GENERAL INFORMATION: The purpose of this manual is to assist the owner/operator in maintaining and operating the Air-Flo PSV-8 Pick-Up Spreader. Read it carefully before attempting operation, maintenance, or repair VEHICLE REQUIREMENTS: ¾ or 1 ton pick-up above 8500 # GVWR CAUTION! Do not overload vehicle beyond GVWR or GAWR.
8.) Keep spreader unit and components in proper working condition. Replace missing or damaged safety signs. 9.) Unauthorized modifications to the spreader and related components may impair the function and /or safety of the device. PSV PICK-UP SPREADER OPERATOR AND PARTS MANUAL |...
11.) Do not climb on or in the spreader during operations. Do not ride on the spreader while the vehicle is in motion. 12.) Do not operate a spreader that is in need of maintenance and repair. SAFETY DECALS AND LOCATIONS: PSV PICK-UP SPREADER OPERATOR AND PARTS MANUAL |...
September 11, 2014 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS: FIGURE #1 STEP 1: BEFORE INSTALLING PSV, BOLT (2) 2” X 4” BOARDS TO PRE-EXISTING HOLES IN BOTTOM OF HOPPER SIDE GUSSETS ON BOTH SIDES OF THE BODY PSV PICK-UP SPREADER OPERATOR AND PARTS MANUAL |...
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[AIR-FLO MANUFACTURING CO., INC.] September 11, 2014 STEP 2: USE THE (4) PRE-EXISTING TIE DOWN HOOKS TO SECURE THE PSV TO THE TRUCK BED FIGURE #2 PSV PICK-UP SPREADER OPERATOR AND PARTS MANUAL |...
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Notes: Verify with the vehicle’s manufacturer that the factory installed anchor points are designed for this application Periodically check that the spreader mounting hardware is securely tightened PSV PICK-UP SPREADER OPERATOR AND PARTS MANUAL |...
2. “ON” Position: While this switch is in this position and the engine is running, the spreader feed chain and the spinner disk will dispense the ice control material at the normal regulated rate. PSV PICK-UP SPREADER OPERATOR AND PARTS MANUAL |...
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After the engine starts, move the throttle switch to the “IDLE” position to release the choke (hold switch for 1/2 - 1 second) 3.) Stopping the Engine: a.) To stop the engine, push the toggle switch to the “OFF” position PSV PICK-UP SPREADER OPERATOR AND PARTS MANUAL |...
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DO NOT ATTEMPT TO FREE THE FEED CHAIN BY USING A PIPE OR SIMILAR TOOL TOMOVE OR DISLODGE THE CHAIN. If the feed chain is moved, the gears within the gear case will strip. This action will void the warranty. PSV PICK-UP SPREADER OPERATOR AND PARTS MANUAL |...
The correct distance between these two points is 26” – 30”. (Note: see the diagram below for clarification.) PSV PICK-UP SPREADER OPERATOR AND PARTS MANUAL |...
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10.) Engine repair – maintain the spreader engine according to the Engine Owner’s Manual. This manual is shipped with the spreader. The engine warranty is covered by Briggs and Stratton. If service is required, contact an authorized Briggs and Stratton Service Center. PSV PICK-UP SPREADER OPERATOR AND PARTS MANUAL |...
INC.] September 11, 2014 SCREEN HOLD DOWN PINS INVERTED “V” FOR PSV – 8E (40134) (40121) INVERTED “V” FOR PSV – 8L (40187) HANDLE COVER (09038) DOOR (40138) DOOR HANDLE LOCK (40139) PSV PICK-UP SPREADER OPERATOR AND PARTS MANUAL |...
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[AIR-FLO MANUFACTURING CO., INC.] September 11, 2014 8 SCREENS (34039) 6.5 SCREENS (34015) HOOD LATCH (28002) ENGINE HOOD (40259) PSV PICK-UP SPREADER OPERATOR AND PARTS MANUAL |...
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ELECTRIC CLUTCH (40032) PILLOW BLOCK BEARING (05001) 40816 SPROCKET ENGINE TABLE HOSE CLAMP (06001) (40183) (07207) MOTOR MOUNT 1-1/8” FLANGE BEARING 20:1 GEARBOX (40182) (05008) (03001) DRIVE SHAFT WITH WELDED SPROCKETS (40148) PSV PICK-UP SPREADER OPERATOR AND PARTS MANUAL |...
