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How to determine spreader setting?

2.8K views 3 replies 3 participants last post by  tincan  
#1 ·
I went to put down my PreM this afternoon and noticed there are no spreader settings on the bag. I haven't been able to find it online either. Based on this label how can I determine what I should use?

 
#3 ·
Is there any instruction on how many lbs per 1000 sqft? E.g. like 4 lbs / 1000 sqft.

Normally I would measure out the weight, put it on the spreader and run it through the spreader until everything is gone. After doing this few times, you will get a good idea what spreader setting you should use if you want everything gone by just walking once on the lawn.
 
#4 ·
I found the following which says 4.6 lbs / 1000 sqft for Prodiamine 0.5%.

https://regalchem.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/RegalKade-G-Sell-Sheet-Web.pdf

From another calculation:

The Prodiamine 65 WDG (65%) application rate is 0.4 oz / 1000 sqft
Since your product has 0.5% Prodiamine, then you need to apply 65/0.5*0.4 = 52 oz / 1000 sqft or 3.25 lbs / 1000 sqft.

I would guess you need to put around 4 lbs / 1000 sqft.