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Daily Inspection
Always set the parking brake, shut off power
unit engine, remove the ignition key, and ensure
all moving parts have come to a complete stop
before inspecting components, or attempting
any repair or adjustment.
1.
Park machine on a level surface, with the engine
shut off and all fluids cold.
2. Perform a visual inspection of both the power unit
and the spreader. Look for loose or missing hard-
ware, damaged components, or signs of wear.
3. Be sure all electrical connections are tight and
clean.
4. Be sure nothing is jammed in the hopper.
5. Refer to the power unit operator's manual.
Check the power unit's engine oil, hydraulic oil,
cooling system, tire pressure, and fuel level. Add
fluid or service as required.
6. Test the power unit's operator safety interlock
system*.
Spreader Loading
Do not overload spreader or power unit. Use the
chart below to calculate weight of material. Weights
of material are an average for dry materials.
Material
Rock Salt
Sand/Salt Mix
Maximum Spreader Capacity (Volume) 5.75 ft
Maximum Spreader Capacity (Weight) 460 lbs. (209 kg)
Use the following charts to determine the allowable
weight capacity of the spreader in combination with
various power unit and attachment setups.
Exceeding the listed weight capacities in the
following charts may result in loss of steering or
front wheel traction.
* Refer to power unit operator's manual for operation of
power unit controls.
GENERAL OPERATION
Weight Per Cubic Ft.
75-85 lbs. (34-38.5 kg)
95-120 lbs. (43-54.5 kg)
(.163 m
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Ventrac 4100 and 4200 (without cab)
Attachment On Front Of Power Unit
HE480
HJ480
KD482
KD602
KD722
KV522
HB580
KX523
Ventrac 4100 and 4200 (with KW350 Cab)
Attachment On Front Of Power Unit
HE480
HJ480
KD482
KD602
KD722
KV522
HB580
KX523
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The rear weights must be removed from the power unit.
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Weight transfer set to 100%.
After loading material into spreader hopper, replace
the hopper cover and latch securely.
Spreader Operation
Sweep area clear of foreign objects or obstacles
that could cause personal injury.
Keep other persons, children, or animals out of
the area to be spread.
Never leave materials in hopper for long periods
of time, as ice melt products are hygroscopic and
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will attract atmospheric moisture and harden.
If there are any problems while operating the
spreader, refer to the Troubleshooting Guide.
Do not operate power unit with SS575 spreader
on slopes greater than 10 degrees. Operation on
slopes greater than 10 degrees may result in loss
of steering or front wheel traction.
Operation - 32
48" Slip Scoop
48" Excavator
48" Dozer Blade
60" Dozer Blade
72" Dozer Blade
55" V-Blade
58" Broom
52" Snowblower
48" Slip Scoop
48" Excavator
48" Dozer Blade
60" Dozer Blade
72" Dozer Blade
55" V-Blade
58" Broom
52" Snowblower
SS575 Capacity
300 lbs (136 kg)
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300 lbs (136 kg)
300 lbs (136 kg)
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350 lbs (159 kg)
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350 lbs (159 kg)
400 lbs (181 kg)
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460 lbs (209 kg)
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460 lbs (209 kg)
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SS575 Capacity
150 lbs (68 kg)
150 lbs (68 kg)
150 lbs (68 kg)
200 lbs (91 kg)
200 lbs (91 kg)
250 lbs (113 kg)
460 lbs (209 kg)
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460 lbs (209 kg)
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