Invicta Mini Towable Grit Spreader

Operation

1. Position the Forklift Truck so that you leave enough room behind the counter weight to operate safe fitting of the
spreader
2. To attach using:-
• Towing Eye – Lift the tow pin in the counter weight of the Forklift Truck and position the towing eye on the
Spreader into the counterweight slot and drop the tow pin through the towing eye.
• Ball hitch – Pull the Spreader up to the rear of the towing vehicle, lift and pull the handle on the Ball Hitch and
position over the towbar ball and lower, then push the handle down to lock.
3. Ensure that the hopper is vertical by adjusting the hole position in the diagonal adjustable arm (this ensures an even
spreading and distribution of salt).
4. Fill the spreader to the desired level with Dry White Salt only
5. Position the flow restriction slide arm to suit level of salt flow required
6. The attachment is now ready for use.
7. Close the flow restriction slide arm when spreading is complete
 

Invicta Mini Towable Spreader - 190L Capacity

The Mini Towable Spreader is the perfect solution to utilize your existing Forklift and Tug Machine to salt your private access road and goods yards. The Spreader is towed behind your vehicle with either a standard towing eye or ball hitch and salts the area via the contact axle wheels and gearbox without any electrical or hydraulic connections.

Standard Features

• Comes with an adjustable flow regulator to ensure economical usage and spread width.
• Base mounted agitator within the hopper to minimise blockages.
• Comes with both the towing eye and ball hitch so you can easily connect.
• Large pneumatic tyres.

Hopper Opening Width - 860mm

Hopper Height - 590mm

* Please note this product does not come with a grid and is suitable for use with dry white rock salt only

* The colour is for illustration purposes only the actual colour delivered may differ. If colour specific is required, please let us know and we will endeavour to find out what colours are currently available.

Maintenance

1. The unit should be inspected weekly for general condition with particular attention paid to:
A – All weld points
B – Any damaged components
C – Lock & latches
D – Pivot points
E – The agitator unit is clean and free moving.
F – Both tyres are inflated to the correct PSI.

2. All bolts must be checked for tightness.
3. Ensure unit is kept lubricated around axle base.
4. Damage or failure must be reported and rectified immediately prior to re-use of spreader.
5. General surface rusting especially in the critical areas should be treated with proprietary inhibitors, primers and paint on a regular basis.
6. It is advised that when not in use the unit is kept in a sheltered environment.
7. Wash unit down with clean water after each use, paying particular attention to all moving parts for example the wheels, gearbox and axle.
 

Health and Safety

1. The manager of the department or section where the attachment is to be used must be responsible for ensuring the operators are fully conversant with the attachment, its operation and maintenance.
2. Operators must keep clear of the mechanism at all times and especially whilst in operation.
3. When turning corners please ensure that a wide arc is taken to suit the forklift characteristics to prevent the spreader from `Sliding` the corner.
4. If angle adjustment is needed ensure the truck is at a complete standstill and free of salt before adjustments are made.
5. The unit is not suitable for use on public roads; it may only be used on private land.
6. When performing any form of maintenance ensure that the spreader is disconnected from the towing vehicle and the drive wheel is off the ground.
7. Do not stand on the unit if traction is not possible, alternative methods should be explored.

Our shipping costs cover most of the UK - however, parts of England, Scottish Highlands and Islands including areas north of the Glasgow / Edinburgh border, Isle of Wight, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, Anglesey, Western Isles, Shetland Islands, Orkney Islands, Isles of Scilly, Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland may cost more.

Please call before ordering if the delivery postcode is listed below. There may be additional shipping costs. AB, BT, CA, CT, DD, DG, EH, FK, G, GY, IM, IV, JE, KA, KW, KY, LD, LL, ML, PA, PH, PO 30-41 (Isle of Wight), SA, SY, TD, TN, TR, ZE Southern Ireland

Our lead times should only be used as a guide and are subject to change.

Offloading

Unless a hi-ab delivery has been booked at additional cost, it is the customer's responsibility to offload with suitable equipment on the day of delivery and a failed delivery may result in additional charges.

We recommend installers and/or plant hire & materials to install such as excavators, aggregates etc are not booked until you are in receipt of the goods. Tanks Direct cannot be held responsible for costs incurred due to unforeseen delays, please see our terms for more details.

HIAB

HIAB delivery will be required if you need the tank offloaded from the delivery vehicle. The driver will unload the tank from the vehicle to ground level, however this service is not to place the tank in situ, this will need to be arranged separately.

If you have any questions regarding your delivery, please contact the Sales Team on 01643 703358.

Please note - Certain items may not be returnable, for example those made to order or for sanitary reasons. Please check the product page for more information.

Customers may return items within 14 calendar days (as per our Terms & Conditions) - refer to section 7. **

All Items must be returned unused, refunds cannot be issued for used or previously installed items.

Please be aware that returning a tank can be complicated and expensive, so please check that you are ordering the correct item (we suggest checking the dimensions very carefully).

If you wish to return goods, please complete the form on this page to provide further information.

Once your request is approved, a valid Returns Authorisation Number (RAN) will be issued to initiate the returns process along with information on how & where to return your order along with any costs involved.

Please DO NOT return any goods without this authorisation. Goods cannot be accepted without this.

Returns are not accepted at our Minehead Office, please wait until we contact you before returning any goods.

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