SaltDogg SCH096 Series Self-Contained Hopper Spreader - Manual (Page 7)

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SPREADER MAINTENANCE
1. Use dielectric grease on all electrical connections before
an electrical connection is made or after a connector is dis-
connected.
2. Grease the following:
Idler shaft bearings (2).
Drive shaft bearings (2).
Spinner shaft bearings (2).
Flanged bearing located between gearbox and clutch.
3. Check gearbox oil level periodically and maintain the oil
level by adding appropriate lubricant.
4. Fill the engine crankcase with recommended oil to the
full line. Read the Tecumseh Engine owners manual for the
recommended oil viscosity for your operating conditions.
Check the oil level periodically and maintain the oil level.
Clean and lubricate engine’s choke throttle linkage.
5. Check the Feed Chain tension periodically. Check the
chain tension by measuring the distance between the end
of the sill extensions and the point where the chain contacts
the lower flange on the rail. The correct distance between
these two points is 26” to 30”. See the diagram below to
clarify.
6. Maintain the correct tension on the following roller
chains:
A. Engine to Gearbox Input Sprocket.
B. Spinner Shaft to Gearbox Input Sprocket.
The correct chain tension allows 5/16” deflection midway
between respective sprockets. Oil both roller chains often,
and at the end of each season.
To loosen or tighten Chain A, loosen the four (4) 3/8-16 X 1”
carriage bolts that fasten the Motor Mount Weldment to the
drive base and slide the Engine Mount Stand.
To loosen or tighten Chain B, loosen the Spinner Bearing
Mounting hardware and slide the Spinner Shaft. Verify that
the Spinner Shaft is vertical after any adjustments.
Caution! Do not over-tension either roller chain. Over-
tensioning can cause damage to bearings, roller chain,
sprockets, or the engine.
7. Empty the spreader of all ice control material when not
in use to prevent a frozen feed chain.
8. Wash out the spreader when it is not in use. At the
end of the season wash out the spreader to remove all ice
control materials. Thoroughly dry all metal surfaces. Paint
and oil all bare metal surfaces, to protect from rust.
Properly store the spreader for the next season.
9. To minimize problems and extend the life of the Electric
Clutch, the following procedures are recommended:
A. At the end of the season, remove and clean the clutch.
B.
After cleaning, coat both mating surfaces of the clutch
with oil or light grease.
C.
Remove oil and grease prior to using the clutch again.
10. Engine Repair - Maintain the spreader engine according
to the Engine Owner’s Manual. This manual is shipped
with the spreader. The engine warranty is covered by
Tecumseh Products Co. If service is required, contact an
authorized Tecumseh Service Center.
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