© Trynex International 2009 L1188
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Operating the Spreader
PREPARATION
CAUTION –
Sweep area clear of foreign objects or obstacles that could cause personal injury. Keep other persons, children,
or animals out of the area to be spread.
SPREADER LOADING
WARNING –
Do not overload vehicle. Use chart below to calculate weight of material. Weights of material are an average for
dry materials.
Material
Weight Per Cubic Ft.
Rock Salt
35-40 lbs.
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Be sure to comply with manufacturer’s maximum gross vehicle weight ratings.
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Warning
– Never leave materials in hopper for long periods of time as salt is hygroscopic and will attract atmospheric
moisture and harden up.
SPREADING TIPS
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Never exceed 10 m.p.h. when spreading.
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For a wider pass, increase spinner speed.
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Never operate spreader near pedestrians.
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Spread ice melters with the storm to prevent unmanageable levels of ice.
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Calculate spread pattern when near vegetation.
SPREADER OPERATION
SP-125 / US-100 SPREADER
SP-225 / US-200 SPREADER
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Comes standard with on/off switch and gate flow control kit.
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To start, switch power on and open gate to desired position.
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To stop, close gate and switch power off.
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Comes standard with on/off switch.
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To start, switch power on and material will begin to flow via the feed auger.
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To stop, switch power off and material will cease to spread.
