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I - Nitro 375RS
Table of Contents
Operator’s Manual III
Warranty and Limitation of Liability ...........................................................III
Serial Number ...........................................................................IV
Specications ...........................................................................V
Principals of Operation ....................................................................VI
Section 1 - Safety 1-1
Safety Signal Words / Safety Messages ......................................................1-1
Safety Guidelines .......................................................................1-2
Lighting & Marking.......................................................................1-2
General Safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-3
A Word To The Operator ..................................................................1-3
Equipment Safety Guidelines ..............................................................1-4
Safety Training. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-5
Safety Signs ...........................................................................1-5
How to Install Safety Signs ................................................................1-5
Safety Sign Locations ....................................................................1-6
Safety Decals ..........................................................................1-7
Safety Decals ..........................................................................1-8
Preparation Safety.......................................................................2-1
Hydraulic Requirements ..................................................................2-1
PTO / Horsepower Requirements ...........................................................2-1
Hook-up / Unhooking.....................................................................2-1
Section 2 - Operation 2-1
Tractor Preparation ......................................................................2-2
Spreader Preparation ....................................................................2-2
Before Using ...........................................................................2-2
After operating for 2 hours: ................................................................2-2
After operating for 10 hours: ...............................................................2-2
Operation Safety ........................................................................2-3
Pre-operation Checklist ...................................................................2-3
Loading ...............................................................................2-4
Unloading .............................................................................2-4
Travel Speed ...........................................................................2-5
Unplugging ............................................................................2-5
Storage and Cleaning ....................................................................2-5
Transport Safety ........................................................................3-1
Storage Safety..........................................................................3-1
Maintenance Safety......................................................................3-1
Section 3 - Transportation / Storage 3-1
Tire Safety .............................................................................4-1
Hydraulic Safety ........................................................................4-1
Section 4 - Troubleshooting / Maintenance 4-1
Fluids & Lubricants ......................................................................4-2
Greasing your Machine ...................................................................4-2

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Adjusting Apron Chain Tension .............................................................4-2
Every 10 Hours/Daily.....................................................................4-3
Every 10 Hours/Daily.....................................................................4-4
Every 10 Hours/Daily.....................................................................4-5
Section 5 - Parts Breakdowns & Lists 5-1
Front Components.......................................................................5-2
Front Shields ...........................................................................5-4
Front Apron Drive .......................................................................5-6
Driveline. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-8
Side Shields. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-10
Endgate ..............................................................................5-12
Rear Apron Drive .......................................................................5-14
Floor & Side Boards ....................................................................5-16
Beaters ..............................................................................5-18
Walking Beams ........................................................................5-20
Apron Runners ........................................................................5-22
Hydraulic Schematic ....................................................................5-24
Section 6 - Optional Features 6-1
Lights.................................................................................6-2
Manual Light KIt. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-4
Hydraulic Light Kit .......................................................................6-5
Light Kit Hydraulics ......................................................................6-6
Light Kit Wiring Harness ..................................................................6-8
Flow Control Hydraulics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-10
Electric Flow Control Wiring ..............................................................6-12
Chain Drive Hydraulics ..................................................................6-14
Reversing the Apron Chain (with Optional Flow Control) ........................................6-14
Torque Value Chart - Imperial VII
Torque Value Chart - Metric VIII

III Operator’s Manual - Nitro 375RS
Operator’s Manual
Thank you for choosing the Tubeline 375RS Manure Spreader.
Our hope is that it will give you many years of productive service.
This machine is designed to wrap a continuous line of round bales in a lm of plastic.
Please read and understand this manual and the machine before operation.
Warranty and Limitation of Liability
All equipment is sold subject to mutual agreement that it is warranted by the company to be free from
defects of materials and workmanship. But the company shall not be liable for special, indirect or
consequential, damages of any kind under this contract or otherwise. The company’s liability shall be
limited exclusively to replacing or repairing without charge, at its factory or elsewhere, at its discretion.
Any material, or workmanship defects which become apparent within one year from the date on which
the equipment was purchased, and the company shall have no liability for damages of any kind. The
buyer by the acceptance of the equipment will assume all liability for any damages, which may result
from the use or misuse by his employees or others.
Warranty coverage is null and void unless Warranty
Registration form has been completely lled in and is on le at
Tubeline Manufacturing Ltd.

