Earth Way M80 User manual

Operation and Assembly Manual
for the
EarthWay M80 12-volt
Broadcast Spreader
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WARRANTY
WARRANTY
WARRANTY
EARTHWAY guarantees this product to be free of defects in original workmanship and materials for a period of 90-days from sale to the
original user. If any defect develops during this period EARTHWAY will repair or replace this product or part at no charge provided the
defect is not the result of mishandling or tampering. If advised by EarthWay that the product or part is to be returned, the shipping
charges must be prepaid to EarthWay Products, Inc. 1009 Maple St. Bristol, IN 46507. For quicker service you may call EARTHWAY
at [phone] or write and describe the nature of the defect and we will send repair parts to you.
Due to the corrosive nature of most fertilizers and ice melters, EARTHWAY PRODUCTS, INC. makes no warranty or guarantee against
corrosion failure on models with plated steel or painted steel frames. Clean and dry your spreader thoroughly after each use.
Warranty covers parts only, not labor charges for the repair or replacement of the parts.

EarthWay
Electric Spreaders
Models M80
1. Always wear protective clothing, eyewear, and dust mask to prevent contact with chemicals and other materials being
applied with this machine.
2. Remove any material in the hopper before lifting or detaching this machine from the vehicle.
3. Care must be taken when lifting this machine so as not to cause personal injury or equipment damage. Never attempt to
install this machine to the vehicle alone. Recruit the help of someone to assist when attaching and detaching this machine
from the vehicle.
4. Refer to the material packaging or the Material Safety Data Sheet for precautionary measures required when handling
materials to be applied.
5. Before attaching this machine, consideration must be given to the load capacity of the vehicle. Refer to the owner’s man-
ual of the vehicle for rated load capacity. Be sure to take into account the weight of this machine 30lbs. and the weight of
the material to be placed in the hopper when calculating the total load.
KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM ANY SPINNING OBJECT, SHUT-OFF PLATE, SOLENOID LINKAGE, AND
THE INSIDE OF THE HOPPER, EXTREME INJURY CAN OCCUR.
HOW TO OPERATE SAFELY:
1. Read, understand, and follow all product label information provided on the material being applied.
2. An adjustable solid stop is provided that allows the operator to adjust to the desired opening position on the rate setting
control prior to operation of the vehicle. This allows repeatability to the stop without the need to look at the control while
operating the vehicle.
3. Establish the correct rate and then lock the stop in that position
using the thumb wing nut on the setting control.
MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS:
Position the M80 on the vehicle so that the vertical center frame brace
is positioned at the edge of the vehicle, this will allow a full 180 de-
gree spread pattern.
Shown in photo is a cross-bed mounting frame.
See page 4 for mount description.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS:
Before filling hopper, become familiar with the operation of this spreader.
(Practice the following steps)
1. Connect only the black wire (ground) to the negative (-) post on the bat-
tery. Connect the other two wires to the positive (+) post on the battery.
2. Turn the motor switch to the ONPOSITION, so that the impeller is turning
before going on to the next step.
3. While driving forward turn the solenoid switch to the ONPOSITION, this
opens the shut off plate on the spreader.
4. To stop the flow of material, turn the solenoid switch to the OFF POSITION, then turn the motor off when finished.
5. When finished empty any remaining material from hopper.
6. Thoroughly wash spreader and allow to dry before storing. No oiling is necessary.
CALIBRATION INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Remove power connect from the positive terminal on the battery.
2. Loosen # 1 wing nut.
3. Turn # 2 wing nut clockwise to reduce setting or turn counter clockwise to increase setting to desired hole opening. Set-
ting 15 places the shut-off plate inside hopper to half open. By turning this wing nut, indicator will travel along side
gauge.
4. Tighten # 1 wing nut firmly to lock calibration setting in place.
IFRATE SETTINGS ARE NOT AVAILABLE USE THE FOLLOWING PROCEDURE TO CALCULATE THE SETTING:
1. Determine how much material is to be applied per 1,000 sq/ft.
2. Measure off a distance of 50 feet, preferably on a paved surface such as a parking lot.
3. Weigh out enough of the material to be applied to fill the hopper at least half full. Record the weight for future use.
4. With the unit mounted on the vehicle and the hopper at least half full of the material to be spread, position the vehicle
far enough before the beginning of the 50 foot test area so that the vehicle will achieve the desired speed before you
reach the starting line.
5. Set the rate setting stop at a position that you feel would be an appropriate setting.
6. Start the vehicle in motion and as you cross the starting line (of the 50 feet) move the rate lever to the open position
against the stop. Take care to be aware of what is going on around you maintaining control of the vehicle.
7. Continue from the starting line with the unit spreading the material. As you cross the finish line move the rate lever to
the closed position.
8. Stop the vehicle and note the width of the spread path that was just completed.
9. Return to the start point and empty the remaining material from the hopper into your weighing container and re-weigh.
Use Caution ~ disconnect power supply.

