Use and Care Manual

General Operating Instructions

• Be sure gate control is in the closed position before ﬁlling hopper

• Determine appropriate setting for material being used by reading the suggested setting on the

material’s bag AND/OR by referencing the application chart on your spreader’s control panel

(Charts provided are only guidelines. Be sure to read the instructions on the bag/box of the

material you’re spreading to identify accurate setting needed)

• Remove wing nut and slide indicator to desired setting. Tighten wing nut completely.

• To begin spreading, start walking (about 3mph pace) release the control lever by pushing it

forward. It will spring forward to the slide stop.

• To stop spreading simply pull the gate control back into the closed position.

Storage and Maintenance

• When ﬁnished spreading empty hopper of any remaining material

• Thoroughly wash spreader and allow to dry before storing

Ref.# Qty Part No. Description

1 1 6-9067 Auger

2 1 6-8280 Bafﬂe Kit

Replacement Parts

Chapin Spreader Operator’s Manual - English

Due to our ongoing product improvement process, product specifications may change without notice.