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Tractor Cab, Inc.

 

FAST-CAST SERIES

SPREADERS

INSTALLATION & OWNER’S MANUAL

Safety Precautions & Warnings
Wiring Instructions.............................................
Operating Instructions.......................................
Fast-Cast 175 Schematic Assembly..................
Fast-Cast 175 Assembly & Wiring Instructions..
Drop Utility Mount Schematic Assembly............
3-Point Hitch Mount Schematic.........................
Fast-Cast 2000 Schematic Assembly................
Fast-Cast 3000 Schematic Assembly................
Drive Assembly Schematic................................
Fast-Cast 4000 Schematic Assembly................
Swing Away-Pivot Mount Schematic.................
Troubleshooting................................................
Spreader Maintenance......................................

Pp. 1-3
Pp. 4,5
Pp. 6,7
P.  8
Pp.  9-11
P.  12
P.  13
P.  14
P.  15
P.  16
P.  17
P.  18-20
P.  21
P.  22

Covers: Fast-Cast 175, 2000, 3000, 4000

Fast-Cast 175
Application: 

SALT, DEICERS, FREE FLOWING MATERIAL

Fast-Cast 2000
Application: 

SALT, DEICERS, FREE FLOWING MATERIAL

Fast-Cast 3000
Application: 

SALT, DEICERS, FREE FLOWING MATERIAL

Fast-Cast 4000
Application: 

100% SAND, SAND/SALT MIX

Curtis Tractor Cab, Inc. and/or Curtis International, Inc. reserves the right to change product design or specifications
without notice or liability.  Curtis snowplows and truck equipment should only be used on vehicles equipped with the
manufacturer’s snowplow preparation package.  Snowplowing without the original snowplow preparation package may
damage your vehicle and the added weight of the equipment may impair the operation and control of the vehicle.

CURTIS PRODUCTS ARE PROTECTED UNDER THE FOLLOWING PATENT NUMBER: 5815956.  OTHER PATENTS PENDING

Table of Contents

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Summary of Contents for Home-Pro 3000

Page 1: ...ast Cast 175 Application SALT DEICERS FREE FLOWING MATERIAL Fast Cast 2000 Application SALT DEICERS FREE FLOWING MATERIAL Fast Cast 3000 Application SALT DEICERS FREE FLOWING MATERIAL Fast Cast 4000 Application 100 SAND SAND SALT MIX Curtis Tractor Cab Inc and or Curtis International Inc reserves the right to change product design or specifications without notice or liability Curtis snowplows and ...

Page 2: ...ntable and caused by human error Exercising of care and precautions must be observed to prevent the possibility of injury to operator or others Never operate equipment when under the influence of alcohol drugs or medication that might alter your judgment and or reaction time Before working with the spreader secure all loose fitting clothing and unrestrained hair Always wear safety glasses with sid...

Page 3: ...worn or bent parts weakened areas on spreader or mount Always shut off vehicle and power source before attempting to attach or detach or service spreader unit Be sure vehicle power source is properly braked or chocked Always make sure personnel are clear of areas of danger when using equipment Always keep hands feet and clothing away from power driven parts Remember it is the owner s responsibilit...

Page 4: ...y clean free flowing material Note Can not spread water softner salt Never leave material in hopper for long periods of time Be aware that all ice melters are hygroscopic and will attract atmospheric moisture and harden up Always inspect pins and latches whenever attaching or detaching spreader and before traveling Inspect the unit periodically for defects Parts that are broken missing or worn out...

Page 5: ...RILL ON EITHER SIDE OF THE STEERING WHEEL FOR A GOOD LOCATION STEP 4A FAST CAST 4000 THE POWER HARNESS FROM CONTROL BOX TO BATTERY WILL NEED TO BE ROUTED FROM THE INSIDE OF THE CAB TO THE BATTERY THIS RESULTS FROM THE LARGE HIGH AMPERAGE CONNECTOR ROUTE LEADS WITH LUGS TO BATTERY DO NOT CONNECT POWER AT THIS TIME STEP 5 CONNECT HARNESS TO THE BACK OF THE CONTROLLER AND MOUNT TO A SUITABLE LOCATION...

Page 6: ...00 Fast Cast 3000 Fast Cast 4000 Special Notes 1 All external connections must have dielectric grease 2 Read lead labels before attaching to power source or ground 3 No other devices may be spliced into wiring harness 4 Any repairs to wiring harness must be done with heat shrink butt connectors 5 If inline fuse is installed use a 35 amp slow blow Fast Cast 2000 and Fast Cast 3000 and use a 60 amp ...

