Chapin 80100 - Manual (Page 2)

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Suggested Tools:
Wrench and/or Ratchet Set
Approximate assembly time is 5-10 minutes
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• Remove bottom bolt from each side of
handle (below triangle shaped thumb
screws)
• Loosen thumb screws and flip up handle
• Replace bolts below thumb screws
and tighten down
• Tighten thumb screws completely
* Note: If spring detaches from bail assembly,
simply re-attach (see Figure A).
• Be sure gate control is in the closed position (do not hold bail down when filling)
• Determine appropriate setting for material being used by reading the suggested setting on the material’s bag
AND/OR by referencing the application chart on your spreader’s control panel (Charts provided are only guidelines.
Be sure to read the instructions on the bag/box of the material you’re spreading to identify accurate setting needed)
• Set the dial to the desired setting Important Note: Do not adjust dial while holding bail down and gate is open.
This will alter the accuracy of gate settings and cause parts to break.
• To begin spreading, start walking (about 3 mph pace) and pull the bail system down to open gate
• To stop spreading simply let go of the bail and the gate will close
GENERAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
EDGE CONTROL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
STORAGE AND MAINTENANCE
• Edge control functions to cut off the spreading of materials on the left side only – use this feature when spreading
along flower beds, sidewalks, driveways, and any area where you want to keep unwanted materials from landing
• To use edge control, move red lever (located on handle) to the “ON” position – this can be done while walking
or standing still
• To stop the blockage of material simply move lever to the “OFF” position
• When finished spreading empty hopper of any remaining material
• Thoroughly wash spreader and allow to dry before storing
• To fold down handle:
- Simply remove the bottom two bolts on the handle
- Loosen two thumb screws and fold down handle
- Replace two bottom bolts
- Tighten thumb screws completely
Handle
Bolts
Thumb
Screws
Figure A