Agri-Fab LP69911 Manual

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

43” Gator Drop Spreader

LP69911

Supplier ST50947

02/15/2021

English

Introduction

Using Your Operator’s Manual

Read this entire operator’s manual, especially the safety information, before operating.

This manual is an important part of your machine. Keep all manuals in a convenient location so they can be accessed easily.

Use the safety and operating information in the attachment operator’s manual, along with the machine operator’s manual, to operate and service the attachment safely and correctly.

If your attachment manual has a section titled Preparing the Machine, it means that you will have to do something to your tractor or vehicle before you can install the attachment. The Assembly and Installation sections of this manual provide information to assemble and install the attachment to your tractor or vehicle. Use the Service section to make any needed adjustments and routine service to your attachment.

If you have any questions or concerns with the assembly, installation, or operation of this attachment, see your local John Deere dealer or call the John Deere Customer

Contact Center at 1-888-867-2238 for assistance.

Warranty information for this John Deere attachment can be found in the warranty statement included in this manual.

Table of Contents

Safety 3

Warranty 26

Product Compatibility

This attachment is compatible with John Deere Gator™

Utility Vehicles. Contact your John Deere dealer for specific utility vehicle compatibility information.

Original instructions. All information, illustrations and specifications in this manual are based on the latest information available at the time of publication.

The right is reserved to make changes at any time without notice.

NOTE: Retain these installation instructions with the machine operators manual.

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Safety Labels

Safety Label Locations

350 lbs

ST50400

ST50569

Understanding The Machine Safety Labels

The machine safety labels shown in this section are placed in important areas on your machine to draw attention to potential safety hazards. DANGER or WARNING safety labels are located near specific hazards.

The operator’s manual also explains any potential safety hazards whenever necessary in special safety messages that are identified with the word, CAUTION, and the safety-alert symbol.

On your machine safety labels, the words DANGER,

WARNING, and CAUTION are used with this safety-alert symbol. DANGER identifies the most serious hazards:

• DANGER; The signal word DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

• WARNING; The signal word WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

• CAUTION; The signal word CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury. CAUTION may also be used to alert against practices associated with events which could lead to personal injury.

Replace missing or damaged safety labels. Use this operator’s manual for correct safety label placement.

There can be more safety information contained on parts and components sourced from suppliers that is not reproduced in this operator’s manual.

French or Spanish Safety Labels and Operator’s

Manual

Operator’s manuals and safety labels with content in

French or Spanish are available for this machine through authorized John Deere dealers. See your John Deere dealer.

NOTE: Both text and no-text labels are shown. Your machine is only equipped with one of these types of labels.


Safety Labels

•

•

WARNING

AVOID INJURY FROM MOVING PARTS

Keep hands, feet and clothing away

Disconnect power before servicing

•

•

CAUTION

AVOID INJURY AND READ OPERATOR MANUAL

BEFORE USE

Never remove spreader with material in hopper

Maximum weight capacity 350 lb.

350 lbs

ST50400

CAUTION

AVOID INJURY DO NOT RIDE ON PLATFORM

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Safety

Read Safety in Machine Operator’s Manual

Read the general safety operating precautions in your machine operator’s manual.

Operating Safety

• Read the machine and attachment operator’s manual carefully. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment. Know how to stop the machine and disengage the controls quickly.

• This attachment is intended for use in property maintenance applications. Do not use for use other than intended by the manufacturer. Do not modify machine or safety devices. Unauthorized modifications to the machine or attachment may impair its function and safety.

• Do not let children or an untrained person operate machine.

• Make any necessary adjustments before you operate.

Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine is running, unless it is recommended in adjustment procedure.

• Look behind machine before you back up. Back up carefully.

• Never carry passengers, on machine or attachment.

Riders are subject to injury such as being struck by foreign objects and being thrown off. Riders may also obstruct the operator’s view, resulting in the machine being operated in an unsafe manner.

• Disengage any power to the attachment when the machine is transported or not in use.

• Never exceed 15 mph when loaded spreader is attached to vehicle. Braking distances may be increased and handling characteristics may be impaired at speeds above 15 mph.

• Never use wet materials or materials with foreign debris in the spreader. This unit is designed to spread dry, clean, free-flowing material.

