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OS 170 Fertilizer Spreader
Owner's Manual and Parts Book
(Originating w/Serial Number 82-101)
Model Number:
Serial Number:
Date of Purchase:
N117080 Rev. A
08.05.17

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  • Page 1 OS 170 Fertilizer Spreader Owner’s Manual and Parts Book (Originating w/Serial Number 82-101) Model Number: Serial Number: Date of Purchase: N117080 Rev. A 08.05.17...
  • Page 3 All Loftness products have a one (1) year limited warranty. The XLB10 Grain Bag Loader has a two (2) year limited warranty. If any Loftness product is used as rental equipment, or in a commercial application, the limited warranty period is for only 30 days from the delivery date to the original customers.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    OS 170 Fertilizer Spreader Identification ........
  • Page 6 Replacing Metering Shaft ............31 OS 170 Fertilizer Spreader OM...
  • Page 7 Metric Hardware and Lock Nuts ..........66 OS 170 Fertilizer Spreader OM...
  • Page 8 OS 170 Fertilizer Spreader OM...

  • Page 9: Introduction

    It is also important that you fill out the Warranty Registration form(s) completely and return to Loftness so as not to void the warranty. Keep the owner’s manual and the entire documentation packet in the storage compartment provided with your fertilizer spreader.

  • Page 10: Features

    Hitch is integral to frame. Conveyor Drive • Hydraulic drive, variable rate ready. • Chain drive, fixed rate, adjustable with gate. Obstruction Free Interior • No internal gussets/plates to catch fertilizer. Spinner Drive • Hydraulic drive OS 170 Fertilizer Spreader OM...

  • Page 11: Safety Instructions

    Contact Loftness for safety decal and in the owner’s manual. When you see this replacement. symbol, be alert to the possibility of personal...

  • Page 12: Safety Rules

    It is the operator’s responsibility to be aware of • Periodically check all guards, shields and structural machine operation and work area hazards at all members. Replace or repair anything that could times. cause a potential hazard. OS 170 Fertilizer Spreader OM...

  • Page 13: Hydraulic Safety

    Keep chemical fertilizers away from children, pets, attention immediately! and unauthorized personnel. • Store chemical fertilizers in their original containers and securely closed. Be sure to read fertilizer manufacturers storage recommendations. • Dispose of empty fertilizer containers according to manufacturer’s instructions. OS 170 Fertilizer Spreader OM...

  • Page 14: Os 170 Fertilizer Spreader Identification

    Safety Instructions OS 170 Fertilizer Spreader Identification OS 170 Fertilizer Spreader OM...
  • Page 15 Safety Instructions OS 170 Fertilizer Spreader Identification (Cont’d) OS 170 Fertilizer Spreader OM...

  • Page 16: Safety Decal Locations

    1 / 2 1# TO 4 1 / 2 # MAX Stay clear. N35383 Wear eye Part No. N35383 protection. N35380 Part No. N35380 WARNING Disengage all power before servicing or adjusting. N35391 Part No. N35391 OS 170 Fertilizer Spreader OM...

  • Page 17: Set-Up And Operation

    Connect surge breakaway chain to tractor. • Visually inspect the spreader for damage or missing The tractor draw bar and PTO must conform to ASAE parts. Contact your Loftness dealer if any parts need specifications shown in illustration below for proper PTO replacing. operation.

  • Page 18: Attaching Pto

    Pull pin (1) that secures the jack (2) to the frame and rotate into the storage position as show. Reinsert pin to secure. OS 170 Fertilizer Spreader OM...

  • Page 19: Hydraulic Connections

    (1) on the conveyor manifold out, and turn locked in the storage cradle and hydraulic to lock into place. hoses are secure before transport. If the tractor has a closed-center system, turn and push the red button (1) on the controller in. OS 170 Fertilizer Spreader OM...

  • Page 20: Determining Product Density

    If you would like to order a density scale for your mechanical ground drive model spreader, contact your Loftness dealer. NOTE: Cover opened for clarity. Loosen handle (1). Move the gate control lever (2) until the indicator (3) is at the proper setting.

  • Page 21: Calibrate Spreader Constant (Vrr)

    Weigh spreader before and (Procedure continued on following page.) after test to determine amount actual amount of fertilizer applied. OS 170 Fertilizer Spreader OM...

  • Page 22: Setting The Metering Gate Opening (Mechanical Ground Drive)

    Find the fertilizer density. See “Determining Product Density” on page 12. NOTE: If scale is not available, weigh 1 gallon (3.78 Liters) of the fertilizer and then multiply that by 7.5 to establish the product density. OS 170 Fertilizer Spreader OM...

