Agri-Fab 45-0313 User manual

OWNERS
MANUAL
Model No.
45-0313
CAUTION:
Read Rules for
Safe Operation
and Instructions
Carefully
BROADCAST SPREADER
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Repair Parts
FORM NO. 48249 (1/02)

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
Any power equipment can cause injury if operated improperly or if the user does not understand how to operate
the equipment. Exercise caution at all times when operating equipment.
• Read the towing vehicle owners manual and tow-
ing vehicle safety rules. Know how to operate your
tractor before using the broadcast spreader at-
tachment.
• Read the chemical label instructions and cautions
for handling and applying the chemicals purchased
for spreading.
•Wear eye and hand protection when handling and
when applying lawn or garden chemicals.
•Never operate tractor and spreader attachment
without wearing substantial footwear, and do not
allow anyone to ride or sit on spreader attachment
frame.
•Never allow children to operate the tractor or
spreader attachment, and do not allow adults to
operate without proper instructions.
• Always begin with the transmission in first (low)
gear and with the engine at low speed, and gradu-
ally increase speed as conditions permit. Maxi-
mum towing speed - 10 M.P.H.
• When towing broadcast spreader do not drive too
close to acreek or ditch and be alert for holes and
other hazards which could cause you to loose
control of the broadcast spreader and tractor.
• Before operating vehicle on any grade (hill) refer
to the safety rules in the vehicle owner's manual
concerning safe operation on slopes. Stay off
steep slopes!
•Follow maintenance and lubrication instructions
as outlined in this manual.
I,_, LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL TO POINT OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS. IT
MEANS -- A'I-FENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED.
CARTON CONTENTS
1. Spreader Assembly
2. Control Cable
3. Hitch Tube, R.H. (Right Hand)
4. Hitch Tube, L.H. (Left Hand)
5. Hitch Control Tube
6. Hitch Brackets (2)
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REF. QTY. DESCRIPTION
A 4 Hex Bolt, 114x 1-314"
E 4 Hex Bolt, 1/4 x 2-114
C 1 Hitch Pin
D 8 Hex Nut, 1/4-20
E1 Hair Cotter Pin, 1/8"
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY REMOVAL OF PARTS FROM CARTON
(2) 7/16" Wrenches • Remove all parts and hardware packages from
the carton. Lay out all parts and hardware and
identify using the illustrations on page 3,
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ASSEMBLYINSTRUCTIONS
1. Assemble vinyl caps onto the ends of the R.H. and
L.H. Hitch Tubes. See figure 1.
2. Assemble the R.H. Hitch Tube to the spreader
frame tube using two 1/4" x 2-1/4" hex bolts and
1/4" hex nuts. Do not tighten yet. Repeat for L.H.
Hitch Tube. See figure 1.
4. Assemble the Hitch Brackets to the Hitch Control
Tube using two 1/4" x 1-314" hex bolts and 1/4"
hex nuts. Tighten. See figure 3.
5. Assemble the hitch pin through the hitch brackets
and secure with the 1/8" hair cotter pin. See figure 3.
HEX BOLT
FIGURE 1
HITCHPIN
114"x 1-3/4"
HEXBOLT
1/4"HEXNt,rr _: ;
HAIR COTTER PIN -.--_,4 _
3. Assemble the Hitch Control Tube between the
Hitch Tubes using two 1/4" x 1-3/4" hex bolts and
1/4" hex nuts. Tighten all bolts and nuts . See
figure 2.
1/4" HEX NUT
1/4"x 1_1/4"
HEXBOLT
FIGURE 2
FIGURE 3
6. Assemble the vinyl cap onto the Hitch Control
Tube. See figure 4.
7. Assemble the Control Cable to the Hitch Control
Tube using the 1/4" x 2-114" carriage bolt and
nylon wing nut. See figure 4.
NYLON
CARRIAGE BOLT
FIGURE 4
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OPERATION
HOW TO USE YOUR SPREADER
ADJUSTING THE FLOW RATE SETTING
1. Slide the Adjustable Stop to the desired setting.
2. Move the Flow Control Lever until it snaps into the
Adjustable Stop, locking the lever at the desired
setting. See figure 5.
FLOW CONTROL LEVER"
APPLICATION TIPS
1. This unitwillcover a 4 to 8 foot wide area depending
on the material used and walking speed of the user.
2. To avoid misses or striping, make each pass about 5
feet from the previous one so some overlapping of
spread pattern does occur.
3. For easiest application, spread across the shortest
edges of lawn first, making two "header" strips for a
turning area, and then spreading between the header
strips. See figure 6.
4. If lawn is odd shaped, spread a border around the
edges and then spread between the border. See
figure 6.
5. Keep wheel approximately 4 feet from any area you
de not wish to spread.
IMPORTANT: Be careful when using spreader around
ornamental plants because weed controlchemicals
can damage these plants.
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USING YOUR SPREADER
1. Check the material package and the Spreader Set-
tingssheet includedwithyourspreader for the proper
spreader setting and application rate.
2. Before filling spreader, move the control lever to the
"OFF" position.
3. Move spreader onto aflat surface - either a walk or a
driveway - and fill.
4. Set the Adjustable Stop to the desired setting.
5. Start the spreader in motion and then start the flow of
material by moving the control lever until itsnaps into
the adjustable stop.
NOTE: Always place control lever in the "OFF" position
while filling spreader and when stopping or turning,
to prevent release of excess fertilizer,
FIGURE 6
MAINTENANCE & STORAGE
CHECK FOR LOOSE FASTENERS
1. Make a thoroughvisualcheckof the Spreader for any
boltsand nuts which may have loosened. Retighten
any looseboltsand nuts.
LUBRICATION
1. Apply a few drops of oilto all moving parts.
CLEANING
1. Always empty spreader after each use, storing left-
over material in it's original bag.
2. Wash the spreader and dry thoroughly after each
use.
STORAGE
1. Empty and clean the hopper as instructed in mainte-
nance section.
2. Store in a clean, dry area.
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