• Never leave material in hopper when not in use.

• Weight of mounted machines, including their loads, can influence tractor maneuverability. Refer to tractor OM for ballasting.

Weight of mounted machines, including their loads, can influence vehicle manuerability. Refer to vehicle OM for ballasting.

Practice Safe Maintenance

• Only qualified, trained adults should service this machine.

• Understand service procedure before doing work.

Keep area clean and dry.

• Do not operate the engine in a confined space where dangerous fumes can collect.

• Never lubricate, service or adjust the machine or attachment while it is moving. Keep safety devices in place and in working condition. Keep hardware tight.

• Keep hands, feet, clothing, jewelry, and long hair away from any moving parts, to prevent them from getting caught.

• Lower any attachment completely to the ground or to an existing attachment mechanical stop before servicing the attachment. Disengage all power and stop the engine. Lock park brake and remove the key.

Let machine cool.

• Disconnect the negative battery cable(s) before making any repairs.

• Before servicing machine or attachment, carefully release pressure from any components with stored energy, such as hydraulic components and springs.

• Release hydraulic pressure by lowering attachment or cutting units to the ground or to a mechanical stop and move hydraulic control levers.

• Securely support any machine or attachment elements that must be raised for service work.

Use jack stands or lock service latches to support components when needed.

• Never run engine unless park brake is locked.

• Keep all parts in good condition and properly installed. Fix damage immediately. Replace worn or broken parts. Replace all worn or damaged safety and instruction decals.

• Check all hardware at frequent intervals to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition.

• Do not modify machine or safety devices.

Unauthorized modifications to the machine or attachment may impair its function and safety.


Safety

Parking Safely

1. Stop vehicle on a level surface, not a slope.

2. Fully lower the cargo box and any attachments on the machine that can be lowered.

3. Fully engage parking brake and ensure vehicle is not moving.

4. Stop engine.

5. Remove key.

6. Before you leave the operator’s seat, wait for the engine and all moving parts to stop.

Disconnect the negative battery cable before servicing the machine.

Wear Appropriate Clothing

• Always wear eye protection when operating the machine.

• Wear close fitting clothing and safety equipment appropriate for the job.

• While operating this machine, always wear substantial footwear and long trousers. Do not operate the equipment when barefoot or wearing open sandals.

• Wear a suitable protective device such as earplugs.

Loud noise can cause impairment or loss of hearing.

• Always wear substantial footwear. Do not operate the equipment when barefoot or wearing open sandals.

• Do not mix chemicals unless stated on the container label.

• Store chemicals when not in use according to the container label.

• Keep the container closed tightly except when preparing the mix.

Handle Waste Products and Chemical Products

Safely

• Direct exposure to hazardous chemicals can cause serious injury. Potentially hazardous chemicals used with John Deere equipment include pesticides, herbicides and fungicides.

• A Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) provides specific details on chemical products: physical and health hazards, safety procedures, and emergency response techniques.

• The MSDS should be obtained from the chemical dealer at the time of the chemical purchase.

• Check the MSDS before beginning any job using a hazardous chemical. Know exactly what the risks are and how to do the job safely. Always wear recommended personal protection equipment.

• Waste products, such as used oil, fuel, coolant, brake fluid, and batteries, can harm the environment and people.

• Do not use beverage containers for waste fluids - someone may drink from them.

• See your local Recycling Center or authorized dealer to learn how to recycle or get rid of waste products.

Read Chemical Container Label

• Chemicals can be dangerous. Improper selection or use can injure persons, animals, plants, soils or other property. Select the right chemical for the job and handle and apply with care.

• Read the instructions, precautions, and warnings on the container label before opening. Use the product strictly according to label directions for specific applications, in the amounts specified, at the times specified and only when needed.

• Do not remove labels from chemical containers. Store all chemicals in their original containers.


Assembly

Parts in Kit

A

Description

Spreader Assembly

Spreader Harness

Receptacle Dust Cap

Letter

A

Not Shown

Not Shown

Qty

1

1

1

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43” GATOR DROP SPREADER

Installation

Assembling Spreader

1. For use with 835/865 Gator, remove CAN termination plug (A) from spreader harness and replace with receptacle dust cap (B).

