King Kutter S-ATV-180-U User's Manual
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1. 900124 909000 900004 900132 900131 900123 900121 909001 S ATV 180 PARTS 1 2 3 5 7 Tongue Rod ie o Panname part Number aa Es 5 EF ES S KingKutter INCORPORATED 1 Limited Warranty King Kutter Inc King Kutter P O Box 1200 Winfield Alabama 35594 warrants to the original retail purchaser Purchaser that the product that is the subject of this sale is free from defects in material and workmanship at the time of sale Under this warranty King Kutter will repair the defective product free of charge to the Purchaser with either new or used and reconditioned replacement parts All warranty service will be performed at service cen ters designated by King Kutter If King Kutter is unable to repair the product to conform to the warranty after a reasonable number of attempts King Kutter will provide at its option one of the following a a replace ment for the product or b a full refund of the purchase price Repair replacement or refunds are the Purchaser s EXCLUSIVE remedies against King Kutter under this limited warranty King Kutter will not be liable for any special incidental or consequential damages based upon breach or warranty breach of contract negligence strict tort liability or any other legal theory Such damages include but are not limited to loss of profits loss of savings or revenue loss of use of the product or2. The spreader is designed to be used by one operator at a time who during the use must always stay in the pulling vehicle seat Never work with this machine if you are tired sick or after have taken drinks drugs or medication 11 DANGER It is forbidden to climb or to transport some one when the spreader is in motion Do not let anyone inside the hopper for any reason Keep the spreader clean from foriegn bodies debris tools miscellaneous as they could damage the operations or the operator Generally the fertilizers are rather corrosive For this reason itis important that no particle of fertilizer stay in the spreader for a long period of time Clean the hopper and distributor after each use If during cleaning operations you use air or water with pressure it is necessary to wear glasses and safety masks and keep animals and other people away during cleaning Before connecting machine to the pulling vehicle check that it is in good condition and that the brakes work properly especially if working on sloping ground Unhook the machine from pulling vehicle only on level compact ground with hopper empty checking that the spreader is stable A WARNING ff During transport operating loading and spreading of fertiliz 1 ers the operator must follow all the label indications and par ticularly to the content of the written risks and precautions ATTENTION The manufacturer does not cover damages caused by
3. ing unit parallel and lock the bolt in the new position Shaft Regulation Bar Correct position of the spreadiing disc 15 Adjustments It is not possible to have an exact spreading chart for equipment that makes use of the centrifugal force principle the distributed quantity depends on the speed on the radius of distribution on the quality and humidity of the fertilizer or seed and rough ness of the land The fertilizer must always be stored and conserved adequately so as to keep it s physical characteristics unchanged It is necessary to set the speed of the pull spreader before starting the operation of distribution trying in the possible limits to keep it constant for the total duration The spreading chart contains the information in order to determine the quanity to spread in a field these must be completed by the experience and competant operator How To Adjust The Spreader Vanes In order to assure an even distribution on both sides of the spreader depending on the different specific weight of the material used the vanes on the disc can be set to different positions When all the vanes are put in hole 1 Shown in picture the distri bution of the material is increased towards the left compared to the way the tractor is moving But if you put the vanes in hole 4 the distribution will be more towards right Moving vanes from position 1 to 4 on same speed there will be an increase in the distibuting width This regulation
