Meyer 38210 User manual

CAUTION:
Read Rules for
Safe Operation
and Instructions
Carefully
120 LB. PUSH
BROADCAST SPREADER
OWNERS
MANUAL
Model No.
38210
Assembly
Operation
Maintenance
Repair Parts

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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
The following safety precautions are suggested. This
broadcast spreader is designed, engineered and tested
to offer reasonably safe and effective service, provided it
is operated in strict accordance with these instructions.
Failure to do so may result in personal injury. Always
observe the rules of safe operation.
1. Do not allow anyone to operate the broadcast
spreader without proper instructions.
2. Do not permit children to operate the broadcast
spreader.
CARTON CONTENTS
LOOSE PARTS IN CARTON
1. Handle Tube (long)
2. Braces (2)
3. Flow Control Mount Bracket
4. Flow Control Arm
2
6
5
1
7 9
3 4
8
10
11
LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL TO POINT OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS. IT
MEANS — ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED.
3. Wear eye and hand protection when handling and
when applying lawn or garden chemicals.
4. Read the chemical label instructions and cautions for
handling and applying the chemicals purchased for
spreading.
5. Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure
equipment is in safe working condition.
6. Follow maintenance and lubrication instructions as
outlined in this manual.
5. Handle Tube (short)
6. Flow Control Rod
7. Leg Stand Tube
8. Wheels (2)
9. Hopper Assembly
10. Hopper Screen
11. Spreader Shield
Hardware Package (not shown)

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KEY QTY. DESCRIPTION
A 2 Hex Bolt, 1/4-20 x 1-3/4" Long
B 6 Hex Bolt, 1/4-20 x 1-1/2" Long
C 8 Hex Bolt, 1/4-20 x 1" Long
D 3 Carriage Bolt, 1/4-20 x 3/4" Long
E16 Nyock Nut, 1/4-20 Thd.
F18 Washer, 1/4"
G 8 Nylon Washer
H 4 Flat Washer, 5/8"
I 1 Cotter Pin, 5/32" x 2"
J 1 Cotter Pin, 3/32" x 3/4" Long
NOT SHOWN FULL SIZE
G
F
ST
IJ
A B C D E
KLMNO
Q
PR
SHOWN FULL SIZE
H
KEY QTY. DESCRIPTION
K 1 Flow Control Link
L 2 Spacer Tube
M 2 Hub Cap
N 1 Grip
O 1 Vinyl Cap
P 3 Plastic Knob
Q 2 Handle Grip
R 1 Adjustable Stop
S 2 Angle Stop Bracket
T 4 Swivel Bracket

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY
(1) Pliers
(1) Hammer
(2) 7/16" Open or Boxed End Wrenches
1. Remove the spreader, the loose parts and the
hardware package from the carton. Lay out parts and
hardware and identify using the illustrations on pages
2 and 3.
2. With the spreader resting upside down on the top of
the hopper, assemble a spacer and then a 5/8" at
washer onto each end of the axle. See gure 1.
FIGURE 2
FIGURE 1
FIGURE 3
5. Place a wheel onto the end of the axle that has a cross
hole. The long end of the hub goes to the inside.
6. Assemble a 5/32" x 2" cotter pin through the hole in
the wheel hub and the axle. See gure 3.
7. Place a 5/8" at washer onto the axle and then lightly
tap a hub cap onto the axle until it is snug against the
washer and wheel hub. See gure 3.
FIGURE 4
8. Fasten the long handle tube onto the crossover tube
using using a 1/4" x 1-1/2" hex bolt, 1/4" washer, and
1/4" nylock nut. Do not tighten at this time.
9. Assemble two handle braces to the inside of the
hopper frame, one on each side, using two 1/4" x
1-1/2" hex bolts and two 1/4" nylock nuts. Do not
tighten at this time.
10. Assemble the other end of the two handle braces to
the long handle tube using a 1/4" x 1-1/2" hex bolt
and 1/4" nylock nut. Do not tighten at this time.
11. Tighten all nuts and bolts in same sequence as
assembled in steps 8 through 11. See gure 4.
3. Place a wheel onto the end of the axle that has
no cross hole. The long end of the hub goes to the
inside. See gure 2.
4. Place a 5/8" at washer onto the axle and then lightly
tap a hub cap onto the axle until it is snug against the
washer and wheel hub. See gure 2.
SPACER
5/8" FLAT
WASHER
AXLE
5/8" FLAT
WASHER
HUB CAP
WHEEL
NO CROSS
HOLE
HUB CAP
5/32" x 2" COTTER PIN
CROSS
HOLE
5/8" FLAT
WASHER
HEX BOLT
1/4" x 1-1/2"
HEX BOLT
1/4" x 1-1/2"
1/4"
NYLOCK
NUT
1/4" NYLOCK NUT
1/4" WASHER

