Fast-Cast 1CS6E - Aluminum Hopper with Stainless Steel Body & Electric Motor
Fast-Cast 1CS6H - Aluminum Hopper with Stainless Steel Body & Gas Motor
Fast-Cast 1CS6CPH - Poly Hopper with Carbon Steel Body & Gas Motor
1CS6E
Electric Spreader
Revised 7 February 2011
Curtis Industries Inc. LLC, 111 Higgins St., Worcester, MA 01606 TEL: (800) 343-7676 FAX: (508) 854-3377 For Parts and information visit us at www.Curtisindustries.net
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Summary of Contents for Sno-Pro Fast-Cast 550 series
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® ™ FAST-CAST 550 SERIES SPREADERS Assembly and Owner's Manual - January 2011 Fast-Cast 1CS6E - Aluminum Hopper with Stainless Steel Body & Electric Motor Fast-Cast 1CS6H - Aluminum Hopper with Stainless Steel Body & Gas Motor Fast-Cast 1CS6CPH - Poly Hopper with Carbon Steel Body & Gas Motor...
IMPORTANT: Before you Start... ► Do not attempt to operate this Spreader until you have read and understand all warnings and instructions in the Owner’s manual and on Spreader unit. Failure to read and follow all warnings and instructions may lead to serious injuries or death. ► For your safety, warning and information decals have been affixed to this product to remind all operators of safety precautions. If decals are marked, damaged or destroyed, replace with new decals ordered from Curtis Industries, LLC. DANGER MOVING PART HAZARD ■ NEVER enter Hopper Box while Conveyor Chain is moving. ■ DO NOT RIDE on any part of the Spreader while vehicle is in motion. ■...
IMPORTANT ■ Always check areas to be spread to be sure no hazardous conditions or substances are in the area. ■ Never operate equipment when under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medication that might alter your judgement and / or reaction time. ■...
Sno-Pro Fast-Cast 550 Spreader Section 1. Installation Instructions When choosing a location 1A. The Fast-Cast 550 Spreader is designed for mounting in the bed of most Utility Vehicles. Four Hold-Down for the Control Panel, do not position the Panel in line with Assemblies are provided for securing the Spreader to IMPORTANT the Driver’s or Passenger’s seat the Vehicle. to ensure the Control Panel is For Pickup Truck Installation not hit accidentally.
Sno-Pro Fast-Cast 550 Spreader 1D. (continued) Figure 3. 1CS6E-C Electric Spreader Cab Control Failure to attach this Chain may result in an accidental Body Dump, damaging the WARNING Spreader, the Utility Vehicle, persons seated in the Vehicle, or standing nearby.
Sno-Pro Fast-Cast 550 Spreader Section 3. Fast-Cast 550 Spreader Drawings 2D. Material Chute Deflectors Adjust the Material Deflectors to fine tune the The following pages show the dimensions, parts spread pattern. Keep all Material Deflectors at the and specifications of the Fast-Cast 550 Spreader. same angle. For a larger spread pattern: Raise Deflectors. For a smaller spread pattern: Lower Deflectors. Fast-Cast 550 Spreader Models Never attempt to adjust WARNING Material Deflectors while 1CS6H Spreader is operating. • 5.5 Hp Honda 2E.
Sno-Pro Fast-Cast 550 Spreader 1CS6 Fast-Cast 550 Spreader Assembly Overview - Illustrated Parts List REAR VIEW SIDE VIEW 58.50 40.00 37.00 FAST-CAST 550 Series ® 23.50 33.38 38.00 REAR VIEW Part Number Item Qty. Description ALUM HOPPER/SS BASE POLY HOPPER/SS BASE...
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Sno-Pro Fast-Cast 550 Spreader 1CS6 Drive Assembly - Illustrated Parts List Side View typical of both sides REAR VIEW A - A Item Part Description Qty. 1CS6-P3-375 3.75 HP Engine 1CS6-P4-02 # 40 Spinner Drive Chain 1CS6-P4-03 # 40 Clutch Drive Chain...
