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OPERATION
The product must only be put into operation if no defects are found. It is crucial that any defective parts are
replaced before the product is used again. Check the safety equipment and the safe condition of the
product: Check all parts to make sure that they fit tightly. Check whether there are any visible defects:
DO NOT EXCEED THE EQUIPMENT MAXIMUM LOAD CAPACITY OF 57kg (125lb).
Before filling the hopper, familiarise yourself with the operation of this Spreader.
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The Spreader is designed to be pushed at 3 miles per hour – brisk walking pace. The rate of walking will
affect the spread pattern and flow rate.
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Move the Wing Nut attached to the stop bolt on the gauge to the relevant setting.
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Start pushing the Spreader forward & pull the control lever back to the stop bolt, opening the feed-gate
hole at the bottom of the hopper.
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If the Spreader does not spread evenly, ensure that the FRONT of the gearbox points towards the front of
the Spreader. The impellor must rotate clockwise.
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Material which is stuck on the impellor blades will cause uneven spreading.
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To stop spreading, push the gauge lever forward to close the feed-gate hole in the hopper.
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Remove the agitator when using refined de-icing salt to reduce gearbox damage. Salt may corrode the
machine and reduce its working life. DO NOT USE ROCK SALT.
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If fertiliser is accidentally deposited too heavily in a small area, soak the area thoroughly with a garden
hose or sprinkler to prevent burning the lawn.
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When broadcasting weed control fertilizers, make sure the broadcast pattern does not hit
evergreen trees, flowers or shrubs.
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Always use the rain cover in wet weather conditions to keep the hopper contents dry.
RATE SETTINGS
Our spreaders are designed to spread dry, powdered or granulated materials thinly and evenly over
reasonably smooth surfaces. Due to the many hundreds of different materials which can be used with this
spreader, it is impossible to list them all and the relevant spreader setting for the material. We therefore
recommend that you test the spread pattern on a hard surface (driveway etc), before passing over the area
to be treated.
1. Inspect your spreader before each use. Make sure the wheels turn easily, and the impeller still moves
when the spreader is pushed. The hopper should be clean and free from cracks.
2. Determine approximate square footage of the area to be covered and estimate amount of material
required. Please refer to the spreader setting instructions later in the manual.
3. Spreader is useful for spreading a range of materials (Ice Melt, Fertilizer, Grass Seed). Materials such as
Powder, Manure, Top Soil, Gravel, and Mulch have the wrong physical characteristics and should not be
used with these spreaders.
4. Before filling the hopper, make sure that the flow control lever and the flow control plate are closed.
5. Make sure the R pin is installed through the gearbox spindle in the hopper before starting the spreader.
6. Break up any lumpy material as you fill the hopper.
7. Once you have determined your proper spreader setting and are using the spreader, keep the following
thoughts in mind to optimize spreading results: Always set the adjustable stop with the flow control to the
"0" position and continue moving one more stride whenever you are about to stop or turn the spreader.
This action will close the flow control plate and stop the dispersing of material, which will result in reduced
waste and avoid damaging the lawn with oversaturated material.
8. To maintain the same coverage when walking at a different speed, adjust the flow rate. Reduce the flow
setting for slower speeds and increase the flow setting for higher speeds.
9. Keep the impeller plate horizontal when operating. Tilting the spreader will result in uneven coverage.
DANGER
broken parts, cracks, etc.
DANGER
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