Earth Way EV-N-SPRED C24HD User manual

Click Here To View
Item at
www.GapPower.com

C24HD & C24HDS Broadcast Spreader
Assembly and Operating Instructions
36210
Qty 2
36214
Qty 4 36200 Qty 4
36205
Qty 3
36300
Qty 17
36207
Qty 2
36305
Qty 2
33117
Qty 1
36105
Qty 1 36104
Qty 1
36103
Qty 1
36209
Qty 4
36404
Qty 18
vvvvvvvv
vvvvvvvv
Upper Handle
Gauge & Lever
Handle
Shaft
Frame
Brace
Cross
Brace
Lower
Handles
Impeller
Frame
Gearbox
Pivot
Control
Rod
Pivot
Rod
(Qty 4 #36214)
1/4-20 X 1½”
Phillips Panhead
(Qty 4 #36300)
1/4-20 SS Locknut
2. Position hopper on side. Install frame using (4) 1/4-20 x 1 ½” Pan Head Phillips
machine screws and (4) 1/4-20 nylon insert locknuts. First put bolts through holes
in frame then through holes in bottom of hopper. Secure with locknuts. TIGHTEN
THESE LOCKNUTS NOW.
1. Remove and identify all of the loose parts from carton.
1-2012 Pt# 52142 PAGE 1
Gauge Overlay is snapped over
the metal gauge. Replace the stop
bolt assembly to secure overlay on
the gauge.
WARNING
DO NOT USE AIR TOOLS TO ASSEMBLE. TO PREVENT
SEIZING SPRAY ALL NUTS & BOLTS WITH FURNITURE
POLISH OR WAX
PLEASE CONTACT US: IF YOU ARE MISSING ANY PARTS, HAVE ANY DIFFICULTY IN ASSEMBLY, OR HAVE ANY
QUESTIONS REGARDING THE SAFE OPERATION OF THIS SPREADER. THIS MODEL INCLUDES LIFETIME TECHNICAL
SUPPORT. SUPPORT HOT LINE: 574-848-7491 or 800-294-0671, email: [e-mail]
HELPFUL HINTS:
;If your spreader does not spread evenly, be sure the FRONT 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 after each use as some
fertilizer may become stuck on the impeller blades and 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
WKHVSUHDGSDWWHUQV:HWIHUWLOL]HUZLOODOVRFKDQJHWKHVSUHDGSDWWHUQDQGÀRZUDWH
;Clean and dry your spreader thoroughly after each use, wash between the shut-off plate and bottom of the hopper regularly. To
prevent rust, coat all metal parts (inside and out) including the frame tubes with a light oil or silicon spray.
;Gears are permanently lubricated at the factory. Do not open the gearbox or dirt may enter.
;If you use Rock Salt remove the agitator to prevent damage to the gearbox and remove salt from the hopper daily. Rock Salt will
reconstitute back into a solid block if left in the hopper overnight and will damage your gearbox if pushed with the block in place.
ROCK SALT AND POWDERED MATERIALS SHOULD
NOT BE USED IN THIS SPREADER AS IT WILL DAMAGE
GEARBOX AND CAN VOID WARRANTY.
USE ONLY GRANULAR MATERIALS.
IFYOUR SPREADER COMES SEMI ASSEMBLED, SKIPTO STEP #7

3. Install impeller onto pinion shaft. Insert 1/8” x 1¼” cotter pin
through impeller then through pinion shaft. Use hole nearest gear box.
Spread cotter pin to prevent from falling out. Next, install the Cross
Brace through the Gearbox Brace Support as shown above.
F
R
O
N
T
Pinion
Shaft 1/8 x 1-1/4”
Cotter Pin (#36105)
DRIVE WHEEL
HOLE
COAST WHEEL
HOLE
Impeller
Cross Brace
Gearbox & Axle Assembly
Gearbox Brace
EarthWay
EarthWay
EarthWay
EV-N-SPRED
Ea
a
EarthW y
EarthW
EV-N-SPRED
y
®
4. Install Gearbox by inserting the pinion shaft into hole in center
of hoppers bottom. The word “FRONT” on the gearbox must point
to FRONT of the hopper.
