SaltDogg Replacement Tailgate Spreader User Manual

9049 Tyler Blvd. • Mentor, Ohio 44060

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Installation/Operation Instructions

Replacement Tailgate Spreader for DumperDogg 5535000

(Steel, Stainless Steel, or Poly)

WARNING

Observe the following Safety Precautions before, during and
after operating this spreader. By following these precautions and
common sense, possible injury to persons and potential damage to
this machine may be avoided.

Safety Precautions

• Ensure unit is mounted properly and latch pins are fully

engaged to dump bed before use.

• Never stick hands or limbs into unit while operating.

Serious injury or death can occur.

• Always disconnect power before working on or adjusting

unit.

• Never modify spreader or warranty will be void.

• Never use spreader for anything other than salt, sand, or

calcium products.

• Keep fingers and limbs away from spinner and augers
during operation.

• Ensure there is proper clearance between the spinner

assembly and bumper of vehicle during lifting of the dump
bed. On some vehicles the bed can not be lifted the full 45
degrees.

• Always inspect hardware before every use to ensure bolts

and nuts have not loosened.

• Never operate vehicle with dump bed in full upright position.

Tailgate Assembly Instructions

1. After receiving your tailgate spreader ensure the necessary

components and hardware have been shipped and that
the unit is not damaged. See packing list for complete
breakdown of hardware.

2. The main components of the tailgate spreader are already

assembled from the factory. The spinner assembly can be
assembled either with the main spreader before installation
to the dump body or after. It may be easier to install the
spinner after the unit has been installed to reduce weight
and keep the spinner assembly from getting in the way.

3. Assemble spinner assembly by using the pivot bar

(3015755) and lynch pins (66003) provided with hardware.
Ensure the lynch pins are properly fastened. Tighten pivot
bar with screw shown in Fig. 1.

4. Install the main spreader assembly on Dump Body and

ensure all four latch pins are fully engaged. It may be
easier to use a tow motor to install the unit. There is a hook
provided on top of the spreader for use with a proper chain.

5. Install spill guard (see item number 2 in Fig. 3) on top of

spreader using the provided 3/8-16x1 bolts. Ensure the
guard is safely fastened by using provided 3/8-16 locknuts.

6. A skirt kit (3016927) is included with the spreader. The

skirt kit is designed to be placed between the spreader and
the truck to keep salt out of the truck bed. Installation of the
skirt is optional and at user's discretion.

Electrical Installation

1. Do not connect to power source until all electric

components are installed.

2. Locate control box, all wire harnesses, and accessories

shown in Fig. 2.

3. Install battery cable harness (3016943) through fire wall.

Hole may need to be drilled. Place cables near desired
location by the battery. Do not connect leads to battery at
this time. Run cables through drilled hole being careful not
to damage insulation of cable.

4. Once cables are through hole, seal hole with a grommet

and or silicone to prevent water from entering interior of
vehicle.

5. Locate an accessible position for the controller (3016934).

Fasten control loosely so harnesses can be connected with
ease.

6. A tail light is included with this spreader in the event that

the spreader motor blocks your vehicle's tail light. Be sure to
wire the tail light correctly. On most trucks the light can be
attached to the existing harness. If there is no harness, the
wires will need to be spliced into your rear tail light.

WARNING

Do not install controller in the deployment path of an air bag. Refer

to vehicle manufacturer's manual for air bag deployment area(s).

7.

Connect battery cables to the control unit. The battery cable
has a red connector and can only be plugged in one way.

8. Route the motor wire harness (3016944) through vehicle to

spreader. Use wire ties to fasten harnesses to frame and
or under carriage. Ensure harnesses do not interfere with
any moving parts and are not located near a heat source
such as an exhaust. Be careful not to damage or kink
the harnesses in any way. The single end of the harness
attaches to the controller.

9. Connect the ignition cable (0203700) to the controller and

to a power source in the fuse box controlled by the ignition
key.

10. Ensure no obstructions are present in the spreader and

make sure the unit is off before connecting cables to
battery.

11. The battery cables may now be attached. Ensure leads are

connected to a clean and secure battery post.

