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See figure 10. b. If closure plate is not open halfway, adjust the position of the flow control mounting bracket until the closure plate is open about halfway at “5” and still closed when the lever is in the “OFF” position. Carefully tighten the 1/4 in. nylock nuts. Do not deform the slots in the flow control mounting bracket. c. Push the flow control lever to the “OFF” position and ensure the closure plate closes completely. See figure 11. 45_0382Fig81/8 x 3/4 in. COTTER PIN (K) FLOWCONTROLRODFLOWCONTROLLEVER 45_0382Fig11POSITION 5ADJUSTABLESTOP1/4 in. NYLOCK NUTS FIGURE 8 13. Install the adjustable stop on the slot in the top of the flow control mounting bracket. Secure with the 1/4 in. x 3/4 in. carriage bolt, a nylon washer, a 1/4 in. flat washer and the nylon wing nut. See figure 9. FIGURE 10 45_0382Fig945_0382Fig9ADJUSTABLESTOP (O) 1/4-20 WING NUT (M) 1/4-20 x 3/4 in. CARRIAGE BOLT (D) 1/4 in. WASHER (F) 45_0382Fig1045_0382Fig10ADJUSTABLESTOPOFF FIGURE 11 FIGURE 9 15. Place the hopper screen down into the hopper, sliding the ends into the clips in the hopper. The screen helps break up clumpy material and prevents large clumps from reaching the bottom of the hopper and clogging the opening. See figure 12. HOPPERSCREEN 45_0382Fig16THUMB SCREW FIGURE 13 FIGURE 12 16. Lubricate the spreader following the instructions in the Maintenance section on page 9. USING YOUR SPREADER The use of powdered lawn chemicals is not recommended, due to difficulty in obtaining a satisfactory or consistent broadcast pattern. 1. Determine approximate square footage of area to be covered and estimate amount of material required. 2. Before filling the hopper, make sure the flow control lever is in the “OFF” position and the closure plate is shut. 3. Break up any lumpy fertilizer as you fill the hopper. 4. Set the adjustable stop with the flow control lever still in the “OFF” position. Refer to the Application Chart on page 8 and to the instructions on the fertilizer bag to select the proper flow rate setting. 5. The Application Chart on page 8 is calculated for light- to-heavy application at a walking speed of 3 mph, or 100 ft. in 23 seconds. A variation in speed will require an adjustment of the flow rate to maintain the same coverage. The faster you walk, the wider the broadcast width. 6. Always start the spreader in motion before opening the closure plate. 7. Always shut the closure plate before turning or stopping the spreader. 8. If fertilizer is accidentally deposited too heavily in a small area, soak the area thoroughly with a garden hose or sprinkler to prevent burning of the lawn. OPERATION HOW TO USE YOUR SPREADER SETTING THE FLOW CONTROL (Refer to figure 10 on page 6.) 1. Loosen the nylon wing nut, set the adjustable stop to the desired flow rate setting and retighten the wing nut. The higher the setting number, the wider the opening in the bottom of the hopper. 2. Refer to the Application Chart on page 8 and to the instructions on the fertilizer bag to select the proper flow rate setting. 3. Pull the flow control lever back and latch to the adjustable stop for the “ON” position. Unlatch and push toward the hopper for the “OFF” position. USING THE PATTERN ADJUSTMENT PLATE The pattern adjustment plate is used to adjust the flow of material being spread to the left or right side. The pattern adjustment plate is located between the gate opening and the spreader plate. The adjustment of the pattern plate is sensitive and it is recommended to test your spread pattern in a small area first. 1. To adjust the flow to be heavier to the left side, tighten the thumbscrew so the plate is pushed inward. See figure 13 2. To adjust the flow to be heavier to the right side, loosen the thumbscrew so the plate is pulled outwards. See figure 13 9. To insure uniform coverage, make each pass so that the broadcast pattern slightly overlaps the pattern from the previous pass as shown in figure 14. The approximate broadcast widths for different materials are shown in the Application Diagram figure 14. 10. When broadcasting weed control fertilizers, make sure the broadcast pattern does not hit evergreen trees, flowers or shrubs. IMPORTANT: Application rates shown in the chart are affected by humidity and by the moisture content of the material (granular and pellet). Some minor setting adjustments may be necessary to compensate for this condition. APPLICATION CHART MATERIAL TYPE FLOW SETTING 3 MPH (100 FT. IN 23 SEC.) SPREAD WIDTH IN FEET FERTILIZER Powder Granular Pelleted Organic GRASS SEED Fine Coarse ICE MELTER 3-5 3-5 3-5 6-8 3-4 4-5 6-8 3-4 8-10 10-12 6-8 6-7 8-9 10-12 OPERATING SPEED - 3 MPH. (100 ft. in 23 seconds) APPLICATION DIAGRAM OVERLAP8' to 10' FIGURE 14 MAINTENANCE CHECK FOR LOOSE FASTENERS 1. Before each use, make a thorough visual check of the spreader for any bolts and nuts which may have loosened. Retighten any loose bolts and nuts. CHECK FOR WORN OR DAMAGED PARTS 2. Check for worn or damaged parts before each use. Repair ...

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