Operation – Husqvarna 966043502 User Manual
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OPERATION
OPERATION
OPERATION
OPERATION
1.
Check the product package for the rate
setting, and recommended swath width. Turn 
the spreader off by pulling the lever to the 
“OFF” position as shown.
3.
Always fill the spreader on the driveway or
sidewalk-not on the lawn. Make sure spreader is 
in the “OFF” position
.
Empty after each use.
4.
Start spreader moving, then open spreader
by moving the lever to the “ON” position. 
Always push spreader, never pull. Pull the lever 
to the “OFF position to close spreader. 
5.
Hold handle so top of spreader is level. Tipping
the spreader too far can cause uneven spreading.
6.
The settings and swath widths on the product
label are recommended starting points. Always 
check the delivery rate and pattern on a small area 
before treating a large area. Actual delivery rate 
can vary due to weather conditions, operating 
variables, and condition of the product being 
applied. See “HOW TO DETERMINE SPREADER 
SETTING AND SWATH WIDTH” for details. 
7.
Push spreader 2 1/2 m.p.h. (18 feet in 5
seconds) for full 8’ to 14’ spread pattern when 
applying fertilizer products. Apply header strips 
at each end of area to be treated then space 
trips across the area as shown. 
8.
Empty spreader after each use. Return
leftover material to its original container.
2.
The rate setting is adjusted by rotating the
rate cam to the desired setting. The rate cam 
locks at each setting. 
SPREAD
SWATH
APPROX. 8 to
14
FEET ON
CENTER
4
OFF