Agri-Fab 45-0270 User manual

Model No.
45-0270
PRINTED IN USA
4-WHEEL CART
OWNERS
MANUAL
Assembly
Operation
Maintenance
Repair Parts
FORM NO. 484 8 (REV. 7/03)
CAUTION:
Read Rules for
Safe Operation
and Instructions
Carefully
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SAFETY RULES
Remember, any power equipment can cause injury if operated improperly or if the user does not understand how
to operate the equipment. Exercise caution at all times when using power equipment.
CARTON CONTENTS
1. Tailgate
2. Tailgate Reinforcement Bracket
3. Cart Bed (2)
4. Front Panel
. Wheel Support
6. Axle, Rear
7. Front Axle Support
8. Front Axle Channel
9. Tie Rod
10. Tongue, Rear Section
11. Tongue, Front Section
12. Hitch Bracket
13. Wheels (4)
CARTON CONTENTS
LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL TO POINT OUT
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS. IT
MEANS -- ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT!
YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED.
CAUTION: VEHICLE BRAKING AND
STABILITY MAY BE AFFECTED WITH
THE ADDITION OF AN ACCESSORY
OR AN ATTACHMENT. BE AWARE OF
CHANGING CONDITIONS ON SLOPES.
Exercise caution at all times when using power equipment.
Read this owners manual before attempting to assemble or operate the cart.
Read the vehicle owners manual and know how to operate your tractor, before using the cart attachment.
Do not at any time carry passengers in this cart. It has not been designed to carry passengers.
Never allow children to operate the tractor or the cart attachment.
Do not allow adults to operate the tractor or cart attachment without proper instructions.
Always begin with the transmission in first (low) and gradually increase speed as conditions permit.
Tow the cart at reduced speed over rough terrain and hillsides or near creeks and ditches to prevent tipping
over and loss of control. Do not drive too close to a creek or ditch.
Vehicle braking and stability may be affected with the attachment of this cart. Do not fill cart to maximum weight
capacity without checking the capability of the towing vehicle to safely pull and stop with the cart attached.
Before operating vehicle on any grade (hill) refer to the safety rules in the vehicle owner's manual concerning
safe operation on slopes. Refer also to the slope guide on page 1 of this manual. Stay off steep slopes!
Do not unhook your cart from the tractor while on a slope. The cart could unexpectedly roll down the slope.
Do not tow this cart on highways or on public thoroughfares.
Maximum towing speed is 10 m.p.h.
Follow maintenance and lubrication instructions as outlined in this manual.
14. R.H. Axle Spindle
1 . L.H. Axle Spindle
16. Tongue Reinforcement Angle
17. Corner Caps (2)
18. Tailgate Guides (2)
19. Pivot Bars (2)
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4
17
6
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8
9
10
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12
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16 19

