Agri-Fab 45-02103-101 User manual

CAUTION:
Read Rules for
Safe Operation
and Instructions
Carefully
125 LB. PUSH
BROADCAST SPREADER
PRINTED IN U.S.A. FOR NO. 49120 (12/03)
OWNERS
MANUAL
Model No.
45-02103-101
Assembly
Operation
aintenance
Repair Parts
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SHIELD UP - 8 TO 18 FT. SPREAD WIDTH
SHIELD DOWN - 3 TO 4 FT. SPREAD WIDTH

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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
The following safety precautions are suggested. This
broadcast spreader is designed, engineered and tested
to offer reasonably safe and effective service, provided it
is operated in strict accordance with these instructions.
Failure to do so may result in personal injury. Always
observe the rules of safe operation.
1. Do not allow anyone to operate the broadcast
spreader without proper instructions.
2. Do not permit children to operate the broadcast
spreader.
3. Wear eye and hand protection when handling and
when applying lawn or garden chemicals.
4. Read the chemical label instructions and cautions
for handling and applying the chemicals purchased
for spreading.
5. Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure
equipment is in safe working condition.
6. Follow maintenance and lubrication instructions as
outlined in this manual.
LOOK FOR THIS SY BOL TO POINT OUT I PORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS. IT
EANS -- ATTENTION! BECO E ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED.
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CARTON CONTENTS
LOOSE PARTS IN CARTON
1. Hopper Assembly
2. Wheel
3. Spreader Shield
4. Braces (2)
5. Flow Control Rod
6. Vinyl Hopper Cover
7. Hopper Screen
8. Handle Tube (short)
9. Flow Control Arm
10. Handle Tube (long)
11. Leg Stand Tube
12. Flow Control ount Bracket
Hardware Package (page 3)

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KEY QTY. DESCRIPTION
A 2 Hex Bolt, 1/4-20 x 1-3/4" Long
B 5 Hex Bolt, 1/4-20 x 1-1/2" Long
C 8 Hex Bolt, 1/4-20 x 1" Long
D 3 Carriage Bolt, 1/4-20 x 3/4" Long
E 15 Nylock Nut, 1/4-20 Thd.
F 20 Flat Washer, 5/16" SAE
G 8 Nylon Washer
H 4 Flat Washer, 5/8"
I 1 Cotter Pin, 5/32" x 2"
J 1 Cotter Pin, 3/32" x 3/4" Long
KEY QTY. DESCRIPTION
K 1 Flow Control Link
L 2 Spacer Tube
2 Hub Cap
N 1 Grip
O 1 Vinyl Cap
P 1 Nylon Wing Nut
Q 2 Handle Grip
R 1 Adjustable Stop
S 4 Swivel Bracket
T 2 Angle Stop Bracket
U 2 Plastic Knob
NOT FULL SIZE
FULL SIZE
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY
(1) Pliers
(1) Hammer
(2) 7/16" Open or Boxed End Wrenches
1. Remove the spreader, the loose parts and the hard-
ware package from the carton. Lay out parts and
hardware and identify using the illustrations on
pages 2 and 3.
2. With the spreader resting upside down on the top of
the hopper, assemble a spacer and then a 5/8" flat
washer onto each end of the axle. See figure 1.
FIGURE 2
FIGURE 1
FIGURE 3
5. Place a wheel onto the end of the axle that has a
cross hole. The long end of the hub goes to the
inside. See figure 3.
6. Assemble a 5/32" x 2" cotter pin through the hole in
the wheel hub and the axle. See figure 3.
7. Place a 5/8" flat washer onto the axle and then
lightly tap a hub cap onto the axle until it is snug
against the washer and wheel hub. See figure 3.
FIGURE 4
3. Place a wheel onto the end of the axle that has no
cross hole. The long end of the hub goes to the
inside. See figure 2.
4. Place a 5/8" flat washer onto the axle and then
lightly tap a hub cap onto the axle until it is snug
against the washer and wheel hub. See figure 2.
AXLE
SPACER
5/8" FLAT
WASHER
5/8" FLAT
WASHER
HUB CAP
WHEEL
NO CROSS HOLE
HUB CAP
5/32" x 2"
COTTER PIN
CROSS
HOLE
5/8" FLAT
WASHER
8. Remove the nut from the middle bolt in the crossover
tube. See figure 4.
CROSSOVER
TUBE
MIDDLE NUT
SHAFT
SUPPORT
PLATE
MIDDLE BOLT

