Gearmore PDC400 Operation, Service & Parts Manual page 5

2. GENERAL INFORMATION
Besides the standard pendulum, several other spouts are available for different applications,
such as for the spreading in which the spreading width is limited from a minimum of 3 feet to a
maximum of 26 feet for its use on the vineyards, the orchards, or in the parks.
Pendulum Spreading width adjustment key
The hopper is fi berglass reinforced plastic that cannot rust (except Model PDC400, which is poly).
The paint on the frame is made by a water base varnish and is baked at 150° with the application of
the primer bath, assuring great protection and a long life for the machine.
The feeding of the disc is by gravity through the exits, located on the bottom of the hopper,
that can be opened or closed by a mechanical or hydraulic system (optional). The dosage of the
fertilizer is made by operating on the opening section by an adjusting rod that slides on a threaded
pin with a graduate scale.
Standard Agitator Optional Agitator Crown Opening Lever
For the more powdered fertilizers, it is possible to settle an agitator/mixer on the bottom of the
hopper to avoid the formation of lumps in the fertilizer.
All models are 3-point hitch, 540 r.p.m. PTO speed.
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