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Owner/Operator Manual Ser # 990-55-185 MODEL 990 Custom Eliminator...
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Operator's Manual Model 990 Operating Manual Overview The purpose of this Spudnik Operating Manual is to make the user familiar with this machine and to assure the machine is used for what it has been designed to do. This Operating Manual contains important information on how to operate this machine properly and efficiently while maintaining all safety regulations.
30 days of noticing the defect and (d) make the product available to the dealer or service center within a reasonable period of time, transportation charges prepaid. The selling dealer has no authority to make any representation or promise on behalf of Spudnik, or to modify the terms or limitations of this warranty in any way.
When you see this symbol, be alert to the possibility of injury or death. You are responsible for the safe operation and maintenance of your Spudnik Eliminator. All operators and anyone doing work or maintenance on the Eliminator must be trained in the operation, maintenance procedures, and related SAFETY information contained in this manual.
Operator's Manual Model 990 SAFETY General Safety and Accident Prevention Regulations The primary responsibility for safe operation of the Spudnik Eliminator is with the owner/operator. OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) requires that all operator’s be trained at the time of initial assignment, and annually thereafter by the employer, in the safe operation of the machine.
Operator's Manual Model 990 SAFETY Specific Safety Instructions Risk of injury when hitching up or unhitching machines to and from the tractor. Never allow persons to stand between the tractor and the machine unless the towing vehicle is secured against rolling away by means of the parking brake and/or chocks.
Operator's Manual Model 990 SAFETY Transporting Safety Practices Check to see if all bolts on tow tongue are in good condition, in place, and secure. Remove the pin from the towable gearbox wheel drive. Release hydraulic pressure to the elevator lift cylinder.
Operator's Manual Model 990 SAFETY Operating Safety Practices Eliminator should be operated on a flat secure surface. When using leveling jacks, make sure that the jacks are on secure ground. Do not lift the wheels off of the ground. Do not allow anyone to climb on or under the Eliminator while in operation.
Operator's Manual Model 990 SAFETY Safety Labels Keep Safety labels and signs clean and legible at all times, Replace Safety labels and signs that are missing or have become illegible. When replacing parts that display a safety label, make sure that the new parts also displays the safety label.
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Operator's Manual Model 990 MAINTENANCE The hydraulic system used to power auxiliary functions uses AW 32 Hydraulic oil for prime mover. Hydraulic reservoir fill level should be checked at start of each season, and filled as needed. Hydraulic oil reservoir has a 5-gallon capacity.
Operator's Manual Model 990 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1. Center any machine that feeds the Eliminator squarely to the elevator. This allows the potatoes to spread out evenly and provides better sizing and dirt elimination. 2.Adjust the elevator to the required height to eliminate drop.
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Operator's Manual Model 990 FA4397 990 60"x10'6" BELT ELEVATOR CLEATED Item # DESCRIPTION PART #: Item # DESCRIPTION PART #: BELT,ASSY,9XX,60" X 25'-2" CLTD BELT 262171 RCB,60", HD,58" ROD, 1" x 64" SHT, 1" CLEAT 181490 BOLT,HINGE,36",BELT ELEV #550 5/8" x 9"...
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Operator's Manual Model 990 FA5131 990 HYD STEERING INTAKE END LIFT & TOW Item # DESCRIPTION PART #: 13 14 AXLE,ELIM,STEERING,60"&72" G00168 BRNG,THRUST,1-5/8"BORE TIMKEN T-163 231025 COLLAR,SHAFT,SET,SCREW,1-5/8" 501953 CPLG,HYD,90DEG,6801-6-8 (6MJ-8MB) 601323 CPLG,HYD,STR,6400-6-8 (6MJ-8MB) 601477 CYL,3.00"x8",TIE ROD,20.25",1.375",3/4 602619 HUB,COMPLETE,5 HOLE #H545LBS 951029 NUT,SLOTTED,HEX,3/4"-16NF 5/8 THICK...
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Operator's Manual Model 990 FA6674 990 HYDRAULIC WHEEL DRIVE SINGLE AXLE MD Item # DESCRIPTION PART #: ARM,TORQUE,HYD,WHL,DRV,4 HOLE 3/8x6-1/4" 901575 AXLE,ELIM,DRIVE,60"&72" SMALL G00170 BOLT,HEX,HD,9/16"-18UNFx1-1/2" GR5*FINE* 502250 COUPLING,HYD,WHL,DRV,1" x 3" 1/2"WALL 181102 CPLG,HYD,90DEG,6801-8-10 (8MJ-10MB) 601637 CPLG,HYD,STR,6400-8-8 (8MJ-8MB) 601457 GRBX,WHL,DRV,HUB,50: 1 TOWABLE UMC#730UBT...
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Operator's Manual Model 990 FA5135 990 HYDRAULIC JACKS 4 EACH Item Quantity Description Part # Number CPLG,HYD,90DEG,6801-6-8 (6MJ-8MB) 601323 CPLG,HYD,STR,6400-6-8 (6MJ-8MB) 601477 CYL,3.00"x12",TIE ROD,22.25",1.375",3/4 602621 JACK,ASSEMBLY,LEVELING,ELIMINATOR 131173 PLATE,1/4" x 5" x 5" G00598 VALVE,ACCESORY,SAFETY LEVER M8x1.25x160m 602473 VALVE,ACCESORY,SAFETY LEVERBRACKET 602472...
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Operator's Manual Model 990 FA5073 990 CROSS CONV 24"x10' FLAT BELT Item # DESCRIPTION PART #: Item # DESCRIPTION PART #: BELT,ASSY,9XX,24"x20'-0" FLAT BELT 261608 SHFT,SK,1-7/16"x32" (9) 050311 BELT,FLAT,7" 1/32" x 1/32" 150#x2.00 LNF 261747 SHLD,OVAL,HINGED,W/BACK,3"x9"x30" 841112 BOLT,MTR,MNT,ADJUSTMENT,1/2"x 7-1/2" 191207...
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Operator's Manual Model 990 FA5171 990 HYD UNIT 5 HP MTR 230V 3PH Item # DESCRIPTION PART #: Item # DESCRIPTION PART #: CPLG,HYD,90DEG,2501-8-12 (8MJ-12MP) 601317 LABEL,OPEN CENTER HYDRAULIC SYSTEM 300120 CPLG,HYD,90DEG,2501-8-6 (8MJ-6MP) 601319 LABEL,WARNING,EXPOSED,DRIVE,CAN CAUSE 300087 CPLG,HYD,90DEG,2501-8-8 (8MJ-8MP) 601370...
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Operator's Manual Model 990 FA5329-9116 ELIM END CROSS CONV 42"x11' C-SECT BELT Item # Description Part # Item # Description Part # BELT,ASSY,11',XCONV,42"x22'0" "C" SECT 261991 SHLD,TAKEUP BEARING,#981572 TAKEUP 841286 BOLT,MTR,MNT,ADJUSTMENT,1/2"x 7-1/2" 191207 SPRCKT,H60BS18x1-1/4" BORE x 1/4 KW 881111 BRNG,PB,1-7/16"BORE,TTB,1/7/16,FAFNIR 231241 SPRCKT,H60BS20x1-7/16"...
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