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Safety

Improperly using and maintaining the equipment
can result in injury. To reduce the potential for
injury, comply with these safety instructions
and always pay attention to the safety-alert
symbol

, which means:

Caution

,

Warning

, or

Danger

—personal safety instruction. Failure to

comply with the instruction may result in personal
injury or death.

Preparation

Read the

Owner’s Manual

before operating or

servicing the spreader.

Ensure that only trained personnel installs and
performs maintenance on the equipment.

Always wear appropriate personal protective
equipment when loading, unloading, and servicing
the spreader. Wear substantial, slip-resistant
footwear, cold-weather clothing, hard hat, safety
glasses, and dust protection.

Many newer trucks are equipped with air bags.
Never disable, remove, or relocate any sensors or
other components related to the operation of the
air bags.

TGS 300 spreaders must only be used with a
minimum Class II receiver hitch. Do not exceed
the vehicle hitch rating.

The TGS 300 can hold a maximum weight of 91
kg (200 lb) of salt. Do not exceed this weight.

Operation

Read the

Owner’s Manual

before operating or

servicing the spreader.

Do not operate the machine while ill, tired, or
under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

For vehicle-mounted spreaders, always follow
the manufacturer’s recommendations for proper
parking procedures.

Always wear your seatbelt while operating a motor
vehicle.

Do not exceed 22.5 km/h (14 mph) while
spreading.

This spreader has an operating sound level below
70 dBA.

Never put any part of your body between the
spreader and the vehicle.

Overloading the spreader could result in
an accident or damage. Never exceed the
gross-vehicle-weight rating (GVWR) or the front
or rear gross-axle-weight ratings (FGAWR or
RGAWR) for the vehicle.

This spreader is restricted to the use of salt only.
Do not run other materials through the spreader.

Do not attempt to mount or remove the spreader
with material in it.

Turn the spreader off before filling, mounting,
removing, servicing, or cleaning it.

Never operate the spreader within 7.6 m (25 ft)
of bystanders.

Do not climb into or ride on the spreader.

Keep your hands, feet, and clothing away from
moving parts and mounting points.

Mount the spreader to a vehicle before loading
material.

Install ratchet straps and keep them properly
tightened with the slide-in attachment.

When transporting the spreader, ensure that it is
properly secured. Instructions are available at
www.bossplow.com.

The slide-in attachment must be fully engaged and
pinned into the vehicle’s 3 cm (1-1/4 inch) or 5 cm
(2 inch) receiver hitch.

Material safety data sheets (MSDS) are available
at www.bossplow.com.

Use a 1/2 ton minimum lifting device to move
heavy spreader components.

Do not store material in the hopper.

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Содержание TGS 300

Страница 1: ...Form No MSC11329 Rev A Owner s Manual TGS 300 Tailgate Spreader Part No TGS11300 Serial No 400000000 and Up Register at www bossplow com Original Instructions EN MSC11329 A ...

Страница 2: ...ocation of the model and serial numbers on the product Write the numbers in the space provided g232361 Figure 1 1 Serial number location Model No Serial No This manual identifies potential hazards and has safety messages identified by the safety alert symbol Figure 2 which signals a hazard that may cause serious injury or death if you do not follow the recommended precautions g000502 Figure 2 1 Sa...

Страница 3: ...s follow the manufacturer s recommendations for proper parking procedures Always wear your seatbelt while operating a motor vehicle Do not exceed 22 5 km h 14 mph while spreading This spreader has an operating sound level below 70 dBA Never put any part of your body between the spreader and the vehicle Overloading the spreader could result in an accident or damage Never exceed the gross vehicle we...

Страница 4: ... all operators should be trained before operating the machine 5 Warning empty the hopper and disconnect the power before installing or removing the machine 8 Warning the machine must be installed before filling 3 Loss of control hazard do not overfill the machine 6 Thrown object hazard keep bystanders a safe distance away from the machine 9 Warning do not store materials in the machine decaltgs058...

Страница 5: ...sert the controller connectors through the firewall and into the vehicle cab and secure them with cable ties Note Route the connectors to the location that you want to install your controller 4 Connect the black ring connector to the negative battery terminal Figure 3 5 Connect the red ring connector to the positive battery terminal Figure 3 6 Wrap all of the excess wire and secure it in the engin...

Страница 6: ...move the mounting bracket from the controller Figure 5 g031015 Figure 5 1 Mounting bracket bolt 3 Sheet metal screw 2 Mounting bracket 2 Attach the mounting bracket to the vehicle using 2 sheet metal screws Figure 5 3 Attach the controller to the mounting bracket with the previously removed bolts Note Position the controller screen so that it is clearly visible to the driver 4 Connect the wire har...

Страница 7: ...djust the controls to provide different spread patterns refer to Adjusting the Material Deflectors page 10 Spreader Controller The spreader controller lets you operate your spreader and displays information about your machine g031017 Figure 7 1 Blast switch 4 Yellow LED 2 On Off switch 5 Red LED 3 Green LED 6 Speed dial On Off switch turns the spinner motor on or off Blast switch momentarily sends...

Страница 8: ...n Removing the Spreader 1 Ensure that the spreader controller is in the OFF position 2 Unplug the spreader wire harness from the vehicle wire harness and attach the weather caps to each end 3 Unhook the ratchet straps 4 Remove the cotter hairpin and clevis pin from the vehicle hitch 5 Slide the spreader out of the receiver hitch of your vehicle Figure 8 DANGER The spreader is heavy and could cause...

Страница 9: ...te Have 2 people lift bags weighing more than 18 kg 40 lb 5 Install the hopper cover Operating the Spreader DANGER Hands feet and clothing can get caught in the moving parts of the spreader and cause serious bodily injury and loss of limbs Keep your hands feet and clothing away from the moving spinner and attachment points CAUTION The spreader throws material at a high speed that could cause minor...

Страница 10: ...e Drop Gate 1 Remove the 2 front bolts Figure 10 g232357 Figure 10 1 Front bolts 3 Drop gate 2 Rear bolts 2 Loosen the 2 rear bolts and rotate the drop gate Figure 10 3 Install the 2 previously removed front bolts and tighten the 2 rear bolts You can adjust the spread pattern by rotating the drop gate as shown in Figure 11 g231780 Figure 11 1 Rotated clockwise 3 Default centered 2 Rotated counter ...

Страница 11: ...ch as curbs sidewalks and pipes can damage your spreader or vehicle Do not let the ice build up always start as soon as possible Always wear your seatbelt when spreading Always remember to spread at a safe speed Spreading faster can be hard on your vehicle as its load is greatly increased Never ride on or put body parts into the spreader while servicing or operating it 11 ...

Страница 12: ... harnesses 2 The controller is not plugged into the vehicle side harness 2 Plug in the controller The spinner motor does not work 3 The spinner motor is not connected to the spreader side harness 3 Contact your Authorized Service Dealer The red LED is lit on the controller 1 The spreader is jammed 1 Refer to the Freeing a Clog section 1 The connection between the auger and spinner and the motor sh...

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