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Figure 18
1. Rubber isolator
2. Rear position
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.
Some chemicals are more aggressive than others
and each chemical interacts differently with various
materials. Some consistencies (e.g. wettable
powders, charcoal) are more abrasive and lead
to higher than normal wear rates. If a chemical is
available in a formulation that would provide increased
life to the sprayer, use this alternative formulation.
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; refer to
Spreader Calibration (page
Important:
Verify that the proper application rate
has been set prior to filling the hopper.
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3. Middle position
4. Front position
27).
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 Charts on the following
pages to determine the rate dial setting.
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 spreader-sprayer 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
(page
17).
Note:
One extra bag of granular product may
be placed in each fertilizer box; however, do not
exceed the Maximum Machine Weight as stated
in
Specifications (page
machine may shorten the life of the transmission.
Damage caused by overloading is not covered
by warranty.
Note:
When operating the machine, maintain
a minimum of 60 lb (27 kg) in the hopper when
there are 50 lb (23 kg) bags in each fertilizer box.
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 the appropriate
broadcast rate setting.
3.
Move the throttle to the FAST position and drive
forward.
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Specifications
17). Overloading the
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