The Andersons SSD User manual

Professional Drop Spreader
MODEL # SSD ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
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THANK YOU
You have purchased the highest quality professional
broadcast spreader available on the market today. The
SSD is the accumulation of proven performance and will
provide you with years of trouble-free service. In the
event you should have any questions or comments,
please call our professional support staff.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
To assemble your new spreader, we highly recommend
that you read all the instructions thoroughly, familiarize
yourself with the assembly and components, and verify
that all parts are included in the package.
Our toll-free number is 1-800-225-2639 (U.S. Only).
Prior to assembly, you will need the following tools:
7/16″ Wrench or adjustable wrench
Needle nose pliers
Grease gun
IN THE BOX
(1) Upper handle and control assembly
(1) Hopper assembly
(2) Tires
(1) Hopper handle
(2) Hardware Pack
(1) Rain cover
•The hardware pack (P142424)
includes the following:
(2) 3/16-1/4” x 1” Cotter pin-bow tie SS
(2) 3/16” x 2” Cotter pin
(4) ¼-20 x 1-1/2” HHCS SS
(4) ¼-20 nylon locknut SS
(1) Gauge calibration
(2) ¼-20 x 5/8 Bolt SS

Assembly and Operation Instructions
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Assembly Steps
Step 1: Remove spreader and components from
carton.
Step 2: Slide Wheels onto each end of Axle with the
longer portion of the Wheel hub facing the Hopper.
Secure Wheels with 3/16 dia. x 2” Cotter Pins.
Step 3: Stand spreader upright on Wheels. Attach
Upper Handle assembly to Handle Brace (make sure
Handle is positioned as shown) using (4) 1/4-20 X 1 1/2”
Hex Bolts, and (4) Locknuts. Tighten securely.

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Step 4: Slide the ends of the Control Tube Braces over
the Studs on the Shutoff Bar Brackets, secure with Cotter
Pins. Install Hopper Handle on front of spreader using (2)
1/4-20 x 1/2” Hex Bolts and Locknuts.
Step 5: To check spreader for completed shutoff, pull
the Handle Lever back to the “OFF” position. Turn
spreader over to see if the Shutoff Bar completely covers
the holes in the bottom of the Hopper. If not, stand the
spreader upright on Wheels push the Handle Lever
forward to the “ON” position. Loosen the Bolts in the
Hopper holding the Handle Brace. Push down on the
Handle Brace and the front of the Hopper. Retighten
Bolts and check the shutoff.

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Operation
Step 1: Before filling Hopper, make sure spreader
Handle Lever is in the “OFF” position. Always fill
spreader on walk or drive, not on the lawn.
Step 2: Loosen Rate Control Knobs and move the Tie
Bar to setting recommended for the product applied. If
setting is not known, refer to “DETERMINING
APPLICATION RATES” section of this book. Retighten
knobs after setting is made.
Step 3: Always push spreader, do not pull. Start
spreader in motion and as it passes over the area to be
treated, push Handle Lever to the “ON” position. Close
Handle Lever at the end of each pass.
Step 4: Operate spreader at 3 MPH pace. (33.3 feet in
7.5 seconds)
Step 5: Apply two header strips at each end of area to
treated and then proceed lengthwise between the
header strips. Be sure to overlap the wheel tracks slightly
to prevent streaking.
Step 6: When applying lime, do not use limestone
that is so finely ground that it will pack inside the
Hopper, or use hard, abrasive particles which will
damage the spreader. Use only compacted, free flowing,
non-abrasive lime products.

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Determining Application Rates
The following procedure provides a means of accurately determining drop spreader settings when settings do not
appear on the package, or to “fine tune” the manufacturer’s recommend settings. Spreader rates can vary due to
walking speed, condition of turf, humidity, physical characteristics of the product being applied, or condition of the
spreader. It is good practice to double check settings using the following method
PROCEDURE
EXAMPLE
Step 1: The manufacturer will recommend coverages
on the product package. Generally, it is stated as
applying a certain number of pounds of product per
1,000 square feet.
The contents of this package (25 lbs.) covers 2,000
square feet.
Step 2: Determine the amount of material in pounds
to cover 100 square feet. Add two zeros to weight of bag
and divide that by the square foot coverage.
2,500 divided by 2,000 square feet= 1.25 lbs.
Step 3: To change the decimal portion of answer in
step #2 to ounces, multiply decimal portion by 16.
0.25 x 16 oz. = 4 oz. Total weight = 1 lb.- 4 oz.
Step 4: On a clean walk of driveway, measure out 33.3 feet- the distance required to cover 100 square feet.
Step 5: Add a measured amount of product to the spreader- 2 to 3 times the recommended rate. Operate spreader
at a brisk walking speed (3 mph of 33.3 feet in 7.5 sec.) over the measured distance. Empty the spreader and weigh
the amount left. Compare with the beginning amount; the difference is the amount applied. Adjust the setting up or
down to achieve the correct application rate.

