Tarter MS10 User manual

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COMPACT MANURE SPREADER:
OPERATION AND ASSEMBLY MANUAL
(PART NUMBER: MS10)

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TO THE OWNER:
Read this manual before operating your equipment. Keep this manual handy for ready reference. Require all operators to
read this manual carefully and become acquainted with all adjustments and operating procedures before attempting to
operate the equipment. Replacement manuals can be obtained from your selling dealer.
The equipment you have purchased has been carefully engineered and manufactured to provide dependable and satisfactory
use. Like all mechanical products, it will require cleaning and upkeep. Lubricate the unit as specified. Please observe all safety
information in this manual and safety decals on the equipment.
Use only genuine service parts. Substitute parts will void the warranty and may not meet the required standards for safe and
satisfactory operation.
Throughout this manual, the term IMPORTANT is used to indicate that failure to observe procedures can cause damage to
equipment. The terms CAUTION, WARNING and DANGER are used in conjunction with the Safety-Alert Symbol, (a triangle
with an exclamation mark), to indicate the degree of hazard for items of personal safety.
INTRODUCTION
This Safety-Alert Symbol indicates a hazard and means ATTENTION!
BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.
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.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, may
result in minor or moderate injury.
Indicates that failure to observe can cause damage to equipment.
Indicates helpful information.
IMPORTANT
NOTE
CAUTION
WARNING
DANGER

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INTRODUCTION
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction ...........................................................................................................................2-3
Safety.....................................................................................................................................4-7
Description................................................................................................................................8
Attaching ..................................................................................................................................9
Detaching .................................................................................................................................9
Operation & Maintenance ......................................................................................................10
Storage ...................................................................................................................................10
Troubleshooting .....................................................................................................................10
Parts .......................................................................................................................................11
Warranty .................................................................................................................................12
General Information
The purpose of this manual is to assist you in operating and maintaining your manure spreader for years of service.
Read it carefully. The information and instructions in this manual have been compiled from extensive field experience and
engineering data. Some information may be general in nature due to unknown and varying operating conditions. However,
through experience and these instructions, you should be able to develop procedures suitable to your particular situation.
The illustrations and data used in this manual were current at the time of printing, but due to possible in-line production
changes, your machine may vary slightly in detail. We reserve the right to redesign and change the machines as may be
necessary without notification.

