This document is a user manual for a 50 LB Push Spreader, designed for spreading various materials like fertilizer, grass seed, and ice melt. It emphasizes safe operation, proper assembly, and maintenance to ensure longevity and effective use.
Function Description:
The 50 LB Push Spreader is a manually operated device designed to evenly distribute granular materials over a desired area. It features a hopper to hold the material, an impeller for broadcast spreading, and a flow control mechanism to regulate the material's release. The spreader is pushed by a handle, and its wheels drive the impeller, ensuring consistent distribution as the operator walks. It is suitable for lawn care tasks such as fertilizing and seeding, as well as for spreading ice melt in colder conditions. The design allows for a wide spread pattern, typically 10 to 12 feet, which helps cover large areas efficiently. The flow control arm and adjustable stop enable precise regulation of the flow rate, which is crucial for achieving the desired application density for different materials and coverage requirements. The device is intended for use at a brisk walking speed of approximately three miles per hour (100 feet in 23 seconds) to maintain consistent spread patterns.
Important Technical Specifications:
- Load Capacity: 50 lbs (22.7 kg)
- Spreader Type: Broadcast
- Hopper Material: Polypropylene
- Hopper Dimensions (Diameter x Height): 14.4" x 12.6" (36.5 x 32 cm)
- Overall Dimensions: 36.4" x 21.3" x 40.9" (92.5 x 54 x 103.8 cm)
- Pneumatic Tire Size: 12" (30.5 cm)
- Recommended Operating Speed: 3 mph (100 ft in 23 seconds)
- Spread Pattern: 10' to 12' wide
Usage Features:
The spreader is designed for user-friendly operation with several key features:
- Handle: Provides easy pushing and maneuverability. The handle height is adjustable to suit the operator's preference, with three possible positions.
- Flow Control: A lever and adjustable stop mechanism allow the operator to control the flow of material from the hopper, enabling precise application rates.
- Hopper: A large capacity hopper (50 lbs) made of polypropylene, designed to hold various granular materials. It includes a screen to prevent large clumps from clogging the mechanism.
- Impeller: Located at the bottom of the hopper, the impeller rotates to evenly distribute the material in a broadcast pattern. The manual specifies ensuring the impeller turns in the correct direction.
- Tires/Wheels: Pneumatic tires provide smooth movement over various terrains. The wheels drive the gear box and axle assembly, which in turn rotates the impeller.
- Support Leg: Stabilizes the spreader when it is not in motion, preventing it from tipping over.
- Rain Cover: A vinyl cover is included to protect the hopper contents from wind and moisture, though it is not intended as a rain cover.
- Application Chart: The manual refers to an application chart (not provided in the excerpt) and instructions on fertilizer bags to help users select the proper flow rate setting for light to heavy applications.
- Uniform Coverage: Instructions advise overlapping broadcast patterns slightly to ensure uniform coverage and prevent streaks or missed areas.
- Safety: Emphasizes starting the spreader in motion before opening the closure plate and shutting it before turning or stopping. It also warns against exceeding the 50lb load capacity.
Maintenance Features:
Regular maintenance is crucial for the spreader's performance and longevity:
- Cleaning: After each use, the hopper should be cleaned of all material. The inside and outside of the spreader should be rinsed and dried thoroughly. This prevents material buildup and corrosion.
- Fastener Checks: Periodically, all fasteners should be checked for tightness to ensure structural integrity.
- Lubrication: Moving parts should be cleaned and lightly lubricated annually, or as needed, to ensure smooth operation.
- Paint Touch-up: Scratched or worn painted metal surfaces can be touched up with glossy enamel spray paint to prevent rust and maintain appearance.
- Storage: The spreader should be stored indoors or in a protected area during severe weather and winter months. It's important never to leave material in the hopper for extended periods; unused product should be returned to its original container.
- Part Replacement: If parts need replacement, only manufacturer-specified parts should be used to avoid safety hazards or poor operation.
- Warranty: The manual includes a one-year limited warranty covering replacement or repair for defects, provided the unit was assembled correctly, used as instructed, and not misused, overloaded, or altered. The warranty excludes cosmetic defects, wear items (like tires), failures due to acts of God, or problems beyond the manufacturer's control. Normal wear and tear, as well as issues arising from improper installation, use, or maintenance, are also excluded.
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