SPYKER 46 Troubleshooting guide

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Spreading Chart
Operation Guide
Service Manual
Parts List
spread with confidence
It’s the spread that counts
It’s the spread that counts
For Model:
46
3230 Industrial Parkway
Jeffersonville, IN
47130 USA
1-800-972-6130
Fax: [phone]

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Assembly Instructions
Tools you will need:
2 - 7/16” wrenches
Awl
Parts you will use:
• (1) Screen
• (1) T Handle
• (2) Handle Grips
• (3) 1/4" x 1-1/2” Hex Head Bolt
• (1) 3/16" x 1-3/4" Clevis Pin
• (1) Hairpin Cotter Pin
• (2) #10 Washers
• (2) Wheels
• (1) 1/2" Washer
• (3) 1/4" x 1-1/4" Hex Head Bolts
• (6) 1/4" Nylon Lock Nuts
• (1) Control Rod
• (1) Rue Ring Locking Clip
For uick and Easy Assembly - First Read Entire Procedure
Then Follow Carefully The Step by Step Instructions

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1. Attach wheels. Install a wheel (37) on the drive side of
the axle (19). Install #10 Washer (52) onto clevis pin
(20) and insert assembly through the holes in the wheel
hub and axle. You may need to use Awl to align holes.
Secure with #10 Washer (52) and Hairpin Cotter Pin
(21). On the idle side of the axle, slide the other wheel
all the way onto the axle until the outer hole in axle
shows. If necessary, install the wheel washer (42) to
remove unwanted wheel movement. Secure wheel to
axle using the rue ring locking clip (26).
2.Attach ground prop
(28) to frame with one
bolt (53) and nut (36).
3.Attach handle braces
(27) to ground prop
(28) and Frame (25).
Use bolts (35) and
nuts (36) to attach
handle braces to the
round tube of ground
prop and frame.
Spreader Assembly
52&20
42&26
53&36
35&36
35&36
52&21

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Spreader Assembly
4.Slide handle grips
(31) onto -handle
(30). hen connect
-handle (30) to
ground prop (28)
using two bolts (53)
& nuts (36).
7. Attach the end of linkage to
Rate Gate Linkage with clevis
pin (34) nylon spacer (45),
washer (5) and hairpin cotter
pin (38).
5. Remove lever (47) from -
handle (30). Insert on-off
Lever Rod (46) into linkage
assembly as shown.
6.Insert other end of Lever
Rod (46) into lever (47) and
re-install to -handle.
34
5
38
45
53&36
46
47

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8.Spreader assembly
complete.
Spreader Assembly
Dial settings are approximate only. Spreading at one half rate in cross directions is
usually recommended.
Manufacturer
and Product
Manufacturer’s
Bag Rate
Bag Sq. Ft.
Weight Coverage
Micro-Dial Settings
Full Rate Half rate
Once over wice over
Spread
Width
(In feet
based on
brisk walking)
Bent Grass or Red Top 0.5# 1,000 1.25 4
1# 1,000 2.0 4
2# 1,000 2.5 4
Park, Merion, Delta, or Kentucky Bluegrass 0.5# 1,000 2.5 4
1# 1,000 3.0 4
2# 1,000 3.5 4
Hulled Bermuda 2# 1,000 2.75 2.25 6
3# 1,000 3.0 2.5 6
4# 1,000 3.25 2.75 6
Mixtures including coarse seeds 2# 1,000 6.0 6
4# 1,000 7.0 6
6# 1,000 7.0 6
Rye Grasses or Tall Fescue 2# 1,000 6.0 6
4# 1,000 7.0 6
6# 1,000 7.75 6
Dichondra 4 oz. 1,000 1.9 8
8 oz. 1,000 2.1 8
12 oz. 1,000 2.5 8
Pensacola Bahia 4# 1,000 4.5 3.75 7
5# 1,000 4.75 4.0 7
6# 1,000 5.0 4.25 7
Grass Seed Spreading Chart

