MAINTENANCE/STORAGECUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

•Read and follow the maintenance schedule and the maintenance procedures listed in this section.

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

Fill in dates as you complete regular service.

Check for loose fasteners

Check for worn or damaged parts Check tire inflation

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CHECK FOR LOOSE FASTENERS

•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 OF DAMAGED PARTS

•Check for worn or damaged parts before each use. Repair or replace parts if necessary.

CHECK TIRE INFLATION

•Check if tires are adequately inflated before each use. Do not inflate beyond maximum recommended pressure.

CAUTION: DO NOT inflate tires beyond the maximum recommended pressure printed on side of tire.

CLEANING

•Rinse inside of hopper and exterior of spreader and dry off before storing.

LUBRICATE (See figure 18.)

•Lightly apply automotive grease as needed to the sprocket and gear.

•Oil the nylon bushings on the vertical sprocket shaft and on the axle at least once a year, or more often as needed.

•Oil right hand (idler) wheel bearing at least once a year or more often as needed.

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FIGURE 18

STORAGE

•Rinse inside of hopper and exterior of spreader and dry off before storing.

•Store in a clean, dry area.

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