S
L
I
D
E
Gearbox
Axle Assembly
Lower Handle
Frame Brace
Cross Brace
Gearbox & Axle Assembly Drive wheel side
Coast wheel side
Frame brace
1/4-20 x 1-1/2”
Hex Head Bolt
and cupped washer
1/4-20 x 2-1/4”
Hex Head Bolt
and
cupped washer 1/4-20 Locknut
and cupped washer
Impeller
Cross Brace
Dimples
Frame
Lower Handle
Pivot Rod
Shut-Off
1/4-20 x 1-1/2”
Pan Head Bolt
Step 6B
Step 6C
Step 6A
5. Install Lower Handles onto Axle to both sides as
shown above.
6. A. Now insert 2 ¼” bolt with a cupped washer through
VHFRQGKROHLQORZHUKDQGOHDQGWKURXJK¿UVWKROHLQ
frame, secure with cupped washer and locknut.
B. Now insert 1 ½” bolt with a cupped washer through
¿UVWKROHLQORZHUKDQGOHWKHQWKURXJKIUDPHEUDFHDQG
¿QDOO\LQWRWKHWKUHDGHGFRQQHFWRULQWKH&URVV%UDFH
[NOTE: Dimples on frame braces must be facing toward
gearbox as shown.] DO NOT TIGHTEN YET.
C. Next insert 1 ½” bolt through other end of frame
brace and through second hole in frame install cupped
washer and locknut.
DO NOT TIGHTEN YET.
PAGE 2
NOW GO BACK AND TIGHTEN ALL NUTS AND BOLTS
STARTING WITH FIRST STEP. DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN.
NOTICE CUPPED WA S H E R LOCATIONS
TIP: POSITION CUPPED WA S H E R S BETWEEN NUT OR BOLT HEAD AND CHASSIS

7. Install drive wheel to axle using pin hole nearest to lower
handles as shown. Insert 2” cotter pin through wheel and
through axle. Bend with pliers to prevent pin from falling
out.
NEXT
Install coast wheel to axle, and then using outside pin
hole on the axle (as shown on the left), insert 1” cotter pin
through axle [NOTE: not thru the wheel]. Bend with pliers
to prevent pin from falling out.
TURN SPREADER UPRIGHT ON TO WHEELS
2” Cotter Pin
1” Cotter Pin
If you have any questions
please call 574-848-7491
¼-20
Lock Nut
and
cupped washer
¼-20 x 2¾”
Hex Head Bolt
¼-20 x 2¼”
Hex Head Bolt
and cupped washer
3 Position Handle
Lower Position
Upper Position
Middle Position
Insert Pivot Rod
into Shut-Off
and rotate to secure
8. NOTE: BEFORE INSTALLING THE GAUGE &
LEVER ASSEMBLYAND UPPER HANDLE TO THE
HANDLE SHAFT, SELECT THE BEST POSITION
FOR THE OPERATOR’S COMFORT. You can
VHOHFWORZHUPLGGOHRUXSSHUSRVLWLRQVIRUEHVW¿WWRWKH
operator’s height. Insert 2 ¾” bolt through the Gauge, then
XSSHUKDQGOHDQG¿QDOO\WKURXJKKDQGOHVKDIW6HHH[DPSOHWR
the right. DO NOT TIGHTEN LOCKNUT YET.
9. Insert pivot rod into shut off plate as shown below. [TIP: Insert rod
end from the top, then push down & turn to lock in place.]
10. Insert other end of pivot rod into pivot and bracket assembly as
shown. [TIP: Insert rod end from the side that has the angle attached
to the bracket, then turn to lock in place as shown at the right and
above. The correct positioning of the Pivot Bracket has the Angle and
Attaching Arm facing away from the gearbox.]
PAGE 3
Angle
Attaching
Arm
NOTICE CUPPED WA S H E R LOCATIONS

5
1
0
1
5
3
0
Insert Control Rod
into
Pivot Bracket
Attach 1/4-20 Regular
Hex Nuts
at these points.
Notice the position
of the double bend point.