B

A

D

Installing Spreader

1. To aid in assembly, add grease to the slots.

NOTE: It is recommended that two people lift the spreader for installation.

C

A

B

2. Side receiver arms (A) into slots (B) until it clicks to lock into place. Be sure that the hitch latches securely.

3. Plug the spreader harness into the chassis harness

(C). Secure the harness to the hitch using the harness clips (D).


Operation

Determine Vehicle Load Capacity

Use the vehicle’s Operator’s Manual to determine vehicle load capacity.

Metering Gate Adjustment

To adjust the opening on the metering gate, squeeze lever

(A) downward and rotate handle (B) to desired opening.

There are 6 gate positions, each position increments the gate by approximately 1/4”.

CAUTION: Avoid Injury! Overloading the vehicle causes loss of control and causes serious injury or death.

• Do not allow the Gross Vehicle Weight

( ) to exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight

Rating (GVWR) of the vehicle.

• Remove excess weight before operating

vehicle.

Note: Optional equipment and attachments that are not standard equipment reduce your cargo box capacity; so they must be included when determining gross vehicle weight.

A

B

Preventing and Clearing blockages.

A

Use Correct Tires and Inflation

See specification section of this operators manual for spreader weight

See tire descriptions and inflation pressures for load conditions in the specifications section of the vehicles operator’s manual.

CAUTION: Help prevent severe bodily injury or death, failure to observe the recommendations in the vehicle operator’s manual may result in loss of stability and operator control.

Calculate Application Rate

• Determine the vehicle speed that will be used.

•

•

•

Place the container on a scale and make note of the weight or tare the scale.

Measure the weight / mass of the material spread in 30 seconds. Subtract the weight / mass of the container.

Divide lbs measured in 30 seconds by the intended speed of the vehicle in mph, and multiply by 6.06 to get lbs per 1000 ft².

lbs per 30 seconds intended vehicle speed in mph kg per 30 seconds intended vehicle speed in kmph x 6.06 = lbs

1000ft 2 x 3.5 = kg

1000m 2

Material flows best when material is free of large clumps.

If a blockage occurs or material is not spreading, proceed with the following steps until the blockage is cleared.

1. Open the metering gate to a larger position and attempt to spread material again.

2. Turn on the vibrator to help break apart any clumps of material and help the material to flow into the rotor tray.

Attempt to spread again.

3. If the auger is stalled and jammed. Follow reverse auger direction instructions.

4. Disconnect power from the spreader. Remove lid and open top grate. Remove any clumped material from the hopper

Spreader Components

Hopper

Vibration

Motor

Controller

Display

Auger Motor

5 cu. ft. capacity, stainless steel hopper

Variable speed 12V DC vibrating motor that helps material flow

Controls the vibration motor and auger motor

2.4 in. monochrome OLED with 7 buttons

Variable speed 12V DC motor drives the auger that moves material out of the hopper


Operation

Spreader Feature

Auger Reverse/Jam Clear

Error Message/Diagnostics

Vibratory motor for improved material flow

Variable Speed Auger

Adjustable gate for precise material application

Turning On Display

The vehicle key must be in the “On” or “Run” position for the display to turn on.

When turned on, a splash screen will appear as the software loads. The operation page will appear when loading is complete. The spreader is now ready to operate.

Navigation

Control the spreader using the buttons on the display.

Button functionality is described in the table below and varies by screen.

Button #

1

2

3

ON

OFF

OPEN/

ON

Button Functions

Spinner/

Auger On

Spinner/

Auger Off

Gate Open/

Vibe ON

Press the “ON” button to turn on the auger.

Press the “OFF” button to turn off the auger.

Press the OPEN/ON button to turn on the vibratory motor.

4

5

6

7

CLOSE/

OFF

Gate

Close/Vibe

OFF

Down

Arrow

Press the CLOSE/

OFF button to turn off the vibratory motor.

Press to decrease the speed of the auger.

Up Arrow Press to increase the speed of the auger.

MENU Menu

Button

Press to enter the menu.

From the operation page, an operator can power on the spreader, enter the menu, or spinner speed.


Operation

Default Motor Controls

Starting and

Stopping Spreader

Press the ON button to turn on the spinner/auger.

