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READ THE ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO SET-UP, OPERATE OR SERVICE THE MACHINE. TURFCO MFG. INC. 1655 101st. Avenue NE ● Minneapolis, MN 55449-4420 USA Phone (763) 785-1000 ● FAX (763) 785-0556 Internet - www.turfco.com ● E-Mail - service@turfco.com 2009 Turfco Mfg., Inc.
WideSpin 1540 TEC Broadcast Top Dresser ............... 18 Intended Use and Function ....................18 Description of the WideSpin 1540 TEC Lightspread and Heavyspread Settings ....18 Location and Description of the WideSpin 1540 TEC Major Components ......18 Location and Description of the Operator Position ............... 20 Location and Description of the Operator Controls ..............
The proper Mounting Kit must be used to attach the WideSpin 1540 TEC to the truck. The WideSpin 1540 TEC is intended to be used only when the operator is present at the drivers position on the truck. The WideSpin 1540 TEC is intended to be operated only when the truck and top dresser are moving.
ATTACHMENT PRODUCT NUMBER 86150 Product Records IMPORTANT: Record the information from the serial number plate of your Turfco WideSpin 1540 TEC Broadcast Top Dresser. It will be necessary to furnish your Product Number and Serial Number when ordering parts. WideSpin 1540 TEC Truck Mount Broadcast Top Dresser...
To ensure safety and proper operation, always purchase the nearest authorized TURFCO dealer. For a list genuine TURFCO replacement parts from an authorized of authorized TURFCO dealers in your area, or for TURFCO dealer. Replacement parts from other sources additional information regarding the WIDESPIN 1540...
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 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. This may cause the flywheel to shatter in determine a safe speed based on the equipment, the operation.
1540 TEC top dresser. The truck must have enough WideSpin 1540 TEC to the truck. Never modify or alter payload capacity to handle 1,125 Kg (2,480 pounds) any mounting parts. Serious Injury and damage to the plus the weight of the driver/operator.
TEC top dresser. The operator must be trained in the used to install the WideSpin 1540 TEC top dresser to operation of the truck and knowledgeable in its safe the truck. Review the steps that were used to install operation.
ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION Assembly and Installation of the WideSpin 1540 TEC Broadcast Top Dresser to the Cushman/Textron Turf-Truckster Safety First!! Recognizing Safety Warnings Used In Manual LOOK FOR THE SAFETY HAZARD WARNING SYMBOL The symbol is used to alert the operator of safety hazards.
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The hopper loading fin and the lifting brace will loading fin [5] from the hopper. be installed on the WideSpin 1540 TEC while it is still ● Locate and unpack the front mounting brace [6]. on the crate base. Do Not remove the front shipping Locate and unpack the rear mounting pins [6] (pins mounts [1].
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ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION Step 4. Prepare the truck for mounting of the WideSpin 1540 TEC. Place the truck in a secure location with adequate room for personnel and lifting equipment. Fully retract the trucks hydraulic lift cylinder ram. Block the trucks wheels to avoid uncontrolled movement and remove the key to prevent accidental starting.
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Step 8. (See Figure 5) Remove the screws [2] securing lines. Unplug at the quick disconnect fittings on the the WideSpin 1540 TEC to the top of front shipping trucks remote hydraulic box. Refer to the directions brackets. Do not remove the screws holding the in the Cushman/Textron Turf-Truckster Operators brackets to the crate base.
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ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION Step 9. (See Figure 6) Attach a hoist to the lift rings WARNING [21] on the lifting brace [4]. Hoist, chains and straps To Avoid Serious Injury, must be rated to lift and suspend the weight of the top Never Place Yourself or Any Part of Your Body dresser (308.4 Kg - 680 Lbs.).
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ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION Step 10. (See Figure 8) Move the truck under the Top Step 13. (See Figure 6 and Figure 7) Raise the two Dresser. height adjusting screws [19]. ● Visually line up the top dressers front mounting ● Raise the height of the two height adjusting screws points [22] with the holes [23] on the front mounting [19] to take up any slack between the front mounting support, and the top dressers rear mounting brackets...