Setting #30
CALIBRATION POINT
1/4-20 X 1-3/4”
Hex Head Bolt
with cupped washer
1/4-20
Lock Nut
and cupped
washer
11. Install handle shaft to lower handles and pivot & bracket assembly as shown. Using
(4) 1 ¾” bolts with cupped washers and (4) locknuts (2) cupped washers. [TIP: Attach
ULJKWVLGH¿UVWZLWKFXSSHGZDVKHUVRQERWKQXWVDQGEROWVWKHQDWWDFKOHIW3LYRW
Bracket) side with washers only on the bolt side]
TIGHTEN BOLTS AND NUTS NOW.
5
1
0
1
5
3
0
Gauge & Lever
Control Rod
Tabbed Hole
Control Rod
Lever Tensioning Nut
13. Next push lever forward to setting “0”. Align control
rod with hole in pivot bracket, pull lever backward to insert
control rod through hole in pivot bracket. [TIP: If the lever
does not move easily, loosen slightly to make this step easier]
Now install 1/4-20 regular nut on to Control rod.
DO NOT TIGHTEN NUTS YET.
14. Pull lever back to setting “30” as shown. Next push
pivot & bracket forward so that the shut off plate in the
hopper is in the full open position. [NOTE: THE SETTING
OF “30” ON THE GAUGE & LEVER ASSEMBLY MUST
OPEN THE SHUT-OFF COMPLETELY FOR PROPER
CALIBRATION.] Now tighten the nuts against the pivot
bracket to prevent change in calibration. Test by opening and
closing the Gauge & Lever a few times to ensure an accurate
calibration.
15.7HQVLRQRQWKHÀRZFRQWUROOHYHUPD\EHDGMXVWHGE\
tightening or loosening the tension nut as shown above.
12.,QVWDOOÀDWWHQHGHQGRIFRQWUROURGLQWROHYHURQJDXJHLQWR
Control Rod Tabbed hole as shown. Turn to lock in place.
NEXT: Install (1) 1/4-20 Hex Nut [not a locknut] on to Control
Rod and thread halfway as shown below.
17. Insert Agitator to pinion shaft on inside of hopper.
NOTE3RVLWLRQRIÀDWVLGHRIDJLWDWRU7KLVSLQ
should be installed as shown above.
PAGE 4
16. Install the two 1/4-20 x 1” Stainless Steel bolts into holes located on each
side of the hopper and secure with 1/4-20 lock-nut. Next slide Debris Screen
under the two bolts inside the hopper.
1/4-20 x 1”
Hex Head Bolt
Stainless
1/4-20 Lock Nut
Stainless
NOTICE CUPPED WA S H E R LOCATIONS

18. )RUQRUPDORSHUDWLRQERWKGRRUVVKRXOGEHIXOO\RSHQHG7RUHGXFHÀRZWRWKHOHIWVLGHSDUWLDOO\RUFRPSOHWHO\FORVHWKHGRRURYHUWKH
rear (LARGEKROH7RUHGXFHÀRZWRWKHULJKWVLGHSDUWLDOO\RUFRPSOHWHO\FORVHWKHGRRURYHUWKHIURQWSMALL) hole. Close both doors
for a narrow center spread pattern.
WARNING:,IWKHRSWLRQDOVLGHGHÀHFWRULVEHLQJXVHGLQWKHGRZQSRVLWLRQWKHSODWHRYHUWKHUHDULARGE) hole MUST BE CLOSED
or an over application of material will occur.
The settings furnished on the Setting Matrix are intended as a guide only. Variations in physical characteristics of material applied, walking
speed, and roughness of ground surface may require slightly different spreader settings. Due to these conditions, Earthway Products, Inc.
makes no warranty as to the uniformity of coverage actually obtained from the settings listed.
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
p
p
p
p
p
p
p
r
r
r
r
e
e
e
e
e
e
e
e
e
e
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
d
d
d
d
d
d
d
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
P
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
t
t
t
t
t
t
t
t
t
t
t
t
t
t
t
t
t
t
t
t
t
t
t
t
e
e
e
e
e
e
e
e
e
r
r
r
r
r
r
n
n
n
n
n
n
Each adjustable port
has 8 positions
One port closed
Both ports closed
Both ports open
6SUHDG:LGWK
FULL Rate (one pass) HALF Rate (two passes)
SPREAD PATH
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
%HIRUH¿OOLQJKRSSHUEHFRPHIDPLOLDUZLWKWKHRSHUDWLRQRIWKLVVSUHDGHU
5Obtain 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.
