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This Manual Must Be Read Before Operating The Equipment
Owner / Operator's Manual
LEADERS IN ICE CONTROL
Warren, Michigan 48089
800-725-8377
© Trynex International 2010
Protected by the following patents, #6,089,478, #6,088,865, #Des.425,915
and other pending U.S. and foreign patent applications.
Rev. 01
FOR MODELS
SP-8550
CUSTOMER COPY
1 — 1

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  • Page 1 This Manual Must Be Read Before Operating The Equipment Owner / Operator’s Manual LEADERS IN ICE CONTROL FOR MODELS SP-8550 CUSTOMER COPY Warren, Michigan 48089 Protected by the following patents, #6,089,478, #6,088,865, #Des.425,915 and other pending U.S. and foreign patent applications.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Warranty ....................34 Have a question or need assistance? SnowEx Customer Service (800) 725-8377...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Introduction This manual has been designed for your help. It will assist you and instruct you on the proper set-up, installation and use of this spreader. Refer to the table of contents for an outline of this manual. We require that you read and understand the contents of this manual completely (especially all safety information) before attempting any procedure contained herein.
  • Page 4 Trynex products. Here’s why... SIMPLICITY: Fewer moving parts manufactured of higher quality means minimal maintenance for your SnowEx spreader. RELIABILITY: High impact linear low density polyethelyne hopper, state-of-the-art electronic dual variable speed control, custom engineered powder coated frame, maximum torque 12 volt motor coupled to a custom engineered transmission found only on SnowEx products.
  • Page 5 Safety Before attempting any procedure in this book, these safety instructions must be read and understood by all workers who have any part in the preparation or use of this equipment. For your safety warning and information decals have been placed on this product to remind the operator of safety precautions .

  • Page 6: Safety Information

    Safety (continued) Always inspect pins and latches whenever attaching or detaching spreader, and before traveling. Never leave material in hopper for long periods of time. Be aware that all ice melters are hygroscopic and will attract atmospheric moisture and harden up. Remember, most accidents are preventable and caused by human error.
  • Page 7 Safety and Warning Labels Model # SP-8550 SERIAL NUMBER ON REVERSE SIDE D 6546 D 6859 D 6545 D 6544 D 6335 D 6548 Rev. 01 © Trynex International 2010 1 — 7...

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  • Page 10 Auger Drive Assembly Parts Breakdown Model # SP-8550 Rev. 01 1 — 10 © Trynex International 2010...
  • Page 11 Auger Drive Assembly Parts Breakdown Model # SP-8550 . y t - " 1- 1/2” Hex Bolt " 8 Serrated Flange Nut " 2 - " " 4 - " l i a 4121 - " " 1 f l e...
  • Page 12 Spinner Drive Assembly Parts Breakdown Model # SP-8550 © Trynex International 2010 1 — 12 Rev. 01...
  • Page 13 Spinner Drive Assembly Parts Breakdown Model # SP-8550 . y t D 5293 5/16-18 x 1-1/8 Socket Head Cap Screw D 5249 5/16 Flat Washer Spinner Shroud D 5349 D 6138 5/16-18 Nylox Zinc D 5248 Plastic Handle Hair Pin Clip...
  • Page 14 Hopper Assembly Parts Breakdown Model # SP-8550 Rev. 01 1 — 14 © Trynex International 2010...
  • Page 15 Hopper Assembly Parts Breakdown Model # SP-8550 . y t 6576 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 HHCS 3/8 Serrated Flange Nut 6165 " 6 Flat Washer " 6 Rear Top Screen t l o r o t e l f " 5...
  • Page 16 Frame Assembly Parts Breakdown Model # SP-8550 © Trynex International 2010 1 — 16 Rev. 01...
  • Page 17 Frame Assembly Parts Breakdown Model # SP-8550 . y t - " " 1 t l o l i a " 8 " 1 t l o t f e 5350 © Trynex International 2010 Rev. 01 1 — 17...