Gate/Vibe Control

Press the OFF button to turn off the spinner/auger

Press the OPEN/ON button to open the gate or to turn on the vibe.

Adjusting Motor

Speed

Press the CLOSE/OFF button to close the gate or to turn off the vibe.

Press the bottom left button

(down arrow) to decrease the speed of the motor in 11% increments.

Press the bottom mid button (up arrow) to increase the speed of the motor in 11% increments.

Entering the Menu Press the bottom right button

(menu) to enter the menu.

NOTE: In order to control the Gate/Vibratory Motor the Spinner/Auger must be active, if it is not active the

Gate/Vibe label state will blink indicating the motor is disabled.

Main Menu

Pressing the menu button will enter the main menu.

Once in the main menu, the user can select the following:

Menu Options

Diagnostics Review the warning and fault list.

Maintenance Displays maintenance menu with options to reverse auger.

Settings

System

Support

Adjusts the parameters of the display.

Display system’s voltage and temperature.

Displays support information.

Controller Info Displays controller information

Display Info

Exit

Displays system information.

Returns to the home page.

Maintenance Menu

Reverse Auger

The reverse auger feature allows users to reverse the auger in case of a jam.

To activate the reverse auger feature:

1. Select maintenance for the main menu.

2. Press start. The auger will pulse 3 times and the start button changes to pulsing to indicate the auger is turning.

3. If the auger needs to be reversed further, press start again and wait for the reverse cycle to complete.

4. Press the exit button to return to the main menu.

5. If jam cannot be cleared, refer to cleaning auger section


Operation

Settings Menu

Selecting settings from the main menu will enter the settings menu.

From the settings menu, the user can select the following:

• Display to select the brightness level.

•

•

CAN, to enable/disable the CAN terminator resistor.

Exit, go back to main menu.


Operation

Display Screen Messages

During operation a message may appear describing a potential issue or problem.

Motor Over Current

Motor Open Circuit

Voltage High

Voltage low

No Comm

A motor is drawing too much current. Spreader will shut down, display an error message, and prompt the operator to reset the spreader.

The spinner disk may be jammed and needs to be cleared.

This message is displayed when a motor is disconnected.

Ensure that all harnesses are installed correctly, and connectors are fully seated.

Ensure that the status light on the motor controller is green.

This message is displayed when the controller is receiving a voltage higher than 16V.

Please check battery voltage.

This message is displayed when the controller is receiving a voltage lower than 9V. Please check battery voltage.

This message is displayed when there is a loss of communication with the motor controller. Ensure that all harnesses are installed correctly, and connectors are fully seated. Ensure that the status light on the motor controller is green.

Spreading

NOTE: Always use the hopper cover to prevent moisture buildup. Do not let spreader sit idle with material in the hopper for an extended period of time.

This can cause material to compact, reduce or stop the flow of material and cause permanent hopper damage.

IMPORTANT: Never operate near pedestrians.

Never exceed 10 mph while spreading. This spreader is for rock salt, ice melt, fertilizer or lime only.

CAUTION: DO NOT leave unused material in hopper. Material can freeze or solidify, causing unit to not work properly. Empty and clean after each use.

CAUTION: Disconnect electric and/or hydraulic power and tag out if required before servicing or performing maintenance.


Maintenance

Routine Maintenance

Before performing any maintenance, turn off the spreader and park machine safely (see Parking Safely in the

Safety section). Unplug the spreader harness from the controller.

Use dielectric grease on all electrical connection to prevent corrosion being at the end of the season and each time power plugs are disconnected.

Cleaning Auger

To clean the auger area, do not reach down from the top of the machine. The tray housing the auger is removable.

1. Disconnect the power cord (A) to the drive motor.

Adjusting Chain Tension

4. Remove bolt (E) and lift bottom of shield until it is rotated about 90° and pull out.

E

B

5. Loosen three bolts (F) and slide the motor mount plate rearward. The slack-side (G) tension should be 1/4” to

5/16” (6mm to 8mm) of midspan movement.

Re-tighten three bolts.

A

1/4” to 5/16”

F

G

2. Lock out the pins (B) on both sides of the machine.

When the second pin is pulled, the rear of the tray will drop.

