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What do the numbers mean on Scotts rotary spreader?

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What do the numbers mean on Scotts rotary spreader?

For fertilizer spreaders the numbers usually represent the amount of fertilizer that is to be applied over a specific square feet of land.

What setting should my spreader be on?

Set your spreader so that it’s ¾ open when engaged. If, for example, the spreader is calibrated 1 to 20, set it at 15. Place eight pounds of Milorganite into the spreader’s hopper. This is about one-fifth bag, or 8 lbs., of Milorganite, which is equivalent to 24 cups.

What setting for Scotts hand-held spreader?

Scotts Easy Hand-Held Broadcast Spreader

  • Great for applying grass seed and fertilizer – or ice-melting products in winter to small yards.
  • Holds up to 1,000 sq.
  • Spreader Settings:
  • For fine grass seed (Blue, Rye, Fescue), use setting 1.
  • For coarser seed (Tall Fescue), use setting 2.
  • For light fertilizer, use setting 3.

How are spreader settings calculated?

Calibrating Your Spreader

  • Divide 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 calibrate a super spreader?

How to Calibrate a Spreader

  1. Determine the amount of fertilizer needed for 100 sq. ft. For example, the fertilizer bag weighs 25 lbs. and covers 5,000 sq.
  2. Place this amount in the spreader.
  3. Mark off the area. For a rotary spreader, use a 10-foot by 10-foot area (100 sq. ft).
  4. Apply using the suggested setting.

What is Edge guard on Scotts spreader?

EdgeGuard blocks off the right side of the spreader pattern to prevent product from spreading onto non-lawns areas.

What’s the setting on Scotts Turf Builder Edge Guard DLX?

Scotts turf builder edge guard DLX – set spreader to “4”. A 9/13th drill bit should fit tight/snugly inside the opening when handle is pressed. Those numbers aren’t how many pounds per 1,000. They’re just a setting number.

Where can I find the spreader settings for Scotts Turf Builder?

Spreader settings can be found on the “Details & Usage” tab for that product. Or, visit the spreader settings tool. Spreader settings for Scotts® lawn food can be found on product packages and the product information pages. Click here for the Scotts® Turf Builder® Lawn Food product page.

What’s the best setting for Scotts Speedy Green 2000?

Scotts speedy green 2000 – Put it on “2” setting. “Squeeze trigger against handle. The calibration line on the top of the shut off plate should be aligned with the back edge of the hopper opening.” Or basically, pull the handle to open the hole, and watch for a small line on the black opener to be alighted with the green hopper.