Table of Content:
1 Introduction
1.1 Foreword
1.2 Predelivery
1.3 Delivery
1.4 After-Sale
1.5 Owner Register
1.6 Component Identification
2 Safety
2.1 Recognize Safety Information
2.2 Understand Signal Words
2.3 Follow Safety Instructions
2.4 Prepare for Emergencies
2.5 Wear Protective Clothing
2.6 Protect Against Noise
2.7 Practice Safe Maintenance
2.8 Park Machine Safely
2.9 Remove Paint Before Welding or Heating
2.10 Avoid Heating Near Pressurized Fluid Lines
2.11 Avoid High-Pressure Fluids
2.12 Decommissioning — Proper Recycling and Disposal of Fluids and Components
2.13 Handle Chemical Products Safely
2.14 Service Spreader Equipment Safely
2.15 Use Proper Tools
2.16 Work In Ventilated Area
2.17 Handling Batteries Safely
2.18 Service Drive Belts Safely
2.19 Using Compressed Air For Cleaning
2.20 Maintain a Safety Area Around the Machine
2.21 Working Area
2.22 Avoid Backover Accidents
2.23 Before Operating
2.24 Operate Safely
2.25 Avoid Injury from Thrown Objects
2.26 Use Safety Lights and Devices
2.27 Keep Riders Off Machine
2.28 Passenger Seat
2.29 Use Steps and Handholds Correctly
2.30 Use Seat Belt Properly
2.31 Use Caution On Hillsides
2.32 Transport and Operate Safely
2.33 Prevent Machine Runaway
2.34 Handle Fuel Safely—Avoid Fires
2.35 Handle Agricultural Chemicals Safely
2.36 Spreading Dusty Materials
2.37 Avoid Exposure To Chemicals
2.38 Clean Vehicle of Hazardous Chemicals, Including Pesticides
2.39 Non-Permissible Use
2.40 Emergency Exit
3 Safety Signs Location
3.1 Replace Safety Signs
3.2 Conveyor Cover Decal
3.3 Spreader Front Decal
3.4 Left-Hand Rear Side Decals
3.5 Left-Hand Front Decal
3.6 Left-Hand Rear Decals
3.7 Roll Tarp Decals (If Equipped)
3.8 Left-Hand Front Corner Decals
3.9 Right-Hand Rear Decals
3.10 Fender Decal
3.11 Right-Hand Rear Corner Decals—Single Bin
3.12 Right-Hand Rear Corner Decals—Second Product Bin
3.13 Right-Hand Rear Side Decals
3.14 Right-Hand Front Corner Decals
3.15 Rear Decals—MultiBin
3.16 Top Side Decal—MultiBin
4 Installation Instructions
4.1 Hose Installation Guide
4.2 Install Beacon Light Kit—If Equipped
4.3 Install Inverted V
4.4 Install Second Product Bin—Spreaders with Belt Over Chain Conveyors
4.5 Install Second Product Bin Hillside Divider
4.6 Install Dual Conveyor Cover
4.7 Install Micronutrient Bin Hillside Divider
4.8 Install Micronutrient Bin Cover
4.9 Install StarFire™ Receiver Bracket (EU Exports Only)
4.10 Install Speed Limit Decal
4.11 Remove Second Product Bin and Install Endgate
5 Safety Features
5.1 Safety Features
6 Dry Application System Application
6.1 Access Dry Application System
6.2 Dry Application System Main Page
6.3 Edit Rate Presets
6.4 Bin Details
6.5 Bin Counter Reset
6.6 Prime Controls
6.7 Bin Chaining
6.8 Bin Covers
6.9 Bin Purge
6.10 Chain Oiler
6.11 Bin and Product Alarms
6.12 Target Rate Alarm
6.13 Product Density Alarm
6.14 Select Spinner Preset
6.15 Edit Spinner Preset
6.16 Information and Settings | Dry Application System
6.17 Rate Control/Display Speed
7 Calibrations Application
7.1 Spinner Calibration
7.2 Spinner Calibration Procedure
7.3 Conveyor Feed Rate Calibration
7.4 Conveyor Feed Rate Calibration Procedure
7.5 Spreader Check
7.6 Spreader Check Procedure
7.7 Icons Displayed during Spreader Check Procedure
7.8 Rate Control Selection
8 Pre-Starting Checks
8.1 Informational Decals
8.2 Verify Spinner Orientation
8.3 Align Spinner Frame
8.4 Verify Material Divider Position
8.5 Install Material Deflector—Optional
8.6 Verify Spinner Fin Installation
8.7 Verify Spinner Speed Sensor Gap
8.8 Verify Hillside Divider Location
