Read Before Using - SPYKER 297 Operation Manual Service Manual Parts List

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 the back page.
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 THE BACK PAGE.
SPREADING 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/pulling 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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Rotary Agitator
Use the rotary agitator only if needed. Free-flowing, lump-free
materials will not require the agitator. The rotary agitator is easily
installed or removed. Note the clockwise rotation & sweep. Place felt
washer around spinner shaft before inserting agitator.
OIL BEARINGS AND ALL MOVING PARTS
Make certain the spreader is running freely!
Now You are Ready to Put Material in the Hopper
• Make certain the rate gate is in closed position.
• As insurance against spill damage and spill loss, put material in the
hopper with the spreader on a walk, driveway, paper, plastic, etc.
• The spreader will be easier to use if you only half-fill the hopper. Later
on you can fill the hopper if you so choose.
Now You are Ready to Spread
• Spread header strips at the ends of the area
OPPOSITE the direction of spreading. This will provide a "turn-around"
area, an area to
re-align the spreader for the return spread.
• Example is for 6 ft. wide spread: Make the
first spreading pass at one-half the spread
width from the edge of the spreading area
or in this case approximately 3 feet or one
big step.
• Additional spreading passes will be at the full
spread width or approximately 6 feet apart.
• TAKE A SIGHTING AT THE FAR END. Keep
your eye on the sighting as you spread. You
will not need to wonder where you are or
where you have been. Continue until
spreading is completed.
• Left over fertilizer can be spread under trees
and other high feeding areas without showing
"edge of spread" lines.
NOTE:
With the rotary agitator installed, the rate gate
closed (not spreading) and with material in the hopper, the spreader will push harder
than normal. (This is because the agitator is stirring the material and it has no place to
go.)
RECOMMENDATION:
When not spreading and the spreader is being pushed some
distance, tip the spreader so only the idle wheel is on the ground.
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