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730 Chain Spreader
WARNING
Never exceed the spreader’s speed rating as this could lead to death or serious injury.
Never carry out adjustments or maintenance on machinery while it is in operation, as this
could lead to death or serious injury.
Never attempt to clear a blockage while the spreader is in operation as this could lead to
death or serious injury.
Never operate the machine without all safety guards in place and properly secured as this can
result in death or serious injury.
Always disconnect hydraulic connections before carrying out any of the maintenance
instructions. Failure to disconnect, the above, could lead to death or serious injury.
Do not ride on the spreader. The ladder is only provided for ease of access during servicing or
maintenance operations.
Do not overload the spreader. Exceeding the axle weight will cause irreparable damage to the
spreader.
Observe all current Health and Safety Regulations.
When carrying out maintenance tractor should be turned off.
All persons except the operator should be kept away a minimum of 75 m from spreading area
Never enter machine when the spreader is running
Loose fitting clothing should never be worn when while using the machine as these could
become entangled in moving parts and could result in death or serious injury.
Personal Protective equipment should be worn when handling fertiliser (check manufacture’s
guidelines).
Caution
The rear door should never be operated in the closed position. On some fertilisers it should
not be operated with less than 20 mm of gap as packing will occur and the belt will jam.
When spreading Steel Works Slag, always operate the machine in the low gear with the door
open as wide as possible.
Work Area
The operator must remain seated while working the machine. Always ensure the tractor has
been turned off and the parking brake applied before any maintenance or changes are
carried out on spreader.
