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TABLE OF CONTENTS Continued from page 1 Gas Models Hydraulic Models: Chute Length Adjustment ...........67 Relay Kit Installation Instructions............47 Changing from Short Chute to Long Chute Confi guration ....67 Changing from Long Chute to Short Chute Confi guration ....68 Cab Control Wiring Instructions: 11-Pin Harness ........
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Continued from page 2 TAILGATE SPREADERS ................82 PRO-FLO™ 525/900 LOW-PROFILE TAILGATE SPREADERS ..92 Electrical System ..................83 Harness Testing ................93 OPERATING THE SPREADER ..............84 Checking Vehicle Control Harness ..........93 Controlling Material Application ..............84 Tailgate Harness/Cable............94 Cab Control Modes ...................84 Checking Spreader Harness Assembly ...........96 Cab Control Codes ...................85 Checking Vehicle Spreader Harness ..........96...
• Torque wrench • Spare fuses: • Allen wrench set 100A – main for electric Service of your WESTERN spreader equipment is • Combination standard wrench set best performed by your local WESTERN products 25A – ATC vibrator outlet. They know your spreader best and are •...
SAFETY SAFETY DEFINITIONS WARNING/CAUTION AND WARNING NOTE: If labels are missing or cannot be read, INSTRUCTION LABELS see your sales outlet. Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in death or Become familiar with and inform users about the serious personal injury.
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SAFETY WARNING/CAUTION AND INSTRUCTION LABELS Spreaders with swing mount NOTE: If labels are missing or cannot be read, option only. Become familiar with and inform users about the see your sales outlet. warning and instruction labels on the spreader. ROTATING AUGER CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH •...
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SAFETY SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING CAUTION Improper installation and operation could cause Vehicles <10,000 lb GVWR: Obstructing • Do not operate a spreader in need of personal injury, and/or equipment and property the visibility from the vehicle's rear camera maintenance. damage. Read and understand labels and the could result in serious injury or damage.
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FUSES VENTILATION The WESTERN ® electrical and hydraulic systems WARNING contain several automotive-style fuses. If a problem should occur and fuse replacement is necessary, Vehicle exhaust contains lethal fumes.
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SAFETY BATTERY SAFETY REAR VISION SYSTEMS TORQUE CHART CAUTION WARNING CAUTION Batteries normally produce explosive Vehicles <10,000 lb GVWR: Obstructing Read instructions before assembling. gases, which can cause personal injury. the visibility from the vehicle's rear camera Fasteners should be fi nger tight until Therefore, do not allow fl...
HOPPER SPREADERS: SPECIFICATIONS Gear Box Gas & Hydraulic: Oil Specifi cation NOTE: The blue gear box is lubricated for life • Mobil SHC 632, Exxon SHP 320, or equivalent and does not require oil changes. synthetic gear oil SAE grade 80W90 synthetic DO NOT attempt to drain gear oil.
HOPPER SPREADERS: THEORY OF OPERATION STEEL / POLY HOPPER SPREADERS (ELECTRIC MODELS) The spreader is controlled by a FLEET FLEX Digital signals are sent from the control, passing The vehicle control harness also contains the multiplex electrical system. Using a digital signal, through the two communication wires in the vehicle red switched accessory wire and the orange the control sends inputs to the spreader module...
OPERATING THE HOPPER SPREADER – CAB CONTROLS POWERING THE CONTROL CAB CONTROL MODES Ready Mode Error Mode Power is not applied to the control until the vehicle ignition is turned to ACC or ON. Once the control Vehicle ignition is set to ACC or ON; cab control is When an error condition occurs, spreader has power it performs a light check and displays OFF.
OPERATING THE HOPPER SPREADER – CAB CONTROLS 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 setting;...
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OPERATING THE HOPPER SPREADER – CAB CONTROL Cab Control Codes, continued Error Codes – Spreader Operation Stopped Code Defi nition Possible Cause Suggested Solution Excessive drive faults. Too many HO and/or SO error codes; Control times out for 60 seconds. hopper module overheating.
