OWNER’S
MANUAL
MODEL NO.’s
ATVK-350
ATVK-370
ATVK-390
CAUTION
For Safe Operation
Read Rules And
Instructions Carefully
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PARA QUE LE TRADUZCA LAS
MEDIDAS DE SEGURIDAD.
ATV
STATEMENT
OF POLICY
Broadcast Seeder - Spreader
It is the policy of Worksaver,
Inc. to improve its products
where it is possible and practical
to do so. Worksaver, Inc.
reserves the right to make
changes or improvements in
design and construction at any
time, without incurring the oblig-
ation to make these changes on
previously manufactured units.
Safety Instructions
Tractor Preparation
Operating Instructions
Assembly & Mounting
Maintenance
Repair Parts
ATTENTION! SAFETY RULES
1. Read instruction manual and make sure all operators are knowledgeable on
correct operation of equipment and familiar with the Safety Rules of Operation.
2. Never allow riders on equipment.
3. When operating on rough or uneven terrain, use extreme caution and a safe
operating speed.
4. When spreading seed or fertilizer, always use safety goggles.
5. Never operate equipment when anyone is within 50 feet of seeder/spreader.
Before operating equipment – If you have any questions regarding the proper assembly or
operation, contact your dealer or representative.
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SAFETY INFORMATION (continued)
All equipment is potentially hazardous. There is no substitute for a cautious, safe-minded operator who
recognizes potential hazards and follows reasonable safety practices.
When the use of hand tools is required to perform any part of assembly, installation, adjustment, maintaining,
repairing, removal, or moving the implement, be sure the tools used are designed and recommended by the
tool manufacturer for that specific task.
Personal protection equipment including safety glasses, safety shoes, and gloves are recommended during
assembly, installation, operation, adjustment, maintaining, repairing, removal, or moving of the spreader.
Always use two people to handle heavy, unwieldy components during assembly, installation, removal, or
moving of the implement.
Never place any part of your body where it would be in danger if movement should occur during assembly,
installation, operation, maintaining, repairing, removal, or moving the implement.
A heavy load can cause instability of the vehicle. Use extreme care during travel. Slow down on turns and
watch out for bumps. The vehicle may need front counter-weights to counter-balance the weight of the
implement. An unstable vehicle could steer badly and possibly tip over, causing injury or death.
Never use alcoholic beverages or drugs which can hinder alertness or coordination while operating equipment.
Consult your doctor about operating tractor and implement while taking prescription medications.
Do not allow others to ride on the ATV with an operator. Riders are subject to injury such as being struck by
foreign objects or being thrown off. Riders obstruct the operator’s view resulting in unsafe operation. Never
allow anyone to ride on the implement!
Before you operate any implement, check over all pins, bolts and connections to be sure all are securely in
place. Replace any damaged or worn parts immediately.
Do not allow anyone who is not familiar with the safety rules and operation instructions to use this equipment.
Never allow children to operate or be around equipment.
Keep alert and watch the front as well as the rear when working with the attached implements.
When maneuvering close to buildings or passing through narrow areas, be sure to allow sufficient clearance
for the implement.
Do not operate close to ditches or creeks. Slow down when operating over rough ground.
Always be sure the implement is in the proper raised position when in transport.
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SAFETY INFORMATION (continued)
Never operate broadcast spreader if anyone is within 50 ft. of ATV and spreader.
Never use your hand or fingers to clear a jam of material in the feed gate. Use a clean stick or rod.
When spreading any material, always use safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields.
When spreading, always be aware of the wind direction and that it may carry the material further than normal
spread width.
Use care when working on slopes.
Do not allow tools to cause sparks when working on a battery. BATTERIES PRODUCE EXPLOSIVE
HYDROGEN GAS. A spark could cause an explosion if hydrogen gas is present.
Observe correct polarity (+ and –) on batteries.
Disconnect negative (–) cable first and connect it last.
Avoid excessive speed during operation. Use lower gear to slow forward travel.
Always shut off ATV and shift to “Park” or set brakes when leaving tractor. Remove key when leaving ATV
unattended.
Before operating equipment: if you have any questions regarding the proper assembly or operation, contact
your dealer or representative.
SAFETY SIGNS
This SAFETY SIGN is located on the seeder.
OBEY ALL SAFETY WARNINGS!
WARNING
Stay clear while
NOTE:
spinner is turning
If Safety Sign is missing or damaged,
101122
replace immediately.
