Hi-Spec SS 800 User manual

Manufacturers of Agricultural Machinery since 1988
Hi-Spec Side Spreader
User Manual
Models: SS 800, SS 1000
(Valid from serial number 3349- May 2018 )

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Introduction
Product Information
Designated Use of Machine
Rear View
Side View
Dimensions
Tyres
Safety information
Follow all safety instructions
Protective clothing
Stay clear of rotating elements
Operating the machine
General safety warnings
Getting Started
Tractor requirements
Connecting to tractor
Fitting PTO shaft
Emergency break away handle
Disengaging the Emergency breakaway handbrake
Before travelling on any public roadway
Road transportation
Operating Instructions
Loading Instructions

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Maintenance
First 5 working hours
Every week
Every year
Correct Maintenance and Inspection Procedures
Greasing Points
Daily Maintenance
Weekly Maintenance
Wheel removal/refitting
Trouble shooting
Sales and Service
Warranty
Conditions of Sale
Registration Forms
Declaration of conformity

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Introduction
Congratulations on Purchasing a Hi-Spec Side Spreader.
Please Read the Following Manual before Using Machine
The way you care for and maintain this machine will decide its future performance. This manual has
been carefully written to help you maintain the condition of your machine. Read this manual
carefully to learn how to operate and service your machine correctly. Failure to do so could result in
personal injury or machine damage.
Hi-Spec Side Spreaders have been designed and manufactured in compliance with the following
directives and standards;
Machinery Directive 2006/42/EEC
Harmonised standards;
EN ISO 12100-1:2003, Safety of machinery Part 1: Basic terminology, methodology
EN ISO 12100-2:2003, Safety of machinery Part 2: Technical principles
EN ISO 4254-1:2005, Agricultural machinery -- Safety -- Part 1: General requirements
EN ISO 14121-1:2007, Safety of Machinery –Principle of Risk Assessment
This manual should be kept within the vicinity of the machine at all times and should be considered a
permanent part of your machine. It should remain with the machine should you decide to sell it.
Warranty is provided as a part of Hi-Spec Engineering’s support program for customers who operate
and maintain this machine and equipment as described in this manual. This warranty provides you
the assurance that Hi-Spec Engineering will back its machines should defects appear within the
warranty period. If the machine is abused, or modified to change its performance beyond the
original factory specifications, the warranty will become void and improvements may be denied.
All information, illustrations and specifications in this manual are based on the latest product
information available at the time of publication.
It is the policy of Hi-Spec Engineering to improve its products and designs whenever it is practical
and possible to do so. We reserve the right to make changes or improvements at any time without
incurring any obligation to make such changes on products sold previously
Thank You for Choosing Hi-Spec Engineering

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Product Information
It is of the utmost importance for the safety of the operator and for others, that the operator pays
attention to all warnings and instructions given in this manual. In particular all safety devices, decals,
guards and controls must be in place and in fully functioning condition. Never try to clear any
malfunction when the tractor is switched on or while the machine is running. Keep the area around
the machine free of all persons and animals at all times, while the machine is in operation. This
manual must be read and fully understood by anyone who will operate the machine.
Designated Use of Machine
The Hi-Spec Side Spreader is exclusively designed for use of transporting and spreading agricultural
manure.
Hi-Spec Engineering will not be held responsible for any loss or damage resulting from machine
applications other than those specified above. Any other use the machine may be put to is entirely
at the owners/operators risk. The Designated use of a Hi-Spec Side Spreader includes that the
operating, maintenance and repair instructions given by the manufacturer will be strictly fulfilled.
Designated use means operating the Side Spreader is exclusively for persons familiar with the
machine and fully aware of the associated risks involved in operating it.
By any alteration of safety equipment, the Declaration of Conformity, as well as the CE sign on
machine loses it validity

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Rear View Side View
Dimensions

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Tyres
Pressure limits can be found on the tyre manufactures website.