OPERATING THE HOPPER SPREADER – CAB CONTROL CAB CONTROL – SETUP PROCEDURES Calibrate the Empty Hopper Setting Adjust LED Brightness Level If the control is turned OFF or loses power during the calibration cycle, the calibration data will be (Cb and EH Codes) (LS and SL Codes) lost.
POLY HOPPER SPREADERS – REMOVING THE SPREADER 3. Disconnect the electrical connections at the Do not leave an unsecured spreader CAUTION spreader. standing on its feet. After pulling the truck Before lifting, verify that hopper is empty away, either lower the spreader so that it is of material.
POLY HOPPER SPREADERS – STORAGE The spreader can be stored on end (on its feet) for 4. Secure the spreader to the structure using 2. Remove the spreader from the truck following storage; however, steps must be taken to properly chains or straps to ensure that it cannot tip or the instructions in the Removing the Spreader support it with blocks and secure it.
POLY HOPPER SPREADERS – MAINTENANCE CONVEYOR PINTLE CHAIN TENSION AFTER EACH USE CAUTION Disconnect electric power at spreader 1. Periodically check the conveyor chain tension. CAUTION electrical wiring harness connection and The spreader should be out of the vehicle. To tag out if required before servicing or check the tension, measure in 20"–24"...
POLY HOPPER SPREADERS – CONTROLLING MATERIAL APPLICATION CAB CONTROL MODES The material application settings can be adjusted while spreader is ON or OFF. Settings are shown by the indicator lights around the control knobs. Standby Mode Error Mode When the spreader is OFF, a single LED will light to show the current setting.
POLY HOPPER SPREADERS – TESTING Module Test: Hopper Motor Testing Testing motor amperage draw: Connect the ampere clamp of the meter to either wire motor (FLEET FLEX Electrical System) lead, POSITIVE (+) or NEGATIVE (–). Operate the Check for input of power and ground (minimum spreader at the highest setting on the control.
POLY HOPPER SPREADERS – TESTING POLY HOPPER SPREADER HARNESS TESTING PROCEDURE Checking Vehicle Control Harness 4. With the meter ground lead connected to a (FLEET FLEX SYSTEM) vehicle ground, turn the key ON and check for 12V on pin 5 at the black 6-pin connector. 1.
POLY HOPPER SPREADERS – TESTING Checking Vehicle Spreader Harness 4. With a multimeter, check for battery voltage at To check the license plate light, turn on the pins 1 and 2 of the 8-pin plug. If the voltage is parking lights, and check for battery voltage at low, or if no power exists, check for loose or pin 4.
POLY HOPPER SPREADERS – TESTING Checking Spreader Harness Assembly Check the plate light wire for continuity from the red lead to pin 8 of the 10-pin connector. pin 4 at the 8-pin plug to the brown wire at the There should be continuity. If no continuity is plate light.
POLY HOPPER SPREADERS – 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 Hopper Spreader – Cab Controls section of this manual. Before servicing the spreader: •...
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POLY HOPPER SPREADERS – TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Poly Hopper Spreaders Troubleshooting (continued) Problem Possible Cause Suggested Solution Unplug the spreader harness and tag out, if required, before performing any of the following repairs. 1. Obstruction is preventing rotation. 1. Clear obstruction. 2.
POLY HOPPER SPREADERS – ELECTRICAL SYSTEM POLY HOPPER HARNESS / CABLE ASSEMBLIES LOCATION: NEAR VEHICLE BATTERY CONNECTIONS 6 POS. MOLEX HARNESS, VEHICLE CONTROL MX150 SERIES 4 – BLACK: GROUND 3.0" 3 – BLACK: FROM TWO CONDUCTOR SHIELDED CABLE 2 – RED: FROM TWO CONDUCTOR SHIELDED CABLE 1 –...
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POLY HOPPER SPREADERS – ELECTRICAL SYSTEM POLY HOPPER HARNESS / CABLE ASSEMBLIES HOPPER CHUTE PLATE LIGHT PLATE LIGHT PLATE LIGHT COMMON CHUTE PRESENT BROWN BROWN BLACK BLACK SPLICE BLACK SPINNER MOTOR – MODULE NEG. BLACK ORANGE ORANGE SPINNER MOTOR + MODULE SPIN MAILBOX MODULE:...
