Agri-Fab 45-0364 User manual

250 LB. ATV
BROADCAST SPREADER
FORM NO. 49416 (2/05)
CAUTION:
Read Rules for
Safe Operation
and Instructions
Carefully
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MANUAL
Model No.
45-0364
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• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Parts

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1. Hopper Assembly
2. Braces (4)
3. Flow Control Rod
4. Tube Support Strap
5. Flow Control Mounting Tube
6. Wheels (2)
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CARTON CONTENTS (Loose Parts in Carton)
7. Hitch Extension Bracket
8. Hitch Bracket
9. Hitch Tube
10. Flow Control Mount Bracket
11. Flow Control Arm
12. Hopper Cover
Hardware Package (see page 3)
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 towing
vehicle safety rules. Know how to operate your tractor
before using the broadcast spreader attachment.
• 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rst(low)gearand
with the engine at low speed, and gradually increase
speed as conditions permit.
• When towing broadcast spreader do not drive too close
to a creek 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.
LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL TO POINT OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS. IT
MEANS -- ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

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L 1 Cotter Pin, 3/32" x 3/4"
M 2 Cotter Pin, 1/8 x 1-1/2"
N 1 Hair Cotter Pin
O 1 Hitch Pin
P 2 Spacers
Q 1 Nylon Wing Nut
R 1 Adjustable Stop
S 1 Vinyl Cap
T 1 Grip
U 1 Flow Control Link
V 1 Drive Pin
KEY QTY. DESCRIPTION
A 4 Hex Bolt, 5/16" x 1-3/4"
B 5 Hex Bolt, 1/4" x 1-3/4"
C 2 Hex Bolt, 3/8" x 3/4"
D 2 Hex Bolt, 1/4" x 1"
E 1 Carriage Bolt, 1/4" x 3/4"
F 7 Hex Lock Nut, 1/4"
G 4 Hex Lock Nut, 5/16"
H 2 Hex Lock Nut, 3/8"
I 4 Nylon Washer
J 7 Flat Washer, 5/16"
K 4 Flat Washers, 3/4"
KEY QTY. DESCRIPTION
E
F
DCBA
J
K
L
G
H
I
M
NO
PQR
NOT SHOWN FULL SIZE
SHOWN FULL SIZE
U
V
T
S

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY
(1) Pliers
(2) 7/16" Wrenches
(2) 1/2" Wrenches
(2) 9/16" Wrenches
REMOVAL OF PARTS FROM CARTON
Remove all partsandhardwarepackagesfromthecarton.Lay
out all parts and hardware and identify using the illustrations
on pages 2 and 3.
FIGURE 1
FIGURE 2
FIGURE 3
2. Assemble the two hitch braces to the inside of the
hopper frame using a 1/4" x 1-3/4" hex bolt (B) and
1/4" hex nut (F) on each side. DO NOT TIGHTENYET.
Seegure2.
3. Remove the hex lock nut from the middle bolt in the
crossover tube and shaft support plate. Do not remove
thebolt.Seegure2.
4. Assemble the hitch tube onto the middle bolt and secure
it with the same hex lock nut you removed. DO NOT
TIGHTEN YET.Seegure2.
IMPORTANT: The hitch tube must attach to the side of the
crossover tube opposite the shaft support plate.
5. Turnthefourhitchbracesuntiltheywillttogetherand
then stack them in pairs.Assemble a pair of hitch braces
on each side of the hitch tube using a 1/4" x 1-3/4" (B)
hex bolt and a 1/4" hex lock nut (F). DO NOT TIGHTEN
YET.Seegure2.
1. Turnthespreaderupsidedownasshowningure1.
(B) 1/4" x 1-3/4"
HEX BOLT
(F) 1/4" HEX
LOCK NUT
CROSSOVER
TUBE
HITCH BRACES (2)
HITCH
TUBE
SHAFT
SUPPORT
PLATE
MIDDLE
HEX LOCK
NUT
MIDDLE BOLT
HITCH BRACES (2)
STACK HITCH BRACES IN PAIRS
6. Tighten the nuts and bolts fastening the hitch braces
to the hopper frame and the hitch tube, then tighten
the middle lock nut fastening the hitch tube to the
crossover tube. DO NOT COLLAPSE TUBES WHEN
TIGHTENING.
7. Assembleaspacer(P),a3/4"atwasher(K),awheel
(airvalvefacingout)andanother3/4"atwasher(K)
onto the end of the axle that has only the small hole.
Seegure3.
8. Install a 1/8" x 1-1/2" cotter pin (M) into the hole in the
axle.Seegure3.
SMALL HOLE
(P) SPACER
(K) 3/4”
FLAT WASHER
(M) 1/8" x 1-1/2"
COTTER PIN
AIR VALVE

