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Maintenance
1. Tire MAX inflation - 28 PSI. Replace tire if cracks or missing chunks in tire are present.
2. Before beginning work:
A. Apply a thick layer of grease to all exposed moving parts.
B. Apply a film of biodegradable oil in crevasses and corners in order to keep corrosive
material from rusting areas that are di icult to clean.
3. A er each use:
A. Be sure to thoroughly wash the machine without using excessive pressure especially on the moving parts. It is
particularly important to wash the implement a er using salt or fertilizer. This will help prevent the caustic
chemicals in the salt and fertilizer from destroying the metal of the machine.
B. Carefully dry the machine.
C. Apply a thick layer of grease to all exposed moving parts.
D. Apply a film of biodegradable oil in crevasses and corners.
4. A er seasonal use it is important to perform the following for prolonged storage:
A. Wash and dry the spreader carefully.
B. Inspect the spreader and replace worn or damaged parts. If corrosive material has eaten under the paint,
clean o the area with a wire brush and touchup with primer and paint.
C. Tighten all hardware.
D. Apply a thick layer of grease to all exposed moving parts.
E. Apply a film of biodegradable oil in crevasses and corners.
F. Cover the spreader from the elements in order to have it in perfect condition for the start of the next season.
5. The gearbox has been filled with EP grade grease from the factory. The grease never needs replacing unless internal
work is done to the gearbox.
6. Inspect the entire machine periodically. Look for loose fasteners, worn or broken parts, and leaky or loose fittings. Use
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7. Never replace hex bolts with less than grade five bolts unless otherwise specified (ex: shear bolts).
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for any loose bolts or nuts.
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