POLY HOPPER SPREADERS – ELECTRICAL SYSTEM WIRING – VEHICLE HARNESS DIAGRAM Cab Control 18 ga Red 4-Way Connector To Vehicle Switched Accessory To Vehicle CHMSL Signal (tap located in cab) Connectors 18 ga Shielded Twisted-Pair Cable 6 ga Red 100A Fuse 4 ga Red 18 ga Black...
POLY HOPPER SPREADERS – ELECTRICAL SYSTEM MODULE BOX HARNESS ROUTING DIAGRAM Harness Assembly, Cable Assembly, Conveyor Switches Module to Long, Spinner Motor Conveyor Motor ACC Power Block ACC Relay-Fuse Mounting Locations (Cover Removed) Cable Assembly, BLACK (–) BLACK Long, Spinner Motor ORANGE BLACK BLACK...
POLY HOPPER SPREADERS – SPINNER MOTOR REPLACEMENT REPLACING THE SPINNER MOTOR 1. Disconnect the chute electrical harness and 8. Reinstall the spinner belt over both the motor remove the chute from the spreader. and shaft pulleys. Confi rm that the pulleys are aligned with each other and that the belt is 2.
POLY HOPPER SPREADERS – GEAR BOX SERVICING THE GEAR BOX LUBRICATION GEAR OIL SPECIFICATION Use Mobil SHC 632 or Exxon SHP 320 or equivalent. CAUTION CAUTION Disconnect electric power at spreader Over-greasing may cause seal damage. Breather/ electrical wiring harness connection and The gear case must be fi...
POLY HOPPER SPREADERS – GEAR BOX ASSEMBLY: FLEET FLEX SYSTEM REPLACING THE GEAR BOX Remove the four bolts that mount the gear box 5. Install the motor to the gear box assembly NOTE: Disconnect the spreader electrical assembly to the mounting plate. using four 3/8"-16 x 3/4"...
POLY HOPPER SPREADERS – CONVEYOR CHAIN: FLEET FLEX SYSTEM REPLACING THE CONVEYOR CHAIN Installing the Conveyor Chain Run the spreader to verify that the chain NOTE: For Gas Models: Remove the spark tension is correct and running true. Make plug wire and isolate. For Electric Models: adjustments as needed.
STEEL HOPPER SPREADERS – TESTING STEEL HOPPER SPREADER HARNESS TESTING PROCEDURE Checking Vehicle Control Harness 5. With the meter ground lead connected to a (FLEET FLEX SYSTEM) vehicle ground, turn the key ON and check for 12V on pin 4 at the black 6-pin connector. 1.
STEEL HOPPER SPREADERS – TESTING Checking Vehicle Spreader Harness 4. Take the jumper wire and connect it between Take the jumper wire and connect it between pins 2 and 3 of the black 6-pin connector. Now pins 1 and 3 of the 8-pin plug. Now at the black connect the meter between pins 6 and 7 of the 6-pin connector, check for battery voltage.
STEEL HOPPER SPREADERS – TESTING Checking Spreader Harness Assembly 6. Check the orange CHMSL wire for continuity 9. To check the chute present switch, verify that from pin 5 at the 8-pin plug to the orange wire the chute magnet is in place. Connect the at the CHMSL light.
STEEL HOPPER SPREADERS – TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE For a reference table of the cab control error codes, see the Operating the Spreader – Cab Control section of this manual. Problem Possible Cause Suggested Solution 1. Control connector plug is loose. 1. Check plug connection at cab control. Control not turning on.
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STEEL HOPPER SPREADERS – TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Steel Hopper Spreaders Troubleshooting (continued) Problem Possible Cause Suggested Solution Unplug the spreader harness and tag out, if required, before performing any of the following repairs. 1. Obstruction is preventing rotation. 1. Clear obstruction. 2.
