Agri-Fab 45-02113 User Manual

OWNERS
MANUAL

Model No.

45-02113

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CAUTION:

Read Rules for

Safe Operation

and Instructions

Carefully

125 LB. TOW

BROADCAST SPREADER

• Safety

• Assembly

• Operation

• Maintenance

• Parts

FORM NO. 48668 (REV. 5/03)

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

8. Hopper Assembly
Hardware Package (see page 3)

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5

6

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3

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SHOWN FULL SIZE

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K

L

M

NOT SHOWN FULL SIZE

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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

1/4" x 1-3/4"
HEX BOLT

1/4" HEX
LOCK NUT

CROSSOVER
TUBE

HITCH BRACE

HITCH
TUBE

SHAFT
SUPPORT
PLATE

MIDDLE
LOCK NUT

MIDDLE BOLT

HITCH BRACE

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

(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.

FIGURE 2

FIGURE 1

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

3. Remove the lock nut from the middle bolt in the

4. Assemble the short end of the hitch tube onto the

IMPORTANT: The hitch tube must attach to the side of the

5. Assemble the two hitch braces to the hitch tube using

hopper frame, one on each side, using two 1/4" x 1­3/4" hex bolts and two 1/4" hex lock nuts. DO NOT
TIGHTEN YET. See figure 2.

crossover tube and shaft support plate. Leave the bolt
in place. See figure 2.

middle bolt and secure it with the same lock nut you
removed. DO NOT TIGHTEN YET. See figure 2.

crossover tube opposite the shaft support plate.

a 1/4" x 1-3/4" hex bolt and a 1/4" hex lock nut. DO
NOT TIGHTEN YET. See figure 2.

6. Tighten the nuts and bolts fastening the hitch braces

to the hopper frame and the hitch tube, then tighten the
middle lock nut fastening the hitch tube to the cross­over tube. DO NOT COLLAPSE TUBES WHEN TIGHT-

ENING.

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. Place a wheel (air valve facing out) and then one or two
1-5/8" flat washers onto the axle. Install the 1/8" x 1-1/2"
cotter pin into the axle. The wheel must spin freely. See
figure 3.

FIGURE 3

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