Earth Way 2600A-Plus User manual

Estate Broadcast
Spreader
MODEL # 2600A-Plus ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
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For spreading, please utilize the
following spreader settings:
Spreader
Setting
Lbs sq
foot
Grams sq
meter
11 1.0 5
13 2.0 10
14 3.0 15
16 4.0 20
17 5.0 25
18 6.0 30
19 7.0 35
20 8.0 40
22 9.0 45
23 10.0 50
Thank you for selecting
EarthWay for your
spreader needs. Our
production team in
Northern Indiana takes
pride in building this
spreader. Our customer support team is standing
ready to ensure your success. Please contact us
at www.EarthWay.com to see our full line of
commercial, lawn & garden tools.
Note: Your EarthWay spreader includes a feature
called side spread control. This feature turns off
fertilizer from being spread to the left side. To
activate this feature, slide the lever below the
hopper to the right (if standing behind the
spreader) and walk along a sidewalk or flowerbed
that is 12”-14” on your left side. Fertilizer will
not spread to the left. This feature is better than
a deflector as no material is wasted by the
deflector.
HELPFUL HINTS
▪Make sure the ARROW on the gear box points to the front
of the spreader. The impeller must turn clockwise.
Reversing the gearbox will cause the impeller to turn
counter clockwise. Clean the impeller plate after each use.
Fertilizer stuck on the impeller blades will cause uneven
spreading.
▪Your spreader is designed to be pushed at three miles per
hour, which is a brisk walking speed. Slower or faster
speeds will change the spread patterns. Wet fertilizer will
also change the spread pattern and flow rate. Clean and
dry your spreader thoroughly after each use. A coating of
light spray oil on all metal parts will help prevent corrosion,
pay special attention to coating the inside of the steel
tubing.
Gears are permanently lubricated at the factory. Do not open
the gearbox or dirt may enter.

Assembly and Operation Instructions
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Remove and identify all loose parts from carton
2. Position hopper as shown to the right. Install frame using (4) #10 x 1 ¼” Flat Head Phillips screws. TIGHTEN
THESE NOW
3. Install gear box by inserting the pinion shaft into hole in center of hoppers
bottom. The ARROW on the gearbox must point to FRONT of the hopper.
Follow label instructions on hopper.
4. Install lower handles onto Frame and secure with ¼-20 x 2¼” bolt through
hole in Frame Braces and through the hole in frame
Warning
Remove agitator when using Rock Salt to prevent gearbox
damage
Next, SLIDE THE AXLE (COAST WHEEL SIDE FIRST) through the right
side lower handle and into the gearbox (with the arrow facing the
FRONT), you will need to rotate the axle to engage with the gearbox,
then through the left side lower handle.

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5. Install the bearings over the axle and press into the notches of the lower handle as
shown to the left.
6. Install drive wheel to axle using pin hole nearest to lower
handles as shown. Insert 1 ¾” Cotter pin through wheel
and through axle. Bend with pliers to prevent pin from
falling out.
7. Install coast wheel to axle using outside pin hole. As
shown, add the flat washer, and insert ¾” Cotter pin through axle (not thru wheel). Bend with pliers to prevent
pin from falling out.
8. Install Handle Shaft as shown below using (2) ¼-20 x 1 ½” Hex Bolt and (2)
¼-20 Locknuts.
10. Attach Linkage Pivot with ¼-20 x 1 ½” Hex Bolt, Flat Washer,
Spacer and Locknut as shown below. Next, install Control Rod
into the Shut-Off Plate as shown at the right. TIP: Make sure that
the Control Rod is above the Lower Handles.
---IMPORTANT---
TURN SPREADER UPRIGHT ON TO WHEELS.
Upper Handle
1
/4 - 20 Lock-nut
/4 - 20 x 1-1/2” Bolt
1
1
1
/4 - 20 x 1-1/2” Bolt
Handle Shaft
/4 - 20 Lock-nut
9. Insert (2) ¼-20 x 1 ½” Hex bolt
through Gauge and Linkage
Assembly, then through the Upper
Handle, Handle Shaft, Upper
Handle and secure with (2) ¼-20
Locknuts as shown to the right.