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Safety information
Follow all safety precautions and practice safe operation of machinery, at all times.
Warning, caution, information & environmental messages:
When reading this manual, pay particular attention when you see the symbols below i.e.
Warning, Caution, Information & Environmental.
They will be used at various points in this manual and may also appear on safety decals on the
machine. The purpose of these messages is to ensure that the most important information stands
out from the rest of the text.
WARNING: This symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation, that if not avoided
could result in machinery damage, personal injury or even death.
CAUTION: This symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation, that if not avoided
could result in machinery damage or personal injury.
INFORMATION: This symbol is used to identify special instructions or procedures which,
if not followed strictly, could result in machinery damage.
ENVIRONMENTAL: This symbol reminds you to respect the environment in relation to
the correct disposal of waste material

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Follow all safety instructions
Using this manual, read all safety instructions and messages, and be aware
of the meanings of all safety decals. If safety decals are damaged or missing
due to wear and tear or component replacement, ensure that they are
replaced.
Protective clothing
Always wear clothing and safety equipment that is fit for the job at
hand, never wear loose clothing. In the event of loud noises, wear
suitable protective hearing devices. Use of mobile phones or radio/
music headphones are not recommended while operating machinery as
these impair the operator’s attention.
Stay clear of rotating elements
Serious injury or death can result from entanglement of clothing or body
parts with PTO shafts, drivelines and other rotating and moving
components. Keep all guards in place at all times, only wear close fitting
clothing and ensure that tractor engine has stopped, key removed and that
PTO has stopped turning before carrying out any adjustments, connections
or cleaning of PTO driven equipment.

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Operating the machine
In order to avoid serious injury or even death by being pulled into the
machine:
When getting out of the tractor always disengage the PTO, apply the
handbrake, shut the tractor engine off and remove the key from the
ignition. Stand well clear of the spreader and tractor when the machine
is operating
General safety warnings
Read and understand this operator manual before using the
machine.
If any of the instructions appear unclear do not hesitate to
contact your Hi-spec dealer. Only competent persons who have
read and fully understood this manual are qualified to operate
this machine. The owner of this machine is obliged, by law, to ensure that every operator
understands all of the functions, controls, working processes and safety warnings, before
operating the machine.

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Getting Started
Tractor requirements:
Horsepower:
The minimum recommended size of tractor for
operating the 800 model comfortably on flat ground
would be 75 horse power.
The minimum recommended size of tractor for
operating the 1000 model comfortably on flat ground
would be 90 horse power.
On hilly ground or difficult conditions, an additional 10
to 15 hp is advisable.
Hydraulics:
A lift pump with an output of at least 55-70 l/min.
One single acting spool valve

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Connecting to tractor
The drawbar is to be attached so that the spreader is horizontal to the ground.
Machines are set up for hitching to the tractor drawbar as shown below. Once
the tractor is attached to the drawbar, attach the PTO shaft. Depending on the
country of use a safety chain may also be required. Detach in reverse order of
attachment.
Step by step:
1. Connect brake connection to the tractor.
2. Connect tail light plug to the tractor.
3. Adjust the spreader drawbar to ensure that the spreader is level or high
to the front when attached to the tractor. Adjustment options are
shown in Fig. 1
4. Connect PTO shaft to tractor making sure that shaft guard chains are an-
chored. Please ensure the PTO is the correct length (As detailed in ‘Fit-
ting PTO shaft’)
Fig. 1

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Fitting PTO shaft
All PTO shaft grease points are to be serviced at 60 hour intervals.
Turn the tractor to full lock to either the left or right to get the shortest
point of the PTO shaft.
Slide the PTO apart and attach one half to the tractor and the other half
to the machine.
Lift the two parts of the PTO shaft up so that they are level with each
other.
Mark 150 mm (6″) back from each other as shown in the diagram below.
Cut off the excess profile.

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Emergency break away handle
The emergency breakaway handbrake should be connected to the tractor every time the Side
Spreader is been used. It should be done using the wire rope provided. The wire rope should be at-
tached to a solid part of the tractor like the top link pin and not to a panel on the tractor.
The wire rope should be tight enough so it will work effectively if the Side Spreader becoming de-
tached from the tractor but loose enough that the handbrake is not been applied during normal op-
eration. Should the hitch ever become detached from the tractor, this rope will apply the brakes on
the spreader.
Handbrake in the off position: Handbrake in the on position:
Disengaging the Emergency breakaway handbrake
It is disengaged by following the steps below:
Make sure the clip in front of the ratchet is facing forward or turned away from the
gearbox on the feeder.
If the clip is turned towards the gearbox the ratchet mechanism will not release.
Push the handle towards the feeder so the ratchet becomes tight against the teeth
that hold it in place.
Pull the handle away from the feeder so the ratchet will disconnect itself from the
teeth.
Push the handle back to it original off position.
WARNING: It is important to check that the handbrake be fully released when the spreader
is in use. If the brake is left half applied it will cause damage to the brakes on the spreader.

