BE Ag & Industrial BE-PFS G Series Application guide

PURCHASE DATE MODEL NO. SERIAL NUMBER
DEALER
3PT SPIN SPREADER
BE-PFSXXXG
OPERATIONS & PARTS MANUAL
FOR MODELS:
• BE-PFS250G
• BE-PFS400G
• BE-PFS500G

TABLE OF CONTENTS
3GENERAL INORMATION
4SAFETY
5INSTRUCTIONS
9MAINTENANCE
10 SPREADING CHARTS
12 EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS LIST

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TO THE OWNER
All implements with moving parts are potentially hazardous. There is no substitute for a cautious, safe-
minded operator who recognizes the potential hazards and follows reasonable safety practices.
The manufacturer has designed this implement to be used with all its safety equipment properly attached to
minimize the chance of accidents.
BEFORE YOU START!
Read the safety messages on the implement and shown in your manual.
Observe the rules of safety and common sense!
THIS SYMBOL MEANS
• ATTENTION!
• BECOME ALERT!
• YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
THIS SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL IDENTIFIES IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNING MESSAGES. CAREFULLY READ
EACH WARNING MESSAGE THAT FOLLOWS. FAILURE TO UNDERSTAND AND OBEY A SAFETY WARNING,
OR RECOGNIZE A SAFETY HAZARD, COULD RESULT IN AN INJURY OR DEATH TO YOU OR OTHERS
AROUND YOU. THE OPERATOR IS ULTIMATELY RESPONSIBLE FOR THE SAFETY OF HIMSELF, AS WELL
AS OTHERS, IN THE OPERATING AREA OF THE TRACTOR AND EQUIPMENT.
SAFETY INFORMATION
UNDERSTAND SIGNAL WORDS
Note the use of signal words DANGER, WARNING and CAUTION with the safety messages.
The appropriate signal words for each have been selected using the following guidelines:
DANGER:
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. This
signal word is limited to the most extreme situations typically for machine components which, for functional
purposes, cannot be guarded.
WARNING:
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury, and
includes hazards that are exposed when guards are removed. It may also be used to alert against unsafe
practices.
CAUTION:
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. It may
also be used to alert against unsafe practices.
ATTENTION!
Read instruction manual and make sure all operators are knowledgeable on correct
operation of equipment and familiar with Safety Rules of Operation.
• Never allow riders on equipment.
• When operating on rough or uneven terrain, use extreme caution and a safe operating
speed.
• When separating seed or fertilizer, always use safety goggles.
• Never operate equipment when anyone is within 50 feet of seeder/spreader.
Before operating equipment - If you have any questions regarding the proper assembly
or operation, contact your local dealer or representative.

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SAFETY INFORMATION
Working with unfamiliar equipment can lead to careless injuries. Read this manual, and the manual for your
tractor, before assembly or operating, to acquaint yourself with the machine. It is the equipment owner’s
responsibility, if this equipment is used by any person other than yourself, is loaned or rented, to make
certain that the operator, prior to operating:
• Reads and understands the operator’s manual
• Is instructed in safe and proper use.
• The use of this equipment is subject to certain hazards which cannot be protected against by mechanical
means or product design. All operators of this equipment must read and understand this entire manual,
paying particular attention to safety and operating instructions, prior to using. If there is something in
this manual you do not understand, ask your supervisor, or your local dealer, to explain it to you.
• Most accidents occur because of neglect or carelessness. Keep all heelers and bystanders fifty feet
(50’) from operating equipment. Only properly trained people should operate this tractor and attached
implement. It is recommended the tractor be equipped with a Roll Over Protective System (ROPS) and
a seat belt that is used. Always stop the tractor, set brake, shut o engine, remove the tractor key and
lower implement to the ground before dismounting tractor. Never leave equipment unattended with the
tractor running.
• All equipment is potentially hazardous. There is no substitute for a cautious, safe-minded operator who
recognizes potential hazards and follows reasonable safety practices.
• When the use of hand tools is required to perform any part of assembly, installation, adjustment,
maintaining, repairing, removal or moving the implement, be sure the tools used are designed and
recommended by the tool manufacturer for that specific task.
• Personal protection equipment including safety glasses, safety shoes and gloves are recommended
during assembly, installation, operation, adjustment, maintaining, repairing, removing of the spreader.
• Always use two people to handle heavy, unwieldy components during assembly, installation, removal or
moving of the implement.
• Never place any part of your body where it would be in danger if movement should occur during
assembly, installation, operation, maintaining, repairing or moving the implement.
• Do not work under a raised implement unless it is securely blocked or held in position. Do not depend on
the tractor hydraulic system to hold the implement in place.
• A heavy load can cause instability of the tractor. Use extreme care during travel. Slow down on turns and
watch out for bumps. The tractor may need front counter-weights to counter-balance the weight of the
implement. An unstable tractor could steer badly and possibly tip over, causing injury or death.
• Never use alcoholic beverages or drugs which can hinder alertness or coordination while operating
equipment.
• Do not allow others to ride on the tractor with an operator. Rider are subject to injury such as being
struck by foreign objects or being thrown o. Riders obstruct the operator’s view resulting in unsafe
operation. Never allow anyone to ride on the implement.
• Before you operate any implement, check over all pins, bolts and connections to be sure all are securely
in place. Replace any damaged or worn parts immediately.
• Do not allow anyone who is not familiar with the safety rules and operation instructions to use this
equipment.
• Never allow children to operate or be around the equipment.
• Do not exceed lift capacity of the tractor hitch.
• Keep alert and watch the front as well as the rear when working with the attached implements.
• Never operate spreader if anyone is within 50ft. of tractor and spreader.
• Never use your hand or fingers to clear a jam of material in the feed gate. Use a clean stick or rod.
• When spreading any material, always use safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields.
• Always be aware of the wind direction and that it may carry the material further than normal spread
width.

