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1. 20 amp draw no load bad Turn shaft by hand should turn freely Replace all corroded connections Jammed material Bad motor contact distributor Bad transmission contact distributor Corrosion Bad control contact distributor Spreader unplugged Motor power cord disconnected inside enclosure Apply dielectric grease Plug in spreader Open access cover and plug together Replace harness Replace all corroded connections Tighten or replace Break in wiring harness contact distributor Corrosion Loose connection bad ground Load test battery Replace affected components Bad control contact distributor Lit No 43828 00 Rev 00 22 November 1 2014 TROUBLESHOOTING Material Flow Troubleshooting Material free flows sa 18 correct length Check baffle Should touch iai ES See Material Remove kaki Run 12V to auger Auger runs ec Auger runs Replace vehicle rs ic proper direction harness Check connections Polarity correct muger runs at auger motor for replace spreader i reverse polarity harness Material i flows too slowly Turn on vibrator Increase auger speed Lit No 43828 00 Rev 00 23 November 1 2014 531 Ajax Drive NOW A Madison Heights MI 48071 2429 LEADERS IN ICE CONTROL www snowexproducts com dd A DIVISION OF DOUGLAS DYNAMICS LLC TrynEx International reserves the right under its product improvement2. When the POWER switch is set to the ON position the spreader will accelerate to the speed set on the dial Turn the speed dial counterclockwise to decrease speed Lit No 43828 00 Rev 00 18 November 1 2014 OPERATING THE SPREADER Auto Reverse AR Feature If your control displays OL this could indicate a jammed auger Running the auto reverse AR function can often clear the jam 1 Press the POWER switch to the OFF position and leave the control OFF for 3 seconds 2 Press the POWER switch to the ON position When the machine restarts the AR sequence will begin automatically and the auger will reverse for several rotations to clear the jam After a pause of several moments the auger will automatically return to normal rotation 3 If the jam was not cleared the control will again display OL You may repeat Steps 1 amp 2 fora second and third time A CAUTION Disconnect electric power and tag out if required before servicing or performing maintenance 4 If after the third try the control still displays OL you must extract the material that is causing the problem Follow all warning directions when clearing jams Vibrator Function A heavy duty vibrator is standard equipment on the Model SP 1575 and SP 1875 spreaders Turn the vibrator ON as needed to keep dense material flowing and prevent bridging of material in the hopper Alarm Codes If the control emits beeping sounds check
3. door jamb or door Never use wet materials or materials with foreign debris with any of these spreaders These units are designed to handle dry clean free flowing material 4 With the occupants in the truck for normal tailgate spreader operation weigh the vehicle to obtain gross vehicle weight GVW 5 Subtract the GVW from the GVWR to determine the available material payload 6 Obtain the weight per cubic foot Ib cu ft of the desired material Divide the weight into the payload to determine the maximum volume of material that can be carried 7 Compare the maximum volume to determine the maximum height of the material in the tailgate spreader 8 Fill the hopper with the material to the calculated height Reweigh the vehicle with occupants and verify the GVW Front Gross Axle Weight and Rear Gross Axle Weight are less than the vehicle s ratings 9 Repeat Steps 6 through 8 for each type of material Lit No 43828 00 Rev 00 11 November 1 2014 MOUNTING THE SPREADER A WARNING MODEL SP 1875 Spreader shall be bolted to vehicle frame Mounts are sold separately tor the BE T875 medal Do not rely on the tie down chains or straps Refer to the instructions packed with the selected alone to hold spreader in vehicle mount A CAUTION MODEL SP 1575 Before lifting verify that the hopper is empty of material The lifting device must be able to support the spreader s weight as shown in the spreader specificati
