SPYKER P30 Commercial Tow Spreader User Manual

SPYKER P30 Commercial Tow 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!

OPERATE SAFELY

Read Before Using

• Keep bystanders away when you operate this machine.
• Use this machine for intended purpose only.
• Do not let children or an untrained person operate machine.
• Keep all parts in good condition and properly installed. Fix damaged parts immediately. Replace worn or broken parts.
• Do not modify the machine or safety devices. Unauthorized modifications to the machine may impair its function and safety, and void the warranty.
• Do not let anyone sit or ride on equipment during operation. Keep riders off attachment.
• Wear substantial footwear and long trousers. Do not operate the equipment when barefoot or wearing open sandals.
• Do not wear loose fitting clothing that can get caught in moving parts.
• Always wear eye protection when operating the equipment.
• Stay alert for holes in the terrain and other hidden hazards.
• Watch out for traffic when crossing or near roadways.
• Before you operate any feature of this machine, observe your surroundings and look for bystanders.
• Always wash hands after contact with fertilizers and pesticides.
• Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition.

Part Explosion

No.| Part #| Qty| Description|  | No.| Part #| Qty| Description
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---
1| 05-94-0064| 6| Nylon Washer| 35| 05-94-0037| 1| Gear Box Cover Front
2| SS-91-0004| 13| 1/4-20 Nylon Locknut, SS| 36| 05-94-0038| 1| Gear Box Cover Rear

3

| 1007745-01| 1| Towtube, Polished| 37| 05-98-0111| 1| Grease Zerk
1007744-10| 1| Towtube, Painted| 38| 1008125| 1| Axle

4

| 1007746-01| 1| Control Handle, Polished| 39| 05-95-0016-JD| 2| Wheel
1007740-10| 1| Control Handle, Painted| 40| SS-94-0012-1| 1| Spinner
5| 1007828| 2| Handle Knob| 41| 1008104| 1| Screen

6

| 1008023-01| 1| Frame, Polished| 42| SS-96-0003| 1| Agitator Wire
1008026-10| 1| Frame, Painted| ****

43

| 05-179-0040| 2| Tow Bar Brace, SS
7| 05-90-0080| 11| 1/4-20 x 1-3/4″ Hex Bolt SS| 1000566-10| 2| Tow Bar Brace, Painted
8| SS-94-0007| 1| Hopper Bottom Bearing| 44| 05-90-0038| 1| 1/4-20 x 2″ Hex Bolt, SS
9| 05-44-2210| 1| Accuway Screw Assembly| 45| 05-90-0065| 1| 3/16 x 1-3/4″ Clevis Pin
10| 05-71-2205| 1| Hopper Bottom Plate| 46| 05-90-0089| 1| Hairpin Cotter, Large
11| 05-94-0042| 2| Rate Gate/Accuway Guide| 47| 05-92-0004| 1| Wheel Washer, SS
12| 05-94-0043| 1| Accuway Diffuser| ****

48

| 1001693-01| 2| Hitch Plate, Polished
13| 99-10-0205| 5| 1/4-20 x 1/2″ Bolt, SS| 1001147-10| 2| Hitch Plate, Painted
14| 05-94-0068| 1| Rate Gate| 49| SS-90-0006| 1| Clevis Pin
15| 05-94-0069| 1| Dial Mount| 50| 05-92-0014| 1| Nylon Spacer
16| SS-94-0006| 1| Plastic Dial| 51| 05-90-0040| 1| Rue Ring Locking Pin
17| 05-94-0078| 1| Pine Tree Clip| ****

52

| 1007739-01| 1| Control Bracket, Polished
18| 05-24-1102| 1| Rate Gate Link, Polished| 1007709-10| 1| Control Bracket, Painted

19

| 1008128| 1| Hopper, 12520 Series| 53| 1007742| 1| Control Link
1020304| 1| Hopper, 17520 Series| 54| SS-90-0011| 1| 1/4-20 x 1-1/4″ Hex Bolt, SS
20| 05-93-0075| 1| Spyker Accuway Label| 55| 45M0909SS| 10| Washer, SS
21| 1008067| 1| Spyker Decal| 56| 45M2121P| 4| 5/8″ Flat Washer
22| 1008165| 1| Flow Control Decal| 57| B-6978-01| 2| Spacer
23| SS-90-0002| 1| Roll Pin 1/8 x 7/8″| 58| D-146P| 1| Hairpin Cotter, Small
24| SS-92-0002| 2| Felt Washer| 59| F-283| 2| Axle Bearing
25| 05-125-0070| 1| Spinner Shaft| 60| F-575| 1| Special Thick Washer
26| SS-90-0001| 1| Roll Pin 1/8 x 3/4″| 61| 1008146| 1| Operation Manual
27| 05-90-0093| 2| 5/8″ Gearbox Bushing| 62| 1020283| 1| Decal; QR Code, Calibration
28| 05-90-0094| 2| 3/8″ Spinner Shaft Bushing|
29| 05-90-0096| 1| 3/16 x 1″ Dowel Pin, SS
30| 05-94-0033| 1| Bevel Gear
31| 05-94-0034| 1| Pinion Gear
32| 05-288-1027| 1| Nylon Pin Retainer
33| 05-90-0097| 8| #10-24 x 5/8″

