CAUTION! Do not overload vehicle beyond the vehicle
GVWR or GAWR. Check the vehicle’s load rating certification sticker for maximum vehicle capacity.
Average Material Weights:
MATERIALWEIGHT (POU NDS PER CUBIC YARD)
#1 Rock Salt950
#2 Rock Salt1,215
Coarse Sand - Dry2,565
Coarse Sand - Wet3,240
Note: To calculate the total spreader weight (including ice
control material); add the empty spreader weight plus the
ice control material and spreader accessories.
Hopper Storage Capacity
1.8 CU YD
1.0 CU YD
0.5 CU YD
12”
27”
19”
Recommended Fastener Torques:
Maintain all fastener torques as shown in the following
table. Failure to do so may cause injury to persons.
The engine crankcase is filled with 1 quart of SAE 5W-30
motor oil at the factory. The gearbox is filled with SAE 90
gear lubricant at the factory.
Warning! Verify that the above oil viscosity meets your
operating requirements. If not, empty and refill with the
proper viscosity. Before starting spreader, check that the
engine crankcase and gearbox are filled to the proper
level with lubricant.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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.
1.Read this entire Owners Manual before operating this
spreader. This includes the Tecumseh Formula XL/C 10 hp.
engine Operator’s Manuals.
2.Read all safety decals on the spreader before operat-
ing.
. Do not operate a spreader that is in need of mainte-
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nance or repairs.
12. Never lay tools or equipment on top of the 12 VDC
spreader’s battery. This could accidentally ground the positive (+) battery terminal, resulting in electrical shock,
burns or damage to the vehicle or equipment.
13. Avoid contact with battery acid. Battery acid can seriously burn eyes or skin. Battery acid can also burn holes in
clothing.
14. Always disconnect the battery before removing or
replacing electrical components.
15. A charging battery gives off gases that can explode if
touched by a spark or flame. Cover the top of the battery
with electrically non-conductive material to keep sparks
away from battery gases.
16. If the spreader must be operated with the spreader
battery disconnected, insulate the positive (red) battery
cable and red wire from the engine alternator with electrical tape.
3.Check to make sure all safety guards are securely
mounted into place before operating this spreader.
4.Make sure the engine cover is securely fastened to the
spreader before operating the spreader.
5.Verify that all personnel are clear of the spreader spray
area before starting or operating this spreader.
6.Keep all loose clothing, hair, jewelry and limbs clear of
the spreader before starting or operating this spreader.
7.Do not over-load your vehicle beyond payload limits. If
there are any questions, contact the vehicle manufacturer.
8.Do not adjust, clean, oil or unclog material jambs without first turning off the spreader, removing the engine
spark plug connector.
9.Do not climb on or in the spreader during operation.
Do not ride on the spreader while the vehicle is in motion.
10. Make sure the spreader is securely fastened to the
vehicle in accordance with this manual.
17. Do not use side extensions on the T304 Stainless Steel
spreader to increase salt storage capability. Using side
extensions may damage hopper and cause injury to personnel.
SCH096 SPREADER WARRANTY
INFORMATION
T
his 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, excluding the Tecumseh gasoline
engine, from the date of installation. 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.
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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.
The 10.0 HP gasoline engine is solely warranted through
Tecumseh Products Company. All warranty claims are to
be processed through Tecumseh Products Company. This
information is explained in the Tecumseh Engine owner’s
manual.
Please photocopy and complete this information and mail it
to the following address to validate this warranty:
Buyers Products Company
9049 Tyler Blvd.
Mentor, Ohio 44060.
Name:
in the rear-most (toward rear of the truck) hopper cross
member.
Warning! The lifting device must be adequately rated to
lift a payload equal to or greater than the spreader
weight. See page 2 for spreader weights.
The lifting loop is placed at the approximate balance point
of the spreader. Residual material, gasoline, oil, battery, top
screen, or inverted vee assembly may affect this balance
point.
C. Elevate the spreader off the vehicle with lumber. Place
lumber under the side gussets of the spreader. This will
help with removal of excess material that accumulates
under the spreader.
D. Center the spreader on the vehicle with the ends of the
sill extensions 14” to the rear of the nearest vertical
obstruction (bumper, trailer hitch, etc). It is recommended
that the Spinner/Chute Assembly be loosely attached to the
hopper. This should be done to avoid any interference
between the vehicle and the Spinner/Chute Assembly.