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FIGURE 7
13. Assemble the leg stand tube to the handle tube
(long) using two 1/4" x 1-1/2" hex bolts. Secure
tightly with two 1/4" nylock nuts. See figure 6.
14. Place a vinyl cap over the end of the leg stand tube.
See figure 6.
FIGURE 5
FIGURE 6
15. Assemble the flow control link (end with small hole)
to the flow control arm using a 1/4" x 1" hex bolt, a
nylon washer and a 1/4" nylock nut as shown in
figure 7. Tighten carefully. The flow control link
should not be loose but should pivot with no more
than slight resistance.
HANDLE TUBE (LONG)
1/4" x 1-1/2"
HEX BOLTS
1/4"
NYLOCK
NUTS
VINYL CAP LEG STAND TUBE
IMPORTANT: Do Not assemble handle tube to same
side of crossover tube as shaft support plate.
9. Place the long handle tube onto the crossover
tube on the side opposite from the shaft support
plate. Fasten with the bolt, washer and nut re-
moved in the previous step. See figures 4 and 5.
Do not tighten at this time.
10. Assemble two handle braces to the inside of the
hopper frame, one on each side, using two 1/4" x
1-1/2" hex bolts and two 1/4" nylock nuts. See
figure 5. Do not tighten at this time.
11. Assemble the other end of the two handle braces
to the long handle tube using a 1/4" x 1-1/2" hex
bolt and 1/4" nylock nut. Do not tighten at this
time. See figure 5.
12. Tighten all nuts and bolts in same sequence as
assembled in steps 9 through 11. See figure 5.
MIDDLE
BOLT
MIDDLE
NUT
HANDLE TUBE (LONG)
HEX BOLT
1/4" x 1-1/2"
HEX BOLT
1/4" x 1-1/2"
HITCH
BRACE
1/4"
NYLOCK
NUT
CROSSOVER
TUBE
SHAFT
SUPPORT
PLATE
FLOW CONTROL
LINK FLOW
CONTROL
ARM
1/4"
NYLOCK
NUT
1/4" x 1"
HEX BOLT
SMALLEST
HOLE
NYLON
WASHER

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FIGURE 8
FIGURE 9
19. Hook the free end of the flow control rod through the
hole in the slide gate bracket located near the
bottom of the hopper. See figure 10.
FIGURE 10
FIGURE 11
16. Assemble the flow control arm to the flow control
mounting bracket using a 1/4" x 1" hex bolt, two
nylon washers and a 1/4" nylock nut as shown in
figure 8. Tighten carefully. The flow control arm
should be snug, but should pivot with no more than
a slight resistance.
17. Assemble the vinyl grip. See figure 8.
18. Place a 5/16" flat washer onto the end of the flow
control rod. Insert the end of the flow control rod
through the slot in the flow control mounting bracket
and through the hole in the flow control link. Secure
with a 3/32" x 3/4" cotter pin. See figure 9.
20. Assemble both the flow control mounting bracket
and the short handle tube to the long handle tube.
Use two 1/4" x 1-3/4" hex bolts, four 5/16" flat
washers and two 1/4" nylock nuts as shown in figure
11. Do not tighten at this time.
21. Place a handle grip on each handle. See figure 11.
1/4" x 1-3/4"
HEX BOLT
1/4"
NYLOCK
NUT
HANDLE
TUBE
(SHORT)
HANDLE
TUBE
(LONG)
HANDLE GRIP FLOW CONTROL
MOUNTING BRACKET
5/16"
FLAT
WASHERS
HOPPER
SLIDE
GATE
BRACKET
FLOW
CONTROL
ROD
FLOW
CONTROL
ROD
FLOW
CONTROL
LINK
3/32"
COTTER
PIN
5/16" FLAT
WASHER
SLOT
1/4" x 1"
HEX BOLT
1/4"
NYLOCK
NUT
FLOW CONTROL
MOUNTING
BRACKET
FLOW
CONTROL
ARM
(2) NYLON
WASHERS
VINYL GRIP

