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SnowEx, 531 Ajax Drive, Madison Heights, MI 48071‑2429 • www. .com February 15, 2020 Lit. No. 76456, Rev. 03 UTV Hopper Spreader V‑Pro™ SP‑2000 Owner's Manual Original Instructions CAUTION Read this document before operating or servicing the spreader. This manual is for SnowEx V-Pro UTV hopper spreaders ®...
PREFACE This manual has been prepared to acquaint you with When service is necessary, bring your hopper the safety information, operation, and maintenance of spreader to your distributor. They know your spreader your new hopper spreader. Please read this manual best and are interested in your complete satisfaction.
SAFETY 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.
SAFETY ROTATING AUGER CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH • Keep arms, hands, and loose clothing away from auger. • Shut o control and unplug spreader before servicing. D6335 SERIAL NUMBER LABEL Code Definition 2-Digit Year 2-Digit Month 2-Digit Day 2-Digit Location Code XXXX 4-Digit Sequential Number...
SAFETY SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CAUTION If rear directional, CHMSL light, or brake Improper installation and operation could cause stoplights are obstructed by the spreader, the personal injury and/or equipment and property damage. lights shall be relocated, or auxiliary directional Read and understand labels and the Owner's Manual or brake stoplights shall be installed.
SAFETY FUSES FIRE AND EXPLOSION The electrical system contains several automotive-style WARNING fuses. If a problem should occur and fuse replacement Gasoline is highly flammable and gasoline is necessary, the replacement fuse must be of the vapor is explosive. Never smoke while same type and amperage rating as the original.
SAFETY TORQUE CHART 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 spreader, including proper personal protective safety equipment. Recommended Fastener Torque Chart Inch Fasteners Grade 5 and Grade 8 Torque (ft-lb) Torque (ft-lb)
LOADING DETERMINING VEHICLE PAYLOAD This Owner's Manual covers vehicles that have been recommended for carrying the hopper spreader. Please see your local dealer for proper vehicle applications. 1. Install the hopper spreader and optional equipment according to the instructions. WARNING 2.
MOUNTING THE SPREADER MOUNTING THE SPREADER 4. Install the chute/deflector assembly to the spinner assembly using the four 5/16" x 1-1/2" tapping screws and 5/16" locknuts in the supplied NOTE: Periodically throughout the snow and ice hardware kit to complete the drive assembly. control season, verify that mounting devices are secure.
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MOUNTING THE SPREADER 10. Install and tighten all four 1/2" x 3" carriage bolts. CAUTION Before drilling holes, check to be sure that no 11. Install the four ratchet straps as shown below. vehicle wiring or other components could be damaged.
OPERATING THE SPREADER – CAB CONTROL Adjusting Auger/Spinner Speed WARNING Never operate equipment when under the 1. Turn the speed dial clockwise to increase influence of alcohol, drugs, or medications that speed. When the POWER switch is set to the might alter your judgment and/or reaction time.
OPERATING THE SPREADER SPREADING TIPS AUTO‑REVERSE "Ar" FEATURE • Spread ice melters with the storm to prevent 1. If your control displays the "OL" code, this could unmanageable levels of ice. indicate a jammed auger. • Never exceed 10 mph (16 km/h) when spreading. 2.
MAINTENANCE STORAGE WARNING Never remove spreader with material in hopper. Store control in a cool dry place during the off-season. At the End of Each Season or After CAUTION Extended Storage Disconnect electric power at spreader electrical wiring harness connection and •...
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Definition: Switch off & on Control turns ON, Spreader OL Code amperage draw Jammed material for auto-reverse clear jam beeps, shuts OFF, does not run too high function displays error code Bad motor; Contact distributor Test turn shaft by Bad transmission;...
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Check baffle Material free flows 18" correct Material issue length Should touch Check baffle hopper Material issue position on three sides Material does not Material Remove Material issue flow obstruction obstruction Run 12V to auger Auger runs Auger runs Replace vehicle circuit on spreader proper...
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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 a registered ( ) or unregistered (™) ® trademarks of Douglas Dynamics, LLC: SnowEx , V-Pro™. ® Printed in U.S.A.
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