Flange Head Bolt, SS

34| 05-91-0008| 8| #10-24 Nylon Locknut, SS

Assembly

1. Install spinner to spinner shaft. Press down on spinner until it snaps into place on the roll pin, Figure 1.

2. Install axle/transmission assembly into frame as shown, Figure 1.
   IMPORTANT! Note the orientation of the axle /transmission assembly is critical. See the hole locations in Figure 1. One side has hole near the end of the axle, the other next to the frame.

3. Slide the axle bearings over the axle and into place in the frame, Figure 1.

4. Install a 5/8″ metal washer, axle spacer,and a second 5/8″ metal washer onto axle, Figure 2. Slide wheel onto axle. Repeat on other side.

5. On the drive side of the axle, insert the small clevis pin through the holes in the wheel and axle, Figure 3.
   Install Small Cotter Pin.

6. On the other side of the axle install a wheel washer and rue ring locking pin, Figure 4.

7. Place hopper onto frame.
   IMPORTANT! Note orientation of rate dial. Be sure to slide spinner shaft into hopper, Figure 5.

8. Insert 1/4″ Nylon Washer onto 1/4-20 x 1-3/4″ Bolt. Insert through hopper and frame. Attach finger tight only with 1/4″ Nylon Insert Locknut, Figure 5. Repeat for remaining 3 bolts, washers, and nuts. Tighten fully.

9. Slide felt washer over spinner shaft, Figure 6. Insert Agitator wire by sliding through the hole in the spinner shaft as shown. IMPORTANT: Note orientation of agitator wire when installing.

10. Install Hitch Tow Bar onto frame, Figure 7.Attach with 1/4-20 x 1-3/4″ Bolt and 1/4″ Nylon Insert Locknut.

11. Install Hitch Plates to end of Tow Bar using 1/4-20 x 1-3/4″ Bolts and 1/4″ Nylon Insert Locknuts, Figure 8.
    Install Hitch Pin and Large Cotter Pin.

12. 12. Slide Control Lever into U- shaped bracket as shown, Figure 9. The label on the U-shaped bracket faces the hopper.

13. Install Control Linkage into Control Lever.
    NOTE: Orientation of on-off label on U-shaped bracket. The shorter section of linkage should face upward and away from lever as shown, Figure 9.

14. Install 1/4-20 x 1-1/4″ Bolt and 1/4″ Washer through the U-shaped bracket, Figure 10.

15. From inside the bracket install Nylon Spacer, Thick Nylon Washer then through Control Lever. Install second 1/4″ Washer and 1/4″ Nylon Insert Locknut. Tighten.
    NOTE: The bolt will not go through both sides of the Control Bracket.
    Refer to the “End View” in Figure 10 for detailed assembly.

16. Turn Control Bracket assembly sideways as shown, Figure 11. Install end of linkage into rate gate bracket.

17. Install front of control lever assembly onto Tow Bar with 1/4-20 x 1-3/4″ Bolt, 1/4″ Washer (one on each side of tow bar) and 1/4″ Nylon Insert Locknut, Figure 12. Do not fully tighten at this point.

18. 18. Install Frame Braces to Frame using 1/4-20 x 1-3/4″ Bolt, 1/4″ Washer (one on each side) and 1/4″ Nylon Insert Locknut, Figure 13.

19. Attach Frame Braces to Tow Tube/Control Lever Assembly using 1/4-20 x 2″ Bolt, 1/4″ Washers (one on each side), and 1/4″ Nylon Insert Locknut.

20. 20. With rate gate dial set to 0, move control lever back and forth and ensure rate gate opens and closes fully, Figure 14. If necessary adjust Control Lever Bracket assembly forward or necessary. Fully tighten hardware from steps 17 and 19 that hold Control Lever Bracket in place.

21. Install Screen into Spreader.

Use and Care

READ BEFORE USING

• Practice walking with the spreader, opening and closing the rate gate at the appropriate times.
• Travel at a constant speed and operate the spreader lever position. Remember: Open the rate gate after the spreader is in motion at operating speed (about 3 mph, or at a brisk walking pace).
• Close the rate gate while spreader is still at operational speed.

DIAL SETTING INFORMATION
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.