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FIGURE 4
12. Turn the spreader upright on its wheels.
13. Assembletheowcontrolmountingtubetothehitch
tube using two 5/16" x 1-3/4" hex bolts (A) and 5/16"
hex lock nuts(G). DO NOT TIGHTEN YET.Seegure
5.
14. Assemblethevinylcap(S)ontotheowcontrolmounting
tube.Seegure5.
FIGURE 5
9. Assembleaspacer(P),a3/4"atwasher(K),awheel
(airvalvefacingout)andanother3/4"atwasher(K)
onto the end of the axle that has both the large and
small holes.Seegure4.
10. Install a 1/8" x 1-1/2" cotter pin (M) into the small hole
intheendoftheaxle.Seegure4.
11. Open the bail on the drive pin (V) and install it through
the wheel and the large hole in the axle. Close the bail
tolockthepininplace.Seegure4.
FIGURE 6
15. Assembletheowcontrolmountingbracketandthetube
supportstraptotheowcontrolmountingtubeusing
two 5/16" x 1-3/4" hex bolts (A), four 5/16" washers (J)
and two 5/16" hex lock nuts (G). DO NOT TIGHTEN
YET.Seegure6.
16. Remove the preassembled bolt and nut from the front of
the hopper. Attach the tube support strap to the hopper
and hopper strap using the bolt and nut you removed.
TIGHTEN thenutandbolt.Seegure6.
(G) 5/16" HEX
LOCK NUT (A) 5/16" x 1-3/4"
HEX BOLT
(J) 5/16"
FLAT WASHER
PREASSEMBLED
BOLT AND NUT
TUBE
SUPPORT
STRAP
HOPPER
STRAP
OFF
ON
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2
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(V) DRIVE PIN
AIR VALVE (P) SPACER
(K) 3/4" DIA.
FLAT WASHER
(M) 1/8" x 1-1/2"
COTTER PIN
(A) 5/16" x 1-3/4"
HEX BOLT
(G) 5/16"HEX
LOCK NUT
(S) VINYL CAP
17. TIGHTEN thetwoboltswhichfastentheowcontrol
mounting tube to the hitch tube. DO NOTTIGHTEN the
twoboltswhichfastentheowcontrolmountingbracket
totheowcontrolmountingtube.

