This Manual Must Be Read Before Operating The Equipment Owner / Operator’s Manual FOR MODELS SP-8500 CUSTOMER COPY Madison Heights, Michigan 800-725-8377 www.snowexproducts.
Table of Contents Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 General Information and Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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.
General Information CONGRATULATIONS! The spreader you have purchased is an example of snow and ice control technology at its finest! Your spreader’s innovative, self-contained design is a trademark of all Trynex products. Here’s why... SIMPLICITY: Fewer moving parts manufactured of higher quality means minimal maintenance for your SnowEx spreader.
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 Trynex, International. Unit must be strapped down and locked into position before operating vehicle.
Safety (continued) Always inspect pins and latches whenever attaching or detaching spreader, and before traveling. Never leave material in hopper for long periods of time. Be aware that all ice melters are hygroscopic and will attract atmospheric moisture and harden up. Remember, most accidents are preventable and caused by human error.
Safety and Warning Labels Model # SP-8500 SERIAL NUMBER ON REVERSE SIDE D 6546 D 6859 D 6544 D 6335 © Trynex International 2010 D 6545 D 6548 1—7
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Auger Drive Assembly Parts Breakdown Model # SP-8500 VM4 — 10 © Trynex International 2009 L1159
Auger Drive Assembly Parts Breakdown Model # SP-8500 Key Par t No.
Spinner Drive Assembly Parts Breakdown Model # SP-8500 1 — 12 © Trynex International 2010
Spinner Drive Assembly Parts Breakdown Model # SP-8500 Key © Trynex International 2010 Par t No.
Hopper Assembly Parts Breakdown Model # SP-8500 VM4 — 14 © Trynex International 2009 L1159
Hopper Assembly Parts Breakdown Model # SP-8500 Key Par t No. D 6576 D 6584 D 6165 D 6138 D 6874 D 6815 D 6515 D 6800 D 6808 D 6807 D 6809 D 6811 D 6848 D 6874 D 6847 D 6849 Des c r iption 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 HHCS 3/8 Serrated Flange Nut 5/16" Flat Washer 5/16" Nylock Nut #14 1-1/2” Tek w/Neo Washer Bolt Plate Heavy Duty Vibrator V- Maxx Hopper Inverted V Assembly Discharge Baffle Salt Baffle Inverted V Backing Plates Front Top Screen #14 x 1. 5" HWH Self Driller Baffle Extension Rear Top Screen Qty.
Vehicle Harness Wiring Instructions Model # SP-8500 Step 1: Take harness assembly and route from the rear of the vehicle to the front. Route harness along frame and attach to frame hole 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-8500 (-) (+) 9 5 7 (+) 2 Truck Cab. Power Under Dash (-) Auger Motor 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. Vibrator 1 Spinner Plug See CHMSL page 15 Brake Light Power (Truck) Aux. Aux. 12 10 11 3 8 4 will void warranty. Special Notes: 1) All external connections must have dielectric grease.
Controller Wiring Diagram Model # SP-8500 Auger Red Positive (+) Auger Black Negative (–) 20 Amp Circuit Breaker 20 Black Negative (–) Pre-Wetting System Output Data Port OUTPUT Spinner Red Positive (+) Vibrator Red Positive (+) Red Positive (+) MAIN INPUT POWER Vibrator Black Negative (–) Spinner Black Negative (–) and put in a cool dry place. The interior summer temperatures could damage circuit board and void warranty.
Spreader Power Harness Circuit Diagram Model # SP-8500 SPINNER Blue Positive (+) SPINNER Orange Negative (–) AUGER Red Positive (+) VIBRATOR Yellow Positive (+) VIBRATOR Green Negative (–) AUGER Black Negative (–) MAIN POWER PLUG SPREADER Yellow Positive (+) Orange Negative (–) Green Negative (–) VIBRATOR POWER PLUG © Trynex International 2009 L1159 Blue Positive (+) SPINNER POWER PLUG VM4 — 21
Vehicle Harness Circuit Diagram Model # SP-8500 CONTROL OUTPUT PLUG BUMPER PLUG AUGER CIRCUIT OUTPUT SPINNER/VIBRATOR CIRCUIT Anderson Block (4) Pos Anderson Block (2) Pos VIBRATOR Green Negative (–) VIBRATOR OUTPUT Yellow Positive (+) VIBRATOR Yellow Positive (+) AUGER Black Negative (–) AUGER Red Positive (+) SPINNER OUTPUT Blue Positive (+) SPINNER Blue Positive (+) VIBRATOR OUTPUT Green Negative (–) Red Positive (+) Black Negative (–) SPINNER OUTPUT Orange Negative (–) SPINNER Orange Negative
Center High Mount Stop Lamp (CHMSL) Model # SP-8500 • 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.