• The spread width ranges from 4 – 12 ft. wide depending on the volume/density, particle size of the material, and rate of travel.
• The spread thins or feathers at the outer edges, eliminating sharp, “Edge Of Spread” lines which cause stripes and streaks. Extra coverage can be given under trees and other heavy feeding areas without showing “Edge Of Spread” lines.
• Gaps and double overlaps are less likely. Small errors in travel are forgiven and do not show.
  WARNING: When spreading products containing herbicides, exercise extreme caution with respect to careless spreading and to wind-drift.

CONTACT OF SOME PRODUCTS ON SOME PLANTS CAN BE FATAL
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. If the setting proves to be too low, cover the area more than one time. A higher setting can be used when a proven dial setting is established.
Remember: Published dial settings are approximate only. The operation of the spreader, the condition of the material (damp or dry or over-pulverized) and weather conditions, are all contributing factors. For these reasons, it is often a good idea to spread the area 2 times – or one-half rate – in cross directions (SEE INFORMATION ON ONE-HALF RATE DIAL SETTINGS). One-half rate dial settings are highly recommended under damp and humid conditions.

ROTARY AGITATOR
Use the rotary agitator only if needed. Free-flowing, lump-free materials will not require the agitator.
THE ROTARY AGITATOR IS EASILY INSTALLED OR REMOVED. Note the clockwise rotation and sweep. Place felt washer around spinner shaft before inserting agitator.

NOW YOU ARE READY TO PUT MATERIAL IN THE HOPPER

WARNING: AVOID INJURY! Chemicals can be dangerous. Use caution to prevent injury for operators or bystanders.

• Make sure the rate gate is in the closed position.

• Read chemical container label for handling instructions.
  A Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) should be supplied by the chemical dealer and provides proper safety information.

• Wear proper clothing and safety equipment while handling or applying chemicals.

• Prohibit all smoking, drinking & eating around chemicals.

• When spreading any products containing herbicides, exercise extreme caution with respect to careless spreading and to wind-drift. Contact of some products on some plants can be fatal.

• Fill the spreader on a flat, level surface only. Fill on sidewalk, driveway, cardboard, etc. to avoid material loss.

• When filling hopper with material, always use screen to help break up clumps.

NOW YOU ARE READY TO SPREAD

• Keep spinner blade clean. Excess material build-up can cause an uneven spread pattern.

• Keep the impeller level when spreading.

• DO NOT overload.
  Maximum capacity of 12520 Series is 125 lbs. Maximum capacity of 17520 Series is 175 lbs.

• DO NOT use on windy days.

• Spread header strips at the ends of the area OPPOSITE of the direction of spreading. This will provide a “turn-around” area, an area to re-align the spreader for the return spread.

• Example shown is for 6 ft. wide spread. Make the first spread pass at one-half the spread width from the edge of the spreading area or in this case, approximately 3 feet (or one big step).

• Additional spreading passes will be at the full spread width or approximately 6 ft. apart.

• TAKE A SIGHTING AT THE FAR END. Keep your eye on the sighting as you spread. You will not need to wonder where you are or where you have been. Continue until spreading is completed.

• Leftover fertilizer can be spread under trees and other high feeding areas without showing “edge of spread” lines.

CLEANING THE SPREADER IS PART OF THE SPREADING JOB
Clean and oil spreader immediately after each use.
Method #1 – Wipe spreader thoroughly with an oily cloth. Oil all bearings and bearing areas.
Method #2 – Wash, rinse, and dry the spreader. Note: Drying takes time. Moisture trapped in bearing areas is slow to go. Immediately after drying – oil all bearings and moving parts. Make certain all operations are thorough.
NOTE: GOOD “DRY CLEANING” IS PREFERABLE TO POOR “WET CLEANING”.

• It is virtually impossible to have rust and corrosion on a clean, dry, oiled surface.
• Again – just before using – oil all bearings and moving parts.
• In storage, ideally the spreader should be hung by the handle. In any case, do not pile weight on the spreader, as excess weight over a period of time can distort the tires.

OIL BEARINGS AND ALL MOVING PARTS
Make sure the spreader is running freely!

ACCUWAY – WHAT IT DOES
The Accuway Spread Pattern Equalizer Balances the spread pattern – Bulls Eye – Dead to the Center of the Spreader.
All products. All spreading conditions.
Skewing is eliminated.
(Does not change the spread width).