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DO NOT Use Hands To Check For 1.9 liters (1/2 gallon) of vegetable based fluid can Hydraulic Leaks. remain in the WideSpin 1540 TEC hydraulic system Wear Eye Protection!! after testing. This fluid will mix well with mineral based ● Refer to the directions in the Cushman/Textron fluids.
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ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION [31] [30] [35] [33] [34] FIGURE 9 AS85816-09 Install the Electrical Power Supply Harness [33] to the top dresser. Plug in to the main wiring harness at the connection [34] at the front of the top dresser. The red wire (positive) on the power supply harness has an in-line fuse holder [35].
“light” volume of top INTENDED USE AND FUNCTION dressing material. The HEAVYSPREAD setting is The WideSpin 1540 TEC is intended to be used for the used for narrower broadcast pattern with a “heavy” application of properly prepared organic top dressing volume of top dressing material.
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WideSpin 1540 TEC, cause or vary the spreading pattern. The spinner assembly damage to the truck, and cause the truck tires to leave can also be removed to allow the 1540 to be used as a tracks and depressions in the turf.
The Operator Position: The proper location for the operator display also shows the operator chosen preset speeds of the WideSpin 1540 TEC Top Dresser is seated in and system performance information. the trucks seat. Always stop the trucks engine, lock...
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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 16 DS85809-03 I. Spinners OFF, Conveyor Belt OFF. marks on the decal are for reference only, they do II.
TEC on side slopes over 15º degrees. Do not drive Always Operate the WideSpin 1540 TEC From the or operate the truck and WideSpin 1540 TEC up or Operators Position at the Trucks Seat. down slopes over 15º degrees. Do not drive or operate Always Stop the Trucks Engine, Set the Trucks the truck and WideSpin 1540 TEC with an overfilled...
Determine if the trucks hydraulic system requires a warm-up period before operating the WideSpin 1540 TEC. ● Check - Level of hydraulic fluid in trucks reservoir tank. Correct level to full if needed.
Spinner Vanes Adjustments. During light spread application, the diverter should be locked in the raised “A” position. SETTING WIDESPIN 1540 TEC METERING GATE The diverter can be set in positions other than fully (See Figure 19) raised or lowered. Because of the differences in top...
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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. METERING GATE WITHIN “HEAVYSPREAD"...
OPERATION Operating Electronic Control Box (See Figures 20 and 21) 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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OPERATION 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. ●...
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ON, the display will briefly show a after the ON/OFF switch is turned ON. start-up screen “TURFCO” and then show the current (last used) selection of spinner and conveyor speeds. Conveyor speed switch will not change preset speeds if lockout “L”...
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OPERATION Use the following factory preset speeds for Lightspread ● When locking display, all presets will be locked. or Heavyspread operations. These are starting points, The lockout button also allows access to view any manually change the speeds as needed. diagnostic error codes and access to the display contrast (brightness) adjustment.
TOP DRESSER, TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, Do Not Operate the Top Dresser If the High Heat To Avoid Damage to the WideSpin 1540 TEC Top Warning Is Displayed. Dresser and the Truck, Do Not Operate the Top Dresser On Side Slopes Over 15° Degrees, or Up WIDESPIN 1540 TEC TOP DRESSER SHUTDOWN and Down Slopes Over 15°...
● Disconnect the power supply harness to the truck. hopper panel. If the WideSpin 1540 TEC is going to be removed ● Control box cable should be wound up on the cable from the truck, refer to the installation and assembly hanger on front of the frame.
OPERATION Troubleshooting Table PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE Poor Trucks Engine RPM Speed Too Slow Spinner No Electrical Power From Tow Vehicle Spreading To Provide Hydraulic Power To Top Assembly To Operate ON/OFF Switch or Results Dresser. Trucks Governor Setting Hydraulic Valve Block Solenoids.
To Check For Hydraulic Leaks. High HYDRAULIC FLUID Pressure Leaks Can Puncture The Skin And Force Oil Into The Body. The hydraulic fluid in the WideSpin 1540 TEC top This Can Cause Severe Injury Or dresser is supplied by the truck. When refilling the Death.
