PEQUEA GT-100 User manual

Top Dresser
Model GT-100
Operator’s Manual
THIS MANUAL MUST BE READ AND UNDERSTOOD BEFORE ANYONE OPERATES THISMACHINE!
Manual# 990036
Revised 01/2010

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TO ACTIVATE YOUR WARRANTY AND TO QUALIFY FOR
PARTS AND SERVICE!!
To the Owner;
Thank-You for choosing a quality topdresser from Pequea Machine, Inc. We
strive to give you the best equipment and the best level of service of any
company. With a little care and maintenance this machine will do your work
for you for many years. In this manual, we make an effort to get you better
acquainted with the topdresser so you can achieve maximum performance.
We design and build all of our equipment with the end user in mind so we
welcome any suggestions or ideas for improvement.
Please take a few minutes to fill out the area below. This information will be
valuable to you when ordering parts or requesting service from your dealer.
Dealer Name:
Dealer Phone Number:
Service Manager/Technician:
Model# and Description:
Serial Number:
Date of Purchase:

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction ........................................................................... 2
Serial Number.....................................................................2
Specifications......................................................................2
Safety ..................................................................................... 3
Hitching.................................................................................. 4
Loading .................................................................................. 5
Transporting .............................................................................5
Adjustments........................................................................... 6
Metering Gate Adjustment..................................................6
Web and Spinner Speeds..................................................6
Spinner Angle .....................................................................6
Operation ............................................................................... 7
Engine.................................................................................7
Control Box.........................................................................7
Lubrication............................................................................. 9
Grease Fittings....................................................................9
Wheel Bearings...................................................................9
Maintenance..........................................................................10
General Maintenance........................................................10
Wheel/Tire Maintenance...................................................10
Hydraulic System Maintenance.........................................10
Floor Belt Maintenance .................................................... 11
Troubleshooting...................................................................12
Warranty..................................................................................13
Notes.....................................................................................14

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INTRODUCTION
Contained in this manual is information pertaining to the operation, adjustment and maintenance
of the Pequea GT-100. Proper care and operation will assure you many years of reliable, accurate
performance. Be sure to have all operators read this manual carefully before operation.
The Pequea dealer from whom you purchased this topdresser will instruct you in its general opera-
tion. Your dealer’s staff of technicians will be glad to answer any questions that may arise regard-
ing the operation of your topdresser.
A complete line of Pequea replacement parts is available through your dealer. These parts have
been inspected at Pequea and are manufactured by the same high quality standards as yourtop-
dresser, to insure an accurate fit.
Because Pequea continually strives to improve our products, we reserve the right to make chang-
es and improvements wherever it is practical, without obligation to make those same changes or
improvements to the equipment sold previously
Serial Number
The serial number of the topdresser is located at
the left front corner of the topdresser. Always refer
to this number when ordering parts or requesting
service from your dealer. A space has been pro-
vided inside the front cover of this manual to record
the serial number for quick reference.
Specifications
Features
GT-100
GT-50
Engine
13HP Honda
9 HP Honda
Standard Controls
Electric Start, Spinner & Conveyor on/off
Recoil Start, Spinner & Conveyor on/off
Loading Height
53”
48”
Capacity
24 cubic ft.
14 cubic ft.
Hopper Size
76” x 50” Top - 20” x 50” Bottom
36” x 60” Top - 36” x 20” Bottom
Metering Gate
Positive Locking
Friction Locking
Spread Width
15’-30’
12’-24’
Conveyer Belt
20” Wide - Smooth (optional crescent)
20” Wide - Smooth (optional crescent)
Belt Carrier
7 Self-Tracking, Slotted Rollers
Tongue & Groove Poly Floor
External Belt Scraper
Yes
Yes
Internal Belt Scraper
Yes
Yes
Empty Weight
990 lbs.
700 lbs.
Tire Size
26.5 x 14-12 Turf Tires
24 x 13-12
Hitch
Swivel Pin Hitch
Pin Hitch
Warranty
1 Year
1 Year
*Specifications are listed for towable units and may differ from UVM (Utility Vehicle Mounted) models

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SAFETY
Do not clean, lubricate, or make any adjustments to the topdresser while it is in
motion.
Do not start the topdresser until everyone is clear of the machine and its spreading
radius.
Ensure that all tools and foreign objects have been removed from the machine
before starting.
Keep hands, feet, clothing, or jewelry away from all moving parts.
Do not attempt to pull material from any part of the topdresser while it is in opera-
tion.
Replace all shields after lubrication or repairs.
Never allow riders on the topdresser.
Park on level ground and block the wheels to prevent topdresser from rolling.
Pequea Machine, Inc. assumes no liability for injuries sustained because of failure to read
this manual or from carelessness by the operator. Always refer to this manual for guid-
ance or contact your dealer.

