Agri-Fab 45-03011 - Manual (Page 7)

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FIGuRE 10
APPLICATIOn TIPS
1. To help prevent compacting and clogging when using
granular material, avoid unnecessary towing while
hopper is filled.
2. Reduce the flow setting for speeds slower than
3 M.P.H. and increase the setting for higher speeds.
3. To avoid misses or striping, overlap the previous pass
slightly. Spread width is approximately 40".
4. 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 11.
5. If lawn is odd shaped, spread a border around the edges
and then spread between the border.
6. Be careful when spreading around ornamental plants
because weed control chemicals can damage these
plants.
PLASTIC
KNOB
FLOW RATE
SETTING (6)
0
1
2
4
6
FLOW CONTROL ARM
ON
OPERATIOn
HOw TO uSE YOuR SPIKER/SPREADER
1. Refer to the instruction label on the material package
and to the instruction decal on your spreader to help
determine the proper spreader setting and application
rate. Also see the Setting Chart on this page for a general
range of settings for commonly used materials.
2. Loosen the knob and adjust the flow control gauge to the
recommended setting. Retighten the knob. See figure
10.
3. Determine the approximate square footage of the area
to be covered and estimate the amount of fertilizer or
seed required.
4. Move the spiker/spreader to the area where application
is to begin.
5. Making sure the flow control arm is in the "OFF" position,
fill the hopper, breaking up any lumps.
6. Lower the aerator spikes to the operating position.
7. Start the spreader in motion and then pull the flow
control arm forward to the "ON" position as you travel
across your lawn. The recommended towing speed is 3
m.p.h.
8. Do not make sharp turns with spikes in the ground.
9. Raise aerator spikes to transport position when crossing
over concrete or other hard surfaces.
10. Do not aerate if the ground is extremely hard or dry. If
ground is too dry, sprinkle or water for one to two hours
prior to use.
11. Do not aerate if the ground is too wet (muddy).
ImPORTAnT: Always move flow control arm to "OFF"
position to prevent excessive release of fertilizer when
stopping, turning or filling the spreader.
FIGuRE 11
mAInTEnAnCE
1. Check nuts and bolts for tightness before each use.
2. Always empty hopper after each use, storing leftover
material in it's original bag.
3. Wash and dry thoroughly after each use.
4. Apply a light coat of oil on exposed metal parts to help
prevent rust.
5. At least once a year, apply a few drops of oil to wheels
and to plastic bearings in spike disks, at ends of aerator
shaft and at ends of hopper shaft.
6. Clean and oil drive chain once a year.
Spike points are sharp. Exercise caution when
working with hands near spike disks.
Flow Rate Setting
mATERIAL TYPE At 3 m.P.H.
SETTInG CHART
Fertilizer Granular / Pelleted 0-1 / 0-2
Grass Seed Fine / Coarse 5-6 / 7-8
3 M.P.H. is equivalent to traveling 100 feet in 23 seconds.