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22. Placea5/16"atwasher(J)ontotheotherendofthe
owcontrolrod.Inserttheendoftherodthroughthe
curved slot in the ow control mounting bracket and
throughtheholeintheowcontrollink.Securewitha
5/16"atwasher(J)anda3/32"x3/4"cotterpin(L).
Seegure10.
NOTE: You can leave off the second washer if there is not
enough room on the end of the rod.
21. Hookthedoublebentendoftheowcontrolrodthrough
the hole in the slide gate bracket located near the bottom
ofthehopper.Seegure9.
FIGURE 9
FIGURE 8
20. Assemble the ow control arm to the ow control
mounting bracket using a 1/4" x 3/4" hex bolt (D), two
nylon washers (I) and a 1/4" hex lock nut (F). Tighten
carefully. The ow control arm should be snug but
should pivot with no more than slight resistance. See
gure8.
18. Assemblethevinylgrip(T)ontotheowcontrolarm.
Seegure7.
19. Inserttheowcontrolarmdownthroughtheslotinthe
owcontrolbracket.Assemblethesmallholeoftheow
controllink(U)totheowcontrolarmusinga1/4"x1"
hex bolt (D), a nylon washer (I) and a 1/4" hex lock nut
(F)asshowningure7.Tighten carefully. Theow
control link should be snug but should pivot with no
more than slight resistance.
23. Place the adjustable stop (R) into the "ON" end of the slot
inthetopoftheowcontrolmountingbracket.Secure
with the 1/4" x 3/4" carriage bolt (E), a nylon washer (I),
a5/16"atwasher(J)andthenylonwingnut(Q).See
gure11.
FIGURE 10
FIGURE 7
(B) 1/4" x 1"
HEX BOLT
(F) 1/4" HEX
LOCK NUT
OFF
ON
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2
3
4
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10
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(U) FLOW
CONTROL
LINK
(small hole)
(I) NYLON
WASHER
(T) VINYL GRIP
OFF
ON
1
2
3
4
6
7
8
9
10
5
(B) 1/4" x 3/4"
HEX BOLT
(F) 1/4" HEX
LOCK NUT
(I) NYLON
WASHERS (2)
FLOW
CONTROL
ROD
OFF
ON
1
2
3
4
6
7
8
9
10
5
(J) 5/16"
FLAT
WASHER (L) 3/32"
COTTER PIN
(J) 5/16"
FLAT
WASHER

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24. Positiontheowcontrolmountingbracket(gure12).
a. Push on ow control arm until it locks in "OFF"
position.
b. Slideowcontrolmountingbracketalongtubeuntil
closure plate in bottom of hopper just closes.
c. Snugthe5/16"locknutsjustenoughtoholdow
control mounting bracket in place.
d. Set adjustable stop at "5". Pull ow control arm
against stop. Verify that closure plate has opened
about half way.
e. If closure plate does not open half way, adjust
position of ow control mounting bracket until
closure plate will open about half way at "5" and
will still close when arm is locked in "OFF" position.
Tighten the 5/16" lock nuts.
FIGURE 12
27. For most vehicles, assemble the hitch extension bracket
to the holes in the hitch tube shown at the topofgure
14. Use two 1/4" x 1-3/4" hex bolts (B) and 1/4" hex lock
nuts(F)tightenedonlyngertight.Attachthespreader
hitch to your vehicle hitch. Check for interference with
the spreader directly behind and out to both sides of
the vehicle. Lift the spreader at each position to make
surethereisnointerferencewiththespreader'sow
control.If there is interference with the rear of the vehicle,
assemble the hitch extension bracket as shown at the
bottomofgure
14. Tightentheboltsandnutswhennished.
FIGURE 11
FLOW
CONTROL
ARM
OFF
ON
1
2
3
4
6
7
8
9
10
5
ADJUSTABLE
STOP (S)
(SETTING "5")
ON
OFF
(Q) NYLON
WING NUT
OFF
ON
1
2
3
4
6
7
8
9
10
5
(J) 5/16" FLAT
WASHER
(I) NYLON
WASHER
(R) ADJUSTABLE
STOP
(E) 1/4" x 3/4"
CARRIAGE BOLT
FIGURE 14
25. Assemble the hitch bracket to the hitch extension bracket
using two 3/8" x 3/4" hex bolts (C) and 3/8" hex lock nuts
(H).Inserttheboltsfromthebottom.Seegure13.
26. Assemble the hitch pin (O) through the hitch bracket
and the hitch extension bracket and secure with the
haircotterpin(N).Seegure13.
(F) 1/4" HEX
LOCK NUT
(B) 1/4" x 1-3/4"
HEX BOLT
FIGURE 13
(C) 3/8" x 3/4"
HEX BOLT
(H) 3/8" HEX
LOCK NUT
(O) HITCH PIN
(N) 1/8" HAIR
COTTER PIN