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1
3
2
4
B
F
C
E
D
A
A
Dial settings are approximate only.
Mixed Fine Pellets
Large Heavy Pellets
Med. Pellets
Med. Pellets & Granules
Nitrogen Pellets Med.
Small Pellets
Fine Pellets
Product Lbs. per 1000 Sq. Ft. Full Rate Half Rate
1 3.6 3.1
2 4.0 3.5
3 4.2 3.7
2 3.7 3.2
4 4.7 4.1
6 5.2 4.5
232.2
4 4.2 3.7
6 4.5 4
1 3.5 3
2 4.2 3.7
3 4.7 4
2 3.5 3
4 4.2 3.8
6 5.2 4.5
2 3.5 3
4 4.2 3.8
6 5.2 4.5
2 3.8 3.3
4 4.9 4.1
6 5.9 4.9
Troubleshooting
CONDITION Spreader pushes hard:
LOOK FOR . . . . . . . Dry bushings and corroded
shafts.
PROCEDURE. . . . . . Oil these points:
1. Bearing in hopper
bottom.
2. Axle bearings.
3. Idle wheel bushing.
4. Bushing in gear box: a. Spinner shaft
below gear; b. Hub end bevel gear; c.
Hub end of spinner gear; d. Gears; e.
Spinner shaft at gear box; f. Axle shaft at
gear box.
LOOK FOR . . . . . . . Corrosion on axle at
frame bushings - (A)
PROCEDURE. . . . . . Note: If bushings are corroded, the corrosion
must be removed, preferably by filing or
scraping. The axle must be moved endways,
out of the axle bearing area. Remove one
wheel & open gear box to permit sliding
of axle. Gear box holding rings
are removed by prying - replaced
by forcing.
Granule Size Dial Setting Guide

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10
11
16
18
16
12
23
23
23
21
20
52
52
23
22
13
14
14
41
19
15
15
17
26
42
22
Rotary Agitator
Hopper Bottom
Hopper Bottom
Bearing
Spinner Shaft
Spreading
Spinner
Gear Box
Washer
Washer
Gear Box
Exploded View

49
43
32
33
36
53
35
36
2
30
31
46
29
5
43
48
47
33
5
38 34 4
45
6
6
50
2
1
4
51
51
8
7
9
3
Exploded
Rate Gate Assembly

View
5
36
53 36
27
27
25
24
39
44
35
28
36
43
43
36
36
35
24 37
37
36
35
538
Hopper & Frame Assembly

Parts List
Item # Part # uantity Description
1 SS-94-0006 1 Dial
2 05-94-0099 1 Dial Mount
3 05-94-0068 1 Rate Gate
4 05-24-1102 1 Rate Gate Linkage
505-92-0008 3 Washer
6 05-94-0097 2 Rate Gate Guides
7 05-94-0045 1 Accuway™ Adjustment Screw
8 05-94-0048 1 Accuway™ Adjustment Nut
9 05-94-0043 1 Accuway™
10 SS-94-0010 1 Bevel Gear (nylon)
11 SS-96-0003 1 Agitator Wire
12 SS-94-0012-1 1 Spinner
13 05-46-0019 1 Spinner Shaft
14 SS-90-0002 2 1/8” x 7/8” Roll Pin / Bevel Gear / Spinner
15 SS-90-0001 2 1/8” x 3/4” Roll Pin / Bevel Gear / Pinion Gear
16 SS-92-0002 2 Felt Washer / Above Gearbox & Below Agitator
17 SS-94-0009 1 Pinion Gear (nylon)
18 SS-94-0007 1 Hopper Bottom Bushing
19 05-46-2210 1 Axle
20 05-90-0065 1 Clevis Pin / Drive Wheel
21 05-90-0089 1 Hair Pin / Drive Wheel
22 SS-94-0008 2 Gear Box Cover Halves (two)
23 SS-94-0014 4 Gear Box Clamp Rings
24 05-94-0053 2 Axle Bushings
25 05-24-1030 1 Frame
26 05-90-0040 1 Rue Ring / Idle Wheel
27 05-24-1040 2 Handle “Braces”
28 05-46-1120 1 Ground Prop
29 05-90-0126 1 Clevis Pin 1/4" x 1-1/2"
30 05-46-1010 1 T - Handle
31 SS-94-0013 2 Handle Grips
32 2M0828SS 1 1/4 - 20 x 1-3/4" Bolt
33 05-94-0051 2 Bushing Nylon On/Off Lever &•Linkage
34 05-90-0124 1 Clevis Pin 1/4" x 3/4"
35 05-90-0054 6 1/4” x 1-1/2" Bolt
36 SS-91-0004 10 1/4" - 20 Lock Nut / Nylon Insert
37 05-95-0042 2 Idle & Drive Wheel / 10"
38 05-90-0102 2 Hair Pin
39 05-46-0500 1 Hopper
40 05-99-0101 1 Manual
41 05-94-0029 1 Spinner Shaft Bushing - Spacer / Gear Box
42 99-10-0227 1 Washer / Idle Wheel
43 05-94-0064 5 Nylon Washer / Hopper
44 05-96-0046 1 Screen
45 05-92-0014 1 Nylon Spacer
46 05-46-1014 1 Control Rod
47 05-48-0160 1 Control Lever
48 05-46-2202 1 Control Rod Linkage Assembly
49 05-98-0138 1 Vinyl Cap On/Off Lever
50 05-48-1015 1 Dial Mount Retainer
51 05-94-0078 2 Pine Tree Clip
52 05-92-0007 2 Washer
53 SS-90-0011 3 1/4" - 20 x 1-1/4" Bolt