Page 7: ...s the Fast Cast 2000 300 lbs the Fast Cast 3000 600 lbs and the Fast Cast 4000 750 lbs Be sure to comply with manufacturer s maximum gross vehicle weight ratings Warning Never leave materials in hopper for long periods of time as salt is hygroscopic and will attract atmospheric moisture and harden up When spreading sand mix with 20 ice melter to prevent the material from freezing Spreading Tips Ne...

Page 8: ...separately to get desired flow and spread distance from spreader The Vibrator Switch is needed for dense material or to increase the flow to the Auger This eliminates bridging of material A Material Baffle Part 1CS4P19 has been installed in your spreader to stop fine material from free flowing If using dense or damp material or if more flow is desired remove Material Baffle However it is recommend...

Page 9: ... Lock Nut 6 1CS1P46 5 16 Lockwasher 1 1CS2P21 5 16 Flatwasher 4 1CS1P7 5 16 18 Hex Nut 1 1CS1P18 10 Steel Spinner 1 1CS1P51 Motor Drive Coupler 1 1CS2P2 T Handle Cable 10 1 1CS2P16 Bulkhead Cable Fitting 1 1CS2P17 5 16 16 x 3 4 Bolt w hole 1 1CS2P3 Main Frame 1 1CS2P7 Agitator Spring 1 1CS2P23 Weather Cover 1 1CS2P10 Motor 12 Volt DC 1 1CS2P20 Hopper 1 1CS2P11 Cord Restraint 1 1CS2P12 Bottom Cover...

Page 10: ... this will keep cable from being kinked if mounted on a pickup truck 4 Attach cable assembly to the side and insert fitting into rear gate deck hole Make sure you have the first jam hex nut threaded onto the fitting 4a Once cable is inserted through rear gate deck slide star washer and second jam nut over cable fitting Leave these loose for now 5 Locate special 5 16 hex bolt with a small hole dril...

Page 11: ...keting and connection points to the switch and butt connector 4 Install an inline 30 amp fuse on the positive red lead from the battery to the switch Locate an easily accessible place out of the elements for the fuse and remove approx 3 of the black outer jacket exposing two single leads red and black Cut the red lead in half and strip a 1 4 off each lead Insert into the fuse connector and crimp I...

Page 12: ...27 20 Vehicle Harness 1 1CS2P28 10 Battery Harness 1 1CS2P29 Rubber Switch Boot 1 1CS2P30 Spreader Splice Cord 10 1 1CS2P31 Harness Splice Cord 10 1 1CS2P10 Motor 12 Volt DC 1 1CS2P32 30 Amp Fuse 1 1CS2P33 Fuse Holder 1 1CS2P34 Ring Terminal 2 1CS2P35 Spade Connector 2 Fast Cast 175 Wiring Schematic Pos Red Neg Black Neg Black Pos Red 12 VOLT BATTERY ...

Page 13: ... 8 Flat Washer 9 1SM1P3 2 5 16 Hair Pin Clip 2 1SM1P2 5 8 x 5 1 2 Hitch Pin 2 1SM4P10 1 2 13 x 2 Hex Bolt 2 1CS2P15 3 8 Fender Washer 8 1SM4P2 3 8 16 x 2 Truss Bolt Full Thread 8 1SM4P3 3 8 16 Hex Nut 2 1SM4P4 3 8 16 x 5 Hex Bolt 1 1SM4P5 2 Rubber Stopper 1 1SM4P9 Mounting Rail 2 1SM4P6 Drop Mount Weldment 1 1SM4P7 Mounting Rail Hat Section 2 1SM4P8 Mule Adapter 1 Maximum Load Weight Not To Exceed...

Page 14: ...st 2001 1173 13 3 Point Mount Schematic Assembly Item No Part No Description Qty 1SM1P7 5 16 Linch Pin 2 1SM1P3 2 5 16 Hairpin Clip 1 1SM1P2 5 8 x 5 1 2 Hitch Pin 1 1SM1P6 7 8 x 5 1 2 Lift Arm Pin 2 1SM1P1 3 Point Frame 1 ...

Page 15: ...20 1 1CS1P5 Throat Clamp 1 1CS1P6 5 16 18x1 1 4 Stainless Pan Head Phillips Bolt 2 1CS1P3 Hopper 1 1CS1P1 Lid W Latches 1 1CS1P4 Main Frame 1 1CS1P46 5 16 lock washer 2 1CS1P7 5 16 Hex Nut 4 1CS1P47 3 8 S S Washer 2 1CS1P48 Latch Keeper 2 1CS1P49 Complete Drive Assembly 1 Optional Mount 1SM2P1 2 Receiver Hitch 1 1SM1P2 5 8 x 5 1 2 Hitch Pin 1 1SM1P3 2 5 16 Hair Pin Clip 1 TRACTOR CAB INC August 20...