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INSTRUCTIONS
TRACTOR REQUIREMENTS & PREPARATION
The 3PT mounted seeder/spreader with a PTO drive will fit most Category I and some larger Category 0
tractors. Larger Category II tractors may also be used if the 3PT hitch lift arms will narrow to 26 inches.
Bushings will be needed to fit the category I (7/8” dia.) lift pins.
NOTE: Some Category 0 tractors have very short lift arms or 5/8” diameter (Cat 0) lift arm ball ends. These
tractors are not usually suitable.
Check the tractors 3PT hitch. The hitch hydraulic system should be able to hold the lift arms at a set height.
If the hydraulic system leaks and allows the lift system in good working order. (I&T shop manuals will list
most specifications and adjustment instructions - available from most farm equipment dealers).
NOTE: The seeder/spreader weighs 96 pounds and can hold up to 600 pounds of fertilizer. The tractor needs
to be large enough to handle this possible 700 pound load safely. The tractor may have to be equipped with
front end weights to be properly counterbalanced.
Check the shield over the PTO stub shaft. Make sure it is in good condition and bolted securely to the tractor.
Purchase a new shield if old shield is damaged or missing.
ASSEMBLY & MOUNTING
Mount the seeder on your tractor by sliding the lift arm ball sockets over the seeder pull pins and secure with
lynch pins (not furnished). Attach the center link (not furnished) to the center link bracket on the seeder
using a center link pin (not furnished), and secure it with a suitable lynch pin. Adjust the center link so that
the seeder fan is parallel to the ground.
NOTE: Use stabilizer bars, adjustable sway chains, or sway blocks on your tractor lift arms to keep the
seeder/spreader from swinging side to side. Adjust as tightly as practical for best performance.
PTO INSTALLATION
In some cases, it may be necessary to shorten the PTO assembly to match your particular tractor. The
following procedure should be used: (Refer to Figure 1)
Raise the tractor 3PT hitch so the input shaft of the spreader gearbox is in line with the PTO shaft on the
tractor.
CAUTION!
Be sure your tractor is in good condition.
Read all the safety precautions and make sure all
tractor operators are familiar with safety rules of
operation.
PACKING
The seeder/spreader is shipped assembled, except
for the PTO drive shaft.

