OWNERS
MANUAL
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CAUTION:
Read Rules for
Safe Operation
and Instructions
Carefully
PRO 125#
BROADCAST SPREADER
Assembly
Operation
Maintenance
Repair Parts
PRINTED IN U.S.A. FORM NO. 47438 (Rev. 2/00)
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY RULES...............................................................2
CARTON CONTENTS......................................................2
ASSEMBLY ......................................................................4
OPERATION ....................................................................8
MAINTENANCE & STORAGE............................................9
LUBRICATION..................................................................9
PARTS EXPLOSION.......................................................10
REPAIR PARTS..............................................................11
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 using equipment.
1. Do not allow anyone to operate the broadcast spreader
without proper instructions.
2. Do not permit children to operate the broadcast
spreader.
3. Wear eye protection when handling and when applying lawn chemicals.
LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL TO POINT OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS.
IT MEANS -- ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED.
4. Read the product label for instructions and cautions on
proper handling and application of lawn chemicals.
5. Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure
equipment is in safe working condition.
6. Follow maintenance and lubrication instructions as
outlined in this manual.
CARTON CONTENTS (LOOSE PARTS IN CARTON)
Your broadcast spreader carton contains parts as shown in the carton contents diagram below. The
hardware package contains parts shown on page 3. Identify all parts and lay out as shown.
1. Hopper Assembly
2. Drive Wheel
3. Idler Wheel
4. Spreader Shield
5. Braces
6. Flow Control Rod
7. Vinyl Hopper Cover
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8. Hopper Screen
9. Handle Tube (Short)
10. Flow Control Arm
11. Handle Tube (Long)
12. Leg Stand Tube
13. Flow Control Gauge
14. Flow Control Mount Bracket
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CARTON CONTENTS
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FULL SIZE HARDWARE REFERENCE CHART
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NOT SHOWN FULL SIZE
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REF. QTY. DESCRIPTION
A 3 Bolt, Carriage 1/4" x 3/4"
B 2 Bolt, Hex 1/4" x 5/8"
C 6 Bolt, Hex 1/4" x 3/4"
D 2 Bolt, Hex 1/4" x 1-1/2"
E 6 Bolt, Hex 1/4" x 1-3/4"
F 16 Nut, Hex Lock 1/4-20
G 17 Washer, 5/16"
H 5 Washer, Nylon
I 4 Washer, 3/4"
J 1 Cotter Pin, 3/32" x 3/4"
K 1 Cotter Pin, 1/8" x 1-1/2"
REF. QTY. DESCRIPTION
L 1 Spacer Tube, Short (1")
M 1 Spacer Tube, Long (1-5/16")
N 4 Bracket, Swivel
O 1 Link, Flow Control
P 2 Bracket, Angle Stop
Q 1 Spring, Extension
R 1 Knob, Hand
S 2 Knob, Plastic 1/4"
T 1 Grip, Control Arm
U 1 Cap, Vinyl
V 2 Grip, Handle
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
1/4" x 1-3/4"
HEX BOLT
DRIVE
WHEEL
SHORT
SPACER
TUBE
3/4" WASHER
1/4" HEX
LOCK NUT
SHAFT
SUPPORT
PLATE
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY
(1) Pliers
(2) 7/16" Open End or Box Wrenches
(2) 9/16" Open End or Box Wrenches
REMOVAL OF PARTS FROM CARTON
Refer to carton contents on page 2 and to the hardware chart
on page 3 to lay out and identify parts and hardware needed
to assemble the spreader.
ASSEMBLY OF SPREADER
1. Place the spreader upside down.
2. Assemble the long spacer tube and a 3/4" washer onto
the end of axle of the axle that has the small drilled hole
(right hand side). See figure 1.
5. Place the short spacer tube and a 3/4" washer onto the
end of the axle that has the large drilled hole (left hand
side). See figure 2.
6. Place the drive wheel onto the axle. The notched hub
and the air valve should face to the outside. See figure
2.
7. Fasten the wheel to the axle using a 1/4" x 1-3/4" hex
bolt and a 1/4" hex lock nut. See figure 2.
3. Place the idler wheel (no notch in hub) onto the axle. The
air valve should face to the outside. See figure 1.
4. Assemble one or two more 3/4" washers onto the axle
and then assemble the 1/8" x 1-1/2" cotter pin.
SHAFT
SUPPORT
SMALL
HOLE
IDLER
WHEEL
FIGURE 1
PLATE
1/8" x 1-1/2"
COTTER PIN
3/4" WASHERS
LONG
SPACER
TUBE
FIGURE 2
8. Tip the spreader over to rest on the front edge of the
hopper and on the wheels.
9. Remove the middle 3/8" hex bolt, flat washer and hex
lock nut that fasten the shaft support plate to the
crossover tube. Do not loosen or remove the two
outer bolts. See figure 3.
CROSSOVER
TUBE
SHAFT
SUPPORT
PLATE
REMOVE
MIDDLE 3/8"
BOLT, WASHER
AND NUT
FIGURE 3
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