ACCUWAY – HOW IT WORKS

• Accuway shifts the material placement on the spreader spinner fan. This in turn, balances the pattern heavier to the right or heavier to the left.
• Spread pattern can be affected by many variables such as humidity, temperature, wind, spreader condition, speed of travel, material size and weight. Because of these variables, the diffuser must be adjusted for each type of application. Proper adjustment will minimize skewing and uneven coverage.
• Adjustment is very sensitive. Turning the Accuway Dif-fuser Knob just a little will result in a drastic change to the spread pattern.
• The Accuway Diffuser Plate has a front and a rear ramp. Never adjust so that the diffuser plate splits the material flow to both the front and rear ramp at the same time.
• If the spreader is spreading to the left of center, turn the diffuser knob counterclockwise fully. Then adjust clock-wise until the edge of the diffuser plate centers the spread.
• If the spreader is spreading to the right of center, turn the diffuser knob clockwise fully. Adjust counterclockwise until the edge of the diffuse plate centers the spread.
• NEVER USE ACCUWAY FRONT AND REAR RAMPS TO SPLIT THE PRODUCT FLOW. Use only the front side or the back side. With proper adjustment you should be able to achieve a balanced spread pattern.

CALIBRATION
A digital calibration calculator is available online. To access, scan this QR code with your smart phone or visit:
www.spyker.com/spyker-spreaders-calibration

TROUBLESHOOTING

bolt inside control bracket (see illustration on page 8).
Deflector shut off is binding and

will not open / close properly.

| Shut off plate is jammed

with debris.

| Thoroughly wash out the hopper and

shut-off plates with water. Ensure debris

is not stuck between shut off plate and rate

gate plate.

PRODUCT

| NOTE: DIAL

PARTICLE SIZE

| SETTINGS ARE

Lbs. per 1000 sq. ft.

| APPROXIMATE ONLY!

Dial Setting Full Rate Once Over

| ****

Dial Settings Half Rate Twice Over

---|---|---|---|---
 |  | 1| 3.6| 3.1
Fine Pellets| 2| 4.0| 3.5
 |  | 3| 4.2| 3.7
 |  | 2| 3.7| 3.2
Mixed Fine

Pellets

| 4| 4.7| 4.1
 |  | 6| 5.2| 4.5
 |  | 2| 3| 2.2
Small Pellets| 4| 4.2| 3.7
 |  | 6| 4.5| 4
 |  | 1| 3.5| 3
Nitrogen Pellets| 2| 4.2| 3.7
Medium Size|  | 3

2

| 4.7

3.5

| 4
3
Medium Pellets

And Granuals

| 4| 4.2| 3.8
 |  | 6| 5.2| 4.5
 |  | 2| 3.8| 3.3
Large Heavy

Pellets

| 4| 4.9| 4.1
 |  | 6| 5.9| 4.9
GRASS SEED SPREADING CHART

PRODUCT| Bag Weight| Sq. Ft. Coverage| Dial Setting Full Rate| Dial Setting Half Rate| Spread Width
Blue Grass or Red Top| .5 lbs.| 1,000| 1.25|  | 4
1 lbs.| 1,000| 2.0|  | 4
2 lbs.| 1,000| 2.5|  | 4
Park, Merion, Delta, or Kentucky Bluegrass| .5 lbs.| 1,000| 2.5|  | 4
1 lbs.| 1,000| 3.0|  | 4
2 lbs.| 1,000| 3.5|  | 4
Hulled Bermuda| 2 lbs.| 1,000| 2.75| 2.25| 6
3 lbs.| 1,000| 3.0| 2.5| 6
4 lbs.| 1,000| 3.25| 2.75| 6
Mixtures Including Coarse Seeds| 2 lbs.| 1,000| 6.0|  | 6
4 lbs.| 1,000| 7.0|  | 6
6 lbs.| 1,000| 7.0|  | 6
Rye Grasses or Tall Fescue| 2 lbs.| 1,000| 6.0|  | 6
4 lbs.| 1,000| 7.0|  | 6
6 lbs.| 1,000| 7.75|  | 6
Dichondra| 4 oz.| 1,000| 1.9|  | 8
8 oz.| 1,000| 2.1|  | 8
12 oz.| 1,000| 2.5|  | 8
Pensacola Bahia| 4 lbs.| 1,000| 4.5| 3.75| 7
5 lbs.| 1,000| 4.75| 4.0| 7
6 lbs.| 1,000| 5.0| 4.25| 7

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.
Spyker Spreaders will not be liable for any loss, damage or expense including, but not limited to, consequential or incidental damages, arising from the operation, condition or use of the item. The sole and exclusive remedy against Spyker Spreaders being the replacement of the defective parts. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
This express warranty, which is applicable only to the original purchase, is in lieu of and excludes all other warranties, whether expressed or implied by operation of law or otherwise, including any warranty of merchantability or fitness for particular purpose.

SPYKER SPREADERS Jeffersonville, IN 47130 USA Phone: 800.972.6130 www.spyker.com

References

• spyker.com
• Spyker Spreaders Calibration Calculator | Spyker

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