SERVICE LEVEL MAINTENANCE Service Level Maintenance CONVEYOR BELT SCRAPER WARNING The scraper should be adjusted to very lightly rub on THE FOLLOWING SERVICE AND the belt. Check for a buildup of top dressing material in ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURES ARE and around the springs. If the plastic scraper blade is FOR QUALIFIED SERVICE LEVEL worn and no longer touches the belt, replace the blade PERSONNEL ONLY.
It is very important during the first 10-15 hours of Step 3. After this initial conveyor belt break-in and operation to frequently check the WideSpin 1540 TEC training period, use the top dresser as instructed conveyor belt for misalignment. All conveyor belts in the manual.
(See Figure 25, Figure 26 and Figure 26) INSPECTING HYDRAULIC HOSES AND FITTINGS The trucks hydraulic system provides all of the hydraulic power and fluid to operate the WideSpin 1540 TEC. The WideSpin 1540 TEC does not have its own separate WARNING hydraulic fluid reservoir.
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flow and pressure To Avoid Serious Damage to the to the motors. The hydraulic flow enters the valve from WideSpin 1540 TEC, port “IN” in the upper section of the valve block. PF1 Both Hydraulic Hoses Must Be Properly and will not have enough flow to operate if solenoid coil is...
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RIGHT HYDRAULIC HYDRAULIC QUICK MOTOR MOTOR RELEASE FITTING WIDESPIN 1540 TEC PRESSURE HYDRAULIC SCHEMATIC SPINNER ASSEMBLY SV85809-06 FIGURE 26 control box will show 0% through 100% in the conveyor Refer to the “Electrical Systems” maintenance section side of the display.
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SERVICE LEVEL MAINTENANCE LEFT RIGHT SPINNER SPINNER MOTOR MOTOR FIGURE 27 SV85816-13 port “IN” to power the conveyor belt motor. the top dresser and allow the trucks hydraulics to cool down. If the sensor has failed, it will not keep the top The direction of rotation of the motors is opposite dresser’s hydraulics from operating - the sensor only from each other.
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SERVICE LEVEL MAINTENANCE operating in reverse, check the possibility of reversed ● Check restricted operation with other connections at the motor (ports A and B) or at the components. Check for a buildup of top dressing manifold valve block (ports CF and EX). material or obstructions caught under the spinner wheels.
The electrical power supply harness supplies power to CAN HIGH GROUND the WideSpin 1540 TEC top dressers electrical system. Connection to the truck is made directly to the trucks CAN LOW battery. The positive (+) red wire is attaches to truck...
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SERVICE LEVEL MAINTENANCE POWER ON/OFF CONTROL SWITCH FUSE POWER SUPPLY CABLE GRAY MANIFOLD CONTROL BOX WIRING SHIELDED CABLE HARNESS BLACK CAN RECEIVER TEMPERATURE SENSOR MANIFOLD FIGURE 30 VALVE BLOCK SV85809-07 TO CAN RECEIVER BLACK GRAY ORANGE PURPLE YELLOW BLUE BLACK BLACK −...
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SERVICE LEVEL MAINTENANCE MANIFOLD WIRING HARNESS Manifold Connector - PF1 Solenoid (Figure 30) (See Figure 30) The PF1 solenoid coil controls the operation of the spinner speed hydraulic valve. PF1 is located on the The manifold wiring harness provides electrical upper section of the hydraulic manifold.
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SERVICE LEVEL MAINTENANCE ● The purple “CAN LOW” wire in Pin 3 is for electrical CAN Receiver Wires (See Figures 31 and 32) signals between the electronic control box and the The CAN receiver has two connectors, one gray and CAN receiver.
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SERVICE LEVEL MAINTENANCE ELECTRONIC CONTROL BOX DISPLAY (See Figure 33) The electronic control box is the user interface with TURFCO ® the CAN receiver and the top dressers hydraulic speed controls. PRESET SPEEDS Never attempt to open the electronic control box case, there are no user serviceable parts inside.
