (20 PSI) ISO 68 34 Liters (9 Gal) PL85809-19 A. SPINNER “STAY CLEAR” THROWN OBJECT/ 1540 EC CE SPECIFICATION DECAL BYSTANDER WARNING DECAL J. LIGHTSPREAD/HEAVYSPREAD INSTRUCTION B. SPINNER “KEEP HAND AND FEET AWAY” DECAL WARNING DECAL K.
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RECORDS SERVICE RECORDS Service Date PL85809-31 85809...
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RECORDS PRESET SPEED SETTINGS LOG PRESET “A” PRESET “B” PRESET “C” SPINNER CONVEYOR DATE SPINNER CONVEYOR DATE SPINNER CONVEYOR DATE ORIGINAL ORIGINAL ORIGINAL SETTING SETTING SETTING Notes OP85809-13 85809...
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TURFCO MFG. INC. 1655 101 Avenue NE • Minneapolis, MN 55449–4420 USA Phone (763) 785–1000 • FAX (763) 785–0556 Internet - www.turfco.com E-Mail - service@turfco.com Turfco Part No. 665880 WideSpin 1540 EC Printed in USA Product Number 85809 0509...
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