Earth Way 2600A-PLUS User manual

40 LB Broadcast
Spreader
MODEL # 2600A-PLUS ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
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Prior to assembly, you will need:
Needle nose pliers
#2 Phillips screwdriver
Two 7/16″adjustable or box wrenches
SIDE SPREAD CONTROL
Patent U.S. 10,993,368
Your EarthWay spreader includes a patented
feature to prevent fertilizer from being spread
on the left side. Unlike competitor designs that waste 7x
the fertilizer, side spread control keeps unneeded
fertilizer off sidewalks, driveways, and parking lots. Read
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (Page 5) to activate this
feature.
ASSEMBLY HARDWARE
SPREADER COMPONENTS
Visit our
EarthWay
website to see the
assembly video
2 1/4”
2 ”
AGITATOR
SPACER
QTY 1
AXLE BEARING
QTY 2
CARRIAGE
BOLT
QTY 1
#10 X 1-1/4”
QTY 4
¼-20” X 1 ½”
QTY 5
¼” X 2 1/4”
QTY 2
LG & SM
COTTER PIN
QTY 1
LOCK NUT
QTY 7
HEX NUT
QTY 1
SM WASHER
QTY 1
MD WASHER
QTY 1
GRIP HANDLES
QTY 2
LG WASHER
QTY 1

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HELPFUL HINTS
Read the directions before assembly.
If your spreader does not spread evenly, be sure “FRONT” on the GEARBOX points to the front of the spreader. The
impeller must turn clockwise when pushing forward. Reversing the GEARBOX during assembly will cause issues.
Your spreader is calibrated for three miles per hour, which is a brisk walking speed. Slower or faster speeds will
change the spread pattern. Wet fertilizer will also change the spread pattern and flow rate. Do not use powdered
materials as it will damage the gearbox.
Gears are permanently lubricated at the factory. Do NOT open the GEARBOX or dirt may enter.
SPREADER ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Step 1: Remove all components and hardware items
from the box. Place the spreader hopper upside down,
facing away from yourself.
Step 2: Install the frame using (4) #10 X 1-1/4” Flat
Head Phillips screws. TIGHTEN THESE NOW
Step 3: Install the gearbox by inserting the pinion
shaft into the hole in the center of hopper bottom. The
arrow on the gearbox must point to FRONT of the
hopper. Follow label instructions on hopper.
Step 4: Install the lower handles (left and right) onto the frame and secure with (2) ¼-20 x 2¼” bolts through the
hole in the frame braces and through the hole in the frame. Secure with (2) ¼”-20 nylon lock nuts on the ends.
REMOVE AGITATOR WHEN USING ROCK SALT TO PREVENT GEARBOX DAMAGE.

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Step 5: 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.
Next, install the axle bearings over the axle and into both
lower handles as shown to the right.
NOTE: You need to align the tab on the bearings and
the notches in the lower handles. (See right.)
NOW GO BACK AND TIGHTEN ALL NUTS AND BOLTS STARTING WITH FIRST STEP. DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN.
Step 6: Install the drive wheel onto the axle and align
it with the cotter pin hole nearest to the lower handle (as
shown). Insert the 1 ¾” cotter pin through the wheel and
axle. Bend with pliers to prevent pin from falling out.
Step 7: Install the coast wheel onto the axle fully,
then add the 1” large flat washer. Insert the ¾” cotter
pin through the axle (not through the wheel). Bend with
pliers to prevent pin from falling out.
TURN SPREADER UPRIGHT ON TO WHEELS
Step 8: Select (2) ¼” x 1 1/2” bolts and (2) ¼”-
20 nylon lock nuts to complete this step.
Notice that the circular handle shaft has two sets
of holes in both ends. The holes that are closest
to the end of the shaft is the top. Slide the handle
shaft inbetween the handles and secure with (2)
¼”-20 bolts and nylon lock nuts.
Step 9: Insert (2) ¼”-20 x 1 ½ bolts through
the gauge and linkage assembly, then through
the upper handle, and handle shaft. Secure with
two ¼”-20 nylon lock nuts.
1
1
/4 - 20 x 1-1/2” Bolt
Handle Shaft
/4 - 20 Lock-nut

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Step 10: Attach the linkage pivot with ¼”-20 x 1 ½” bolt, MD flat washer, black spacer, and lock nut (shown above).
Step 11: Turn the end of the control rod into the keyed shut-off plate under the hopper.
Step 12: Install the ½” carriage bolt through the control rod and install the SM flat washer and hex nut on the
carriage bolt. Allow a loose fit for CALIBRATION instructions below.
CALIBRATION
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 fully 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.
Step 13: Insert agitator to pinion shaft on
inside of hopper.
Note: The position of flat side of the agitator.
This pin should be installed as shown.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Obtain proper setting for material to be used from the enclosed SETTING MATRIX included with this spreader, or
from our web site under the MANUALS SECTION.
Set stop bolt on rate gauge assembly to the proper rate setting.
While pushing spreader forward, pull control lever back to stop bolt, to stop spreading, push lever forward to close
flow holes before you stop moving.
When finished, empty any remaining material from hopper, rinse spreader, apply coating of light oil to all metal
parts. The gearbox is sealed and lubricated at the factory.
The SideSpread-Control is a patented innovation that is superior to side deflectors. Side deflectors
block material leaving the impeller. This blocked material is now consolidated into a 2-3” wide path
on the left inside wheel of your spreader. This equates to wasted fertilizer, dark green stripes, and in some
cases this extra fertilizer (seven times) will damage the lawn.
SideSpread-Control maintains the correct application rate while not placing material on driveways, sidewalks,
flowerbeds, or worse, the storm drains in your street. This saves you money and keeps you from damaging your lawn.
To engage SideSpread-Control:
1) Locate the lever on under the right side of the hopper.
2) Slide the control lever from the front to the back.
3) Position the left wheel of your spreader 6″–12″from the sidewalk, flowerbed, or driveway and spread as
normal.
4) When you have completed this spreading pass, close the control lever to “0”, and then open the SideSpred-
Control™ by sliding the control lever from back to the front, for a FULL, 180 degree spread pattern.
CUSTOMER SERVICE
[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 [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 against and specifically excludes part(s) or product degradation or failure due to corrosion or
its effects.

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2600A+ - 40 LB Broadcast Spreader Parts List
SERIES
PART #
DESCRIPTION
SERIES
PART #
DESCRIPTION
1
12248
IMPELLER DISHED
7
70149
9 IN PNEUMATIC WHEEL
2
23519
AXLE
8
60025
HOPPER ASSEMBLY & 12317SCC PLATE
3
25210L
LEFT LOWER HANDLE W/ FRAME
9
25107
FRAME
4
25210R
RIGHT LOWER HANDLE W/ FRAME
10
38049
HARDWARE PKG.
5
41256
CONTROL ROD
11
25413
UPPER HANDLE ASSEMBLY
6
60451
GEAR BOX ASSEMBLY
12
77000
HEAVY DUTY RAIN COVER ACCESSORY