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SAFETY
TRAINING
Safety is a primary concern in the design and manufacturing
of our product. Unfortunately, our efforts to provide safe
equipment can be wiped out by a single careless act of an
operator or bystander.
In addition to the design and configuration of equipment,
hazard control and accident prevention are dependent upon
the awareness, concern, prudence and proper training of
personnel involved in the operation, transport, maintenance
and storage of this equipment.
It has been said, “ The best safety device is an informed,
careful operator.” We ask you to be that kind of operator.
It is the operator’s responsibility to read and understand
all safety and operating instructions in the manual and to
follow them. Accidents can be avoided.
Working with unfamiliar equipment can lead to careless
injuries. Read this manual, and the manual for your atv/
utv, before assembly or operating, to acquaint yourself with
the machines. If this machine is used by any person other
than you, or is loaned or rented, it is the Manure Spreader
owner’s responsibility to make certain that the owner’s
manual be available to the operator prior to operating and
the operator:
1.) Reads and understands the operator’s manuals.
2.) Is instructed in safe and proper use.
Know your controls and how to stop the atv, utv, engine, and
Manure Spreader quickly in an emergency. Read this manual
and the one provided with your loader.
Train all new personnel and review instructions frequently
with existing workers. Be certain only a properly trained
and physically able person will operate the machinery. A
person who has not read and understood all operating and
safety instructions is not qualified to operate the machine.
An untrained operator exposes himself and bystanders to
possible serious injury or death. If the elderly are assisting
with farm work, their physical limitations need to be
recognized and accommodated.
PREPARATION
Never operate the atv/utv and Manure Spreader until you
have read and completely understand this manual, the atv
or utv Operator’s Manual, and each of the safety messages
found on the safety signs on the utv/atv and Manure
Spreader.
Personal protection equipment including hard hat, safety
glasses, safety shoes, and gloves are recommended during
assembly, installation, operation, adjustment, maintenance,
repairing, removal, or moving the implement. Do not allow
long hair, loose fitting clothing, or jewelry to be around
equipment.
PROLONGED EXPOSURE TO LOUD NOISE MAY CAUSE
PERMANENT HEARING LOSS! Atvs and utvs with or without
attachments can often be noisy enough to cause permanent,
partial hearing loss. We recommend that you wear hearing
protection on a full time basis if the noise in the operator’s
position exceeds 80 db. Noise over 80 db on a long-term
basis can cause severe hearing loss. Noise over 90 db
adjacent to the operator over a long-term basis may cause
permanent, total hearing loss.
NOTE: Hearing loss from loud noise (from loader,
tractor, skid steer, chain saws, radios, and other such
sources close to the ear) is cumulative over a lifetime
without hope of natural recovery.
Operate only in daylight or good artificial light.
Ensure the Manure Spreader is properly mounted, adjusted
and in good operating condition.
Ensure that any and all safety shielding and safety signs are
properly installed and in good condition.
OPERATION
The use of this equipment is subject to certain hazards
that cannot be protected against by the 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 dealer, to explain it to you.
Most accidents occur because of neglect or carelessness.
Only properly trained people should operate this
attachment.
The majority of the accidents involve crushing injuries.
Do not allow bystanders between the atv/utv , Manure
Spreader, or implements when connecting or detaching.
Accidents are most likely to occur with machines that are
loaned or rented to someone who has not read the owner’s
manual and is not familiar with a Manure Spreader.
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SAFETY
Do not allow riders on or in the Manure Spreader at
anytime. There is no safe place for any riders.
Stay alert for uneven terrain, holes, rocks, and roots and
other hidden hazards. Keep away from drop-offs and
hazards that could cause roll over. Use extreme care and
maintain minimum ground speed when transporting
or operating on hillsides, over rough ground and when
operating close to ditches or fences. Be careful and slow
down when turning sharp corners and changing direction
on slopes. Do not start or stop suddenly on slopes. Avoid
operation on steep slopes. In extremely uneven terrain, rear
wheels weights, front tractor weight, and/or tire ballast
should be used to improve stability.
Always cut down slopes, never across the face. Always check
atv/utv manual for proper use on slopes.
TRANSPORTATION
Comply with state and local laws governing highway safety
and movement of farm machinery on public roads.
The use of flashing amber lights is acceptable in most
localities. However, some localities prohibit their use.
Local laws should be checked for all lighting and marking
requirements.
Always install transport locks, pins or brackets before
transporting.
Do not drink and drive.
Be a safe and courteous driver. Always yield to oncoming
traffic in all situations, including narrow bridges,
intersections, etc. Watch for traffic when operating near or
crossing roadways.
Turn curves or go up or down hills only at a low speed and
at a gradual steering angle. Slow down on rough or uneven
surface. Always check atv/utv manual for proper use on
slopes. Use extreme care and maintain minimum ground
and when operating close to ditches or fences. Be careful
when turning sharp corners. Never allow riders on or in the
Manure Spreader.
MAINTENANCE
Good maintenance is your responsibility. Poor maintenance
is an invitation to trouble. Follow good shop practices.
Keep service area clean and dry. Be sure electrical outlets
and tools are properly grounded. Use adequate light for
the job at hand. Make sure there is plenty of ventilation.
Never operate the engine of the towing vehicle in a closed
building. The exhaust fumes may cause asphyxiation.
Before working on this machine, shut off the engine, set the
brakes, and remove the ignition keys. Be certain all moving
parts on attachments have come to a complete stop before
attempting to perform maintenance. Never work under
equipment unless it is blocked securely.
Always use personal protection devices such as eye, hand
and hearing protectors, when performing any service or
maintenance. Frequently check the Manure Spreader. It
should be free of nicks, cracks, and securely fastened.
Periodically tighten all bolts, nuts, and screws to ensure unit
is in safe condition.
After servicing, be sure all tools, parts and service equipment
are removed from Manure Spreader.
Do not allow debris, grease or oil to build up on the Manure
Spreader.
When replacement parts are necessary for periodic
maintenance and servicing, genuine factory replacement
parts must be used to restore your equipment to original
specifications.
The manufacturer will not be responsible for injuries
or damages caused by use of unapproved parts and/or
accessories.
A first aid kit should be kept readily accessible while
performing maintenance on this equipment.
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SAFETY
STORAGE
Following operation, or when unhooking the Manure
Spreader, stop the atv or utv, set the brakes, shut off the
engine and remove the ignition keys.
Simply spray the Manure Spreader clean with a water hose
before storing to keep hopper and spreading drum from
clogging.
Store the unit upright to allow any water to drain.
Make sure all parked machines are on a hard, level surface
and engage all safety devices.
EQUIPMENT SAFETY GUIDELINES
Safety of the operator and bystanders is one of the main
concerns in designing and developing a Manure Spreader.
However, every year accidents occur which could have
been avoided by a few seconds of thought and a more
careful approach to handling equipment. You, the operator,
can avoid many accidents by observing the following
precautions and insist those working with you, or for you,
follow them.
Replace any safety sign that is not readable or missing.
Location of such safety signs are indicated in this manual.
Never use alcoholic beverages or drugs that can hinder
alertness or coordination while operating this equipment.
Consult your doctor about operating this machine while
taking prescription medications.
Under no circumstances should children under the age
of 18 be allowed to work with this equipment. Do not
allow persons to operate or assemble this unit until they
have read this manual and have developed a thorough
understanding of the safety precautions and how it works.
Review the safety instructions with all users annually.
This equipment is dangerous to children and persons
unfamiliar with its operation. The operator should be
a responsible, properly trained and physically able
person familiar with farm machinery and trained in this
equipment’s operations. If the elderly are assisting with farm
work, their physical limitations need to be recognized and
accommodated.
Never exceed the limits of a piece of machinery. If its ability
to do a job, or to do so safely, is in question – DON’T TRY IT.
Do not modify the equipment in any way. Unauthorized
modification could result in serious injury or death and may
impair the function and life of the equipment.
In addition to the design and the confirmation of this
implement, including safety signs and safety equipment,
hazard control and accident prevention are dependent upon
the awareness, concern, prudence, and proper training of
personnel involved in the operation, transport, maintenance,
and storage of the machine. Refer also to safety messages
and operation instruction in each of the appropriate sections
of the atv/utv and Manure Spreader manuals. Pay close
attention to the safety signs affixed to the atv/utv and the
Manure Spreader

