Lit. No. 43828, Rev. 02
8
January 15, 2019
SAFETY INFORMATION
CAUTION
• Do not operate a spreader in need of
maintenance.
• Before operating the spreader, reassemble
any parts or hardware removed for cleaning
or adjusting.
• Before operating the spreader, remove
materials such as cleaning rags, brushes,
and hand tools from the spreader.
• While operating the spreader, use auxiliary
warning lights, except when prohibited by law.
CAUTION
Disconnect electric and/or hydraulic power
and tag out if required before servicing or
performing maintenance.
NOTE: Lubricate grease
fi
ttings after each use.
Use a good quality multipurpose grease.
PERSONAL SAFETY
• Remove ignition key and put the vehicle in PARK
or in gear to prevent others from starting the
vehicle during installation or service.
• Wear only snug-
fi
tting clothing while working on
your vehicle or spreader.
• Do not wear jewelry or a necktie, and secure long
hair.
• Wear safety goggles to protect your eyes from
battery acid, gasoline, dirt, and dust.
• Avoid touching hot surfaces such as the engine,
radiator, hoses, and exhaust pipes.
• Always have a
fi
re extinguisher rated BC handy,
for
fl
ammable liquids and electrical
fi
res.
CAUTION
DO NOT leave unused material in
hopper. Material can freeze or solidify,
causing unit to not work properly.
Empty and clean after each use.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Improper installation and operation could cause
personal injury and/or equipment and property
damage. Read and understand labels and this
Owner's Manual before installing, operating, or
making adjustments.
WARNING
• Driver to keep bystanders minimum of
25 feet away from operating spreader.
• Before working with the spreader, secure all
loose-
fi
tting clothing and unrestrained hair.
• Before operating the spreader, verify that all
safety guards are in place.
• Before servicing the spreader, wait for
auger and spinner to stop.
• Do not climb into or ride on spreader.
WARNING
Do not install the control for this product in
the deployment path of an air bag. Refer to
vehicle manufacturer's manual for air bag
deployment area(s).
CAUTION
During the hopper spreader installation we
recommend the addition of an OSHA compliant
Backup Alarm. This alarm is required for
OSHA governed employers.
WARNING
Overloading could result in an
accident or damage. Do not exceed
GVWR or GAWR ratings as found
on the driver-side vehicle door
cornerpost. See Loading section to determine
maximum volumes of spreading material.
CAUTION
If rear directional, CHMSL light, or brake
stoplights are obstructed by the spreader,
the lights shall be relocated, or auxiliary
directional or brake stoplights shall be
installed.
