DN456 and DN485 Dry Spinner Spreader
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Foreword
Predelivery
Delivery
After-Sale
Owner Register
Component Identification
Section 05 - Safety
Recognize Safety Information
Understand Signal Words
Follow Safety Instructions
Prepare for Emergencies
Wear Protective Clothing
Protect Against Noise
Practice Safe Maintenance
Park Machine Safely
Remove Paint Before Welding or Heating
Avoid Heating Near Pressurized Fluid Lines
Avoid High-Pressure Fluids
Dispose of Waste Properly
Handle Chemical Products Safely
Service Spreader Equipment Safely
Use Proper Tools
Work In Ventilated Area
Handling Batteries Safely
Service Drive Belts Safely
Using Compressed Air For Cleaning
Maintain a Safety Area Around the Machine
Working Area
Avoid Backover Accidents
Before Operating
Operate Safely
Avoid Injury from Thrown Objects
Use Safety Lights and Devices
Keep Riders Off Machine
Passenger Seat
Use Steps and Handholds Correctly
Use Seat Belt Properly
Use Caution On Hillsides
Transport and Operate Safely
Prevent Machine Runaway
Handle Fuel Safely—Avoid Fires
Handle Agricultural Chemicals Safely
Spreading Dusty Materials
Avoid Exposure To Chemicals
Clean Vehicle of Hazardous Chemicals, Including Pesticides
Non-Permissible Use
Emergency Exit
Section 10 - Safety Signs Location
Replace Safety Signs
Safety Signs
Section 15 - Installation Instructions
Remove Rear Light Bar—If Equipped
Install Dry Spreader Body
Attach Harness Connectors
Install Hydraulic Hoses
Hose Installation Guide
Install Beacon Light Kit—If Equipped
Install Mirrors and Mirror Brackets
Install Inverted V—DN456
Install Inverted V—DN485
Install Second Product Bin—Spreaders with Belt Over Chain
Conveyors
Install Second Product Bin—Spreaders with Straight Belt
Conveyors
Install Second Product Bin Hillside Divider
Install Dual Conveyor Cover
Install StarFire™ Receiver Bracket (EU Exports Only)
Install Speed Limit Decal
Remove Second Product Bin and Install Endgate
Section 16 - Roll Tarp Installation
Parts List
Install Roll Tarp
Section 20 - Safety Features
Safety Features
Section 25 - Spreadstar™
Introduction to Spreadstar™
Spreader Main Page
Bin Status Icons
Spreader Main Page Information Drop Down Lists
Spreader Bin Setup
Turn Spinner Alarm On/Off
Turn Rate Alarm On/Off
Turn Density Setting Alarm On/Off
Operate Bin Chaining
Spreader Product Setup
Set Application Rates
Set Product Density
Set Product CFR
Spreader Machine Setup
Select Single or Dual Bin Platform
Vehicle Setup and Calibration
Job Summaries and Current Totals
Setup Summary
Calibrate Product CFR
Spinner Calibration
Spreader Check Test
Diagnostic Readings
Diagnostic Tests
Recent Problems
Controller Diagnostics
Setup of Prescriptions with Spreadstar
Calculate Feedgate Opening
Spreadstar™ Warning Statements
Stop Warnings
Message Center Cautions and Warnings
Information (Protect) Messages
Section 30 - Pre-Starting Checks
Informational Decal
Verify Spinner Orientation
Align Spinner Frame
Verify Material Divider Position
Install Material Deflector—Optional
Verify Spinner Fin Installation
Verify Spinner Speed Sensor Gap
Verify Hillside Divider Location
Verify Correct Chain Tension—Belt Over Chain Conveyor
Only
Verify Second Product Bin Hillside Divider Location
Verify Correct Belt Tension—Straight Belt Conveyor Only
Spinner Initial Adjustment
Section 35 - Operate System
Initial Start-Up
Field Test
Spreader System Check
Setup Spreadstar™ Display