STEEL HOPPER SPREADERS – ELECTRICAL SYSTEM – ELECTRIC MODELS WIRING – VEHICLE HARNESS DIAGRAM Cab Control 18 ga Red 4-Way Connector To Vehicle Switched Accessory To Vehicle CHMSL Signal (tap located in cab) Connectors 18 ga Shielded Twisted-Pair Cable 6 ga Red 100A Fuse 4 ga Red...
STEEL HOPPER SPREADERS – ELECTRICAL SYSTEM – ELECTRIC MODELS STAINLESS STEEL HOPPER HARNESS/CABLE ASSEMBLIES LOCATION: NEAR VEHICLE BATTERY CONNECTIONS HARNESS, VEHICLE CONTROL 6 POS. MOLEX MX150 SERIES 4 – BLACK: GROUND 3.0" 3 – BLACK: FROM TWO CONDUCTOR SHIELDED CABLE 2 –...
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STEEL HOPPER SPREADERS – ELECTRICAL SYSTEM – ELECTRIC MODELS STAINLESS STEEL HOPPER HARNESS/CABLE ASSEMBLIES (continued) MODULE: (PORT A) STROBE – WORK LIGHT SWITCH – WHITE PRE-WET LOCATION: REAR OF VEHICLE – BLACK VIBRATOR – ORANGE LIGHT SWITCH BLUE WORK LIGHT –...
STEEL HOPPER SPREADERS – RELAY KIT INSTALLATION – GAS RELAY KIT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 5. The red wire connected to relay terminal 86 Cab Control NOTE: The Relay Kit (PN 48627) is used to should be connected to a switched 12V source prevent voltage spikes caused by the gas SPINNER START...
STEEL HOPPER SPREADERS – ELECTRICAL: CAB CONTROL WIRING INSTRUCTIONS – GAS 11-PIN HARNESS WARNING Cab Control Wiring Diagram – 11-Pin Harness ON wire connections are engine specifi c. Two-Light Control (Engine ON & Choke Lights) Choke ON Light Light (Red) (Green) Clutch Switch...
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STEEL HOPPER SPREADERS – ELECTRICAL: CAB CONTROL WIRING INSTRUCTIONS – GAS • O range Loop it around and pass it out the large Spreader with Briggs & Stratton Engine Spreader with Honda Engine rubber grommet in the back of the cab control. •...
STEEL HOPPER SPREADERS – TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ELECTRIC CLUTCH Condition Possible Cause Action 1. No ground to clutch. 1. Check for ground at clutch ground wire. 2. No power to clutch. 2a. With the clutch switch in the "ON" position, check gray wire at clutch for battery voltage.
STEEL HOPPER SPREADERS – GAS – ELECTRIC CLUTCH REMOVING & INSTALLING ELECTRIC CLUTCH For clutch with open keyway on fi eld-side 1/4" x 1-1/4" WARNING bearing race, key may need reduced height. Cap Screw Gasoline is highly fl ammable and gasoline Remove the two vapor is explosive.
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STEEL HOPPER SPREADERS – GAS – ELECTRIC CLUTCH Installing Electric Clutch (cont.) 13. Using a straight edge, check the alignment of Latch the spinner shaft and spinner drive sprockets. Tensioner Keeper Adjustment Bolt Pivot Bolt Check alignment Chain Tensioner of sprockets. Lever Tensioner Jam Nut...
STEEL HOPPER SPREADERS – ELECTRIC SPINNER MOTOR REPLACEMENT 1. Disconnect the chute electrical harness and 8. Reinstall the spinner belt over both the motor remove the chute from the spreader. and shaft pulleys. Confi rm that the pulleys are aligned with each other and that the belt is 2.
STEEL HOPPER SPREADERS – ELECTRIC – GEAR BOX ASSEMBLY: FLEET FLEX SYSTEM REPLACING GEAR BOX ON Remove the four bolts that mount the gear box 5. Install the motor to the gear box assembly assembly to the mounting bracket. using four 3/8"-16 x 3/4" cap screws with lock HOPPERS WITH FLEET FLEX SYSTEM washers.
