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1. It Part i List Item Part ipti Ne Number Qty Description pres No Number Qty Description Price 1 5006035 16 5 16 18 Hex Locknut 57 47 5078180 2 Handle Grip i 2 5006040 13 15 16 18 Hex Nut 25 48 5089047 3 1 4 Square Keystock x 1 Long 3 5006054 1 3816 Hex Nut 26 49 5089051 1 3 16 Square Keystock x 1 1 4 Long VE lex Locknut gt 50 5089052 1 13 16 Square Keystock x 1 Long S oee 1 9 Tee ex Losknut 26 51 5089053 1 3 16 Square Keystock x 3 4 Long 7 52 5094017 1 Master Link K D LA Co TRE on 3 DER Fr Paret Venue spreader md 9 5006337 2 1 2 13 Hex Whiz Flange Locknut 31 34 19101088 11 Hair Pin Cotter 0 120 Dia 10 5012015 6 Grease Zerk 1 4 28 Thread 45 56 5101248 2 Roll Pin 1 4 Dia x 1 1 2 11 5015144 1 Linkage Rod Left Side 11 61 87 112934 1 Gem Roller 12 5015145 1 Linkage Rod Right Side 12 06 Q 58 5117259 1 THandle Screw 13 5016020 30 Flatwasher 5 16 25 2 59 5117298 5 1 4 28 x 3 8 Socket Head Set Screw 14 5016026 9 Lockwasher 5 16 25 5 60 5118189 1 Floor Chain Shaft Rear 32 16 15 5016027 1 Lockwasher 3 8 25 i 61 5120054 1 Right Side Shield 29 32 16 5016030 11 Flatwasher 3 8 26 5 62 5120055 1
2. Left Side Shield 12 04 17 5016031 1 Flatwasher 1 2 25 63 5130008 1 440 x 40 Tooth Sprocket 40 61 B 20 6160 1 Elalwasher 3 4 T o 64 5130010 1 Sprocket w Set Screws 18 00 20 5019254 1 Extension Spring 4 14 65 5130012 2 Feed Chain Idler Sprocket 37 08 71 5019255 7 Spring 6 471 O 66 5130013 2 Feed Chain Drive Sprocket 41 23 72 5019256 7 Spring 3 788 67 5133252 1 Sprocket Retainer Strap 23 5022386 1 Stop Angle 527 68 5273204 1 Hitch Clevis Weldment 29 43 54 5023095 1 Trip Arm 831 5 69 5274436 1 Parking Stand Weldment 13 57 5034027 2 TH RE ARE EE TA TH 79 70 5274623 1 Hub to Cam Weldment 59 20 HHS 1913 PET a 71 5274624 2 Axle Weldment 49 95 3 AACS ETS ET TS AT Lon Q 72 5274625 1 Bumper Weldment 30 05 3 AACS B68 TL g 56 oO 73 5274626 2 Floor Chain Tensioner Weldment 19 79 JH ene XI Long 74 5274627 1 Stand Receiver Weldment 18 20 2 H H C S 5 16 18nc x 1 1 2 Long Full Thread U 75 5274629 2 Ratchet Pivot Weldment 24 78 30 5034076 1 HACS a STE x 11 7 29 8 76 5274633 1 Tongue Weldment 102 19 H C S 1 4 20 x 1 2 77 5274634 1 Riser Plate Sub Weldment 12 54 32 5034448 9 Carriage Bolt 5 16 18 x 1 30 a 78 5274635 1 Slide Mount Plate Weldment 17 04 33 5034477 2 Carriage Bolt 5 16 18 x 1 1 2 Full Thread 15 a 79 5274636 1 Slide Bar Weldment 14 58 34 5034482 1 Carriage Bolt 3 8 16 x 1 7 00 57 80 3274637 2 Handle Weldment i 2197 7 UN 7 pet a e ai
3. inserted into the appropriate hole in the axle thus holding everyting in place properly PAGE 6 DETAIL K NOTE Items 43 affix to the axle ONLY after the axle is affixed to the main frame Item 56 Roll Pin goes through the hole in the axle after assembled to the main frame DETAIL F PAGE 7 DETAIL G Bushing WITH zerk hole 5031169 Bushing with NO zerk hole 5031166 DETAIL J NOTE DETAIL M Detail H Detail E DETAIL L MS 25BU Misc Dimensions p 76 28 35 98 PAGE 10
4. ON OR EXPERIENCE A PROBLEM WITH YOUR FIMCO INDUSTRIES PRODUCT 1 800 831 0027 BEFORE YOU CALL PLEASE HAVE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION AVAILABLE SALES RECEIPT amp MODEL NUMBER IN MOST CASES A FIMCO INDUSTRIES EMPLOYEE CAN RESOLVE THE PROBLEM OVER THE PHONE www fimcoindustries com 1000 FIMCO Lane P O Box 1700 North Sioux City SD 57049 Toll Free Phone 800 831 0027 Toll Free Fax 800 494 0440 Form No 708 5004582 07 12 Printed in the U S A General Maintenance Do not attempt under any circumstance to work with the chain drive mechanisms while the spreader is moving To clean service adjust unclog or any other function the spreader must be stationary Even though it would appear to be safe If the mechanism starts to move your safety could be at risk Follow these steps before attempting to maintain or repair any part of the spreader 1 Unhitch the spreader from the towing vehicle 2 Block both wheels front and back or raise the entire spreader Support the spreader so the wheels may turn if necessary Use care to provide adequate stationary support 3 Engage the control levers only to move the drive chain mechanism 4 Always be sure the safety guards are in place after maintenance and before moving the spreader 5 Oil the roller chain and detachable chain once a week or as use and weather conditions demand Do not let the chains go dry 6 Grease the bushings for the axle shafts the shaf
