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Owner/Operator Manual Ser # 995-55-271 MODEL 995 Custom Eliminator...
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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...
Rock chips and other abuse to the painted surface will not be considered for warranty payment. When warranting workmanship or paint on equipment, Spudnik reserves the right to determine whether whole or part of the machine will be warranted. Reasons paint will be warranted for include: A .
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 must be trained in the operation, maintenance procedures, and related SAFETY information contained in this manual.
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.
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. •Secure all moving parts before transport.
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 tow able gearbox wheel drive. •Release hydraulic pressure to the elevator lift cylinder. •It is recommended that all pups be removed from the Eliminator before transport.
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.
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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MAINTENANCE The hydraulic system used to power auxiliary functions uses Dexron III 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 5-gallon capacity.
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. 3.Any equipment that receives product from the Eliminator needs to be adjusted up close to the discharge chute.
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