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- Page 1 Form No. MSC11073 Rev B Owner's Manual TGS 800 Tailgate Spreader Part No. TGS08000—Serial No. 400000000 and Up Part No. TGS11072—Serial No. 400000000 and Up *MSC11073* Register at www.bossplow.com. Original Instructions (EN)
- Page 2 This product complies with all relevant European directives; for details, please see the separate product Model No. specific Declaration of Conformity (DOC) sheet. BOSS Products limited consumer warranty and BOSS Serial No. Products commercial warranty policies are located at www.bossplow.com. This manual identifies potential hazards and has safety messages identified by the safety-alert symbol Patents Pending.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Class IV receiver hitch. Do not exceed the vehicle Lubrication ............20 hitch rating. Greasing the Machine........20 Storage ..............20 • The TGS 800 can hold a maximum weight of 362 Troubleshooting ............21 kg (800 lb) of salt. Do not exceed this weight. -
Page 4: Operation
Operation • Read the Owner’s Manual before operating or servicing the spreader. • Do not operate the machine while ill, tired, or under the influence of alcohol or drugs. • For vehicle-mounted spreaders, always follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for proper parking procedures. -
Page 5: Safety And Instructional Decals
Safety and Instructional Decals Safety decals and instructions are easily visible to the operator and are located near any area of potential danger. Replace any decal that is damaged or missing. decaltgs06269b TGS06269 1. Warning—read the Owner’s 4. Warning—turn the machine 7. - Page 6 decaltgs05896 decalmsc14468 TGS05896 MSC14468 1. Important—read the 2. The lock pin must be fully 1. Read the Owner’s 4. Read the Owner’s Owner’s Manual. engaged before using the Manual for information Manual for information machine. on attaching the spreader. on removing the spreader. 2.
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Page 7: Setup
Setup Secure the spreader connectors end of the vehicle wire harness (Figure 3) to the center of the rear vehicle bumper with a cable tie. Note: Either the slide-in or RT3 attachment is Route the wire harness along the driver-side required to install this machine. -
Page 8: Installing The Slide-In Attachment
Installing the Slide-In Slide the hitch on the spreader into the receiver hitch of your vehicle and line up the second hole Attachment on the spreader hitch with the hole in the hitch of your vehicle (Figure Mount the slide-in attachment to the spreader using 4 bolts (1/2 inch) and locknuts (1/2 inch) Note: If the spreader contacts the bumper of... -
Page 9: Installing The Rt3 Attachment
Rotate the pads on the stabilizer arms until they are tight against your truck bumper and tighten the jam nut to secure them (Figure Slide the ends of the ratchet straps between the bumper and tailgate on your vehicle and attach them to a solid point on the truck frame rail. - Page 10 DANGER The spreader is heavy and could cause serious injury or property damage if it falls off your vehicle. Ensure that the top pin of the RT3 attachment is fully locked into place and that the safety latch is down. Attach the stabilizer arms to the spreader frame using 8 bolts (3/8 inch) and 8 locknuts (3/8 inch) and torque the bolts to 27 Nm (19.7 ft-lb) as...
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Page 11: Installing The Spreader Controller
Installing the Spreader Controller Mount the controller in the cab where it does not interfere with vehicle operation or visibility. Important: Do not mount the controller in a location that vehicle occupants could contact it during a crash. Attach the mounting bracket to the vehicle using 2 sheet-metal screws (Figure 14). -
Page 12: Product Overview
Product Overview • Feed speed display—shows the feeder motor speed • Power LED—when green, it indicates that the controller is on or the motors are running. When amber, it indicates that the spreader is clearing a jam. When flashing red, it indicates that the spreader is jammed or has been disconnected. -
Page 13: Specifications
Specifications Note: Specifications and design are subject to change without notice. Hopper height 66 cm (26 inches) Hopper width 91 cm (36 inches) Hopper depth 53 cm (21 inches) Spreader weight (empty) 100 kg (220 lb) Capacity 0.3 m (11 ft... -
Page 14: Operation
Operation Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Mounting the Spreader Removing the Spreader Equipped with the Slide-In Equipped with the Slide-In Attachment Attachment Ensure that the spreader controller is off. Ensure that the spreader controller is off. Slide the hitch of the spreader into the receiver Unplug the spreader wire harness from the hitch of your vehicle and line up the second hole... -
Page 15: Mounting The Spreader
Mounting the Spreader Push the spreader forward and lower the bottom pin of the RT3 attachment onto the hitch hook. Equipped with the RT3 Attachment Tip the spreader upright until the top pin of the RT3 attachment locks into place. Ensure that the spreader controller is off. -
Page 16: Loading The Spreader
Grip the spreader firmly and step on the leg assembly to rotate it back until the bottom pin of the RT3 attachment clears the hook on the RT3 hitch (Figure 25). DANGER The spreader is heavy and could cause serious injury if dropped. Ensure that your footing is stable, and g186468 Figure 23... -
Page 17: Operating The Spreader
Operating the Spreader Ensure that the spreader controller is in the O position, and unplug the spreader wire harness from the vehicle wire harness. DANGER Pull the spinner spring pin outward and lock it Hands, feet, and clothing can get caught in into the keeper slot (Figure 26). -
Page 18: Adjusting The Material Deflectors
CAUTION The spreader throws material at a high speed that could cause minor injuries to bystanders. Bystanders should stay a minimum of 7.6 m (25 ft) away from operating spreaders. Once the hopper is empty, turn off the spreader controller. Swing the spinner assembly back into place and release the spinner spring pin. -
Page 19: Adjusting The Spreader Vibration
Adjusting the Spreader Vibration Ensure that the spreader controller is in the O position, and unplug the spreader wire harness from the vehicle wire harness. Remove the hopper cover and top screen. Loosen the vibration tray bolts, and move the plate to the desired position (Figure 31). -
Page 20: Maintenance
Maintenance WARNING Failure to properly maintain the machine could result in premature failure of machine systems causing possible harm to you or bystanders. Keep the machine well maintained and in good working order as indicated in these instructions. Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure... -
Page 21: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action The controller has no power. 1. The spade connector is not connected 1. Connect the spade connector to the to the ignition switch power source. ignition switch power source. 2. The the ignition switch, battery, or 2. - Page 22 Notes:...
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