EarthWay FLEX-SELECT F130 Series Assembly And Operating Instructions Manual

F80 & F130 FLEX-SELECT

®

 Series

Adaptable Broadcast Spreader 

Assembly and Operating Instructions

9-2014 Pt# F52157       PAGE 1

WARNING

Do not use air tools to assemble.  

To prevent seizing coat all bolts 

with a wax or grease prior to 

installation.

PLEASE CONTACT US: IF YOU ARE MISSING ANY PARTS, HAVE ANY DIFFICULTY IN ASSEMBLY, OR HAVE ANY 

QUESTIONS REGARDING THE SAFE OPERATION OF THIS SPREADER.   THIS MODEL INCLUDES LIFETIME 

TECHNICAL SUPPORT.  

SUPPORT HOT LINE: 574-848-7491 or 800-294-0671, email: techsupport@earthway.com

HELPFUL HINTS: 

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If your spreader does not spread evenly, be sure the FRONT on the gear box points to the front of the spreader.  The 

impeller must turn clockwise.  Reversing the gearbox will cause the impeller to turn counter clockwise.  Clean the impeller 

after each use as some fertilizer may become stuck on the impeller blades and will cause uneven spreading.

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Your spreader is designed to be pushed at three miles per hour, which is a brisk walking speed.  Slower or faster speeds 

will change the spread patterns.  Wet fertilizer will also change the spread pattern and flow rate.  

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Clean and dry your spreader thoroughly after each use, wash between the shut-off plate and bottom of the hopper 

regularly.  To prevent rust, coat all metal parts (inside and out) including the frame tubes with a light oil, silicon spray, or 

Fluid Film

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Gears are permanently lubricated at the factory.  Do not open the gearbox or dirt may enter.

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When using 

Rock Salt to prevent damage to the gearbox remove salt from the hopper daily.  Rock Salt will reconstitute 

back into a solid block if left in the hopper overnight and will damage your gearbox if pushed with the salt in place.

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Remove all parts, hardware, and assemblies from carton 

and lay them out on the floor to help in assembly. 

Below are tools needed for assembly - 7/16”  

wrench, ratchet and 7/16” socket, and pliers.

The following photos are for assembly 

purposes, and please follow them from left to 

right, top to bottom.

Download a color version of this 

manual online at www.earthway.com 

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