EarthWay
Electric Spreaders
Rate Setting Worksheet
Desired Application Rate (lbs./1,000 sq. ft.) _____________
To determine the desired application rate divide the area (sq. ft.) the bag should cover by the weight of the
bag, then multiply by 1,000. (Example: 5,000 sq. ft. / 25 lbs. = .005 x 1,000 = 5)
_________ Weight of Material Placed in Hopper
- ________ Weight of Material Left in Hopper
= ________ Weight of Material Used
50
Length of Test Area (50 from previous page)
x ______
Width of Spread Area
= _______
Total Spread Area
Divide the Weight of Material Used by the Total Spread Area = _________lbs.\sq. ft.
Multiply the lbs.\sq. ft. times 1,000 = ________lbs\1,000 sq. ft.
Compare the results of your test to the desired application rate.
Adjust the rate setting stop accordingly and run through the test again.
Repeat this process until you have achieved the desired application rate.
The settings furnished on the Rate Setting Chart are intended as a guide only. Variations in physical character-
istics of material applied, brisk walking speed (3 mph.), and roughness of ground surface may require slightly
different spreader settings. Due to the above conditions, EarthWay Products, Inc. makes no warranty as to the
uniformity of coverage actually obtained from the setting listed.
M80
M80 Frame Detail
23.5”
6”
5.375 - 5.5”
Mounting Systems - user fabricated
EarthWay recommends that the M80 be mounted into the bed of a vehicle or to a secure horizontal or vertical
surface capable of holding a 500lb. weight. The hole location & dimensions are for reference when construct-
ing your mount. EarthWay does not offer custom mounts.
