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Original Instructions CAUTION Read this manual before installing or operating the spreader. This manual is for SnowEx SP-100-1 & SP-125-1 tailgate spreaders with ® serial numbers beginning with 170109 and higher. This document supersedes all editions with an earlier date.
Warranty Registration This manual has been prepared to acquaint you with the safety information, operation and maintenance of your new tailgate spreader. Please read this manual Follow the directions on the SnowEx ® Warranty carefully and follow all recommendations. This will Registration and Customer Survey form included in help ensure profi...
SAFETY INFORMATION SAFETY DEFINITIONS WARNING/CAUTION LABELS Please become familiar with the Warning and Caution 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.
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SAFETY INFORMATION SERIAL NUMBER LABEL Model No. 00000 Serial No. 000000000000000000 Code Defi nition Model No. 00000 2-Digit Year 2-Digit Month 2-Digit Day Serial No. YYMMDDLLXXXXZZZZZZ 2-Digit Location Code XXXX 4-Digit Sequential Number ZZZZZZ Assembly Part Number Lit. No. 75312, Rev. 00 January 1, 2017...
SAFETY INFORMATION SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CAUTION • Do not operate a spreader in need of Improper installation and operation could cause maintenance. personal injury and/or equipment and property • Before operating the spreader, reassemble damage. Read and understand labels and the any parts or hardware removed for cleaning Owner's Manual before installing, operating or making or adjusting.
SAFETY INFORMATION FIRE AND EXPLOSION NOISE Airborne noise emission during use is below 70 dB(A) WARNING for the spreader operator. Gasoline is highly fl ammable and gasoline vapor is explosive. Never smoke while VIBRATION working on vehicle. Keep all open fl ames away from gasoline tank and lines.
LOADING APPROXIMATE MATERIAL WEIGHTS This manual covers vehicles which have been recommended for carrying the spreader. Please see your local dealer for proper vehicle applications. WARNING CERTIFICATION Overloading could result in an accident or damage. Do not exceed GVWR or GAWR as found on the driver-side cornerpost of WARNING vehicle.
MOUNTING THE SPREADER ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS The spreader shall be installed according to instructions supplied. Your local outlet is trained to provide this service and service your spreader with factory original parts. 1. Place the drive assembly on a fl at, level surface. Support Frame Attach the receiver mount to the drive assembly as shown below using four 1/2"...
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MOUNTING THE SPREADER RECEIVER MOUNT SPREADER CAUTION Before drilling holes, check to be sure that no CAUTION vehicle wiring or other components could be During removal or mounting, securely grip damaged. spreader to avoid dropping. 4. Drill four holes in the hopper using the support frame holes as a template.
CONTROL AND HARNESS DIAGRAM – MODEL SP-100-1 WIRING INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION Do not alter, modify or install additional 1. Mount the rear plug bracket on the back of the components in shaded areas shown below. vehicle. Locate the harness toward the center of...
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CONTROL AND HARNESS DIAGRAM – MODEL SP-100-1 WIRING DIAGRAM: MODEL SP-100-1 Control Power Cable Spreader Control Switch Assembly Vehicle Harness IMPORTANT: Do not modify harness length. Any modifi cations will void warranty. 1. All external connections must have dielectric grease.
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CONTROL AND HARNESS DIAGRAM – MODEL SP-100-1 HARNESS DIAGRAMS: MODEL SP-100-1 Vehicle Harness 189" ± 3" M(–) Label M(+) Label Black Orange Blue Battery Harness 144" 6" Label "B (+)" 2" Label "B (–)" 3" Lit. No. 75312, Rev. 00...
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CONTROL AND HARNESS DIAGRAM – MODEL SP-100-1 HARNESS DIAGRAMS: MODEL SP-100-1 Control Gate Switch ON/OFF Spreader Power Spinner Speed ON/OFF ON/OFF Switch Assembly Switch Circuts are: Left – On Middle – None Right – On Load View Black Key Way...
ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM – MODEL SP-125-1 WIRING DIAGRAM: MODEL SP-125-1 Rubber ON/OFF Switch Switch Boot Battery 3/8" 25 Amp Terminal Breaker Ring Fuse Holder Double Female 3" Jumper Wiring Harness Remove jumper for use with VAR-020 Variable Speed Control Kit IMPORTANT: In the off-season, remove the control and put in a cool, dry place.
OPERATING THE SPREADER DRIVING AND SPREADING ON SNOW Here are some tips for driving in these conditions: AND ICE • Drive defensively. • Do not drink, then drive or spread ice-control CAUTION materials. Drinking and then driving or spreading is •...
REMOVING THE SPREADER CAUTION Empty the hopper before removing the spreader. CAUTION During removal or mounting, securely grip spreader to avoid dropping. 1. Unplug the spreader harness from the vehicle harness. 2. Remove the hitch pin from the receiver hitch. 3.
MAINTENANCE AFTER EACH USE WARNING Never remove the spreader with material in CAUTION the hopper. DO NOT leave unused material in hopper. Material can freeze or solidify, CAUTION causing unit to not work properly. Disconnect electric power at spreader Empty and clean after each use. electrical wiring harness connection and tag out if required before servicing or performing •...
TROUBLESHOOTING TAILGATE SPREADER Spreader Auger Fuse blown Jammed auger Fix or replace does not run. interference Material issue Too much Bad motor/trans Bad motor; 4- to 20-Amp draw, Amp draw. assembly contact distributor. no load — good 20+ Amp draw, no load —...
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Lit. No. 75312, Rev. 00 January 1, 2017...
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Do not exceed vehicle ratings with a spreader. Patent pending. TrynEx International, LLC offers a limited warranty for all spreaders and accessories. See separately printed page for this important information. The following are registered ( ) trademarks of Douglas Dynamics, LLC: SnowEx , TrynEx ®...
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