Fisher Hopper User manual

FORM NO.80324
November I. 1996
Read this document before operating the spreader .
This manual is for Fisher Regular and High Capacity Hopper Spreaders with serial numbers (2600 - ).

PREFACE
substitute itemsasthey could affect the
perfonnance andwarranty of this product.
Before using your FISHER spreader,make sure
your vehicle is equipped with all vehicle
manufacturer's and Fisher's recommended
options for spreading.Readthis manual and all
spreaderlabelsbefore using the spreader.
Welcome to the growing family of FISHER@
spreaderowners.
This manualprovides safety, operation,
maintenance,repair parts, and accessories
information for your new FISHER spreader.To
keepyour spreaderoperating safely and
efficiently, insist that all operatorsand
maintenancepersonnelreadand understandthis
manual.
When serviceis necessary, your local Fisher
dealer/distributor knows your spreaderbestandis
interestedin your complete satisfaction. Contact
your dealeror distributor if you require assistance,
Always obtain original Fisher service partsfrom
your Fisherdealer/distributor. Never acceptany
Before using your spreader,read this manual
carefully andfollow its recommendations.
Fisher Engineering reservesthe right under its product improvement procedures to changeconstruction or design details and
furnish equipment when so altered without referenceto illustrations or specifications usedherein. Fisher Engineering and the
vehicle manufacturer may require and/or recommend optional equipment for hopper spreaders.Do not exceedthe gross
vehicle weight rating or the grossaxle weight rating with aspreader.Fisher Engineering offers a one-year limited warranty
for all hopper spreaders.Seeseparatelyprinted pagesfor this important information. FISHER@ is a registered trademark of
Douglas Dynamics, L.L.C.
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T ABLE OF CONTENTS
PREFACE
TABLE OFCONTENTS
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2
4
4
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5
SAFETY Safety Definitions.Safety Precautions.Battery Safety.Spreader Labels.GENERAL INFORMA TION ...
TorqueChartMaterial WeightsDetennining Vehicle Payload .
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8
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Gear Case. 20
Gear Case Assembly. 2I
Housing Pre-assembly 21
Cover Pre-assembly 21
Output Shaft Pre-assembly 21
Input Shaft Pre-assembly 21
Assembly of Pre-assembled Parts. ..21
Gear Case Disassembly. 22
Feed Gate -Regular Capacity. 22
Feed Gate -High Capacity. 23
Labels -Regular and High Capacity ...23
CabControl 24
Clamp Loops. 24
Vehicle Harness. 25
Spreader Harness. 25
PlugCover 25
Hook. 25
Electric Throttle. 26
Removal Instructions. 26
Installation Instructions. 26
OPERATION.Cab Control Identification
Engine Operation. ...
Starting the Engine .
Stopping the Engine .
Clutch Operation. ...
Baffle Adjustment. ...
...10
...10
...10
...10
...11
...11
MAINTENANCE.General.GreaseChains.Electric Clutch.Engine Service and Repair. ..
ABBREVIATION KEY. 11
12
12
13
14
ACCESSORIES. 27
Center High-Mounted Stoplight
(CHMSL)Kit 27
Installation Instructions. ...27
Inverted Vee Assembly -
Regular Capacity Mild Steel. 28
Installation Instructions. 28
Inverted Vee Assembly -
Regular Capacity Stainless Steel. 29
Installation Instructions. ...29
Inverted Vee Assembly -
HighCapacity 30
Installation Instructions. 30
.16
PARTS DIAGRAMS AND LISTS. .
Chute Assembly -Regular Capacity
Chute Assembly -High Capacity .
Conveyor Drive and Idler -
Regular CapacityConveyor Drive and Idler -
High Capacity.Engine Drive with Clutch -
Regular and High Capacity. ... .18
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SAFETY
Safety Definitions
CAUTION: Indicates a situation that, if not
avoided, could result in damage to product
or property.
.Stop the spreader before leaving the
vehicle to unclog, adjust, oil, or clean the
spreader
.Before servicing the spreader, wait for all
movement to stop.
.Keep hands, feet, and clothing away from
power-driven parts and the conveyor chain.
.Do not climb on or allow others to climb
on the spreader at any time while operating.
.While operating the spreader, use auxiliary
warning lights except when prohibited by
law.
N OTE: Identifies tips, helpful hints, and
maintenanceinformation the readershould
know.
Safety Precautions
Observethefollowing safetyproceduresbefore
andduring theuseof the spreader.By following
theserules andapplying common sense,possible
injury andpotential damageto the product may
be avoided.
I CAUTION: I
.Do not operatea spreaderin needof
maintenance.
.Before operating the spreader,reassemble
any partsor hardware that wereremoved.
.Before operating the spreader,remove
materials suchascleaning rags,brushes,
andhandtools from the spreader.
Battery Safety
.Before working with the spreader,secure
all loosefitting clothing andunrestrained
hair.
.Before starting the spreader,check that all
personnelandequipmentareclear of the
spreaderandthe sprayarea-
.Before operating the spreader,check that
all safetyguardsarein place.
.A void exposing battery to a spark or flame.
.Always charge battery in a well ventilated
area.
.A void contact with battery acid. It can
cause serious personal injury and damage
to the equipment.
.Always disconnect battery before
removing or replacing any electrical
components.
.Never lay anything on a battery .This
could result in electrical shock or bums, or
damage to the vehicle or equipment.
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SAFETY
Spreader Labels
The diagram below indicatesthe location of the
safety and identification labels.The numbersin
the diagram correspondto thenumberslisted
below.
3~
7
, 5
11 ,90FISHER@ Deca14-1/2 X 15
(PN 20724)
/~ 3
8
0 Serial Number Label (No p .N.)
0A
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GENERAL INFORMA TION
Torque Chart Regular Capacity
When tightening fasteners, refer to Table I,
Torque Chart, for the recommended fastener
torque values.
See Figure 1 to determine the correct amount of
spreading material for the regular capacity hopper
spreader.
Table 1: Torque Chart
Figure 1
High Capacity
See Figure 2 to detennine the correct amount of
spreading material for the high capacity hopper
spreader.
Material Weights
Refer to Table 2, Material Weights, for the
weight per cubic yard of common spreading
materials.
Table 2: Material Weights
WEIGHT (Ib. per
cubic yd.)
MATERIAL
Fine Salt -Dry 2.025
Coarse Sand -Wet 3,240
1,080
Cinders
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