NOTE: It is recommended two people remove the rotor assembly

3. Lift pivot bolts (C) off the hooks (D) and the auger can be removed for cleaning. (Left side shown above)

D

C

Chain Lubrication

Schedule chain lubrication:

• Apply lubrication upon removal from storage

• Reapply lubrication every 20 hours of use

• Apply lubrication prior to storage

Cleaning

To protect from corrosion, clean spreader after every use with warm water and mild detergent.

Do not leave material in the spreader.


Removal and Storage

Removal

CAUTION: Disconnect electric and/or hydraulic power and tag out if required before servicing or performing maintenance.

NOTE: It is recommended that two people lift the spreader to remove it from the vehicle

1. Disconnect spreader wire harness from chassis harness.

2. Unclip the spreader harness from the hitch and loop the harness around spreader frame.

NOTE: It is recommended that two people lift the spreader for this removal

A

3. Lift Lock bar (A) and slide implement outwards.

4. Lift away the implement.

Storage

1. Wash spreader and allow to dry.

2. Apply dielectric grease to all electrical components to prevent corrosion

3. Cover spreader and store.


Troubleshooting

The Display Module and Control Module work as a system and communicate with each other over the CAN bus. Both modules should be powered up at the same time for proper functionality.

Symptom Troubleshooting Guide

Control Module and/or Display Module does not turn on

Control Module status light is off

Display Module screen is off and/or status light is off

1. Ensure connections are fully seated.

2. Remove front wire harness. Check for 12v at pins A-J at rear connection attachment point.

3. If no voltage, vehicle has insufficient power or ground connection.

• If 12V, check for 12v at pins at pins 2-3 on display side of connector.

• If no voltage, replace wire harness.

• If 12v, display is faulty. Replace display.

No Communications

No Communications

No CAN communication between Control Module and

Display Module

Vibratory Motor does not turn on

Material does not flow through gate

Check for 12V at controller pins M1-M4, if no voltage check:

• Fuse on Gator Harness

• Chassis harness connection

• Spreader harness connection.

• Display harness connection.

• Spreader harness connection.

• Check continuity from control module pin A2 to spreader harness pin 4

• Check continuity from control module pin C2 to spreader harness pin 5

• A vibratory motor that has not been recently used can seize. A few light taps with a hammer or mallet on the motor will typically free the motor

• Open the gate to the next position to increase flow

• Material that has gotten damp may clump and will not flow as well as dry material. Always operate the spreader with the lid installed

Display Module Error Codes

SPN Error Description

Internal temperature above 75C

Internal temperature above 65C

Troubleshooting Guide

The module will stop operating the spreader if the internal temperature rises above 75C. This is a latching fault to protect the electronics. Reduce the module’s exposure to high temperatures to allow its internal temperature to fall below 75C. The module must be power cycled to recover from a high temperature fault.

No action is necessary. The module will continue operating the spreader with an internal temperature between 65C and 75C but will stop operating the spreader if the internal temperature rises above 75C.


Troubleshooting

SPN Error

1104 High Voltage Fault

1105

1106 Low Voltage Fault

1107

1108

9999

High Voltage

Warning

Low Voltage

Warning

Lost

Communication

Fault

Unknown Fault

Description

Internal temperature below -30C

Internal temperature below -20C

System voltage above 19V

System voltage above 18V

System voltage below 6.5V

System voltage below 7V

Lost CAN communication

Unknown Fault


The module will stop operating the spreader if the internal temperature falls below -30C. This is a latching fault to protect the electronics. Reduce the module’s exposure to low temperatures to allow its internal temperature to rise above -30C. The module must be power cycled to recover from a low temperature fault.

No action is necessary. The module will continue operating the spreader with an internal temperature between -20C and -30C but will stop operating the spreader if the internal temperature falls below -30C.

The module will stop operating the spreader if the system voltage rises above 19V. This is a latching fault to protect the electronics.

The module must be power cycled to recover from a high voltage fault. Note that the Display Module high voltage fault is not the same as the Control Module high voltage fault.

No action is necessary. The module will continue operating the spreader with a system voltage between 18V and 19V but will stop operating the spreader if the system voltage rises above 19V. Note that the Display Module high voltage warning is not the same as the Control Module high voltage warning.