Calibrate Speed Sensors
Spinner Calibration
General Operation Process
Section 36 - Operate Spreader Box Tarp System (If Equipped)
Open Spreader Box Tarp (If Equipped)
Close Spreader Box Tarp (If Equipped)
Tarp Cable Tension Adjustment (If Equipped)
Adjust Crank Handle Angle (If Equipped)
Section 40 - Size Grading and Hardness Test
Introduction
Crush Strength
Hardness Test
Size Grade Number
Size Grade Number Scale
Section 45 - Spread Pattern
Spread Pattern Adjustment
Spinners
Spreader Preparation
Determine Material Bulk Density
Determine Material CFR
Spread Pattern Test Procedure
Troubleshooting
Section 50 - Lubrication and Maintenance
Clean Vehicle of Hazardous Chemicals, Including Pesticides
Prevent Hydraulic System Contamination
Dispose of Waste Properly
Service Intervals
Conveyor Cleanout—As Required
Straight Belt Conveyor Maintenance and Adjustment — As
Required
Belt Over Chain Conveyor Maintenance and Adjustment—As
Required (If Equipped)
Install Replacement Spreader Fins—As Required
Clean Bin Sensor—As Required
Inspect Tarp—Biweekly (If Equipped)
Inspect Tarp Assembly Hardware—Biweekly (If Equipped)
Check Tarp Assembly Cable Tension—Biweekly (If Equipped)
Lubricate Belt Over Chain Conveyor—Daily
Lubricate Idler Shaft Bearings and Adjustment Screws—Weekly
Lubricate Snubber and Drive Shaft Bearings—Weekly
Lubricate Spinner Jack—Weekly
Lubricate Second Product Bin Drive and Idler Shaft Bearings—Weekly
Lubricate Feedgate Jack Tube (If Equipped)—Weekly
Check Gear Case Oil—Monthly
Change Gear Case Oil—Annually
Lubricate Feedgate Jack Gears (If Equipped)—Annually
Lubricate Second Product Bin Idler Adjustment Screws—Annually
Section 55 - Lubricant Specifications
Hydrostatic/Hydraulic Drive Oil
Gear Case Oil
Grease
Chain Oiler Mixture
Section 60 - Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
Hydraulic Schematic
Section 65 - Storage
Avoid Exposure To Chemicals
Clean Vehicle of Hazardous Chemicals, Including Pesticides
Prepare Machine for Storage
Remove Machine from Storage
Section 70 - Specifications
Specifications DN456
Specifications DN485
Dimensions DN456
Dimensions DN485
Unified Inch Bolt and Screw Torque Values
Metric Bolt and Screw Torque Values
Face Seal Fittings Assembly and Installation—All Pressure
Applications
Metric Face Seal and O-Ring Stud End Fitting Torque Chart—Standard
Pressures
Metric Face Seal and O-Ring Stud End Fitting Torque Chart—High
Pressure Applications
SAE Face Seal and O-Ring Stud End Fitting Torque Chart—Standard
Pressures
SAE Face Seal and O-Ring Stud End Fitting Torque Chart—High
Pressure Applications
Four Bolt Flange Fittings Assembly and Installation—All
Pressure Applications
SAE Four Bolt Flange Cap Screw Torque Values—Standard
Pressure Applications
SAE Four Bolt Flange Cap Screw Torque Values—High Pressure
Applications
External Hexagon Port Plug Torque Chart
The EC Declaration of Conformity applies
only to machines which bear the CE mark
EC Declaration of Conformity
The EC Declaration of Conformity applies
only to machines which bear the CE mark
EC Declaration of Conformity
Speed Limit Decal
Chassis CE Plate Location
Dry Spinner Spreader CE Plate Location
Eurasian Economic Union
Identification Numbers
Interpret the Serial Number of Your Machine - 17 digits PIN
Year of Production Table (Digit 5)
Keep Proof of Ownership
Keep Machines Secure
Section IBC - John Deere Service Keeps You On The Job
John Deere Parts
The Right Tools
Well-Trained Technicians
Prompt Service