Agri-Fab 45-01872 User Manual

OWNERS
MANUAL

Model No.

45-01872

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CAUTION:

Read Rules for

Safe Operation

and Instructions

Carefully

175# BROADCAST SPREADER

Assembly
Operation
Maintenance
Repair Parts

FORM NO. 48315 (4/02)

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

Any power equipment can cause injury if operated improperly or if the user does not understand how to operate
the equipment. Exercise caution at all times when operating equipment.

• Read the towing vehicle owners manual and tow-

ing vehicle safety rules. Know how to operate your
tractor before using the broadcast spreader at­tachment.

• Read the chemical label instructions and cautions

for handling and applying the chemicals purchased
for spreading.

• Wear eye and hand protection when handling and

when applying lawn or garden chemicals.

• Never operate tractor and spreader attachment

without wearing substantial footwear, and do not
allow anyone to ride or sit on spreader attachment
frame.

• Never allow children to operate the tractor or

spreader attachment, and do not allow adults to
operate without proper instructions.

LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL TO POINT OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS. IT
MEANS -- ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

CARTON CONTENTS

LOOSE PARTS IN CARTON

• Always begin with the transmission in first (low)

gear and with the engine at low speed, and gradu­ally increase speed as conditions permit. Maxi­mum towing speed - 10 M.P.H.

• 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.

• Before operating vehicle on any grade (hill) refer

to the safety rules in the vehicle owner's manual
concerning safe operation on slopes. Stay off

steep slopes!

• Follow maintenance and lubrication instructions

as outlined in this manual.

1. Hitch Tube

2. Flow Control Arm

3. Hitch Bracket

4. Flow Control Mount Bracket

5. Braces (2)

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6. Flow Control Rod

7. Wheels (Drive and Idler)

8. Hopper Assembly
Hardware Package (see page 3)

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5

6

7

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3

8

2

SHOWN FULL SIZE

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DCBA

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K

L

M

NOT SHOWN FULL SIZE

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P

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R

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KEY QTY. DESCRIPTION

A 6 Hex Bolt, 1/4-20 x 1-3/4"
B 2 Hex Bolts, 3/8-16 x 1-1/4"
C 2 Hex Bolt, 1/4-20 x 3/4"
D 1 Carriage Bolt, 1/4-20 x 3/4"
E 8 Hex Lock Nuts, 1/4-20 Thread
F 2 Hex Lock Nuts, 3/8-16 Thread
G 2 Lock Washers, 3/8" I.D
H 4 Nylon Washer

I 8 Flat Washer, 5/16"

KEY QTY. DESCRIPTION

J 4 Flat Washers 1-5/8"
K 1 Cotter Pin, 3/32" x 3/4"
L 1 Cotter Pin, 1/8 x 1-1/2"

M 1 Hair Cotter Pin, 1/8"
N 1 Hitch Pin
O 2 Spacers

P 1 Nylon Wing Nut

Q 1 Adjustable Stop
R 1 Flow Control Link

S 1 Grip

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

SMALL HOLE

SPACER

1-5/8" DIA.
FLAT WASHER

1-5/8" DIA.
FLAT WASHER

1/8" x 1-1/2"
COTTER PIN

AIR VALVE

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

5. Align the holes in the ends of the two hitch braces with
the nearest hole in the hitch tube. Fasten with a 1/4" x
1-3/4" hex bolt and a 1/4" hex lock nut. See figure 2. DO

NOT TIGHTEN AT THIS TIME.

(1) Pliers
(2) 7/16" Wrenches
(2) 1/2" Wrenches
(2) 9/16" Wrenches

REMOVAL OF PARTS FROM CARTON

Remove all parts and hardware packages from the carton.
Lay out all parts and hardware and identify using the
illustrations on pages 2 and 3.

1. Turn the spreader upside down as shown in figure 1,
so that it rests on the hopper.

2. 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 1.

3/8" FLAT

WASHER

HITCH

TUBE

1/4" x 1-3/4"

HEX BOLT

FIGURE 2

3/8" HEX

LOCK NUT

HITCH BRACES

SHAFT SUPPORT

PLATE

CROSSOVER

TUBE

3/8" HEX

BOLT

1/4" HEX

LOCK NUT

HOPPER

FRAME

FIGURE 1

3. Assemble the two hitch braces to the inside of the

4. Assemble short end of hitch tube to the crossover tube

hopper frame, one on each side, using two 1/4" x 1-3/4"
hex bolts and two 1/4" hex lock nuts. See figure 2. DO

NOT TIGHTEN AT THIS TIME.

(on opposite side from shaft support plate). Fasten to
the center hole in the crossover tube using the 3/8" hex
bolt, flat washer and hex lock nut removed in figure 1.
See figure 2. DO NOT TIGHTEN AT THIS TIME.

6. Tighten all hex nuts and bolts, following the same
sequence as assembled in figures 1 and 2. DO NOT

COLLAPSE TUBE WHEN TIGHTENING.

7. Assemble a spacer and a 1-5/8" flat washer onto the
end of the axle that has the small hole. See figure 3.

8. Turn the idler wheel (no hole in hub) so that the air valve
faces out. Place onto the axle and secure with a 1-5/8"
dia. flat washer and a 1/8" x 1-1/2" cotter pin. Use the
extra washer if needed to take up play. See figure 3.

FIGURE 3

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