Agri-Fab 45-0187 User's Manual
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1. 25 32 WASHER FULL SIZE HARDWARE REFERENCE CHART ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY 3 8 FLAT 3 8 LOCK WASHER CROSSOVER TUBE 1 Pliers 2 Open or Boxed End Wrench 2 9 16 Open or Boxed End Wrench 1 Remove the spreader loose parts and hardware package from the carton See figures 1 and 2 2 Turn the spreader upside down as shown in figure 3 so that it rests on the hopper 3 Remove the 3 8 hex bolt flat washer and hex lock nut from the center of the crossover tube and shaft support plate See figure 3 3 8 HEX BOLT FLAT WASHER AND HEX NUT CROSSOVER TUBE 3 8 x 2 HEX BOLT J 2 FIGURE 4 5 Assemble two hitch braces to the inside of the hopper frame one on each side using two 1 4 x 1 3 4 and two 1 4 hex lock nuts See figure 5 DO NOT TIGHTEN AT THIS TIME 6 Alignthe holes in the ends of the two hitch braces with the nearest hole in the hitch tube secure with 1 4 x 1 3 4 hex bolt and 1 4 hex lock nut See A figure 5 7 Tighten all hex nuts and bolts following same HOPPER sequence as assembled in steps 4 5 and 6 DO FRAME NOT COLLAPSE TUBE WHEN TIGHTENING 8 Assemble one spacer and one 1 5 8 dia flat washer to each side of axle See figure 5 w AXLE gt FIGURE 3 4 Place the hitch tube up against the crossover 1 4 LOCK2. safe operation on slopes Stay off steep slopes 7 Read instructions and caution notes for handling spreading of materials purchased for spreading 8 Follow maintenance and lubrication instructions as outlined in this manual Your broadcast spreader carton contains parts as shown in figure 1 The hardware package contains parts shown in figure 2 on page 3 Identify all parts and layout as shown in figures 1 and 2 CARTON CONTENTS LOOSE PARTS IN CARTON Hitch Tube Braces Flow Control Rod Hitch Bracket Flow Control Mount Bracket Wheels R H and L H Flow Control Gauge Hopper Assembly Flow Control Arm 10 Hopper Cover 11 Hardware Packeage not shown Tao SO CARTON CONTENTS FIGURE 1 0 iii gt 0999999 A D_ E FOSO a E HD 1 06 PIP Qn di DE FIGURE 2 HARDWARE PACK e QTY DESCRIPTION KEY TY DESCRIPTION Hex Bolt 1 4 20 x 1 3 4 Long Hex Lock Nuts 3 8 16 Thread Hex Lock Nuts 1 4 20 Thread Spacers Hand Knob Flat Washers 1 5 8 O D Nylon Washer Grip Cotter Pin 3 32 x 8 4 Long Hex Bolt 1 4 20 x 5 8 Long Flat Washer 1 4 Standard Flow Control Link Hex Bolts 3 8 16 x 1 1 4 Long Extension Spring Lock Washers 3 8 I D Cotter Pin 1 8 x 1 1 2 Long A m sais ND ND OO OO VOZZEFACST SES T_T I E H 3 8 LOCK NUT 3 8 LOCK WASHER 21 1 4 x 5 8 1 4 LOCK NUT F K 3 8 x 1 1 4 ye ba en 1 4 x 1 3 4 1 4 WASHER NYLON WASHER
3. 43086 43064 44487 44458 44459 23687 23522 43851 43871 1540 032 1540 162 44798 44474 23524 Ras De Hopper Rivet Ass y Guide Closure Tube Frame Slide Gate Angle Bracket Slide Gate Bracket Nut Hex Lock 3 8 Flow Control Link Nut Hex Lock 1 4 20 Thread Tube Crossover Bolt Hex 5 16 x 1 3 4 Lock Washer Spring 5 16 ID Nut Hex Lock 5 16 18 Thread Tube Hitch Wheel Ass y 16 x 4 Wheel Ass y 16 x 4 W Hole Bracket Hitch Shaft Axle Pin Roll 3 16 Dia x 1 25 Lg Bushing Axle Shatt Washer Flat 78 Washer Std 3 4 Bearing Flange Spacer Shaft Sprocket Spreader Plate Sprocket 6T Bushing Nylon 375 ID Sleeve Agitator Wire Agitator 43070 41576 44469 23525 23762 1509 069 43866 1543 069 43088 23755 62732 62474 23757 44101 23533 43000 43848 43087 43093 43009 43849 44285 43054 43003 43962 44566 43012 R19111116 23697 46055 44659 1 2 1 1 2 9 9 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 4 1 1 1 2 1 1 3 3 1 1 1 2 3 8 Flat Washer Bolt Hex 3 8 16 x 1 3 4 Lg Flow Control Rod Brace Hitch Shaft Support Bolt Hex 1 4 20 x 1 3 4 Bolt Hex 1 4 20 x 5 8 Lg Washer Nylon Washer Flat 1 4 Std Gauge Flow Control Ass y Flow Control Mount Ass y Gear Flow Control Arm Cotter Pin 3 32 x 3 4 Lg Plate Closure Spring Extension Grip Flow Control Arm Bolt Hex 3 8 x 1 1 4 Cotter Pin 1 8 x 1 1 2 Lg Washer 1 5 8 OD x 25 32 Kno
