Owner’s Manual
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SnowBear
®
Tailgate Spreader (TGS-325)
General Safety Precautions
READ THE OWNER’S MANUAL CAREFULLY
. Know your tailgate spreader. Learn its
applications and limitations. Improper installation and operation could cause personal injury
and/or equipment and property damage.
KEEP AWAY FROM CHILDREN AND PETS
. Be sure bystanders, especially children and
pets are kept a safe distance from the tailgate spreader operating area.
DO NOT ABUSE THE SPREADER
. Follow the guidelines set forth in this manual. Do not
force the tailgate spreader to do a job it was not designed for.
MAINTAIN THE SPREADER
. Keep the spreader clean when the unit is not in use to avoid
corrosion and/or seizing of parts. Before servicing/working on the spreader, disconnect
power cord, secure all loose-fitting clothing, unrestrained long hair and wait for auger and
spinner to stop.
Do not operate a spreader in need of maintenance.
INSPECT THE SPREADER BEFORE EACH USE
. Check the alignment of all moving
parts, and check for any loose bolts that may affect the operation of the spreader system.
Before operating spreader, reassemble any parts or hardware removed for cleaning or
adjusting.
NEVER SIT IN, CLIMB OR RIDE ON THE SPREADER
. Serious injury could occur.
ONLY USE SNOWBEAR
®
CERTIFIED PARTS AND ACCESSORIES
. Consult the owner’s
manual for the recommended accessories and/or replacement parts. The use of improper
accessories and/or replacement parts may cause hazards and void applicable warranties.
ALWAYS VERIFY THAT THE HITCH PIN IS PROPERLY INSTALLED BEFORE MOVING
.
If the spreader is incorrectly attached to the vehicle's receiver, the spreader could fall off
from the vehicle potentially harming bystanders and damaging your SnowBear
®
product, or
vehicle.
NEVER OVERLOAD YOUR VEHICLE OR SPREADER
. Overloading could result in an
accident or damage. Do not exceed GVWR or GAWR ratings as found on the driver-side
door side or corner post of the vehicle. See Loading Section to determine maximum
volumes of spreading material.
DO NOT LEAVE UNUSED MATERIAL IN SPREADER HOPPER
. Material can freeze
and/or solidify, causing unit to not work properly. Empty and clean after each use whenever
possible.
