Shindaiwa RS76 User manual

Model RS76
Model RS76S
COMMERCIAL BROADCAST SPREADER
Owner’s Manual
2-15-17 P15525-1

1. Remove the spreader and components from carton and
place hopper up-side down on a padded surface as shown.
Slide drive and free wheel onto axle as shown with the longer
portion of wheel hub facing the frame. Secure free wheel with
(1) 1/8 dia. x 1 1/4” cotter pin. Attach drive wheel to axle with
(1) 3/16 dia. x 2” cotter pin.
2. Attach leg/brace to frame as shown using (4)
1/4-20 x 2 1/4” carriage bolts and locknuts.
3. Turn spreader upright on wheels. Insert screen
into hopper sliding it under the screen clips. Attach
the upper handle assembly to handle brace with the
handle lever facing as shown. Secure with (2) 1/4-20
x 1 1/2” carriage bolts, and locknuts.
Handle Brace/Leg
1/4-20 Locknut
1/8 Dia. x
1 1/4” Cotter Pin
3/16 Dia. x
2” Cotter Pin
Free Wheel Drive Wheel
1/4-20 X 2 1/2”
Carriage Bolt
Upper Handle
Assembly
NOTE POSITION
OF
HANDLE LEVER
1/4-20 X 1 1/2”
Carriage Bolt
Screen
1/4-20 Locknut
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

4. Install control tube to handle lever with (1)
1/4 dia. clevis pin and a 3/32” dia. cotter pin.
Slip opposite end of control tube over lower
control rod making sure shuto󰀨 plate is between
the lower rod and the control tube. Secure with
a 3/32” dia. hitch pin cotter.
1. Check the product package for the rate setting, and
recommended swath width. Loosen rate control knob
and slide rate plate to the proper setting. The pattern is
controlled by loosening the two knobs on the discharge
chute and moving the chute closer or farther away
from the impeller (setting A, B, or C). See “PATTERN
ADJUSTMENT” for details.
2. Always ll the spreader on the driveway or sidewalk
not on the lawn. Make sure screen is in hopper and
spreader is in the “OFF” position.
3. Start spreader moving before opening port. Close
before stopping. Always push spreader, never pull.
4. Hold handle so top of spreader is level. Tipping the
spreader too far can cause uneven spreading.
5. The settings and swath widths on the product label
are recommended starting points. Always check the
delivery rate and pattern on a small area before treating
a large area. Actual delivery rate can vary due to weather
conditions, operating variables, and condition of the
product being applied. See “HOW TO DETERMINE
SPREADER SETTINGS AND SPREAD WIDTH” for
details.
1/4 Dia.
Clevis Pin
Handle
Lever
Lower Rod
Shut-Off
Control
Tube
3/32” Dia.
Cotter Pin
3/32” Dia.
Hitch Pin
Cotter
Use swath width
on package or
adjust per Operators
Walking Speed
OVERLAP
6. Push spreader at a normal walking speed
2 1/2 m.p.h. (18 feet in 5 seconds). Apply
header strips around area to be treated.
Space trips across the area as shown. Keep
material o󰀨 ower beds, sidewalks, etc.
7. When transporting spreader, make sure that
it is in the “OFF” position.
8. Empty spreader after each use. Return
leftover material to its original container.
OPERATION
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS, continued