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LIST FAULTY CKT TO SPIN PROP OUT RECEIVER FAULTY CKT TO BELT PROP OUT HIGH TEMP ERROR TURFCO PART EC01 = CAN COMMUNICATION ERROR # 665965 EC02 = LOW TRUCK BATTERY EC06 = FAULTY CIRCUIT TO SPINNER PROPORTIONAL OUT ERROR CODE NUMBER IS THE NUMBER OF RED LED PULSES BETWEEN EVERY PAUSE.
SERVICE LEVEL MAINTENANCE Adjusting Spinner Wheel Vanes (See Figures 35 and 36) INSIDE LOCKING SCREW WARNING SLOT VANE TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, Always Stop (SHOWN IN the Engine Before Making Any Lightspread/ LIGHTSPREAD Heavyspread Adjustments to the Spinner Vanes. POSITION) Changing the vane mounting angle varies the width and pattern of the overall spread and is necessary MOUNTING...
Step 5. Lift the spinner assembly up and remove from 1540 TEC can be used as a material handler for the rear member of the WideSpin 1540 TEC frame. top dressing material. With the spinner assembly Use caution not to bend or damage the small...
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 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 OP85816-13 85816...
PARTS LISTS Front Mounting Brace and Rear Mounting Brackets FRONT MOUNTING BRACE REAR MOUNTING BRACKETS PL85816-17 Item Part Description Qty. 658297 Pin, Lynch, Front Mounting ..............2 661727 Pin, Hitch, Rear Mounting ...............2 662241 Bracket, Rear Mounting, Right or Left Hand ...........2 440120 Bolt, Carriage, 3/8”-16 x 1-1/4”...
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PARTS LISTS Conveyor Belt, Pan and Rollers PL85816-01 85816...
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PARTS LISTS Conveyor Belt, Pan and Rollers Item Part Description Qty. 661422 Roller, Idler, 1530 ..................1 653393 Spacer, Idler Roller .................2 665429 Bearing, Pillow Block ................4 499051 Set Screw, 1/4”-28 x 1/4” ...............8 400444 Screw, Hex Head, 1/2”-20 x 1-3/4” ............4 444816 Nut, Hex, 1/2”-20 Nylock .................4 658073...
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PARTS LISTS Hopper, Lifting Bracket, and Metering Gate Assembly PL85816-04 85816...
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PARTS LISTS Hopper, Lifting Bracket, and Metering Gate Assembly Item Part Description Qty. 665999 Panel, Hopper, Left Hand Side (1540 TEC) ..........1 665998 Panel, Hopper, Right Hand Side (1540 TEC) .........1 662201 Panel, Hopper, Front, 1530 TM (1540 TEC) ...........1 665997 Panel, Hopper, Rear (1540 TEC) ............1 662205...
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PARTS LISTS WIDESPIN Spinner Assembly PL85816-05 85816...
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PARTS LISTS Conveyor Belt Hydraulic Motor, Conveyor Belt Scraper, Rear Deflector, Inspection Panel and Dirt Shield PL85816-02 85816...
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PARTS LISTS Conveyor Belt Hydraulic Motor, Conveyor Belt Scraper, Rear Deflector, Inspection Panel and Dirt Shield Item Part Description Qty. 665971 Motor Hydraulic, Conveyor Belt Drive .............1 463031 Key, Woodruff, 1/4” x 1” ................2 665985 Brace, Belt Motor ..................1 400444 Screw, Hex Head, 1/2”-20 x 1-3/4”...
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PARTS LISTS Manifold Block RETURN TO TRUCK RETURN FROM BELT MOTOR PRESSURE IN FROM TRUCK PRESSURE TO SPINNER MOTOR PL85816-06 PRESSURE TO RETURN FROM BELT MOTOR SPINNER MOTOR Item Part Description Qty. 665970 Manifold, Electric, 1540 TEC Valve Block Assembly ......1 660680 Adapter, 1-1/16”-12 Male O-Ring / 3/4”-16 Male 37 Degree Flare ..3 660681...
