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WARNING
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 84600 Broadcast hand seeder is preassembled at our factory, leaving only the crank handle for
you to attach. To attach, turn crank handle onto crank shaft in a clockwise motion. There is no need to tighten
the handle, just use your Broadcast hand seeder and it will tighten automatically. This completes the assembly
process. (SEE FIGURE A)
FIGURE A
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1) Identify the appropriate setting for the type of seed you will be spreading using the chart on the following
page (this convenient chart is also located on the underside of your Broadcast Seeder). Line up the Setting
Indicator to the setting required and then use the control lever to lock the setting in place by tightening the
wing nut. (SEE FIGURE B)
2) Make sure the slide Gate is closed before filling seed bag.
3) Fill Broadcaster bag with seed or fertilizer to 1/2 to 3/4 full.
4) Place shoulder strap over shoulder. Place the Broadcast Seeder against hip.
5) Crank the handle maintaining a steady clockwise motion and walk at a consistent pace to spread the seed
evenly. Then open the Slide Gate by pulling back on the setting indicator to the previously adjusted setting.
6) To close the Slide Gate, simply press down on the Control Lever to release.