STEEL HOPPER SPREADERS – GAS & HYDRAULIC: GEAR BOX REPLACING THE GEAR BOX Disconnect and isolate the spark plug wire, HYDRAULIC MODELS Installing the Gear Box Assembly electrical connections, or hydraulic lines as applicable. 1. Remove the covers from the hydraulic motor 1.
STEEL HOPPER SPREADERS – GAS & HYDRAULIC: GEAR BOX SERVICING THE GEAR BOX LUBRICATION • Change the chain drive gear case oil once a year. Drain the oil by removing the drain plug at the bottom of the gear case. Refi ll with Mobil SHC 632, CAUTION CAUTION Exxon SHP 320, or equivalent synthetic gear oil.
STEEL HOPPER SPREADERS – GAS, ELECTRIC & HYDRAULIC: CONVEYOR CHAIN: FLEET FLEX SYSTEM REPLACING THE CONVEYOR CHAIN Installing the Conveyor Chain 6. Once the correct chain tension has been NOTE: For Gas Models: Remove the spark achieved, tighten the four bearing mounting plug wire and isolate.
STEEL HOPPER SPREADERS – GAS, ELECTRIC & HYDRAULIC CONVEYOR PINTLE CHAIN TENSION 1. Periodically check the conveyor chain tension. The spreader should be out of the vehicle. To check the tension, measure in 20"–24" from the rear edge of the sills. Push up on the chain with your hand.
STEEL HOPPER SPREADERS – CHUTE ADJUSTMENT: GAS MODELS CHUTE LENGTH ADJUSTMENT The material chute for hopper spreaders with Changing from Short Chute to Long 9. Install the key and sprocket onto the long gasoline engines comes in two lengths. spinner shaft. Locate the sprocket at the same Chute Confi...
STEEL HOPPER SPREADERS – CHUTE ADJUSTMENT: GAS MODELS Changing Long Chute to Short Chute the four fasteners that attach the middle and upper sections. Remove the middle section. Confi guration Upper Bearing b. Install the lower chute section to the upper A short spinner shaft is shipped with the 9' and section using the four upper fasteners 10' hoppers so that the chute can be reconfi...
STEEL HOPPER SPREADERS – CHUTE INSTALLATION: GAS MODELS Install Chute to Spreader – Gas Models 3. Line up the hinge pivot holes. Insert a 5. Using a straight edge, check the alignment of 1/2" x 8-1/4" chute pin on each side, with the the spinner shaft and spinner drive sprockets.
STEEL HOPPER SPREADERS – SPINNER DRIVE ADJUSTMENT: GAS MODELS Adjust Spinner Drive Chain Tension 5. Loosen the tensioner adjustment bolt jam 8. Tighten the tensioner pivot bolt nut to 30 ft-lb. nut and advance the adjustment bolt until it Tighten the tensioner adjustment bolt jam nut. contacts the tensioner pivot bolt nut.
STEEL HOPPER SPREADERS – CHUTE LENGTH ADJUSTMENT: HYDRAULIC MODELS Changing from Short Chute to Long Attach the middle section to the lower section using four 3/8"-16 x 3/4" cap screws, 3/8" nuts, Chute Confi guration − Hydraulic Models 3/8" lock washers, 3/8" fl at washers, and two 1/4"-20 x 3/4"...
STEEL HOPPER SPREADERS – CHUTE ADJUSTMENT: HYDRAULIC MODELS Changing Long Chute to Short Chute 2. Shorten the chute. Confi guration a. Remove the six fasteners that attach the middle and lower sections of the chute and A short spinner shaft is shipped with the 9' and the four fasteners that attach the middle 10' hoppers so that the chute can be reconfi...
STEEL HOPPER SPREADERS – CHUTE INSTALLATION: HYDRAULIC MODELS Install Chute to Spreader – Hydraulic Models 1. Pick up the chute from each side and slide the chute-side hinges over the hopper-side hinges. Two people are recommended for this step. 2. Line up the hinge pivot holes. Insert a 1/2"...