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13. Insert agitator to pinion shaft on inside of hopper. NOTE: Position of flat side
of the agitator as shown at the right.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Before filling hopper, become familiar with the operation of this spreader.
1. Obtain proper setting for material to be used from the RATE SETTING MATRIX included with this spreader.
2. Move stop bolt on rate gauge assembly to the proper setting for the material that you are spreading.
3. While pushing spreader forward, pull the Control Lever back to stop bolt.
4. To stop, push lever forward to close flow holes before you stop moving.
5. When finished, empty any remaining material from hopper.
6. Thoroughly wash spreader and allow to dry before storing. Spray all metal surfaces (inside & outside) with WD40
or other light oil to help prevent corrosion.
11. Using ½” Carriage Bolt, install through the Control Rod, Linkage and
install the Flat Washer and secure with Hex Nut to a loose fit to allow for
CALIBRATION below. See above, right, and below for details.
12. CALIBRATION: THIS STEP ENSURES THAT YOUR SPREADER IS PROPERLY
ADJUSTED TO GIVE YOU A CORRECT STARTING POINT TO APPLY MATERIALS AT
THE CORRECT SETTING. Pull the Control Lever back to #30 on the Gauge, then
push the shut-off plate forward until the shut-off and the drop holes are full
open. Now tighten the Hex Nut on the ½” Carriage Bolt on the Linkage
Assembly. Check to confirm calibration by closing the Control Lever, then
reopening to #30 and confirm that the drop holes are fully open.

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HOW TO ORDER SPARE PARTS
All spare parts listed herein may be ordered direct from the manufacturer. Be sure to give the following information when ordering.
1. Model Number
2. Part Number
3. Part Description
You can contact us by calling [phone] to place an order with a credit card, or purchase online at
https://www.earthway.com/product-category/parts/ Questions? Email us at s[email protected]
2600APlus Broadcast Spreader Parts List
Key
#
Part #
Description Key # Part # Description
1
19115
.875" ID. X 4" IL. BLACK GRIP
18
37100
1/4-20 X 1" CARRIAGE BOLT ZINC
2
25403
UPPER HANDLE
19
31106
1/4-20 X 2 1/4" HHCS ZINC
3
32103
1/4-20 NYLON INS LOCKNUT ZINC
20
25107
FRAME
4
36500
#10-24 X 1/2" CARRIAGE BOLT SS
21
31138
#8 X 3/8" PMT #8 HD COARSE BLACK
5
33117
AGITATOR
22
12221
New SSC SHUT OFF PLATE
6
12220
GEAR BOX BUSHING
23
31108
#10 X 1 1/4" TYPE A FHPS ZINC
7
60089
HOPPER ASSEMBLY
24
12248
IMPELLER DISHED
8
60088
GAUGE & LINKAGE ASSEMBLY
25
60451
GEAR BOX ASSEMBLY
9
31100
1/4-20 X 1 1/2 HHMS ZINC
26
12167
SPACER BEARING
10
34108
9/16" OD. X .257 ID. WASHER ZINC
27
12206
DUST COVER (GEAR BOX) RND
11
12147
SPACER
28
33107
1/8" X 1 3/4" COTTER PIN S.S.
12
41256
CONTROL ROD
29
70149
9 IN PNEUMATIC WHEEL
13
34100
#10 FLAT WASHER SS
30
34103
1"OD X 17/32"ID X 1/32" WASHER ZINC
14
32108
10-24 HX. NUT ZINC PLATED
31
33106
1/8" X 3/4" COTTER PIN ZINC
15
25304
HANDLE SHAFT
32
23519
AXLE
16
25210L
LOWER HANDLE Assembly - Left
33
60027
WING NUT ASSEMBLY BLACK
17
25210R
LOWER HANDLE Assembly - Right
CUSTOMER SERVICE
574.848.7491 | [e-mail] | www.EARTHWAY.com | 1009 Maple Street, Bristol, IN 46507
ONE YEAR WARRANTY
EarthWay Products, Inc. warrants this product free of defects in original workmanship and materials for a period of one year to the end user with
the original purchase receipt. If a manufacturing non-conformance is found, EarthWay Products, Inc. at its discretion will repair or replace the
part(s)/product at no charge provided the failure is not the result of incorrect installation, mishandling, misuse, tampering, or normal wear and tear
as determined by EarthWay.
EarthWay at its discretion may require that the part(s) or product be returned along with the original purchase receipt for examination and
compliance with the terms of this warranty. Do not return any product without first receiving authorization from EarthWay Products, Inc.
To seek remedy under this warranty, contact EarthWay Products, Inc. at 574-848-7491, [e-mail] or write to EarthWay
Products, Inc. 1009 Maple Street, Bristol, IN 46507 and describe the nature of the manufacturing defect. SPECIFIC LIMITATIONS : This
warranty covers only the part(s) or product; any labor charges associated with repair or replacement of non-conformances are specifically
excluded. Due to the corrosive nature of most fertilizers and ice melt products, EarthWay Products, Inc. makes no warranty ag ainst and
specifically excludes part(s) or product degradation or failure due to corrosion or its effects.