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OWNER’S MANUAL STARTING SERIAL #: L109-351001
MODEL NO.
TowTow-Behind Spreader
12900
80 lb Capacity
IMPORTANT Read and follow all Safety Precautions and Instructions Before Operating this Equipment.
Rev 09-351
P.O. BOX 67, WARRENSBURG, MISSOURI 64093
PHONE 660-747-8183 FAX 660-747-8650
Manufacturing quality lawn care equipment since 1945 13697 REV 09-351
Made In
CHINA
LIMITED WARRANTY The manufacturer’s warranty to the original consumer purchaser is: This product is free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase by the original consumer purchaser. We will repair or replace, at our discretion, parts found to be defective due to materials or workmanship. This warranty is subject to the following limitations and exclusions: 1) Commercial Use Warranty period for any product used for commercial or rental is limited to ninety (90) days from date of original purchase. 2) Limitations
This warranty applies only to products which have been properly assembled, adjusted, and operated in accordance with the instructions contained within this manual. This warranty does not apply to any product of Super4ce Products., that has been subject to alteration, misuse, abuse, improper assembly or installation, or shipping damage.
3) Exclusions
Excluded from this warranty are normal wear, normal adjustments, and normal maintenance.
In the event you have a claim under this warranty, you must return the product to an authorized service dealer. All transportation charges, damage, or loss incurred during transportation of parts submitted for replacement or repair under this warranty shall be borne by the purchaser. Should you have any questions concerning this warranty, please contact us toll-free at 1-651-330-2038. The model number, serial number, date of purchase, and the name of the authorized Super4ce dealer from whom you purchased the mower will be needed before any warranty claim can be processed. THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES AND ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED TO THE SAME TIME PERIODS STATED HEREIN FOR ALL EXPRESSED WARRANTIES. Some states do not allow the limitation of consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty may last, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights, which vary from state-to-state. This is a limited warranty as defined by the Magnuson-Moss Act of 1975.
This Safety Alert Symbol indicates important messages in this manual. When you see this symbol, carefully read the message that follows and be alert to the possibility of personal injury
•Keep the operating speed LOW !! Do not operate over 5 MPH (8 KPH) •Be sure that the area is clear before operating. Children are often attracted to the machine and operating activity. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them. Keep children under the watchful care of another responsible adult. •Read this manual and learn to operate this equipment safely. •Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object. Repair if necessary before restarting. •Dress properly. Do not operate when bare foot or wearing open sandals. •Do not operate while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. •Operate attachments up and down slopes. There is a significant risk of overturns when operating across slopes •Oil or grease moving parts as required.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 1.
Always wear safety glasses, a dust mask, and proper clothing to avoid contact with any chemicals or dangerous materials that are being applied by this spreader.
2.
Always remove any contents that are in the spreader’s hopper before attaching, detaching, or lifting the unit.
3.
Always refer to the load rating for the towing vehicle which should be located in the vehicle’s owners manual. Make sure that the weight of the unit plus the weight of the contents in the hopper do not exceed that of the vehicles recommended load rating.
4.
To avoid damage to this unit and prevent personal injury NEVER load the hopper heavier than the maximum limit specified.
5.
Stay clear of all moving and spinning parts of this unit.
6.
Always follow directions from the package of the material you are applying with this unit.
7.
This unit is not designed to spread sand or gravel. These abrasive materials can cause premature failure of the unit.
Operating Instructions 1.
After assembling unit, attach to the hitch of ATV or lawn tractor.
2.
Read and follow directions on the package of the material being spread by this unit.
3.
Fill hopper with desired material to be spread by this unit not exceeding maximum load of 80lbs.
4.
Adjust the handle (Ref. #7) on the gauge assembly (Ref. #3) so that it is at the desired setting. Then tighten the wing nut (Ref. #5) on the gauge assembly to set the desired opening. This allows the driver to set the opening to the same place each time of use.
5.
Begin to tow the unit to initiate spreading.
6.
Oil or grease axle/moving parts periodically depending on usage.
7.
Always clean and dry entire unit after each use to avoid rust and corrosion from fertilizers/chemicals used.
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Carton Contents
NO.
PART NAME
QTY.
NO.
PART NAME
QTY.
A
Hopper Assembly Frame
1
D
Wheels
2
B
Hitch Tongue Assembly
1
E
Hopper Assembly
1
C
Hitch Brace
2
F
Rain Cover
1
4
Hardware Contents
NO.
PART NAME
QTY.
NO.
PART NAME
QTY.
G
Hex Bolt M6×40
4
M
Flat Washer Ø6
5
H
Hex Bolt M6×35
2
N
Flat Washer Ø16
5
I
Inside Hex Bolt M5×45
1
O
Wheel Axle Sleeve
2
J
Cotter Pin Ø5×35
1
P
Inside Bushing
2
K
Lock Nut M6
7
Q
R Pin
1
L
Lock Nut M5
1 5
4 ea. 16mm Dia. Flat washers to be used as required for spacing the wheels on the axle.