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5. 00 Serial November 1 2014 SAFETY INFORMATION SAFETY DEFINITIONS WARNING CAUTION LABELS Please become familiar with the Warning and Caution 4a WARNING labels on the spreader Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that if not avoided could result in death or NOTE If labels are missing or cannot be read see serious personal injury your sales outlet A CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices SP 1875 spreader only NOTE Indicates a situation or action that can lead amp WARNING to damage to your spreader and vehicle or other A WARNING property Other useful information can also be Never swing spreader with described material in hopper e Be sure latches are secure before operating vehicle VOS A WARNING e Keep hands feet amp loose clothing away from moving parts e Disconnect power before servicing equipment A WARNING e Read owners manual before operating equipment e Never remove spreader with ROTATING AUGER CAN CAUSE material in hopper SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH D6194 e Keep arms hands and loose clothing away from auger Shut off control and unplug spreader before servicing D6335 Lit No 43828 00 Rev 00 6 November 1 2014 SAFETY INFORMATION SERIAL NUMBER LABEL Madison Heights MI 48071 U S A 1 800 725 8377
6. always cover your face and protect your eyes and also provide ventilation Batteries contain sulfuric acid which burns skin eyes and clothing Disconnect the battery before removing or replacing any electrical components Lit No 43828 00 Rev 00 TORQUE CHART A CAUTION Read instructions before assembling Fasteners should be finger tight until instructed to tighten according to the torque chart Use standard methods and practices when attaching snowplow including proper personal protective safety equipment Recommended Fastener Torque Chart Inch Fasteners Grade 5 and Grade 8 Torque ft Ib Co Ec si Size Torque ft lb e ere aras 1 4 20 1 4 28 5 16 18 5 16 24 3 8 16 3 8 24 7116 14 716 20 1 2 13 1 2 20 Metric Fasteners Class 8 8 and 10 9 Torque ft lb Torque ft Ib G Se ss 09 M6 x 1 00 M8 x 1 25 M10 x 1 50 M12 x 1 75 M14 x 2 00 M16 x 2 00 M18 x 2 50 These torque values apply to fasteners except those noted in the instructions November 1 2014 LOADING This Manual covers vehicles that have been CERTIFICATION recommended for carrying the tailgate spreader Please see your local dealer for proper vehicle applications A WARNING New untitled vehicle installation of a spreader requires National Highway Traffic Safety Administration altered vehicle certification A WARNING Overloading could result in an accident or damage Do not e
7. cover is removed for any reason use silicone sealant to ensure weather proofing of enclosure STORAGE Store the spreader in a clean dry location and away from direct sunlight NOTE In the off season remove the control and put it in a cool dry place Vehicle interior summer temperatures could damage the circuit board and void the warranty November 1 2014 TROUBLESHOOTING Please see your SnowEx distributor for service The troubleshooting reference table below and the diagrams on the following pages may also guide you in diagnosing the issue Before servicing the spreader Review all safety information Confirm that all electrical connections are tight and clean Confirm that nothing is jammed in the hopper Ia 8UE POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTION Motor doesn t run Loose electrical connections Check all connections Blown fuse Replace fuse Motor seized Replace motor Control shuts down Jammed auger Carefully clear jammed material Poor electrical conditions Clean or replace connectors Apply dielectric grease Electrical short Check electrical connections Check for bare wires Control failure Replace control Material does not flow from Empty hopper Fill hopper hopper Wet material Replace with dry material Frozen or coarse material Replace material Spinner not turning Check connection inside motor enclosure Auger loose on shaft Align auger with flat machined area on shaft and t