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Measure the distance between the ends of the two shafts (Dimension “A”, Figure 1). Each half of PTO should
be equal to Dimension “A” minus two inches (2”).
If the driveline must be cut to a shorter length, clamp the driveline in a well-padded vise to prevent damage
to the shield (Figure 3). Cut the plastic shields 1-1/2” shorter than shafts.
Repeat the procedure to the other driveline half. Remove all burrs and cuttings.
Apply multi-purpose grease to inside of outer (female) driveline section. assemble driveline and install on
tractor and spreader. Pull on each driveline section to be sure yokes lock into place. Make certain driveline
shielding is in place and is in good condition.
NOTE: A PTO driveline that is too long and “bottoms out” could possibly cause severe damage to the
gearbox. It is VERY IMPORTANT to check the proper PTO driveline length for your tractor. Gearboxes
damaged by incorrect PTO driveline length are NOT covered by warranty.
NOTE: The use of a PTO shaft adapter or extension could require that the PTO driveline be shortened a
considerable amount. If this is done, the driveline halves may separate when the spreader is lowered to the
ground.
CAUTION
Do not operate this equipment without shields properly installed. This is for your protection, and the
manufacturer recommends the use of these shields at all times.
CAUTION
When attaching PTO yoke to tractor PTO shaft, it is important that spring-activated locking pin slides
freely and is seated in groove on PTO shaft. A loose shaft could slip o and result in injury or damage to
equipment.
If your tractor has extra long lift arms, it may be necessary to use a PTO extension so that you can use the
PTO shaft assembly provided. Be sure the PTO assembly does not close too far (bottom out) if you use a
PTO extension.
Never raise or lower the seeder/spreader so that the PTO shaft assembly will come apart.
CAUTION
A heavy load can cause instability in driving a tractor. Make sure the front of the tractor is properly
counterbalanced with weights. Always drive slowly - especially around turns. An unstable tractor could
steer badly and possibly tip over, causing injury or death.

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Fertilizers will vary as to weight and quality which may require additional adjustment by moving the
individual fan blades. Moving the blade tips forward will carry more material to the left side. Moving the fan
blade tips back will allow more material to be spread to the right.
Make small adjustment moves and check spread after each adjustment.
NOTE: The gearbox is filled with lubricant and sealed at the factory. If operated and stored properly, the
gearbox will provide a long, trouble-free service life. If disassembly that the box be re-filled with a good
quality grease and that the box halves are released with a silicone adhesive.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
PLEASE READ THE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY!
Right-hand or left-hand reference is determined by standing at the rear of the seeder/spreader and facing in
the direction of travel of the tractor.
Check the register of the control lever indicator with the seed gate (material gate). With the seed gate
closed, the control lever should be in its fully raised position. Control lever settings listed on the spread
charts are to the adjustable pointer/stop below the control lever.
DO NOT FILL HOPPER (especially with fertilizer and transport over long distances, as it may result, causing
poor or erratic discharge.
FOR BEST RESULTS use pelleted fertilizer, as it has little tendency to lump and causes little or not dust.
Be sure to sift or break up lumps found in some types of granular fertilizer before filling hopper.
Do not use on windy days, especially when spreading fine grass seed.
Be extremely careful if you are spreading herbicides, as there is the possibility of wind drift or overthrow into
areas where serious crop/shrub damage could occur. Always follow instructions on chemical package.
Raise the seeder/spreader up so the spreader fan is 30-34 inches above the ground. This will give you the
best spreading performance. It is also best if the seeder/spreader is tilted slightly forward so that the
spreader fan throws slightly upward. (Use the top link to make this adjustment). The PTO shaft assembly
should not be at a sharp angle - it should operate fairly straight or level.
Adjust the tension on the control handle so it moves with some resistance, but will remain where you set it.
Adjust the control handle stop so that at the end of the field you can shut the seed gate and, after your turn,
re-open to your exact setting.
If, by chance, the agitator does become jammed, open the feed gate all the way. By sticking a small rod
through the feed gate, the material jamming the agitator can be loosened and removed. After the jam is
cleared, reset the feed gate and proceed. Always stop tractor and disengage PTO before dislodging material.
CAUTION
Do not attempt to use your fingers to clear a jam. Accidental closing of the feed gate could shear a finger
o, or leaving the PTO engaged could rotate the agitator, which could pinch or amputate a finger. Be
sure that the tractor engine is shut o and the PTO clutch is disengaged before doing any adjustment or
repair.
When spreading fertilizer, always start vehicle in motion before opening feed gate. (Do not allow vehicle
to sit stationary with feed gate open). If fertilizer is accidentally deposited too heavily in a small area, soak
down thoroughly with garden hose or sprinkler to prevent burning.