The module will stop operating the spreader if the system voltage falls below 6.5V. This is a latching fault to protect the electronics.

The module must be power cycled to recover from a low voltage fault. Note that the Display Module low voltage fault is not the same as the Control Module low voltage fault.

No action is necessary. The module will continue operating the spreader with a system voltage between 7V and 6.5V but will stop operating the spreader if the system voltage falls below 6.5V. Note that the Display Module low voltage warning is not the same as the Control Module low voltage warning.

The module will stop operating the spreader if the CAN communication with the Motor Controller is lost. Make sure all wiring harness connections are secure and all wiring is intact and undamaged. The modules must be power cycled to recover from a lost communication fault.

Contact Superior Tech for support.

Control Module Error Codes

The Control Module for the Drop Spreader contains two motor drivers: MD1 controls the Auger and MD2 controls the vibratory motor. The errors that reference MD1 are related to the auger. The errors that reference MD2 are related to the vibratory motor.

SPN Error

6100 MD1 Open Circuit

Description

Motor Driver

1 output is disconnected


The motor driver checks if a load is connected between the positive and negative motor driver outputs before attempting to drive the motor. This is a latching fault to protect the electronics.

Verify that the connections at the controller terminals are properly secured, the wiring harnesses are not damaged, and all wiring harness connectors are properly connected. Verify that the motor is not damaged. The module must be power cycled to recover from the open circuit fault.


Troubleshooting

SPN

6101 MD1 Over Current

6102

6103

6104

6105

6106

6107

6108

6109

Error

MD1 Short to

Battery

MD1 Short to

Ground

MD1 TLE

OverTemp Fault

MD1 TLE

OverTemp Warning

MD1 FET

Overtemp Fault

MD1 FET

Overtemp Warning

MD1 High VBAT

Fault

MD1 High VBAT

Warning

Description

Motor Driver 1 current draw above

15A

Motor Driver 1 output shorted to battery positive

Motor Driver 1 output shorted to battery negative

Motor Driver 1 internal temperature above 75C


Motor Driver 1 FET temperature above

75C


65C

Motor Driver 1 voltage above 18V



The motor driver will stop operating the spreader if the output current goes above 15A. This is a latching fault to protect the electronics. Verify that the motor is not damaged. A heavily loaded or jammed auger can result in a very high current draw. Reduce the load on the auger or clear the jam before power cycling the module to recover from the over current fault.

The motor driver checks if the positive or negative motor driver outputs are shorted to battery positive (12V) before attempting to drive the motor. This is a latching fault to protect the electronics.

Verify that the connections at the controller terminals are not being bridged by any conductive material. Verify that the wiring harnesses are not damaged and all wiring harness connectors are properly connected.

The motor driver checks if the positive or negative motor driver outputs are shorted to battery negative (ground or 0V) before attempting to drive the motor. This is a latching fault to protect the electronics. Verify that the connections at the controller terminals are not being bridged by any conductive material. Verify that the wiring harnesses are not damaged and all wiring harness connectors are properly connected.




No action is necessary. The module will continue operating the spreader with an internal FET temperature between 65C and 75C but will stop operating the spreader if the internal FET temperature rises above 75C.


The module must be power cycled to recover from a high voltage fault. Note that the Control Module high voltage fault is not the same as the Display Module high voltage fault.

No action is necessary. The module will continue operating the spreader with a system voltage between 16V and 18V but will stop operating the spreader if the system voltage rises above 18V. Note that the Control Module high voltage warning is not the same as the Display Module high voltage warning.


Troubleshooting

SPN

6110

6111

6112

6113

6202

6203

6204

Error

MD1 Low VBAT

Fault

MD1 Low VBAT

Warning

MD1 No

Communication

MD1 Lost

Communication

6200 MD2 Open Circuit

6201 MD2 Over Current

MD2 Short to

Battery

MD2 Short to

Ground

MD2 TLE

OverTemp Fault

Description

Motor Driver 1 voltage below 8V


Motor Driver 1 is not responding at power up

Motor Driver 1 has lost communication for 10 seconds

Motor Driver

2 output is disconnected

Motor Driver 2 current draw above

15A

Motor Driver 2 output shorted to battery positive

Motor Driver 2 output shorted to battery negative



The module will stop operating the spreader if the system voltage falls below 8V. This is a latching fault to protect the electronics.

