TurfEx TS-85SS User Manual

This Manual Must Be Read Before Operating The Equipment

Owner / Operator’s Manual

The Commercial Turf Choice

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SPREADERS

TS85SS

Madison Heights, Michigan 48071

866-5TURFEX

CUSTOMER COPY

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

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INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

GENERAL INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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

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

(RED) Information that, if not carefully followed, can cause death!

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(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!

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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 hopper combined with a custom engineered

stainless steel frame found only on Turfex products.

VERSATILITY:

WARRANTY:

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

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

The you are about to recognize are that of time, money and .

We welcome you to the world of Turfex Performance.

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Safety

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.

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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 of alcohol, drugs, or medication that

might alter your judgment and/or reaction time.

Always wear safety glasses with side shields when working metal against metal. Failure to do this could result in serious injury to the eyes.

Never allow children to operate or climb on equipment. Never weld or grind on equipment without having a

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.

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Safety

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Never use wet materials, or materials with foreign debris with any of these spreaders. These units are designed to handle dry, clean, 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 #TS85SS

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Sub-Assembly Parts Breakdown

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Key

Description Qty.

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1 Hopper Aseembly 1 2 Lower Axle Assembly 1 3 Upper Handle Gate Assembly 1

Complete Hopper Assembly Parts Breakdown

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Hopper Assembly Parts Breakdown

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Key Part No. Description Qty.

D 5920 Screen Clip D 5903 Screen T 30151 Hopper D 5940 D 5932 D 6041 Clear Hopper Cover T 15049 5/16-18 x 1/2” SS Hex Bolt D 5949 5/16 SS Washer

D 5907 1/4-20 x 1-3/8 HHSS T 15014 D 5 952 1/4” x 1 Fender Washer D 5942 1/4-20 Hex Nut D 5951

1/4” Flat Washer

1 1 1 2 1 1 2 2

5/16-18 Nylox Nut 1 8 051 T

2 1 1 1 1 1

Complete Axle Assembly Parts Breakdown

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Complete Lower Axle Assembly Parts Breakdown

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1 Gear Cover195 D

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Key Part No. Description

T 30152 Stainless Hopper Frame D 5923 Axle Bushing D 5915 Axle D 5904 Wheel D 5947 3/16 x 1-1/2” SS Cotter Pin D 5922 Agitator Wire

D 5930 Lock Ring

D 5916 Spinner Shaft D 5941 Axle Spacer

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 5902 Plastic Spinner

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

Shaft Insert

Complete Handle Assembly Parts Breakdown

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Complete Upper Handle Assembly Breakdown

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. oN t r a P T 30153 Stainless Steel Upper Handle D 5917 D 5925 D 5924 T 30154 D 5929 D 5945 T 30152 D 5959 T 15018

D 5937 D 5914 D 5912

Handle Grip Gate Handle Gate Handle Bracket Stainless Actuator Rod Gate Handle Cover Hair Pin Clip/Actuator Rod Stsinless Steel Frame Stand Stainless Steel Cam 5/16-18 Nylox Nut Pivot Bolt Gate Slide Gate Track

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D 5960 D 5927 D 5935 D 5946 D 5944

T15016 D 5907 D 5936 D 5928 D 5948 D 5905

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Stsinless Steel Link Arm Gate Stop Block 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 1/4-20 x 2-1/4 Hex Head Stainless Steel

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Spreader Assembly Instructions

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Step 2:

Step 3:

Step 4:

Step 5: Attach clear protective cover on hopper.

Clear protective cover

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Figure 3

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Operating Instructions

Model #TS85SS

SPREADER LOADING

WARNING –

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

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

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.

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

Material Weight Per Cubic Ft.

Fertilizer

moisture and harden up.

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

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Calibration Marks

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Calibration Information

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Pounds Dropped In 100 feet

Setting #

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Pounds Dropped

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.60

1.15

2.02

3.0

4.0

5.14

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Distance

10’

100’

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6.2

8.0

9.0

10.25

11.0

12.0

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12.8

14.5

100’

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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.

The WARRANTY REGISTRATION CARD must be returned to the manufacturer for this warranty to become 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.

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Limited Warranty

. This warranty applies to the original retail purchaser only. This warranty does

LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

Neither Trynex, nor any company ated 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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