  • Page 23: Adjusting For High Or Low Range (Mechanical Ground Drive)

    CAUTION: Do not use a gate setting of 1.5 in. (3.81 cm) in high range. This could CAUTION: Do not exceed the rated gross cause undue stress on the hopper from a high weight of the spreader. conveyor speed. OS 170 Fertilizer Spreader OM...

  • Page 24: Rate Chart Selector

    61 to order a new decal. Rate Chart Selector Guide Conveyor Drive Driving Hydraulic Mechanical Ground Drive Interval (ft) (11L-15 Tires) (Variable Rate Ready) 204016 ( page 18) N129459 page 17 204017 ( DIST page 19 OS 170 Fertilizer Spreader OM...

  • Page 25: Spreader Constants/Rate Charts

    Set-up and Operation Spreader Constants/Rate Charts Hydraulic (Variable Rate Ready) - N129459 OS 170 Fertilizer Spreader OM...

  • Page 26: Ft. Mechanical Drive - 204016

    Set-up and Operation Spreader Constants/Rate Charts (Cont’d) 25 Ft. Mechanical Drive - 204016 OS 170 Fertilizer Spreader OM...

  • Page 27: Distance Mechanical Drive - 204017 (Used With Bander)

    Set-up and Operation Spreader Constants/Rate Charts (Cont’d) Distance Mechanical Drive - 204017 (Used with Bander) OS 170 Fertilizer Spreader OM...

  • Page 28: Spread Pattern Test

    Loftness is not responsible for costs or damages caused by misapplication of fertilizers. It is the responsibility of the operator to assure that the fertilizer is applied uniformly and correctly over the application area.

  • Page 29: Spread Pattern Course

    It is vital that they stay in order as IMPORTANT: DO NOT let the spreader sit for an this will facilitate the recording procedure. It extended period of time with material in may help to label each pan accordingly. the hopper. OS 170 Fertilizer Spreader OM...

  • Page 30: Spread Pattern Test Results Sheet

    Serial #_______________________ Date__________ Test#_______ Spread Pattern Test Results 40-90 ft. 40-90 ft. Driving Interval Driving Interval Recorded Vial Readings Spinner Blade Hole Location Rear Deflector Setting Gate Setting Range Spinner RPM Material Density Notes/Comments:___________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ OS 170 Fertilizer Spreader OM...

  • Page 31: Spread Pattern Recording

    D - One half of driver interval width. Acceptable patterns will deliver one half of the desired application rate at distance equal to one half driving interval from centerline. This point will be at the middle of the overlap. OS 170 Fertilizer Spreader OM...

  • Page 32: Acceptable Patterns

    Retighen nuts when preferred dimension is reached. See Pattern also “Rear Deflector Adjustment” on page 25. If the shape resembles any of the undesirable patterns above, take the recommended corrective action described in the following chart. OS 170 Fertilizer Spreader OM...

  • Page 33: Spread Pattern Adjustments

    (Procedure continued on following page.) To adjust rear deflector (1), loosen the nut and washer (2) on each side of deflector. Slide the deflector forward or back accordingly. Retighten hardware when deflector is in the desired position. OS 170 Fertilizer Spreader OM...

  • Page 34: For Hydraulic Drive Spreaders

    Retighten handle when angle is set. Repeat for opposite side. NOTE: Refer to “Bander Installation and Removal” on page 32 for installation and removal of the bander assembly. The bander will need to be removed when broadcast spreading. OS 170 Fertilizer Spreader OM...

  • Page 35: General Maintenance

    Oil Leaks Bearings (Spinner, after Conveyor, Metering Gate, Mechanical each Ground Drive - if use) equipped) Chain Tension PTO Shaft Conveyor Every Safety Labels Wheels and Tires Every Bearing Set Screws Wheel Bearings Every Jack OS 170 Fertilizer Spreader OM...

  • Page 36: Lubrication

    (EP) rating. NOTE: Replace any broken or missing grease fittings. Be sure to clean fittings before greasing. NOTE: See “OS 170 Fertilizer Spreader Identification” on pages 6 and 7 for component location and identification. Location: Metering gate bearings (5, 6).
  • Page 37 Location: Drive shaft bearings (13, 14, 15). Location: Clutch shaft bearings (20, 21, 22, 23). (PTO drive models only). Clutch assembly elbow fittings (24, 25). Interval: Every 8 hours of operation. (Mechanical ground drive only.) Interval: Every 8 hours of operation. OS 170 Fertilizer Spreader OM...

