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Master Gardner S-125 Assembly Manual

125 lb. capacity broadcast spreader

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125 lb. CAPACITY
BROADCAST SPREADER
ASSEMBLY MANUAL
Model S-125
Please read all instruction prior to assembly.
Do not completely tighten screws until the assembly has been
completed. Before assembly it is recommended to set parts on
a at surface and verify that there are no missing parts.
The Master Gardner Company
5770 N. Blackstock Rd.
Spartanburg SC 29303
(800)746-4664
www.mastergardner.com

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  • Page 1 125 lb. CAPACITY BROADCAST SPREADER ASSEMBLY MANUAL Model S-125 The Master Gardner Company 5770 N. Blackstock Rd. Please read all instruction prior to assembly. Spartanburg SC 29303 Do not completely tighten screws until the assembly has been (800)746-4664 completed. Before assembly it is recommended to set parts on www.mastergardner.com...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents General Warnings and Rules.................3 Hazard Signal Word Definitions ................4 Controls and Features Identification ..............5 Component & Hardware .................. 6,7 Assembly Instructions ...............8, 9 10, 11, 12 Operation Instructions................13, 14, 15 Spreading Instructions ..................16 Maintenance and Storage..................17 Specification ......................17 Parts Drawing &...
  • Page 3 GENERAL WARNINGS READ and UNDERSTAND this manual completely before using Push Spreader. Operator must read and understand all safety and warning information, operating instructions, maintenance and storage instructions before operating this equipment. Failure to properly operate and maintain the push spreader could result in serious injury to the operator or bystanders. Operation Warnings ...
  • Page 4: Hazard Signal Word Definitions

    Hazard Signal Word Definitions This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death. DANGER indicates imminently hazardous DANGER situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
  • Page 5: Controls And Features Identification

    Controls and Features Identification Read this owner’s manual before operating the equipment. Familiarize yourself with the location and function of the controls and features. Save this manual for future reference. 1) Handle – Pushes and moves the spreader easily. 2) Flow Control – Controls the flow of material being spread. 3) Hopper –...
  • Page 6 CAUTION Read and follow all instructions for assembly and operation. Failure to properly assemble this equipment could result in serious injury to the user or bystanders, or cause equipment damage . PUSH SPREADER COMPONENT PARTS AND ASSEMBLY. Take all parts out of the shipping crate and inspect components to ensure there are no missing pieces before starting to assemble the push spreader follow steps 1 through 5.
  • Page 7 Component Parts...
  • Page 8: Assembly Instructions

    Assembly Instructions STEP 1: Installing the Wheels 1. On the left side of axle install a wheel bushing and wheel spacer into the axle. 2. Slide a wheel over the axle. 3. Put an Ø16 flat washer over the axle, insert the cotter pin through the hole and secure by bending. 4.
  • Page 9 Step 2: Assembling the Support Leg 1. Position the support leg so the J-shaped end is pointing away from the wheel assembly. 2. Insert the M8x75 hex bolt through the top hole on the support leg and slide the spacer over the bolt end.
  • Page 10 STEP 3: Installing the Hopper 1. Lower the hopper over the mounting assembly, carefully line up the holes in the bottom of the hopper with the spindle in the mounting plate of the axle. 2. Use the M6 x 40 hex bolt and Ø6 flat washer to attach the hopper to the mounting assembly and secure with M6 lock nut.
  • Page 11 STEP 4: Connecting Handle to the Support Leg 1. Slide the handle tube into the top of the support leg and align the two holes. 2. Insert M6x35 hex bots through the two holes on the support leg and tighten with the Ø6 spring washer and M6 lock nut.
  • Page 12 STEP 5: Connecting the Solid Linkage 1. Connect the solid linkage through the bottom fix plate using the Ø8 flat washer and tighten with a M8 lock nut. 2. Connect the other end of the linkage to the flow control with an Ø8 flat washer and M8 lock nut. 3.
  • Page 13: Operation Instructions

    Operation Instructions WARNING Before using the push spreader, review the instructions below and safety information. Failure to follow these instructions may result in property damage or injury to the operator or bystanders. USING YOUR SPREADER 1. Inspect your spreader before each use. Make sure the wheels turn easily, and the gearbox moves when the spreader is pushed.
  • Page 14 Operation Instructions ADJUSTING THE FLOW 1. You can move up the handle to adjust the spreader setting by following the direction of the arrowhead. When then handle moves up to “30”, the adjustable plate is fully open, when it goes to “0”, it’s fully closed.
  • Page 15 Operation Instructions CONSISTENT COVERAGE To insure consistent coverage, make sure each broadcast pattern slightly overlaps the previous broadcast pattern as shown in figure below. The approximate broadcast widths for different materials are shown in the application chart. WARNING Do not over apply spreading material. Follow the recommended coverage rate for each product. Over application will lead to damage and contamination.
  • Page 16: Spreading Instructions

    Spreading Instructions CALCULATING AMOUNT OF MATERIAL NEEDED To calculate the amount of fertilizer you will need to cover your lawn, divide the coverage amount listed on the label by the weight of the fertilizer bag. For example a 10LB. bag of fertilizer with coverage of 10,000 square feet will distribute 1LB.
  • Page 17: Maintenance And Storage

    Maintenance and Storage WARNING Improper maintenance and storage of the push spreader may void your warranty. MAINTENANCE After each use clean material out of hopper. • Rinse/dry inside and outside of the spreader after each use. • Before operating make sure the tires have the RECOMMENDED TIRE PRESSURE 30 PSI. •...
  • Page 18: Parts Drawing & Parts List

    Parts Drawing & Parts List...
  • Page 19 Parts Drawing & Parts List Ref# Description Ref# Description Hopper Spacer Big Flat Washer Ø6 Fixed Crossover Tube Hex Bolt M6x40 Plastic Cap R Pin Ø3 Support Tube Bearing Hex Bolt M6x35 Fixed Adjustable Plate Handle Active Adjustable Plate Handle Cover Base for Spring Axle Bushing Hex Lock Nut M6...