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HITCHING
Check tires to make sure they are inflated to the correct pressure. Recommended
pressure is written on the sidewall of the tire.
Torque the wheel bolts to 120 ft. lbs. and recheck periodically thereafter.
Perform a visual check of all hardware. Vibrations from normal use can cause
bolts to loosen, especially on new machinery. (See exception below in Figure 1.
This nut should never be tightened. This is a floating belt scraper/cleaner to keep
the inside of the belt clean)
Equip the topdresser with an SMV (Slow Moving Vehicle) emblem if it will be trans-
ported on public roads.
Align the hole in the tractor/tow vehicle draw bar with the hole in the topdresser tongue.
Insert an approved hitch pin and lock in place with a safety clip. (Figure 2)
Connect the hydraulic hoses to the vehicle hydraulic ports, if required.
Remove the weight from the jack and swing it up in a horizontal position and lock it to pro-
vide maximum ground clearance.
Figure 1 Figure 2

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LOADING
Always load the topdresser on a level surface and only when hitched to the tow vehicle. Be sure
to engage the parking brake of the tow vehicle. UVM Models; Be sure to have the parking brake
set when loading.
Always load the front first and finish at the rear.
Never exceed the maximum weight load as shown on each tire. To calculate your maximum
weight limit, multiply the tire rating times the number of tires and subtract the empty weight of the
topdresser.
Avoid keeping the topdresser loaded for long periods of time. Some materials are acidic, and
although the sides are galvanized, some parts of the spreader may begin to rust and deteriorate.
When storing the loaded topdresser outside, be sure to keep the load covered.
Some materials, when saturated with rain will become very heavy and exceed the
maximum load rating of the topdresser.
Do not allow the topdresser to be stored outside in freezing conditions. If the
material becomes wet it will freeze and expand and could cause damage to the
topdresser sides.
TRANSPORTING
The GT Series Topdressers are designed to travel safely at highway speeds only when empty.
Attempting to travel at highway speeds while loaded may cause damage to the tires, wheel
bearings, and may impair your ability to drive safely. See imprint on the sidewall of the tire for
maximum speed rating and do not exceed this speed.
Slow down when turning to avoid instability and loss of control.
Do not travel on the road at night. Your topdresser is not equipped with lights.
Follow all local regulations for moving equipment on public roads.

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ADJUSTMENTS
Metering Gate Adjustment
The rear metering gate is on a manually operated slide.
Pull back the spring loaded locking pin and turn the me-
tering disc until the gate is at the desired location. Turn
the handle clockwise to raise the gate and counter-clock-
wise to lower it.
Figure 3
Web and Spinner Speeds
The web and spinner speed is controlled by the adjust-
ment knobs on the left side of the topdresser. The knob
on the left controls the spinners and the one on the right
controls the floor speed. The speed increases when the
knob is turned counter-clockwise and decreases when it
is turned clockwise.
Figure 4
Spinner Angle
The angle of the spinners can be adjusted to allow for
greater control in depth, width and penetration of spread
material. Loosen the locking handle and manually move
the spinner frame to the desired angle then retighten the
locking handle.
Figure 5
Locking Handle

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OPERATION
Be sure to have all hydraulic controls turned to “off” before attempting to start
the engine.
Engine
Ensure that the gas valve is open and throttle is set at a strong idle and start engine. Choke only if
necessary. If the electric start does not work, for any reason, the manual pull start rope is available
as a backup.
Throttle
Choke
Gas Valve
Pull Start
Control Box
Figure 6 On/Off Switch
Electric Start
The control box (Figure 7) is attached to a long cable and allows the operator to control the spinners
and the Floor Belt from the seat of the tow vehicle. The control box cable plugs into the receptacle on
the front of the engine stand (Figure 8). NOTE: UVM models use a single switch control box.
Figure 7 Figure 8

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OPERATION
NOTE:Anumberoffactors will determine how the material is spread. While this manual will attempt to
provide basic starting adjustments, the most effective operation will be determined from experience.
•Rear Gate Opening -
•Spinner Speed -
•Floor Belt Speed -
•Ground Speed -
•On Board Hydraulics -
For most materials begin with the gate open approximately 1-1/2” ad-
just to greater or lesser opening to increase or decrease material flow.
The gate opening adjusts from closed to 8”
Normal speed of dual spinners creates up to a 35’ spread pattern of
most material. Reducing the spinner speed causes the spread pattern
to be narrower, but with greater depth.
Faster belt speeds increase the volume of material to the spinners,
thereby increasing distribution. Belt speed varies from 0 to 120 feet
per minute.
Optimum ground speed for topdressing is approximately 6 MPH.This
speed will vary according to application rate, type of material being
spread, and weather conditions. Dampness affects the rate at which
some materials spread. Vary speed accordingly from 2 to 8 MPH
Maintain engine speed at highest rpm. Engine throttle is preset at fac-
tory to maintain proper hydraulic pump pressure.