Magnum C3C Spreader Sprayer
Operator Manual
Refer to the cover page for restrictions regarding
reproduction or disclosure of this material.
Page 33
September/08
SPREADER CALIBRATION, ADJUSTMENT, AND OPERATION
Description of Spreader features, controls, and operation
This machine uses a familiar 3-hole cyclone type spreader mechanism that broadcast spreads a
pattern width of 14 ± 1 feet (4.3 ± 0.3 meters), as shown in Figure 8.? Using a 7 ± 1 foot (2.1 ±
0.3 meters) overlap travel pattern provides an even distribution of most products. A remote
controlled deflector is provided to cut off the right side of the spread pattern for trimming. A
remote controlled first-hole adjustment plate is provided that should be used with the deflector to
compensate for the amount of product required while trimming and to balance the spreader
pattern for even distribution. An opening and closing handle remotely controls the delivery of
granular material from the hopper. A rate control lever adjusts the amount of product delivered
when the hopper is open. Refer to Figure 6 for location of these controls. The sprayer can be
operated at the same time the spreader is in use, and the seven-foot overlap pattern is also
effective for the sprayer.
Read and follow product label and material safety data sheet
precautions when handling, mixing, applying, and disposing of the
material you are pouring into the hopper or mixing and pouring into
the spray tank. Some materials may present health hazards and will
require protective clothing and/or breathing equipment.
The Spreader Sprayer requires periodic calibration and adjustment to verify the spreader
and sprayer patterns and to verify the correct product delivery rates
.
Whenever you
change products or rates of application and at one-month intervals, or more frequently
during heavy use, verify that the distribution pattern and calibration are still valid. Adjust
as necessary.
After completing spreader calibration, you should regularly compare the amount of
product used to the number of square feet covered.
Spreader Operation
When spreading the engine RPM should be 3450, no matter if you are using high or low gear. If
engine RPMs are too low the spread width will be too narrow.
Start spreader operation by pushing the operating lever forward to the OPEN position.
To stop spreader operation, pull the operating lever rearward to the CLOSED position.
