what are settings for this spreader vs scotts ?
1020933
It does have setting which are quite exact, but I can't tell you if they match up to the Scotts model. They sure look the same. I tried to match the drop rate according to the settings and matched those to Scotts. Not as accurate as perfect, but considering my square footage, I think I matched up the spreader to what the fertilizer required.
1020934
To be accurate, use the spreading information (pounds per 1000 sq.) from the bag for the product you are using. The Earthway has a chart for the setting based on the application rate. Put out nitrogen on the lawn last month and no streaks this year; very precise spread.
1020935
I have both Scotts and Earthway and the settings are different. For fertilizer, I follow the recommended settings on the fertilizer bag for different brands and types of spreaders. For seeds, it's usually trial and error for either brand. Sometimes it's the same for fertilizer. Certainly not a very exact science.
1020936
Haven't had a Scotts, but I think they are totally independant. It comes with a sheet to figure what setting to use with the size of the bag and square feet you have. The Earthway website should have the same information. Hope this helps.
1020937
Settings are Close to the same for granular fertilizer .The broadcast is superior to the Scott's. Well actually just about everything is superior to any Scott's spreader. I do commercial gardening and by far the best company I've used for spreaders is earth way.
1445628
I just used a handheld spreader. It throws about a 6' wide swath which was more that wide enough to cover my flower beds, which is where I used it.
2224333
If it were me, I would look at the drop door & measure the distance of openness between your Scotts spreader. But I don't have a Scotts, so any time I use a unknow spreader & I am trying to spread 15,000 square feet of land, I will opt for the low end of the scale no matter what size the granules are. Then I can at least hit all of my grass, & if I have more left, I just gauge what it left & do a repeat appplication, The next time, I would adjust the spreader so it puts out a tad more fertilizer.I would rather under fertilize, then do a over-kill & burn out the whole lawn!
266011
You must be talking about the screw that locks the spreader in place. There is no good reason for something to break off unless you are forcing it past the breaking point. If you determine that you didn't over tighten the screw, I would return it for a refund.
1195453
You can make the opening almost any size you wish. You adjust the openings through which the seed falls by sliding one "plate" over another...this is done with a manual setting at the top of the handle...so you can make the width of the openings any size you want, as small as you want. The length of the openings remains constant, about an inch or so. I am not familiar with clover seed but I think the spreader should be able to do what you are looking for.
429595
I have only used it for weed control granules and it works very well. The feed chute is totally adjustable so I am sure it will work. The MAIN thing you have to learn is to shut the feed off every time you stop. Otherwise the product will keep filling the broadcaster and when you start pushing again, you will have a big pile of seed or fertilizer in that spot. I learned the hard way and ended up with some burned spots. That being said, it is a very good spreader.
2061034
Hi, I believe my Optishot is pretty accurate with my woods and driver... However, it does seem to add too much distance for a really big slice....
2040880
Earth way has a "Broadcast Spreader Setting Matrix" in a PDF that you can access through the earthway web site. It has instrictions on how to calibrate the spreader depending on the coverage you want. I will copy/paste it here but don't know if Amazon allows it. http://www.earthway.com/uploads/435.pdf
1450364
I have used this spreader many times for fertilzer and grass seed. The only time I have ran into an issue is with the longer grass seed but opening up to the largest setting resolved the clogging issue. The only suggestion I would have and not to state the obvious but have you checked to see if the largest setting on the dial is actually opening the holes on the bottom all the way. It may be possible it is not assembled correctly where the holes are still partially closed even when you are on setting 10.
4934
It makes no reference to Scott's but it does provide you the translation tables to figure out the Earthway setting based on the square foot coverage of the product you are using whether it is Scott's or not. This spreader BTW is far much better quality that you would get from a Scott's comparable spreader.
2040877
There is a conversion chart included with the spreader. It is easy to use and allows you to convert any type of material for proper application rates.
2224337
hi, i don't have the manual handy, but as i recall there is a cross reference to the scotts...........this is a very well made sturdy spreader..........it has a huge hopper, so you won't need to fill many times..hope this helps
1421027
To tell you the truth I don't know. But I will tell you that the mid spreader BREAKS easily! It's pretty brittle. Had I known this before I would've saves up for Kesslers dolly kit instead, with a Hercules head
1949797
It can, but it is harder to fine tune the amount being spread. Because it is "high output" the opening can go much wider than a normal spreader but it can be closed down, just not accurately. (think of it as having an output scale of 0-100 vs 0-20)
12046
There is not much to compare the setting chart with. I have spread granular lime with a setting of 2 (heavy application) and it worked very well. For smaller seeds keep going up in settings and try various ones. For tiny seeds like grass, I would recommend you start at 10 and see how well it does, then gradually move down, notch by notch until you get your desired coverage. I would not use this to plant any serious crop other than some generic cover crop (oats, vetch, sudan grass, etc., where over and under application are not critical issues). I hope this helps.
1862428
No edge guard or hopper cover. This spreader does not broadcast out very good.
429592
If I had a large area to seed I would definitely use this spreader, utilizing one of the smaller setting numbers. You'll need to check the specs on the seed product itself for the recommended settings; if this is not easily obtainable sometimes you can contact the manufacturer (Earthway) for their guidelines. But the range of settings for the Earthway spreader makes it very versatile.