Operation
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1.
Adjustment knob
3.
RH Motion control
2.
Front reference/speed
control bar
3.
Move the bar forward to obtain the fastest speed.
Move the bar backward to obtain the slowest
speed.
4.
On both sides, tighten the knobs.
Important:
Make sure the knobs are tight so the
front reference/speed control bar does not move
during operation.
Operating the Spreader
The spreader disperses free-flowing granular
substances such as grass seed, fertilizer, ice melt, etc.
When using the spreader, first fill the granule hopper,
then apply to the work area, and finally clean the
hopper. It is important to complete all three of these
steps to avoid damaging the spreader.
Note:
Clean your spreader thoroughly after all
applications.
Before Operating the Spreader
Make sure the spreader has been calibrated for the
material to be spread before starting (see
Calibrating
the Spreader
section).
Important:
Verify that the proper application
rate has been set prior to filling the hopper.
Filling the Spreader Hopper
1.
Stop the machine on a level surface, move motion
control lever to the neutral position, stop the
engine, and set the parking brake.
2.
Use the Spreading Chart on the following pages
to determine the rate dial and linkage.
Note:
If the setting is not listed for the type of
material being used, place the setting at a lower
value then adjust as needed.
3.
Drive to the work area.
4.
Stop the machine on a level surface, leave motion
control lever in the neutral position, stop the
engine, and set the parking brake.
5.
Ensure that the hopper gate is closed.
6.
Remove the cover from the hopper, add the
material to be spread, and replace the cover.
Note:
Do Not overload the hopper (refer to the
Maximum Hopper Capacity in
Specifications
section).
Note:
Do Not exceed the Maximum Machine
Weight as stated in the
Specifications
section.
Overloading the machine will shorten the life of
the transmission and void the warranty.
Spreading
Spreading Tips:
•
To ensure uniform application, be sure to overlap
the material distribution. The highest amount
of material will dispense from the front of the
hopper and less material from each side. Adjust
the distribution pattern to achieve desired results.
•
Watch for changes in the distribution pattern;
unequal distribution may lead to striping.
Note:
Make sure the machine has been calibrated
properly before starting the spreading application.
1.
Start the engine and place the throttle midway
between the “SLOW” and “FAST” positions.
2.
Set the impeller speed to appropriate broadcast
rate setting.
3.
Move the throttle to the “FAST” position and
drive forward.
4.
Pull the Spreader On/Off handle up to open the
hopper gate and begin spreading.
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