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Serial Number
The implement serial number is located on the front of the frame.
This number helps us to track changes and improvements and must be mentioned
when ordering parts or requesting service. For your convenience, a space has been
provided inside the front cover of this manual to record the serial number,
model number, purchase date, and dealer name.
Model # : ____________________________
Serial # : ____________________________
Date Purchased : _____________________
Dealer Name : ________________________

V Operator’s Manual - Nitro 375RS
Specications
Nitro 375
Cu.ft. Struck 281’
Heaped Cu.ft 410’
Inside Width 62.5”
Inside Depth 34.5”
Inside Length 175”
Loading Height 74”
Overall Length 25’
Beater Diameter 34”
Beater Speed 420 RPM
Axle Type Tandem
Hub Capacity 12,000 lbs
PTO Speed 1000 RPM

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Principals of Operation
The Nitro 375 RS Manure Spreader is designed to be hitched behind a tractor with a minimum of 90
HP. The Manure Spreader consists of a poly board oor trailer with an apron chain drag system, that
pulls material to the rear of the trailer, through a set of vertical, spinning beaters and is then spread in
an even pattern on the eld. The rear beaters are connected to the tractor’s PTO via gearboxes and
PTO drivelines. The variable speed apron chain is operated from the tractor cab, and controls the
speed of materials being fed through the beaters.
The apron chain and rear lift gate are operated using the tractor’s hydraulic power
outputs. The rear lift gate prevents material from jamming the beaters while loading,
as well as preventing material from falling onto a roadway during transport.
We recommend that you carefully read this entire manual before operating the Manure Spreader.
Please do not assume you know how to operate and maintain your machine before reading this man-
ual carefully. Keep this manual available for reference.
Call your authorized dealer if you need any assistance or more information.

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Section 1 - Safety
Take note! This safety alert symbol is found throughout this manual to call your
attention to instructions involving yourself and others working around the machine.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in injury or death!
This symbol means
- Attention!
Become Alert!
Your Safety is involved!
Safety Signal Words / Safety Messages
Caution: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that may result in injury.
Warning: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that could result is serious
injury or death.
Danger: Indicates a hazardous situation that needs to be avoided. It is you the
operator that needs to be aware of these dangers.
If you have any questions not answered in this manual, please contact your
dealer or Tubeline Manufacturing Ltd.
You can also check for a newer manual version at www.tubeline.ca/support
6455 Reid Woods Drive,
R. R. #4 Elmira
Ontario, Canada
N3B 2Z3
Email : [email protected]
Fax : [phone]
Tel : [phone]

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Safety Guidelines
Safety of the operator is one of our main concerns, however we do hear of some accidents that could
have been avoided if some precautions had been taken. To avoid personal injury study the following
precautions and insist those working with you or for you, follow them.
In most cases the pictures will have the shielding in place, in some they may be removed, only to
show a view behind the shield. Keep all the shields, safety doors in place. If they become faulty and
fail to work replace them. They are for your safety, do not operate the equipment with them removed.
Replace any decals that may be missing or that are not readable. Location of the decals is indicated
in this manual.
Do not operate this machine while under the inuence of drugs or alcohol.
Review the safety instructions with all users annually.
This equipment should not be operated by children, or with those unfamiliar with the operation of the
machine. Do not allow persons to operate this machine until they have read this manual and/or were
instructed by a qualied person.
Do not paint over, remove or deface any safety signs or warning decals on your equipment. Observe
all safety signs and practice the instructions on them.
If the bale seems to be larger then the hoop do not try to force the material through as the lm spools
may touch the bale and break the plastic. If is stalls halfway through you can’t back up, you will have
to pull the bale apart by hand.
Lighting & Marking
This machine is equipped with lights and reectors as required by the most stringent government and
ASAE specications. They should work with the tractor 7-pin connector.