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INSTRUCTIONS
With the seed gate (middle plate) in the closed position,
VEHICLE PREPARATION
place the scale plate lever in the closed position.
Retighten the adjustment bolt so that the adjustment but-
ton is tight on the control rod.
The 12 volt electric seeder can be mounted on most all
terrain vehicles.
The ATV must have a 12 volt electrical system or you
need to supply a separate 12 volt battery to power the
spreader fan motor.
Be sure tires and rims are in good condition. Inflate tires
to the proper recommended air pressure.
Move the lever and check to see that the seed gate
(middle plate) is moving with the lever.
Place the lever at the desired setting on the scale plate
and locate the stop bolt so that each time the lever is
pulled to the open position it will be at the same position.
Tighten the stop bolt.
WIRING
CAUTION!
Be sure your vehicle is in good condition and
properly equipped with counterweights if required.
Read all the safety precautions and make sure all
vehicle operators are familiar with the safety rules of
vehicle operation.
PACKING
Most ATV Broadcast Seeder-Spreaders are packaged
partially assembled in one carton consisting of: a basic
seeder unit, a scale plate with rod assembly, a mounting
frame and a mounting frame hardware kit.
Refer to the electrical schematic above. Strip approxi-
mately 1/2” of insulation from the ends of the wires and
crimp on the terminals as shown. For best results, solder
the connections using electrical grade solder. Attach the
wires to the rheostat switch and battery as shown.
ASSEMBLY & MOUNTING
NOTE: Always disconnect negative (–) cable first and
connect it last.
Lower Mounting Bracket – Turn to the drawing that
shows the mounting bracket and parts required for your
particular make and model vehicle.
Assemble the parts as shown in the drawing. We
suggest keeping all bolts loose until all bolts are in place
– then tighten all clamps and bolts securely.
CAUTION!
Always stop engine before disconnecting or
connecting battery cables or servicing battery.
Seeder Mounting – Slide the seeder/spreader unit
When properly connected, the fan should rotate in a
clockwise direction, looking down on the fan. The first
position on the rheostat switch is full speed, which will be
used for most seeding applications. The second position
is variable speed, which can be used to reduce the
spread width.
The fan motor is for use on 12 volt electrical systems.
The motor will draw approximately 3 amps full load.
Some vehicle manufactures offer electrical access plug
assemblies as a convenience for attaching auxiliary elec-
trical equipment. (Honda consent assemble D.C.
#31650-958-681).
down over the up-right on the lower mounting bracket
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4
and line up holes. Insert the / ” x 2” hex head bolt and
fasten the two together securely.
Bolt the scale plate and control rod assembly on the
front left hand corner of the main seeder frame. Two
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4
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round head / ” – 20 x / bolts are provided in the
hardware package for this. Place the end of the control
rod through the hole in the end of the seed gate control
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1
32
2
plate (middle plate) and secure with the / ” x / ” cotter
pin provided.
NOTE: If the paint on the control rod does not allow the
button to slide on the control rod, it may be necessary to
sand some of the paint off with emery paper.
To prevent polarity problems, run both wires to the
battery, rather than grounding through the chassis frame.
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INSTRUCTIONS (continued)
3. FOR BEST RESULTS use pelletized fertilizer, as it
PRE-OPERATION
has little tendency to lump and cause little or no dust.
• Know your controls and how to stop ATV, engine, or
pickup quickly in an emergency. READ THIS
MANUAL AND THE ONE PROVIDED WITH YOUR
ATV.
4. Be sure to sift or break up lumps found in some types
of granular fertilizer before filling hopper.
5. Do not use on windy days, especially when spread-
ing fine grass seed.
• To avoid accident or injury, do not allow anyone to
operate this equipment without proper instructions.
Any person who operates this equipment must be
instructed in and be capable of the safe operation of
the ATV, implement and all controls.
6. Use of herbicides (especially Broadleaf weed killers)
is NOT RECOMMENDED as there is a possibility of
wind drift or over throw of material
• Do not allow children to operate this machine.
7. For best results, cover area twice over a one-half
recommended material usage rate, the second time
over to run halfway between first spreading width or
in a criss-cross pattern. This method allows the most
complete and even coverage as well as to give
operator a chance to adjust gate setting to compen-
sate for too thin or too heavy a covering the first time
over.
• Always wear relatively tight and belted clothing to
avoid entanglement in moving parts. Wear sturdy,
rough-soled work shoes and protective equipment for
eyes, hands, and hearing. Never operate ATV in bare
feet, sandals, or sneakers.