4. Drive wheel and sprocket position determine relation direction of spreader plate With reassembly of gear and sprocket use shim washers as needed for mini mum backlash Add grease to gear and sprocket 4 If agitator wire becomes damaged or worn it can be replaced Loosen 3 8 lock nut on the top of sprocket shaft until agitator wire is free Remove old agitator wire from hole in agitator sleeve and replace with new agitator wire Position agitator wire so that sprocket shaft turns freely and tighten 3 8 lock nut on top of sprocket shaft See figure 17 SPROCKET 3 8 LOCKNUT AGITATOR WIRE AGITATOR SLEEVE FIGURE 17 5 Keep tires inflated to 15 20 P S I Do not over inflate A MAXIMUM TIRE PRESSURE 30 PSI Heavy moisture conditions may require a cover over the hopper to keep contents dry The vinyl cover acts as a wind and moisture shield but should not be used as a rain cover See figure 18 FIGURE 18 LUBRICATION SEE FIGURE 19 1 Apply a little automotive grease to the sprocket and gear Oil nylon bushings on sprocket shaft as shown in figure 19 Oil axle shaft bushing on axle as shown in figure 19 Oil right hand wheel bearing as needed SPROCKET FIGURE 19 REPAIR PARTS BROADCAST SPREADER MODEL 45 0187 REPAIR PARTS LIST FOR BROADCAST SPREADER MODEL 45 0187 44480 43882 62482 44462 23753 23758 43082 23756 43013 43808 43084
5. OWNERS MANUAL Model No 45 0187 CAUTION Read Rules for Safe Operation and Instructions Carefully PRINTED IN USA BROADCAST SPREADER 160 e Assembly e Operation e Maintenance e Repair Parts Agri O 303 WEST RAYMOND SULLIVAN ILLINOIS 61951 RULES FOR SAFE OPERATIONS Remember any power equipment can cause injury if operated improperly or if the user does not understand how to operate the equipment LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL TO POINT OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS IT MEANS ATTENTION BECOME ALERT YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED Exercise caution at all times when using power equipment 1 Read the owners manual and know how to operate your tractor before using the spreader attachment 2 Neveroperate tractor and spreader attachment without wearing substantial footwear and do not allow anyone to ride or sit on spreader attachment frame 3 Never allow children to operate the tractor or spreader attachment and do not allow adults to operate without proper instructions 4 Always begin with the transmission in first low gear and engine at low speed and gradually increase speed as conditions permit 5 When towing broadcast spreader do not drive too close to a creek or ditch and be alert for holes and other hazards which could cause you to loose control of the broadcast spreader and tractor 6 Before operating vehicle on any grade hill refer to the safety rules in the vehicle owner s manual concerning
6. b Plastic 1 4 20 Thread Bushing Derlin 375 ID Bolt Hex 3 8 x 2 Lg Lock Washer Spring 3 8 ID Vinyl Hopper Cover Spring Torsion Bolt Hex 1 4 20 x 3 4 Lg Washer 5 16 SAE Strap Hopper Pin 1 8 Dia x 1 Lg Spring Owner s Manual REPAIR PARTS 303 West Raymond Sullivan ll 61951 217 728 8388
7. grip on the flow control arm See figure 9 VINYL GRIP 1 4 HEX LOCK FIGURE 9 15 Assemble the flow control arm to the flow control mounting bracket using one 1 4 x 5 8 hex bolt and one 1 4 hex lock nut See figure 10 DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN FLOW CONTROL ARM MUST PIVOT FREELY 16 Hook one end of extension spring through small hole near bend in flow control rod and the other end through the hole in flow control mounting bracket See figure 10 MOUNTING BRACKET S WN CONTROL FIGURE 10 17 Place 1 4 flat washer on end of flow control link align with slot in flow control mounting bracket and insert end of flow control rod through slot and hole in flow control link Secure with 3 32 cotter pin See figure 11 QW CONTROL FLOW CONTRO KET 1 4 FLAT WASHER FLOW CONTROL LINK FIGURE 11 18 Hook free end of flow control rod through hole in slide gate bracket located near bottom of hopper See figure 12 SLIDE GATE BRACKET FLOW CONTROL ROD FIGURE 12 19 Assemble flow control mounting bracket to the hitch tube using two 1 4 x 1 3 4 hex bolts two 1 4 flat washers and two 1 4 hex lock nuts See figure 13 DO NOT TIGHTEN AT THIS TIME FLOW CONTRO MOUNTING BRACKET FIGURE 13 20 Assemble the flow control gauge onto the flow control mounting bracket as shown in figure 14 Secure with nylon washer and hand knob FLOW CONTRO MOUNTING BRACKE FIGURE 14 21 Move flo
