OPERATOR'S MANUAL Model SPY50-1P / SPY50L-1P Push Spreader Spyker Spreaders Contact us at 800.972.6130 www.spyker.com ! ! IMPORTANT This manual contains information for the safety of persons and property. Read it carefully before assembly and operation of the equipment! ©2017 Spyker Spreaders/A Brinly-Hardy Co.
Table of Contents + Safety TABLE OF CONTENTS OPERATE SAFELY Safety ����������������������������������������������� 2 Read Before Using: Part List �������������������������������������������� 3 • Keep bystanders away when you operate this machine. Hardware Identifier ��������������������������� 4 • Use this machine for intended purpose only. Part Explosions ����������������������������� 5-7 • Do not let children or an untrained person operate machine.
Part List DO NOT RETURN PRODUCT IF YOU ARE MISSING PARTS. PLEASE CALL: 1 (800) 972-6130 No. Part # Qty Description No.
Hardware Identifier DO NOT RETURN PRODUCT IF YOU ARE MISSING PARTS. PLEASE CALL: 1 (800) 972-6130 ILLUSTRATIONS ON THIS PAGE ARE TO SCALE FOR FASTER IDENTIFICATION OF HARDWARE DURING ASSEMBLY.
Part Explosions DO NOT RETURN PRODUCT IF YOU ARE MISSING PARTS. PLEASE CALL: 1 (800) 972-6130 5 77 3 RATE GATE + AXLE / SPINNER 1 4 60 43 3 5 1 7 43 2 1 9 3 12 14 = 6 3 1 10 2 8 11 3 43 3 3 13 22 21 15 16 19 17 18 20 23 25 75 24 27 26 39 = 38 23 28 74 35 29 30 32 36 34 30 31 33 37 = ©2017 Spyker Spreaders/A Brinly-Hardy Co.
Part Explosions DO NOT RETURN PRODUCT IF YOU ARE MISSING PARTS. PLEASE CALL: 1 (800) 972-6130 FRAME & HANDLE 40 46 48 2 40 41 2 3 42 3 6 3 + 43 50 2 49 + 3 44 45 43 73 44 46 46 47 46 47 51 3 43 3 52 53 55 54 56 76 54 54 53 54 76 54 53 55 54 59 44 44 57 3 62 62 64 57 58 3 60 64 62 65 61 66 63 31 63 1017628-C Page 6 ©2017 Spyker Spreaders/A Brinly-Hardy Co.
Part Explosions DO NOT RETURN PRODUCT IF YOU ARE MISSING PARTS. PLEASE CALL: 1 (800) 972-6130 HOPPER 67 68 69 46 46 2 2 2 2 71 70 72 3 3 3 3 ©2017 Spyker Spreaders/A Brinly-Hardy Co.
ASSEMBLY Remove the Part List (page 3) / Hardware Identifier (page 4) and set aside for frequent reference during assembly. For reassurance, lay the nuts, bolts and washers down on page 4 to verify you’re using the correct parts during assembly. Hardware Iden DO NOT RE ILLUST RAT ION S ON THIS PAG IDENTI FICATI E AR E TO SC ON OF HA RD ALE FO R FAS WA RE DU RIN TER G ASS EM BLY . Part List DO NOT RE TU RN PR No.
Assembly 1. After removing all the parts from your box, place the pre-assembled hopper portion in your work area. 3. Add 2 washers (62) to the wheel axle (31). Slide on the tire (63). Start upside down and facing this direction: If last washer does not fit, remove tire & one of the interior washers. Start with this side. Lock the wheel in place with the Clevis Pin (65) and Hair Pin (66). 66 62 Fig. 1 31 65 63 2.
Assembly FLIP SPREADER OVER 5. 7. Add the Handle Weldment (41) by lining it up on the Lower Handle tubing from step 6. Secure the Handle in place by running four Hex Head Bolts (46) through the two handle ends from the outside. Tighten with four Nylon Lock Nuts (3) from the inside of the Lower handle (52). Align the two holes of the Lower Handle (52) with the two holes of the outer, rear edges of the Frame (59).
Assembly 9. 41 Adding the Control Lever Stop. Orientation is very important on this step. 73 - The Control Lever Stop (73) needs to be centered over the three holes on the right side of the handle. (Same side as the On/Off sticker). - Leave the center hole open and run two hex head bolts (44) through the outer two holes of the Handle Weldment (41). Bolts should also pass through the Control Lever Stop (73) & two 1/4” washers (43). 41 73 Fig. 9a 3 44 44 43 Fig.
Assembly 11. Adding the Linkage Guide Plate. Orientation is very important on this step. 12. Using Fig. 12 as a guide, insert a Hex Head Bolt (46) through the remaining hole at the top of the Lower Handle (52). For this step, please follow the illustration notations below: The bolt (46) should pass through the oval hole of the Linkage Guide (47) and a washer (43). Loosely secure in with a Nylon Lock Nut (3). 47 Do NOT tighten (yet). 51 Fig. 11a Fig.
