INSTRUCTIONS (continued)
SPREADING INSTRUCTIONS (cont.)
CAUTION!
KEEP ALL PERSONS AWAY FROM THE ROTATING SPREADERS FAN! NEVER OPERATE WHEN ANY- ONE IS WITHIN 50 FEET OF SEEDER/SPREADER.
If twice over spread is used as recommended, and area is not too large, it is advisable to put approxi- mately
5.You are now ready to make a trial run to assure accurate results. Close the gate and put in a pre- determined amount of the material to be spread. Spread this and check the results. Make final adjust- ments to obtain desired results.
CAUTION!
Do not attempt to use your fingers to clear a jam. Accidental closing of the feed gate could pinch or amputate a finger. Be sure that the electric motor is shut off and the power is disconnected before doing any adjustment or repair.
3.Width of spread depends upon the motor speed and the weight of the material. The heavier the material, the wider the spread. The table shows width of spread at full fan rpm, so the width will vary according to the speed of your motor. The rheostat switch can be used to slow the speed of the fan in order to obtain a nar- row spread width.
For accurate spreading, calibrate your ATV to oper- ate at the desired speed. A calibrated speedometer is the best and most accurate. If your vehicle does not have a speedometer or its accuracy is questionable, then you may calibrate in the following manner:
Set out two markers 88 feet apart. Select proper gear and adjust throttle speed to give the following travel time as shown between the markers.
1 MPH will travel 88 feet in 60 seconds
4 MPH will travel 88 feet in 15 seconds
6 MPH will travel 88 feet in 11.2 seconds
8 MPH will travel 88 feet in 7.5 seconds
After adjusting throttle setting to give speed as desired, mark throttle position in some convenient manner to indicate selected speed. NOTE: After selecting speed, be sure vehicle engine is running fast enough for generator to properly charge battery. On some vehicles it may be necessary to operate in a lower gear to maintain an adequate engine speed for charging battery.
4.Set seed gate opening stop for material to be used according to the selected ground speed and for once or twice over application (twice over recommended), tighten gate stop securely on calibrated seed plate.
M A I N T E N A N C E
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1.Hopper – The high density Polyethylene hopper is impervious to acids, alkalis and salt. There is no rust or corrosion. We do suggest that you clean the Hopper after use for good housekeeping.
2.Storage – After using Broadcaster, remove from vehi- cle and clean thoroughly. DO NOT USE WATER on Electric Drive Unit as it might harm electric motor. Wipe clean with brush or rag and apply a light amount of oil to opening gate slide to prevent sticking, and to ALL bearings. Do not
3.Before using, you should check to make sure that all nuts and bolts and set screws are tight.
Paint any bare metal or rusty spots for longer life.
WARNING!! When washing the seeder, completely cover the motor to protect it from water or corrosive solutions. If the motor is not protected, damage may occur. (A plastic bag tied securely works well.)
OBEY ALL
SAFETY WARNINGS!
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