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How to Verify Spreader Calibration
Step 1: Loosen both rate control knobs and set spreader setting at #4 1/2. With the operating lever in the open
position, turn spreader upside down.
Step 2: Place accuracy gauge in position as shown above with notch facing away from shut off bar. Check openings
near the ends and in the middle of the spreader. Calibration is correct when you see the points of the opening in the
center of the gauge, but do not see any portion of the openings on either side of the center section. If calibration is not
correct, continue to next section.
How to Adjust Spreader Calibration
Step 1: IF OPENINGS ARE EVEN ALL THE WAY ACROSS THE HOPPER as shown below, but the openings are too large
or small, loosen both rate control knobs and move the rate plates to close or widen the openings using the accuracy
gauge until calibration is correct. Retighten rate control knobs.
Step 2: Turn spreader upright. Loosen pointer screw and align pointer at setting #4 1/2. Tighten pointer screw.
Step 1: IF OPENINGS ARE WIDER ON ONE END OF THE SPREADER AS COMPARED TO THE OPPOSITE END as shown
below, loosen both rate control knobs and the two tie bar screws (do not remove screws).
Step 2: Working on one end of the spreader, move the rate plate closest to that end to adjust the opening using the
accuracy gauge until calibration is correct. Repeat on opposite end. Check entire length and adjust rate plates as
required to assure spreader is in calibration. Retighten rate control knobs.
Step 3: Turn spreader upright and move tie bar so setting #4 1/2 is aligned with the pointer. Retighten tie bar screws.

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Maintenance
Step 1: Never store material in spreader. Return unused product to its original container.
Step 2: Set Rate Slide on the highest number, open spreader, and spin Wheels to remove excess material.
Step 3: Wash out Hopper thoroughly after each use to remove material clinging to surfaces. Pay close attention to
area between the Shutoff Bar and Hopper. Allow spreader to completely dry.
Step 4: Oil bottom of Hopper, Control Housing Spring and Agitators at the Center Bearing. Lubricate Axle Bearings
with grease. Store spreader in open position.

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Parts Diagram–LCO-1000

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HOW TO ORDER SPARE PARTS
See diagram for assistance in identifying specific parts.
For parts orders, call 1-574-848-7491. (Note: Sales of parts for the Andersons spreaders are handled by Earthway, Inc.)
IMPORTANT: When ordering replacement parts, always provide the following information:
Part Number (DO NOT use key numbers when ordering parts. ALWAYS use part numbers.)
Part description
The Andersons model LCO1000 (product code ASPLCO1000)
MODEL # LCO-1000 Parts List
KEY #
PART #
DESCRIPTION
1
P144752-09
HOPPER ASSEMBLY
2
P144791SS
SHUTOFF BAR ASSEMBLY*
3 RH.
P146431
AGITATOR/AXLE ASSEMBLY-LH. *
3 LH.
P146441
AGITATOR/AXLE ASSEMBLY-RH.*
4
P14590
BEARING SUPPORT ASSEMBLY*
5
P14589
AGITATOR BAFFLE* (2)
6
P14227SS
END HANGER* (2)
7
P14007
AXLE GREASE SEAL* (2)
8
P142221SSA
BEARING END PLATE ASSEMBLY* (2)
9
P90005
GREASE FITTING* (2)
10
P14006
AXLE BEARING* (2)
11
P15043
WHEEL & TIRE ASSEMBLY (2)
12
P12714SS
LEG (2)
13
P12704
RATE CONTROL KNOB* (2)
14
P14237SS-S
TIE BAR*
15
P14286SS
SPRING HOUSING ASSEMBLY* (2)
16
P12708SS
POINTER*
17
P15029SS
HANDLE BRACE
18
P149062
UPPER HANDLE ASSEMBLY
19
P127112SS
HANDLE LEVER ASSEMBLY
20
P14870
HANDLE GRIP (2)
21
P14415SS
CONTROL TUBE
22
P14409SS
CONTROL TUBE BRACE (2)
23
P142424
FASTENER PACKAGE
24
P14236SS
RATE PLATE* (2)
25
P15048SS
LIFTING HANDLE
26
PJ970
HOPPER COVER
* Indicates parts in Hopper Assembly

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CUSTOMER SERVICE
1-800-225-2639 | www.andersonsturf.com | [email protected]
The Andersons Inc, 1947 Briarfield Blvd, Maumee, OH 43537
ONE YEAR WARRANTY
The Andersons warrants to Purchaser the following:
1. Product will be free of defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one year from date of purchase.
2. The axle gear, gear support, pinion gear, axle, and axle bearings have a limited lifetime warranty to be free of defects
in materials and workmanship.
3. If the spreader is used for commercial rental the Limited Warranty shall be limited to a period of 90 days.
4. All unit and part replacement will be performed at the reasonable discretion of The Andersons.
5. Labor charges are not covered, and the unit need not be returned to the dealer for warranty service.
6. Proof of purchase must be supplied to The Andersons.
7. For warranty questions, contact Andersons at 1-800-225-2639.
The Andersons sole obligation under this warranty is limited to repairing or replacing the defective part.
This warranty does not extend to any Product or parts thereof that have been allowed to corrode, subjected to misuse,
neglect, accident, or modification by anyone other than The Andersons or that have been affixed to any nonstandard
accessory attachment or that have been used, stored, installed, maintained operated in violation of The Andersons
instructions or standard industry practice. No agent, employee or representative of The Andersons has any authority to
bind The Andersons to any affirmation, representation or warranty concerning the Product and any affirmation,
representation or warranty made by any agent, employee or representative shall not be enforceable by Purchaser.
THIS WARRANTY EXTENDS ONLY TO THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER AND IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OR MERCHANTABILITY OR
FITNESS OR INTENDED USE FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND OF ANY OTHER OBLIGATION ON THE PART OF The
Andersons. The Andersons SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL LOSS, DAMAGE
OR EXPENSE DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY ARISING FROM THE USE OF ANY OF THE PRODUCT INCLUDING, BUT NOT
LIMITED TO, DAMAGE OR LOSS OF OTHER PROPERTY OR EQUIPMENT, LOSS OF PROFITS OR REVENUE, COST OF
CAPITAL, COST OF PURCHASED OR REPLACEMENT GOODS, OR CLAIMS OF CUSTOMERS OF PURCHASER.