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SAFETY AND INSTRUCTION DECALS
ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
Replace Decals Immediately if Damaged!
4GREASE WARNING
1
2MANUAL NOTICE 3PINCH POINT
6ENGAGE WHEEL
1CRUSH POINT
5GREASE CAUTION
2
4
6
5
(decal located inside hopper)
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Your Manure Spreader has been carefully designed for spreading manure. This manual is provided to give you the necessary
operation and maintenance instructions for keeping your manure spreader in excellent operating condition. Please read this
manual thoroughly. Understand the purpose of the controls and how to use them. Observe all safety precautions on the
machine and as noted throughout this manual.
Major components
Lever
DESCRIPTION
Spreading Drum
Hitch
Hopper

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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE
ATTACHING
1. First make sure you’re on a level surface. Back atv/utv
up to the tongue of the spreader. Align holes on the
hitch and tongue of spreader.
2. Once holes are aligned, drop in the hitch pin.
3. After the hitch pin has been successfully placed through
the hitch and tongue, then install cotter pin.
4. Flip lever to engage spreading drum.
Lever not engaged
Lever engaged
DETACHING
1. Unengage lever on wheels so the spreading drum
doesn’t turn.
2. Remove cotter pin, and then remove hitch pen. Manure
Spreader is detached from atv/utv and ready to be
cleaned.
NOTE: If you will be making a large number of turns
while spreading, engage only one wheel. Engage
the wheel opposite of the way you will be turning.
For example, if you’re turning right, engage the left
wheel. For straight line spreading or heavy loads,
engage both wheels. Optimal speed for best results is
between 10-16 mph.
OPERATION
1. To begin operating
the manure
spreader, fill
spreader with
manure.