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SPREADING INSTRUCTIONS
The opening in the hopper bottom is regulated by the control handle. The size of the opening is determined
by the calibrated scale. Place the control lever at the desired setting.
The spread chart in this manual is an approximate guide based on various forward speeds (from 4 mph
to 7.5 mph). For accurate spreading, calibrate your tractor to operate at the desired speed. A calibrated
speedometer is the best and most accurate. If your tractor does not have a speedometer or its accuracy is
questionable. then you may calibrate in the following manner:
Set out two markers 88 feet apart. Select proper gear and adjust throttle speed to give the following travel
time as shown between the markers.
NOTE: You cannot adjust the throttle very much, as you need to maintain 540 rpm PTO speed. (A plus or
minus 20 rpm could be tolerated).
• 1 MPH will travel 88 feet in 60 seconds
• 4 MPH will travel 88 feet in 15 seconds
• 5 MPH will travel 88 feet in 12 seconds
• 6 MPH will travel 88 feet in 10 seconds
• 7.5 MPH will travel 88 feet in 8 seconds
After selecting gear and throttle setting to give desired speed, mark the throttle position in some convenient
manner. Check PTO speed to make sure it is near 540 RPM.
Check rate chart for suggested setting for material type to be spread.
You are now ready to make a trial run. To assure accurate results, close feed gates and put in a redetermined
amount of the material to be spread. Spread this and check the results. Make final adjustments to obtain
desired results.
CAUTION
KEEP ALL PERSONS AWAY FROM THE ROTATING SPREADER FAN AND THE PTO SHAFT! NEVER
OPERATE WHEN ANYONE IS WITHIN 50 FEET OF THE SEEDER/SPREADER.
THREE SPREADING POSSIBILITIES
A simple adjustment of the lower level allows direction of distribution towards the right side or towards the
left side of the tractor operator.

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MAINTENANCE
The hopper should be washed after use, especially after use with corrosive material such as fertilizer, salt or
ice melting compounds. When dry, oil thoroughly.
The gearbox is filled with lubricant and sealed at the factory. If operated and stored properly, the gearbox
will provide a long, trouble-free service life. If disassembly of the gearbox should ever be required, it is
important that the box be re-filled with good quality grease and that the box halves are released with a
silicone adhesive.
Grease PTO universal joints after every 8 hours of operation. Lubricate steel tube and shaft so they telescope
freely.
Always store seeder/spreader in a clean, dry place.
Before using, check to make sure all nuts and bolts are tight.
Paint any bare metal or rusty spots for longer life.
TROUBLESHOOTING
NOT FEEDING EVEN
• Seed gate opening may be set too close for the material being spread. To overcome, set the opening larger
and drive faster to obtain same spread rate.
• Check material for foreign matter.
• Check agitator drive pin for shear.
POOR SPREAD
• Too much speed (over 540 PTO rpm) can cause uneven spread.
• PTO speed too slow (PTO rpm under 520 rpm) will result in narrow spread.
• Bent fan blades.
• Drive pin sheared or missing on fan hub.
• Too windy for material being spread.
• Agitator problems. Check tips under “Not Feeding Even”.
• Operator not spacing spread runs properly for correct overlap. For best results, cover area twice over at
one-half recommended material usage rate. The second time over, run halfway between first spreading
width or in a criss-cross pattern. This method allows the most complete and even coverage, as well as to
give operator a chance to adjust gate setting to compensate for too thin or too heavy a covering the first
time over.
• Seeder/spreader should run level or tilted slightly forward. Make sure lift arms on tractor are adjusted so
one side is not lower then the other.
• Running agitator when not spreading can result in material being ground up and possibly packing over
control gate opening. You can “over-agitate” material.

