Fertilizer Spreader Use; Recommendations For Effective Distribution; Connections - Gearmore PTB560 Operation, Service & Parts Manual

5 SPREADER USE

5.1 RECOMMENDATIONS FOR EFFECTIVE DISTRIBUTION

● Always undertake a test on the lbs/acre to be distributed before beginning operations.
● Always make sure that the fertilizer used is in good conditions; damp fertilizer cannot be
correctly and evenly distributed.
● Only open the gates when the required speed has been reached.
Avoid distributing the fertilizer on land that is constantly exposed to the wind to assure
even distribution.

5.2 CONNECTIONS

Model PTB spreader can be hitched to all kinds of tractors or ATV/Quad vehicles fi tted with 50 mm ball
attachment (1 ⅞ ").
For the purposes of connection, insert the ball attachment into the towing hook on the towing vehicle
and secure it by pressing the locking handle downwards.
IMPORTANT - ADJUST THE ATTACHMENT
HEIGHT OF THE TOW BAR (IN THE FOUR
RELATIVE POSITIONS), SO THAT THE
DISTRIBUTOR DISC IS AS PARALLEL AS
POSSIBLE TO THE GROUND, TO ASSURE
EVEN REGULAR FERTILIZER DISTRIBUTION.
IMPORTANT!
Check that the transmission element is suffi ciently
lubricated before use.
IMPORTANT!
When using the machine, assure that there are no animals or
people present within a radius of 50 feet. Should anyone
approach, immediately stop working and switch off the
tractor engine.
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Tow-Bar Height Adjustment Slots