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Parts List – 80 lb. Spreader P/N 12900 ITEM
DESCRIPTION
PART NUMBER
QTY.
1
Hopper
16380
1
2
R Pin Ø3×75
16381
2
3
Center Sleeve
16382
1
4
Hex Bolt M6×40mm
13667
1
5
Flat Washer Ø 6mm
13656
7
6
Nylon Washer
13817
1
7
Adjustable Stop Plate
16383
1
8
Carriage Bolt M6×25mm
13663
1
9
Rain Cover
16384
1
10
Adjustment Plate
16385
1
11
Big Washer Ø4mm
13638
1
12
Pan Head Screw Ø4×12
16386
2
13
Lock Nut M6
11995
3
14
Hex Bolt M6×35mm
13794
1
15
Cross Tube
16387
1
16
Shaft Support Plate
16388
1
17
Frame Tube
16389
2
18
Wheel
16390
1
19
Wheel Axle Sleeve
16391
1
20
Inside Bushing
16392
1
21
Outside Bushing
16393
1
22
Bushing
16394
1
23
Pan Head Bolt M4×20
13779
1
24
Cotter Pin Ø5×35mm
12457
1
25
Sprocket Shaft Bushing
16395
1
26
Lock Pin Ø3×15mm
13779
1
27
Sprocket Shaft
16396
1
28
Pinion Gear
16397
1
NOTE: If you have questions, problems, or missing parts please call our customer service before returning to your retailer. Contact us at 1-800-222-8183, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday-Friday CST. 7
Parts List – 80 lb. Spreader P/N 12900 ITEM
DESCRIPTION
PART NUMBER
QTY.
29
Inside Hex Bolt M5×45
13780
1
30
Lock Pin Ø4×30mm
13802
2
31
Axle
16398
1
32
Lock Nut M5
11994
1
33
Flat Washer Ø16mm
13778
7
34
Slotted Gear
16399
1
35
Connecting Rod
16400
1
36
Hex Nut M6
NB725
1
37
Torsional Spring
16401
1
38
Transition Connect Plate
16402
1
39
Interlock Plate Ass'y
16403
1
40
Hitch Brace
16404
2
41
Hex Bolt M6×20mm
13788
3
42
Hex Bolt M8×20mm
NB719
1
43
Hitch Tongue
16405
1
44
Pin Ø12×65mm
13644
1
45
Hitch Bracket
16406
2
46
R pin Ø3mm
13647
1
47
Spreader Plate
16407
1
48
Arm Grip
16408
1
49
Flow Control Arm
16409
1
50
Connect Plate
16410
1
51
Wing Nut
13813
1
52
Sleeve
13812
1
53
Graduation Sticker
16411
1
54
Flow Control Mount Plate
16412
1
55
Flat Washer Ø8mm
13822
1
56
Lock Nut M8
12221
1
NOTE: If you have questions, problems, or missing parts please call our customer service before returning to your retailer. Contact us at 1-800-222-8183, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday-Friday CST. 8
PRE-ASSEMBLY NOTES/TIPS: Read all instructions before beginning assembly. Do not tighten any connections until assembly is finished.
Step 1. Insert the sprocket shaft (Item 27) up through the hole in the bottom of the hopper (Item 1). Place the hair pin through the hole in the top of the sprocket shaft.
Screw #40 Step 2. Insert the end of the flow control connecting rod (Item 35) through the slotted opening in the adjustment plate (Item 10).
Adjustment Plate
Connecting Rod
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Step 3. Secure the hopper to the frame using 4 ea. M6 X 40mm hex bolts (Item 4), 4 ea. flat washers (Item 5), and 4 ea. M6 lock nuts (Item 13). Make sure to place the washer in between the head of the hex bolt and the plastic hopper. Insert all four hex bolts through the frame before tightening any of the nuts. Once the hopper is in position with all four bolts completely through the frame, securely tighten all of the lock nuts.
M6 X 40 MM Hex Bolts w/ Washers
M6 X 40 MM Hex Bolts w/ Washers
Step 4. Align the holes in the hitch brackets (Item 45) with the holes in the hitch tongue (Item 43). Insert 2 ea. M6 X 40mm hex bolts (Item 4) completely through all three pieces. Fasten securely with 2 ea. M6 lock nuts (Item 13). M6 X 40 MM Hex Bolts
Hitch Tongue
Hitch Brackets
Final Step: Tighten Connections Now, tighten all connections to stabilize assembled parts on the spreader. Use caution not to over tighten connections noted in Step #1 and Step #8. 10
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MODEL NO. 12900
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HOW TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS: All spreader parts listed herein may be ordered directly from Swisher Mower & Machine Co. Inc. or your nearest Swisher dealer. Color cannot be guaranteed on service parts.
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SWISHER MOWER & MACHINE CO. INC. 1602 CORPORATE DRIVE WARRENSBURG, MO 64093 IMPORTANT Read and follow all Safety Precautions and Instructions
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