Sno-Pro Fast-Cast 550 Spreader 1CS6 Fast-Cast 550 Spreader Control Diagram for Gas Motor Powered Spreaders CAB CONNECTIONS WHITE - CONVEYOR GREEN - GROUND BLACK - ENGINE 1CS6-P5-05-2 26' LONG SANDER CONNECTIONS WHITE - CONVEYOR GREEN - GROUND BLACK - ENGINE...
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Sno-Pro Fast-Cast 550 Spreader 1CS6E Electric Drive Assembly - Illustrated Parts List Item No. Description Part Number Qty. Electric Motor 1CS6E-M Electric Motor Mounting Plate 1CS6E-MP 3/8"-16 x 3/4" Hex Bolt SS 1CS6E-HWK 3/8" Flat Washer SS 1CS6E-HWK 3/8" Split Lock Washer SS 1CS6E-HWK 3/8"-16 Hex Nut SS...
Sno-Pro Fast-Cast 550 Spreader 1CS6E-H Electrical Harness for Electric Motor Spreaders SB 50 Red Multipole 10 Ga Black Connector 8 ft. Long 10 Ga Red 8 ft. Long Powerpole SB 50 Red Connectors Multipole 10 Ga Green Connector 20 ft. Long 10 Ga Yellow 20 ft.
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Sno-Pro Fast-Cast 550 Spreader 1CS6 Optional Pick Up Chute Assembly (includes 1SM6 Mount) - Illustrated Parts List Part Number Item Description Qty. STAINLESS STEEL CHUTE CARBON STEEL CHUTE Material Chute Assembly 1CS6-P10-00 1CS6-P10-A00 Material Deflector - Hinged 1TS17A-E6 1CS6-P4-22 Material Deflector - Adjustable...
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Sno-Pro Fast-Cast 550 Spreader 1SM6 Optional Pickup Truck Mount - Illustrated Parts List Item Part Description Qty. 1CS6-P10-20 Receiver Mount 1CS6-P10-04 Sill Mounting Angle 1CS6-P10-01 Bumper Angle 1CS6-P10-07 Sill Mounting Bracket 1CS6-P10-A10-HW Hardware Kit NOTE The 1SM6 Optional Pickup Truck Mount is 2 Assemblies.
Sno-Pro Fast-Cast 550 Spreader 1SM6 - Sill Angle Mounting Diagram THESE TWO SURFACES MUST BE FLUSH 1/2" DIA. 1/4" DIA. 1/4" DIA. DRILLING DETAIL MOUNTING DETAIL NOTE See Parts listing on Page 13. 14 of 18...
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Sno-Pro Fast-Cast 550 Spreader 1CS6 Fast-Cast 550 Spreader - Recommended Installation For Pickup Truck Applications 1. Insert Cable through the two Eyebolts at the front of Hopper. 2. Attach Hook to Tiedown and insert Cable through the loop in the Hook.
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Sno-Pro Fast-Cast 550 Spreader 1CS6-SCR Fast-Cast 550 Spreader Screen Option - Illustrated Parts List Mark and drill hole in Lifting Eye for 1/4" Fastener Item Part Description Qty. 1CS6-P10-32 Screen - 550 Mini 1CS6-P10-33 1/4-20 x 3/4" HHCS 1CS6-P10-34 1/4-20 Hex Nut...
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Sno-Pro Fast-Cast 550 Spreader Fast-Cast 550 Spreader Troubleshooting Chart Engine/Electrical Symptom Possible Problem Solution Engine will not start On/Off Switch on Control Panel Put On/Off Switch in ON position in off position Fuel Tank empty Add fuel Water in fuel...
Sno-Pro Fast-Cast 550 Spreader LIMITED WARRANTY Curtis warrants that Products sold to Customer shall be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for one (1) year from the date of shipment. IN NO EVENT SHALL CURTIS BE LIABLE FOR LOSS OF PROFITS OR INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR OTHER SIMILAR DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF ANY SALE OF PRODUCT OR FROM DEFECTIVE PRODUCT.
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