8. or performing maintenance A CAUTION When replacing parts use only original manufacturer s parts Failure to do so will void warranty The control is a solid state electronic unit and is not serviceable Any attempt to service will void warranty There are no serviceable parts in the motor transmission assembly Any attempt to service will void warranty When pressure washing motor enclosure area stay at least 36 away from motor enclosures LUBRICATION To keep your spreader running smoothly observe the following recommendations Lubricate bearings after every 20 hours of use Apply a small amount of light oil to latches as needed For SP 1875 spreader installations using the pivot mount keep the pivot assembly well greased to prevent corrosion Lit No 43828 00 Rev 00 AFTER EACH USE A CAUTION DO NOT leave unused material in hopper Material can freeze or solidify causing unit to not work properly Empty and clean after each use e Wash out the hopper and rinse off all external surfaces Apply dielectric grease on all electrical connections to prevent corrosion AT THE END OF EACH SEASON OR AFTER EXTENDED STORAGE e Wash out the hopper and rinse off all external surfaces Apply dielectric grease on all electrical connections to prevent corrosion Lubricate all grease fittings with good quality multipurpose grease Oil or paint all bare metal surfaces f motor
9. policy to change construction or design details and furnish equipment when so altered without reference to illustrations or specifications used TrynEx International or the vehicle manufacturer may require or recommend optional equipment for spreaders Do not exceed vehicle ratings with a spreader TrynEx International offers a limited warranty for all spreaders and accessories See separately printed page for this important information The following are registered 9 or unregistered trademarks of Douglas Dynamics LLC SnowEx TrynEx Printed in U S A Lit No 43759 Rev 00 November 1 2014
10. Auger g L cT Black NEGATIVE 2 Auger Red POSITIVE L Black Nag Spinner Spinner NEGATIVE Black Red POSITIVE Red NEGATIVE POSITIVE Lit No 43828 00 Rev 00 17 November 1 2014 OPERATING THE SPREADER Never operate equipment when under the influence of alcohol drugs or medications that Power ON OFF Auger Speed Spinner Speed might alter your judgment and or reaction time Switch Dial Dial A WARNING POWER q VIBRATE In S Gl A I Never exceed 45 mph 72 km h when loaded tJ HO LAND spreader is attached to vehicle Braking Suow x distances may be increased and handling characteristics may be impaired at speeds above 45 mph 72 km h Vibrator Displa Never allow children to operate or climb on equipment Starting and Stopping the Motor A WARNING Before starting the spreader the driver shall verify that all bystanders are a minimum of 25 feet away from operating spreader To start the spreader press the control POWER switch to the ON position Press the POWER switch to the OFF position to stop the spreader NOTE The truck ignition must be ON to start the spreader NOTE If truck ignition is turned OFF while spreader is running the motors will stop Adjusting Auger Spinner Speed Speed of auger and spinner can be adjusted separately to get desired flow and spread distance Turn the speed dial clockwise to increase speed
11. November 1 2014 Lit No 43828 Rev 00 SNow x LEADERS IN ICE CONTROL SP 1575 SP 1875 Bulk Pro Tailgate Spreader Owner s Manual and Installation Instructions Original Instructions A CAUTION Read this manual before installing or operating the spreader This manual is for SnowEx SP 1575 spreaders with serial numbers beginning 141114 and higher and SP 1875 spreaders with serial numbers beginning 141112 and higher This document supersedes all editions with an earlier date TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ere 5 OPERATING THE SPREADER 18 Warranty Registration nanana awanannanana 5 Cab Control an aaa a Ana 18 OWNER S INFORMATION FORM 5 Starting and Stopping the Motor 18 SAFETY INFORMATION 6 9 Adjusting Auger Spinner Speed 18 LOADING iniri rex Ene EE PR REX ERA 10 Auto Reverse AR Feature 19 CertifiCatiOri anak Aa a 10 Vibrator Function renerne 19 Determining Vehicle Payload 11 Alarm Codes oa 19 Approximate Material Weights 11 Controlling Flow of Material 19 MOUNTING THE SPREADER 11111m 12 Spreading Tipas ci 19 Model SP 1875 ideni onn en 12 MAINTENANCE seem 20 Model SPA Dura 12 LuDriCatlOD uico once d cette aman 20 License Plate Installation 13 After Each