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September 11, 2014 SOLENOID (07012) -LOCATED ON INSIDE OF MOTOR MOUNT #40 DRIVE CHAIN (04038) NOTE: MISCELLANIOUS PARTS NOT SHOWN ABOVE INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING: KEY STOCK (19002) KEYSTOCK (19010) 40812 SPROCKET (06012) PSV PICK-UP SPREADER OPERATOR AND PARTS MANUAL |...
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September 11, 2014 HAIRPIN COTTER PIN (21006) DEFLECTOR ADJUSTMENT ROD (40048) CHUTE BODY STD. (40152) CHUTE BODY + 12” EXT. (40153) 1” PILLOW BLOCK BEARINGS (05001) SPINNER SHAFT WITH SPROCKET STD. (14002) PSV PICK-UP SPREADER OPERATOR AND PARTS MANUAL |...
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[AIR-FLO MANUFACTURING CO., INC.] September 11, 2014 SPINNER CHAIN (04039) SPINNER DISK (40151) SPINNER HUB PIN (19007) PSV PICK-UP SPREADER OPERATOR AND PARTS MANUAL |...
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INC.] September 11, 2014 DRAG CHAIN PIN (04106) DRAG CHAIN LINK TAKE-UP BEARING SHAFT WITH WELDED (04105) (05004) ON ROLLERS (40186) TAKE-UP ADJUSTMENT NUT (01368) DRAG CHAIN FOR PSV-8L (40216) ROD (01367) PSV PICK-UP SPREADER OPERATOR AND PARTS MANUAL |...
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DRAG CHAIN FOR PSV-8E (40155) DRAG CHAIN FOR PSV-6.5E (40218) DRAG CHAIN FOR PSV-6.5L (40217) SPINNER SHAFT WITH SPROCKET + 12” EXT. (14003) ELECTRIC SPINNER SHAFT STD. (14025) ELECTRIC SPINNER SHAFT + 12” EXT. (14024) PSV PICK-UP SPREADER OPERATOR AND PARTS MANUAL |...
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[AIR-FLO MANUFACTURING CO., INC.] September 11, 2014 PSV GAS ENGINE WIRE DIAGRAM OPEN BLACK WHITE WHITE BROWN YELLOW GREEN OPEN WHITE FUSE TO GROUND (CHASSIS) HOT WIRE TO POWER SOURCE PSV PICK-UP SPREADER OPERATOR AND PARTS MANUAL |...
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[AIR-FLO MANUFACTURING CO., INC.] September 11, 2014 PSV PICK-UP SPREADER CAB CONTROL PANEL (6 – WIRE) SPINNER START CHOKE 07152 07153 07154 TOGGLE SWITCH MOMENTARY SWITCH MOMENTARY 3 POSITION FOR STARTER TOGGLE FOR THROTTLE YELLOW WHITE BLACK BROWN GREEN PSV PICK-UP SPREADER OPERATOR AND PARTS MANUAL |...
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[AIR-FLO MANUFACTURING CO., INC.] September 11, 2014 PSV SPREADER SIDE WIRING HARNESS (#40044) 07150 FEMALE CONNECTOR 07151 MALE CONNECTOR BLACK GREEN WHITE BROWN YELLOW (FUSE) (SOLENOID) (CLUTCH) (GROUND) (THROTTLE) (THROTTLE) PSV PICK-UP SPREADER OPERATOR AND PARTS MANUAL |...
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If unable to connect, replace chain. ELECTRIC BOX AND CONNECTOR MAINTENANCE: 1. Keep box clean and unexposed to moisture as much as possible 2. Keep electrical connections clean and lubricated with di-electric grease PSV PICK-UP SPREADER OPERATOR AND PARTS MANUAL |...
No person is authorized to give any other warranty or to assume any additional obligation on the Manufacturer’s behalf unless made in writing and signed by the Manufacturer. ® PSV PICK-UP SPREADER OPERATOR AND PARTS MANUAL |...
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