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FIGURE 15
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 MELTER 6 - 8 10' - 12'
TYPE SPREAD
MATERIAL FLOW SETTING WIDTH
APPLICATION CHART
OPERATING SPEED - 3 MPH. (100 ft. in 23 seconds)
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.
OVERLAP
REFER
TO
CHARTS
USING YOUR SPREADER
We do not recommend the use of any powdered lawn
chemicals, due to difculty 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llingthehoppermakesuretheowcontrolarm
is in the off position and the closure plate is shut.
3. Breakupanylumpyfertilizerasyoullthehopper.
4. Settheadjustablestopwiththeowcontrolarmstillin
the off position. Refer to the application chart on this
page and to the instructions on the fertilizer bag to select
theproperowratesetting.
5. The application chart is calculated for light to heavy
application at a vehicle speed of 3 mph, or 100 ft. in 23
seconds.A variation in speed will require an adjustment
of the ow rate to maintain the same coverage.The
faster you drive, the wider the broadcast width.
6. Make sure the drive pin is installed in the axle before
starting the spreader.
7. Always start the tractor in motion before opening closure
plate.
8. Always shut the closure plate before turning or stopping
the tractor.
9. 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 10. To insure uniform coverage, make each pass so that the
broadcast pattern slightly overlaps the pattern from the
previouspassasshowningure15.Theapproximate
broadcast widths for different materials are shown in
the application chart on this page.
11. When broadcasting weed control fertilizers, make sure
the broadcast pattern does not hit evergreen trees,
owersorshrubs.
12. Heavy moisture conditions may require a cover over the
hopper to keep contents dry. The vinyl cover acts as a
wind and moisture shield, but should not be used as a
rain cover.
HOW TO USE YOUR SPREADER
SETTING THE FLOW CONTROL
(Refertogure12onpage7.)
1. Loosen the nylon wing nut, set the adjustable stop to
thedesiredow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 9 and to the
instructions on the fertilizer bag to select the proper
owratesetting.
3. Pull the ow controlarm against the adjustablestop
for the on position and toward the hopper for the off
position.
THE FREE WHEELING FEATURE
(Refertogure4onpage5.)
The spreader is equipped with a removable pin in the left
(drive) wheel. Remove the pin to disengage the drive wheel
so that the axle, gears and spreader plate do not rotate.With
the drive wheel disengaged, the spreader may be towed at
speeds up to 20 mph. If the drive wheel is engaged do not
exceed 6 mph.

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CHECK FOR LOOSE FASTENERS
1. Before each use make a thorough visual check of the
spreaderfor any boltsandnuts whichmay 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inatedbeforeeachuse.Do
notinatebeyondmaximumrecommendedpressure.
CLEANING
FIGURE 16
1. Rinse inside of hopper and exterior of spreader and dry
off before storing.
2. Store in a clean, dry area.
CAUTION: DO NOT inatetiresbeyondthe
maximum recommended pressure printed
on side of tire.
4. Rinse inside of hopper and exterior of spreader and dry
off before storing.
LUBRICATE (Seegure16)
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 bearing at least once a year
or more often as needed.
FIGURE 17
MAINTENANCE
GREASE
OIL
OIL
STORAGE
1. If the axle, slotted gear and sprocket assembly is
disassembled, mark down the positions of the parts as
they areremoved.Thedrive wheel andsprocket 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gure4onpage5.)
Use shim washers (Ref. no. 21 on pages 10 and 11)
as needed for minimum backlash. Add grease to gear
and sprocket.
2. If the agitator hairpin becomes damaged or worn it can
bereplaced.Seegure17.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
SPROCKET
SHAFT
AGITATOR
HAIRPIN

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REPAIR PARTS FOR BROADCAST SPREADER MODEL 45-0364
12
24 23
43
50
21 20 21 22
19
18
4
E
35
50
15
67
23
33
59
27
26
28
3
19
36
9
46
9
57
9
40
14
17
67
24 50
13
9
66
29
5
4
9
35
F
6
52
32
7
D
29
40
37
25
F
1
39
10
31
2
39
40
58
55
56
58
49
40
C
61
9
C
D
E
16
63
42
44
8
67
9
7
48
A
13
41
60
47
62
7
45 58
39
39
39
54
9
54
49
50
11
51
65
54
15
9
64
A
13
11
54
54
B
B
34
OFF
ON
1
2
3
4
6
7
8
9
10
5