4. 165 Ft from the machine 3 ATTENTION DANGER It is forbidden to get inside the hopper or to transport someone with the machine 4 ATTENTION Use the devices of individual protection required PULL TYPE SPREADER USE ATTENTION Before use please check that zerks are adequately greased see page 21 ATTENTION During the use of the spreader please be sure there are not any persons or animals within 50 meters 165 Ft If someone comes up please stop immediately Recommendations for correct distribution Please always test lbs acre you want to spread before starting to work Use a fertilizer or seeds in perfect condition a humid fertilizer cannot be spread uniformly and correctly Avoid spreadiing fertilizer or seeds on windy days in order to improve the unifor mity of the distribution Connections The pull type spreader can be hitched to every type of tractor or atv with 1 7 8 ball hitch providing it has the horsepower to pull it To make the connection it is neces sary to put the ball hitch in the coupler on the pull type spreader locking it pushing the lock handle towards the bottom Check and regulate the length of the regulation tongue rod so that the spreader disc is as parallel as possible to the ground in order to get a uniform distribution of the fertilizer or seed Unscrew the locking bolt as shown with the arrow in the picture below and move the rod to the position mak
5. improper use of the spreader The manufacturer is not responsible in case of improper use of spreader used by non trained person serious deficiencies in the maintainance of spreader changes or modifications that are not allowed use of anything except original replacement parts not observing partial or all of instructions unusual cases 12 OPERATION OF THE MACHINE Make a check of the spreader before switching it on Start to work only if spreader is in perfect condition Before using the spreader please be sure that all safety devices are correctly in place and in good working condition in case of breakdowns or damages to the guards please replace them immediately ATTENTION During work please be sure there is no person or animals within 50 meters _ When you work close to roads or public places it is ABSOLUTELY NECESSARY to keep people away and to increase the precautions ATTENTION Anybody who comes up to the spreader while in use is in a danger area therefore they become AN EXPOSED PERSON The operator must prevent anyone from coming into the danger area and work with maximum caution If someone comes up stop spreader immediately Before every use of the spreader please always check the wear of the vanes and the spreader disc Check that all screw and bolts are in and tight The machine must never be unattended while moving Always keep the mach
6. of those prescribed from the manufacturer STORAGE Don t wait until you are ready to use the spreader to do the repairs and maintenance It is best to repair and replace the damaged and broken parts before storing after last use So it will be ready for next use Store the spreader in a sheltered place away from atmospheric agents and protect it in order to avoid deteriorations The fertilizers are generally corrosive For this reason it is important that no particles of fertilizer remains on any part of the spreader for long peri ods of time Before storing for long periods thoroughly wash the spreader and especially inside the hopper and spreading disc look over the spreader thoroughly and check for structural damages looking for deep abrasions in the paint verify that the safety signs are on the spreader and readable In case they are torn and unreadable replace with new ones grease all mechanical parts store spreader in a sheltered dry place if possible SPARE PARTS For the replacement of parts the customer must use original parts ordering them from the manufacturer or an authorized dealer When ordering parts it is necessary to have your model number 21 S ATV 180 PARTS Hopper Lower Agitator Kit Spreader Disc with Blades Right Hand Shutter Lever Long Left Hand Shutter Lever Long Right Hand Lever Tie Rod Left Hand Lever Tie Rod Shutters 1 Left amp 1 Right EA Em a a
7. or for you follow them In order to provide a better view certain photographs or illustrations in this manual may show an assembly with a safety shield removed However equipment should never be operated in this condition Keep all shields in place If shield removal becomes neces sary for repairs replace the shield prior to use Replace any safety sign that is not readable or is missing Copies of such safety signs is shown 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 of 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 assist ing with farm work their physical limitations need to be recognized and accommodated Use a tractor equipped with a Roll Over Protective System and seat belts ROPS Never exceed the limits of a piece of machiner
