PEQUEA SuperSpread PTO 135 User manual

SuperSpread
SuperSpread
Operator’s Manual
SYSTEM
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PTO • Tractor Hydraulics • On Board Hydraulics
PTO • Tractor Hydraulics • On Board Hydraulics

Contained in this manual is information that concerns the operation, adjustment and maintenance of Pequea
SuperSpreaders. Proper care and operation will assure you of a machine that will be as dependable as you
expect it to be. For many years of long service and performance, please have all operators read this manual care-
fully and keep it available for ready reference.
The Pequea dealer from whom you purchased this spreader will instruct you in its general operation. Your deal-
er’s staff of factory-trained service technicians will be glad to answer any questions that may arise regarding the
operation of your spreader.
A complete line of Pequea Machine replacement parts is carried by your dealer. These parts have been inspected
at Pequea and are manufactured with the same quality standards as has your spreader, in order to assure you of
an accurate fit.
The serial number of this spreader is located on the right front corner of the spreader. When you are writing or
calling for information or parts, always refer to this number.
CAUTION: THIS SYMBOL IS USED THROUGHOUT THIS BOOK WHENEVER
PERSONAL SAFETY IS INVOLVED. TAKE TIME TO READ AND FOLLOW THE
INSTRUCTIONS. BE CAREFUL!
CAUTION: PICTURES IN THIS MANUAL MAY SHOW PROTECTIVE SHIELDING
OPEN OR REMOVED TO BETTER ILLUSTRATE A SPECIFIC FEATURE OR AN
ADJUSTMENT. REMEMBER TO CLOSE OR REPLACE ALL SHIELDING BEFORE
OPERATING THE MACHINE.
Improvements and Changes
Because Pequea Machine continually strives to improve all of our products, we reserve the right to make changes
and improvements wherever it is practical, without obligation to make those same changes or improvements to
the equipment sold previously.
To The Owner

SPECIFICATIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
SAFETY DECALS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
CAUTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
BEFORE USE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
GENERAL INFORMATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-11
ADJUSTMENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-14
LUBRICATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15-16
MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17-19
TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20-21
MAINTENANCE RECORD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
INDEX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
DELIVERY REPORT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Contents
Specifications
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Models 135 195 255
Struck Capacity 1.37 bu. 2.06 bu. 2.75 bu.
Heaped Capacity 1.65 bu. 2.50 bu. 3.30 bu.
Inside Hopper Width 54" to 31"
Inside Hopper Length 48" 96" 120"
Hopper Depth 36"
Overall Length w/out Attachment 113" 137" 161"
Overall Width w/Rib Tires 65"
Overall Width w/Turf Tires 72"
Loading Height w/Rib Tires 65"
Loading Height w/Turf Tires 66"
Box Construction 11 Gauge Galvanized steel with Galvanized bolts
Chassis 7 Gauge Heavy Duty Welded Construction
Hub HD. 6 hole HD. 8 hole
Wheel/Tire Size 33/1550 x 16.5 10 ply 33/16LL x 16.1 10 ply
Jack 2k side-wind
Required Tractor Hp. 20-30 Hp. 25-35 Hp. 30-45 Hp.
Weight with Tractor Hyd.
(no attachments) 1250 lbs. 1420 lbs. 1590 lbs.
Spinner Attachment Weight 125 lbs.
Conveyor Attachment Weight 185 lbs.
Brush Attachment Weight 50 lbs.
Beater Attachment Weight 75 lbs.

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Safety Decals

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1. Do not clean, lubricate or make any adjustments on the spreader while it is in
motion.
2. Do not start the spreader until you know everyone is clear of the machine and
have made sure no tools are lying on the machine.
3. Do not work around the unit in loose clothing that might catch in any of the
moving parts.
4. Do not attempt to pull material from any part of the spreader while it is in
operation.
5. Do not get off the tractor while tractor PTO is engaged.
6. Replace all shields after lubrication or repairs.
7. Do not allow anyone to ride on spreader.
8. Park on level ground or block wheels to prevent spreader from rolling.
9. Always follow manufacturer's instructions for maintenance, repair, or
adjustments.
10. Pequea machine Inc., assumes no liability for injuries sustained because of
failure to read this manual or from carelessness. Always refer to this manual
for guidance or contact your local dealer.
11. Read and pay special attention to hydraulic line safety. See page 7 in this
manual.
Caution
MOST EQUIPMENT ACCIDENTS CAN BE AVOIDED BY THE OBSERVANCE OF A
FEW SIMPLE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS.
NEVER ATTEMPT TO STOP A LEAK BY COVERING IT WITH YOUR HAND, SEVERE
INJURY WILL OCCUR.