  • Page 38: Wheel Bearing Maintenance

    4 hours. Wipe off excess oil before reinstalling. Location: Wheel bearings - both tires (27). Interval: Every 500 hours of operation. NOTE: See “Wheel Bearing Maintenance” for more information on wheel bearing maintenance. OS 170 Fertilizer Spreader OM...

  • Page 39: Removing The Rear End

    Install and align sprocket with chain on gate, be sure gate is closed all the way. Tire Inflation Check tire inflation pressure. Set correct inflation pressure for tire per table. Tire Size Inflation Pressure 11L-15 44 psi OS 170 Fertilizer Spreader OM...

  • Page 40: Bander Installation And Removal

    Park spreader with one end lower for drainage. Do not cover during storage. If equipped, do not have cover on hopper. OS 170 Fertilizer Spreader OM...

  • Page 41: Troubleshooting

    Fertilizer build-up on floor and around Clear fertilizer build up. metering gate. Spinner speed does not increase. Low tractor hydraulic flow. Increase flow from tractor. OS 170 Fertilizer Spreader OM...
  • Page 42 Controller in test mode. Exit test mode. Rate set to manual. Set rate to automatic mode. Conveyor ratches. Rate set too low. Increase rate. Decrease gate opening and adjust spreader constant. Speed too slow. Drive faster. OS 170 Fertilizer Spreader OM...
  • Page 43 Wrong sheaves and V-belt are being Use only sheaves and deep-groove used. belts. Bander not throwing product at Bander deflector(s) not set properly. Adjust and set bander deflector(s). correct or consistent distance(s). See “Bander Operation” on page 26 for instructions. OS 170 Fertilizer Spreader OM...
  • Page 44 OS 170 Fertilizer Spreader OM...

  • Page 45: Parts Identification

    Parts Identification PARTS IDENTIFICATION OS 170 Fertilizer Spreader OM...

  • Page 46: Spreader Frame

    Parts Identification Spreader Frame Front Sprocket Detail Front Sprocket 13,14 15,14 Detail Detail OS 170 Fertilizer Spreader OM...
  • Page 47 NUT, LOCK 5/8" TOP N124747 CLEVIS, HITCH 1" N24248 CHAIN, SAFETY W/MOUNT HARDWARE N23778 HUB, 6 BOLT 6" PAT W/STUDS N123691 DEFLECTOR, SPREADER SPINNER N124104 GUARD, SPREADER SPINNER N43841 SPROCKET WLDMT, IDLER N41429 BELT, FLATWIRE 7"X241" OS 170 Fertilizer Spreader OM...

  • Page 48: Spreader Frame (Cont'd)

    N41427 NUT, LOCK 5/16" SER FLG, SS N41428 BOLT, CARRIAGE 5/16" X 1", SS N33830 BEARING, 1" DODGE 3-BOLT FLG N43498 SPROCKET, 50B22 1/4 KEYWAY & SS 7187-03 KEY, 1/4" X 1-1/2" N43400 GATE WLDMT OS 170 Fertilizer Spreader OM...

  • Page 49: Spinner Mount And Cover

    NUT, LOCK 5/16" SER FLG, SS N33830 BEARING, 1" DODGE 3-BOLT FLG N41428 BOLT, CARRIAGE 5/16" X 1", SS N51441 DRUM WLDMT,DRIVER 4560 BOLT, 5/6" X 1" SER FLG N26742 NUT, LOCK 5/16" SER FLG N130958 BRACKET N130948 SIGN, SMV OS 170 Fertilizer Spreader OM...

  • Page 50: Bander Assembly (Optional)

    NUT, LOCK 3/8" SER FLG SS N31741 WASHER, FLAT 3/8" SAE N128964 HANDLE, 3/8-16 X 1-9/16 4563 BOLT, 3/8" X 1-1/4" SS GR 5 4568 NUT, LOCK 3/8" SS 204034 DEFLECTOR, BANDER LH 204017 DECAL, FERTILIZER APPLICATION OS 170 Fertilizer Spreader OM...

  • Page 51: Disconnect, Hydraulic

    HOSE, 1/4" X 257" -8MPT -6FJX N28824 ADAPTER, 6MJIC -4MOR N43516 CYLINDER, 1-1/2" x 3" N43518 BODY, CLAMP 1.75" N43520 PLATE, SPREADER CYL CLAMP 4456 BOLT, 3/8" X 4" GRADE 5 4979 NUT, LOCK 3/8" SER FLG OS 170 Fertilizer Spreader OM...