12. UBE uiia eerte 20 ELECTRICAL HARNESS INSTALLATION 14 At the End of Each Season or after HARNESS amp CONTROL DIAGRAMS 16 Extended Storage tale teneras 20 tee EE 20 TROUBLESHOOTING sem 21 Lit No 43828 00 Rev 00 3 November 1 2014 INTRODUCTION This manual has been prepared to acquaint you with the safety information operation and maintenance of your new tailgate spreader Please read this manual carefully and follow all recommendations This will help ensure profitable and trouble free operation of your spreader Keep this manual accessible It is a handy reference in case minor service is required When service is necessary bring your spreader to your distributor They know your spreader best and are interested in your complete satisfaction NOTE This spreader is designed to spread snow and ice control materials only Do not use it for purposes other than those specified in this manual Warranty Registration Follow the directions on the SnowEx Warranty Registration and Customer Survey form included in the spreader literature kit The registration form is also available online at www snowexproducts com Under Product Info select SnowEx Warranty and click to download the form OWNER S INFORMATION Owner s Name Date Purchased Distributor Name Distributor Address Vehicle Model Spreader Model Spreader Weight Lit No 43828 00 Rev
13. cable ties everywhere else 2 Mount the rear plug on the vehicle bumper using supplied fasteners Locate the plug toward the center of the bumper away from the path of debris thrown by the tires NOTE Apply a small amount of dielectric grease to the plug Try to mount the plug facing upward to help keep plugs tightly sealed 3 Lay out the control power cable along the fire wall and fender well Do not connect the power leads to the battery yet 4 Drill a new 3 4 hole through the fire wall or use an existing access hole to route the control A CAUTION Do not alter modify or install additional components in shaded areas shown below Failure to comply may interfere with airbag deployment or cause injury to operator in an accident 5 Connect the harness and the control power cable to the back of the control and mount the control in a suitable location within easy reach of the vehicle operator without restricting access to the vehicle controls and instrumentation Do not mount the control close to any heater vents or in areas prohibited by the vehicle manufacturer for crashworthiness See the vehicle s body builder s book owner s manual or service manual for details power cable and harness into the vehicle cab NOTE You may want to contact the customer before mounting the control Some prefer not to A CAUTION have holes drilled into the dashboard Before drilling holes check to be sure that no vehicl
14. e wiring or other components could be damaged Check the area on the other side of the fire wall to make sure you will not be drilling into the vehicle harness or a control module Generally either side of the steering wheel offers a good location Lit No 43828 00 Rev 00 14 November 1 2014 ELECTRICAL HARNESS INSTALLATION 6 Connect the power cable leads to the battery Red POSITIVE Black NEGATIVE If using a dual battery system always connect to the primary battery 7 Secure loose loom to any other large or medium vehicle harness using medium duty cable ties 8 Toggle the control POWER switch ON and OFF to check for power Once power has been confirmed turn the control OFF NOTE Use dielectric grease on all electrical connections NOTE Do not modify harness length Any modifications will void the warranty Control Power Cable 8 Do Vehicle Harness Dust Cover Connector Lit No 43828 00 Rev 00 Read lead labels before attaching to power source or ground No other devices may be spliced into the wiring harness Any repairs to the wiring harness must be done with heat shrink butt connectors f adding an in line fuse use a 60 amp maxi fuse or circuit breaker NOTE In the off season remove the control and put it in a cool dry place Vehicle interior summer temperatures could damage the circuit board and void the warranty Spreader Cont
