Lit. No. 43755/43757, Rev. 05
23
September 1, 2021
TROUBLESHOOTING
TAILGATE SPREADER
Spreader
does not run
Fuse blown
Jammed auger
Check switch
Material issue
Dead; Short in
wiring
Auger
interference
Reconnect or
replace cable
Check battery
Fix or replace
Corrosion at
connection
Material will not
flow
Bad motor;
contact distributor
Loose
connection
Corrosion
Test direct power
(12V) to motor
Load test battery
Replace all
corroded
connections
Apply dielectric
grease
Material issue
Too much
amperage draw
Bad motor/
transmission
assembly
4A to 20A draw,
no load – good
20A+ draw,
no load – bad
Tighten or replace
Apply dielectric
grease
Replace wiring
Bad transmission;
contact distributor
Electrical
connection
Bad motor;
contact distributor
Loose or
unplugged
Turn shaft by hand;
should turn freely
Bad electrical
connection