8. RDS The signal words DANGER WARNING and CAUTION are used with the safety messages in this manual and with each safety signs They are defined as follows DANGER Indicates an immediate hazardous situation that if not avoided could result in serious injury or death This signal word is to be limited to the most extreme situations typically for machine components that for functional purposes cannot be guarded WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that if not avoided could result in serious injury or death and includes hazards that are exposed when guards are removed It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury It may also be used to alert against unsafe practice If you have any questions not answered in this manual or require additional copies or the manual is damaged please contact your dealer or King Kutter Inc P O Box 1200 Winfield AL 35594 205 487 3202 or www kingkutter com 9 10 EQUIPMENT SAFETY GUIDELINES 1 Safety of the operator and by standards is one of the main concerns in designing and developing a spreader However every year accidents occur which could have been avoided by a few seconds of thought and a more careful approach to handling equip ment You the operator can avoid many accidents by observing the following precau tions and insist those working with you
9. any associated equipment cost of capital cost of any substitute equipment facilities or services down time the claims of third parties including customers and injury to property These limitations also apply to the extent allowed by law to personal injury The purchaser must notify the Seller in writing of any defect in material or workmanship within one 1 year following the date of purchase If the equipment is used for commercial purposes the Purchaser must notify the Seller in writing of any defect in material or workmanship within ninety 90 days following the date of purchase In no event will King Kutter be liable under this warranty unless written notice is received by the Seller within one 1 year from the date of original retail sale 2 Warranty of Title King Kutter warrants that it transfers a good title to the product free of any encumbrances and free of the rightful claim of any third party for infringement of patent or copyright 3 What is Not Covered by This Limited Warranty King Kutter will not be responsible for damage to or failure in the product which results from accident misuse abuse neglect installation of attachments not provided by King Kutter modifications to the prod uct or damage caused by use of the product for purposes other than those for which it was designed 4 No Other Warranties Unless modified in writing and signed by both parties this agreement is understood to be the complete and exclu
10. ble for that particular type of material Drive mistakes lack of overlap of the spreading surfaces Lack of cleaning of distributing vanes and disc Mistakes due to fertilizer Fertilizer of poor quality Wet or excessively humid fertilizer Incorrect fertilizer composition or it doesn t correspond to what is declared from the vendor Presence of excessive lumps in fertilizer or with dimensions to large to go through exit Foriegn body in the fertilizer Mistakes due to the spreader Spreading exits clogged Parts of the spreading disc worn or damaged GENERAL MAINTENANCE The ordinary maintenance criteria we suggest are based on the company experience and on the advice and suggestions from customers A good maintenance schedule keeps the operat ing costs of the spreader low and allows for a long spreader life ATTENTION Whichever work of maintenance regula tion and cleaning must be carried out on the spreader on the ground in stable conditions engine turned off brake on ignition key off and removed In case of damage the operator must stop the machine immediately assess the problem and proceed only after problems are repaired If pressured water or compressed air is used for the cleaning of the machine it is necessary to protect yourself with proper glasses and or protec tion masks and to remove people and or animals from near machine Do not use flammable liquids ATTENTION For maintena
11. ch use General Advices Read carefully this manual before proceding to start operate or to perform maintenence on the spreader Watch in addition to the warnings to this manual all the safety accident prevention rules and general rules The manual must always be handy so as to consult it in order to check the working cycle and safety information In case of loss or damage it will be necessary to get another copy ATTENTION Any work of maintenance regulation and cleaning must be done with the machine on the ground in stable conditions turning off pulling vehicle engine and removing the key Read carefully the safety signal words applied on the spreader and follow the instructions In case of wear and tear or insufficient readability of the safety signal words clean them up or replace them placing the signal words in the right _A ATTENTION WARNING The operator during the period of use maintenance repair handling or storage of the machine must wear AN and safety gloves Moreover ifi it is necessary that the operator must wear suitable hearing protection such as ear muffs or earplugs dust masks and protective glasses AN During loading phase there is the danger of powders inhalation produced by fertilizer mixing It is suggested to use tractors with filters on the ventilation system of the cabin to use suitable safety systems of breathing like powder masks or masks with a filter
