This Manual Must Be Read Before Operating The Equipment Owner / Operator’s Manual For Models SP-3000 (Serial# K1-131116 and Higher) SP-6000 (Serial# E1-712561 and Higher) Customers Copy Madison Heights, Michigan 48071 800-725-8377 www.snowexproducts.
Table of Contents General Information....................................................................................................................................................................................... 3 Introduction .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 4 Safety ........................................................................
General Information Congratulations! The spreader you have purchased is an example of snow and ice control technology at its finest! Your spreader’s self-contained design is a trademark of all SnowEx products. Here’s why… Simplicity: Fewer moving parts manufactured of higher quality means minimal maintenance for your SnowEx spreader. Reliability: High impact linear low density polyethelyne hopper.
Introduction This manual has been designed for your help. It will assist you and instruct you on the proper set-up, installation and use of this spreader. Refer to the table of contents for an outline of this manual. We require that you read and understand the contents of this manual completely (especially all safety information) before attempting any procedure contained herein.
Safety Before attempting any procedure in this book, these safety instructions must be read and understood by all workers who have any part in the preparation or use of this equipment. For your safety warning and information decals have been placed on this product to remind the operator of safety precautions . If anything happens to mark or destroy the decals, please request new ones from SnowEx. Never exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating of vehicle.
Warning Decal Positions Model # SP-3000/SP-6000 Note: Warning Decal Configuration is the the same on both the SP-3000 and SP-6000. NO STEP • Slippery Surface When Wet. • May Cause Severe Injury D6545 7.25in w x 3.00in h D6545_Warning.
Warning Decal Positions Model # SP-3000/SP-6000 Note: Warning Decal Configuration is the the same on both the SP-3000 and SP-6000. DANGER • DO NOT REMOVE SPREADER WITH MATERIAL IN HOPPER • FASTEN SPREADER DOWN WITH APPROVED RATCHET STRAPS AND BOLT KIT • REAR FRAME LOCATOR BARS MUST BE IN PLACE BEFORE OPERATING VEHICLE D6547 7.25in w x 3.00in h D6547_Warning.ai ROTATING AUGER CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH • Keep arms, hands, and loose clothing away from auger.
Operating the Spreader Model # SP-3000/SP-6000 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 80-90 lbs. Sand/Salt Mix 95-120 lbs. • Warning – Never leave material in hopper for long periods of time as salt is hygroscopic and will attract atmospheric moisture and harden up.
Spreader Maintenance Model # SP-3000/SP-6000 Spreader Maintenance • Warning – When servicing is necessary, perform it in a protected area Do not use power tools in rain or snow because of danger of electrical shock or injury. Keep area well lighted. Use proper tools. Keep the area of service clean to help avoid accidents. • Warning: Never remove spreader with material in hopper. • Warning: Disconnect electricity to spreader before servicing.
General Wiring Instructions Model # SP-3000/SP-6000 Step 1: Take harness assembly and route from the rear of the vehicle to the front. Route harness along frame and attach to frame holes and frame supports. It is not recommended to attach to fuel or brake lines for obvious reasons. Do not route close to exhaust system or engine, even though Snowex uses high temperature wiring, it still could melt under extreme heat and short the spreader electrical system, as well as the vehicle electrical system.
Control and Harness Diagram Model # SP-3000/SP-6000 5 14 10 8 2 7 6 IMPORTANT: In the off season remove control and put in a cool dry place. The interior summer temperatures could damage circuit board and void warranty. *Note* CHMSL Lamp is Optional on SP-3000 13 11 3 12 1 4 9 IMPORTANT: Do Not modify harness length. Any modifications will void warranty. Special Notes: 1) All external connections must have dielectric grease. 2) Read lead labels before attaching to power source or ground.