5Move stop bolt on rate gauge assembly to the proper setting.
5While pushing spreader forward, pull control lever back to stop bolt.
57RVWRSSXVKOHYHUIRUZDUGWRFORVHÀRZKROHVEHIRUH\RXVWRSPRYLQJ
5:KHQ¿QLVKHGHPSW\DQ\UHPDLQLQJPDWHULDOIURPKRSSHU
5Thoroughly wash spreader and allow to dry before storing. Apply coating of light oil to help prevent corrosion.
5If you use Rock Salt, remove agitator when using Rock Salt to prevent damage to the gearbox.
Earthway Products, Inc.
1009 Maple Street, PO Box 547
Bristol, IN 46507
For Your Records
Date Purchased
Place of Purchase
HOW TO ORDER SPARE PARTS
All spare parts listed may be ordered direct from
EarthWay Products, Inc.
Be sure to give the following information when ordering.
Model Number
Part Number
Part Description
Call [phone], 800-294-0671, or email: [e-mail]
for current prices.
5-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
Earthway Products, Inc. warrants this product free of defects in original workmanship and materials for a period of 5-Years 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) or 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 at owners’expense for examination and compliance with the terms of this warranty. Do not return any product
ZLWKRXW¿UVWUHFHLYLQJDXWKRUL]DWLRQIURP(DUWKZD\3URGXFWV,QF7RVHHNUHPHG\XQGHUWKLVZDUUDQW\FRQWDFW(DUWKZD\3URGXFWV,QFDW
574-848-7491, [e-mail] or write to Earthway Products, Inc. P.O. Box 547 Bristol, Indiana 46507 and describe the nature
of the manufacturing defect. SPECIFIC LIMITATIONS: This warranty covers only the part(s) or product; any labor charges associ-
DWHGZLWKUHSDLURUUHSODFHPHQWRIQRQFRQIRUPDQFHVDUHVSHFL¿FDOO\H[FOXGHG'XHWRWKHFRUURVLYHQDWXUHRIPRVWIHUWLOL]HUVDQGLFHPHOW
SURGXFWV(DUWKZD\3URGXFWV,QFPDNHVQRZDUUDQW\DJDLQVWDQGVSHFL¿FDOO\H[FOXGHVSDUWVRUSURGXFWGHJUDGDWLRQRUIDLOXUHGXHWRFRU-
rosion or its effects. Clean and dry your spreader thoroughly after each use, as a preventative measure, coat all metal parts with a light oil or
silicon spray.
PAGE 5

vvvvvvvv
vvvvvvvv
60060R
OPTIONAL
Heavy-Duty
Rain Cover
&
Side Deflector Kit
77002
OPTIONAL
Heavy-Duty
Rain Cover
37
30
5
26
20
11
11
14
32 9
11
28
11
22
34 33
31
25
13
2
27
16
3
1
8
21
5
29
23
5
9
22
36
5
24
22
24
12 15
12
36
18
19
18
17
10
35
35
35
35
35
35
35
6
7
5
5
5
6
4
3839
Earthway Products, Inc.
P.O. Box 547
Bristol, Indiana 46507
[phone]
C24HD & C24HDS PROFESSIONAL BROADCAST SPREADER
Key # Part # Description Key # Part # Description
1 40003 SQUARE SCREEN 21 36104 3/16 X 1" COTTER PIN S.S.
2 60219 HOPPER ASSEMBLY 22 36205 1/4-20 X 2 1/4" HHCS S.S.