12. er source to operate safely A use different from described above is considered improper Any modification made to the machine relieves the manufacturer from any responsibility of dam ages or injury that can be caused to operators third parties objects or the spreader NAME PLATE On the hopper of every spreader is a nameplate which has the model number serial number and bar code of your machine When parts are required it is nec essary to refer to the plate for the model of spreader CHARACTERISTICS OF THE SPREADER The pull type spreader has a fertilizer distributor made of stainless steel a spreader disc with 4 adjustable vanes with 4 different settings in order to obtain the maximum spreading precision and uniformity in the distribution de pending on the material to be spread The feeding of the disc is by gravity through an opening located at the bottom of the hopper inside of which a mix agitator is applied in order to prevent forma tion of lumps in the fertilizer A plate is put in front of the disc to prevent the speading to the front side of the machine The fertilizer delivery is controled by properly opening the shutters in the hopper bottom through locking devices operated by levers The fertilzer soreader and the agitator are connected through a gearbox with the wheels so the speed of the disc is proportionate to the speed of the machine The switching off and on of the spreading disc is made by putting o
13. gloves If it is neces sary operator must wear headset mask and glasses After having hitched spreader to pulling vehicle and carried out necessary precau tions it is now possible to begin work ATTENTION Before getting off of pulling vehicle and be fore every operation of maintenance set the parking brake turn off the engine and remove ignition key and wait until all moving parts have completely stopped Engage the axle with the pin so so that the spreader can be set in action by the turning wheels only when you are ready to start spreading 18 Various ways exist to spread the material in the field One of the simplest methods is as follows Position spreader at the beginng of the field you intend to fertilize or seed to a distance D 2 that is the half of the working width that is used point 1 Driving in the field distributing the fertilizer or seed on all the perimeter Stop at one distance D from the point 1 equivalent to the set working width point 2 Beginning the spreading proceeding in line straight to point 3 Turn and drive a D distance equal to the working width point 4 Repeat such procedure until all the field is covered 19 SPREADING MISTAKES Mistakes of use Drive speed incorrect spreading width The spreading disc is not in a horizontal position compared to the land Drive speed is different to those suggested by the spreading tables or speed is not suita
14. ice or replacement of defective parts that are covered by warranty The King Kutter Factory may inspect equipment or parts before warranty claims are hon ored Payment of all costs incurred by the dealer for travel ing to or transporting the equipment for warranty inspection and or claims CONTENTS ITEM PAGE General Information ccccsssseeeeeeeeeseenseeeeseeeeees 6 Technical Data 8 Safety 9 Operating 5 13 Safety Decal s And Locations 14 Spreader Use 15 Hopper LO 18 General 20 USING AUN sieees eee 21 Replacement Parts ccccccsessseessseseeeeeeeseeseeenneeees 22 Warranty 24 INFORMATION ON THE MACHINE The models in this manual have been designed and made exclusively allowing the distribution of solid granular fertilizers and seeds in the field Their use is particularly made for gardening and golf courses but can be used in many more places These machines are usually used in daylight If you need to use the spreader at night or poor visibility you must use the lighting system of your trac tor or some oth
15. ine in good operating condition and perform maintenance regularly TRANSFER ON THE ROAD ATTENTION Please follow the Highway Code carefully that is in force for the country or state you are using spreader in During transport on public roads it is necessary to empty the hopper Remember that during moving on public roads special attention must be taken refer to possible and special regulations noted on pulling vehicle manual choosing the proper speed especially when the street is crowded winding or sloping If the spreader hides the back signal lights pi pulling vehicle it is nec essary to put a light bar and or some back signaling signs During transport on the road the gearbox must not be engaged Switch off the mechanical block from the axle as shown in the picture to the right SAFETY SETTINGS ATTENTION Be sure that the safety labels are readable Clean them up using a cloth water and soap Replace damaged labels placing them in the right position The safety signs on the machine supply the most improtant indications their ob servance helps your safeness 1 ATTENTION Before doing any work or repair on the spreader stop the engine of the pulling vehicle remove the key put on the parking brake and read the operator s manual carefully 2 ATTENTION DANGER Possibility of throwing of material and or objects please do not come up to machine Keep a safe distance of at least 50 meters