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1. Check for proper assembly and adjustment and make sure all bolts are tightened securely. RETIGHTEN
THE BOLTS AFTER A FEW HOURS OF OPERATION.
2. Torque the wheel bolts to 120 ft. lbs. Recheck the bolts after every other load until the torque
does not decrease and every 300 loads thereafter.
3. Check the tires and inflate them to the recommended pressure shown on the side wall of each tire.
4. Adjust the tractor hitch and attach the spreader to the tractor as detailed in the following sections.
5. Connect the hydraulic hoses to the tractor hydraulic ports if required.
6. Lubricate the machine completely and check the oil level of the hydraulic reservoir.
(See the hydraulic section on page 7).
7. Equip the spreader with an SMV (Slow Moving Vehicle) emblem (available from your dealer) if it will be
transported on public roadways.
8. Do not operate the spreader until the safety precautions in this manual and on decals on the spreader
have been read and understood by the operator.
Before Using The New Machine

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On Pequea Machine, Inc. equipment, left and right are determined by standing behind the unit, looking in the
direction of travel.
Important: New belts will stretch most during initial use. Inspect belt for slippage on each use until you are
satisfied the drive system belt has attained its maximum stretch during the break in period. Refer to belt
adjustment page 19.
TRACTOR SIZE
CAUTION: NEVER USE A TRACTOR THAT IS TOO SMALL. WHILE A SMALL TRACTOR MAY
BE ABLE TO PULL THE UNIT IT MAY NOT PROVIDE ADEQUATE TRACTION AND BRAKING TO
CONTROL THE WEIGHT OF THE LOADED SPREADER ON HILLS AND FOR STEERING.
A good rule is to use a tractor that is heavier than the spreader and load combined.
TRACTOR HITCH
The hitch of the spreader is designed for a standardized tractor hitch. Adjust the tractor drawbar so it is 13"-17"
above the ground.
General Information
13" to 17"
6" to 10"
11" to 16"

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Operation
1. Fasten the spreader hitch to the drawbar with a 1" diameter hitch pin that cannot bounce out, Figure 8-1.
Attach hitch safety chains to tractor.
CAUTION: DAMAGE TO THE SPREADER OR OTHER VEHICLE, AS WELL AS INJURY TO THE
OPERATOR, MAY OCCUR IF A CORRECT PIN IN NOT USED.
2. Remove the weight from the jack. Swing the jack into a horizontal position and lock it to provide maximum
ground clearance.
PTO Models
Pull back on the collar and slide the PTO onto the tractor shaft until the balls engage in the groove in the
tractor shaft. Release the collar, Figure 8-2. Check to make sure that the PTO is locked on the shaft. To
remove the PTO, pull back on the collar to unlock the balls and slide the PTO off the tractor shaft.
Attach PTO shield safety chains to spreader and tractor.
NOTE: The balls and yoke hub where the collar slides must be free of paint
and/or rust and must be kept lubricated with oil for proper operation.
Tractor Hydraulic Models
Figure 8-1 Figure 8-2
PTO Output Spline
Attaching to the Tractor

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Operation Cont.
Attach the hydraulic hoses to the tractor hydraulic outlets. Keep the hydraulics clean. Always clean the
hydraulic hose fittings before connecting them to the tractor hydraulic couplings.
CAUTION: BEFORE DISCONNECTING LINES OR FITTINGS, BE SURE TO RELIEVE ALL PRESSURE.
BEFORE APPLYING PRESSURE TO THE SYSTEM, BE SURE ALL CONNECTIONS ARE TIGHT AND
THAT ALL LINES, PIPES, AND HOSES ARE NOT DAMAGED.
WARNING: FLUID UNDER PRESSURE CAN HAVE SUFFICIENT FORCE TO PENETRATE THE SKIN,
CAUSING SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY. ALWAYS PROTECT THE SKIN AND EYES FROM ESCAPING FLUID
UNDER PRESSURE.
IF INJURED BY ESCAPING FLUID, OBTAIN MEDICAL ASSISTANCE AT ONCE. SERIOUS INFECTION OR
REACTION CAN DEVELOP IF MEDICAL TREATMENT IS NOT ADMINISTERED IMMEDIATELY.
Unhitching
Before unhooking the spreader, make sure the PTO, safety chains, and hydraulic hoses are disconnected.
CAUTION: PARK ON LEVEL GROUND AND BLOCK THE WHEELS TO PREVENT THE SPREADER
FROM ROLLING.
Always load with the spreader on a flat surface and hitched to the towing vehicle. Best results are attained by
distributing the load from the front to the back.
Never exceed the maximum weight as determined by combining the weight shown on each tire, (i.e. maximum
shown on tire times number of tires on spreader, minus weight of spreader equals weight of payload).
NOTE: Spreader should not be stored outdoors, loaded, without a tarp covering the load. Depending on the
material to be spread, the additional weight caused by rain might exceed maximum GVW of spreader.
Allowing a loaded spreader to be stored outdoors in freezing
weather might cause severe damage to the equipment.
Loading
Attaching Cont.

SuperSpread™ is designed to travel safely at highway speeds, unloaded (empty). Attempting to transport
spreaders that are loaded at highway speeds may cause damage to tires, bearings and may impair safe driving.
See imprint on the sidewall for allowable highway speed. Never transport equipment on public roads without
having safety chains installed and connected correctly to the towing vehicle.
Chain should be of sufficient length to permit full turning radius and crossed when hitched to towing vehicle. See
illustration below.
Check connection frequently on long trips.
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NOTE: Transporting the machine with the rear section of the PTO assembly
dangling from the jack shaft may damage this part. The shield will be dented as a result
of bouncing against the hitch, by the drawbar or bumper when left dangling, and dirt and
grit from the road will accumulate on the critical internal sliding surfaces. Remove the
complete PTO assembly when towing the spreader with a truck.
Safety Chain
PTO Output Spline
Transporting
Operation Cont.