• Operate only in daylight or good artificial light.
8. The spreader will not work with rock salt. It will
spread granular calcium chloride if dry and free-
flowing.
• Ensure implement is properly mounted, adjusted and
in good operating condition.
• Be sure that all safety shielding and safety signs are
properly installed and in good condition.
9. When broadcasting fertilizer, always start vehicle in
motion before opening feed gate. (Do not allow
vehicle to sit stationary with feed gate open.) If ferti-
lizer is accidentally deposited too heavily in a small
area, soak down thoroughly with garden hose or
sprinkler to prevent burning.
OPERATION
10. The fan speed may be adjusted by turning the vari-
able speed control.
Your ATV Broadcast Seeder-Spreader can be used to
broadcast most seed (except those planted in rows) – as
well as all granular fertilizers. In winter you can control
ice and snow by broadcast spreading granular ice control
materials. See Operational Spreading Chart.
The ATV Broadcast Seeder-Spreader does not have an
agitator in the seed hopper. Some bearded seeds (such
as fescue and bromegrass) can bridge over the seed
gate opening and cause erratic seed flow which will
result in skips and misses in the spread pattern.
The above problem can be helped by mixing the seed
with dry sand (50/50 mix – then adjust seed gate accord-
ingly to compensate).
The amount of seed or fertilizer broadcast depends
on the size of the hopper opening and the speed of
the vehicle. The table shown in an approximate
guide based on a vehicle speed of 4 M.P.H. or 8
M.P.H., so adjust for different speeds.
1. Check the register of the control lever with the seed
gate (material gate). With the seed gate closed, the
control lever indicator should so indicate. If it does not,
you can adjust the adjustment button on the control
rod.
SPREADING INSTRUCTIONS
1. The opening in the hopper bottom is regulated by the
control lever. The size of the opening is determined by
the calibrated scale. Place the control lever at the
desired setting and adjust the stop bolt.
2. DO NOT FILL HOPPER (especially with fertilizer) and
transport over long distances, as it may result in pack-
ing, causing poor or erratic discharge.
2. Check rate chart for suggested setting for material
type to be spread.
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INSTRUCTIONS (continued)
If twice over spread is used as recommended, and
SPREADING INSTRUCTIONS (cont.)
area is not too large, it is advisable to put approxi-
mately one-half of material in hopper. This will give an
approximate check of rate usage and will allow for
adjustments after first time over.
CAUTION!
5. You are now ready to make a trial run to assure
accurate results. Close the gate and put in a pre-
determined amount of the material to be spread.
Spread this and check the results. Make final adjust-
ments to obtain desired results.
KEEP ALL PERSONS AWAY FROM THE ROTATING
SPREADERS FAN! NEVER OPERATE WHEN ANY-
ONE IS WITHIN 50 FEET OF SEEDER/SPREADER.
CAUTION!
Do not attempt to use your fingers to clear a jam.
Accidental closing of the feed gate could pinch or
amputate a finger. Be sure that the electric motor is
shut off and the power is disconnected before doing
any adjustment or repair.
MAINTENANCE
You ATV Broadcast Seeder-Spreader is relatively main-
tenance free. We do make these suggestions:
1. Hopper – The high density Polyethylene hopper is
impervious to acids, alkalis and salt. There is no rust
or corrosion. We do suggest that you clean the
Hopper after use for good housekeeping.
3. Width of spread depends upon the motor speed and
the weight of the material. The heavier the material,
the wider the spread. The table shows width of spread
at full fan rpm, so the width will vary according to the
speed of your motor. The rheostat switch can be used
to slow the speed of the fan in order to obtain a nar-
row spread width.
2. Storage – After using Broadcaster, remove from vehi-
cle and clean thoroughly. DO NOT USE WATER on
Electric Drive Unit as it might harm electric motor.
Wipe clean with brush or rag and apply a light amount
of oil to opening gate slide to prevent sticking, and to
ALL bearings. Do not over-oil. Store broadcast upside
down in a dry location.
For accurate spreading, calibrate your ATV to oper-
ate at the desired speed. A calibrated speedometer is
the best and most accurate. If your vehicle does not
have a speedometer or its accuracy is questionable,
then you may calibrate in the following manner:
3. Before using, you should check to make sure that all
nuts and bolts and set screws are tight.
Set out two markers 88 feet apart. Select proper gear
and adjust throttle speed to give the following travel
time as shown between the markers.
Paint any bare metal or rusty spots for longer life.
