Owner’s Manual
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SnowBear
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Tailgate Spreader (TGS-325)
Tailgate Spreader Troubleshooting
PROBLEM
CAUSES
HOW TO CORRECT
Spreader does not
run
1.
Electrical connection
2.
Bad motor
3.
Loose wire connection to
switch/receiver
4.
Corrosion
5.
Fuse blown
6.
Check battery
7.
Jammed auger
8.
Headlights on vehicle not turned on
(wiring harness typically part of light
circuit)
1.
Check 4-pin plug and make sure it
is securely plugged in
2.
Contact distributor for
replacement
3.
Open electrical enclosure &
inspect switch and receiver
connections, fix where needed
4.
Check all electrical connections
for corrosion, fix if necessary
5.
Locate blown fuse and replace
6.
Load test battery. Recharge
vehicle's battery if required
7.
Unplug spreader and remove jam.
If auger damaged, fix or replace
8.
Turn vehicle headlights on
Material will not flow
1.
Spreader hopper is empty
2.
Material has solidified, stuck to wall,
material obstruction
3.
Auger is spinning in reverse
4.
Auger broke
1.
Refill spreader hopper with desired
material
2.
With spreader unplugged, use
screwdriver or rigid rod to break-
up material until proper
consistency
3.
Change polarity of motor
4.
Auger needs to be replaced
Spreader does not
respond to key fob
1.
Plug not secure
2.
No vehicle power to connector
3.
Key fob battery low
4.
Range issue
5.
Control connection
6.
Headlights on vehicle not turned on
1.
Fully seat 4-pin connector plug
2.
Ensure vehicle is running and
power is going to plug connector
3.
Replace battery
4.
Try key fob at close range to
spreader, if unit works, replace
battery. If not, check electrical
connections
5.
Remove electrical cover and check
all connections
6.
Turn vehicle headlights on