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PARTS LISTS Main Hydraulic System LEFT RIGHT SPINNER SPINNER MOTOR MOTOR PL85816-08 85816...
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Tag, Hydraulic Warning ................1 PRESSURE RETURN FROM TRUCK QUICK RELEASE FITTING TRUCK RELIEF SPINNER CONVEYOR VALVE BELT MANIFOLD VALVE BLOCK CONVEYOR BELT HYDRAULIC MOTOR LEFT RIGHT HYDRAULIC HYDRAULIC QUICK MOTOR MOTOR RELEASE FITTING WIDESPIN 1540 TEC PRESSURE HYDRAULIC SCHEMATIC SPINNER ASSEMBLY PL85816-12 85816...
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PARTS LISTS Electrical System BLACK (-) RED (+) TO CONTROL BOX CONTROL SHIELDED CABLE RED (+) RED (+) RED (+) BLUE (+) TEMPERATURE SENSOR HYDRAULIC RED (+) MANIFOLD BLUE (+) VALVE BLOCK PURPLE (+) TAN (+) YELLOW (+) ORANGE (+) BLACK (-) BLACK GRAY...
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PARTS LISTS Electrical System CONTROL ON/OFF SWITCH FUSE POWER SUPPLY CABLE CONTROL BOX SHIELDED CABLE RECEIVER TEMPERATURE SENSOR PF1 SPINNER VALVE PF2 BELT VALVE HYDRAULIC MANIFOLD VALVE BLOCK PL85816-13 Item Part Description Qty. 668012 Main Wiring Harness, 1540 TEC, Product No. 85816 ......1 668009 Cable, Power Suppy ................1 665924...
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PARTS LISTS Control Box and CAN Receiver PL85816-10 Item Part Description Qty. 665811 Holder, Control Box ................1 499401 Rivet, 1/4” ....................2 665762 Control Box Assembly, 1540 TEC only (85816), Includes Item 5 ...1 668021 Knob, Control Box Assembly ..............2 665965 CAN Receiver, 1540 TEC (85816) ............1 400114 Screw, Hex, 1/4”-20 x 1-1/4”...
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PARTS LISTS Optional Trench Filling Attachment - Product Number 86150 PL86150-01-816 8 - INSTALLATION MANUAL AND PARTS LIST Item Part Description Qty. 661755 Mounting Bracket, Trench Filling Attachment .........1 661756 Chute, Trench Filling Attachment ............1 658240 Bolt, Carriage, 5/16”-18 x 3/4” ..............4 446134 Washer, Lock, 5/16”...
PARTS LISTS Decals OPERATORS MANUAL PARTS LISTS QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE PL85816-15 85816...
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Decal, Mounting Brace Identification (Not Shown) .......1 Decal, Lifting Bracket Identification ............1 665973 Manual, Operator’s and Parts List, WideSpin 1540 TEC 85816 ....1 668022 Quick Reference Guide, 1540 TEC Control Box ........1 NOTE A: This Decal Shows The Proper Re-routing Of The Hydraulic Hoses If The Spinner Assembly Has Been Removed.
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1540 TEC 308.4 Kg MAX ™ (680 lbs) Truck Mounted Broadcast Top Dresser Product Number 85816 WideSpin 1540 TEC U.S. Patents 6,149,079, 6,508,419 and 6,817,552 - Other Patents Pending Lifting Brace Part No. 662250 TURFCO MFG INC Minneapolis, MN. 55449...
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TURFCO ® PRESET SPEEDS OP85811-11 WIDESPIN 1540 TEC PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION AND SPECIFICATION DECAL. INCLUDES HEARING PROTECTION AND READ MANUAL WARNINGS PART IDENTIFICATION DECAL (LOCATED ON LIFTING BRACKET) PART IDENTIFICATION DECAL (LOCATED ON MOUNTING BRACKET) MAXIMUM HOPPER CAPACITY AND MAXIMUM LOAD WEIGHT WARNING DECAL...
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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 WIDESPIN 1540TM EC Broadcast Top Dresser Product Number 85816 Manual Number 665973-GB Printed in USA 1109...
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