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A Word To The Operator
It is YOUR responsibility to read and understand
the safety section in this book before operating
the Nitro Manure Spreader. You must ensure that
you and anyone else who is going to use, main-
tain or work around the Nitro Manure Spreader
be familiar with the use, maintenance procedures
and related safety information contained in this
manual. Remember that YOU are the key to safe-
ty. Good safety practices not only protect you,
but also the people around you. Most accidents
can be prevented. Do not risk injury or death by
ignoring good safety practices.
1. Study the features in this book and make them
a working part of your safety program. Keep in
mind that this safety section is written only for the
Nitro Manure Spreader.
2. Nitro Manure Spreader owners must give
operating instructions to operators or employees
before allowing them to operate the machine, and
at least annually thereafter per OSHA (Occupa-
tional Safety and Health Administration) regula-
tion 1928.57
3. The most important safety device on this
equipment is a SAFE operator. It is the operator’s
responsibility to read and understand ALL Safety
and Operating instructions in the manual and to
follow these.
4. A person who has not read and understood all
directive and safety instructions is not qualied
to use the Nitro Manure Spreader. An untrained
operator exposes himself and bystanders to pos-
sible serious injury or death.
5. Practice all other usual and customary safe
working precautions and above all ;
REMEMBER !
SAFETY IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY. YOU CAN
PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
6. This safety section is intended to point out
some of the basic safety situations that can be
encountered during the normal operation and
maintenance of the Nitro Manure Spreader, and
to suggest possible ways of dealing with these
situations. This section is NOT a replacement for
other safety practices featured in other sections
of this book.
General Safety
1. Read and understand the Operator’s Manual
and all safety signs before operating, maintaining,
adjusting or cleaning the Nitro Manure Spreader.
2. All equipment has a limit. Make sure you un-
derstand the speed, brakes (additional option),
stability and load characteristics of the Nitro Ma-
nure Spreader and your tractor before you start.
3. Make sure the tractor is in proper operating
condition as stated in the tractor Operator’s Man-
ual. The tractor must have enough weight and
braking capacity, especially when operating on
uneven terrain.
WARNING !
Only use a tractor with a
ROPS cab and seat belt.
4. Have a rst-aid kit available for use should the
need arise and know how to use it.
5. Have a re extinguisher available for use
should the need arise and know how to use it.
6. NEVER allow riders. Keep others away from
your work area.
7. Wear appropriate protective gear. This list
includes but is not limited to:
• Protective shoes with slip-resistant soles
• Protective glasses
• Hearing protection
• Respirator or lter mask
8. Install and secure all guards before starting.
9. Turn machine off, stop and disable engine,
remove ignition key and place in your pocket and
wait for all moving parts to stop before servicing,
adjusting, repairing, or unplugging.
10. Clear area of people, especially small chil-
dren, before using the unit.

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11. Review safety related items annually with all
personnel who will operate or maintain the Nitro
Manure Spreader.
12. Where possible avoid operating the Nitro
Manure Spreader near roads, ditches, embank-
ments or holes. Reduce speed when operating
on rough, slippery, or muddy surfaces and when
turning or crossing slopes, Stay off slopes too
steep for proper operation.
13. Beware of the machine size and have enough
space to allow for operation. Never operate the
Nitro Manure Spreader at high speeds in crowd-
ed places.
14. Do NOT use attachments unless the attach-
ments are approved optional equipment.
15. Securely fasten your seat belt before oper-
ating the machine. Always remain seated when
operating the machine.
Equipment Safety Guidelines
1. Safety of the operator and bystanders is one of
the main concerns in designing and developing
equipment. However, every year many 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 pre-
cautions in this section. To avoid personal injury
or death, study the following precautions and
insist those working with you, or for you, follow
them.
2. In order to provide a better view, certain pho-
tographs or illustrations in this manual may
show an assembly with a safety shield removed.
However, equipment should never be used in
this condition. Keep all shields in place. If shield
removal becomes necessary for repairs, replace
the shield prior to use.
3. Replace any safety sign or instruction sign that
is not readable or missing. Location of such safe-
ty signs are indicated in this manual.
4. Never use alcoholic beverages or drugs which
can hinder alertness or coordination while using
this equipment. Consult your doctor about using
this machine while taking prescription medica-
tions.
5. Under no circumstances should young children
be allowed to work on this equipment. Do not
allow persons to use or assemble this unit until
they have read this manual and have developed
a thorough understanding of the safety precau-
tions and of how the machine works. Review the
safety instructions with all users annually.
6. This equipment is dangerous to children and
persons unfamiliar with its operation. The opera-
tor should be a responsible, properly trained and
physically able person, familiar with machinery
and trained in this equipment’s operations. If an
elderly person is assisting with work, their physi-
cal limitations need to be recognized and accom-
modated.
7. Never exceed the limits of a piece of
machinery. If its ability to do a job, or to do it
safely, is in question - DON’T TRY IT.
8. In addition to the design and conguration
of this implement, hazard control and accident
prevention are dependent upon the awareness,
concern, prudence and proper training of per-
sonnel involved in the operation, transportation,
maintenance, and storage of the machine.
THINK SAFETY! WORK SAFELY!

