
MAINTENANCE
CHECK FOR LOOSE FASTENERS1.Before each use, make a thorough visual check of the spreader for any bolts and nuts which may have loosened. Retighten any loose bolts and nuts.
CHECK FOR WORN OR DAMAGED PARTS2.Check for worn or damaged parts before each use. Repair or replace parts if necessary.
CHECK TIRE INFLATION3.Check if tires are adequately inflated before each use. Do not inflate tires beyond maximum recommended pressure.
CAUTION: DO NOT inflate tires beyond the maximum recommended pressure printed on side of tire.
CLEANING4.Rinse inside of hopper and exterior of spreader and allow to dry before storing.
LUBRICATE (See figure 20)
5.Remove one small and two large hairpins and separate the gearbox housings.
6.Lightly apply automotive grease as needed to the gears.
7.Oil the nylon bushings on the vertical sprocket shaft. Apply grease to the axle at least once a year, or more often as needed.
8.Oil (idler) wheel at least once a year or more often as needed.
9.Install gearbox housings and secure with hairpins.
GREASE
OIL
HAIRPIN
HAIRPIN
FIGURE 20
STORAGE
1.Rinse inside of hopper and exterior of spreader and allow to dry before storing.
2.Store in a clean, dry area.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
1.If the axle and gear assembly is disassembled, mark down the positions of the parts as they are removed. The large gear position in relation to the small gear determines which direction the spreader plate will spin. Be sure to reassemble them in their original positions. (Refer to parts exploded view on page 10). Ensure washer (Refer to item 33 on page 10 and 11) is in place when assembling the axle components. Add grease to gears.
2.If the agitator hairpin becomes damaged or worn, it can be replaced. Remove old agitator hairpin from hole in impeller shaft and replace with new agitator hairpin. See figure 21.
SPROCKETSHAFTAGITATORHAIRPINFIGURE 21