- Republic EZ Broadcast 75450: 4½. These spreader settings are approximate. If your spreader is not listed above, determine if you have a rotary or drop spreader; then, looking at the dial on your spreader, check the span of numbers on the dial. Referring to the list above, find a rotary or drop spreader (depending upon which one you have.
- Determining Spreader Settings Improper spreader settings may result in uneven fertilization, turf injury, inadequate pest control, and a waste of time and money. When using a LESCO product, find the designated setting listed on the bag and then cross reference that number to your particular spreader type using the charts below.
- When using their drop spreader, use a setting of 9 1/2 for overseeding and 18 for new seeding. Agway also offers a tall fescue grass seed. When using either their rotary spreader or an Earthway rotary spreader, a setting of 14 is recommended for overseeding, and 17 for a new lawn.
- HOW MUCH TO USE See spreader settings F2414 Information regarding the contents and levels of metals in this product is available REPUBLIC EZ DROP (#530) SCOTTS ACCUGREEN 1000, 2000 SCOTTS ACCUGREEN 3000 SEARS DROP VIGORO DROP (#DS4000V, DS4500RD) 80 80 80 825 80 30 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A 75 75 70 75 75.
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Calibrating Your Spreader. Divide 100 by the square foot the bag of fertilizer covers 2. Multiply the weight of the bag by this number 3. The answer is the amount of fertilizer needed to cover 100 sq. Place this amount in the spreader 5. Mark off a 10 ft. Apply using the suggested setting.
The following chart is meant to provide general guidance when an actual setting is not available. Be aware, the age and condition of the spreader may affect the flow of the product. The spreader may also need to be calibrated to get the proper coverage.
Calibrating Your Spreader
Republic Ez Drop Spreader Settings
1. Divide 100 by the square foot the bag of fertilizer covers
2. Multiply the weight of the bag by this number
3. The answer is the amount of fertilizer needed to cover 100 sq. ft.
4. Place this amount in the spreader
5. Mark off a 10 ft. x 10 ft. area
6. Apply using the suggested setting
Example
If the fertilizer bag weighs 25 lbs. and covers 5,000 square feet:
100 sq. ft.
———— x 25 lbs. = ½ lb.
5,000 sq. ft.
- ½ lb. of product is needed to cover 100 square feet.
Troubleshooting
- If the fertilizer runs out before completing the area, decrease the setting. Mark off another 10’ x 10’ area and repeat the test until the correct application rate is achieved.
- If there is product remaining in the spreader, increase the setting. Mark off another 10’ x 10’ area and repeat the test until the correct application rate is achieved.
Rotary Spreaders | |||
| Spreader Range | Setting: 3 lbs. / 1,000 sq. ft. | Setting: 4 lbs. / 1,000 sq. ft. | Setting: 5 lbs. / 1,000 sq. ft. |
| 1-10 | 2 ½ | 3 ½ | 4 |
| 1-18 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
| 1-24 | 14 | 16 | 18 |
| 1-40 | 25 | 30 | 33 |
Drop Spreaders | |||
| Spreader Range | Setting: 3 lbs. / 1,000 sq. ft. | Setting: 4 lbs. / 1,000 sq. ft. | Setting: 5 lbs. / 1,000 sq. ft. |
| 1-12 | 2 | 3 ⅕ | 4 ½ |
| 1-20 | 4 | 5 | 6 |
| 1-30 | 13 | 15 | 17 |
Improper spreader settings can lead to a waste of time and money if too much product is used and callbacks from customers if too little product is dispersed. Starting with the appropriate setting for your specific machine will help. When using a LESCO product, find the designated setting listed on the bag and then cross reference that number to your particular spreader type using the attached documents.
Keep in mind that labeled settings on the product bag and those listed within the charts are approximate and should be used as a starting point only. Many factors influence product delivery rate including but not limited to regularity of calibration, operator walking speed, maintenance history of spreader, and weather conditions.
Contact your SiteOne® branch to inquire about spreader settings for equipment not listed or for additional technical support.
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