1-5 Section 1 - Safety - Nitro 375RS
Safety Training
1. Safety is the primary concern in the design and
manufacture of our products. Unfortunately, our
efforts to provide safe equipment can be wiped
out by a single careless act of an operator or
bystander.
2. In addition to the design and conguration of
equipment, hazard control and accident preven-
tion are dependent upon the awareness, con-
cern, prudence and proper training of personnel
involved in the operation, transportation, mainte-
nance and storage of this equipment.
3. It has been said, “The best safety feature is an
informed, careful operator.” We ask that you to be
that kind of operator. It is the operator’s responsi-
bility to read and understand ALL safety instruc-
tions in the manual and follow them. Accidents
can be avoided.
4. Working with unfamiliar equipment can lead
to careless injuries. Read this manual before
assembly or use, to acquaint yourself with the
machine. If this machine is used by any person
other than yourself, or is loaned or rented, it is the
machine owner’s responsibility to make certain
that the
operator, prior to using:
• Reads & understands the operator’s manual.
• Is instructed in safe and proper use.
5. Know your controls and how to stop the engine
and machine quickly in an emergency.
6. Train all new personnel and review instructions
frequently with existing workers. Be certain only
a properly trained and physically able person will
use the machinery. A person who has not read
and understood all the safety instructions is not
qualied to use the machine. An untrained oper-
ator exposes himself and bystanders to possible
serious injury or death. If the elderly are assisting
with the work, their physical limitations need to be
recognized and accommodated.
THINK SAFETY! WORK SAFELY!
Safety Signs
1. Keep safety signs clean and legible at all
times.
2. Replace safety signs that are missing or have
become illegible.
3. Replaced parts that displayed a safety sign
should also display the current sign.
4. Safety signs displayed in Safety Sign Loca-
tions each have a signicant purpose and need
to be cleaned or replaced when necessary.
5. Safety signs are available from your authorized
distributor or dealer parts department or from the
manufacturer.
How to Install Safety Signs
1. Be sure that the installation area is clean and
dry.
2. Be sure the temperature is above 10C (50F).
3. Determine the exact position of the new safety
sign before removing the paper backing.
4. Align the sign over the specic area, carefully
press the sign on, slowly peeling away the back-
ing paper while smoothing the sign in place.
5. Small air pockets can be pierced with a pin
and smoothed out using a piece of sign backing
paper.

A
G
G
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Safety Sign Locations
The types of safety signs and locations on the equipment are shown in the illustrations that follow.
Good safety requires that you familiarize yourself with the various safety signs, the types of warning,
and the area, or proper function related to that area, that requires your safety awareness.
Examples only - Actual decals may differ in text and graphic representation.
REMEMBER
If safety signs have been damaged, removed, become illegible or parts replaced without safety signs,
new safety signs must be applied. New safety signs are available from your authorized dealer.
F
B
D
C
E

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Safety Decals
Item - A
Part # : DE39395
Item - B
Part # : DE39396
Item - C
Part # : DECANADA

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Safety Decals
Item - F
Part # : DE39397
Item - G
Part # : DE23838
Item - E
Part # : DE23836
Item - D
Part # : DE23845