Harness Diagram Model # SP-3000/SP-6000 D6322 Vehicle Harness Mold Cap Red End View White 10 GA Spinner+ Red 10 GA Auger+ Black 10 GA Spinner - Green 10 GA Auger - Black Blue 12 GA Vibrator - Orange 10 GA Vibrator - Spinner+ 10 GA White Auger+ 10 GA Red Vibrator+ 12 GA Orange Hot Circuit Spinner10 GA Black Auger10 GA Green Vibrator12 GA Blue Grd Circuit D6341 Control Power Cable 3/8” Terminal w/Heat Shrink Black 124” Tubing Red Front View Red to Black to Positive + Negative - 12 © Trynex
Harness Diagram Model # SP-3000/SP-6000 D6511 Spreader Harness 42” Vibrator Plug 5” 19 1/2” Tubing Male Female Black Auger Motor Power Red 65 1/4” Spinner Plug 47” Vibrator Positive Negative Positive Auger Positive Vibrator Negative Auger Negative Spinner Positive Spinner Negative Load View Load View D6527 Controller Vibrator Red Positive (+) Vibrator Black Negative (-) Auger Black Negative (-) Auger Red Positive (+) Black Negative (-) Spinner Black Negative (-) Spinner Red Positive (+) Re
Center High Mount Stop Lamp (CHMSL) Model # SP-6000 Only • With spreader mounted on vehicle, plug vehicle (CHMSL) harness into spreader stop lamp harness. • Using supplied harness clamps and screws, route harness along side wall lower corner or so that harness will be out of the way when spreader is in use. • Locate vehicle ground wire and stop lamp power wire at rear of vehicle. Use supplied wire taps to connect harness to vehicle electrical system.
Electrical Routing Model # SP-3000-SP-6000 CHMSL Spinner Main Input Auger and Vibrator (not supplied on drawing) © Trynex International 2011 (REV 001) 15
Mounting Instructions Model # SP-3000/ SP-6000 Step 1: Remove tailgate from pickup bed. Step 2: Load spreader onto truck bed and mount spinner assembly. Step 3: Slide spreader forward until deector/chute assembly makes contact with vehicle. Then, slide spreader back approx. 1” to allow proper clearance. Step 4: Install stop bars using supplied hole patterns (see Fig.2). To achieve the best position, you may need to drill additional holes in bracket in order to properly position spreader.
Mounting Instructions Model # SP-3000-SP-6000 9 Figure 1 Cross Left Upper to Right Lower Cross Right Upper to Left Lower 7 8 Strap from rear of vehicle to front corner 6 Figure 2: Frame Mounting Bolts Through floor/bed Through floor/b mountingbolts. mounting bolts. © Trynex International 2011 (REV 001) Key Part No.
Troubleshooting Model # SP-3000/SP-6000 Spreader Does Not Run Controller Turns On Beeps Shuts Off Displays Error Code OL Code Definition Amp Draw Too High Jammed Material Switch Off & On For Auto-Reverse Function Bad Motor Check With Test Kit Test 4 to 20 Amp Draw No Load Good 20+ Amp Draw No Load Bad Bad Transmission Check With Test Kit Test Turn Shaft By Hand Should Turn Freely Corrosion Replace All Corroded Connections Clear Jam Replace Motor Don´t Forget Use Doelectric Grease Bad Control
Troubleshooting Material Flow Model # SP-3000/SP-6000 Material Free Flows Material Does Not Flow Check Baffle Length 18” Correct Material Issue Check Baffle Position Should Touch Hopper On 3 Sides Material Issue Material Obstruction Remove Obstruction Material Issue Auger Runs Backwards Run 12 Volt To Auger Circuit On Spreader Power Cord Auger Runs Proper Direction Replace Vehicle Harness Auger Runs Backwards Check Connections At Auger Motor For Reverse Polarity Turn On Vibrator Slow Mate
Warranty Warranty Limited Warranty Snowex products are warranted for a period of two years from the date of purchase against defects in material or workmanship under normal use and service, subject to limitations detailed below. Warranty period of two years begins on the date of purchase by the original retail user. The WARRANTY REGISTRATION CARD must be returned to the manufacturer for this warranty to become effective. This warranty applies to the original retail purchaser only.
