Amazone EK 300 Centrifugal Broadcaster Operator’s Manual (DB420)

This operator’s manual provides comprehensive guidance for the Amazone EK 300 centrifugal broadcaster, a precision single-disc fertiliser spreader. Designed for efficient and accurate broadcasting, this manual is an essential resource for anyone using or servicing the EK 300 model.

The manual covers critical aspects of setup, calibration, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting. It offers step-by-step instructions on proper fitting to tractors with Cat. I or II linkages, adjustment of spinner blade positions, distribution rate settings using control rods, and optional configurations such as one-side broadcasting and drawbar mounting.

What you’ll learn from this manual:

• How to properly mount the EK 300 on different tractors
• Correct use of the P.T.O. shaft, including shaft length and angle precautions
• Accurate fertiliser distribution settings using thick and thin control rods
• Calibration instructions for various fertiliser types
• Operating techniques for even spread patterns, including headland and side-field broadcasting
• When and how to install the optional agitator for damp or bridging fertilisers
• Maintenance tips including lubrication points, part replacement, and seasonal storage
• Detailed troubleshooting guide for common spreading issues

Who is this manual for?

This guide is ideal for farmers, agricultural contractors, mechanics, and workshop technicians responsible for operating or servicing the Amazone EK 300 broadcaster. Whether you’re setting up for the first time or conducting routine servicing, this manual offers the exact procedures needed for reliable performance.

Attachments and accessories covered:

• Special agitator for damp fertilisers
• Mounting device for drawbars
• Universal joint shafts
• Tractor guards and stabiliser bars
• Spare parts including shutters, blades, shear pins, and gearbox components

Specific model covered:

• Amazone EK 300 centrifugal broadcaster

Other key features:

• Guidance on spinner blade positions for different fertiliser types
• Settings for working widths and speed-dependent calibration
• Safety and transport guidelines including trailer towing rules

This is a scanned PDF copy of the original manual. It will be delivered instantly by email after purchase. No physical item will be shipped.