  • Page 18: Wiring Instructions

    It is not recommended to attach to fuel or brake lines for obvious reasons. Do not route close to exhaust system or engine, even though Snowex uses high temperature wiring. It still could melt under extreme heat and short the spreader electrical system, as well as the vehicle electrical system.
  • Page 19 Control and Harness Diagram Model # SP-8550 Truck Cab. IMPORTANT: In the off season remove control Power Under Dash and put in a cool dry place. The interior summer Auger Motor temperatures could damage circuit board and void warranty. Vibrator...
  • Page 20 Controller Wiring Diagram Model # SP-8550 Auger Auger Black Negative (–) Red Positive (+) 20 Amp Circuit Breaker Black Pre-Wetting System OUTPUT Negative (–) Output Data Port Spinner Red Positive (+) Spinner Black Negative (–) Vibrator Vibrator Red Positive (+) Black Negative (–)
  • Page 21 Spreader Power Harness Circuit Diagram Model # SP-8550 SPINNER Blue Positive (+) SPINNER Orange Negative (–) AUGER VIBRATOR Red Positive (+) Yellow Positive (+) VIBRATOR AUGER Green Negative (–) Black Negative (–) MAIN POWER PLUG SPREADER Yellow Positive (+) Orange Negative (–)
  • Page 22 Vehicle Harness Circuit Diagram Model # SP-8550 CONTROL OUTPUT PLUG AUGER BUMPER SPINNER/VIBRATOR CIRCUIT PLUG Anderson CIRCUIT Anderson OUTPUT Block Block (2) Pos (4) Pos VIBRATOR Green Negative (–) VIBRATOR OUTPUT Yellow Positive (+) VIBRATOR Yellow Positive (+) Positive (+)
  • Page 23 Center High Mount Stop Lamp (CHMSL) Model # SP-8550 • With spreader mounted on vehicle, plug vehicle (CHMSL) harness into spreader stop lamp harness. • Using supplied harness clamps and screws, route harness along side wall lower corner or so that harness will be out of the way when spreader is in use.
  • Page 24 Mounting System Strapping Techniques Model # SP-8550 Figure 1 Cross Left Upper to Right Lower Cross Right Upper to Left Lower. Stop Bars & Strap from rear of Ratchet Straps vehicle to front corner. Figure 2: Frame Mounting Bolts i r c i t p .
  • Page 25 Mounting Instructions Model # SP-8550 NOTE: Pay special attention when drilling or clamping dissimilar metals to aluminum bodies. Galvanic corrosion can occur if not handled properly. Contact vehicle manufacturer for recommended practices. Step 1: Remove tailgate from pickup bed. Step 2: Load spreader on to truck bed and mount spinner assembly.
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  • Page 27 Operating the Spreader Model # SP-8550 BAFFLE INSTRUCTIONS • The V-Maxx 8550 uses a dual ba e design over the auger area. D6809 This ba e (D6809) is used for dry bulk materials. The ba e is designed to reduce the risk of leakage with clean/dry free- owing materials.
  • Page 28 Operating the Spreader Model # SP-8550 PREPARATION CAUTION – Sweep area clear of foreign objects or obstacles that could cause personal injury. Keep other persons, children, or animals out of the area to be spread. SPREADER LOADING WARNING – Do not overload vehicle. Use chart below to calculate weight of material. Weights of material are an average for dry materials.
  • Page 29 Operating the Spreader (continued) Model # SP-8550 WARNING PROTECTION • If audible beeping occurs, read display to identify problem. If display reads “OL” (overload) or “OH” (overheat) shut controller down and carefully clear jammed auger. If display reads “E1“ this means there is a dead short in system. Do not use until problem is corrected.
  • Page 30 Model # SP-8550 Whenever service is necessary, your local SnowEx Dealer knows your Spreader best. Take your Spreader to your local dealer for any maintenance or service needs on your unit. If this is not possible, the Troubleshooting Guide below may assist you in identifying the problem.
  • Page 31 Troubleshooting Model # SP-8550 CONTROLLER TURNS ON DEFINITION: SWITCH OFF & ON SPREADER OL CODE JAMMED MATERIAL CLEAR JAM BEEP SHUTS OFF AMP DRAW FOR AUTO-REVERSE DOES NOT RUN DISPLAYS ERROR CODE TOO HIGH FUNCTION BAD MOTOR TEST 4 TO 20 AMP DRAW...
  • Page 32 Troubleshooting Material Flow Model # SP-8550 MATERIAL CHECK BAFFLE 18" CORRECT MATERIAL ISSUE FREE FLOWS LENGTH CHECK BAFFLE SHOULD TOUCH HOPPER MATERIAL ISSUE POSITION ON 3 SIDES MATERIAL MATERIAL REMOVE MATERIAL ISSUE DOES NOT FLOW OBSTRUCTION OBSTRUCTION RUN 12 VOLT TO...

  • Page 33: Spreader Maintenance

    Spreader Maintenance Model # SP-8550 • WARNING – When servicing is necessary, perform it in a protected area. Do not use power tools in rain or snow because of danger of electrical shock or injury. Keep area well lighted. Use proper tools. Keep the area of service clean to help avoid accidents.
  • Page 34 Useful Formulas Model # SP-8550 Determining Vehicle Payload Example: Coarse Salt – Dry Material Type 6'/8' Vee Pro Equipment installed when vehicle SP-8550 was weighed Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (RGAWR) 8600 Rear Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) (lb.) – –...

  • Page 35: Warranty

    Warranty Limited Warranty SnowEx products are warranted for a period of two years from the date of purchase against defects in material or workmanship under normal use and service, subject to limitations detailed below. Warranty period of two years begins on the date of purchase by the original retail user.
  • Page 36 Warranty Registration and Customer Survey To initiate the warranty on your new SnowEx spreader and assure prompt warranty service, please complete the following warranty registration and customer survey, sign and mail it back to the factory within 30 days of purchase.
  • Page 37 Warm Up to with a F R E E F R E E Winter Band! Simply Fill Out Your Warranty Registration and Return It to the Factory! From: Postage Required Post O ce will not deliver without proper postage. 23455 REGENCY PARK DR. WARREN MI 48089-2667 Rev.