3 33117 AGITATOR 23 24301 HANDLE SHAFTS WELDED (C24HDS)
4 36214 1/4-20 X 1 1/2" PHPMS S.S. 23 25301 HANDLE SHAFT (C24HD)
5 36300 1/4-20 NYLON INSERT LOCKNUT S.S. 24 36305 1/4-20 HEX NUT STAINLESS STEEL
6 36210 1/4-20 X 1" HHMS S.S. 25 44251 PIVOT ROD
7 12209 HOPPER BUSHING (C24/C25) 26 42256 CONTROL ROD
8 12278 SHUT OFF PLATE ASSEMBLY - COMMERCIAL 27 60298 GAUGE & LEVER ASSEMBLY
9 24202 LOWER HANDLE (C24HDS) COMPLETE 28 36207 1/4-20 X 2 3/4" HHCS S.S.
9 25202 LOWER HANDLE COMPLETE (C24HD) 29 12273 GRIP 9.75" LONG
10 60299 PIVOT & BRACKET ASSEMBLY 30 60069 UPPER HANDLE ASSEMBLY W/GRIPS C-SERIES PAINTED
11 36200 1/4-20 X 1 1/2" HHCS S.S. 30 60070 UPPER HANDLE ASSEMBLY W/GRIPS C-SERIES STAINLESS
12 42237 FRAME BRACE 31 36208 #6 X 3/8" TYPE 25 PHPS S.S.
13 24704 CROSS BRACE (11.125") 32 11927 SHUTOFF SUPPORT- LARGE
14 24100 FRAME (C24HDS) 33 11926 SHUTOFF SUPPORT- SMALL
14 25102 FRAME PAINTED (C24HD) 34 31138 #8 X 3/8" PMT #8 HD COARSE BLACK
15 12109 IMPELLER (9" DIA) 35 36404 1/4 CUPPED WASHER S.S.
16 36105 1/8" X 1 1/4" COTTER PIN S.S. 36 36209 1/4-20 X 1 3/4" HHCS S.S.
17 60334 GEAR BOX & AXLE ASSEMBLY 37 60027 WING NUTASSEMBLY BLACK
18 12352 BEARING (COMMERCIAL) 38 37100 1/4-20 X 1" CARRIAGE BOLT ZINC
19 36103 3/16 X 2" COTTER PIN S.S 39 12147 SPACER (PIVOT LINK)
20 19117 13" DIA PNEU TIRE DRIVE
3
0
2
0
1
0
0
L
e
s
c
o
S
e
t
t
i
n
g
s
Standard Settings (12196) Gauge Overlay and
OPTIONAL Lesco Settings (12195) Gauge Overlay
3
0
2
0
1
0
0
E
a
r
t
h
W
a
y
S
e
t
t
i
n
g
s
60166R
OPTIONAL
3-Side Deflector Kit

FULL Rate (one pass) HALF Rate (two passes)
SPREAD PATH
Pt. #53192
5
1
0
1
5
3
0
Insert Control Rod
into the Pivot Bracket
Attach 1/4-20 Regular
Hex Nuts at these points.
Notice the position
of the double bend point.
It must be at this location
30
Broadcast Setting Matrix
EV-N-SPRED®Calibration Techniques
Shut-Off
Fully Open
Tighten
Screw
Slide Outer
Control Wire
to Calibrate
Cable Type Adjustment
Loosen/tighten screw on cable clamp then
slide outer cable in/out for calibration
Fig 2
Drop holes shown fully open.
How to ensure your spreader is properly calibrated Make sure the drop holes in the bottom of the hopper are fully open when the Rate Control handle is on #30. If not, please adjust control cable or control rod to allow for a full open hopper position at #30. Rod Type Adjustment
1. Open the shut-off so that the drop holes are completely open as illustrated to the right. 2. Review the Control Lever position - if it is set so that the forward edge is at #30, you are calibrated. If not you need to adjust the control rod at the pivot bracket shown in Fig 1.
A. If your shut-off is not able to open fully as in step #1. Loosen the top nut a few turns, then loosen the lower nut
so that it allows you to push the shut-off open fully. Next tighten each nut so that they contact the pivot bracket without moving it, and then carefully tighten each nut fully so they do not loosen during use. Recheck adjustment as outlined in #1 above.