2-1 Section 2 - Operation - Nitro 375RS
Section 2 - Operation
Preparation Safety
1. Never use the Nitro Manure Spreader until you
have read and completely understand this manu-
al and each of the safety messages found on the
safety signs on the Nitro Manure Spreader.
2. Personal protection equipment including safety
glasses, safety shoes and gloves are recom-
mended during assembly, installation, operation,
adjustment, maintaining, repairing, removal,
cleaning or moving the unit. Do not allow long
hair, loose tting
clothing or jewelry to be around equipment.
3. Clear working area of obstacles that might be
hooked or snagged, causing injury or damage.
4. Use only in daylight or good articial light.
5. Be sure machine is properly maintained, ad-
justed and in good operating condition.
6. Ensure that all safety shielding and safety
signs are properly installed and in good condition.
7. Never ride anywhere on the Nitro Manure
Spreader while setting up, operating or trouble-
shooting problems.
8. The upright beaters on the Nitro can maim or
kill. Always check for bystanders before engaging
the PTO.
THINK SAFETY! WORK SAFELY!
Hydraulic Requirements
The Nitro Manure Spreader requires 16 GPM
hydraulic ow for optimal performance.
PTO / Horsepower Requirements
The Nitro 375 Manure Spreader requires
90 PTO horsepower.
Hook-up / Unhooking
The Nitro Manure Spreader should always be
parked on a level, dry area that is free of debris
and foreign objects. Follow this procedure when
attaching:
1. Clear the area of bystanders and remove for-
eign objects from the machine and working area.
2. Make sure there is enough room to back the
tractor up to the hitch pole.
3. Start the tractor and slowly back it up to the
hitch point.
4. Stop the tractor engine, place all controls in
neutral, set park brake and remove ignition key
before dismounting.
5. Use the hitch pole jack to raise or lower the
pole to align with the drawbar.
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6. Install a drawbar pin with provisions for a me-
chanical retainer. Install the retainer.
7. Install a safety chain between the tractor draw-
bar and the hitch pin.
8. Connect PTO driveline to tractor.
9. Connect the hydraulics. To connect, proceed
as follows:
• Use a clean cloth or paper towel to clean the
couplers on the ends of the hoses. Also clean the
area around the couplers on the tractor.
• Remove the plastic plugs from the couplers and
insert the male ends.
NOTE: If the direction of motion is wrong, reverse
the couplers.
10. Raise the hitch jack.

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11. When unhooking from the tractor, reverse the
above procedure. NOTE: Occasionally air may
become trapped in the hydraulic circuit, making it
necessary to “bleed” the circuit.
To perform this operation cycle the hydraulic
several times or especially on older tractors, tem-
porarily loosen an easily accessible hose tting
enough to allow any trapped air to escape while
cycling the hydraulics. Retighten tting.
Tractor Preparation
Follow this procedure when selecting and prepar-
ing a tractor for use with the machine:
1. Use only a tractor of sufcient power and
weight to adequately handle the machine. It is
recommended that the tractor have at least 150
PTO horsepower for normal operating conditions.
(see PTO / Horsepower Requirements on pg2-1).
2. It is recommended to pin the drawbar in its
centre draft position.
3. Use only a drawbar pin with provisions for a
mechanical retainer. Always install the retainer.
4. Always attach a safety chain between the
tractor and the machine to prevent unexpected
separation.
Spreader Preparation
Your new Nitro spreader has a brief breaking-in
period that you should follow for optimal opera-
tion, and for maximum lifetime of your product.
When using the machine for the rst time, it is
extremely important to follow all of the proce-
dures especially those listed in the “Before using”
section to avoid damage:
Before Using
1. Read the Nitro Operator’s Manual. Do not op-
erate the spreader until the safety precautions in
this manual and the decals on the spreader have
been read and understood by the operator.
2. Check for proper assembly and tighten all
bolts. All bolts were checked at the factory when
assembled but may need to be re-torqued as
vibrations in shipment may loosen them slightly.
3. Complete all steps in “Tractor Preparation &
Spreader Preparation” sections.
4. Lubricate the machine. Refer to the Service
section of this manual. Proper maintenance and
lubrication is the user’s responsibility and must
begin before the rst use.
5. Operate the machine slowly for a period of
time to run the chains in and conrm that all parts
work freely.
After operating for 2 hours:
1. Check wheel bolts torque.
2. Check all shields and guards. Tighten as re-
quired.
3. Visually inspect all hydraulic hoses and cou-
plers. See “Hydraulic Safety” in the Service &
Maintenance section of this manual.
4. Check chain tightness. See “Adjust Chain Ten-
sion” in the Maintenance & Safety section of this
manual.
After operating for 10 hours:
1. Repeat the 2 hour service list.
2. See “Service” in the Service & Maintenance
section.

