Does the actuating gate open and close well when unit is full of fertilizer? My cheap Scott's spreader stays open even when I release handle. Thanks
178495
This unit does not have an actuating gate like the cheap spreaders. This is a straight throttle cable NOT a spring loaded cable. The ones on the Scott spreaders generally stay open when you hold the handle and spring back when you let go. If anything is in the way it can stay open. This is a straight throttle cable where you push the handle to open it and pull it back when you want to close it. Some people feel it is a drawback since it isn't as convenient when working in small areas.
178496
Haven't used it this year but as I recall it worked pretty well the last two.
178497
I have a small yard which only requires one bag. But it does stay closed. I like this model for the air filled wheels. Sorry
178498
My husband said, "Well, of course." And we lend it to neighbors, too. It's apparently a really good one.
1615872
We have this gate and it stays open against the wall when we're not using it, it doesn't automatically close.
198376
It stays fully open. It will click when it is fully opened and remains in place. We have had no problems with ours.
792982
This gate has *no* automatic closures. You slide a thumb switch, then pull up on the gate and it will swing in or out. It may sound complex, but the whole maneuver is very intuitive.
1670802
I have used the spreader twice w/o any issues whatsoever. I did not notice any trapped material. I would purchase the exact same spreader again.
712236
Not at all. We purchased this item and after several months of use we have not had any noise issues or grinding from lifting the gate.
792985
you have to push it closed...it moves easily tho and is easy to latch w one hand...looks great. great gate. higher than most too for when they start climbing.
146560
No, it won't automatically close. There's a hinge and you have to lift the gate an inch or so and place it into the lock (which is easy to do).
962490
Yes, there is a switch to close gate automatically. there is also a timer to set the close time.
2102076
The key is the tension. Too loose and the gate doesn't quite lock, too tight and it's hard to open/close. Remember that you have to lift it once you unlock it, and if the lifting action is where the problem is maybe a little WD40 can solve the issue.
710750
Gate doesn't automatically shut. You need to shut it yourself. Stays open if u like and I have 2 cats and they fit right between bars.
1875218
The gate opens in both directions, but latches when it swings closed so it does not swing past closed
1514113
no problem with wind opening the gate, but my actuator has come-off the spiral drive and no longer works, i think it may have happened after some of the nuts and bolts worked themselves loose and took the gate off the 90 degrees setting.
87708
No it does not have that option. The spring that closes the gate is fairly strong and will snap back quickly if you don't hold the gate open, especially if you use the foot petal. I think you could rig something to keep it open, but nothing comes with it to keep it open.
2028146
I did not have that problem. What problem I DID have was trying to use it to plant a large area (corn). If the seed bed is PERFECTLY firm (not hard) and smooth (as in a VERY SMALL garden)... it worked (for me) fine. If there were ANY "clumps" or uneven ground, however, it pretty much rendered the planter useless. I was planting too large of an area to work the ground into a firm, smooth seed bed. The little bit I did use it... I had no problems with seeds getting crushed before leaving the hopper.
263746
Your comment is valid. Also I had a problem withe mechanism that controls the volume of fertilizer it distributed. The metal piece kept falling out or getting stuck. I didn't see it as a very good design
943726
Hank said it... the gate will stay shut after it closes. If someone really wants to move it they can a little, then they will have to break the gate to open all the way.