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FIGURE 6
12. Assemble the leg stand tube to the bottom set of
holes in the handle tube (long) using two 1/4" x 1-1/2"
hex bolts and 1/4" nylock nuts. See gure 5.
13. Place a vinyl cap over the end of the leg stand tube.
FIGURE 5
14. Assemble the ow control link (end with small hole)
to the ow control arm using a 1/4" x 1" hex bolt, a
nylon washer and a 1/4" nylock nut as shown in gure
6. Tighten carefully. The ow control link should not
be loose but should pivot with no more than slight
resistance.
FLOW CONTROL
LINK FLOW
CONTROL
ARM
1/4"
NYLOCK
NUT
1/4" x 1"
HEX BOLT
SMALLEST
HOLE
NYLON
WASHER
FIGURE 7
FIGURE 8
15. Assemble the ow control arm to the ow control
mounting bracket using a 1/4" x 1" hex bolt, two nylon
washers and a 1/4" nylock nut as shown in gure 7.
Tighten carefully. The ow control arm should be snug,
but should pivot with no more than a slight resistance.
16. Assemble the vinyl grip. See gure 7.
17. Place the small washer onto the end of the ow
control rod. Insert the end of the ow control rod
through the slot in the ow control mounting bracket
and through the hole in the ow control link. Secure
with a 3/32" x 3/4" cotter pin. See gure 8.
FLOW
CONTROL
ROD
FLOW
CONTROL
LINK
3/32"
COTTER
PIN
SMALL
WASHER
SLOT
1/4" x 1"
HEX BOLT
1/4"
NYLOCK
NUT
FLOW CONTROL
MOUNTING
BRACKET
FLOW
CONTROL
ARM
(2) NYLON
WASHERS
VINYL GRIP
1/4" x 1-1/2"
HEX BOLTS
1/4"
NYLOCK
NUT
VINYL
CAP
LEG STAND TUBE

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18. Hook the free end of the ow control rod through the
hole in the slide gate bracket located near the bottom
of the hopper. See gure 9.
FIGURE 9
FIGURE 10
19. Assemble both the ow control mounting bracket and
the short handle tube to the long handle tube. Use
two 1/4" x 1-3/4" hex bolts, four 1/4" washers and two
1/4" nylock nuts as shown in gure 11. Do not tighten
at this time.
20. Place a handle grip on each handle. See gure 10.
1/4" x 1-3/4"
HEX BOLT
1/4"
NYLOCK
NUT
HANDLE
TUBE
(SHORT)
HANDLE
TUBE
(LONG)
HANDLE GRIP FLOW CONTROL
MOUNTING BRACKET
1/4"
WASHERS
HOPPER
SLIDE
GATE
BRACKET
FLOW
CONTROL
ROD
FIGURE 11
21. Place the adjustable stop into the "ON" end of the slot
in the top of the ow control mounting bracket. Secure
with the 1/4" x 3/4" carriage bolt, a nylon washer, a
1/4" washer and the nylon wing nut. See gure 11.
1/4" WASHER
NYLON
WASHER
1/4" x 3/4"
CARRIAGE BOLT
PLASTIC
KNOB
ADJUSTABLE
STOP
22. Attach an angle stop bracket and a swivel bracket to
the rear hole in the R.H. shield bracket using a 1/4" x
1" hex bolt, two 1/4" washers, a nylon washer and a
1/4" Nylock nut. Place the angle stop bracket on the
inside and the swivel bracket on the outside. Tighten
the locknut so that the swivel bracket can pivot freely.
See gure 12. Repeat step on L.H. shield bracket.
23. Attach a swivel bracket to the front hole in the R.H.
shield bracket using a 1/4" x 1" hex bolt, two 1/4"
washers, a nylon washer and a 1/4" Nylock nut.
Tighten the nut so that the swivel bracket can pivot
freely. See gure 12. Repeat step on L.H. shield
bracket.
SWIVEL
BRACKET
ANGLE STOP
BRACKET
1/4" x 1"
HEX BOLT
1/4"
WASHER
1/4" NYLOCK
NUT
NYLON
WASHER
SHIELD
BRACKET
NYLON
WASHER
FIGURE 12