8. red and estimate amount of material re quired 2 With flow control arm in the off position set flow rate gauge at the number indicated in flow rate chart light or heavy application rate Also refer to the bag instructions for manufacturers recom mended settings 3 Break up lumpy fertilizer as you fill hopper 4 To broadcast always start tractor in motion be fore opening closure plate Do not allow tractor to sit stationary with flow control arm in the on position If fertilizer is accidentally deposited to heavily in a small area soak down thoroughly with garden hose or sprinkler to prevent burning of lawn IMPORTANT Application rates shown on chart are affected by humidity and moisture content of material granular and pellet there fore minor setting adjustments may be neces sary to compensate for this condition The rate chart is calculated for light and heavy application The faster you drive the wider the broadcast width A variation in speed will determine the flow rates and width of broad cast A CAUTION When broadcasting weed control fer tilizers make sure broadcast pattern does not hit evergreen trees flowers or shrubs MAINTENANCE amp STORAGE 1 Do not store spreader with any material in hopper 2 Clean your spreader after use Flush thoroughly with water 3 If for any reason the axle gear and sprocket assembly is disassembled be sure to mark posi tion of parts as they are removed
9. tube align the holes in the hitch tube crossover tube and shaft support plate assemble with 3 8 hex bolt 3 8 flat washer and 3 8 hex lock nut removed in step 3 See figures 3 and 4 MAKE ONLY FINGER TIGHT AT THIS TIME gt NOTE WHEN SPREADERIS UP SIDE DOWN 4 4 x 1 3 4 AS SHOWN IN FIGURE 4 HITCH TUBE HEX BOLT IS UNDERNEATH CROSSOVER TUBE FIGURE 5 9 Place wheel assembly without hole through hub air valve to the outside onto axle end havingthe smallest and secure with 1 5 8 dia flat washer and 1 8 x 1 1 2 cotter pin See figure 6 Use extra 1 5 8 diameter flat washer if needed to take up play AXLE 1 5 8 DIA FLAT WASHER COTTER PIN FIGURE 6 10 Place the drive wheel onto the axle air valve to the outside and secure with 1 4 1 3 4 hex bolt and 1 4 hex lock nut See figure 7 1 4 x 1 3 4 HEX BOLT AIR VALVE 1 4 HEX LOCK NUT FIGURE 7 11 Turn the broadcast spreader over so that it rests on its wheels 12 Assemble the hitch bracket to the hitch tube See figure 8 Secure with two 3 8 x 1 1 4 hex bolts 3 8 lock washers and 3 8 lock nuts See figure 8 3 8 x 1 1 4 HEX BOLT HITCH TUBE HITCH BRACKET FIGURE 8 13 Assemble the flow control link the end with the smallest hole to the flow control arm using one 1 4 x 5 8 hex bolt and one 1 4 hex lock nut See figure 9 DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN FLOW CON TROL LINK MUST PIVOT FREELY 14 Place the vinyl
10. w control arm to off position and slide flow control mounting bracket toward hopper until clo sure plate located in bottom of hopper is com pletely closed Tighten 1 4 hex lock nuts as sembled in step 19 See figure 14 22 Pre lubricate per lubrication section on page 9 before operating spreader OPERATION The application spray pattern should overlap to insure uniform coverage at the edges The approximate distance between each pass is shown in the applica tion diagram See figure 15 APPLICATION DIAGRAM OVERLAP FIGRUE 15 FLOW RATE ADJUSTMENT SEE FIGURE 16 1 Push back on the flow control arm to the off position and pull forward to the on position The higher the number on the flow rate gauge the larger the opening in the bottom of the hopper 2 REFERTOFLOW RATE CHART AND INSTRUC TIONS ON FERTILIZER BAG TO SELECT PROPER FLOW RATE SETTING 3 Loosen the hand knob to set the flow gauge to the desired flow setting and tighten the hand knob 4 Always move flow control arm to off position be fore stopping or turning spreader 5 The spreader should be moving before you move the flow control arm to the on position FLOW CONTROL ARM HAND KNOB FLOW RATE GAUGE FIGURE 16 MATERIAL Flow Rate Setting At 3 M P H Light Heavy FERTILIZER Granular Pelleted GRASS SEED Fine Coarse ICE MELTER Granular Pelleted 1 Determine approximate square footage of area to be cove
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