B
A
B
A
Impeller
Knob
Discharge
Chute
Discharge
Chute
Settings
Knob
Two major factors should be considered when determining correct spreader settings of any product:
1. The product application rate, or the amount of material applied per 1,000 square feet.
2. The e󰀨ective pattern width, or the actual width in which material is applied. Label settings are a guide
and can be a󰀨ected by numerous factors.
Normal spreading of materials requires no
adjustment (factory setting “A”) unless stated on
the package. In those cases where the spread
pattern has shifted, the pattern can be adjusted
left and right by loosening the two knobs on the
discharge chute and moving the chute closer or
farther away from the impeller. Settings of “A, B,
and C” are provided as reference.
A simple visual pattern test can be made by operating
the spreader over a non-turf area and evaluating the
pattern. A more accurate method is to place a row
of common, disposable, aluminum cake pans
approximately 1 foot on centers. Set the rate
plate at a middle setting and make 3 or 4
passes in the same direction as shown. Pour
the material collected from each pan into
individual bottles of the same size. Set them
side by side in order, and visually inspect their
volume. If the pattern is not centered (example:
volume in bottle #2 left not equal to bottle #2
right), adjust the discharge chute up or down
as described in “PATTERN ADJUSTMENT”
section.
Once the pattern is uniform, the e󰀨ective pattern width can be determined. The e󰀨ective pattern width is
the distance out from the spreader to a point where the amount of material is 1/2 the average amount in the
center pans. This distance is multiplied by 2 to achieve the total e󰀨ective pattern width.
Leave space for wheel path
Direction of travel
Space pans 1’
on centers
PATTERN ADJUSTMENT
HOW TO DETERMINE SPREADER
SETTINGS AND SPREAD WIDTH
EFFECTIVE PATTERN WIDTH

FERTILIZER BAG RATE
Pounds of fertilizer used per
1,000 sq. ft. of coverage
APPROXIMATE
SETTING
SPREAD
WIDTH
(IN FEET)
Large, heavy
particles
5
10
15
M
O
Q
8
8
8
Medium, mixed
particles
5
10
15
L
N
O
8
8
8
Small particles
(Nitrogen)
1
2
3
G
J
L
8
8
8
Mixed size particles
Some nes
5
10
15
M
O
P
6
6
6
Lightweight particles
5
10
15
J
L
O
4
To
6
The following provides approximate shindaiwa RS76 & RS76S settings for those units listed.
EXAMPLE:
Product weight: 25 lbs.
Sq. ft. coverage: 5,000 sq. ft.
2500 lbs. ÷5,000 sq. ft.
= .5 lbs. / 100 sq. ft.
Weigh 15 to 20lbs. of material and spread over the 100 sq.
ft. area. Weigh remaining material left in hopper and adjust
rate setting as required. Repeat test until application rate is
correct.
Knowing the e󰀨ective pattern width (for
example, 10 feet), measure a distance equal
to 100 square feet (10’ x 10’ swath width).
Determine the product coverage in pounds /
100 sq. ft. by taking the weight of the product
and dividing it by the recommended square foot
coverage (add two zeroes to the weight of the
bag).
The following provides approximate shindaiwa RS76 & RS76S settings when only the product weight, square
foot coverage, and visual inspection of the material is available.
Brand/Model Setting
shindaiwa
RS76 & RS76S
B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z
Prizelawn®
CBR IV/BF1
CBR III
B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z
Prizelawn®
CBR II — 2 — 2.5 — 3 3.5 — 4 — 4.5 5 5.5 6 6.5 7 8 9.5 10 11 12 13 14 15 —
5 — — — 10 — — — — 15 — — — — 20 — — — — 25 — — — — 30
Spyker 76/78-2 —3———4——5——6——7——8———9——10
LESCO #029600 — B C D — E F — G H I — J K L — M N O — P Q R — S
Scotts R8A/SR-1 D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U — V W — X Y Z
Scotts Speedy
Green — — — 2 — — 3 3.5 — 4.5 5 5.5 6 — 6.5 — 7 — 7.5 — 8 — 8.5 — 9
APPLICATION RATE
RATE SETTING CONVERSION