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FIGURE 12
22. Place the adjustable stop into the "ON" end of the
slot in the top of the flow control mounting bracket.
Secure with the 1/4" x 3/4" carriage bolt, a nylon
washer, a 5/16" flat washer and the nylon wing nut.
See figure 12.
23. Position the flow control mounting bracket (figure
13).
a. Push on flow control arm until it locks in "OFF"
position.
b. Slide flow control mounting bracket along tube
until closure plate in bottom of hopper just closes.
c. Snug the 1/4" lock nuts just enough to hold flow
control mounting bracket in place.
d. Set adjustable stop at "5". Pull flow control arm
against stop. Verify that closure plate has opened
about half way.
e. If closure plate does not open half way, it may be
closed too far at "OFF". Adjust position of flow
control mounting bracket until closure plate will
open about half way at "5" and still close when
arm is locked in "OFF". Tighten 1/4" lock nuts.
5/16" FLAT
WASHER
NYLON
WASHER
1/4" x 3/4"
CARRIAGE BOLT
NYLON
WING NUT
ADJUSTABLE
STOP
OFF
ON
1
2
3
4
6
7
8
9
10
5
FLOW
CONTROL
ARM
ON
OFF
AJDUSTABLE
STOP
SETTING "5"
FIGURE 13

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26. Assemble the spreader shield to the front swivel
brackets using two 1/4" x 3/4" carriage bolts, 5/16"
washers and the two 1/4" plastic knobs. See figure
15.
27. Assemble the spreader shield to the rear swivel
brackets using two 1/4" x 1" hex bolts, four 5/16"
washers and two 1/4" Nylock nuts. Tighten the nuts
so that the swivel bracket can still pivot freely. See
figure 15.
28. Place the hopper screen down into the hopper to help
break up clumpy material and to prevent large clumps
from reaching the bottom of the hopper and clogging
the opening. See figure 16.
24. Attach an angle stop bracket and a swivel bracket to
the rear hole in the R.H. shield bracket using a 1/4" x
1" hex bolt, two 5/16" washers, a nylon washer and a
1/4" Nylock nut. Place the angle stop bracket on the
inside and the swivel bracket on the outside. Tighten
the locknut so that the swivel bracket can pivot freely.
See figure 14. Repeat step on L.H. shield bracket.
25. Attach a swivel bracket to the front hole in the R.H.
shield bracket using a 1/4" x 1" hex bolt, two 5/16"
washers, a nylon washer and a 1/4" Nylock nut.Tighten
the nut so that the swivel bracket can pivot freely. See
figure 14. Repeat step on L.H. shield bracket.
SWIVEL
BRACKET
ANGLE STOP
BRACKET
1/4" x 1"
HEX BOLT
5/16"
WASHER
1/4" NYLOCK
NUT
NYLON
WASHER
SHIELD
BRACKET
NYLON
WASHER
1/4" x 1"
HEX BOLT
5/16" WASHER
1/4" NYLOCK NUT
PLASTIC
KNOB
1/4" x 3/4"
CARRIAGE BOLT
SHI
ELD UP
HOPPER SCREEN
FIGURE 15
FIGURE 16
FIGURE 14
29. Lubricate the spreader following the instructions in the
maintenance section on page 11.