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HARDWARE PACK
A 2 Hex Bolt, 1/2-13 x 4-1/2" Lg.
B 2 Hex Bolt, 3/8-16 x 4" Lg.
C 4 Hex Bolt, /16-18 x 2-1/2" Lg.
D 3 Hex Bolt, 1/2-13 x 1-1/4" Lg.
E 6 Hex Bolt, 3/8-16 x 1" Lg.
F 22 Hex Bolt, 1/4-20 x 1/2" Lg.
G 20 Truss Head Bolt, /16-18 x 3/4" Lg.
H 22 Hex Nut, 1/4" (SEMS)
I 20 Hex Nut, /16" (SEMS)
J 4 Hex Nut, /16"
K 8 Hex Nut, 3/8"
L Hex Lock Nut, 1/2"
M 1 Pivot Bushing
REF. QTY. DESCRIPTION
REF. QTY. DESCRIPTION
N 4 Lock Washer, /16"
O 8 Lock Washer, 3/8
P 6 Flat Washer, 1/2" (small)
Q 1 Flat Washer, 1/2" (large)
R 4 Flat Washer, 3/4" (small)
S 8 Flat Washer, 3/4" (large)
T 1 Haircotter Pin, 1/8"
U 8 Cotter Pin, 1/8" x 1" Lg.
V 4 Hub Cap
W 2 Plastic Flange Bearing
X 1 Hitch Pin
Y 4 Plastic Split Bearing
A B C D E F G
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HARDWARE SHOWN FULL SIZE
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CAUTION
DO NOT LEAVE THE CART UNATTENDED IN
UPRIGHT POSITION DURING ASSEMBLY. A
FALLINGCARTCANCAUSEPERSONALINJURY!
PAY CLOSE ATTENTION TO THE STABILITY OF
THE CART WHILE IT REMAINS IN AN UPRIGHT
POSITION. FOR BEST STABILITY, ASSEMBLE
ON A SMOOTH, LEVEL SURFACE.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY
(1) Screwdriver
(1) Pliers
(2) 7/16" Wrenches
(2) 1/2" Wrenches
(2) 9/16" Wrenches
(2) 3/4" Wrenches
RECOMMENDED ITEMS
(1) Grease Gun
(4) Small bricks or blocks of wood (2" x 4") for
chocking the wheels.
IMPORTANT: Due to the weight of the cart, we
recommend that you have someone assist you in
lowering the cart onto its wheels after it has been
assembled.
1. Remove the hardware pack and all loose parts
from the carton. Be sure the carton is empty
before discarding.
2. Lay out all the parts and hardware as shown on
pages 2 and 3.
3. Position cart body halves upright on a smooth
level surface such as a garage floor or a paved
driveway. See figure 1.
4. Assemble halves together using four 1/4" x 1/2"
hex bolts and 1/4" (SEMS) hex nuts as shown in
figure 1. Do not tighten at this time.
FIGURE 1 FIGURE 2
. Position the tailgate reinforcement bracket on out-
side of cart as shown in figure 2. Assemble to the
bottom of the cart body using four /16" x 3/4"
truss head bolts and /16" (SEMS) hex nuts. Do
not tighten. See figure 2.
6. Position the tailgate guides with the holes to the
rear as shown in figure 2. Assemble the guides to
the inside of the cart using four 1/4" x 1/2" hex
bolts and 1/4" (SEMS) hex nuts. Do not tighten.
7. Assemble two 1/4" x 1/2" hex bolts and 1/4" (SEMS)
hex nuts to the top rear corners of the cart. Do not
tighten. See figure 2.
8. Tighten the four truss head bolts assembled in step .
Tighten the four hex bolts assembled in step 6 and
the two hex bolts assembled in step 7.
Tighten the four hex bolts assembled in step 4,
keeping the bottom of the cart body halves even.
1/4" x 1/2" HEX BOLT
1/4" HEX NUT (SEMS)
1/4" x 1/2"
HEX BOLT
5/16" x 3/4"
TRUSS HEAD BOLT
5/16" HEX
NUT (SEMS)
1/4" HEX NUT (SEMS)
TAILGATE
REINFORCEMENT
BRACKET
TAILGATE GUIDE
1/4" HEX
NUT (SEMS)
1/4" x 1/2"
HEX BOLT

FIGURE 4
16. Stand the cart on end, front end facing up.
17. Assemble the two front axle supports to the cart
using eight /16" x 3/4" truss head bolts and /16"
(SEMS) hex nuts as shown in figure . Do not
tighten yet.
FIGURE 6
18. Place the two front axle channels together as
shown in figure 6, making sure the holes in the top,
bottom and sides are aligned. Use two 3/8" x 4"
hex bolts, 3/8" lock washers and 3/8" hex nuts to
fasten the ends of the channels together. Place a
1/2" x 4-1/2" hex bolt and a 1/2" hex lock nut in the
middle hole in the channels. Do not tighten the
bolts at this time.
FIGURE 5
9. Lower the cart to rest upside down on its top
flanges. See figure 3.
10. Assemble the wheel support at the rear of the cart
using eight /16" x 3/4" truss head bolts and /16"
(SEMS) hex nuts as shown in figure 3. Bolt heads
go on inside of cart. Tighten.
FIGURE 3
11. Assemble the two plastic flange bearings to the
wheel support as shown in figure 4.
12. Assemble the axle through the wheel support and
the bearings as shown in figure 4.
13. Apply grease to the ends of the axle now or use a
grease gun after the wheels are assembled.
14. Assemble a large 3/4" flat washer, a wheel (valve
stem out), another large 3/4" flat washer and a
cotter pin to each end of the axle as shown in
figure 4.
1 . Assemble a hub cap over the 3/4" flat washer on
each end of the axle as shown in figure 4.
3/4" FLAT
WASHER
(LARGE)
COTTER PIN
HUB
CAP
PLASTIC
FLANGE
BEARING
5/16" x 3/4"
TRUSS HEAD
BOLT 5/16" (SEMS)
HEX NUT
FRONT AXLE
SUPPORTS
3/8" x 4"
HEX BOLT
1/2" x 4-1/2"
HEX BOLT
(Pivot Bolt)
1/2" HEX
LOCK NUT
3/8" LOCK WASHER
3/8" HEX NUT
5/16" x 3/4"
TRUSS HEAD
BOLT
5/16" HEX NUT (SEMS)