Turfex Ts-85 Owner's manual

866-5TURFEX

Owner / Operator’s Manual

The Commercial Turf Choice

SPREADERS

This Manual Must Be Read Before Operating The Equipment

CUSTOMER COPY

Madison Heights, Michigan 48071

Protected by the following patents, #6,089,478, #6,088,865, #Des.425,915

and other pending U.S. and foreign patent applications.

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Table of Contents

INTRODUCTION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

GENERAL INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

SAFETY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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SPREADER PARTS/DIAGRAMS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-15

OPERATING THE SPREADER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

CALIBRATION INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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NOTES PAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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or (586) 756-6555

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Introduction

This manual has been designed for your help. It will assist you and instruct you on the proper set-up, installation and use of

this spreader. Refer to the table of contents for an outline of this manual.

We require that you read and understand the contents of this manual completely (especially all safety information) before

attempting any procedure contained herein. Extra copies of Owner/Operator Manuals can be purchased at your Turfex Dealer.

THIS SIGN SHOULD ALERT YOU:

The Society of Automotive Engineers has adopted this SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL to pinpoint characteristics

that, if NOT carefully followed, can create a safety hazard. When you see this symbol in this manual or on the

machine itself, BE ALERT! Your personal safety and the safety of others is involved

.

Dened below are the SAFETY ALERT messages and how they will appear in this manual:

(RED)

Information that, if not carefully followed,

can cause death!

(ORANGE)

Information that, if not carefully followed,

can cause serious personal injury or death!

(YELLOW)

Information that, if not carefully followed,

can cause minor injury or damage to equipment.

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General Information

CONGRATULATIONS!

The spreader you have purchased is an example of quality and performance. Your spreader’s self-contained design is a

trademark of all Turfex products. Here’s why...

SIMPLICITY: Manufactured from higher quality components means minimal maintenance for your TurfexEx spreader.

RELIABILITY:

Polyethelyne hoppercombined with a custom engineered

powder coated frame found only on Turfex products.

VERSATILITY:

Multi-use capabilities allows spreading of a variety of materials for turf management.

WARRANTY:

Best in the industry, hands down! 2 years standard.

The benets you are about to recognize are that of time, money and eort.

We welcome you to the world of Turfex Performance.

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Before attempting any procedure in this book, these safety instructions must be read and understood by all workers who

have any part in the preparation or use of this equipment.

For your safety,warning and information decals have been placed on this product to remind the operator of safety

precautions. If anything happens to mark or destroy the decals, please request new ones from Turfex.

Remember, most accidents are preventable and caused by human error. Exercising of care

and precautions must be observed to prevent the possibility of injury to operator or others!

Never operate equipment when under the inuence of alcohol, drugs, or medication that

might alter your judgment and/or reaction time.

Never allow children to operate or climb on equipment.

Never weld or grind on equipment without having a re extinguisher available.

Always check areas to be spread to be sure no hazardous conditions or substances are in the

area. Always inspect unit for defects: broken, worn or bent parts, weakened areas on spreader.

Always make sure personnel are clear of areas of danger when using equipment.

Remember, it is the owner’s responsibility to communicate information on safe usage and

proper maintenance of all equipment.

Safety

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Before working with the spreader, secure all loose tting clothing and unrestrained hair.

Always wear safety glasses with side shields when working metal against metal. Failure to do this

could result in serious injury to the eyes.

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Safety

Never use wet materials, or materials with foreign debris with any of these spreaders. These

units are designed to handle dry, clean, free-owing material.

Never leave material in hopper for long periods of time. Be aware that fertilizers are

hygroscopic and will attract atmospheric moisture and harden up.

Inspect the unit periodically for defects. Parts that are broken, missing, or worn out must be

replaced immediately. The unit or any part of it can not be altered without prior written

permission from the manufacturer.

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Main Assembly Views

Model #TS85

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Sub-Assembly Parts Breakdown

Key Assy

Description Qty.

1 Hopper Aseembly 1

2 Lower Axle Assembly 1

3 Upper Handle Gate Assembly 1

Model #TS85

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Complete Hopper Assembly Parts Breakdown

Model #TS85

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Hopper Assembly Parts Breakdown

Key Part No. Description Qty.

D 5920 Screen Clip

D 5903 Screen

T 30151 Hopper

D 5940

D 6041 Clear Hopper Cover

T 15049 5/16-18 x 1/2” SS Hex Bolt

D 5949 5/16 SS Washer

5/16-18 Nylox Nut1 8051T

D 5907 1/4-20 x 1-3/8 HHSS

T 15014

D 5952 1/4” x 1 Fender Washer

D 5942 1/4-20 Hex Nut

D 5951

D 5932

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1/4” Flat Washer

1

2

1

2

1

2

1

2

1

Complete Axle Assembly Parts Breakdown

Model #TS85

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Complete Lower Axle Assembly Parts Breakdown

Model #TS85

Key Part No. Description

D 5901 Hopper Frame

D 5923 Axle Bushing

D 5915 Axle

D 5904 Wheel

D 5947 3/16 x 1-1/2” SS Cotter Pin

D 5930 Lock Ring

D 5916 Spinner Shaft

D 5941 Axle Spacer

1 Gear Cover195D

D 5913 Gear Support

D 5910 Pinion Gear

D 5926

D 5909 Drive Gear

D 5939 Spring Pin Spinner

D 5938 Spring Pin Pinion Gear

D 5921 Roll Pin Drive Gear

D 5922 Agitator Wire

D 5902 Plastic Spinner

D 5919 3/16 x 2” Stainless Steel Cotter Pin

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Shaft Insert

1

2

1

4

1

3

1

2

1

Qty.

