1 - GENERAL INFORMATION
Thank you and congratulations for having chosen our implement. Your new fertilizer spreader is a
technologically advanced machine constructed of high quality sturdy components that will fulfill your
working expectations. Read this manual carefully. It will instruct you on how to operate and service
your fertilizer spreader safely and correctly. Failure to do so could result in personal injury and/or
equipment damage.
1.01 - General
The implement described in this manual is to be used with tractors with PTO at 540 rpm and
clockwise rotation.
CAUTION: Always ensure that the coupling of the implement with the tractor is done at the
same PTO speed and direction of rotation. Do not operate this implement at a PTO speed or
direction of rotation other than that shown on the implement. Serious damage can occur to
the machine and/or the operator.
CAUTION: Unless otherwise specified, all hardware is metric. Use only metric tools on metric
hardware. Other tools that do not fit properly can slip and cause injury.
CAUTION: Right hand and left hand sides of the implement are determined by facing in the
direction the implement will travel when going forward (see fig. 6).
Warranty coverage is provided by John Deere according to the terms of the Agricultural/Commercial
& Consumer Equipment Warranty Statement. Carefully read the warranty statement on the back of
your original purchase order for details on coverage and limitations of this warranty.
Your Authorized Company Dealer has genuine parts in stock. Only these approved replacement parts
should be used.
1.02 - Model and Serial Number ID
Attached to the hopper is an ID plate showing the model and the serial number. Record your
implement model and serial number in the space provided below. Your dealer needs this information
to give you prompt, efficient service when you order parts.
FERTILIZER SPREADERS OPERATOR’S MANUAL
GENERAL INFORMATION 4 FRONTIER