5. S MANUAL Model MS 25BU 5301194 25 Bushel Pull Behind Manure Spreader ATTENTION FOR YOUR SAFETY PLEASE READ THE ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE USING THE SPREADER THIS MANUAL CONTAINS DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS ON THE PROPER MAINTENANCE AND OPERATING PROCEDURES FOR OPTIMAL USE OF THE MANURE SPREADER General Information Thank you for purchasing this product The purpose of this manual is to assist you in operating and maintaining your newly purchased unit Please read it carefully as it furnishes information which will help you achieve years of trouble free operation Warranty Parts Service For home usage products are warranted for one year from date of purchase against manufacturer or workmanship defects Commercial users have a 90 day warranty Your authorized dealer is the best source of replacement parts and service To obtain prompt efficient service always remember to give the following information Correct Part Description and or part number Model number Serial number of your sprayer Part descriptions and part numbers can be obtained from the illustrated parts list section s of this manual Whenever you need parts or repair service contact your distributor dealer first For warranty work always take your original sales slip or other evidence of purchase date to your distributor dealer BEFORE RETURNING THIS PRODUCT FOR ANY REASON PLEASE CALL 1 800 831 0027 IF YOU SHOULD HAVE A QUESTI
6. Step 3 Inspect cam follower roller Item 57 shown in Detail A and replace if worn Step 4 Raise handle Item 80 shown in Detail G on floor chain drive mechanism side only to its full upright engaged position Step 5 Roll spreader slightly a few inches should do the trick either forward or rearward until the cam follower roller resides at its lowest point on cam Item 70 shown in Detail K See Figure 1 Figure 1 Step 6 At this point block both wheels front and back to secure spreader in place Step 7 Using a needle nose pliers unseat the lower end of the 6 spring Item 21 shown in Detail A from its vertical mounting bracket Step 8 Remove left side shield Item 62 shown in Detail K Set shield and hardware off to the side for the time being REAR RATCHET PAWL SHOULD BECOME ENGAGED AT BETWEEN 3 TO 4 OF ELEVATION 3 1 2 OPTIMAL SETTING IN MOST INSTANCES Figure 2 FLOOR CHAIN ADVANCEMENT SPROCKET Step 9 Next slowly lift the cam follower roller Item 83 upwardly until the rear ratchet pawl engages The instant the rear ratchet pawl becomes engaged a reasonably loud click should be heard Refer to Figure 2 NOTE It is crucial that the lifting of the cam follower roller is stopped the very instant the rear ratchet pawl becomes engaged in order to provide an accurate reading for set up If you happen to go too far simply push the cam follower roller back down int
7. elamen EE 2 oh BZ 5274841 1 Main Frame Weldment Manure Spreader 872 08 3 7 7 83 5274644 1 Cam Follower Weldment 17 14 ELL aes EURE Bolt N re a NETT 84 5274648 2 Gas Shock Absorber Cylinder wEye End Fittings 24 66 39 5034541 13 1546 18 x 1 Slotted Truss Head Machine Screw 15 Sot erage II eede Chan Semen ets 40 5034544 7 Carriage Bolt 3 8 16 x 2 1 2 Full Thread 40 R H 6 read 4 Ply Tubeless Tire 41 30348550 2 Carriage Bolt 5716 18 x 3 Full Thread ED 87 5274655 1 L H 6 00 12 AG Tread 4 Ply Tubeless Tire 181 72 42 5041113 1 Machinery Bushing 1 1 2 O D x1 LD x 10 Ga 58 Z 257000 2 Sprocker amp Bushing Assembly an 43 5041122 5 Machinery Bushing 1 1 2 O D x 1 T D x 14 Ga 50 Caring HOUSING Assembly 44 5049053 1 1440 Roller Chain x 84 24 76 90 5274670 1 Lower Left Shaft Housing Assembly 54 57 45 5055044 3 Steel Set Collar 1 Bore 5 8 Width 1 5 8 0 D 1 45 91 if 5274671 T Lower Right Shaft Housing Assembly 48 92 46 5063254 1 Disc 2 73 92 5274847 1 Sprocket To Chain Retainer Plate Weldment 172 91 PAGE 4 DETAIL A DETAIL B PAGE 5 DETAIL C 28 Shipping Weight Item 85 Alone DETAIL D NOTE Items 43 and 42 are to butt up against Item 92 The 3rd Item 43 in this view is affixed to the axle ONLY after the axle is assembled to the main frame Item 82 then the Roll Pin Item 56 can be
8. n in cold weather when moisture freezes to the chain and floor 11 Stop moving before engaging or disengaging the controls to the chain drive mechanisms 12 The proper speed for the desired spreading is from 3 1 2 5 MPH Do not exceed 5 MPH or excessive wear and tear will occur 13 A lways disengage both controls before backing up Reversing the chain drive mechanism will cause damage to the drive mechanism 14 It is a good idea to use a slow moving vehicle sign for road travel 15 Use safe practices when operating the spreader Better to be safe than sorry 16 Cleaning the spreader after each use will prolong the life of the spreader and make maintenance easier 17 Be sure to oil the roller chain as well as the detachable chain and grease the axle and the pivoting shaft bushings for the rotary blades and the detachable chain A regular practice of maintenance will prolong the life of the spreader 18 Raise the control levers to engage the ground drive mechanisms Floor Chain Drive Mechanism Adjustment Periodically adjustments must be made to your manure spreader in order to keep it in peak operating condition One area which may require periodic adjustment to compensate for normal usage wear is the floor chain drive mechanism Adjustment Procedure Step 1 On a flat and level surface unhitch the spreader from its towing vehicle Step 2 Adjust front tip stand so unit is in a reasonably level position
