CHAPIN Chest Mounted Spreader Instruction Manual
- June 7, 2024
- CHAPIN
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DO NOT RETURN TO THE STORE.
Please call 800-950-4458 or visit
www.chapinmfg.com if you are missing any parts,
having trouble assembling, or have any questions regarding the safe operation
of this product.
Carefully Read These Instructions Before Use
IMPROPER USE OR FAILURE TO FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS CAN RESULT IN PRODUCT FAILURE OR INJURIES. FOR SAFE USE OF THIS PRODUCT YOU MUST READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
The Chapin 8700 Chest Spreader is preassembled at our factory, leaving only the crank handle for you to attach. To attach, remove nut, slide handle through the plastic base and fully tighten the nut. Insert the handle into gear and turn clockwise to tighten. Use a 14mm wrench to snug the nut against the gear. (SEE FIGURE A)
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
- Make sure the Gate is closed before filling hopper.
- Fill hopper with material.
- Place shoulder strap over shoulder. Place unit on chest and adjust the strap.
- Select spreader setting 1-6 to set size of gate (Fig. B).
- Crank the handle maintaining a steady clockwise motion and walk a
consistent
pace to spread the material evenly. Squeeze handle to open the gate. - Adjust side baffle as needed (Fig. D).
- Adjust Gate location as needed (Fig. D).
- To close the Gate, simply release handle.
SPREADER SETTINGS:
| Material Type | Spreader Setting* |
|---|---|
| Grass Seed | Fine |
| Coarse | 5 |
- Due to the variables involved, these settings arre intended for reference only.
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References
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