Page 16: ... Hopper 1 1CS3P3 Lid W Latches 1 1CS1P2 Flexible Draw Latch 2 1CS1P42 Stainless Throat Liner 1 1CS1P12 Deflector 20 1 1CS3P4 Main Frame 1 1CS3P5 Spinner Guard 1 1CS1P5 Throat Clamp 1 1CS1P6 5 16 18 x 1 1 4 Stainless Panhead Phillips Bolt 2 1CS1P46 5 16 Lock Washer 2 1CS1P7 5 16 Hex Nut 2 1CS1P47 3 8 S S Washer 2 1CS1P48 Latch Keeper 2 1CS3P6 Complete Drive Assembly 1 Fast Cast 3000 Schematic Assem...

Page 17: ...1CS3P7 Fast Cast 3000 Power Cable 1 1CS1P21 Fast Cast 2000 Power Cable 1 1CS1P19 Auger 1 1CS1P22 Cord Restraint 1 1CS1P29 3 16 Aluminum Rivet 6 1CS1P25 1 4 20 x 3 4 Hex Bolt Stainless 4 1CS1P24 5 16 18 x 1 2 Hex Bolt 1 1CS1P30 1 4 Stainless Lock Washer 4 1CS1P27 10 32 x 5 8 Cap Screw 2 1CS1P28 10 Lock Washer 2 1CS1P23 5 16 18 x 3 8 Set Screw 1 1CS1P18 10 Steel Spinner 1 1CS1P51 Motor Drive Coupler...

Page 18: ...4P2 3 8 16x2 Hex Bolt 4 1CS1P7 5 16 Hex Nut 2 1CS1P47 3 8 SS Flat Washer 6 1CS4P3 DC 80 Vibrator 1 1CS1P48 Latch Keeper 2 1CS4P4 12 Steel Spinner 1 Item No Part No Description Qty 1CS1P51 Motor Trans Coupler 2 1CS4P5 Hopper 1 1CS4P6 Lid 1 1CS4P7 Auger 1 1CS4P8 Spinner Transmission 1 1CS4P9 Auger Transmission 1 1CS4P10 Spinner Motor 1 1CS4P11 Auger Motor 1 1CS4P12 Power cord 48 1 1CS4P13 Frame 1 1C...

Page 19: ...scription Qty 1SM5P6 1 2 13 x 3 Hex Bolt Full Thread 4 1SM5P7 Bed Rail Bracket Right 1 1SM5P8 Bed Rail Bracket Left 1 1SM5P9 Pivot Tube Assembly 1 1SM5P10 Angle Top 1 1SM5P11 Pivot Bumper Bracket 1 1SM5P12 Latch Bumper Bracket 1 1SM5P13 Pivot Channel Assembly 2 1SM5P14 Latch Channel Assembly 2 1SM5P15 Rubber Tip Protector 4 1SM5P16 1 8 x 2 1 16 Hair Pin Clip 2 1SM5P17 Latch Bar 1 Swing Away Pivot ...

Page 20: ...l need to align the top of the pivot tube hole to the left side bed rail bracket hole Trim off the amount need ed with a cut off saw Step 6 Put this piece aside for now Now that you have the pivot side assembly cut to length mount spreader main frame assembly to truck With an assistant place pivot side of spreader on truck Take pivot tube assembly and insert through pivot rails to the bumper plate...

Page 21: ...TRACTOR CAB INC August 2001 1180 20 Fig A Fig B Fig C Fig D Fig E Fig F Fig G Fig H Fig I DRILL DRILL DRILL Swing Away Pivot Mount Installation Schematic ...

Page 22: ...esn t run Shut down Material will not feed Check all connections Replace fuse Replace motor Carefully clear jammed material Clean or replace connectors Use dielectric grease Check electrical connections Check for bare wires Replace controller Fill hopper Replace with dry material Replace material Check drive assembly Tighten locking bolt on the side of the auger There is a flat machined on the dri...

Page 23: ...ufacturer s parts Failure to do so will void warranty Use diaelectric grease on all electrical connections to prevent corrosion at the beginning and end of the season and each time power plugs are disconnected Wash unit after each use to prevent material build up and corrosion CAUTION When pressure washing motor enclosure area stay at least 36 away Paint or oil all bare metal surfaces at the end o...

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