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Western Tornado LT 78901, Owner'S Manual

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January 1, 2017

Lit. No. 43572, Rev. 02

Tornado™ LT Hopper Spreader

#78901

Owner's Manual 

Original Instructions

This manual is for WESTERN

®

 Tornado LT hopper spreaders with 

serial numbers 0000 and higher.

Western Products, PO Box 245038, Milwaukee, WI  53224‑9538 • www.westernplows.com

This manual supersedes all editions with an earlier date.

 CAUTION

Read this document before operating 

or servicing the spreader.

Summary of Contents for Tornado LT 78901

Page 1: ...ctions This manual is for WESTERN Tornado LT hopper spreaders with serial numbers 0000 and higher Western Products PO Box 245038 Milwaukee WI 53224 9538 www westernplows com This manual supersedes all editions with an earlier date CAUTION Read this document before operating or servicing the spreader ...

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Page 3: ...ibration 8 Torque Chart 9 LOADING 10 Certification 10 Material Weights 10 Determining Vehicle Payload 11 MOUNTING THE SPREADER 12 OPERATING THE SPREADER CAB CONTROL 14 Starting and Stopping Motor 14 Adjusting Auger Spinner Speed 14 Spreading Tips 15 Accessories 15 Optimum Flow Kit 15 Auger Tube Restrictor Kit 15 Auto Reverse AR Feature 15 MAINTENANCE 16 Lubrication 16 After Each Use 16 Storage 16 ...

Page 4: ...ed to spread snow and ice control materials only Do not use it for purposes other than those specified in this manual Register your spreader online at www westernplows com OWNER S INFORMATION Owner s Name _______________________________________________________________________ Date Purchased ______________________________________________________________________ Outlet Name _________________________...

Page 5: ...practices WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that if not avoided could result in death or serious personal injury Read Owner s Manual for Installation Instructions Secure spreader to truck with ratchet straps Anchor spreader securely to truck body with bolt kit provided to prevent slipping or sliding Routinely check straps and handware to make sure they are secure D6548 DO NOT EXC...

Page 6: ...G VEHICLE DANGER D6547 ROTATING AUGER CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH Keep arms hands and loose clothing away from auger Shut off control and unplug spreader before servicing D6335 SAFETY Code Definition YY 2 Digit Year MM 2 Digit Month DD 2 Digit Day LL 2 Digit Location Code XXXX 4 Digit Sequential Number ZZZZZZ 5 to 7 Digit Assembly PN SERIAL NUMBER LABEL Located on driver s side next to warni...

Page 7: ...nstallation we recommend the addition of an OSHA compliant Backup Alarm This alarm is required for OSHA governed employers CAUTION Disconnect electric and or hydraulic power and tag out if required before servicing or performing maintenance NOTE Lubricate grease fittings after each use Use a good quality multipurpose grease FUSES The electrical system contains several blade style automotive fuses ...

Page 8: ...safe to operate Mobile Communication Equipment such as cell phones text messaging devices pagers or two way radios WARNING Gasoline is highly flammable and gasoline vapor is explosive Never smoke while working on vehicle Keep all open flames away from gasoline tank and lines Wipe up any spilled gasoline immediately VENTILATION BATTERY SAFETY NOISE Airborne noise emission during use is below 70 dB ...

Page 9: ...19 5 38 5 67 107 7 7 613 778 1139 1545 450 428 562 796 1117 M33 x 3 50 M36 x 4 00 2101 2701 1468 1952 325 M16 x 2 00 231 167 M18 x 2 50 318 222 Recommended Fastener Torque Chart Size Size Torque ft lb Grade 5 Grade 8 Metric Fasteners Class 8 8 and 10 9 These torque values apply to fasteners except those noted in the instructions Torque ft lb Grade 5 Grade 8 Size Size Torque ft lb Class 8 8 Class 1...

Page 10: ...tional Highway Traffic Safety Administration altered vehicle certification labeling Installer to verify that struck load of snow or ice control material does not exceed GVWR or GAWR rating label and complies with FMVSS CAUTION Read and adhere to manufacturer s ice control material package labeling including Material Safety Data Sheet requirements MATERIAL WEIGHTS Density Material lb ft3 lb yd3 kg ...

Page 11: ... Do not exceed GVWR or GAWR ratings as found on the driver side door cornerpost of the vehicle See Loading section to determine maximum volumes of spreading material 6 Obtain the weight per cubic yard lb cu yd of the desired material Divide the weight into the payload to determine the maximum volume of material that can be carried 7 Compare the maximum volume to determine the maximum height of the...

Page 12: ...ce 7 Install stop bars using supplied hole patterns see illustration below If the holes are not present or do not align in this position refer to the Installation Instructions NOTE Pay special attention when drilling or clamping dissimilar metals to aluminum bodies Galvanic corrosion can occur if not handled properly Contact vehicle manufacturer for recommended attachment practices CAUTION Before ...

Page 13: ...nd tighten all four cap screws 10 Install the four ratchet straps as shown below NOTE It is important for safety that this strapping method be used as the standard mounting procedure 11 Connect the spreader power cord to vehicle main power plug mounted at the rear of the vehicle refer to Installation Instructions for wiring instructions Cross left upper to right lower Strap from rear of vehicle to...

Page 14: ...uildup Do not let spreader sit idle with material in the hopper for an extended period of time This can cause material to compact reduce or stop the flow of material and cause permanent hopper body deformation NOTE The vibrator switch is needed for dense material or to increase the flow to the auger This eliminates bridging of material in hopper NOTE A material baffle has been installed in your sp...

Page 15: ... Auger Tube Restrictor Kit The auger tube restrictor kit prevents leaking issues when handling fine pellet and flake materials AUTO REVERSE AR FEATURE 1 If your control displays OL this could indicate a jammed auger 2 Switch OFF the main power for 3 seconds 3 Switch the main power ON When the machine starts to back up the AR sequence will automatically start and the auger will reverse for several ...

Page 16: ...ghten all fasteners on spreader and mount FUSE REPLACEMENT If a problem should occur and fuse replacement is necessary the replacement fuse must be of the same type and amperage rating as the original Installing a fuse with a higher rating can damage the system and could start a fire WARNING Never remove spreader with material in hopper CAUTION When replacing parts use only original manufacturer s...

Page 17: ...ad Control Contact Distributor Low Battery Less Than 12 Volt Output Bad Control Contact Distributor Jammed Material Corrosion Break In Wiring Harness Contact Distributor Replace Affected Components Bad Motor Contact Distributor Bad Control Contact Distributor Corrosion Bad Control Contact Distributor Spreader Unplugged Loose Connection Bad Ground Bad Transmission Contact Distributor Motor Power Co...

Page 18: ...gth Turn On Vibrator Check Baffle Position Turn On Vibrator Remove Obstruction Run 12 Volt To Auger Circuit On Spreader Power Cord 18 Correct Should Touch Hopper On 3 Sides Material Issue Auger Runs Proper Direction Material Issue Auger Runs Backwards Material Issue Replace Vehicle Harness Check Connections At Auger Motor For Reverse Polarity Polarity Correct Replace Spreader Harness TROUBLESHOOTI...

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Page 20: ...ion or design details and furnish equipment when so altered without reference to illustrations or specifications used Western Products or the vehicle manufacturer may require or recommend optional equipment for spreaders Do not exceed vehicle ratings with a spreader Western Products offers a limited warranty for all spreaders and accessories See separately printed page for this important informati...

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