The settings furnished on the Rate Setting Chart are intended as a guide only. Variations in physical characteristics of material applied,
brisk walking speed (3 mph.), and roughness of ground surface may require slightly different spreader settings. Due to the above condi-
tions, EARTHWAY PRODUCTS INC. makes no warranty as to the uniformity of coverage actually obtained from the setting listed.
Mounting Systems
EarthWay recommends that the M80 be mounted into the bed of a vehicle or to a secure horizontal or vertical surface capable of holding
a 500lb weight. The hole location dimensions for reference are shown below.
23.5”
5.375 –5.5”
6”
M80 Frame Detail
Custom Bed mount for Carryall 1 Utility Cart.
The mount bolts securely to the top and the bottom of the side
of the bed at the positions shown by arrows.
EarthWay
Electric Spreaders
Rate Setting Worksheet
Desired Application Rate (lbs/1,000 sq ft) _____________
To determine the desired application rate divide the area (sq ft) the bag should cover by the weight of the bag, then multiply by 1,000.
(example: 5000 sq ft / 25 lbs = .005 x 1,000 = 5)
___________Weight of Material Placed in Hopper
- __________Weight of Material Left in Hopper
=__________Weight of Material Used
50 Length of Test Area
x______ Width of Spread Area
=_______Total Spread Area
Divide the Weight of Material Used by the Total Spread Area =_________lbs\sq ft
Multiply the lbs\sq ft times 1,000 =________lbs\1,000 sq ft
Compare the results of your test to the desired application rate.
Adjust the rate setting stop accordingly and run through the test again.
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HOW TO ORDER SPARE PARTS
All spare parts listed may be ordered direct from
the manufacturer, EARTHWAY PRODUCTS,
INC. Be sure to give the following information
when ordering.
1. Model Number
2. Part Number
3. Part Description
Call [phone] or write for current prices.
EarthWay
Products, Inc.
P.O. Box 547
Bristol, Indiana 46507
[phone]
www.earthway.com
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Key # Part # Description Key # Part # Description
1 77052 Heavy Duty Rain Cover 20 60352 Linkage Assembly
2 77102 Electric Motor with Shield 21 42272 Adjusting Rod
3 N/A 1/4-20 x1 3/4" SS HexHead Bolt 22 60347 1/4-28 Wing Nut
4 60330 Motor Support Assembly 23 36305 1/4-28 HexNut
5 60409 HopperAssembly Includes Key #9 24 12308 Indicator
6 36101 .080" x 1-3/16 Stainless Steel Hair Pin Clip 25 70189 Solenoid
7 53226 Vinyl EarthWay Logo 26 32116 10-32 Nylon Insert Locknut
8 60512 Wire Harness Assembly 27 12315 Square Debris Screen
9 12278 NewPro Shut-Off Plate 28 19170 Washout Port Cap
10 N/A 1/4-20 x1" SS HexHead Bolt 29 19168 Frame Tube Cap 1-1/4"
11 42276 Back Deflector 30 70207 Strain Relief
12 60408 Frame Assembly 31 36227 1/4-20 x1" Slotted Head Stainless Steel
13 42275 Gauge 32 N/A 1/4-20 x3/4" HexHead Stainless Steel
14 36300 1/4 - 20 SS Nylon Insert Locknut 33 36400 5/8" O.D. x9/32"I.D. Stainless Steel Washer
15 36228 1/4-20 x2 1/4" SS HexHead 34 31138 #8 X 3/8" PMT #8 HD Coarse Black
16 12109 Impellor 35 33117 Agitator
17 41276 ControlRod 36 77009 (Optional)MotorSpeed Control
18 36105 1/8" x1 1/4" Cotter Pin 60513 (Optional) Truck Mount Wire Harness w/ Lighter Plug
19 70182 Extension Spring N/A -can be foundat most local hardware stores

EarthWay Products, Inc.
P.O. Box 547
Bristol, Indiana 46507
USA
EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
(Machinery Directive & Electromagnetic Compatibility Directives)
Herewith we declare that the machinery described below is in accordance with the relevant
health and safety requirements of the EC Council Directives concerned with Machinery and
Electromagnetic Compatibility. No alterations are to be made to the machine without prior con-
sultation and approval of EarthWay Products, Inc. otherwise the Declaration may become inva-
lid. This equipment must be commissioned, used and maintained strictly in accordance with the
operating and maintenance instructions issued with the machine. Operators must be trained in
accordance with the recommendations given in the operating and maintenance instructions
issued with the machine.
Description of Machine: EarthWay M80 12-volt Broadcast Spreader
Serial Number: AS STAMPED ON MACHINE
Date of Supply: AS INVOICED DATE
Relevant EC Council Directives:
Machine Directives 89/392/EEC and subsequent amendments.
Electromagnetic compatibility Directive 89/336/EEC and subsequent amendments.
Issued by: Jeffrey D. Kendall on behalf of EarthWay Products, Inc.
Signed by:
Date: 21 May 2006
Position of Signatory: Vice President
Sales & Marketing
DO NOT RETURN TO DEALER FOR REPAIR
EARTHWAY PRODUCTS, INC.
1009 Maple Street
P.O. Box 547
Bristol, IN 46507
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