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2. The spreader can be stored standing up against a wall.
3. It can also be stored by leaning it back on hopper.
TROUBLESHOOTING
If the Manure Spreader is not functioning properly check the
following.
1. Optimal speed is being met.
2. The levers on one or both wheels have been engaged.
3. There is no large debris lodged in the drum.
MAINTENANCE
1. Before every use, grease all four grease fittings.
Two fittings located underneath the spreader, and two on
each side of the agitator outside of the hopper.
2. After every use spray out hopper and spreading
drum. This will keep debris and manure from clogging
spreading drum and damaging the spreader
3. Check rubber guard after every use, replace as needed.
STORAGE
1. Before placing spreader in storage, make sure the
spreading drum and hopper have been cleaned of any
debris or manure.
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PARTS
1
2
Because we are always striving to improve our products, this diagram could differ slightly from actual equipment. Specifications are subject to change
without notice.
* For complete Safety Decals listing and locations
refer to pages 7.
Parts Overall View
MS
Item Number Part Number Description
1 2000116 Agitator Bar
2 2000117 Tire/Wheel Combo
3 9000021 Axle Locking Mechanism w/ Hardware
4 2000118 Rubber Seal Strip
5 9000022 Handle w/ Hardware
6 2000119 Large Agitator Sprocket
7 2000120 Small Axle Sprocket
8 2000121 Chain Guard
9 2000122 Agitator Block Bearing
10 2000123 Axle Pillow Block Bearing
11 4000008 Decal Sheet (Not Pictured)
12 9000023 Small Manual Holder w/ Hardware
12
4
5
10
7
96
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WARRANTY
MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY
Manufacturer warrants to the original purchaser that the purchased product is free from defects in material and
workmanship for a period of one (1) year commencing on the date of original purchase, as evidenced by the original receipt,
and will, at its option, repair, replace, or issue credit for any product or part found to be defective.
This limited warranty shall only apply if this product has been operated and maintained in accordance with the Operator’s
Manual furnished with the product, and has not been subject to misuse, abuse, commercial or industrial use, neglect,
improper maintenance, alteration or accident, or which has been used for a purpose for which the product was not designed.
Damage resulting from the installation or use of any part, accessory, or attachment not approved by manufacturer, for use
with the product covered by the owner’s manual, shall void the warranty as to any resulting damage.
This limited warranty is extended solely to the original purchaser of the product. Should the original purchaser sell or
otherwise transfer this product to a third party, this warranty does not transfer to the third party in any manner.
HOW TO MAKE A CLAIM:
To obtain warranty service through a local authorized dealer a customer must present the following within thirty (30) days of
product failure:
1. Proof of purchase within one (1) year of purchase date.
2. Photographs of or return of the actual product in question.
After receipt of the above information, if the product is alleged to be defective, manufacturer will process the claim and issue
a Return Manufacturers Authorization number (RMA). Once a RMA number is issued, manufacturer will pick up the product
from the authorized dealer and return to its facility for inspection. Manufacturer will replace, repair, or issue credit for any
product, upon examination by manufacturer at manufacturer’s facility, determined to be defective due to defects in material
and workmanship.

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WARRANTY
WARRANTY DISCLAIMER:
This limited warranty is in lieu of, and manufacturer disclaims and excludes any express and implied warranties with respect
to the product including, without limitation, merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. No other express warranty,
whether written or oral, given by any person or entity, including a dealer or retailer, with respect to any product, shall bind
manufacturer.
Manufacturer’s exclusive liability for breach of the limited warranty, as set forth above, on the product shall be to repair or
replace the product within the warranty period in accordance with the terms of this limited warranty. The choice of remedy
shall belong solely to manufacturer. In no event shall manufacturer be liable for any loss or damages of any other kind,
whether direct, incidental, consequential including lost profits, exemplary, special or otherwise, including without limitation,
expenses incurred for substitute or replacement product or for rental expenses to temporarily replace a warranted product.
Under no circumstance shall recovery, of any kind, be greater than the amount of the purchase price of the product
purchased. Customer assumes all risk and liability for loss, damage, or injury to customer or customer’s property and/or the
property of others arising out of the misuse or inability to use the product.
LEGAL RIGHTS:
This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state.
Some states do not allow any limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages, so the above limitations may not apply to you.
KEEP FOR YOUR RECORDS
Record the model number, serial number, and the date of purchase with original sales receipt. This information will be helpful
to your dealer if parts or service are required.
MODEL NUMBER __________________________________
SERIAL NUMBER __________________________________
DATE OF PURCHASE ________________________________
DEALER _________________________________________

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