Shindaiwa HomePro 76RS - Manual (Page 4)

OPERATION
Check the product package for the rate 1.
setting, and recommended swath width.
Turn the spreader OFF by pushing the
control knob in. Rotate the rate cam to
the proper setting.
The rate setting is adjusted by rotating 2.
the rate cam to the desired setting.
The rate cam locks at each setting.
Always fill the spreader on the driveway 3.
or sidewalk-not on the lawn. Make sure
spreader is in the “OFF” position. Empty
after each use.
Start spreader moving, then open 4.
spreader by pushing the thumb
release to the “ON” position. Always
push spreader, never pull. Push knob
down to close spreader.
Hold handle so top of spreader is level. 5.
Tipping the spreader too far can cause
uneven spreading.
The settings and swath widths on the 6.
product label are recommended start-
ing 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 SETTING
AND SWATH WIDTH” for details.
Push spreader 2 1/2 m.p.h. (18 feet in 5 seconds) 7.
for full 8’ to 14’ spread pattern when applying
fertilizer products. Apply header strips at each end
of area to be treated then space trips across the
area as shown.
Empty spreader after each use. Return
8.
leftover material to its original container.