Complete Handle Assembly Parts Breakdown

Model #TS85

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Complete Upper Handle Assembly Breakdown

Model #TS85

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D 5908 Upper Handle

Handle Grip

Gate Handle

Gate Handle Bracket

Actuator Rod

Gate Handle Cover

Hair Pin Clip/Actuator Rod

Frame Stand

Cam

5/16-18 Nylox Nut

Locking Knob

5/16-18 x 2-1/4 Hex Head Stainless Steel

1/4-20 x 1/2 Hex Head Stainless Steel

1/4-20 Nylox Stainless Steel

1/4-20 x 1-3/8 Hex Head Stainless Steel

Adjustment Knob Spring

#10 Flat Nut

#10-32 Nylox Nut SS

#10-32 x 1/2” Hex Head Stainless Steel

1

2

1

2

8

2

1

6

4

D 5917

D 5925

D 5924

D 5918

D 5929

D 5945

D 5906

D 5933

Pivot Bolt 1

D 5937

Gate Slide 1

D 5914

Gate Track 1

D 5912

Link Arm 1

D 5934

Gate Stop Block 1

D 5927

T 15018

D 5935

D 5946

D 5944

T15016

D 5907

D 5936

D 5928

D 5948

D 5905

1/4-20 x 2-1/4 Hex Head Stainless Steel 4D 5943

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Spreader Assembly Instructions

Model #TS85

Step 1: Assemble upper handle assembly to lower axle support tube (see gure 1).

Step 2: Insert rod into upper control handle as shown (gure 4).

Step 3: Insert rod end into gate linkage and lock in place with hair pin clip as shown (gure 2).

Step 4: Install deector support bands onto hopper support tube as shown (gure 3). Continue by installing

deector to support band on right side as shown (gure 3).

Figure 2

Figure 3

Figure 4

Figure 1

Clear protective cover

Step 5: Attach clear protective cover on hopper.

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Model #TS85

SPREADER LOADING

WARNING –

Do not overload spreader. Weights of material are an average for dry materials.

Material Weight Per Cubic Ft.

Fertilizer

• Warning– Never leave materials in hopper for long periods of time, fertilizers are hygroscopic and will attract atmospheric

moisture and harden up.

SPREADING TIPS

•For a wider pass, increase walking pace.

•For a heavier pass, walk slower.

•Use care when operating spreader near pedestrians.

•Calculate spread pattern when near vegetation.

• Warning– Never remove spreader from vehicle with material in it as this could cause damage to the frame assembly.

Operating Instructions

See product information on bag or bulk materials that you are using

Calibration Marks

Calibration Information

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Model #SP85

Setting # Pounds Dropped Distance

Pounds Dropped In 100 feet

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

13

14

15

16

17

18

19

20

12

10’

100’

10’

100’

0

.25

.60

1.15

2.02

3.0

4.0

5.14

6.0

6.2

9.0

10.25

11.0

12.0

12.5

12.8

14.5

8.0

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Warranty

Limited Warranty

Two year warranty on Turfex brand products against defects in material or workmanship

under normal use and service, subject to limitations detailed below. Warranty period of

two years begins on the date of purchase by the original retail user.

TheWARRANTY REGISTRATION CARD must be returned to the manufacturer for this warranty

to become eective. This warranty applies to the original retail purchaser only. This warranty does

not cover damages caused by improper installation, misuse, lack of proper maintenance, alterations

or repairs made by anyone other than authorized Trynex dealers or Trynex personnel. Due to the

corrosive properties of the materials dispensed by spreaders, Trynex does not warrant against

damage caused by corrosion. Warranty claims by the user must be made to the dealer from where

the product was purchased, unless otherwise authorized by Trynex. Trynex reserves the right to

determine if any part is defective and to repair or replace such parts as it elects. This warranty does

not cover shipping costs of defective parts to or from the dealer.

LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

Neither Trynex, nor any company aliated with it, makes any warranties, representations for

promise as to the performance or quality other than what is herein contained. The liability of Trynex

to the purchaser for damages arising out of the manufacture, sale, delivery, use or resale of this

spreader shall be limited to and shall not exceed the costs of repair or replacement of defective

parts. Trynex shall not be liable for loss of use, inconvenience or any other incidental, indirect or

consequential damages, so the above limitations on incidental or consequential damages may not

apply to you.

NO DEALER HAS AUTHORITY TO MAKE ANY REPRESENTATION OR PROMISE ON BEHALF OF

TRYNEX INTERNATIONAL, OR TO ALTER OR MODIFY THE TERMS OR LIMITATIONS OF THIS

WARRANTY IN ANY WAY.

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NOTES: ______________________________________________________________

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