16. km 9 1200 in U er 305 Commerce Drive INCORPORATED Winfield Alabama 35594 O AT V 180 U OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL www kingkutter com TO THE PURCHASER This manual contains valuable information about your new King Kutter ATV Spreader It has been carefully pre pared to give you helpful suggestions for operating adjust ing servicing and ordering repair parts Keep this manual in a convenient place for quick and easy reference Study it carefully You have purchased a dependable and sturdy spreader but only by proper care and operation can you expect to receive the service and long life designed and built into it Sometime in the future your spreader may need new parts to replace those that are worn or broken If so go to your dealer and provide him with the model and part num ber Customer Information Name Purchased From Date Purchased Model No Serial No It is the purchaser and or operator s responsibility to Read and understand the information contained in this manual Operate lubricate assemble and maintain the equip ment in accordance with all instructions and safety procedures in this manual Inspect the equipment and replace or repair any parts that are damaged or worn which under continued op eration would cause damage wear to other parts or cause a Safety hazard Return the equipment or parts to the authorized King Kutter dealer from where it was purchased for ser v
17. le C In order to carry out the spreading only through the left side ref Il it is necessary to disconnect the two levers removing the C grip handle to set the lever B in the chosen position given by spreading chart and to bring the lever A towards the higher part position1 in order to close the shutter of the right side In oreder to spread only to the right side ref III you have to move lever B up in position 1 and regulate the quantity to spread with lever A 17 HOPPER LOADING It is advised not to load the hopper manually but by using a lift or suitable mechanical means ATTENTION The hopper must be loaded only after having hitched the spreader to a pull vehicle Do not drive for very long distances with a full load and do not put full bags on the material in the hopper during transport to the field or during working in order not to overload the capacity of the machine and compress the material WARNING During the operations of transport loading and use of spreading materials the operator must behave in compliance with the y instructions on the labels of the product and in particular with the content of the sentences of risk and the precaution advices SPREADING OF THE MATERIAL IN THE FIELD ATTENTION WARNING The operator during the period of use maintenance AET repair transport or storing the machine am must wear accident prevention shoes and
18. must be made compared to the type of material you are spreading and from experience Spreading disc s vanes regulation Such a regulation must be done in accordance with the material type that is used and the operators experience 16 HOW TO ADJUST THE SPREADING The material spreading is regulated through the regulation lever that moves the opening section on the bottom of the hopper In order to carry out the regulation after having consulted the spreading table acording to the type of material to spread and to the speed of pulling vehicle it is necessary to move the lever A along the graduated scale E and locking it in the chosen position with pin D QUANTITY SPREAD 185 ACRE AT VARIOUS GATE SETTINGS QUANTITY SPREAD IN LBS ACRE VARIOUS GATE SETTINGS 23 4 5 6 7 LARGE 25 132 245 402 635 929 GRANULAR 50 66 123 201 318 465 FERTILIZER 75 44 82 134 212 310 MEDIUM 25 311 448 709 925 GRANULAR 50 159 224 355 463 FERTILIZER 7 5 104 149 237 309 RED CLOVER FINE 25 112 189 322 529 747 ree GRANULAR 50 56 95 166 265 374 BLUE GRASS FERTILIZER 75 37 63 111 177 249 Grass CRYSTAL 25 226 368 560 890 1236 AMMON 50 113 184 280 445 618 GRASS SILPHATE 75 15 123 187 297 412 BARLEY 4 0 S 1270 BASIC SLAG 8 0 26 635 In order to spread from both sides ref A and B levers must be in the same position connected through grip hand
