SnowEx V-Pro SP-2000, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...hopper spreaders with serial numbers beginning with 160901 and higher February 15 2020 Lit No 76456 Rev 03 SnowEx 531 Ajax Drive Madison Heights MI 48071 2429 www snowexproducts com CAUTION Read this document before operating or servicing the spreader This manual supersedes all editions with an earlier date ...

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Page 3: ...y Safety 9 Torque Chart 10 LOADING 11 Material Weights 11 Determining Vehicle Payload 11 MOUNTING THE SPREADER 12 OPERATING THE SPREADER 14 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 At the End of...

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Page 5: ...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 snowexproducts com OWNER S INFORMATION Owner s Name _______________________________________________________________________ Date Purchased ______________________________________________________________________ Outlet Name _______________________...

Page 6: ...o be used to alert against unsafe 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 sur...

Page 7: ...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 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 ...

Page 8: ... Lubricate grease fittings after each use Use a good quality multipurpose grease CAUTION Do not operate a spreader in need of maintenance Before operating the spreader reassemble any parts or hardware removed for cleaning or adjusting Before operating the spreader remove materials such as cleaning rags brushes and hand tools from the spreader Before operating the spreader read the engine owner s m...

Page 9: ...your eyes and also provide ventilation Batteries contain sulfuric acid which burns skin eyes and clothing Disconnect the battery before removing or replacing any electrical components WARNING Vehicle exhaust contains lethal fumes Breathing these fumes even in low concentrations can cause death Never operate a vehicle in an enclosed area without venting exhaust to the outside FUSES The electrical s...

Page 10: ...1 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...

Page 11: ...lculated volume of material Reweigh the vehicle with occupants and verify that the GVW is less than the vehicle s ratings 8 Repeat Steps 6 and 7 for each type of material LOADING CAUTION Never use wet materials or materials with foreign debris with any of these spreaders These units are designed to handle dry clean free flowing material This Owner s Manual covers vehicles that have been recommende...

Page 12: ...the bottom of the frame Using a paint pen or similar marking device mark the hole locations on the vehicle bed If mounting holes cannot be drilled in the marked locations install the optional mounting bars to the spreader frame using the supplied 1 2 x 1 1 2 carriage bolts and 1 2 locknuts Use the existing holes in the mounting bars to mark drilling locations on the vehicle bed MOUNTING THE SPREAD...

Page 13: ...to aluminum bodies Galvanic corrosion can occur if not handled properly Contact vehicle manufacturer for recommended attachment practices 10 Install and tighten all four 1 2 x 3 carriage bolts 11 Install the four ratchet straps as shown below 12 Tighten all fasteners according to the torque chart NOTE It is important for safety that this strapping method be used as the standard mounting procedure ...

Page 14: ...ays use the tarp kit on the hopper to prevent moisture buildup 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 hop...

Page 15: ...strictor 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 the OL code 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 rotat...

Page 16: ... 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 parts Fa...

Page 17: ...rol Bad control Contact distributor Low battery Less than 12V 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 c...

Page 18: ...issue Check baffle length Turn vibrator ON Check baffle position Turn vibrator ON Remove obstruction Run 12V to auger circuit on spreader power cord 18 correct Should touch hopper on three 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...

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Page 20: ...ement policy to change construction or design details and furnish equipment when so altered without reference to illustrations or specifications used TrynEx International or the vehicle manufacturer may require or recommend optional equipment for spreaders Do not exceed vehicle ratings with a spreader TrynEx International offers a limited warranty for all spreaders and accessories See separately p...