Western ICE BREAKER Hopper Spreader Installation Instructions Manual

Western ICE BREAKER Hopper Spreader Installation Instructions Manual

Regular and high capacity

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Lit. No. 95900, Rev. 00
September 1, 2006
Regular and High Capacity
ICE BREAKER™
Hopper Spreader
Installation Instructions
CAUTION
Read this manual and engine owner's manual
before installing or operating the spreader.
This manual is for WESTERN
ICE BREAKER™ Hopper Spreaders with serial numbers
®
beginning with 0609 and higher.

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  • Page 1 Regular and High Capacity ICE BREAKER™ Hopper Spreader Installation Instructions CAUTION Read this manual and engine owner’s manual before installing or operating the spreader. This manual is for WESTERN ICE BREAKER™ Hopper Spreaders with serial numbers ® beginning with 0609 and higher.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY INFORMATION ............................1 Before You Begin .............................. 1 Torque Chart ..............................2 Gasoline Warning Label ............................ 3 Warning/Caution Label ............................. 3 LOADING ................................4 Certification ............................... 4 Material Weights ............................... 4 Regular Capacity Load Weight ......................... 4 High Capacity Load Weight ..........................
  • Page 3: Safety Information

    SAFETY INFORMATION WARNING WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation Hydraulic fluid under pressure could cause skin that, if not avoided, could result in death or injection injury. If you are injured by hydraulic serious personal injury. fluid, get medical attention immediately. CAUTION CAUTION If rear directional, CHMSL light or brake...
  • Page 4: Torque Chart

    SAFETY INFORMATION TORQUE CHART CAUTION Batteries normally produce explosive gases that can cause personal injury. Therefore, do CAUTION not allow flames, sparks, or lit tobacco to Read instructions before assembling. come near battery. When charging or working Fasteners should be finger tight until near a battery, always cover your face and instructed to tighten according to the torque protect your eyes, and also provide ventilation.
  • Page 5: Gasoline Warning Label

    SAFETY INFORMATION Please become familiar with the Warning Gasoline Warning Label and Caution labels on the spreader! WARNING NOTE: If labels are missing or cannot be read, see Gasoline is flammable. your sales outlet. • Turn off engine and allow it to cool before filling gas tank. •...
  • Page 6: Loading

    LOADING This Manual covers vehicles which have been Certification recommended for carrying the hopper spreader. Please see your local dealer for proper vehicle NOTE: All new untitled vehicle installations require applications. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Altered Vehicle Certification Labeling. Installer to verify struck load of snow or ice control WARNING material does not exceed vehicle GVWR or GAWR...
  • Page 7: Spreader Mounting Instructions

    SPREADER MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS Mounting the Spreader onto the Vehicle High Capacity: Lift spreader by hooking all four loops located at the corners of the hopper. NOTE: Periodically through the snow season, verify the mounting devices are secure. Loops 1. Remove the tailgate from the truck. WARNING Before lifting, verify hopper is empty of material.
  • Page 8 SPREADER MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS 3. Before lowering the spreader, place lengths of lumber (2" x 4" x 48" minimum) under the side ribs. By elevating the spreader off of the vehicle, it is easier to remove excess material that Spacer accumulates under the spreader. Side Ribs Ends of Sills 2"...
  • Page 9: Chute Attachment Instructions

    CHUTE ATTACHMENT INSTRUCTIONS Chute Assembly – Center Belt Drive 4. Install the belt between the spinner shaft pulley and the gear case pulley. Raise chute up to bottom of engine base and tighten four mounting NOTE: Chute Assembly is a two person activity. bolts.
  • Page 10: Chute Assembly - Center Belt Drive Hydraulic Hopper

    CHUTE ATTACHMENT INSTRUCTIONS Chute Assembly – Center Belt Drive 4. Push the chute assembly toward the front of the vehicle. DO NOT tighten the bolts at this time. Hydraulic Hopper 5. Install the belt between the spinner shaft pulley NOTE: Chute Assembly is a two person activity. and the gear case pulley.
  • Page 11: Wiring And Harness Plug Instructions

    WIRING AND HARNESS PLUG INSTRUCTIONS Wiring Instructions Harness Plug and Hook Instructions To properly wire the hopper spreader, please adhere 1. Install the plug cover as shown. to the following recommended installation sequence. 1. Install either the Spreader or Vehicle Battery Kit per the instructions included with the kit.
  • Page 12: Choke Adjustment Procedure

    CHOKE ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE Tecumseh Choke Adjustment Procedure 1. The choke linkage and choke adjustment screw is Choke Butterfly shipped from the factory with the choke butterfly Choke Adjustment set to 75% fully closed choke. Screw Retainer Screw 2. With the choke set at 100% the engine will not stay running in the choked position.
  • Page 13: Hydraulic Unit Installation Instructions

    HYDRAULIC UNIT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Hydraulic Unit Installation Cab Control Valve Installation Recommended sequence of installation is as follows: 1. With the seat fully forward, select a suitable location to mount the cab control valve allowing 1. Pump (not provided). for the operator to adjust the control and to turn it ON and OFF.
  • Page 14: Dual Hydraulic Circuit Diagram

    DUAL HYDRAULIC CIRCUIT DIAGRAM Typical Hydraulic Circuit Dedicated Fixed Displacement Pump PUMP 23 GPM Min VALVE 1500 PSI Rated to 40 GPM 1500 PSI Inlet Flow from Tank Controlled Flow to Conveyor Motor: Excess Flow 10 GPM (max.) @ 1500 PSI to Tank Return Flow to Tank...
  • Page 15: Final Adjustments

    FINAL ADJUSTMENTS Drive Chain and Conveyor Chain Final Checklist Verify correct engine oil level. (See engine Check engine to electric clutch chain tension and manufacturers Owner’s Manual.) clutch to spinner pulley belt tension. Correct tension allows 1/4" – 5/16" deflection midway between the Verify the gear case oil level is level with the fill pulleys.
  • Page 16 Western Products or the vehicle manufacturer may require or recommend optional equipment for spreaders. Do not exceed vehicle ratings with a spreader. Western Products offers a limited warranty for all spreaders and accessories.

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