9. o its lowest position and lift again slowly The optimal setting in most instances is 3 1 2 depending upon the spreader s age and wear pattern Step 10 If the rear ratchet engages too quickly or does not engage soon enough it is out of phase and must be repositioned Step 11 Repositioning of the rear ratchet pawl is accomplished quite simply by loosening the rear ratchet pawl adjustment bolt and moving it either up or down within the ratchet pawl adjustment slot and then retightening Refer to Figure 3 Some trial and error may be involved in this process as every spreader will require slightly different settings to achieve proper lift distance of the cam follower Step 12 Re attach the 6 spring to its vertical mounting bracket as well as the left side shield prior to testing Step 13 Test empty spreader at a reduced speed for a period of time insuring the floor chain drive mechanism is running smoothly Step 14 Place back in service Figure 3 REAR ADJUSTABLE RATCHET PAWL REAR RATCHET PAWL ADJUSTMENT BOLT RATCHET PAWL ADJUSTMENT SLOT REAR RATCHET PAWL ENGAGED PAGE 3 Overall Exploded View amp Repair Parts List MS 25BU 5301194 Detail F yy gt VY 6 DRE TT x a a N 3 Detail E N S Detail D Detail G Detail K
10. olts Item 38 and 4 Wheel Nuts Item 7 Parts Included in Crate 1 Main Frame Assembly 2 Tongue amp Hitch Assembly 3 2 Wheels amp Tires 4 Small Parts Bag A 4 Carriage Screw 5 16 18 NC x 3 4 B 4 Hex Whiz Lock Nut 5 16 C 8 Wheel Bolts D 8 Wheel Nuts E 1 Gas Cylinder Shock PAGE 2 Operating Instructions 1 The towing vehicle should be at least of a 10 H P variety 2 The spreader has an adjustable hitch Set the hitch so the spreader is level when attached to the towing vehicle The adjustable hitch range is from 7 16 3 Be sure the towing vehicle can not move when attempting to hitch up to the spreader 4 Use a quality hitch pin equipped to prevent accidental unhitching 5 Be sure the safety guards are in place 6 The control levers should be in the off position rotated downwards until you are ready to spread manure Be sure to stop before engaging the controls 7 Begin loading to the front end of the spreader and gradually work to the rear end 8 Do not load above the side or front panels 9 Always allow clearance for the rotary blade mechanism to turn freely before engaging the chain mechanism 10 It is important to free up any manure that may be frozen or adhered to the floor This will prolong the life of the drive chain It is also a good idea to know that the detachable chain mechanism slide bar is not adhered to the floor board This can happe
11. ts for the rotary blades and the shaft for the detachable chain drive 7 Cleaning the spreader after each use will prolong its life and make the maintenance easier Assembly Instructions 1 Remove all parts of the manure spreader from the crate A Note that the tongue is fastened to the crate Free the tongue parts from the crate and then remove the top cross boards B The wheels and tires may be lifted from the unit frame C Note the small parts bag with the wheels open it and remove the contents 2 Attach the tongue to the main frame using 4 carriage screws 5 16 18NC x 3 4 and 4 5 16 whiz lock nuts You may want to refer to the exploded view drawing 3 The control levers must be attached to the bolt on each side near the front of the frame The lock nuts are already attached to the appropriate parts Remove them affix the parts in place and secure the parts with the lock nuts Use a 5 16 lock nut to hold the control levers in place Tighten the lock nut so that the levers may pivot easily but with a minimum of play You can now join the gas shock Item 84 to the lever on the left front end using a 5 16 lock nut 4 Place the manure spreader onto a platform at least 12 from the ground Use a front end loader or a jack to raise the spreader safely A Note there are right and left wheels The tread should point to the rear as viewed from top of the tire B Each wheel is to be attached using 4 b

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