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SPREADING CHART FOR FERTILIZERS
FERTILIZRE TYRE
PTO
SPEED
(RPM)
SPREAD
WIDTH
IN FEET
TRACTOR
SPEED
(MPH)
QUANTITY TO BE SPEAD, IN POUNDS PER ACRE AT CONTROL
LEVEL SETTING INDICATED
0.5 1.0 1.5 2.0 2.5 3.0 3.5 4.0 4.5
Coarse Grain
Fertilizrs 540 40
2.5
5
7.5
97
48
37
139
69
53
246
129
85
414
204
139
516
260
175
640
320
218
789
392
260
935
472
323
Medium Grain
Fertilizers 540 34
2.5
5
7.5
850
51
43
122
73
62
175
105
73
329
170
113
467
236
163
597
303
198
739
376
253
825
417
286
945
478
325
Fine Grain Fertilizers 540 26
2.5
5
7.5
60
32
21
85
46
30
122
61
41
204
108
93
340
178
122
440
224
153
551
280
193
647
324
220
770
396
263
Ammonium Nitrate 540 33
2.5
5
7.5
61
28
23
226
116
74
377
190
124
563
284
191
724
366
244
896
448
298
1052
525
352
1242
622
422
Urea (Carbamide) 540 26
2.5
5
7.5
77
41
26
110
59
37
303
150
100
458
231
150
669
300
221
818
411
275
1004
500
336
1171
590
392
NOTE: Spread widths of fertilizer will vary according to type.
Always check actual spread width and application rate.
NOTE: Spread Chart settings are approximate - always make trial run to check actual application rate.
WARNING
1. Be sure spinner is stopped during hitching.
2. Always keep away from rotating spinner.
3. Never work on top of or inside the hopper
unless tractor engine is shut off.
DANGER
ROTATING DRIVELINE
CONTACT CAN CAUSE DEATH
KEEP AWAY!
DO NOT OPERATE WITHOUT:
• ALL DRIVELINE, TRACTOR AND
EQUIPMENT SHIELDS IN PLACE
• DRIVELINES SECURELY
ATTACHED AT BOTH ENDS
• DRIVELINE SHIELDS THAT TURN
FREELY ON DRIVELINE

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SPREADING CHART FOR SEED
NOTE: Spread Chart settings are approximate - always make trial run to check actual application rate.
NOTE: Material can vary as to density, foreign material content, particle size and shape.
These factors will aect both spread width and flow rate.
SPREADING CHART FOR SEED BE-PFSxxxG
NOTE: Spread Chart settings are approximate - always make trial run to check actual
application rate.
NOTE: Material can vary as to density, foreign material content, particle size and shape.
These factors will aect both spread width and flow rate.

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EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS LIST

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REF DESCRIPTION QTY
1 Frame 1
2 Bolt, Hex Head M10x20, Zinc 2
3 Washer, Flat, 10mm, Zinc 5
4 Hair Pin 4
5 Rod, Flow Adjustment 1
6 Lever, Adjustment 1
7 Spring, Pressure 1
8 Bolt, Hex Head M10x70, Zinc 1
9 Handle, Rubber, 8x20 1
10 Brace, Left 1
11 Nut, Hex M10, Zinc 14
12 Washer, Lock 10mm, Zinc 10
13 Rod, Selector, RX-LX 1
14 Pin, Connection, ø8*16 1
15 Agitator 1
16 Bolt, Hex Head M8x45, Zinc 1
17 Lock Nut M8 1
18 Washer, Nylon 25mm 1
19 Bolt, Carriage M10x25, Zinc 5
20 Bar, Hopper Reinforcement 1
21 Washer, Flat 10.5mm, Zinc 1
22 Hopper 1
23 Retainer Bushing 1
24 Hopper Support Pan 1
25 Bolt, Carriage M8x25, Zinc 6
REF DESCRIPTION QTY
26 Washer, Flat 8mm, Zinc 14
27 Washer, Lock 8mm, Zinc 14
28 Nut, Hex M8, Zinc 15
29 Seed Disc, Upper (2 holes) 1
30 Distribution Disc, Lower (3 holes) 1
31 Bolt, Hex Head M8x16, Zinc 8
32 Vane, Fan 4
33 Roll Pin ø8*40 1
34 Roll Pin ø6*40 1
35 Pin, Adjustment 1
36 Spreading Disc (Spinner) 1
37 Guard 1
38 Block, Fixing 1
39 Indicator 1
40 Screw Wing M6x16 1
41 Bolt, Hex Head M10x30, Zinc 4
42 Gearbox, 3 hole (Complete) 1
43 Bolt, Hex Head M10x110, Zinc 3
44 PTO Assembly (Complete) 1
45 Washer, Flat 32mm, Zinc 1
46 Snap Ring ø38 1
47 Lock Nut M10 1
48 Washer, Special 4
49 Washer, Nylon 10mm 1
50 Brace, Right 1

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