  • Page 52: Drive, Pto Model

    Parts Identification Drive, PTO Model 12,13 6,10 Detail Detail Detail 6,10 12,13 12,13 12,13 17 17 OS 170 Fertilizer Spreader OM...
  • Page 53 BOLT, CARRIAGE 5/16" X 1" N26742 NUT, LOCK 5/16" SER FLG N41458 SHAFT, SPREADER PTO DRIVE N124687 BEARING HANGER N120495 DRIVELINE, SPREADER PTO N23873 KNOB, 3/8" X 1-1/2 FOUR PRONG N129916 COVER N130924 GUARD N130936 GUARD OS 170 Fertilizer Spreader OM...

  • Page 54: Spinner Drive, Hydraulic

    41,39 Detail C See Detail B QTY. PART # DESCRIPTION N105368 ELBOW, 90 DEG -6MJIC -6MBSPP N53062 HOSE, 3/8 X 14 -6FJX -6FJX N29078 ELBOW, 90 DEG - 6MJIC - 6FJIC N28847 ADAPTER, -6MJIC -6MBSPP OS 170 Fertilizer Spreader OM...
  • Page 55 NUT, LOCK 3/8" SER FLG N102127 BRACKET, HOSE HOLDER 4195 BOLT, 3/8" X 1" GRADE 5 N50815 BOLT, 3/8" X 1" SS SER FL GR 5 N73940 NUT, LOCK 3/8" SER FLG SS N101044 PLATE, SPINNER MOTOR 50' OS 170 Fertilizer Spreader OM...

  • Page 56: Spinner Drive, Belt

    Parts Identification Spinner Drive, Belt OS 170 Fertilizer Spreader OM...
  • Page 57 BOLT, 5/8" X 2" GRADE 5 N109469 ADJUSTOR, BELT N41848 SHIELD, SPREADER SPINNER SHAFT N43950 SPINNER N68480 NUT, LOCK 1/4" SER FLG SS N44111 SLINGER, LH N68478 BOLT, 1/4" X 1" SS N33836 SLINGER, RH OS 170 Fertilizer Spreader OM...

  • Page 58: Conveyor Drive, Hydraulic

    Parts Identification Conveyor Drive, Hydraulic (Pressure) (Tank) Detail A (Pressure) Detail A (Tank) * See page 52 for parts breakdown of Item 10 (N102345). OS 170 Fertilizer Spreader OM...
  • Page 59 SPROCKET, 50B42 1" BORE N11825 COUPLER, 1/2" MALE PIONEER N108462 HARNESS, CONTROL RAVEN 16 PIN N150788 HARNESS, CONTROL RAVEN 22 PIN N150789 HARNESS, CONTROL RAVEN 37 PIN N113354 SENSOR, SPIN SPEED N105370 DENSITY SCALE, FERTILIZER OS 170 Fertilizer Spreader OM...

  • Page 60: Motor And Valve Assembly (N102345)

    Parts Identification Motor and Valve Assembly (N102345) Rear Right Side View Bottom View Rear Left Side View OS 170 Fertilizer Spreader OM...
  • Page 61 PLUG, SAE -06 N142520 BOLT, SHCS M8X1.25X90 N142508 CARTRIDGE, CHECK VALVE 5PSI N11952 ELBOW, 90 DEG - 08MJIC - 08MOR N142510 CARTRIDGE, RELIEF VALVE ADJ N139974 CARTRIDGE, PUSH/PULL N142518 COIL,12VDC 3AMP DEUTSCH N142516 CARTRIDGE, PROPORTIONAL PCFC OS 170 Fertilizer Spreader OM...

  • Page 62: Conveyor Drive, Ground

    PLATE, ADJUSTER 4569 BOLT, CARRIAGE 3/8" X 5" SS FT N129000 BRACKET ASM, SPREADER DRIVE N50815 BOLT, 3/8" X 1" SS SER FL GR 5 * See page 56 for parts breakdown of Item 39 (N109201). OS 170 Fertilizer Spreader OM...
  • Page 63 WASHER, 3/4" FLAT 4517 BOLT, 3/4" X 2" BOLT GR 5 N42066 CHAIN, #2050 X 37.50 7187-03 KEY, 1/4" X 1-1/2" N109201 CLUTCH ASM * See page 56 for parts breakdown of Item 39 (N109201). OS 170 Fertilizer Spreader OM...

