GroundsKeeper 3042650 User manual

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Assembly Instructions
3042650 Steel Frame
Walk Behind Broadcast Spreader
9049 Tyler Blvd. • Mentor, Ohio 44060
Phone [phone] • Fax [phone]
www.buyersproducts.com
FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY
Manufacturer will repair, or at manufacturer’s discretion will replace any part of this salt spreader which proves to be defective in workmanship or material
under normal use for a period of one year from the date of delivery to the original purchaser. Any cost incurred in returning the product to the supplier is the
responsibility of the consumer.
EXCLUSIONS
Manufacturer shall not be liable for special, incidental, or consequential damages, or for damages resulting from lack of necessary maintenance, from misuse,
abuse, acts of God, or alteration of the product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above
limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.

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Rain Cover And Hardware Kit Are Not Shown
Figure 1 - Contents of Box Figure 2
Figure 3 Figure 4
Hopper Assembly Not
Shown for Clarity
Step D:
Place Control Plate
Assembly Over End of
Lower Linkage as Shown
in Inset
opposite view,
assembled
Screen
Control Handle Assembly Linkage Plate Assembly
Handle
Assembly
Upper
Linkage
Lower Linkage
Preassembled
Spreader
Rear Deflector Assembly
Step B: Slide
Handle Onto Frame
And Line Up Holes
TOOLS NEEDED FOR ASSEMBLY
• (2) 10mm Wrenches
• (2) 1/2 in Wrenches
Contents of Box – Figure 1
Check contents of box against the parts list to make sure all
components are included. When ordering replacement or spare
parts refer to the parts list for part numbers.
Fig. 4
C. Carefully insert the Lower Linkage into the Restrictor Plate
underneath the Hopper as shown. (The Lower Linkage has two
bent ends & the Upper Linkage has one threaded end).
Rain Cover And Hardware Kit Are Not Shown
Figure 1 - Contents of Box
Screen
Control Handle Assembly Linkage Plate Assembly
Handle
Assembly
Upper
Linkage
Lower Linkage
Preassembled
Spreader
Rear Deflector Assembly
Attaching the Handle, Linkage Plate Assembly,
and Lower Linkage – Figures 2 – 5
A. Remove contents from box and place the preassembled
portion of the spreader upright on its wheels
B. Slide the Handle onto the spreader frame & line up the holes
Rain Cover And Hardware Kit Are Not Shown
Figure 1 - Contents of Box Figure 2
Figure 3 Figure 4
Hopper Assembly Not
Shown for Clarity
Step D:
Place Control Plate
Assembly Over End of
Lower Linkage as Shown
in Inset
opposite view,
assembled
Screen
Control Handle Assembly Linkage Plate Assembly
Handle
Assembly
Upper
Linkage
Lower Linkage
Preassembled
Spreader
Rear Deflector Assembly
Step B: Slide
Handle Onto Frame
And Line Up Holes
Fig. 2
Fig. 1
Rain Cover And Hardware Kit Are Not Shown
Figure 1 - Contents of Box Figure 2
Figure 3 Figure 4
Hopper Assembly Not
Shown for Clarity
Step D:
Place Control Plate
Assembly Over End of
Lower Linkage as Shown
in Inset
opposite view,
assembled
Screen
Control Handle Assembly Linkage Plate Assembly
Handle
Assembly
Upper
Linkage
Lower Linkage
Preassembled
Spreader
Rear Deflector Assembly
Step B: Slide
Handle Onto Frame
And Line Up Holes
Fig. 3
D. Insert the other end of the Lower Linkage into the front hole
on the Linkage Plate Assembly
E. Attach the Linkage Plate Assembly and Handle to the Frame
using two M6x40 bolts as shown (see Fig. 5 on next page).
Figure 6 shows the lower linkage assembled (for reference).
NOTE: The Lower Linkage must be attached to the restrictor
and the Linkage Plate Assembly before the Assembly is
attached to the frame. If the Linkage Plate Assembly is attached
to the Frame without the Lower Linkage, the Lower Linkage will
be very difficult to assemble and may cause the restrictor plate
to be broken during assembly

