Lit. No. 72936, Rev. 01
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October 15, 2019
2. Install the frame spacer between the end cap of the
hopper trough and the front of the vehicle bed.
Install Tie-Down Straps
Run straps from the tie-down loops from the spreader
hopper diagonally outward to the vehicle frame.
NOTE: Periodically throughout the snow and ice
control season, verify that mounting devices
are secure.
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.
3. Secure the spreader to the vehicle bed through
the fork pockets, using
at least
one fastener per
fork pocket. Use 1/2" hardware as required by the
vehicle application.
NOTE: If the mounting holes are not directly over
the vehicle box supports, the vehicle bed must
be braced to the frame to prevent buckling or
deforming the vehicle bed.
Construct and Install Frame Spacer
1. Measure the distance from the hopper trough end
cap to the front of the vehicle bed. Construct a
frame spacer from 2" x 8" lumber to
fi
t that area.
MOUNTING THE SPREADER
CAUTION
Failure to install the frame spacer could result
in damage to the spreader and/or vehicle.
Frame Spacer Built to Fit
WARNING
Spreader shall be bolted to vehicle frame. Do
not rely on tie-down chains or straps alone to
hold spreader in vehicle.
Determine
Distance
Fit to vehicle.
Measured
Distance
Front of
Truck Bed
Measure distance.
Trough
End Cap
