SETTING CHART
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3 M.P.H. is equivalent to traveling 100 feet in 23 seconds.
OPERATING TIPS
•To help prevent granular material from compacting and clogging the hopper, avoid unnecessary towing when the hopper flow plates are closed.
•Reduce the flow setting for speeds slower than
3 M.P.H. and increase the setting for higher speeds.
•To avoid misses or striping, overlap the previous wheel tracks by approximately 5" to 6".
•For easiest application, first apply material across both ends of the area. Two or three passes on each end are sufficient. Then apply material back and forth as shown. Use the end areas for turning around, shutting off the spreader as you enter the end areas and turning the spreader on again as your leave the end areas for your next pass. See figure 25.
•If lawn is odd shaped, spread a border around the edges and then spread between the border.
•Be careful when spreading around ornamental plants because weed control chemicals can damage these plants.
FIGURE 25
MAINTENANCE
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
•Read and follow the maintenance schedule and the maintenance procedures listed in this section.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Fill in dates as you complete regular service.
Check for loose fasteners Lubrication
Cleaning
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Service Dates
Spike points are sharp. Exercise caution when handling or working near spike disks.
LUBRICATION
•Apply a few drops of oil to wheels and to plastic bearings in spike disks and at end of spike axle.
•Remove chain cover, clean and oil drive chain.
CHECK FOR LOOSE FASTENERS
•Before each use make a thorough visual check of the spiker spreader for any bolts and nuts which may have loosened. Retighten any loose bolts and nuts.
CLEANING
•Always empty spiker spreader after each use, storing leftover material in it's original bag.
•Wash the spiker spreader and dry thoroughly after each use.
STORAGE
•Empty the spiker spreader, storing leftover material in it's original bag.
•Apply a light coat of oil on exposed metal to help prevent rust.
•Wash the spiker spreader and dry thoroughly before storing.
•Store in a clean, dry area.
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