The module must be power cycled to recover from a low voltage fault. Note that the Control Module low voltage fault is not the same as the Display Module low voltage fault.

No action is necessary. The module will continue operating the spreader with a system voltage between 8V and 9V but will stop operating the spreader if the system voltage falls below 8V. Note that the Control Module low voltage warning is not the same as the

Display Module low voltage warning.

The module will not operate if it cannot communicate with the internal motor driver at power up. Power cycle the module. If the error is still active contact Superior Tech for support.

The module will stop operating if it loses communication with the internal motor driver for more than 10 seconds. Power cycle the module. If the error is still active contact Superior Tech for support.

The motor driver checks if a load is connected between the positive and negative motor driver outputs before attempting to drive the motor. This is a latching fault to protect the electronics.

Verify that the connections at the controller terminals are properly secured, the wiring harnesses are not damaged, and all wiring harness connectors are properly connected. Verify that the motor is not damaged. The module must be power cycled to recover from the open circuit fault.

The motor driver will stop operating the spreader if the output current goes above 15A. This is a latching fault to protect the electronics. Verify that the motor is not damaged. A vibratory motor that has not been recently used can seize. A few light taps with a hammer or mallet on the motor will typically free the motor.

Attempt to free the vibratory before power cycling the module to recover from the over current fault.

The motor driver checks if the positive or negative motor driver outputs are shorted to battery positive (12V) before attempting to drive the motor. This is a latching fault to protect the electronics.

Verify that the connections at the controller terminals are not being bridged by any conductive material. Verify that the wiring harnesses are not damaged and all wiring harness connectors are properly connected.

The motor driver checks if the positive or negative motor driver outputs are shorted to battery negative (ground or 0V) before attempting to drive the motor. This is a latching fault to protect the electronics. Verify that the connections at the controller terminals are not being bridged by any conductive material. Verify that the wiring harnesses are not damaged and all wiring harness connectors are properly connected.



Troubleshooting

SPN

6205

6206

6207

6208

6209

6210

6211

6212

6213

6400

6401

Error

MD2 TLE

OverTemp Warning

MD2 FET

Overtemp Fault

MD2 FET

Overtemp Warning

MD2 High VBAT

Fault

MD2 High VBAT

Warning

MD2 Low VBAT

Fault

MD2 Low VBAT

Warning

MD2 No

Communication

MD2 Lost

Communication

Motor Driver

Mismatch Version

Spreader

Type Memory

Corruption

Description



75C


65C





Motor Driver 2 is not responding at power up

Motor Driver 2 has lost communication for 10 seconds

Motor Driver 1 and

Motor Driver 2 have different software versions

Spreader Type stored in memory is not valid




No action is necessary. The module will continue operating the spreader with an internal FET temperature between 65C and 75C but will stop operating the spreader if the internal FET temperature rises above 75C.


The module must be power cycled to recover from a high voltage fault. Note that the Control Module high voltage fault is not the same as the Display Module high voltage fault.

No action is necessary. The module will continue operating the spreader with a system voltage between 16V and 18V but will stop operating the spreader if the system voltage rises above 18V. Note that the Control Module high voltage warning is not the same as the Display Module high voltage warning.

The module will stop operating the spreader if the system voltage falls below 8V. This is a latching fault to protect the electronics.

The module must be power cycled to recover from a low voltage fault. Note that the Control Module low voltage fault is not the same as the Display Module low voltage fault.

No action is necessary. The module will continue operating the spreader with a system voltage between 8V and 9V but will stop operating the spreader if the system voltage falls below 8V. Note that the Control Module low voltage warning is not the same as the

Display Module low voltage warning.

The module will not operate if it cannot communicate with the internal motor driver at power up. Power cycle the module. If the error is still active contact Superior Tech for support.

The module will stop operating if it loses communication with the internal motor driver for more than 10 seconds. Power cycle the module. If the error is still active contact Superior Tech for support.

The module will not operate if the software loaded in the motor drivers does not match. Power cycle the module. If the error is still active contact Superior Tech for support.

