FORMOSAN, 42912 MODEL NO. 41550 s PA-21 SPREADER Keep this Operators Manual, the Vehicle Operators Manual, the Engine Manual and all other Accessory Manuals in the plastic tube behind the operator seat.
spreader controls Familiarize yourself with the controls and recommended operating procedures, before actually operating the Spreader. The Directional Control Valve is the ON/OFF control for the Spreader. Pull the Handle UP to engage the Hydraulic Motor and activate the Agitator and Spreader Spout mechanisms. Push the Handle DOWN {to the NEUTRAL detente) ‘to disengage the Hydraulic Motor and stop the Agitator.and Spreader Spout mechanism.
spreader operation SPREADER CALIBRATION: To calibrate the TROD Spreader you must determine the desired rate of the material being applied (in pounds per acre}, as specified by the material manufacturer. To achieve this application rate, first establish the following: Spread width in feet, for the material being applied. NOTE: This width will vary according to. density . of material and. the Spout arc setting. Flow rate of material from the Hopper, in pounds per minute.
USE THE FOLLOWING CHART AS A GUIDELINE ONLY, TO DETERMINE A FLOW REGULATOR SETTING TO APPROXIMATE THE APPLICATION RATE DESIRED. Due to weather conditions and variances in density, moisture content and particle size . . . flow fares will not cloys be the same as those shown. Use the chart 1o establish o Flow Regulator setting 10 use as o starting point for actual contradiction. PTO SPREADING APPROXIMATE APPLICATION RATE IN LBS.