The shindaiwa RS76 & RS76S was factory calibrated, however, calibration should be checked occasionally
to assure optimum performance.
1. Pull the on/o󰀨 lever to the “OFF” position.
Set the rate control plate to setting “B”.
2. Flip on/off control lever to the “ON” position.
Check the port opening. It should be just open. If
adjustment is necessary, continue to step #3.
3. Loosen the rate control knob and slide the rate
plate until the port is just opening. Loosen pointer
screw and move pointer until it aligns with “B” on
the rate plate. Retighten pointer screw.
B C D E F GH I J K L M N O P Q R S
VIEW IS
INSIDE OF
HOPPER
Port is just
open
Pointer Pointer Screw
Rate Control Plate
Rate Control Knob
Shindaiwa manufactures its products to superior quality standards of quality to ensure customers obtain the highest
level of satisfaction. In keeping with this goal, Shindaiwa warrants the unit to the original purchaser as follows:
Warranty Period
Two years from the delivery date to the original purchaser for consumer and commercial applications, 90 days for
rental applications.
Warranty Administration
Within the covered warranty period, Shindaiwa will, at their option, repair or replace any defect in material or
workmanship, without charge for parts or labor, if this product is presented at an authorizes Shindaiwa dealer.
Warranty Exclusions and Limitations
Shindaiwa Inc. assumes no responsibility for damages, loss, or injury resulting from:
• Normal wear and tear.
• Misuse or neglect.
• Modication to or removal of original component parts.
The warranty is limited to the terms stated herein. Shindaiwa disclaims all liability for incidental or consequential
damages. Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages, so these limitations
may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specic legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may
vary from state to state. Shindaiwa reserves the right to change the design or specications of this product without
obligation to modify previously manufactured products.
Owner’s Responsibilities
The owner of the unit must demonstrate reasonable care in the use, maintenance, and storage of this Shindaiwa
product. If a warrantable failure should occur, the owner must deliver the product to an authorized Shindaiwa servicing
dealer for correction. All residual chemicals must be removed from the hopper prior to delivery.
Unidentied chemicals left in tank can pose a serious health threat to anyone servicing the unit and unaware
of its presence!
To obtain warranty service, proof of purchase must be presented to the authorized Shindaiwa servicing dealer when
the product is presented for repairs.
Proof of purchase must include date of purchase and the name and address of the selling dealer.
shindaiwa LIMITED WARRANTY
CALIBRATION INSTRUCTIONS

1. SPREADER MODEL NUMBER
2. SPREADER NAME
PART OF OUR SERVICE IS
PROVIDING REPLACEMENT PARTS.
Parts may beobtained through your
local distributor. Be sure to give:
IF YOUR LOCAL DISTRIBUTOR CANNOT SUPPLY
PARTS, CONTACT:
Prizelawn®
1009 Maple Street / PO Box 547
Bristol, IN 46507
Ph: 800-294-0671 / Fax: [phone]
www.prizelawnspread ers.com
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Key Description RS76 RS76S Key Description RS76 RS76S
1Hopper Assembly P15574 17 Impeller Shaft Bearing P14312-1
1A Hopper* P14604 18 Drive Wheel P14856
2 & 4 Discharge Chute & Shut-O󰀨
Plate Guides* P15144 19 Impeller Shaft P15641
20 Pinion Gear P14833
3 Discharge Chute Knob (2) P14001 21 Axle Gear P14832
5Shut-O󰀨 Plate* P13353 22 Gear Cover (2) P14837
6Handle Lever Ass’y P15513 23 Gear Cover Clamps (3) P14868-1
7 Handle Grip (2) P14870 24 Gear Support P14834
8 Upper Handle P15497 P15498 25 Axle Collar w/Set Screw P14971
9Control Tube P14916 26 Axle P15518
10 Screen Clips (2) P14022 27 Axle Bearing (4) P16412
11 Hopper Screen P14603-04 28 Frame Assembly P15516 P15517
12 Handle Brace/Leg P15507 P15508 29 Impeller P14625
13 Rate Plate* P15521 30 Free Wheel P14857
14 Rate Control Knob* P12704 31 Agitator P14510
15 Pointer* P12708 32 Fastener Package P15579
16 Spring Housing Assembly* P15527-01 33 Hopper Cover P14606-1
*Parts included in Hopper Assembly 34 Hopper Label P16233
PART OF OUR SERVICE IS PROVIDING REPLACEMENT PARTS. Parts may be obtained through your local distributor. Be sure to give:
1. SPREADER MODEL NUMBER
2. SPREADER NAME
3. PART NUMBER
4. NAME OF PART AS SHOWN
PARTS LIST FOR
shindaiwa RS76 & RS76S

PO Box 1139
Lake Zurich, IL 60047
Phone [phone] / Fax [phone]
www.shindaiwa.com
CONTACT INFORMATION