Read Before Using
SPEED - ACCURACY - FREEDOM FROM STRIPES AND STREAKS
are yours - when you use this Spreader.
The spread width ranges from 4 ft. to 12 ft. wide, depending on the
volume/density, particle size of the material and the rate of travel.
The spread thins or feathers at the outer edges, eliminating sharp,
“Edge of spread” lines which cause stripes and streaks. Extra coverage
can be given under trees and other heavy feeding areas without
showing “edge of spread” lines.
Gaps and double overlaps are less likely. Small errors in travel are
forgiven and do not show.
WARNING: When spreading products containing herbicides, exercise extreme
caution with respect to careless spreading and to wind-drift.
CONTACT OF SOME PRODUCTS ON SOME PLANTS CAN BE FATAL.
If a dial setting is not found, use the size and weight comparison table
found on page 13.
Determine a dial setting on the low side. If the setting proves to be
too low, cover the area more than one time. A higher setting can be
used when a proven dial setting is established.
REMEMBER - Published dial settings can be approximate only. The
operation of the spreader, the condition of the material (damp or dry
or over-pulverized) and weather conditions, are all contributing factors.
For these reasons, it’s often a good idea to spread the area 2 times -
at one-half rate - in cross directions (SEE INFORMATION ON ONE-HALF
RATE DIAL SETTINGS ON REFERENCE CHART ON PAGE 13. SPREAD-
ING AT ONE-HALF RATE DIAL SETTINGS IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
UNDER DAMP & HUMID CONDITIONS.
BECOME FAMILIAR WITH THE OPERATION OF THE SPREADER
BEFORE YOU PUT MATERIAL IN THE HOPPER.
Practice walking with the spreader, opening and closing the rate gate
at the appropriate times.
Travel at a constant speed and operate the spreader lever position.
Remember: Open the rate gate after the spreader is in motion at
operating speed (about 3 mph., or at a brisk walking pace).
Close the rate gate while spreader is still at operational speed.
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Rate Dial Adjustment
New Linkage Adjustment Procedure
1. Set regulator dial to 1.
2. Set lever completely to off
position.
3. Attach cable clamp (59) to
ground prop with 1
1
/
4
” bolt
and nut and finger tighten.
4. Route cable through clamp,
then through swivel and then
tighten the cable clamp bolt
just enough to allow the cable
to slide back and forth easily.
5. Adjust sheath on cable so there is a 1/8” inch of control wire that
is visible between the sheath and the edge of the rate gate linkage.
6. Tighten the cable clamp bolt to secure the sheath.
7. Tighten the screw on the cable fastener to anchor the wire, making
sure that the rate gate linkage is pushed up against the dial.
8. Trim excess wire behind cable fastener connector when finished
(if necessary).
Dial Setting Information
The RATE DIAL has 9 numbers with 10 stops
between each number, for accurate control of
the spreading rate.
The dial is set with only a turn. It will automati-
cally lock into the set position. LINE UP THE
DIAL NUMBER WITH THE DIAL INDICATOR.
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