John Deere SS1023B Spreader User Manual


 
3 - OPERATION
The fertilizer spreader is versatile and ideal for granular or powdered fertilizers, seed and sand. It may
also be used as a salt spreader for snow or ice covered roads during winter months. Our spreaders
are designed for tractors from 16 to 30 PTO HP with a category 1 three point hitch.
Spreaders can be used for broadcast spreading or may be used to spread prevalently to the left or to
the right with a simple adjustment.
The wide range of hopper capacities and numerous spread adjustments make our fertilizer spreaders
ideal for use on farms, athletic fields, municipalities and many other commercial or residential
applications.
3.01 - Operational Safety
CAUTION: Our spreaders are designed considering safety as the most important target and
are the safest available in today’s market. Unfortunately, human carelessness can override the
safety features built into our machines. Injury prevention and work safety, aside from the
features on our spreaders, are very much due to the responsible use of the equipment. It must
always be operated prudently following with great care, the safety instructions laid out in this
manual.
1. The use of this equipment is subject to certain hazards which cannot be prevented by mechanical
means or product design. All operators of this equipment must read and understand this entire
manual, paying particular attention to safety and operating instructions, prior to using.
2. Do not operate the tractor and spreader when you are tired, sick or when using medication.
3. This spreader is designed for use only on tractors with 540 rpm power take off.
4. Only properly trained people should operate this machine.
5. Accidents are most likely to occur with machines that are loaned or rented to someone who has
not read the operator’s manual and is not familiar with a spreader.
6. Always stop the tractor, set brake, shut off the tractor engine, remove the ignition key, and allow
spreader moving parts to come to a complete stop before dismounting tractor. Never leave
equipment unattended with the tractor running.
7. Never place hands or feet into hopper with tractor engine running or before you are sure all motion
has stopped. Stay clear of all moving parts.
8. Never allow any person inside the hopper for any reason. Serious injury or death can result from
someone becoming entangled in the agitator.
9. Do not allow riders on the spreader or tractor at any time. There is no safe place for riders.
10.Never allow anyone within 50 yards of the spreader while the PTO is engaged. Product thrown
from the spreader can cause serious injury or death.
11.Before backing up, look behind carefully.
12.Install and secure all guards and shields before starting or operating.
13.Keep hands, feet, hair and clothing away from moving parts.
14.Never operate tractor and spreader under trees with low hanging limbs. Operators can be
knocked off the tractor and then run over.
15.Stop spreader immediately upon striking an obstruction. Turn engine off, remove key, inspect and
repair any damage before resuming operation.
FERTILIZER SPREADERS OPERATORS MANUAL
OPERATION 14 FRONTIER