STEEL HOPPER SPREADERS – CHUTE ADJUSTMENT: ELECTRIC MODELS Changing from Short Chute to Long Changing Long Chute to Short Chute 6. Install the rubber bushing into the 1" diameter hole in the back corner of the midsection. Chute Confi guration − Electric Models Confi...
ACCESSORIES – STROBE LIGHT STROBE LIGHT OPERATION The strobe light comes with a pre-set fl ash pattern. In some instances, it is possible for this default pattern to change to a "Steady On" mode. Should this occur, the fl ash pattern can be changed to any of 11 fl...
ACCESSORIES – PRE-WET KIT: FULL-FEATURE CONTROL HARNESS WIRING DIAGRAM TWO-PIN CONNECTOR PRE-WET FOUR-PIN CONTROL CONNECTOR CAB CABLE ASSY VEHICLE CABLE ASSY NOTE: Installation Instructions and Owner's Manual for the Pre-Wet Kits (Lit. No. 70428 and 70429) can be found on the website: IN-LINE FUSE www.westernproducts.com.
ACCESSORIES – PRE-WET KIT: FULL-FEATURE SYSTEM (STEEL & POLY HOPPER SPREADERS) TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Problem Possible Cause Suggested Solution 1. Strainer is clogged. 1. Clean the strainer. 2. Feed line is clogged. 2. Remove the feed line and clear out the clog. 3.
ACCESSORIES – PRE-WET KIT: ON/OFF CONTROL (STEEL & POLY HOPPER SPREADERS) HARNESS WIRING DIAGRAM − ON/OFF ON/OFF SYSTEM STAINLESS STEEL/POLY (GEN 2.5) HOPPERS IN-LINE FUSE Red & Black from spreader module or accessory harness to accessory ACCESSORY POWER BLOCK power block. Orange wire from spreader module or accessory switch.
ACCESSORIES – PRE-WET KIT: ON/OFF CONTROL (STEEL & POLY HOPPER SPREADERS) TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Problem Possible Cause Suggested Solution 1. Loose electrical connection. 1. Check all electrical connections for corrosion. 2. Blown fuse. 2. Replace the fuse. Pump is not operating. 3.
ACCESSORIES – PRE-WET KIT: MAINTENANCE PERIODIC MAINTENANCE CLEANING END OF SEASON AND STORAGE • Wash unit after each use to prevent material • Clean the unit as desired. When power • Before long periods of storage, fl ush out the build-up and corrosion.
ACCESSORIES – PRE-WET KIT ELECTRICAL SCHEMATICS IN-LINE FUSE RED & BLACK from module to ACCESSORY POWER BLOCK acc power block. ORANGE wire from module. PRE-WET RELAY ASSEMBLY ON/OFF, PLUG MOTOR INTO RELAY OUTPUT 2-PIN MOLDED PUMP MOTOR PLUG. ON/OFF SYSTEM, STAINLESS STEEL/POLY (GEN 2.5) HOPPERS IN-LINE FUSE RED &...
TAILGATE SPREADERS: OPERATING THE SPREADER – CAB CONTROL CONTROLLING MATERIAL APPLICATION CAB CONTROL MODES The material application settings can be adjusted Standby Mode Error Mode while spreader is ON or OFF. Settings are shown by the indicator lights around the control knobs. When an error condition occurs, spreader Vehicle ignition is set to ACC or ON;...
TAILGATE SPREADERS: 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 setting;...
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TAILGATE SPREADERS: OPERATING THE SPREADER – CAB CONTROL CAB CONTROL Troubleshooting (continued) Error Codes – Spreader Operation Stopped – continued Code Defi nition Possible Cause Suggested Solution Not applicable to tailgate Not applicable to tailgate spreaders. Reset the control by pressing the ON/OFF button. If CP code continues to display, contact spreaders.
TAILGATE SPREADERS: OPERATING THE SPREADER – CAB CONTROL SETUP PROCEDURE Calibrate the Empty Hopper Setting Adjust LED Brightness Level Once the empty hopper setting has been calibrated, the EH code will fl ash on the display (Cb and EH Codes) (LS and SL Codes) and a beep will sound whenever the hopper is empty.
