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OWNER’S / OPERATOR’S MANUAL PART # 290068 (2004) MODEL 1115 PLANTER FILLER CONVEYOR...
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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.
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Service Centers Phone: (208)785-0480-Fax: (208)785-1497 E-Mail: spudnik@spudnik.com Web Site : www.spudnik.com BLACKFOOT PASCO GRAFTON 584 West 100 North 5802 North Industrial Way 1410 12th St. West P.O. Box 1045 Pasco, Wa. 99301 Grafton, Nd. 58237 Blackfoot, ID 83221 Phone (509) 543-7166...
We strive to put the best quality and workmanship into each of our machines and hope as you use your MODEL 1115, PLANTER FILLER CONVEYOR, that you will find this true. This owner’s / operator’s manual has been prepared to aid you in safe operation and service of your Conveyor.
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Spudnik and/or authorized dealer and request repair within the applicable warranty term. (2) Present evidence of the warranty start date. (3) Make the product available to Spudnik or the dealer within a reasonable period of time and (4) return all faulty parts to Spudnik.
SAFETY You are responsible for the safe operation and maintenance of your SPUDNIK PLANTER FILLER CONVEYOR. All operators and anyone doing work or maintenance on the Planter Filler must be trained in the operation, maintenance procedures, and related SAFETY information contained in this manual. All operators and maintenance personnel must receive this training at least annually to comply with OSHA regulation 1928.57.
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SAFETY SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL THE SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL MEANS: ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! The SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL identifies important safety information on the safety labels and in this manual. When you see this symbol be alert to the possibility of personal injury or death.
SAFETY PRACTICES GENERAL SAFETY PRACTICES • The primary responsibility for safe operation of the Spudnik Planter Filler lies with the owner/operator. • OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) requires that all operators be trained at the time of initial assignment, and annually thereafter by the employer, in the safe operation of the Planter Filler.
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SAFETY PRACTICES HYDRAULIC SAFETY PRACTICES • Before applying pressure to the system make sure all components, fittings, steel lines, and hoses are tight, and undamaged. • When working on any machine part that is supported by a hydraulic cylinder, ALWAYS, support the structure by some other means than the hydraulic cylinder. •...
MAINTENANCE • The hydraulic system used to power auxiliary functions uses Dexron III E ATF (automatic transmission fluid) for prime mover. Hydraulic reservoir fill level should be checked at start of each season, and filled as needed. Hydraulic oil reservoir has a 15-gallon capacity.
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MAINTENANCE • To avoid contamination of product all hydraulic fittings should be checked daily for leaks and replaced or tightened as necessary. • Drive chains should be kept clean and tensioned correctly to prolong chain life. Ideal chain tension should allow ½” maximum flex when deflected. Over tightening will cause damage to bearings and sprockets.
MACHINE OPERATION The Model 1115 Planter Filler Conveyor has been designed to be used as a seed loader in filling planters, a dirt conveyor for filling trucks with tare dirt, and for piling potatoes in small piles or loading trucks over the side.
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 sign, make sure that the new parts also display the safety sign.
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PF-1 SAFETY LABELS ITEM # PART # DESCRIPTION 300086 LABEL,CAUTION,MOVING,DRIVES,CAN CAUSE 300087 LABEL,WARNING,EXPOSED,DRIVE,CAN CAUSE 300101 LABEL,WARNING,POWER,DRIVEN,MACHINE,CAN 9/27/2002...
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PF-1 SAFETY LABELS THESE LABELS ARE USED ON ELECTRICAL BOX. ITEM #1 ITEM #2 U N G R O U N D E D M A C H I N E C a n c a u s e s e v e r e i n j u r y o r d e a t h.
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PF-1 SAFETY LABELS ITEM # PART # DESCRIPTION 300107 LABEL,DANGER,HIGH,VOLTAGE WILL CAUSE 300111 LABEL,WARNING,UNGROUNDED MACHINE CAN 300112 LABEL,CAUTION,MACHINE STARTS WITHOUT 300042 LABEL,DANGER,240 VOLTS 300041 LABEL,DANGER,480 VOLTS 9/27/2002...
PF-2 SHIELDS & SAFETY LABELS PLACEMENT 3,4&5 3,5&8 ELECTRICAL PANEL TRUCK ELEVATOR HAND AUTO HAND AUTO U N G R O U N D E D M A C H I N E C a n c a u s e s e v e r e i n j u r y o r d e a t h.
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