Application Tips; Application Chart - Craftsman CMXGZBF7124571 Manual De Instrucciones

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OPERATION
USING YOUR SPREADER
• We do not recommend the use of any powdered lawn
chemicals due to difficulty in obtaining a satisfactory or
consistent broadcast pattern.
• Determine approximate square footage of area to be
covered and estimate amount of material required.
• Before filling the hopper make sure the flow control arm
is in the off position and the closure plate is shut.
• Break up any lumpy fertilizer as you fill the hopper.
• Set the adjustable stop with the flow control arm still
in the off position. Refer to the application chart on
this page and to the instructions on the fertilizer bag to
select the proper flow rate setting.
• The application chart is calculated for light to heavy
application at a walking speed of 3 mph, or 100 ft. in 23
seconds. A variation in speed will require an adjustment
of the flow rate to maintain the same coverage.
• Always start the spreader in motion before opening the
closure plate.
• Always shut the closure plate before turning or stopping
the spreader.
• If fertilizer is accidentally deposited too heavily in a small
area, soak the area thoroughly with a garden hose or
sprinkler to prevent burning of the lawn.
• To insure uniform coverage, make each pass so that the
broadcast pattern slightly overlaps the pattern from the
previous pass as shown in figure 17. The approximate
broadcast widths for different materials are shown in the
application chart on this page.
• When broadcasting weed control fertilizers, make sure
the broadcast pattern does not hit evergreen trees,
flowers or shrubs.
• Heavy moisture conditions may require a cover over the
hopper to keep contents dry. The vinyl hopper cover
acts as a wind and moisture shield, but should not be
used as a rain cover.

Application Tips

• This unit will cover a 4 to 8 foot wide area depending on
the material used and the towing speed.
• To avoid misses or striping, make each pass about 5 feet
from the previous one so some overlapping of spread
pattern does occur.
• For easiest application, spread across the shortest edges
of lawn first, making two "header" strips for a turning
area, and then spreading between the header strips.
See figure 17.
• If lawn is odd shaped, spread a border around the edges
and then spread between the border. See figure 17.
• Keep wheel approximately 4 feet from any area you do
not wish to spread.
• IMPORTANT: Be careful when using spreader around
ornamental plants because weed control chemicals can
damage these plants.
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Fig. 17
MAINTENANCE
Check For Loose Fasteners
• Before each use make a thorough visual check of
the spreader for any bolts and nuts which may have
loosened. Retighten any loose bolts and nuts.
Check For Worn Of Damaged Parts
• Check for worn or damaged parts before each use.
Repair or replace parts if necessary.
Check Tire Inflation
• Check if tires are adequately inflated before each use.
Do not inflate tires beyond maximum recommended
pressure.

WARNING: Over-inflated tires can explode,
causing serious injury. To avoid injury, NEVER
inflate tires beyond the maximum pressure
printed on the sidewall of the tire. ALWAYS use a
hand pump to safely inflate tires..
Lubrication
• Lightly apply automotive grease as needed to the
sprocket and gear.
• Oil nylon bushings on vertical sprocket shaft and on axle
at least once a year, or more often as needed.
• Oil right hand (idler) wheel bearing at least once a year
or more often as needed.
Storage
• Empty the spreader after each use, storing left over
material in its original bag.
• Rinse the inside of the hopper and the exterior of the
spreader and dry off before storing.
• Store in a clean, dry area.

Application Chart

TYPE
MATERIAL
FERTILIZER
Granular
Pelleted
GRASS SEED
Fine
Coarse
ICE MELTER
FLOW SPREAD
SETTING WIDTH
3 - 5 8' - 10'
3 - 5 10' - 12'
3 - 4 6' - 7'
4 - 5 8' - 9'
6 - 8 10' - 12'