How to Calibrate Scotts Speedygreen 2000 Lawn Spreader
- Close the spreader's dispenser and pour the fertilizer or other lawn amendment into the hopper.
- Move the spreader-rate knob to the correct setting for your amendment.
- Walk the spreader to a corner of the tarp and open the dispenser.
- Pour the fertilizer from the tarp into the plastic container.
How do you calibrate a Scotts Turf Builder drop spreader?
How to Calibrate the Scotts Turf Builder Classic Drop Spreader IT IS NECESSARY TO CALIBRATE YOUR SPREADER BEFORE USE OR IT MAY SPREAD THE INCORRECT AMOUNT OF PRODUCT. Set Micrometer • Turn micrometer until “8” is centered in window.
How do you use a Scott's Speedy Green spreader?
For example, to spread material at 2.25 lbs. per 1,000 square feet, set your Scott's Speedy Green 2000 to 3.75. Set the knob at 7.0 to spread at 4.6 lbs. per 1,000 square feet. Walk the spreader to a corner of the tarp and open the dispenser.
How do you use a Scotts window spreader micrometer?
Set Micrometer • Turn micrometer until “8” is centered in window. Position Spreader • Stand the spreader on its handle with the Scotts logo facing away from you. • Press gently with your foot on the control lever and observe the position of the shutoff bar.
Why do I need to calibrate my spreader?
It's important to calibrate the spreader after assembly to ensure the proper amount of fertilizer is dispersed on the lawn. Failure to calibrate the spreader might lead to untreated or over-fertilized spots on the lawn, resulting in an uneven appearance. Turn the micrometer to setting six.
How do I calibrate my lawn spreader?
1:434:12How To Calibrate A Broadcast Spreader - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipAdd enough fertilizer to the spreader hopper to allow you to make a short run down the test area setMoreAdd enough fertilizer to the spreader hopper to allow you to make a short run down the test area set the spreader to the middle setting and start spreading at your normal walking speed.
How do you calculate drop spreader settings?
Calibrating Your SpreaderDivide 100 by the square foot the bag of fertilizer covers.Multiply the weight of the bag by this number.The answer is the amount of fertilizer needed to cover 100 sq. ft.Place this amount in the spreader.Mark off a 10 ft. x 10 ft. area.Apply using the suggested setting.
How do you use the Scotts Classic drop spreader?
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What number do I set my Scotts broadcast spreader to?
For a pushed broadcast spreader, Scotts recommends a setting of 2 1/4 when overseeding and a bare-lawn setting of 4. For application with a handheld broadcast spreader, use a setting of 3 when overseeding and 4 when planting a bare lawn.
What setting should I use on my Scotts spreader for grass seed?
When using a Scotts rotary spreader, a setting of 6 1/4 is recommended for overseeding. Use the same setting for new lawns or on bare spot repairs; however, Scotts recommends going over the area twice. With a Scotts drop spreader, use a setting of 9 1/2 when overseeding and 15 for new lawns or to patch bare spots.
How does a drop spreader work?
How it works: Unlike a broadcast spreader, which casts materials outward, a drop spreader drops the product directly underneath as you push it, so you can be much more precise about the target area.
Are drop spreaders good?
Drop spreaders are great for putting down applications around areas that have lots of obstacles. They are excellent at spreading an application precisely. For example, if you are spreading weed control and you don't want to get it in your plant beds, a drop spreader can produce a perfect “edge” of the application.
Is a drop or broadcast spreader better?
A broadcast spreader will take extra care to make sure different parts of the lawn receive an even coverage. A drop spreader, as previously mentioned, is more precise because it doesn't broadcast the granular product or seed and doesn't change the amount spread based on a changing walking pace.
How do you spread grass seed with drop spreader?
Position your drop spreader near the edge of your yard and press the lever to engage it. Walk at a normal pace around the perimeter of your lawn to sow grass seed all along the edge.
How do you calibrate a fertilizer spreader?
Calibrating a spreader involves measuring the product output of a spreader over a specific area so that it can continue to be reliably used. You may need a scale for weighing the material to accurately calibrate and measure product output. Place this amount in the spreader. Mark off the area.
How do you set up a Scotts broadcast spreader?
0:051:32How to Use a Scotts® Broadcast Spreader on Your Lawn - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipAt a steady pace apply a header strip counterclockwise. Around the outside edge of your lawn. ThenMoreAt a steady pace apply a header strip counterclockwise. Around the outside edge of your lawn. Then turn off the edge guard. And apply going back and forth inside the header strip in the longest.
What do the spreader settings mean?
A spreader setting is the rate in which you apply product to your lawn. Each Jonathan Green product has recommended rates of application and coverage based on bag size. The application rate is defined as the amount of material applied per unit area of land.
Why calibrate a lawn spreader?
It's important to calibrate the spreader after assembly to ensure the proper amount of fertilizer is dispersed on the lawn. Failure to calibrate the spreader might lead to untreated or over-fertilized spots on the lawn, resulting in an uneven appearance.
What is a Scotts AccuGreen 1000?
The Scotts AccuGreen 1000 drop spreader allows you to apply fertilizer to your lawn precisely and evenly with an 18-inch wide path. It works well for smaller lawns or those with obstacles such as flowerbeds that you don't want to cover with fertilizer.
Step 1
Close the spreader's dispenser and pour the fertilizer or other lawn amendment into the hopper. Spread out the 100-square-foot tarp so it is completely flat. If needed, pin the tarp to the ground with the stakes to hold it in place.
Step 2
Move the spreader-rate knob to the correct setting for your amendment. For example, to spread material at 2.25 lbs. per 1,000 square feet, set your Scott's Speedy Green 2000 to 3.75. Set the knob at 7.0 to spread at 4.6 lbs. per 1,000 square feet.
Step 3
Walk the spreader to a corner of the tarp and open the dispenser. Walk back and forth in parallel rows over the tarp as you would if you were applying the fertilizer to your lawn. Try not to overlap. Gather up the tarp, being careful not to spill any of the fertilizer.
Step 4
Pour the fertilizer from the tarp into the plastic container. Weigh the container and the fertilizer. Record the weight. Pour out the fertilizer and weigh only the container. Record the weight.
Step 5
Subtract the weight of the container from the weight of the container and the fertilizer. This is the weight of the fertilizer you spread over 100 square feet. Multiply this weight by 10 for the rate per 1,000 square feet. This is the application rate for that setting and that amendment.
Step 6
Repeat the steps to determine the application rate if you needed to change the setting for different products.