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28. Position the ow control mounting bracket (gure 15).
a. Push on ow control arm until it locks in "OFF"
position.
b. Slideowcontrolmountingbracketalongtubeuntil
closure plate in bottom of hopper just closes.
c. Snugthe1/4"locknutsjustenoughtoholdow
controlmountingbracketinplace.
d. Set adjustable stop at "5". Pull ow control arm
againststop.Verifythatclosureplatehasopened
abouthalfway.
e. Ifclosureplatedoesnotopenhalfway,itmaybe
closedtoofarat"OFF".Adjustpositionofowcontrol
mountingbracketuntilclosureplatewillopenabout
halfwayat"5"andstillclosewhenarmislocked
in"OFF".Tighten1/4"locknuts.
29. Before operating the spreader, pre-lubricate per the
lubrication instructions in the owner's manual.
FIGURE 15
24. Assemble the spreader shield to the front swivel
brackets using two 1/4" x 3/4" carriage bolts, 1/4"
washers and the two 1/4" plastic knobs. See gure
13.
25. Assemble the spreader shield to the rear swivel
brackets using two 1/4" x 1" hex bolts, four 1/4"
washers and two 1/4" Nylock nuts. Tighten the nuts
so that the swivel bracket can still pivot freely. See
gure 13.
26. Place the hopper screen down into the hopper to help
break up clumpy material and to prevent large clumps
from reaching the bottom of the hopper and clogging
the opening. See gure 14.
SHIELD UP - 8 TO 18 FT. SPREAD WIDTH
SHIELD DOWN - 3 TO 4 FT. SPREAD WIDTH
HOPPER SCREEN
FIGURE 13
FIGURE 14
27. Lubricate the spreader following the instructions in
the maintenance section on page 9.
1/4" x 1"
HEX BOLT
1/4" WASHER
1/4" NYLOCK NUT
PLASTIC
KNOB
1/4" x 3/4"
CARRIAGE BOLT
OFF
ON
1
2
3
4
6
7
8
9
10
5
FLOW
CONTROL
ARM
ON
OFF
AJDUSTABLE
STOP
SETTING "5"

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HOW TO USE YOUR SPREADER
SETTING THE FLOW CONTROL
(Refertogure15onpage7.)
1. Loosen the nylon wing nut, set the adjustable stop to
the desired ow rate setting and retighten the wing
nut. The higher the setting number, the wider the
opening in the bottom of the hopper.
2. Refer to the application chart on page 8 and to the
instructions on the fertilizer bag to select the proper
ow rate setting.
3. Pull the ow control arm against the adjustable stop
for the on position and toward the hopper for the off
position.
OPERATION
USING YOUR SPREADER
We do not recommend the use of any powdered lawn
chemicals, due to difficulty in obtaining a satisfactory or
consistent broadcast pattern.
1. Determine approximate square footage of area to be
covered and estimate amount of material required.
2. Before lling the hopper make sure the ow control
arm is in the off position and the closure plate is shut.
3. Break up any lumpy fertilizer as you ll the hopper.
4. Set the adjustable stop with the ow control arm still
in the off position. Refer to the application chart on
this page and to the instructions on the fertilizer bag
to select the proper ow rate setting.
5. The application chart is calculated for light to heavy
application at a walking speed of 3 mph, or 100
ft. in 23 seconds. A variation in speed will require
an adjustment of the ow rate to maintain the
same coverage. The faster you walk, the wider the
broadcast width.
6. Always start the spreader in motion before opening
the closure plate.
7. Always shut the closure plate before turning or
stopping the spreader.
8. If fertilizer is accidentally deposited too heavily in a
small area, soak the area thoroughly with a garden
hose or sprinkler to prevent burning of the lawn.
9. To insure uniform coverage, make each pass so that
the broadcast pattern slightly overlaps the pattern
from the previous pass as shown in gure 16. The
approximate broadcast widths for different materials
are shown in the application chart on this page.
10. When broadcasting weed control fertilizers, make
sure the broadcast pattern does not hit evergreen
trees, owers or shrubs.
11. Heavy moisture conditions may require a cover over
the hopper to keep contents dry. The vinyl cover
(available as an accessory) acts as a wind and
moisture shield, but should not be used as a rain
cover. Refer to the parts list on page 11.
FIGURE 16
APPLICATION DIAGRAM
OVERLAP
8' to
10'
OPERATING SPEED - 3 MPH. (100 ft. in 23 seconds)
IMPORTANT:Applicationratesshowninthechartareaf-
fected by humidity and by the moisture content of the material
(granularandpellet).Someminorsettingadjustmentsmay
be necessary to compensate for this condition.
APPLICATION CHART
MATERIAL
TYPE
FLOW SETTING SPREAD
WIDTH
FERTILIZER
Powder 3 - 5 3' - 4'
Granular 3 - 5 8' - 10'
Pelleted 3 - 5 10' - 12'
Organic 6 - 8 6' - 8'
GRASS SEED
Fine 3 - 4 6' - 7'
Coarse 4 - 5 8' - 9'
ICE MELTER 6 - 8 10' - 12'

