Agri-Fab 45-0301 Owner's Manual download pdf (Page 7)

FIGURE 10

APPLICATION TIPS

1. To help prevent compacting and clogging when us-

ing granular material, avoid unnecessary towing

while hopper is filled.

2. Reduce the flow setting for speeds slower than

3 M.P.H. and increase the setting for higher speeds.

3. To avoid misses or striping, overlap the previous

pass slightly. Spread width is approximately 40".

4. For easiest application, first apply material across

both ends of the area. Two or three passes on each

end are sufficient. Then apply material back and forth

as shown. Use the end areas for turning around,

shutting off the spreader as you enter the end areas

and turning the spreader on again as your leave the

end areas for your next pass. See figure 11.

5. If lawn is odd shaped, spread a border around the

edges and then spread between the border.

6. Be careful when spreading around ornamental

plants because weed control chemicals can dam-

age these plants.

PLASTIC

KNOB

FLOW RATE

SETTING (6)

FLOW CONTROL ARM

OPERATION

HOW TO USE YOUR SPIKER/SPREADER

1. Refer to the instruction label on the material pack-

age and to the instruction decal on your spreader

to help determine the proper spreader setting and

application rate. Also see the Setting Chart on this

page for a general range of settings for commonly

used materials.

2. Loosen the knob and adjust the flow control gauge

to the recommended setting. Retighten the knob.

See figure 10.

3. Determine the approximate square footage of the

area to be covered and estimate the amount of

fertilizer or seed required.

4. Move the spiker/spreader to the area where appli-

cation is to begin.

5. Making sure the flow control arm is in the "OFF"

position, fill the hopper, breaking up any lumps.

6. Lower the aerator spikes to the operating position.

7. Start the spreader in motion and then pull the flow

control arm forward to the "ON" position as you

travel across your lawn. The recommended towing

speed is 3 m.p.h.

8. Do not make sharp turns with spikes in the ground.

9. Raise aerator spikes to transport position when

crossing over concrete or other hard surfaces.

10.Do not aerate if the ground is extremely hard or

dry. If ground is too dry, sprinkle or water for one

to two hours prior to use.

11.Do not aerate if the ground is too wet (muddy).

IMPORTANT: Always move flow control arm to "OFF"

position to prevent excessive release of fertilizer

when stopping, turning or filling the spreader.

FIGURE 11

MAINTENANCE

1. Check nuts and bolts for tightness before each use.

2. Always empty hopper after each use, storing leftover

material in it's original bag.

3. Wash and dry thoroughly after each use.

4. Apply a light coat of oil on exposed metal parts to help

prevent rust.

5. At least once a year, apply a few drops of oil to wheels

and to plastic bearings in spike disks, at ends of

aerator shaft and at ends of hopper shaft.

6. Clean and oil drive chain once a year.

Spike points are sharp. Exercise caution when

working with hands near spike disks.

Flow Rate Setting

MATERIAL TYPE At 3 M.P.H.

SETTING CHART

Fertilizer Granular / Pelleted 0-1 / 0-2

Grass Seed Fine / Coarse 5-6 / 7-8

3 M.P.H. is equivalent to traveling 100 feet in 23 seconds.

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