General Operation Process

1. Verify machine has been properly serviced and is in good operating condition. Field test unit prior to first use, prior to each spreading season’s use, and following overhaul or repair work. Verify that all components and systems are functioning properly. (See Field Testing section.)

2. With SGN Kit: Perform size grading and hardness test on material to be spread to obtain spinner speed recommendations. (See Size Grading and Hardness Testing section in this manual.)

   Without SGN Kit: Start spread pattern testing at the following starting points and modify spinner speed accordingly.

   • Fertilizer 600-800 rpm, 18-32 m (59-104 ft.) Spread Width
   • Lime 600-650 rpm, 18 m (59 ft.) Spread Width
   
   

   NOTE: Spinner speed will need to be changed when changing from different materials.

3. IMPORTANT: Do not fill box with products not recommended for your box and chassis combination.

   The spreading of lime is not permissible when using the DN456 installed on a R4030 or R4038 chassis or when using the DN485.

   Do not fill above top edge of box. Overfilling box can lead to belt slippage or chain drive failure.

   NOTE: If machine is equipped with second product bin. Verify feedgate height is at desired setting prior to filling Bin 1. (See Calculate Feedgate Opening in Spreadstar™ section.)

   
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   A - Top Edge Bin 1

   B - Top Edge Bin 2

   Fill bin 1 (A) and bin 2 (B) (if equipped) with material to be spread.

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4. Drive to location where spreading is to be done.

5. Setup product to be spread in Spreadstar™. (See Product Setup in Spreadstar™ section of this manual.)

6. Adjust spinner to give spread pattern desired. (See Spread Pattern section in this manual.)

7. Set rear feedgate opening to obtain yield desired. Measure actual material depth. Turn feedgate handle to adjust feedgate opening.

   CAUTION: Stay out of the spreader while conveyor is operating. Turn off all power, set vehicle brakes, lock engine starting switch and remove keys before getting in the spreader. Tag all controls to prohibit operation. Tags should be placed, and later removed, only by the person working in the spreader.

8. Select desired rate using rate selection switch.

9. Engage spinner enable switch and conveyor belt master on/off switch.

10. CAUTION: Drive only at speeds which permit good control of vehicle.

    NOTE: Maximum spreading speed is 40 km/h (25 mph).

    Drive at speeds that allow engine to run at proper rpm.

    NOTE: CHANGE HYDRAULIC OIL FILTER AFTER FIRST WEEK (OR NOT MORE THAN 50 HOURS) OF OPERATION ON A UNIT.