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TrynEx International, LLC, 531 Ajax Drive, Madison Heights, MI 48071-2429 • www.snowexproducts.com
July 15, 2018
Lit. No. 70445, Rev. 03
Tailgate Pro 575X, Tailgate Pro 1075X
Single-Stage Tailgate Spreader
SP-575X-1, SP-1075X-1
Owner's Manual
CAUTION
Read this manual before installing or operating
the spreader.
This Owner's Manual is for SnowEx
Tailgate Pro spreaders with serial numbers
®
beginning with 160501 and higher.
This document supersedes all editions with an earlier date.
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- Page 1 TrynEx International, LLC, 531 Ajax Drive, Madison Heights, MI 48071-2429 • www.snowexproducts.com July 15, 2018 Lit. No. 70445, Rev. 03 Tailgate Pro 575X, Tailgate Pro 1075X Single-Stage Tailgate Spreader SP-575X-1, SP-1075X-1 Owner's Manual CAUTION Read this manual before installing or operating the spreader.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ............4 OPERATING THE SPREADER ........ 13 Owner's Information Form ........4 Driving and Spreading on Snow and Ice .... 13 SAFETY ..............5 Powering the Control .......... 14 Safety Defi nitions ..........5 Starting and Stopping Spreader ......14 Warning/Caution Labels ........ -
Page 4: Introduction
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... -
Page 5: Safety
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. -
Page 6: Serial Number Label
SAFETY SERIAL NUMBER LABEL Model SP-575X-1 Model SP-1075X-1 Code Defi nition 2-Digit Year 2-Digit Month 2-Digit Day 2-Digit Location Code XXXX 4-Digit Sequential Number ZZZZZZ 5−7-Digit Assembly Part Number Lit. No. 70445, Rev. 03 July 15, 2018... -
Page 7: Safety Precautions
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 lights shall be relocated, or auxiliary directional damage. Read and understand labels and the or brake stoplights shall be installed. -
Page 8: Personal Safety
SAFETY PERSONAL SAFETY VENTILATION • Remove ignition key and put the vehicle in park or WARNING in gear to prevent others from starting the vehicle Vehicle exhaust contains lethal fumes. during installation or service. Breathing these fumes, even in low •... -
Page 9: Torque Chart
SAFETY TORQUE CHART CAUTION Read instructions before assembling. Fasteners should be fi nger 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) -
Page 10: Loading
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. -
Page 11: Mounting The Spreader
MOUNTING THE SPREADER MODEL SP-1075X-1 CAUTION During removal or mounting, securely grip Mounts are sold separately for the model SP-1075X-1 spreader to avoid dropping. spreader. Refer to the instructions packed with the selected mount. The spreader shall be installed according to instructions supplied. -
Page 12: License Plate Installation (If Required)
MOUNTING THE SPREADER LICENSE PLATE INSTALLATION (If Required) Install the license plate to the mounting holes in the frame using two 1/4" x 1/2" machine screws and two 1/4" locknuts. License Plate Mounting Holes Model SP-575X-1 Model SP-1075X-1 Lit. No. 70445, Rev. 03 July 15, 2018... -
Page 13: Operating The Spreader
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 •... -
Page 14: Powering The Control
OPERATING THE SPREADER – CAB CONTROL If any button is pressed on the control, it will wake and WARNING check again for spreader connection. If no spreader is Never operate equipment when under the detected, it will act as described above. If a spreader infl... -
Page 15: Controlling Material Application
OPERATING THE SPREADER – CAB CONTROL CONTROLLING MATERIAL APPLICATION Ready Mode The material application settings can be adjusted Vehicle ignition is set to ACC or ON; cab control is OFF. while spreader is ON or OFF. Settings are shown by Control has power. -
Page 16: Cab Control Codes
OPERATING THE SPREADER – CAB CONTROL CAB CONTROL CODES Setup Codes Code Defi nition Procedure Calibrate the Empty Hopper setting. With control in ON mode, press and hold the left control knob until the Cb code displays. Calibration cycle is automatic.* Clear calibration data for Empty Hopper Press the right control knob to clear all calibration data during the setting;... - Page 17 OPERATING THE SPREADER – CAB CONTROL CAB CONTROL CODES continued Error Codes – Spreader Operation Stopped – continued Code Defi nition Possible Cause Suggested Solution Not applicable to tailgate Not applicable to tailgate Reset the control by pressing the ON/OFF spreaders.
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Page 18: Setup Procedures
OPERATING THE SPREADER – CAB CONTROL SETUP PROCEDURES Adjust LED Brightness Level (SL and LS Codes) Calibrate the Empty Hopper Setting The brightness setting of the cab control lights can be (Cb and EH Codes) adjusted from 1 to 16. The factory default setting is 8. Calibrating the empty hopper setting enables the cab 1. -
Page 19: Spreading Tips
OPERATING THE SPREADER SPREADING TIPS • Spread ice melters with the storm to prevent unmanageable levels of ice. • Never exceed 10 mph (16 km/h) when spreading. • For a wider pass, increase spinner speed. • For a heavier pass, drive slower. •... -
Page 20: Maintenance
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 •... -
Page 21: Harness Wiring Diagram
HARNESS WIRING DIAGRAM Cab Control 18 ga Red 4-Way Connector To Vehicle Switched Accessory Vehicle Control Harness To Vehicle CHMSL Signal (tap located in cab) Connectors 18 ga Shielded Twisted-Pair Cable 10 ga Red Fuse 10 ga Red 12 ga Black 10 ga Black Vehicle Cable... -
Page 22: Troubleshooting Guide
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Please see your distributor for service. The troubleshooting reference table below may guide you in diagnosing the issue. For a reference table of the cab control error codes, see the "Operating the Spreader – Cab Control" section of this manual. - Page 23 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Problem Possible Cause Suggested Solution Unplug the spreader harness and tag out, if required, before performing any of the following repairs. 1. Open access cover and check motor, 1. Electrical connections are loose. harness, and module connections. Motor does not run. 2.
- Page 24 Do not exceed vehicle ratings with a spreader. Patent pending. TrynEx International offers a limited warranty for all spreaders and accessories. See separately printed page for this important information. The following is a registered ( ® trademark of Douglas Dynamics, LLC: SnowEx ® Printed in U.S.A.
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