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Before travelling on any public roadway
The following should be inspected every time, before travelling on a public
road:
Ensure that the tyres are set to the correct pressure as per safety decals and
according to the specifications, as outlined in Section “Tyre specifications” on page
7.
The machine must be safely cleared of all loose forage. To carry this out, firstly turn
off the tractor and fully isolate the machine by disconnecting all of the connections
to the tractor unit.
The PTO shaft must be fixed safely to the tractor PTO stub shaft.
The lighting system of the machine must be connected to the tractor and must be in
a fully functioning condition.
The hydraulic supply must be turned off and protected from accidental activation by
disconnecting the hydraulic feed line. Support all loose lines in a safe manner.
Attention must be paid to the maximum travel speed-limit (40 km/hr) printed on the
chassis plate, on the left hand side of the machine. Other speed limits that may be
printed, on the drawbar plate or axle plate, for example are not relevant
WARNING: Complete a full inspection before travelling on the road
Ensure that a full inspection is completed every time before attempting to go on to a
public roadway, always think and practice safety!
The brake system of the machine must be connected to the tractor.
Ensure that all the national road traffic regulations relating to the country are
fulfilled i.e. the use of safety chains may be mandatory in certain countries.

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Road transportation
Clear the machine of loose materials.
Before bringing your machine onto a public road, it is important to check thoroughly
that the machine is following all of the appropriate guidelines.
Hi-Spec Engineering strongly recommends extreme care to be taken by the operator
when travelling on rough roads with a loaded Machine.
The operator must ensure that any other regulations regarding road use are adhered
to
Extreme care must be taken when negotiating acute bends with high speed tractors

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Operating Instructions
1. Disengage the PTO before greasing or making and adjustments
2. Disengage PTO before turning
3. Engage PTO slowly to wrap chains around rotor when starting to spread
4. Rate of spread is controlled by the PTO speed and forward ground movement
5. In liquid manure, it may be necessary to tie up alternate sets of chains
6. When working with low HP tractors, the loose flail plates may be removed

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Loading Instructions
1. Make sure the spreader is parked on level ground and that the handbrake is applied
2. For liquid manure, fill to the lip of the spreader
3. For solids, do not overload the spreader, if the spreader is overloaded the rotor will turn but
may not be able to spread the material

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Maintenance
To maintain the spreader in a good working order it is necessary to carry out preventative
maintenance regularly. The following intervals should be adhered to, in order to ensure a long and
efficient life for the machine and maximum safety of personnel. They assume constant working
during the spreading season. The following section gives details of how this may be carried out and
how often it will be required.
First 5 working hours
Check all nuts and bolts for tightness and tighten, if necessary
Check and correct, if necessary, the air pressure in the tyres
Inspect all other chains.
Every week
Grease PTO shaft every 60 working hours (see Section “PTO Shaft adjustment & maintenance”)
Check for correct air pressure in the tyres
Grease bearings
Every year
At the end of the spreading season the machine should be washed and cleaned.
Any damaged paintwork should be touched up.
Any maintenance or repairs should be carried out at this stage.

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Correct Maintenance and Inspection
Procedures
Learn how to service your machine correctly.
Follow the correct maintenance and inspection procedures shown in this manual.
Inspect the machine daily before starting.
Walk around the machine checking general appearance.
Check for loose or missing parts.
Always disengage the PTO and stop the tractor engine before greasing and making
any adjustments.
Never operate the machine without safety guards in position.
During operation, some parts of the hydraulic system can become hot; allow the
machine to cool down before beginning inspection or maintenance procedures.
Damage, including damage caused by insufficient greasing, is not covered by the
warranty.
Installing, doing periodical maintenance and performing repairs may only be done
by technically skilled person unless otherwise indicated.
When repairing, maintaining and cleaning always shut down the motor, remove
ignition key and carefully observe the instructions in the manual.
Always use the correct tools and wear gloves when performing any maintenance.
If working on a hoisted machine always ensure decent support.
If there is a problem with the machine contact your local Hi-Spec Dealer or Hi-
Spec Engineering Ltd directly.
Greasing Points