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FIGURE 29
APPLICATION TIPS
1. To help prevent compacting and clogging when using
granular
material, avoid unnecessary towing while
hopper is filled.
2. Reduce the flow setting for speeds slower than
3 M.P.H. and increase the setting for higher speeds.
3. To avoid misses or striping, overlap the previous pass
slightly. Spread width is approximately 40".
4. For easiest application, first apply material across
both ends of the area. Two or three passes on each
end are sufficient. Then apply material back and forth
as shown. Use the end areas for turning around,
shutting off the spreader as you enter the end areas
and turning the spreader on again as your leave the
end areas for your next pass. See figure 30.
5. If lawn is odd shaped, spread a border around the
edges and then spread between the border.
6.
Be careful when spreading around ornamental plants
because weed control chemicals can damage these
plants.
PLASTIC
KNOB
FLOW RATE
SETTING (6)
0
1
2
4
6
FLOW CONTROL ARM
ON
OPERATION
HOW TO USE YOUR SPIKER/SPREADER
1. Refer to the instruction label on the material package
and to the instruction decal on your spreader to help
determine the proper spreader setting and application
rate. Also see the Setting Chart on this page for
a general range of settings for commonly used
materials.
2. Loosen the knob and adjust the flow control gauge to
the recommended setting. Retighten the knob. See
figure 29.
3. Determine the approximate square footage of the area
to be covered and estimate the amount of fertilizer or
seed required.
4. Move the spiker/spreader to the area where
application is to begin.
5. Making sure the flow control arm is in the "OFF"
position, fill the hopper, breaking up any lumps.
6. Lower the aerator spikes to the operating position.
7. Start the spreader in motion and then pull the flow
control arm forward to the "ON" position as you travel
across your lawn. The recommended towing speed is
3 m.p.h.
8. Do not make sharp turns with spikes in the ground.
9. Raise aerator spikes to transport position when
crossing over concrete or other hard surfaces.
10. Do not aerate if the ground is extremely hard or dry.
If ground is too dry, sprinkle or water for one to two
hours prior to use.
11. Do not aerate if the ground is too wet (muddy).
IMPORTANT:
Always move flow control arm to "OFF"
position to prevent excessive release of fertilizer when
stopping, turning or filling the spreader.
FIGURE 30
MAINTENANCE
1. Check nuts and bolts for tightness before each use.
2. Always empty hopper after each use, storing leftover
material in it's original bag.
3. Wash and dry thoroughly after each use.
4. Apply a light coat of oil on exposed metal parts to help
prevent rust.
5. At least once a year, apply a few drops of oil to wheels
and to plastic bearings in spike disks, at ends of
aerator shaft and at ends of hopper shaft.
6. Clean and oil drive chain once a year.
Spike points are sharp. Exercise caution
when working with hands near spike disks.
Flow Rate Setting
MATERIAL
TYPE
At 3 M.P.H.
SETTING CHART
Fertilizer
Granular / Pelleted
0-1 / 0-2
Grass Seed
Fine / Coarse
5-6 / 7-8
3 M.P.H. is equivalent to traveling 100 feet in 23 seconds.