12.

The unit should now be ready for operation. Check the
spreader is receiving power and that all controls are working.

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Operation

1. Inspect spreader and spinner assembly to ensure all

hardware is tight.

2. Ensure wire harness is not hanging down and that is

securely fastened.

3. Lubricate bearings, chains, and chain sprockets.

4. Make sure there is proper tension on chain.

5. Adjust feed door, and deflectors.

6. Never adjust any components of the spinner unless unit is

turned off and disconnected form a power source.

7. Load dump bed with approved material. Do not exceed the

vehicle's GVWR.

8. Raise the dump body to move salt to rear of the dump bed,

ensure spinner assembly does not hit the bumper. If the

unit is tilted its full 45 degrees the spinner may hit the
bumper on some vehicles.

9. Turn power on for the controller and adjust settings and

deflectors for desired spread pattern. This will require
some practice before achieving the desired settings.

10. Raise dump bed periodically to shift material towards

spreader.

11. Do not run spreader unless the vehicle is running. Failure

to do so will result in a dead battery.

Adjustments

Never adjust any aspect of spreader with the unit running.

Door adjustment

1. Loosen the lock bolt to the left of the door. Adjust door to

desired opening, re-tightening lock bolt.

2. Do not over tighten this bolt. It is only a friction lock.

Chain adjustment

1. Remove passenger side cover on spreader. (Two bolts

and nuts).

2. To adjust the chain, loosen the rear bearings connected

to the agitator shaft and adjust the shaft until the proper
amount of tension is achieved (about ½” of play).

3. Re-tighten bearings and reattach covers.

4. Make sure set screws are tight on sprockets.

Spinner adjustment

1. Adjust the spinner deflectors by loosening the bolts and

nuts connecting the deflectors to the assembly.

2. Adjust position and re-tighten.

3. Loosen the bolt on the pivot rod and slide spinner

assembly to desired position.

4. Re-tighten bolt.

Maintenance

• To access the bearings and chain drive the outer cover
panels must be removed from unit.

• The left cover requires the two bolts and nuts at the top
and bottom of the panel to be removed. Reinstall in the
reverse sequence.

• The right panel requires the removal of the motor shaft
clevis pin and two nuts and bolts at the top and bottom
of the panel. Locate the accesses hole on the bottom of
the spreader and remove the cotter pin and clevis pin.
The motor will remain attached to the cover plate. To
reassemble the cover plate, align the motor shaft with
the auger shaft and reinsert clevis pin and cotter pin.
Reinstall bolts and nuts.

Bearings

1. Grease bearings at least once a week or as often as

needed.

2. Check that the bearings are fastened securely to the

spreader housing.

Chain

1. Oil the chain in conjunction with the bearings.

2. Check for proper tension periodically. (½" of play)

3. Check for broken or loose links.

When the unit is not in use

1. Disconnect the power cables.

2. Clean unit by removing all salt and debris. Never let salt

sit in the unit. It may harden and become very difficult to
remove.

3. Always use caution when moving and installing the

spreader unit.

5535000 SPREADER WARRANTY INFORMATION

This warranty replaces all previous warranties and no employee of this company is authorized to extend additional warranties, or
agreements, or implications not explicitly covered herein.

Buyers Products Company warrants all parts of the product to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1)

year. Parts must be properly installed and used under normal conditions. Normal wear is excluded.

Any part, which has been altered, including modifications, misuse, accident, or lack of maintenance will not be considered under this
warranty.

The sole responsibility of Buyers Products Company under this warranty is limited to repairing or replacing any part(s), which are
returned, prepaid, 30 days after such defect is discovered, and returned part(s) are found to be defective by Buyers Products Company.

Authorization from Buyers Products Company must be obtained before returning any part. The following information must accompany
defective parts returned to Buyers Products Company: RMA #, spreader model, serial number, date installed, and distributor from
whom purchased.

Buyers Products Company shall not be liable for damage arising out of failure of any unit to operate properly, or failure, or delay in work,

or for any consequential damages. No charges for transportation or labor performed on any part will be allowed under this warranty.

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