15. fety goggles to protect your eyes from battery acid gasoline dirt and dust Avoid touching hot surfaces such as the engine radiator hoses and exhaust pipes Always have a fire extinguisher rated BC handy for flammable liquids and electrical fires November 1 2014 SAFETY INFORMATION FIRE AND EXPLOSION A WARNING Gasoline is highly flammable and gasoline vapor is explosive Never smoke while working on vehicle Keep all open flames away from gasoline tank and lines Wipe up any spilled gasoline immediately Be careful when using gasoline Do not use gasoline to clean parts Store only in approved containers away from sources of heat or flame CELL PHONES A driver s first responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle The most important thing you can do to prevent a crash is to avoid distractions and pay attention to the road Wait until it is safe to operate Mobile Communication Equipment such as cell phones text messaging devices pagers or two way radios VENTILATION A WARNING Vehicle exhaust contains lethal fumes Breathing these fumes even in low concentrations can cause death Never operate a vehicle in an enclosed area without venting exhaust to the outside BATTERY SAFETY A CAUTION Batteries normally produce explosive gases which can cause personal injury Therefore do not allow flames sparks or lit tobacco to come near the battery When charging or working near a battery
16. ighten locking bolt on side of auger Vibrator not working Check electrical connection if connection is confirmed replace vibrator Alarm beeps display shows OL Jammed auger overload Turn spreader OFF for 3 seconds or OH shutdown then restart If alarm continues turn spreader OFF and clear lumps and debris from around auger Alarm beeps display shows E1 System short Turn spreader OFF Do not use spreader until problem is corrected Alarm beeps display shows EO No power to motor Turn spreader OFF Check all electrical connections Alarm beeps display shows LB Vehicle battery is extremely Turn spreader OFF low poor battery connection Check battery connection Charge vehicle battery Lit No 43828 00 Rev 00 21 November 1 2014 TROUBLESHOOTING Control turns on beeps shuts off displays error code Spreader does not run source to control ON OFF switch lights no display Nothing happens no display ON OFF will not light up Definition Amp draw too high Definition Open circuit between motor and control Definition Bad electrical connection Definition Low battery less than 12V output Definition Dead short in motor circuit Check harness for spliced in accessory Bad control contact distributor Bad control contact distributor Switch OFF amp ON for auto reverse function 4 to 20 amp draw no load good
17. loyment area s A CAUTION During the hopper spreader installation we recommend the addition of an OSHA compliant Backup Alarm This alarm is required for OSHA governed employers A CAUTION If rear directional CHMSL light or brake stoplights are obstructed by the spreader the lights shall be relocated or auxiliary directional or brake stoplights shall be installed Lit No 43828 00 Rev 00 A CAUTION Do not operate a spreader in need of maintenance Before operating the spreader reassemble any parts or hardware removed for cleaning or adjusting Before operating the spreader remove materials such as cleaning rags brushes and hand tools from the spreader While operating the spreader use auxiliary warning lights except when prohibited by law A CAUTION Disconnect electric and or hydraulic power and tag out if required before servicing or performing maintenance A CAUTION DO NOT leave unused material in hopper Material can freeze or solidify causing unit to not work properly Empty and clean after each use NOTE Lubricate grease fittings after each use Use a good quality multipurpose grease PERSONAL SAFETY Remove ignition key and put the vehicle in park or in gear to prevent others from starting the vehicle during installation or service Wear only snug fitting clothing while working on your vehicle or spreader Do not wear jewelry or a necktie and secure long hair Wear sa
18. ons table The model SP 1575 spreader ships from the factory with the hitch set up in the 3 point mount position To switch the spreader to the truck mount position remove the hitch rotate it 180 as shown below and NOTE Periodically throughout the snow and ice reinstall it control season verify that mounting devices are secure 3 POINT MOUNT TRUCK MOUNT POSITION POSITION Hitch Pin Lift Arm Pins Hitch Pin Lit No 43828 00 Rev 00 12 November 1 2014 MOUNTING THE SPREADER Always use the longer 1 1 2 cap screw and washer LICENSE PLATE INSTALLATION to attach the corner of the hitch that fits behind the tab IF REQUIRED of the material chute Install the license plate to the mounting holes in the frame using two 1 4 x 1 2 machine screws and two 1 2 x 1 1 2 Cap Screw 1 4 locknuts and 1 2 Washer License Plate Mounting Holes SP 1575 LA d 4 2 x 1 J 6 Cap Screws SP 1875 2 Options Lit No 43828 00 Rev 00 13 November 1 2014 ELECTRICAL HARNESS INSTALLATION 1 Route the vehicle harness along the vehicle frame Do not route it close to the exhaust system or engine where extreme heat could melt the wiring insulation and short out the spreader and vehicle electrical systems Attach the harness to frame holes and frame supports Do not attach to fuel or brake lines Use heavy duty cable ties or frame clips to fasten the harness along the frame and lighter duty