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Read Before Using
SPEED - ACCURACY - FREEDOM FROM STRIPES AND STREAKS
are yours - when you use this Spreader.
The spread width ranges from 6 ft. to 12 ft. wide, depending on the
volume/density, particle size of the material and the rate of travel.
The spread thins or feathers at the outer edges, eliminating sharp,
“Edge of spread” lines which cause stripes and streaks. Extra coverage
can be given under trees and other heavy feeding areas without show-
ing “edge of spread” lines.
Gaps and double overlaps are less likely. Small errors in travel are for-
given and do not show.
WARNING: When spreading products containing herbicides, exercise extreme
caution with respect to careless spreading and to wind-drift.
CONTACT OF SOME PRODUCTS ON SOME PLANTS CAN BE FATAL.
If a dial setting is not found, use the size and weight comparison table
found on page 12.
Determine a dial setting on the low side. If the setting proves to be
too low, cover the area more than one time. A higher setting can be
used when a proven dial setting is established.
REMEMBER•- Published dial settings can be approximate only. The
operation of the spreader, the condition of the material (damp or dry
or over-pulverized) and weather conditions, are all contributing factors.
For these reasons, it’s often a good idea to spread the area 2 times -
at one-half rate - in cross directions (SEE INFORMATION ON ONE-HALF
RATE DIAL SETTINGS ON REFERENCE CHART ON THE BAC PAGE.
SPREADING AT ONE-HALF RATE DIAL SETTINGS IS HIGHLY RECOM-
MENDED UNDER DAMP & HUMID CONDITIONS.
BECOME FAMILIAR WITH THE OPERATION OF THE SPREADER
BEFORE YOU PUT MATERIAL IN THE HOPPER.
Practice walking with the spreader, opening and closing the rate gate
at the appropriate times.
Travel at a constant speed and operate the spreader lever position.
Remember: Open the rate gate after the spreader is in motion at
operating speed (about 3 mph., or at a brisk walking pace).
Close the rate gate while spreader is still at operational speed.

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Read Before Using
Rotary Agitator
Use the rotary agitator only if needed. Free-flowing, lump-free materi-
als will not require the agitator. The rotary agitator is easily installed or
removed. Note the clockwise rotation & sweep. Place felt washer
around spinner shaft before inserting agitator.
OIL BEARINGS AND ALL MOVING PARTS
Make certain the spreader is running freely!
Now You are Ready to Put Material in the Hopper
• Make certain the rate gate is in closed position.
• As insurance against spill damage and spill loss, put material in the
hopper with the spreader on a walk, driveway, paper, plastic, etc.
• The spreader will be easier to use if you only half-fill the hopper. Later
on you can fill the hopper if you so choose.
• Or for added capacity, the inverted bag in the hopper can serve as a
capacity extension. Also, an extension hopper, complete with filtering
and pulverizing screen, is available from the manufacturer.
Now You are Ready to Spread
• Spread header strips at the ends of the area
OPPOSITE the direction of spreading. This will
provide a “turn-around” area, an area to re-
align the spreader for the return spread.
• Example is for 6 ft. wide spread: Make the
first spreading pass at one-half the spread
width from the edge of the spreading area or
in this case approximately 3 feet or one big
step.
• Additional spreading passes will be at the full
spread width or approximately 6 feet apart.
• TA E A SIGHTING AT THE FAR END. eep
your eye on the sighting as you spread. You
will not need to wonder where you are or
where you have been. Continue until
spreading is completed.
• Left over fertilizer can be spread under trees and other high feeding
areas without showing “edge of spread” lines.
Header
Header
6’3’ 6’

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NOTE: With the rotary agitator installed, the rate gate closed (not
spreading) and with material in the hopper, the spreader will push
harder than normal. (This is because the agitator is stirring the mater-
ial and it has no place to go.)
RECOMMENDATION: When not spreading and the spreader is being
pushed some distance, tip the spreader so only the idle wheel is on
the ground.
Cleaning the Spreader is Part of the Spreading Job.
IMMEDIATELY AFTER USE - CLEAN AND OIL THE SPREADER
• Method #1 - Wipe spreader thoroughly with an oily cloth. Oil all
bearings and bearing areas.
• Method #2 - Wash, rinse, and dry the spreader. Note: Drying
takes time. (Moisture trapped in bearing areas is slow to go.)
Immediately after drying - oil all bearings and moving parts. Make
certain all operations are thorough.
Note: Good “Dry Cleaning” is preferable to poor “Wet Cleaning”.
• It is virtually impossible to have rust and corrosion on a clean, dry,
oiled surface.
• Again - just before using - oil all bearings and moving parts.
• In storage, ideally the spreader should be hung by the handle. In
any case, do not pile weight on the spreader, as excess weight over
a period of time can distort the tires.
Dial Setting Information
The RATE DIAL has 9 numbers with
10 stops between each number, for
accurate control of the spreading rate.
The dial is set with only a turn. It will
automatically lock into the set position.
LINE UP THE DIAL NUMBER WITH
THE DIAL INDICATOR.
Read Before Using
dial
indicator
Rate Dial Adjustment

