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Do not exceed 10 mph (16 kph) when operating
the spreader.
WARNING
Always turn off the spreader controller before
filling hopper with material.
WARNING
Before working on the spreader for any reason,
turn off the spreader controller and unplug the
spreader from the tractor power supply.
WARNING
If the spinner becomes jammed, turn off the
spreader controller and unplug the spreader from
the tractor power supply before attempting to
clear the obstruction.
The spreader is equipped with controls to allow
adjustment of the spreading width and the density of
the spread pattern.
Power
switch
To adjust the distance that material is being spread,
the spinner speed should be increased for a wider
spread pattern and decreased for a narrower spread
pattern. The spinner speed is adjusted by rotating
the speed control knob on the variable speed con-
troller. Position 0 is the slowest setting available and
will give approximately a 7 foot (2.1 meter) spread
pattern*, while Position 10 is the fastest setting and
will give approximately a 25 foot (7.6 meter) spread
pattern*. The spinner speed can be adjusted at any
time, with the spinner turned on or off.
GENERAL OPERATION
An optional drop curtain is available for spread-
ing material in tight areas, such as sidewalks, cart
paths, etc. The drop curtain will limit the spread
width to approximately 48 inches (122 cm).
*
There is an adjustable stop provided on the gate
assembly to allow for a repeatable spread pattern
density. If it is desired that the spread pattern den-
sity always be the same, then the gate stop should
be used for the most consistent spreading. The gate
stop provides unlimited adjustment from the closed
to the fully open positions by loosening the gate stop
knob and sliding the stop in the slot. Moving the stop
away from the spreader shaft will make the spread
pattern heavier, and moving it toward the spreader
Speed control
shaft will make the spread pattern lighter. The
knob
numbered reference lines on the gate body allow for
repeatable settings.
The twist-to-lock push/pull cable allows the flow of
material to be turned on or off from the tractor seat.
To unlock, twist the gate cable handle counterclock-
wise approximately 1/4 to 1/2 a turn.
Pulling the cable out will open the gate and allow
material to start flowing out of the hopper. Pushing
in on the handle will then close the gate to stop the
flow of material. It is suggested that the gate cable
handle be locked by twisting it clockwise so the gate
Operation - 33
Wind conditions can greatly affect the spread pattern and distance.
Gate stop
Unlock
Lock
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