Fig. 13a 45 14. Checking the Rate Gate Ensure the rate gate closes completely when the gate control lever is pulled back and locked into place. 51 Fig. 13b 45 After adding the Control Lever to the Linkage Rod (51), rotate the lever forward into the ON position and push the bolt (45) through. Fig. 14 51 15. Rate Gate Adjustment If the gate IS closed, skip to step 16. If it is NOT closed, follow these steps: Fig. 13c 45 2 3 a) Ensure the hopper is empty. b) Turn the Spyker dial to #9.
Assembly e) Move the gate control lever to CLOSED and reevaluate the rate gate. If it is closed, then no further adjustment is necessary. f) 17. Checking / Adjusting the Accuway *Front of Spreader If the rate gate is still open, then repeat steps 3-5 until the gate is closed. 19 Fig. 15a CLOSED (Dial Setting at 1) Start rotating the Accuway Adjustment Screw (19) clockwise. CLOSED (View From Above) Continue to rotate the ACCUWAY Adjustment Screw (19) clockwise (Fig.
Calibration ! READ BEFORE USING Spreader Calibration - Two items must be considered when calibrating a spreader: 1. First, is the DISTRIBUTION PATTERN of the spreader. This is the pattern the product makes as it strikes the ground after being broadcasted from the spreader’s spinner. There are many factors that affect the distribution pattern of a rotary spreader and some of them relate directly to the material.
Calibration ! READ BEFORE USING How to Test for a Uniform Distribution Pattern: ( ...continued from page 15). CHART A PAN LH PAN 7 LH PAN 6 LH PAN 5 LH PAN 4 LH PAN 3 LH PAN 2 LH PAN 1 CENTER PAN RH PAN 1 RH PAN 2 RH PAN 3 RH PAN 4 RH PAN 5 RH PAN 6 RH PAN 7 DISTANCE FROM CENTER WEIGHT OF MATERIAL 9. Review the recorded weights. Ideally for an even distribution, LH Pan 1 and RH Pan 1 would have approximately the same material. The same for LH Pan 2 and RH Pan 2, etc. 10.
Calibration ! READ BEFORE USING How to Set the Correct Product Application Rate (Spyker Dial Setting): Complete “How to Test for a Uniform Distribution Pattern” (pages 15-16) to ensure distribution is even. 1. Once distribution is even, use the same data in Chart A (pg 16) to complete the steps below. 5. Weigh 20 lbs. of product and place it in the spreader hopper. Place Spyker Dial at #4 position. Spread material over the distance necessary to equal the linear distance found in step 4 (Ex. 125 ft.). 2.
Operation Instructions ! WARNING: AVOID INJURY! Chemicals can be dangerous. Avoid injury to operators or bystanders NOW YOU ARE READY TO PUT MATERIAL IN THE HOPPER • Make sure the rate gate is in the closed position. NOW YOU ARE READY TO SPREAD • Keep spinner blade clean. Excess material build-up can cause an uneven spread pattern. • Keep the spinner blade level when spreading. • DO NOT overload. Maximum capacity of this model is 50 lbs. • Read chemical container label for handling instructions.
Operation Instructions TIPS: • Become familiar with the spreader before you put material in the hopper. • Some products can be fatal to some plants • Always remove material from hopper before attaching spreader on a vehicle-mounted spreader caddy. • Practice walking with the spreader, opening and closing the rate gate at the appropriate times. • If a dial setting is not found, use the size and weight comparison table found in this manual. Determine a dial setting on the low side.
Rate Dial Dial Settings NOTE: DIAL SETTINGS ARE APPROXIMATE ONLY! The settings shown in the charts below are for reference only. For initial settings that will result in true pounds per 1,000 sq ft, please return to “How to set the Correct Product Application Rate” on page 19. The RATE DIAL has 9 numbers with 10 stops between each number. This allows for accurate control of the spreading rate. The dial is set with only a turn, it will automatically lock into the set position.
Grass Seed Spreading Chart GRASS SEED SPREADING CHART The settings shown in this chart are for reference only. For initial settings that will result in true pounds per 1,000 sq ft, please see the Operation Instructions on page 18. Product Blue Grass or Red Top Park, Merion, Delta or Kentucky Bluegrass Hulled Bermuda Mixtures Including Coarse Seeds Rye Grasses or Tall Fescue Dichondra Pensacola Bahia ©2017 Spyker Spreaders/A Brinly-Hardy Co. Bag Weight Sq. Ft.
Troubleshooting TROUBLESHOOTING / FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Problem Diagnosis Solution Rate gate is binding and will not open/close properly. Rate gate is jammed with debris. Thoroughly wash out hopper and shut off plates with water. Ensure debris is not stuck between shut off plate and rate gate plate. - Very slightly loosen bolt 1017551 (9) allowing linkage 1017340 (7) to float. - Very slightly loosen screw 1001255 (8) allowing linkage 1017340 (7) to float.
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WARRANTY 1 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY This is warranted to the original purchaser only. Spyker will replace parts with defects in materials and workmanship, for a period of one year from the date of purchase. For Spyker Spreaders–a Brinly-Hardy Company, products employing metal gear systems, pinion and bevel, these metal gears, only, not inclusive of any other parts or materials, are warranted for the life of the spreader, not to be used for replacement or repair past original purchase.