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FIGURE 17
CHECK FOR LOOSE FASTENERS
1. Before each use make a thorough visual check of
the spreader for any bolts and nuts which may have
loosened. Retighten any loose bolts and nuts.
CHECK FOR WORN OF DAMAGED PARTS
2. Check for worn or damaged parts before each use.
Repair or replace parts if necessary.
CHECK TIRE INFLATION
3. Check if tires are adequately inated before each use.
Do not inate tires beyond maximum recommended
pressure.
1. Rinse inside of hopper and exterior of spreader and
dryoffbeforestoring.
2. Storeinaclean,dryarea.
CLEANING
4. Rinse inside of hopper and exterior of spreader and
dry off before storing.
LUBRICATE (Seegure17)
5. Lightly apply automotive grease as needed to the
sprocket and gear.
6. Oil the nylon bushings on the vertical sprocket shaft
and on the axle at least once a year, or more often as
needed.
7. Oil right hand (idler) wheel at least once a year or
more often as needed.
MAINTENANCE
STORAGE
GREASE
OIL
OIL
CAUTION: DO NOT inatetiresbeyondthe
maximum recommended pressure printed
on side of tire.
REPLACING SLOTTED GEAR
1. If the axle, slotted gear and sprocket assembly is
disassembled, mark down the positions of the parts
as they are removed. The drive wheel and sprocket
positions in relation to the slotted gear determine
which direction the spreader plate will spin. Be sure to
reassemble them in their original positions. (Refer to
gure 3 on page 4.) Use shim washers (Ref. no. 21 on
pages 10 and 11) as needed for minimum backlash.
Add grease to gear and sprocket.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

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REPAIR PARTS FOR BROADCAST SPREADER MODEL 38210
1
2
31
18
8
8
17
7
9
9
17
17
8
32
3
44
4
7
24
27
27
23
30
9
10
15
11
12 34
42
6
13
57
4
5
53
47 47
47
44
48
15
15
54
47
47
56
14
29
26
28
25
16
16
16
55
20
45
49
55
45
45
46
41
46
45
51
17
33
15
15
19
21
22
40
43
48
50
44
47
47
37
36
52
39
38
47
51
35
49
53
54
5
39 16
16
8
8
8
7
7
8
47
47
15
15
47
47
8
7
7
7
7
7
7
7
7
7
7
7
7
16