B. If your shut-off is able to open fully as in step #1, but the Control Lever is not at #30. Loosen the top nut a few
turns, then loosen the lower nut so that it allows you to push the Control Lever to #30. Next tighten each nut so that they contact the pivot bracket without moving it. Carefully tighten each nut fully so they do not loosen during use. Recheck adjust as outlined in #1 above.
Cable Type Adjustment
1. Open the Control Lever so that the shut-off and drop holes are completely open as illustrated above right. 2. Review the Control Lever position so that the indicator is pointed to #30, if it is your calibration is correct. If not you need to adjust the control cable at the cable clamp on the underside of the hopper as shown in Fig 2.
A. If your shut-off is not able to open fully as in step #1. Loosen the cable clamp screw slightly so that you can slide
the outer cable out so that the shut-off is fully open. Next tighten the cable clamp screw securely. Recheck adjustment as outlined in #1 above.
B. If your shut-off is able to open fully as in step #1, but the Control Lever is not at #30. Loosen the cable clamp screw
slightly so that you can slide the outer cable in so that the Control Lever opens to #30. Next tighten the cable clamp screw securely. Recheck adjustment as outlined in #1 above.
If you have any questions regarding the operation or assembly of your spreader please call us at 800-294-0671 or 574-848-7491 Monday - Friday 9:00am - 4:00pm Eastern. Accessories and Repair Parts are also available at these numbers.
Fig 1

BAG COVERAGE IN
SQUARE FEET
5,000 10,000 15,000
LBS/1,000 SQ FT
B
A
G
W
E
I
G
H
T
5 LBS. 1.0 0.5 0.3
10 LBS. 2.0 1.0 0.7 15 LBS. 3.0 1.5 1.0 18 LBS. 3.6 1.8 1.2 20 LBS. 4.0 2.0 1.3 25 LBS. 5.0 2.5 1.7 30 LBS. 6.0 3.0 2.0 35 LBS. 7.0 3.5 2.3 40 LBS. 8.0 4.0 2.7 45 LBS. 9.0 4.5 3.0 50 LBS. 10.0 5.0 3.3
SPREAD WIDTHS FOR DIFFERENT PARTICLE SIZES Particle Size English Metric
Small/Fine (Sand) 5-7ft. 1.5-2.1m Medium (Half BB) 7-9ft. 2.1-2.7m Large (Full BB) 9-12ft. 2.7-3.7m
SPREAD WIDTH FOR DIFFERENT SIZE GRASS SEED
Seed Size English Metric
Fine 5-7ft. 1.5-2.1m Coarse 7-10ft. 2.1-3.1m
ESTABLISHING A SETTING RATE
Step 1: Use Chart 1 to estimate the number of LBS/1,000 square feet of
coverage (Example: 20 LB bag with 10,000 square foot coverage = 2.0 LBS/1,000 square feet)
Step 2: Find the closest LBS/1,000 square feet in Chart 2 that you estimated
using Chart 1 (Example: 2.0 LBS/1,000 square feet = Spreader Setting of 13)
METRIC RATE SETTING Determining a Setting Rate Use chart below to determine the Setting Rate based on Grams/ Square Meter of coverage as directed on the bag.
All spread widths are determined by the particle size and density.
Below will give approximate spread widths.
GRAMS/SQ
METER
LBS./1,000
SQ FT
SPREADER
SETTING
5 Grams 1.0 LBS. 11
10 Grams 2.0 LBS. 13 15 Grams 3.0 LBS. 14 20 Grams 4.0 LBS. 16 25 Grams 5.0 LBS. 17 30 Grams 6.0 LBS. 18 35 Grams 7.0 LBS. 19 40 Grams 8.0 LBS. 20 45 Grams 9.0 LBS. 22 50 Grams 10.0 LBS. 23
GRAMS/SQ
METER LBS/1,000 SQ FT SPREADER
SETTING
10 Grams 2 LBS. 13 15 Grams 3 LBS. 14 20 Grams 4 LBS. 16 25 Grams 5 LBS. 17
The settings furnished on the Rate Setting Matrix are intended as a guide only. Variations in physical characteristics of material applied, walking speed, and roughness of ground surface may require slightly different spreader settings. Due to the above conditions, EPI makes no warranty as to the uniformity of coverage actually obtained from the settings listed.