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I. Set the Restrictor
Plate Fully Open and
the Control Handle to
"30" (as shown)
F. Attach Control Handle
Assembly to Frame
Using M6x40 Bolts
G. Remove Control
Handle from Assembly,
Insert Upper Linkage
into Control Handle,
Reattach Control Handle
H. Thread First Jam Nut
onto Upper Linkage and
Insert Linkage into Control
Plate Assembly
Secure Linkage with Second Jam Nut and Tighten
First Jam Nut
Step E
Attach Control Plate Assembly
To Frame Using M6x40 Bolts
This End Of Rod To
Be Facing Upward
J. Attach Rear Deflector
Using M6x20 Bolts
Rod To Be Flat (Parallel
To The Ground)
I. Set the Restrictor
Plate Fully Open and
the Control Handle to
"30" (as shown)
F. Attach Control Handle
Assembly to Frame
Using M6x40 Bolts
G. Remove Control
Handle from Assembly,
Insert Upper Linkage
into Control Handle,
Reattach Control Handle
H. Thread First Jam Nut
onto Upper Linkage and
Insert Linkage into Control
Plate Assembly
Secure Linkage with Second Jam Nut and Tighten
First Jam Nut
Step E
Attach Control Plate Assembly
To Frame Using M6x40 Bolts
This End Of Rod To
Be Facing Upward
J. Attach Rear Deflector
Using M6x20 Bolts
Rod To Be Flat (Parallel
To The Ground)
Fig. 5
Fig. 6
Fig. 7
Attach Control Handle Assembly, Upper Linkage,
& Rear Deflector – Figure 6 & 7
F. Mount the Control Handle Assembly to the Handle using two
M6x40 bolts as shown.
G. Insert the Upper Linkage into the Control Handle as shown.
H. Thread one Jam Nut so that the Restrictor Plate underneath the
Hopper is fully open when the Control Handle is at "30". Assemble
the second jam nut in this position to lock the linkage in place.
I. Verify that the Restrictor Plate may be fully closed by pushing
the Control Handle forward.
J. Using two M6x20 bolts, attach the rear deflector.
Final Assembly
A. Check And Tighten All Fasteners – Make sure the Gearbox
turns freely when pushing and pulling the unit.
B. Place the Screen in the hopper.
C. Install the Rain Cover on the hopper.
Operation
1. Before filling Hopper, ensure that the Restrictor Plate is fully
closed and the screen is in place.
2. Move and tighten the stop bolt to the desired setting.
3. Begin moving forward with the spreader.
4. Pull the Control Handle back to the stop bolt to open
Restrictor Plate and allow material to flow.
5. Before stopping, push the Control Handle forward to stop
the flow.
Maintenance
1. The Hopper and Spinner should be completely emptied and
cleaned before storage.
2. The Spreader should be washed and dried before storage.
3. Check that the Restrictor Plate and Linkage move freely. Clear
out any debris between the Restrictor Plate & the Hopper.
4. Check that the gearbox moves freely.
5. Check torque of all fasteners on a monthly basis.
Operation Notes
1. The spreader is designed to be operated at a brisk walking
pace (approx. 3mph). Walking slower or faster will alter the
distribution pattern & amount of the material, as will the moisture
content of the material & other environmental factors.
2. Grease should be applied to the gear box during seasonal
use, and prior to storing for the season.
WARNING
When filling hopper, make certain there are no large objects within the
material. Objects larger than the openings in the Screen may cause
the spreader to clog or even damage the drive system. Never leave
material in the hopper when not in use.
I. Set the Restrictor
Plate Fully Open and
the Control Handle to
"30" (as shown)
F. Attach Control Handle
Assembly to Frame
Using M6x40 Bolts
G. Remove Control
Handle from Assembly,
Insert Upper Linkage
into Control Handle,
Reattach Control Handle
H. Thread First Jam Nut
onto Upper Linkage and
Insert Linkage into Control
Plate Assembly
Secure Linkage with Second Jam Nut and Tighten
First Jam Nut
Step E
Attach Control Plate Assembly
To Frame Using M6x40 Bolts
This End Of Rod To
Be Facing Upward
J. Attach Rear Deflector
Using M6x20 Bolts
Rod To Be Flat (Parallel
To The Ground)

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9049 Tyler Blvd. • Mentor, Ohio 44060
Phone [phone] • Fax [phone]
www.buyersproducts.com
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ITEM PART NO. QTY DESCRIPTION
1 3021435 1 Frame
2 3010874 1 Handle
3 3042704 1 Hopper Assembly
- 3042705 Hopper
- 3012702 Restrictor Plate Assembly
4 3012696 1 Spinner Disc
5 3035272 1 Axle
6 3008142 1 Deflector Assembly
7 3011734 1 Rear Deflector Assembly
8 3009160 1 Control Handle Assembly
Parts List
ITEM PART NO. QTY DESCRIPTION
9 3010878 1 Linkage Plate Assembly
10 3010879 1 Lower Linkage
11 3010880 1 Upper Linkage
12 3010871 2 Hopper Support Bracket
13 3014857 2 Wheel
14 3008813 1 Screen
15 3027118 1 Gearbox Assembly
16 3015357 1 Hardware Bag
17 3007873 1 Agitator Pin
18 3012704 2 Axle Bushing
Bill of Material