The module will not operate if the software does not load the proper spreader type from internal memory. Power cycle the module. If the error is still active contact Superior Tech for support.


Wiring Diagram

Spreader Harness Connections

2 pin Connector pin 1 pin 2

Battery Positive

Battery Negative

6 pin Connector pin 1 pin 2 pin 3 pin 4 pin 5 pin 6

Switched Battery Positive

Battery Negative

Ignition

CAN-

CAN+

No Connect

E

F

C

D

G

H

Control Module Output Terminals

A Spinner Motor Negative

B Spinner Motor Positive

Battery Negative

Battery Positive

Vibratory Motor Negative

Vibratory Motor Positive

No Connect

No Connect


Specifications

Spreader

Hopper Volume 14 cu m (5 cu ft)

Auger Motor

Type

Current Draw

Speed

Ratio

Vibrator Motor

Type

Current Draw

Max Force

12V Brushed DC

1.4 Amps

Variable, 6 RPM max.

5:1

12V Brushed DC

5 Amps

40 lbs

Hopper Cover Material Stainless Steel

Dimensions

Length

Width

Height

40 in (101.6 cm)

48 in (121.9 cm)

32 in (81.3 cm)

Weight

Empty

Approx Full

185 lb (84 kg)

528 lb (240 kg)


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Good Quality Service

John Deere Quality Continues with Quality Service

John Deere provides a process to handle your questions or problems, should they arise, to ensure that product quality continues with quality parts and service support.

Follow the steps below to get answers to any questions you may have about your product.

Refer to your attachment and machine operator manuals.

In North America or Canada, call John Deere Special

Services at 1-888-867-2238 and provide product serial number (if available) and model number.


Warranty

Limited Warranty for New John Deere

Licensed Products

Superior Tech spreaders are guaranteed to be free from defects in material and workmanship from the date of purchase for 1 year residential use, 6 months commercial use, provided that the purchaser properly assembles, installs, uses and maintains the products in accordance with this manual.

Purchaser’s failure to adhere to such requirements will void the warranty. To the extent permitted by applicable law, all other warranties, representations, obligations and conditions, expressed or implied, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for any particular purpose and non-infringement, are hereby disclaimed and excluded.

Any product which does not meet warranty shall, as purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy, be repaired or replaced by Superior Tech. This warranty is non-transferable.

In addition, our warranty does not cover:

• Labor charges

• Loss or consequential, incidental or special damages of any kind.

This product was manufactured by Superior Tech, Inc, a John Deere Licensee, located at 1811 Rohrerstown Road, Lancaster, PA 17601. If you have any questions or concerns with the assembly, installation, or operation of this attachment, see your local John Deere dealer or call Superior Tech at 1-888-867-2238 for assistance.


Agri-Fab LP69911 Manual

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

43” Gator Drop Spreader

Introduction

Using Your Operator’s Manual

Table of Contents

Product Compatibility

Safety Labels

Safety Label Locations

Understanding The Machine Safety Labels

French or Spanish Safety Labels and Operator’s

Manual

Safety Labels

WARNING

CAUTION

CAUTION

Safety

Read Safety in Machine Operator’s Manual

Operating Safety

Practice Safe Maintenance

Safety

Parking Safely

Wear Appropriate Clothing

Handle Waste Products and Chemical Products

Safely

Read Chemical Container Label

Assembly

Parts in Kit

A

Parts not shown to scale

Installation

Assembling Spreader

Installing Spreader

Operation

Determine Vehicle Load Capacity

Metering Gate Adjustment

Preventing and Clearing blockages.

Use Correct Tires and Inflation

Calculate Application Rate

Spreader Components

Operation

Spreader Feature

Turning On Display

Navigation

Operation

Default Motor Controls

Main Menu

Menu Options

Maintenance Menu

Reverse Auger

Operation

Settings Menu

Operation

Display Screen Messages

Spreading

Maintenance

Routine Maintenance

Cleaning Auger

Adjusting Chain Tension

Chain Lubrication

Cleaning

Removal and Storage

Removal

Storage

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting

Wiring Diagram

Specifications

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Good Quality Service

Warranty

Limited Warranty for New John Deere

Licensed Products

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