6. Perform the motor run test as described in
paragraphs 3 and 4 of the “Caution” above. If the
motor operates 222" red wire (29) and 96" red wire
(30) can be attached to their respective terminals
on the speed control (13).
E. OPERATION OF SPREADER
1. Fill Hopper with #1 Rock Salt or Calcium Chloride
from bags.
Do not use bulk material.
CAUTION:
When filling Hopper, make certain there
are no large objects contained in the material which
could cause the Auger Spinner to bind and stop
operation of the Spreader Motor. It is recommended
to check for free rotation of the Auger Spinner before
operating the Spreader due to possible buildup of
material between the Auger and neck of the Hopper.
2. The Spreader Controller has 2 speeds, Lo and Hi
for flow rate of material.
F.
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
Maintenance requirements for the Spreader during
the winter season are relatively simple. Periodically
inspect for loose bolts and nuts. Inspect for improper
ground, broken wires, frayed or cracked wire
insulation. Replace as necessary.
To keep maintenance to a minimum, the following
cautions are suggested:
1. Do not attempt to clear Auger or Spinner or to
perform any other maintenance or repair work on
this Spreader unless the ignition switch is in the
“OFF” position and the Motor Plug (28) is
disconnected from the Socket Assembly (27).
2. Salt must be loose and free from lumps and must be
kept dry.
3. Empty Hopper after each use and hose the
Spreader off.
4. When the Spreader is no longer being used, remove
it from the tailgate. Remove any rust or corrosion
from the metal parts, then prime the paint. Store
Spreader in a suitable location and attach dummy
plug (31) to socket (27) to protect from corrosion.
CAUTION
READ THIS! . . Serious damage to Speed
Control will result if the following precautions
are not followed:
1] Do not install Speed Control until all other
wiring is installed and Motor is test-run.
2] Be certain to connect red wire to (+) terminal
of Motor. Connecting to (-) terminal will burn
up Speed Control. Tape this (+) connection
so it cannot accidentally be grounded.
3] After wires are in place, but before
connecting Speed Control, connect a jumper
wire from the red wire (30) to the red wire
(29). The motor should run, indicating proper
grounding and wire installation. Remove
jumper wire.
4] After the Motor has successfully been test
run, the Speed Control can be installed. Do
not allow the red wire from the control to
accidentally contact any grounded object,
including the control case itself.
Failure to follow these precautions could cause
the red (output) wire from the Speed Control to
make contact with ground, causing the Speed
Control to burn up. Any grounding or shorting of
the red (output) wire which results in a burned
Speed Control is
not
covered by warranty.
1.
Choose a location for the Speed Control (13) that is
convenient for the driver. Make certain speed control
(13) is grounded by attaching ground wire to a good
vehicle ground.
2.
Attach the eyelet end of the 96" red wire (30) to the
positive terminal of the battery and route the plug
end to the location of the speed control.
DO NOT
attach to
Speed Control (13) at this time.
3. Take the 222" red wire (29) and route the large rubber
plug end to the rear of the truck, securely tying to
vehicle frame. Be certain wire is clear of any sharp
or moving objects or the vehicle’s exhaust system.
CAUTION:
Some vehicles are designed to operate
with exhaust temperatures as high as 1800°F. This
can easily damage any wires which are routed too
closely or allowed to come in contact with any portion
of the exhaust system. Be certain all wires are
securely installed away from the exhaust system.
4. Be certain the motor leads will not be strained when
the plug is attached. Plug the 222" red wire (29) into
the socket. Secure black wire from socket (27) to a
good grounding point on vehicle frame. Clean all
rust or undercoating from this area.
5. Attach red wire from motor plug (28) to positive (+)
terminal of motor. Tape this connection! Attach black
wire to negative (-) terminal of motor. Push plug (28)
into the socket (27). If spreader is removed, protect
the socket (27) using dummy plug (31).