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HOW TO USE YOUR SPREADER
SETTING THE FLOW CONTROL
(Refer to figure 13 on page 7.)
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 10 and to the
instructions on the fertilizer bag to select the proper
flow rate setting.
3. Pull the flow control arm against the adjustable stop
for the on position and toward the hopper for the off
position.
OPERATION
USING YOUR SPREADER
We do not recommend the use of any powdered lawn
chemicals, 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
arm 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 arm still in
the off position. Refer to the application chart on page
10 and to the instructions on the fertilizer bag to select
the proper flow rate setting.
5. The application chart 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 broad-
cast width.
6. Always start the spreader in motion before opening
the closure plate.
7. Always shut the closure plate before turning or stop-
ping 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.
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 17. The
approximate broadcast widths for different materials
are shown in the application chart on this page.
10. When broadcasting weed control fertilizers, make
sure the broadcast pattern does not hit evergreen
trees, flowers or shrubs. Lower the spreader shield to
limit the dispersal pattern. Reduce the flow control
setting according to the application chart on page 10.
FIGURE 17
APPLICATION DIAGRAM
11. Heavy moisture conditions may require a cover over
the hopper to keep contents dry. The vinyl cover
(available as an accessory) acts as a wind and mois-
ture shield, but should not be used as a rain cover.
Refer to the parts list on page 13.
OVERLAP
8’ to
10’
OVERLAP
3’ to
4’
SHIELD UP
SHIELD DOWN

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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.
OPERATING SPEED - 3 PH. (100 ft. in 23 seconds)
TYPE FLOW SETTING SPREAD
ATERIAL 3 PH WIDTH
(100 FT. IN 17 SEC.) IN FEET
APPLICATION CHART (SHIELD DOWN)
FERTILIZER
Powder 1 - 3 3 - 4
Granular 1 - 3 3 - 4
Pelleted 1 - 3 3 - 4
Organic 3 - 4 3 - 4
GRASS SEED
Fine 1 - 3 3 - 4
Coarse 2 - 3 3 - 4
ICE ELTER 2 - 4 3 - 4
TYPE FLOW SETTING SPREAD
ATERIAL 3 PH WIDTH
(100 FT. IN 23 SEC.) IN FEET
APPLICATION CHART (SHIELD UP)
FERTILIZER
Powder 3 - 5 3 - 4
Granular 3 - 5 8 - 10
Pelleted 3 - 5 10 - 12
Organic 6 - 8 6 - 8
GRASS SEED
Fine 3 - 4 6 - 7
Coarse 4 - 5 8 - 9
ICE ELTER 6 - 8 10 - 12

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FIGURE 18 FIGURE 19
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 OF DAMAGED PARTS
2. Check for worn or damaged parts before each use.
Repair or replace parts if necessary.
CHECK TIRE INFLATION
3. Check if tires are adequately inflated before each use.
Do not inflate tires beyond maximum recommended
pressure.
1. Rinse inside of hopper and exterior of spreader and
dry off before storing.
2. Store in a clean, dry area.
CAUTION: DO NOT inflate tires beyond
the maximum recommended pressure
printed on side of tire.
CLEANING
4. Rinse inside of hopper and exterior of spreader and
dry off before storing.
LUBRICATE (See figure 18)
5. Lightly apply automotive grease as needed to the
sprocket and gear.
6. Oil the nylon bushings on the vertical sprocket shaft
and on the axle at least once a year, or more often as
needed.
7. Oil right hand (idler) wheel at least once a year or more
often as needed.
MAINTENANCE STORAGE
1. If the axle, slotted gear and sprocket assembly is
disassembled, mark down the positions of the parts as
they are removed. The drive wheel and sprocket
positions in relation to the slotted gear determine
which direction the spreader plate will spin. Be sure to
reassemble them in their original positions. (Refer to
figure 3 on page 4.) Use shim washers (Ref. no. 20 on
pages 12 and 13) as needed for minimum backlash.
Add grease to gear and sprocket.
2. If the agitator hairpin becomes damaged or worn it can
be replaced. Remove old agitator hairpin from hole in
sprocket shaft and replace with new agitator hairpin.
See figure 19.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
GREASE
OIL
OIL
SPROCKET
SHAFT
AGITATOR
HAIRPIN