1 MPH will travel 88 feet in 60 seconds
4 MPH will travel 88 feet in 15 seconds
6 MPH will travel 88 feet in 11.2 seconds
8 MPH will travel 88 feet in 7.5 seconds
WARNING!! When washing the seeder,
completely cover the motor to protect it
from water or corrosive solutions. If the
motor is not protected, damage may occur.
(A plastic bag tied securely works well.)
After adjusting throttle setting to give speed as
desired, mark throttle position in some convenient
manner to indicate selected speed. NOTE: After
selecting speed, be sure vehicle engine is running fast
enough for generator to properly charge battery. On
some vehicles it may be necessary to operate in a
lower gear to maintain an adequate engine speed for
charging battery.
4. Set seed gate opening stop for material to be used
according to the selected ground speed and for once
or twice over application (twice over recommended),
tighten gate stop securely on calibrated seed plate.
OBEY ALL
SAFETY WARNINGS!
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INSTRUCTIONS (continued)
NOTE:
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Since there is no agitator in the seed hopper, these materials will bridge at narrow seed gate settings and
cause erratic seeding rates. If bridging occurs at wider seed gate settings, cleaning the seed or blending with
a small dense seed such as clover may help. A mix of dry sand with the seed (50/50 mix) can sometimes solve
the problem.
OPERATIONAL SPREADING CHART (Calibrated at 4 MPH ground speed)
The spread width indicated on this chart is possible if spinner is operated 30 inches above the
ground. Seeder should be level or tilted forward slightly.
NOTE:
Spread Chart settings are approximate – always make trial run to check actual application rate.
The amount of seed or fertilizer broadcast depends on the size of the hopper opening and the speed of the vehicle.
The table shown is an approximate guide based on a forward speed of 4 MPH, so adjust for different speeds. A for-
ward speed of 8 mph will cut above rates by one half. A speed of 6 mph will change rates by 75%.
HELPFUL TROUBLE-SHOOTING TIPS
1. Not feeding even –
C. Set screw loose or missing on fan hub.
D. Too windy for material being spread.
A. Seed gate opening may be set too close for the
material being spread. To overcome, set the open-
ing larger and driver faster to obtain same spread
rate.
E. Operator not spacing spread runs properly for
correct overlap.
For best results, cover area twice over at one-half
recommended material usage rate, the second
time over to run halfway between first spreading
width or in a criss-cross pattern. This method
allows the most complete and even coverage, as
well as to give operator a chance to adjust gate
setting to compensate for too thin or too heavy a
covering the first time over.
B. Check material for foreign matter or lumps.
2. Poor spread –
A. Spreader fan speed too slow (under 520 rpm) will
result in a narrow spread.
B. Bent or broken fan blades.
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ATVK-350
MOUNTING KIT
PARTS LIST
ATVK-370
MOUNTING KIT
PARTS LIST
ATVK-390
MOUNTING KIT
PARTS LIST
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ATV BROADCAST SEEDER-SPREADER
PARTS DRAWING
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ATV BROADCAST SEEDER-SPREADER PARTS LIST
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Please work, drive, play and live each day with
care and concern for your safety and that of your
family and fellow citizens.
OWNER’S
MANUAL
MAKE EVERY DAY
A HOLIDAY FROM ACCIDENTS
MODEL NO.’s
ATVK-350
ATVK-370
ATVK-390
ATV Broadcast Seeder - Spreader
WORKSAVER LIMITED WARRANTY
W orksaver warrants its implements, parts and accessories to be free from defects
in materials and workmanship for a period of six (6) months from date of purchase.
Upon written approval, W orksaverwill repair or exchange without charge any part,
which upon examination by W orksaver or its authorized agent, shall disclose to be
defective.
WHEN ORDERING
REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS
GIVE THE FOLLOWING
INFORMATION:
This does not apply to (1) parts that have worn out in normal use, (2) parts broken
because of improper assembly or operation by the customer, (3) parts accidentally
damaged, (4) failure of parts traceable to improper care, (5) parts failing through use
of implement for purposes other than those for which it was designed.
The obligations assumed by W orksaverand the limitations expressed herein are in
lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied.
1. PART NUMBER
2. PART DESCRIPTION
3. MODEL NUMBER
4. NAME OF ITEM
FEBRUARY 2000
WS-SS006-OG
WORKSAVER, INC.
P.O. BOX 100 LITCHFIELD, IL 62056-0100 (217) 324-5973
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