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REPAIR PARTS FOR BROADCAST SPREADER MODEL 45-0364
REF. PART QTY. DESCRIPTION
NO. NO.
1 49414 1 Hopper
2 43882 4 Rivet, Stainless
3 65129 1 Ass'y, Guide Closure
4 44462 1 Tube, Frame
5 23753 1 Slide Gate Angle Bracket
6 23758 1 Slide Gate Bracket
7 HA21362 5 Nut, Hex Lock 3/8-16 Nylock
8 24857 1 Flow Control Link
9 47189 17 Nut, Hex Lock 1/4-20 Nylock
10 43808 1 Tube, Crossover
11 43084 4 Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 1-3/4" Lg.
12 44180 2 Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 2" Lg.
13 47810 6 Nut, Hex Lock, 5/16-18 Nylock
14 48864 1 Tube, Hitch
15 48511 2 Wheel
16 25080 1 Bracket, Hitch Extension
17 23014 1 Bracket, Hitch
18 24914 1 Shaft, Axle
19 43851 2 Pin, Spring 3/16" Dia. x 1-1/4"
20 43871 1 Bushing, Axle Shaft
21 1540-32 5 Washer, Flat .78 I.D.
22 1540-162 1 Washer, Flat 1/2"
23 47615 2 Bearing, Flange
24 47683 2 Tube, Spacer
25 25305 1 Shaft, Sprocket
26 04367 1 Spreader Plate
27 43850 1 Pin, Spring 1/8" Dia. x 5/8".
28 44468 1 Sprocket, 6 Tooth
29 44285 2 Bushing, Delrin
31 48934 1 Hairpin Agitator
32 43070 5 Washer, Flat 3/8" *
33 43054 2 Bolt, Hex 3/8-16 x 2" Lg.*
34 48586 1 Rod, Flow Control
REF. PART QTY. DESCRIPTION
NO. NO.
35 23525 2 Brace, Hitch
36 23762 1 Shaft Support Plate
37 46699 6 Bolt, Hex 1/4-20 x 2"
39 1543-69 11 Washer, Nylon
40 43088 14 Washer, Flat 1/4" Std.
41 24858 1 Stop, Adjustable
42 24915 1 Bracket, Flow Control Mount
43 62474 1 Gear Assembly
44 24917 1 Flow Control Arm
45 44101 1 Cotter Pin 3/32" x 3/4" Lg.*
46 23533 1 Plate, Closure
47 43848 1 Grip, Flow Control Arm
48 43407 2 Bolt, Hex 3/8-16 x 3/4" Lg. *
49 43093 2 Pin, Cotter 1/8" x 1-1/2"
50 43009 4 Washer, Flat 1-5/8" O.D.
51 47141 1 Wing Nut, Nylon
52 HA180132 1 Bolt, Hex 3/8-16 x 2-1/4" Lg. *
54 R19111116 7 Washer, 5/16 SAE
55 47623 1 Hitch Pin
56 43343 1 Hair Cotter Pin, 1/8"
57 44566 1 Spring, Torsion
58 43661 5 Bolt, Hex 1/4-20 x 1" Lg.*
59 46055 1 Pin, Spring 1/8" Dia. x 1" Lg.
60 44950 1 Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 3/4"
61 25433 1 Strap, Hopper
62 48515 1 Drive Pin W/Bail, 1/4" x 2"
63 48514 1 Flow Control Mounting Tube
64 25434 1 Tube Support Strap
65 44481 1 Vinyl Cap
66 49504 1 Vinyl Cover
67 1509-69 2 Bolt, Hex 1/4-20 x 1-3/4" Lg.*
49416 1 Owner's Manual
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