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REPAIR PARTS FOR BROADCAST SPREADER MODEL 45-02103-101
1
4
22
22
3
5
6
13
46
10
11
18
18
19
20 20
33
25
38
26 36
31
49
17
35
35
B
A
D
E
D
16
14
27
48
37
37
43
44
34
41
42
8
11
11
45
39
50
50
23
23
15 15
21
28
28
29
32
40
40
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
7
7
7
7
7
7
9
29
21
21
32
21
A
B
24
32
9
4
E
30
39
51
40
9
39
39
C
C
40
32
47
52
29
21
EF
40
40
40
54 39
11
9
47
40
11
55 53
56
9
E
F
9
58
40 9
57
40

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REPAIR PARTS FOR BROADCAST SPREADER MODEL 45-02103-101
*Purchase common hardware locally.
REF. PART QTY. DESCRIPTION
NO. NO.
31 48934 1 Hairpin, Agitator
32 43088 16 Washer, Flat 1/4" Std.
33 44468 1 Sprocket - 6 Tooth
34 44514 1 Rod, Flow Control
35 23525 2 Brace, Hitch
36 23780 1 Support, Shaft
37 44482 2 Grip, Handle
38 46055 1 Pin, Spring 1/8" Dia. x 1" Lg.
39 1543-69 14 Washer, Nylon
40
R19111116 20 Washer, 5/16 SAE
41 24858 1 Stop, Adjustable
42 24855 1 Bracket, Flow Control ount
43 48888 1 Gear
44 24856 1 Flow Control Arm
45 44101 1 Cotter Pin 3/32" x 3/4" Lg.*
46 23533 1 Plate, Closure
47 44950 3 Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 3/4" Lg.
48 43848 1 Grip, Flow Control Arm
49 44481 1 Cap, Vinyl
50 48499 2 Hub Cap
51 47141 1 Nylon Wing Nut, 1/4-20
52 43962 1 Vinyl Hopper Cover
53 46119 1 Spreader Shield
54 23998 4 Shield Swivel Bracket
55 46120 2 Plastic Knob
56 47441 1 Screen
57 24125 2 Shield Bracket
58 23999 2 Angle Stop Bracket
49120 1 Owner's anual
REF. PART QTY. DESCRIPTION
NO. NO.
1 44466 1 Hopper
2 C-9 5732 2 Pop Rivet (not shown)
3 62482 1 Ass'y, Guide Closure
4 48842 1 Tube, Frame
5 23753 1 Slide Gate Angle Bracket
6 23758 1 Slide Gate Bracket
7 43648 9 Bolt, Hex 1/4-20 x 1-1/2" Lg.*
8 24857 1 Flow Control Link
9 47189 26 Nut, Nylock 1/4-20 Thd. *
10 48841 1 Tube, Crossover
11 43661 9 Bolt, Hex 1/4-20 x 1" Lg.*
13 44566 1 Spring, Torsion
14 44590 1 Tube, Handle (Long)
15 48954 2 Wheel
16 44589 1 Tube, Handle (Short)
17 25067 1 Shaft, Axle
18 44665 2 Pin, Spring 5/32" Dia. x 1-1/4" Lg.
19 48916 1 Bushing, Axle Shaft
20 44125 4 Washer, Shim 5/8" I.D.
21 R19212016 5 Washer, Flat 5/8" I.D.
22 741-0249 2 Bearing, Flange
23 48857 2 Tube, Spacer
24 47437 1 Shaft, Sprocket
25 04367 1 Spreader Plate
26 43850 1 Pin, Spring 1/8" Dia. x 5/8" Lg.
27 44587 1 Tube, Leg Stand
28 44285 2 Bushing, Delrin 3/8" I.D.
29 1509-69 9 Bolt, Hex 1/4-20 x 1-3/4" Lg.*
30 47063 1 Pin, Cotter 5/32" x 2"
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