Spreader Views Model # SP-3000/SP-6000 SP-3000 SP-6000 21 © Trynex International 2011 (REV 001)
Drive Assembly Parts Breakdown Model # SP-3000/SP-6000 22 1 24 19 16 15 4 9 12 11 3 25 13 26 14 20 5 18 21 6 2 23 8 19 Complete Drive Assembly D6565 22 23 7 17 © Trynex International 2011 (REV 001)
Drive Assembly Parts Breakdown Model # SP-3000/SP-6000 Complete Drive Assembly D6565 ID # Part # Qty 1 D4135 D4289 D6107 D6109 D6131 D6132 D6133 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 4 1 1 2 6 1 © Trynex International 2011 (REV 001) ID # 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Part # D6138 D6162 D6165 D6172 D6214 D6232 D6362 Qty 8 1 4 2 1 1 1 ID # 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 Part # D6452 D6467 D6516 D6517 D6524 D6541 D6543 Qty 4 6 1 1 8 ID # 22 23 24 25 26 Part # Qty D6563 D6564 D6575 D6652 D6781 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 23
Auger Assembly Parts Breakdown Model # SP-3000/SP-6000 14 22 5 19 4 19 11 13 17 2 3 6 1 19 7 15 21 23 20 10 9 18 8 24 16 12 © Trynex International 2011 (REV 001)
Auger Assembly Parts Breakdown Model # SP-3000/SP-6000 ID # Part # 1 D6132 D6138 D6140 D6158 D6159 D6165 2 3 4 5 6 Qty 4 1 1 2 2 1 ID # 7 8 9 10 11 12 © Trynex International 2011 (REV 001) Part # Qty D6166 D6172 D6214 D6232 D6332 D6467 1 2 1 1 1 6 ID # 13 14 15 16 17 18 Part # Qty D6469 D6528 D6534 D6535 D6562 D6566 1 4 1 1 1 ID # 19 20 21 22 23 Part # D6584 D6651 D6736 D6737 D6781 Qty 8 1 1 1 1 1 25
Frame Assembly Parts Breakdown Model # SP-3000 12 22 15 14 13 3 22 5 20 6 7 23 8 17 2 4 18 16 1 11 19 9 4 10 21 17 26 © Trynex International 2011 (REV 001)
Frame Assembly Parts Breakdown Model # SP-3000 ID # Part # 1 D6138 D6165 D6166 D6452 D6471 D6472 2 3 4 5 6 Qty 4 4 4 12 1 1 ID # 7 8 9 10 11 12 © Trynex International 2011 (REV 001) Part # Qty D6473 D6490 D6491 D6496 D6497 D6499 1 1 1 1 1 1 ID # 13 14 15 16 17 18 Part # Qty D6504 D6506 D6509 D6515 D6528 D6533 1 1 4 1 8 ID # 19 20 21 22 23 Part # D6584 D6585 D6738 D6874 D7277 Qty 4 1 1 8 1 1 27
Frame Assembly Parts Breakdown Model # SP-6000 14 23 13 12 11 23 4 10 20 15 18 6 2 17 19 3 5 1 16 9 21 7 8 28 17 22 © Trynex International 2011 (REV 001)
Frame Assembly Parts Breakdown Model # SP-6000 ID # Part # 1 D6138 D6158 D6165 D6166 D6452 D6490 2 3 4 5 6 Qty 4 2 4 4 8 1 ID # 7 8 9 10 11 12 © Trynex International 2011 (REV 001) Part # Qty D6491 D6496 D6497 D6500 D6504 D6506 1 1 1 1 1 1 ID # 13 14 15 16 17 18 Part # D6509 D6510 D6514 D6515 D6528 D6529 Qty 4 1 1 1 8 2 ID # 19 20 21 22 23 Part # Qty D6533 D6577 D6584 D6738 D6874 1 1 4 1 8 29
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