TAILGATE SPREADERS: OPERATING THE SPREADER AUTO-REVERSE (Ar) FEATURE The Ar sequence will make up to fi ve attempts to To adjust the baffl e extension, the material baffl e clear the jam. The status display will fl ash Ar then a and extension must be removed, adjusted, and number, and repeat as it counts down from 5 to 1.
TAILGATE SPREADERS: 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 Tailgate Spreaders: Operating the Spreader – Cab Control section of this manual. Before servicing the spreader: •...
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TAILGATE SPREADERS: TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE TAILGATE SPREADERS Troubleshooting (continued) Problem Possible Cause Suggested Solution Unplug the spreader harness and tag out, if required, before performing any of the following repairs. 1. Electrical connections are loose. 1. Open access cover and check motor, harness, and module connections.
TAILGATE SPREADERS: HARNESS WIRING DIAGRAM Cab Control 18 ga Red 4-Way Connector To Vehicle Switched Accessory To Vehicle CHMSL Signal Vehicle Control Harness (tap located in cab) Connectors 18 ga Shielded Twisted-Pair Cable 6 ga Red Fuse 6 ga Red 5-POST SPREADER MODULE To Port A 12 ga Black...
TAILGATE SPREADERS: PRO-FLO™ 525/900 LOW-PROFILE TAILGATE SPREADERS HARNESS TESTING Tools Needed: Checking Vehicle Control Harness 4. Check for continuity between pin 1 at the black 6-pin connector and pin 4 of the white 4-pin Disconnect the vehicle control harness from the connector in the cab.
TAILGATE SPREADERS: PRO-FLO™ 525/900 LOW-PROFILE TAILGATE SPREADERS TAILGATE HARNESS/CABLE Location: Near Vehicle Battery Connections Vehicle Control Harness To Switched Accessory Tap 4 – BLACK: GROUND 3 – BLACK: FROM TWO CONDUCTOR SHIELDED CABLE SPREADER 2 – RED: FROM TWO CONDUCTOR SHIELDED CABLE 1 –...
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TAILGATE SPREADERS: PRO-FLO™ 525/900 LOW-PROFILE TAILGATE SPREADERS TAILGATE HARNESS/CABLE MODULE: Tailgate Harness Assembly (Green Tag) (PORT B) B – CHUTE PRESENT (TIE TO GND) F – RED: +12V K – BLACK: BATTERY (–) 6 – TAN C – TAN FRONT VIEW C –...
TAILGATE SPREADERS: PRO-FLO™ 525/900 LOW-PROFILE TAILGATE SPREADERS Checking Vehicle Spreader Harness Checking Spreader Harness Assembly 5. With the positive (red) lead of the meter connected to pin 1 of the ground (black) 7-pin plug, take the black lead and check pin 5 of 1.
TAILGATE SPREADERS: LOW-PRO 300W LOW-PRO 300W TAILGATE SPREADER Checking Wireless Control for Output 1. The spreader must be receiving power from WARNING the vehicle to pair and program the wireless The spinner will start immediately upon key fob control. Begin by unplugging the Verify that the control battery is good: connecting power while in manual override spreader from the 7-way plug.
TAILGATE SPREADERS: LOW-PRO 300W PROGRAMMING AND PAIRING THE WIRELESS KEY FOB CONTROL 2. While the blue light is fl ashing, press the 2. Press and hold the "50%" button on the wireless key fob control buttons in the following wireless key fob control. While holding the Resetting the Wireless Control Module sequence: button, push the toggle switch UP into the...
TAILGATE SPREADERS: LOW-PRO 300W WIRELESS COMPLIANCE This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation of this device is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
TAILGATE SPREADERS: LOW-PRO 300W TROUBLESHOOTING Spreader Auger Fuse blown Jammed auger Fix or replace does not run interference Material issue Too much Bad motor/trans Bad motor; 4A to 20A draw, amperage draw assembly contact distributor no load – good >20A draw, no load –...
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