19. nce operations always use the proper Individual Protection Devices safety shoes and gloves and to take all the accident protection steps for the type of operation to be performed Every 8 hours of operation check the tightness of all nuts and bolts In case of unusual vibrations check the wear of the vanes and spreading disc the tightness of all nuts and bolts and lubrication of gearbox The excessive vibration of the spreader besides being annoying is dangerous and damaging for the entire structure subjecting the mechanical parts to more and more stress It may be necessary to seek the help of specialized personnel regarding some broke parts replacement that are not shown in this manual 20 LUBRICATION Before every use and after every 8 hours of use grease the spreader Be sure that the grease zerks are clean from dirt and debris before injecting with grease Lubricate with with a grade type tube grease at the points shown in the picture both sides of axle The unit comes with grease in the gearbox there is a plug 569 picture on left on the bottom of the gearbox that a flathead screwdriver will fit if you ever need to add grease When adding grease to gearbox remove plug and pump full of grease REPLACEMENT OF SPREADER VANES In case the spreader vanes brake or get damaged it is necessary to replace them with new ones Unscrew the nut and replace the damaged vane The nuts and bolts must be of the same type
20. r removing the split pin on the axle The machine is connected with a ball hitch 1 7 8 There is an adjustable tongue so the height can be adjusted to keep the spreader parallel with the ground The hardness of the steel welded frame together with the remarkable life of the hopper helps to obtain a highest quality level of the pull type spreaders The painting is made by an epoxy varnish with successive backing at 150 degrees celsius with the application of the primer bath assuring great protection and long life of the machine A REGULATING LEVER B HOPPER C DISTRIBUTOR VANES D SPREADER DISC E STEEL FRAME F TIRES G ROD FOR TONGUE ADJUSTMENT H TONGUE l 1 7 8 BALL HITCH TECHNICAL DATA S ATV 180 Hopper Capacity Weight of the Unit 80 175 kgs Ibs Width wheel wheel outside 7 Loading Height Length A Hopper Width 7 Ball Hitch Diameter n Tires type bar 6 5 3 2 Spreading Width meters feet 8 12 26 40 Ground Cover Per hour from 27 to 55 ha h from 7 to 15 acres h SAFETY READ AND FOLLOW THE INSTRUC TIONS IN THIS MANUAL AND ESPE CIALLY IN THE SAFETY SECTION FAILURE TO DO SO CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TAKE NOTE THIS SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL FOUND THROUGHOUT THIS MANUAL IS USED TO CALL YOUR ATTENTION TO INSTRUC TIONS INVOLVING YOUR PERSONAL THIS SYMBOL MEANS ATTENTION SAFETY AND THE SAFETY OF OTH BECOME ALERT ERS YOUR SAFTEY IS INVOLVED SIGNAL WO
21. sive agreement and warranty between King Kutter and Purchaser superseding all prior agreements oral and written and all other communication between King Kutter and Purchaser related to the subject matter of this agreement THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALLOTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUD ING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF FITNESS FORA PARTICULAR PURPOSE No employee of King Kutter nor anyone else is authorized to make any warranty or representation in addition to or different from those made in this agreement 5 Allocation of Risk This agreement allocates the risk of product failure between King Kutter and the Purchaser This Alloca tion is recognized by both parties as reflected in the price of the goods The Purchaser acknowledges that he or she has read this agreement understands it and is bound by its terms
22. y 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 seri ous 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 opera tion transport maintenance and storage of the machine Refer also to safety messages and operation instruction in each of the appropriate sections of the tractor and seeder spreader manuals Pay close attention to the safety signs affixed to the tractor and the seeder IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION THE FOLLOWING SAFETY RECOMENDATIONS ARE FOR YOUR SAFETY THEREFORE IT IS NECESSARY TO READ THEM CAREFULLY MEMORIZ ING AND ALWAYS APPLYING THEM The present warnings in this manual regard exclusively the allowed uses and reasonably foreseeable dangers All below instructions must be integrated by a common sense experience worker to prevent accidents The spreader must be used by a single operator The use of the spreader is forbidden to youngsters All the listed instructions must be carefully respected Changes to the spreader are not authorized by the manufacturer and exclude his responsibility Check the correct operation of the machine prior to ea
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