Worksaver ATVK-390 - Manual (Page 7)

S P R E A D I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S (cont.) If twice over spread is used as recommended, and
area is not too large, it is advisable to put approxi-
mately one-half of material in hopper. This will give an
approximate check of rate usage and will allow for
adjustments after first time over.
5. You are now ready to make a trial run to assure
accurate results. Close the gate and put in a pre-
determined amount of the material to be spread.
Spread this and check the results. Make final adjust-
ments to obtain desired results.
3. Width of spread depends upon the motor speed and
the weight of the material. The heavier the material,
the wider the spread. The table shows width of spread
at full fan rpm, so the width will vary according to the
speed of your motor. The rheostat switch can be used
to slow the speed of the fan in order to obtain a nar-
row spread width.
For accurate spreading, calibrate your ATV to oper-
ate at the desired speed. A calibrated speedometer is
the best and most accurate. If your vehicle does not
have a speedometer or its accuracy is questionable,
then you may calibrate in the following manner:
Set out two markers 88 feet apart. Select proper gear
and adjust throttle speed to give the following travel
time as shown between the markers.
1 MPH will travel 88 feet in 60 seconds
4 MPH will travel 88 feet in 15 seconds
6 MPH will travel 88 feet in 11.2 seconds
8 MPH will travel 88 feet in 7.5 seconds
After adjusting throttle setting to give speed as
desired, mark throttle position in some convenient
manner to indicate selected speed. NOTE: After
selecting speed, be sure vehicle engine is running fast
enough for generator to properly charge battery. On
some vehicles it may be necessary to operate in a
lower gear to maintain an adequate engine speed for
charging battery.
4. Set seed gate opening stop for material to be used
according to the selected ground speed and for once
or twice over application (twice over recommended),
tighten gate stop securely on calibrated seed plate.
S P R E A D I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S
1. The opening in the hopper bottom is regulated by the
control lever. The size of the opening is determined by
the calibrated scale. Place the control lever at the
desired setting and adjust the stop bolt.
2. Check rate chart for suggested setting for material
type to be spread.
M A I N T E N A N C E
You ATV Broadcast Seeder-Spreader is relatively main-
tenance free. We do make these suggestions:
1. Hopper – The high density Polyethylene hopper is
impervious to acids, alkalis and salt. There is no rust
or corrosion. We do suggest that you clean the
Hopper after use for good housekeeping.
2. Storage – After using Broadcaster, remove from vehi-
cle and clean thoroughly. DO NOT USE WATER on
Electric Drive Unit as it might harm electric motor.
Wipe clean with brush or rag and apply a light amount
of oil to opening gate slide to prevent sticking, and to
ALL bearings. Do not over-oil. Store broadcast upside
down in a dry location.
3. Before using, you should check to make sure that all
nuts and bolts and set screws are tight.
Paint any bare metal or rusty spots for longer life.
WARNING!! When washing the seeder,
completely cover the motor to protect it
from water or corrosive solutions. If the
motor is not protected, damage may occur.
(A plastic bag tied securely works well.)
I N S T R U C T I O N S (continued) I N S T R U C T I O N S (continued)
P R E - O P E R AT I O N
• Know your controls and how to stop ATV, engine, or
pickup quickly in an emergency. READ THIS
MANUAL AND THE ONE PROVIDED WITH YOUR
ATV.
• To avoid accident or injury, do not allow anyone to
operate this equipment without proper instructions.
Any person who operates this equipment must be
instructed in and be capable of the safe operation of
the ATV, implement and all controls.
• Do not allow children to operate this machine.
• Always wear relatively tight and belted clothing to
avoid entanglement in moving parts. Wear sturdy,
rough-soled work shoes and protective equipment for
eyes, hands, and hearing. Never operate ATV in bare
feet, sandals, or sneakers.
• Operate only in daylight or good artificial light.
• Ensure implement is properly mounted, adjusted and
in good operating condition.
• Be sure that all safety shielding and safety signs are
properly installed and in good condition.
O P E R AT I O N
Your ATV Broadcast Seeder-Spreader can be used to
broadcast most seed (except those planted in rows) – as
well as all granular fertilizers. In winter you can control
ice and snow by broadcast spreading granular ice control
materials. See Operational Spreading Chart.
The ATV Broadcast Seeder-Spreader does not have an
agitator in the seed hopper. Some bearded seeds (such
as fescue and bromegrass) can bridge over the seed
gate opening and cause erratic seed flow which will
result in skips and misses in the spread pattern.
The above problem can be helped by mixing the seed
with dry sand (50/50 mix – then adjust seed gate accord-
ingly to compensate).
1. Check the register of the control lever with the seed
gate (material gate). With the seed gate closed, the
control lever indicator should so indicate. If it does not,
you can adjust the adjustment button on the control
rod.
2. DO NOT FILL HOPPER (especially with fertilizer) and
transport over long distances, as it may result in pack-
ing, causing poor or erratic discharge.
3. FOR BEST RESULTS use pelletized fertilizer, as it
has little tendency to lump and cause little or no dust.
4. Be sure to sift or break up lumps found in some types
of granular fertilizer before filling hopper.
5. Do not use on windy days, especially when spread-
ing fine grass seed.
6. Use of herbicides (especially Broadleaf weed killers)
is NOT RECOMMENDED as there is a possibility of
wind drift or over throw of material
7. For best results, cover area twice over a one-half
recommended material usage rate, the second time
over to run halfway between first spreading width or
in a criss-cross pattern. This method allows the most
complete and even coverage as well as to give
operator a chance to adjust gate setting to compen-
sate for too thin or too heavy a covering the first time
over.
8. The spreader will not work with rock salt. It will
spread granular calcium chloride if dry and free-
flowing.
9. When broadcasting fertilizer, always start vehicle in
motion before opening feed gate. (Do not allow
vehicle to sit stationary with feed gate open.) If ferti-
lizer is accidentally deposited too heavily in a small
area, soak down thoroughly with garden hose or
sprinkler to prevent burning.
10. The fan speed may be adjusted by turning the vari-
able speed control.
The amount of seed or fertilizer broadcast depends
on the size of the hopper opening and the speed of
the vehicle. The table shown in an approximate
guide based on a vehicle speed of 4 M.P.H. or 8
M.P.H., so adjust for different speeds.
C A U T I O N !
KEEP ALL PERSONS AWAY FROM THE ROTATING
SPREADERS FAN! NEVER OPERATE WHEN ANY-
ONE IS WITHIN 50 FEET OF SEEDER/SPREADER.
Do not attempt to use your fingers to clear a jam.
Accidental closing of the feed gate could pinch or
amputate a finger. Be sure that the electric motor is
shut off and the power is disconnected before doing
any adjustment or repair.
C A U T I O N !
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