8.9 Verify Correct Chain Tension—Belt Over Chain Conveyor Only
8.10 Verify Second Product Bin Hillside Divider Location
8.11 Spinner Initial Adjustment
9 Operate System
9.1 Initial Start-Up
9.2 Field Test
9.3 Spreader System Check
9.4 Setup Display
9.5 General Operation Process
10 Size Grading and Hardness Test
10.1 Introduction
10.2 Crush Strength
10.3 Hardness Test
10.4 Size Grade Number
10.5 Size Grade Number Scale
11 Spread Pattern
11.1 Spread Pattern Adjustment
11.2 Spinners
11.3 Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) Valve Location
11.4 Spreader Preparation
11.5 Determine Material Bulk Density
11.6 Determine Material CFR
11.7 Calculate Feedgate Opening
11.8 Spread Pattern Test Procedure
11.9 Troubleshooting
12 Lubrication and Maintenance
12.1 Clean Vehicle of Hazardous Chemicals, Including Pesticides
12.2 Prevent Hydraulic System Contamination
12.3 Dispose of Waste Properly
12.4 Service Intervals
12.5 Conveyor Cleanout—As Required
12.6 Belt Over Chain Conveyor Maintenance and Adjustment—As Required
12.7 Install Replacement Spreader Fins—As Required
12.8 Clean Bin Sensor—As Required
12.9 Remove Meter Rollers—As Required
12.10 Inspect Tarp—Biweekly (If Equipped)
12.11 Inspect Tarp Assembly Hardware—Biweekly (If Equipped)
12.12 Check Tarp Assembly Cable Tension—Biweekly (If Equipped)
12.13 Lubricate Belt Over Chain Conveyor—Daily
12.14 Lubricate Idler Shaft Bearings and Adjustment Screws—Weekly
12.15 Lubricate Drive Shaft Bearings—Weekly
12.16 Lubricate Spinner Jack—Weekly
12.17 Lubricate Second Product Bin Drive and Idler Shaft Bearings—Weekly
12.18 Lubricate Feedgate Jack Tube (If Equipped)—Weekly
12.19 Check Gear Case Oil—Monthly
12.20 Lubricate Meter Roller Drive Chains
12.21 Change Hydraulic Oil—Annually
12.22 Change Gear Case Oil—Annually
12.23 Lubricate Feedgate Jack Gears (If Equipped)—Annually
12.24 Lubricate Second Product Bin Idler Adjustment Screws—Annually
13 Lubricant Specifications
13.1 Transmission and Hydraulic Oil
13.2 Gear Case Oil
13.3 Multipurpose Extreme Pressure (EP) Grease
13.4 Chain Oiler Mixture
14 Troubleshooting
14.1 Troubleshooting
14.2 Schematics
15 Storage
15.1 Avoid Exposure To Chemicals
15.2 Clean Vehicle of Hazardous Chemicals, Including Pesticides
15.3 Prepare Machine for Storage
15.4 Remove Machine from Storage
16 Specifications
16.1 Specifications
16.2 Dimensions
16.3 Recommendations for Stainless Steel Hardware
16.4 Unified Inch Bolt and Screw Torque Values
16.5 Metric Bolt and Screw Torque Values
16.6 Face Seal Fittings Assembly and Installation—All Pressure Applications
16.7 Metric Face Seal and O-Ring Stud End Fitting Torque Chart—Standard Pressures
16.8 Metric Face Seal and O-Ring Stud End Fitting Torque Chart—High Pressure Applications
16.9 SAE Face Seal and O-Ring Stud End Fitting Torque Chart—Standard Pressures
16.10 SAE Face Seal and O-Ring Stud End Fitting Torque Chart—High Pressure Applications
16.11 Four Bolt Flange Fittings Assembly and Installation—All Pressure Applications
16.12 SAE Four Bolt Flange Cap Screw Torque Values—Standard Pressure Applications
16.13 SAE Four Bolt Flange Cap Screw Torque Values—High Pressure Applications
16.14 External Hexagon Port Plug Torque Chart
16.15 Identification Numbers
16.16 Interpret the Serial Number of Your Machine – 17 digits PIN
16.17 Year of Production Table (Digit 5)
16.18 Keep Proof of Ownership
16.19 Keep Machines Secure
17 John Deere Service Literature Available
17.1 Technical Information
18 Index
19 John Deere Service Keeps You On The Job
19.1 John Deere Parts
19.2 The Right Tools
19.3 Well-Trained Technicians
19.4 Prompt Service