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Broadcast spreading
is as old as early man.
In the early days of
agriculture, field seed-
ing was accomplished
with hand cast broad-
casting. The hand
cast method of seed-
ing was a limited fac-
tor in growing field
crops that were hand
seeded.
Mechanized casting
came into being in
1868 when Samuel
Speicher invented the
Hand Crank "Cyclone"
Seeder.
The seed sower was a
breakthrough in field
seeding. It was hailed
as a major advance-
ment in agricultural
implements.
Paul Speicher put the
hand crank seeder on
wheels in 1955.
This development ush-
ered in a new era in
spreading and spread-
ing products. New
products and product
forms adapted to
broadcast spreading
were developed.
In 1988 a new dimen-
sion was added to
broadcast spreading -
SPREAD PATTERN
CONTROL - a dead
center spread pattern
equalizer.
Spyker's Accuway®
spread pattern equal-
izer solves a compli-
cated problem with a
fundamental patented
solution.
Broadcast Spreading
Did You Know?
THERE'S MORE TO A SPREADER THAN MEETS THE EYE ––– LOTS MORE
Spreadability - Dial-a-matic regulator ensures exact spread rate. Accuway®
Spread Pattern Equalizer assures exact placement of the spread pattern - Bull's
Eye - dead to the center of the spreader. All products - All spreading conditions.
Skewing is eliminated.
Durability - Model 46 spreaders will survive use and abuse. Welded steel con-
struction is double braced, finished in baked on epoxy enamel. Guaranteed metal
gears.
Reliability - You can count on. Accuway®spread control system is so innovative,
it's patented. Is so successful it's used on all Spyker model 46 spreaders. Is so
simple.
A complicated problem is solved with a fundamental solution.
(Newton's law of motion: To every action there is always an opposed and equal
reaction.)
Serviceability - 24 hour replacement parts service available direct from the fac-
tory. Model 46 spreaders shipped set up except hand hold/bump bar and push
handle or tractor pull bar.

1 Year
LIMITeD WarraNTY
Th s s warranted to the or g nal purchaser only. Spyker
w ll replace parts w th defects n mater als and workmansh p,
for a per od of one year from the date of purchase.
For Spyker Spreaders LLC, products employ ng metal gear
systems, p n on and bevel, these metal gears, only, not nclus ve
of any other parts or mater als, are warranted for the l fe of
the spreader, not to be used for replacement or repa r past
or g nal purchase.
Spyker Spreaders LLC w ll not be l able for any loss, damage
or expense nclud ng, but not l m ted to, consequent al or
nc dental damages, ar s ng from the operat on, cond t on or use
of the tem. The sole and exclus ve remedy aga nst Spyker
Spreaders LLC be ng the replacement of the defect ve parts. Th s
warranty g ves you spec f c legal r ghts, and you may also have
other r ghts wh ch vary from state to state.
THIS EXPRESS WARRANTY, WHICH IS APPLICABLE ONLY TO
THE ORIGINAL PURCHASE, IS IN LIEU OF AND EXCLUDES ALL
OTHER WARRANTIES, WHETHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED BY
OPERATION OF LAW OR OTHERWISE, INCLUDING ANY
WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR
PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
SPYKER•SPREADERS•LLC
Jeffersonville, IN 47130 USA

MODEL 299
Mulch Spreader
© 2009 Spyker Spreaders 05-99-0101 Rev. E
3230 Industrial Parkway • Jeffersonville, IN 47130 USA
1-800-972-6130 • Fax [phone]
"ACCUWAY'' Spread Pattern Equalizer
ENSURES spreading dead center of the
spreader. (Indicated with "22" in model number)
Gears are unconditionally guaranteed
ENSURES trouble free operation.
Dial-A-Matic spread rate control
ENSURES spreading at exact spread
rates.
Optional BORDER PATROL spread pattern
cut-off prevents spreading on drive-ways,
flower beds, etc.
Extension hoppers available for all round
hopper spreaders. Adds 20 lbs. to
capacity.
Shipped Set-Up. Saves time and labor
ENSURES proper assembly. (except #64)
Stainless steel frames ensure longer
spreader life, easier maintenance and pre-
sent a quality image.
High grade plastic non-corroding wheels
with nylon bearings, no lubrication
required, ENSURES trouble free
maintenance.
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