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REPAIR PARTS LIST FOR BROADCAST SPREADER MODEL 38210
REF.
NO.
PART
NO.
QTY. DESCRIPTION
1 AF41920 1 Spreader Hopper
2 AFC-9M5732 2 Pop Rivet, 3/16"
3 AF48842 1Frame Tube
4 AF24125 2 Shield Bracket
5 AF741-0249 2 Flanged Bearing
6 AF62482 1Guide Closure Assembly
7 20303 25 Nylock Nut, 1/4"
8 AF1543-69 14 Nylon Washer
9 20351 5 Washer, .312 x .734 x .065"
10 AF23753 1 Slide Gate Angle Bracket
11 AF23758 1 Slide Gate Bracket
12 AF44566 1 Torsion Spring
13 AF23533 1 Closure Plate
14 AF48841 1Crossover Tube
15 20005 9 Hex Bolt, 1/4-20 x 1"
16 20007 8 Hex Bolt, 1/4-20 x 1-1/2"
17 AF1509-69 8 Hex Bolt, 1/4-20 x 1-3/4"
18 AF25672 2 Clip
19 AF47204 1Large Yoke
20 AF44125 1 Washer, .625 x 1 x .03"
21 AF47205 1 Small Gear
22 AF47209 1 Large Gear
23 AF43659 2 Spring Pin, 3/16 x 1"
24 AF49896 1 Impeller Shaft
25 AF27245 1 Axle Spreader Shaft
26 AF47212 2 Large Gear Housing
27 AF49897 2 Hairpin Clip, 7/8"
28 AF49898 1 Hairpin Clip, 5/8"
29 AF04367 1 Spreader Impeller
REF.
NO.
PART
NO.
QTY. DESCRIPTION
30 AF46055 2 Spring Pin, 1/8 x 1"
31 AF44285 1 Delrin Bushing, 3/8"
32 AF48934 1 Agitator Hairpin
33 AF24855 1 Flow Control Mount Bracket
34 AF44514 1 Flow Control Rod
35 AF44590 1Long Handle Tube
36 AF44589 1Short Handle Tube
37 AF44587 1Leg Stand Tube
38 AF24856 1Flow Control Arm
39 AF23525 2 Hitch Brace
40 AF24857 1 Flow Control Link
41 AF47063 1 Cotter Pin, 5/32 x 2"
42 AF44101 1 Cotter Pin, 3/32 x 3/4"
43 AF43848 1Control Arm Grip
44 AF43849 3 Plastic Knob
45 20357 4 Washer, .656 x 1.25 x .059"
46 AF48857 2 Spacer, 64 x .84 x 1"
47 AF R19 111116 15 Washer, .343 x .687 x .67"
48 AF44950 3 Carriage Bolt, 1/4-20 x 3/4"
49 AF48499B 2 Hub Cap
50 AF24858 1 Adjustable Stop
51 AF44482 2 Handle Grip
52 AF44481 1 Vinyl Cap
53 AF23998 4 Shield Swivel Bracket
54 AF23999 2 Angle Stop Bracket
55 AF40880 2 Wheel
56 AF46119 1 Spreader Shield
57 AF47441 1 Spreader Screen
58 AF40825 1 Hopper Cover (not shown)

Meyer Products LLC warrants to Purchaser the following:
Meyer Products LLC, warrants to the original purchaser for a period of one year from the date of purchase of Meyer® brand
spreader products that they will be free from defects in materials or workmanship, with the exceptions stated below. No
person is authorized to change this warranty or to create any additional warranty on Meyer® products.
Meyer Products LLC will repair any product that proves to be defective in materials or workmanship. In the event repair is not
possible or practical (as determined by Meyer Products LLC in its sole discretion), Meyer Products LLC will either replace the
product with a new product of similar model and price, or refund the full purchase price, as determined by Meyer Products
LLC. Customer must keep the complete spreader system serviced/maintained as recommended by Meyer Products LLC.
This warranty does not cover:
• Problems caused by failure to follow the product instructions, or failure to maintain the product as described in the Operator’s
Manual;
• Damage resulting from rust, corrosion
• Damage caused by usage that is not in accordance with product instructions (use of the spreader for any purpose other
than spreading approved material is considered misuse and abuse);
• Any spreader, or any part, component, or assembly thereof, which has been modied or altered;
• Problems caused by using accessories, parts, or components not supplied by Meyer Products LLC;
• Cost of tax, freight, transportation or storage charges, environmental charges, solvents, sealants, lubricants or any other
normal shop supplies.
• Problems caused by collision, re, theft, vandalism, riot, explosion, lightning, earthquake, windstorm, hail, water, ood, or
any other Acts of God;
• Liability for damage to property, or injury to, or death of any person arising out of the operation, maintenance or use of the
covered product;
• Products with missing or altered serial numbers;
How To Get Service:
• It is the responsibility of the original purchaser to establish the warranty period by verifying the original delivery date. A bill
of sale, cancelled check or some other appropriate payment record may be kept for that purpose. It is recommended, but
not required, that the consumer verify the original delivery date by immediately returning the attached Warranty Registration
Card.
How State Law Applies:
This warranty gives you specic legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
WARRANTY
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