Mounting System Strapping Techniques Model # SP-8500 Figure 1 Cross Left Upper to Right Lower Cross Right Upper to Left Lower. Stop Bars & Strap from rear of vehicle to front corner. Ratchet Straps Figure 2: Frame Mounting Bolts Key Through floor/bed mounting bolts. © Trynex International 2009 L1159 Part No.
Mounting Instructions Model # SP-8500 Step 1: Remove tailgate from pickup bed. Step 2: Load spreader on to truck bed and mount spinner assembly. Step 3: Slide spreader forward until deflector/chute assembly makes contact with vehicle. Then, slide spreader back approx. 1” to allow for 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.
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Operating the Spreader Model # SP-8500 BAFFLE INSTRUCTIONS • The V-Maxx 8500 uses a dual baffle design over the auger area. This baffle (D6809) is used for dry bulk materials. The baffle is designed to reduce the risk of leakage with clean/dry free-flowing materials. If the material you are using is damp/wet, you may need to remove baffle (D6809). This will allow for more unrestricted flow of materials and possible bridging.
Operating the Spreader Model # SP-8500 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 45-80 lbs. Sand/Salt Mix 95-120 lbs.
Operating the Spreader (continued) Model # SP-8500 WARNING PROTECTION • If audible beeping occurs, read display to identify problem. If display reads “OL” (overload) or “OH” (overheat) shut controller down and carefully clear jammed auger. If display reads “E1“ this means there is a dead short in system. Do not use until problem is corrected. If display reads “E 0” this means that the motor is not getting any power. Check all connections.
Troubleshooting Model # SP-8500 Whenever service is necessary, your local SnowEx Dealer knows your Spreader best. Take your Spreader to your local dealer for any maintenance or service needs on your unit. If this is not possible, the Troubleshooting Guide below may assist you in identifying the problem. Warning: First read all warning instructions and safety messages before servicing your spreader. Preliminary Checks • Be sure all electrical connections are tight and clean.
Troubleshooting Model # SP-8500 SPREADER DOES NOT RUN CONTROLLER TURNS ON BEEP SHUTS OFF DISPLAYS ERROR CODE OL CODE DEFINITION: AMP DRAW TOO HIGH JAMMED MATERIAL BAD MOTOR CHECK WITH TEST KIT SWITCH OFF & ON FOR AUTO-REVERSE FUNCTION CLEAR JAM TEST 4 TO 20 AMP DRAW NO LOAD GOOD 20+ AMP DRAW NO LOAD BAD BAD TRANSMISSION CHECK WITH TEST KIT CORROSION TEST TURN SHAFT BY HAND SHOULD TURN FREELY REPLACE ALL CORRODED CONNECTIONS DON'T FORGET USE DIELECTRIC GREASE BAD CONTROLLER CHECK WITH TEST KIT
Troubleshooting Material Flow Model # SP-8500 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 TURN ON VIBRATOR SLOW MATERIAL FLOW RUN 12 VOLT TO AUGER CIRCUIT ON SPREADER POWER CORD AUGER RUNS PROPER DIRECTION AUGER RUNS BACKWARDS REPLACE VEHICLE HARNESS CHECK CONNECTIONS AT AUGER MOTOR FOR REVERSE POLARI
Spreader Maintenance Model # SP-8500 • 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 – Disconnect electricity to spreader before servicing. • CAUTION – The controller is a solid state electronic unit and is not serviceable. Any attempt to service will void warranty.
Useful Formulas Model # SP-8500 Determining Vehicle Payload Example: Coarse Salt – Dry Material Type 6'/8'SP-8500 Vee Pro Equipment installed when vehicle was weighed Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (RGAWR) 8600 Rear Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) (lb.) Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) (lb.) (empty) – 6500 – – – – Payload Available (lb.) = 2100 = = = = Material Weight (lb./cu. yd.) ÷ 1431 ÷ ÷ ÷ ÷ Maximum Volume (cu. yd.) = 1.47 = = = = 24" Maximum Height (approximate) (in.
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 CARDmust be returned to the manufacturer for this warranty to become effective. This warranty applies to the original retail purchaser only.
Warranty Registration and Customer Survey To initiate the warranty on your new SnowEx spreader and assure prompt warranty service, please complete the following warranty registration and customer survey, sign and mail it back to the factory within 30 days of purchase.