  • Page 64: Clutch Assembly (N109201)

    BASE, SPRDR CLUTCH SPRKT N33958 BOLT, SPRDR CLUTCH STOP N109212 ARM, SPRDR CLUTCH N33959 BUSHING, SPRDR CLUTCH STOP 4055 NUT, LOCK 5/8" TOP N62413 SPRING,SPREADER CLUTCH 4325 PIN, COTTER 3/16" X 1-1/2" 4107 GREASE-ZERK, 1/4" SCREW-IN 90 DEG OS 170 Fertilizer Spreader OM...

  • Page 65: Tire (N22459)

    Parts Identification Tire (N22459) QTY. PART # DESCRIPTION N22459 WHEEL, 11L15 - 8" RIM - 10 PLY OS 170 Fertilizer Spreader OM...

  • Page 66: Spinner Speed Sensor

    3. Connect sensor to VRR harness connector C4. ** Item 2 (Display, N152130) is installed in tractor cab. QTY. PART # DESCRIPTION N113354 SENSOR, SPIN SPEED N152130 DISPLAY ASM, SPINNER SPEED N152222 HARNESS, SPINNER SENSOR EXT OS 170 Fertilizer Spreader OM...

  • Page 67: Raven 660 Controller (N89543) - (Parts Not Shown)

    ECU-RAVEN ISO N89559 CABLE, ISO HITCH 12' Manual Holder 2, 3 QTY. PART # DESCRIPTION N117080 OPERATORS MANUAL OS170 4573 BOLT, 1/4" X 3/4" SER FLANGE 4996 NUT, LOCK 1/4" NYLOCK N19600 HOLDER, 01-315A STND. MANUAL OS 170 Fertilizer Spreader OM...

  • Page 68: Machine Decals And Signs

    20 MPH # MAX 1 / 2 1# TO 1 1 / 2 # MAX WITH BRAKES WEIGHT RATIO 25 MPH # MAX 1 / 2 1# TO 4 # MAX 1 / 2 N35383 OS 170 Fertilizer Spreader OM...

  • Page 69: Application Rate Chart Decals

    25 Ft. Mechanical Drive 204017 - Distance Mechanical Drive (Used with Bander only) Part No. N47482 (sides); N55874 (front) Part No. N49815 (Decal length shortened to fit on page.) DISTRIBUTOR BELT Part No. N117054 WRAP N49815 OS 170 Fertilizer Spreader OM...
  • Page 70 OS 170 Fertilizer Spreader OM...

  • Page 71: Appendix

    12-gauge, 409 stainless steel Gate 7-gauge, 409 stainless steel Conveyor Chain 7 in. wide, 304 stainless steel with 1 in. x 1 in. mesh Spinner Dish 19 in. (48.26 cm) dia. 7 gauge, 409 stainless steel OS 170 Fertilizer Spreader OM...

  • Page 72: Dimensions

    Appendix Dimensions DESCRIPTION OS 170 FERTILIZER SPREADER Length (A) 194.9 in. (495.05 cm) Hopper Width (B) 56.4 in. (143.26 cm) Height (C) 48.7 in. (123.70 cm) Wheel Width (D) 50.1 in (127.25 cm) OS 170 Fertilizer Spreader OM...

  • Page 73: Torque Specifications

    (350 N•m) (494 N•m) 213 ft.-lb. 275 ft.-lb. 547 ft.-lb. 708 ft.-lb. 773 ft.-lb. 1000 ft.-lb. 386 ft.-lb. 545 ft.-lb. (289 N•m) (373 N•m) (742 N•m) (960 N•m) (1048 N•m) (1356 N•m) (523 N•m) (739 N•m) OS 170 Fertilizer Spreader OM...

  • Page 74: Metric Hardware And Lock Nuts

    (358 ft.-lb.) (383 ft.-lb.) (495 ft.-lb.) (195 ft.-lb.) 411 N•m 531 N•m 648 N•m 839 N•m 897 N•m 1160 N•m 458 N•m (303 ft.-lb.) (392 ft.-lb.) (478 ft.-lb.) (619 ft.-lb.) (662 ft.-lb.) (855 ft.-lb.) (338 ft.-lb.) OS 170 Fertilizer Spreader OM...
  • Page 76 Loftness Specialized Equipment, Inc. 650 So. Main Street • PO Box 337 • Hector, MN 55342 Tel: 320.848.6266 • Fax: 320.848.6269 • Toll Free: 1.800.828.7624 Printed in USA © Loftness 2017...

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