Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product M268175D North Star
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1 TM M268175D Owner’s Manual Instructions for Assembly, Testing, Operation, and Servicing Trailer Kit : Outdoor agricultur al product used to tow Item# 268170 WARNING READ and UNDERSTAN D the Owner’s Manual completely before using thi s trailer kit .
Hazard Signal Word Definitions 2.
Table of Contents 3 Summary of Important Safety Information ................................................................................4 During Assembly During Operation During Storage / Troubleshooting Warning Label Location ....................
Summary of Important Safety Information 4 WARNING Read and understand this owner’s manual completely before using the trailer kit. Improper use of the trailer kit could result in serious injury for the operator or nearby persons. LISTED BELOW is a summary of safety informat ion of particular importance.
Warning Label Location 5 WARNING Towing Hazard Serious injury or death can happen if towing safety rules are not followe d. - When tank is full, tongue weight is 400 lbs. Make su re vehicle and towing equipment are properly rated. - When tank is empty, trailer is extremely light.
Unpacking 6 Closely inspect all contents in the shipping carton. • If you have d amaged components : Contact the freight company that de l ivered the unit and file a claim. • If you have mi ssing components: Contact NorthStar P roduct Supp ort at 1-800 -270-0810.
Unpacking the Manual Bag 7 The following items are found in the manual bag. Hitch Pin 3/8 x 1-1/4” Bolt Qty. 12 3/8 x 1” Bolt Qty. 8 3/8” Class G Nut Qty. 20 5/8 x 1-1/2” Bolt Qty. 10 5/8” Flat Washer Qty. 10 5/8” Class G Nut Qty. 10 Lug Bolt Qty.
Assembly 8 Step One : Attach the A-frame tow bar to frame. IMPORTANT: It is recommended that at least two people perform this step. 1. Raise the front of the sprayer frame until th ere is enough room for the A-frame tow bar to fit underneath. Place blocks under the frame to hold it up.
Assembly 9 7/16 x 1-1/4” bol t Jac k 7/16” n y loc nu t A-frame tow ba r Axle suppor t Axle gusse t Torsion axle 3/8” Class G n ut 3/8 x 1-1/4” bolts Step Two : Attach the jack to the A-frame tow bar. 1. Attach the jack to the A-frame tow bar with (4) 7/16 x 1-1/4” bolts and (4) 7/16” nyloc nuts.
Assembly 10 First bolt throug h the sides using 3/8 x 1” bolts 3/8” Class G n u t 3/8 x 1” bol t S p ra y er frame Jack 2x8 boar d Axle suppor t Note orientation 5/8 x 1 1/2” bo l t and flat washe r 5/8” Class G n u t Step Four : Attach axle assemb ly to the frame.
Assembly 11 Piece o f cardboar d Wheel Lug bolt Hub Shi m Step Five: Attach the wheels. NOTE: For this step, the engine must be free of oil and gas. The broadcast kit and taillight kit cannot be in place, if equipped. IMPORTANT: At least two people should perform this step.
Machine Components 12 1. Hitch Pin: Allows the trailer unit to be hooked up to an agricultural style coupler. 2. Jack: Supports the trailer when it is not in use. Eases movi ng and connecting the trailer to a tow vehicle. 3. Tongue: The tongue connects the sprayer frame to the tow vehicle.
Operation – Important Safety Information 13 Now that you have completed and tested your assembly, there is some important safety information you need to know with regard to vehicle handling wit h the sprayer attached. WARNING Carefully read and make sure you understand the foll owi ng safety information before using the trailer kit.
Operation – Using the Trailer Kit 14 Bridge pi n Jack Hitch pin Agricultural style hitch Step One . Inspect/Repair If the trailer has been used previously, it must be prepared BEFORE EACH SUBSEQUENT USE. WARNING Read instructions below carefully for in specting and preparing the trailer kit.
Specifications and Accessories 15 Trailer Kit Specifications Maximum Towing Speed…………… 12 MPH Tire Size…………………………….. ST175/80 D13 Maximum Tire Pressure…………….. 35 PSI Overall Dimensions (boxed)…….….. 53”L x 45”W x 15”H Weight (shipping)………………….
Exploded View – 268175 – Rev. D 16 Item Part# Description Qty Item Part# Description Qty 1 1178 Hitch Pin 1 9 124293 Grease Seal 2 2 779240 A-Frame Towbar 1 10 124292 Bearing 4 3 30312 Bridge Pin .
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