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Operation Safety
1. Please remember it is important that you read
and heed the safety signs on the Nitro Manure
Spreader. Clean or replace all safety signs if they
cannot be clearly read and understood. They
are there for your safety, as well as the safety of
others. The safe use of this machine is strictly up
to YOU, the operator.
2. All things with moving parts are potentially
hazardous. There is no substitute for a cautious,
safe-minded operator who recognizes potential
hazards and follows reasonable safety practices.
The manufacturer has designed the Nitro Manure
Spreader to be used with all its safety equipment
properly attached, to minimize the chance of acci-
dents. Study
this manual to make sure you have all safety
equipment attached.
3. Close and secure all guards, deectors and
shields before starting and operating.
4. Read and understand the Owner and Opera-
tor’s Manual before starting. Review safety in-
structions annually.
5. Personal protection equipment including safety
glasses, safety shoes and gloves are recom-
mended during operation, adjustment, maintain-
ing or repairing. Do not allow long hair, loose-t-
ting clothing, or jewelry to be around moving
parts.
6. Never place any part of your body where it
could be in danger if movement should occur
during assembly, installation, operation, mainte-
nance, repairing, unplugging or moving.
7. Turn tractor off, remove ignition key and place
in your pocket, and wait for moving parts to stop
before servicing, adjusting, repairing or unplug-
ging.
8. Never use alcohol or drugs which can hinder
alertness or coordination while operating this
equipment. Consult your doctor about operating
this machine while taking prescription medica-
tions.
9. Do not allow riders on the Nitro Manure
Spreader at any time. There is no safe place for
any riders even for troubleshooting issues.
10. Never allow children or unauthorized people
to operate or be around the Nitro Manure Spread-
er.
11. Keep the working area clear of people and
other machines to prevent accidents.
12. Do not exceed a safe travelling speed when
transporting.
13. Always use extra caution when turning
around corners or in tight areas.
14. The upright beaters on the Nitro can maim or
kill. Always check for bystanders before engaging
the PTO.
Pre-operation Checklist
It is important for both personal safety and main-
taining the good mechanical condition of the
machine that this pre-operational checklist be
followed. Before operating the machine and each
time thereafter, the following areas should be
checked off:
1. Lubricate the machine completely. Refer to
“Service” in the Service & Maintenance section of
this manual.
2. Use only a tractor of adequate power (see
PTO / Horsepower Requirements on pg. 3-1) and
weight to handle the spreader.
3. Ensure that the machine is properly attached
to the tractor using a drawbar pin with provisions
for a mechanical retainer. Make sure that a re-
tainer is installed.
4. Ensure that the safety chain on the hitch is
installed.
5. Check tires and ensure that they are inated to
the specied pressure: 25 psi (175 kPa).

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6. Check oil level in the tractor hydraulic reser-
voir. Top up as required.
WARNING : Use extreme care when working
around a high pressure hydraulic system. Make
sure all connections are tight and all components
are in good repair. Wear hand and eye protection
then searching for suspected leaks.
7. Inspect all hydraulic lines, hoses, ttings and
couplers for tightness. Tighten if there are leaks.
Use a clean cloth to wipe any accumulated dirt
from the couplers before connecting to the trac-
tor’s hydraulic system. See “Hydraulic Safety” in
the Service & Maintenance section of this manu-
al.
8. Inspect all moving and rotating parts. Remove
any debris that has become entangled in the rear
beaters or the PTO drive line.
9. Make sure that all guards and shields are in-
stalled and secured in position.
10. Check the oil level in the gearboxes. Top up
as required.
11. Ensure that the PTO driveline is securely
attached on both ends and can telescope easily.
Check that the PTO driveline shield rotates freely.
Loading
IMPORTANT : When parking the spreader for
loading, put the tractor in PARK or NEUTRAL and
apply the parking brake.
1. Fully Close Rear Hydraulic Gate
2. Load the Spreader
The manure consistency will determine how full
your spreader can be loaded. Solid manure can
usually be loaded level to slightly heaped. Wet
materials are heavier and may limit loading.
NOTES: It is unlawful to allow any manure
spillage to occur on public roadways. Do not
heap load such that manure is allowed to fall off
spreader during transporting on roadways. Al-
ways check the apron chain and slats to make
sure they are not frozen to the bottom of the bed.
Operating the spreader when the slats or chain
are frozen to the bed may cause damage. Also
make sure there are no lumps of manure frozen
to the oor.
It is recommended to make sure the apron chain
is operating properly before loading the spreader.
Unloading
1. Engage the Rear Beaters.
2. Fully Open Rear Gate
Fully extend the cylinders so the gate is fully
open all the way to the top.
NOTE : Before starting the apron chain, the oper-
ator should get the beaters up to speed and open
the rear gate to desired height.
Turn on the tractor hydraulics used to start the
apron chain. The hydraulics adjust the speed at
which material is being pulled towards the rear
beaters. The slower the speed - the ner the
spread as the rear beaters have more time to
“process” the material.
See Optional Flow Control pages (6-10 to 6-14),
if applicable to your Nitro Manure Spreader.