19. rol Se POWER VIBRATE SPINNER Snow 3X Spreader To Vibrator Harness NI To Auger Motor To Spinner Motor 19 November 1 2014 HARNESS amp CONTROL DIAGRAMS VEHICLE HARNESS End View Red Mold Cap White 10 ga a Red 10 ga Spinner N Ci Auger Fo E gt Black 10 dicit IX Green 10 ga CT BA sa EE E 777777777 Blue12ga Orange 10 ga Vibrat Vibrator Vibrator Spinner 10 ga White Spinner 10 ga Black PS Auger 10 ga Red Se Auger 10 ga Green cea Vibrator 12 ga Orange Vibrator 12 ga Blue Nu Hot Ground Circuit Circuit CONTROL POWER CABLE 156 124 Tubing Black e MM 3 o 3 8 Terminals w Heat Shrink Red to Black to POSITIVE NEGATIVE Front View Lit No 43828 00 Rev 00 16 November 1 2014 HARNESS amp CONTROL DIAGRAMS SPREADER HARNESS al 0 Vibrator EE Gg 020 ________ AI Male GZ Auger Motor Female g allo 4 ER male BE Spinner Female gt NR See d Spinner Spinner Auger Auger Vibrator Vibrator CONTROL Vibrator Red POSITIVE Vibrator Black NEGATIVE
20. the display for problem codes and follow the instructions given in the Troubleshooting section of this manual Refer to the Troubleshooting section if any problems occur while operating the spreader Lit No 43828 00 Rev 00 19 CONTROLLING FLOW OF MATERIAL The factory installed material baffle in the spreader stops fine materials from free flowing When dense or damp material is being spread or when more flow is desired remove the material baffle However it is recommended that the baffle remain in place when spreading bulk salt The inverted vee in the SP 1875 spreader should not be removed except when servicing the spreader The Material Control Tube optional accessory prevents leaking issues when handling fine pellet and flake materials SPREADING TIPS Spread ice melters with the storm to prevent unmanageable levels of ice Never exceed 10 mph 16 km h when spreading Fora wider pass increase spinner speed Fora heavier pass drive slower or increase auger speed Never operate spreader near pedestrians Calculate spread pattern when near vegetation NOTE The spinner motor is not designed for continuous duty Allow the motor to cool between long cycle times November 1 2014 MAINTENANCE A WARNING Never remove the spreader with material in the hopper A CAUTION Disconnect electric power at spreader electrical wiring harness connection and tag out if required before servicing
21. xceed GVWR or GAWR as found on the driver side cornerpost of vehicle labeling Installer to verify that struck load of snow or ice control material does not exceed GVWR or GAWR rating label and complies with FMVSS A CAUTION Read and adhere to manufacturer s ice control material package labeling including Material Safety Data Sheet requirements Lit No 43828 00 Rev 00 10 November 1 2014 LOADING DETERMINING VEHICLE PAYLOAD APPROXIMATE MATERIAL WEIGHTS Density A WARNING mena Sara paaa could result SE Rock Salt Dry 80 90 SARO eves ER DES Sand Salt Mix Dry 95 120 ratings as found on the driver side door Section to determine maximum volumes of tO prevent material mom freezing spreading material Weight of spreader and mount must be added to struck material weight to determine total spreader 1 Install the tailgate spreader and optional weight equipment according to the instructions A WARNING Do not overload vehicle Use chart below to calculate weight of material Weights of material are an average for dry materials 2 Install or attach any other equipment that will be on the vehicle while the tailgate spreader will be in use step bumper trailer hitch snowplows etc Fill gas tanks 3 Obtain the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR A CAUTION Front Gross Axle Weight Rating FGAWR and Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating RGAWR from the certification label located inside the driver side
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