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W3243 W3243 HEAVY-DUTY HEAVY-DUTY SPREADER SPREADER WARNING WARNING READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL BEFORE READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING THIS EQUIPMENT. UNSAFE OPERATION OPERATING THIS EQUIPMENT. UNSAFE OPERATION OR MAINTENANCE OF THIS EQUIPMENT CAN RESULT OR MAINTENANCE OF THIS EQUIPMENT CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
H&S WARRANTY H&S Manufacturing Co., Inc. (“H&S”) warrants this product to be free from defect in material and workmanship. Except as noted below, this warranty term is twelve (12) months on parts and labor, and twenty-four (24) months on parts only from the date of delivery of the product to the original purchaser by an authorized H&S dealer.
MANUFACTURER’S STATEMENT Congratulations on your selection of an H&S product. Your new H&S product has been manufactured of the finest quality materials and components. The performance you receive from your machine is largely dependent upon how well you read, understand this manual, and apply this knowledge. There is a right and a wrong way to do everything.
DEALER PRE-DELIVERY CHECKLIST AFTER COMPLETION, DEALER SHOULD REMOVE AND RETAIN FOR RECORDS After the manure spreader has been completely set up, check to be certain it is in correct operating order before delivering to the customer. The following is a list of points to inspect. Check off each item as you have made the proper adjustments and found the item operating satisfactorily.
DEALER DELIVERY CHECKLIST AFTER COMPLETION, DEALER SHOULD REMOVE AND RETAIN FOR RECORDS This checklist that follows is an important reminder of valuable information that should be passed on to the customer at the time this manure spreader is delivered. Check off each item as you explain it to the customer. This delivery checklist, when properly filled out and signed, assures the customer that the pre-delivery service was satisfactorily performed.
SAFETY INFORMATION ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED. THIS SYMBOL IS USED THROUGHOUT THIS BOOK WHENEVER YOUR PERSONAL SAFETY IS INVOLVED. TAKE TIME TO BE CAREFUL. REMEMBER: THE CAREFUL OPERATOR IS THE BEST OPERATOR. MOST ACCIDENTS ARE CAUSED BY HUMAN ERROR. CERTAIN PRECAUTIONS MUST BE OBSERVED TO PREVENT THE POSSIBILITY OF INJURY OR DAMAGE.
SAFETY INFORMATION Keep signs in good condition. Immediately replace any missing or damaged signs. RECOGNIZE SAFETY INFORMATION This is the safety alert symbol. When you see this symbol on your machine or in this manual, be alert to the potential for personal injury.
SAFETY INFORMATION TRACTOR: This operator’s manual uses the term “Tractor” when identifying the power or the towing source. W A R N I N G TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH BEFORE YOU ATTEMPT TO OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT, READ AND STUDY THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION.
CAP SCREW TORQUE VALUES The specifications below are the torque values for fasteners as it adheres to the SAE torque value standards. All fasteners should be torqued to the proper values found in the figures below unless otherwise specified by the engineering drawing. •...
SET-UP & ASSEMBLY Note: Determine right and left side of spreader by viewing it from the rear. If instructions or parts lists call for hardened bolts, refer to Cap Screw Torque Values page to identify. PREPARING MANURE SPREADER The manure spreader may be shipped without the wheels/tires installed. 1.
PREPARING FOR OPERATION TRACTOR CONNECTIONS Tractor Hitch Fasten the spreader hitch to the drawbar with a hitch pin with 15-3/4” for 1000 RPM a safety locking device. Remove the weight from the jack (jack is not to be used when spreader is loaded). Remove jack from pipe mount and place on the storage mount located on the top of left hitch channel.
OPERATION EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN If a foreign object becomes lodged in the beater area and shears the shear bolt, disengage the PTO. Stop the tractor engine, remove the ignition key, and allow all mechanisms to stop before cleaning or working on the spreader. WARNING: Some photographs used in the following pages show guards or shields removed for clarification.
OPERATION SPREADING - WITH OPTIONAL HYDRAULIC DRIVE Engage tractor PTO shaft slowly. Beater is always in the engaged position, therefore, engaging tractor PTO will automatically start beater. Raise the hydraulic tailgate. Open hydraulic valve on tractor connected to speed control valve on manure spreader. Control speed of apron by turning speed control handle clockwise to increase speed, counter- clockwise to decrease speed.
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ADJUSTMENTS TWO SPEED CLUTCH If clutch control yoke becomes worn, it may be necessary to adjust the high speed clutch so it engages and disengages completely. Adjustment to compensate for this wear is made by sliding spring stop (A) on the control rod closer to the clutch engaging lever.
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ADJUSTMENTS BEATER CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT It may be necessary to compensate for wear in the beater clutch and clutch control yoke. When properly adjusted the moveable jaw clutch should have one-quarter (1/4”) inch (distance C) between clutches when disengaged. To adjust, loosen jam nut (A) holding spring bracket. With beater disengaged (clean out position), tighten nut (B) against shifter lever bracket until the proper distance between clutch jaws is reached.
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ADJUSTMENTS UPPER BEATER Eye Bolt Adjuster The upper beater drive chain has a spring-loaded tightener. Tighten the eye bolt to increase the spring tension. Maintain a 1/16” gap between the spring coils for proper tension. If a 1/16” gap between the coils cannot be maintained, a chain link must be removed, or the chain replaced.
SERVICE SHEAR BOLTS - Main Drive Shields Removed for Clarity The beater and the apron drive are protected by Spare one shear bolt located on the front end of the side Shear drive shaft (left side of spreader). Two spare shear Bolts bolts are provided.
OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT HYDRAULIC DRIVE An optional hydraulic drive unit is available to convert from two-speed to variable speed hydraulic drive. Front Control Panel Hydraulic Motor Shields Removed for Clarity REAR PAN The rear pan shown is optional equipment. HIGHWAY TRANSPORT LIGHTING When transporting on the highway, connect the spreader to the tractor with a lighting power cord.
LUBRICATION GENERAL INFORMATION IMPORTANT: Catch and dispose of fluid per local waste disposal regulations whenever service is performed on hydraulic components, valves, cylinders, hoses, etc. GREASE FITTINGS There are numerous grease fittings on the spreader. The operator should become familiar with all lubrication points and establish a systematic routine to ensure complete and quick lubrication of the machine.
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LUBRICATION GREASE ZERK LOCATION - Grease every 10 hours 1. (3) PTO Shaft 2. (2) Front jack shaft bearings. 3. (2) Rear Drive Shaft 4. (1) Beater 5. (2) Worm Drive Gearbox 6. (4) Side Shaft 7. (3) Side Shaft 8.
DCRED Red Reflectors 72097 Heavy-Duty Spreader Decal Front 72105 Heavy-Duty Spreader Decal - W3243 Right Side 72106 Heavy-Duty Spreader Decal - W3243 Left Side 87719 Model Decal - W3243 Left and Right Side 87720 Front Model Decal - W3243 -27-...
TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING: MAKE SURE THAT THE TRACTOR IS SHUT OFF AND THE SPREADER CANNOT MOVE BEFORE SERVICING THE MANURE SPREADER. MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR SERVICE WORK TO BE PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSON ONLY. TROUBLE... POSSIBLE CAUSE... POSSIBLE REMEDY... Beater Does Not Turn PTO Not Turning Engage Tractor PTO Beater Not Engaged...
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