E.Bolt the spreader to the vehicle frame using the holes
located in each of the four (4) side gussets. Use 1/2” SAE
Grade 5 hardware as required by vehicle application.
F.In addition secure the spreader to the vehicle using the
four (4) tie-down eyes located at each corner of the spreader
to the vehicle’s factory installed anchor points using proper
tie-down devices.
Company:
Address:
Spreader Model:
Serial No.:
Installation Date:
Purchase From:
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
1.Mounting the Spreader onto the Vehicle:
A. Remove the tailgate from the vehicle.
B.Lift the carbon steel spreader by means of the lifting
loop that is welded to the hopper cross channel. Lift the
stainless steel spreader by means of the square knock-out
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The spreader must be securely fastened to the frame of
the vehicle.
Verify with the vehicle’s manufacturer that the factory
installed anchor points are designed for tie-down of such
load.
Periodically check that the spreader mounting hardware
is securely tightened.
2.Mounting the Spinner/Chute Assembly
A. Attach the Spinner/Chute Assembly to the spreader
using the four (4) 3/8-16 X 5/8” hex head bolts, lock washers, and nuts. The head of the bolt is to be placed on the
inside of the chute assembly. Push the chute assembly
towards the cab of the vehicle. Loosely attach the hardware, but do not tighten at this time.
B.Install the roller chain between the sprocket mounted to
the Spinner/Chute Assembly and the Gearbox Sprocket.
Make sure both sprockets are in-line with one another.
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Tighten the Gearbox Sprocket set screw. Install the roller
chain master link.
C. To adjust the roller chain tension, loosen the Spinner
Shaft bearing bolts and slide the shaft away from the
Gearbox Sprocket. Be sure to maintain the vertical alignment of the Spinner Shaft and Bearings before tightening
the hardware. The correct chain tension should allow a
5/16” deflection midway between both chain sprockets.
Caution! Do not over-tension the roller chain. This can
cause damage to the chain, bearings, and gearbox.
D. Install the chain guard using the three (3) 1/4-20 X 3/4”
hex head bolts, lock washers, and nuts.
E.Tighten all hardware to the recommended torque specifications as shown in this manual.
3.Control Box and Vehicle Wiring Harness Installation.
Note:The following instructions show how to install the
spreader so that the engine will draw power, to start the
engine, from a dedicated battery located on the spreader
CAB CONTROL BOX
D. Connect the stripped end of the red wire to an accessory wire/terminal that is controlled by the vehicle’s ignition
switch.
4. Spreader Wiring Installation
A. Attach the terminal end of the black (negative) battery
cable to the negative terminal (marked “-”) on the battery.
B.Then connect the terminal end of the red (positive) battery cable to the positive terminal (marked “+”) on the battery.
C. Using cable straps and 1/4” x 3/4” sheet metal screws,
secure the spreader wiring harness to the spreader.
Predrilled holes are provided for securing the sheet metal
screws.
D. Verify that the Ignition Switch in Control Box is in the
“OFF” position prior to completing step E.
E.Connect the Spreader and Vehicle Wiring Harnesses.
5. Installing the Inverted Vee Assembly
(Optional Equipment)
Carbon Steel Unit:
Secure the Deflector Weldment (inverted vee) to the Support
Weldments (Support Weldments are welded into the hopper) with four (4) 3/8-16 X 1” hex head cap screw, lock
washers, and nuts.
A. Layout a wiring path for the Vehicle Wiring Harness.
Warning! Do not drill holes into fuel tanks, fuel
lines, through electrical wiring, etc that may be
damaged by drilling.
B.Mount the Control Box in a convenient location in the
truck cab.
C. Connect the green wire from the Vehicle Wiring
Harness to a known vehicle ground.
Stainless Steel:
The front and rear hopper cross members have two (2)
predrilled holes in each to support the Stainless Steel
Deflector Weldment. Secure the deflector with four (4) 3/816 X 1” hex head cap screws, lock washers, and nuts.
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A. Adjust the height of the inverted vee for the material
being spread:
•For salt and dry sand, adjust the Deflector Weldment as
close to the bottom of the hopper as possible.
•For salt/sand mix, adjust the Deflector Weldment to the
middle of the mounting holes.
•For wet sand, adjust the Deflector Weldment to the
highest position.
•Tighten all hardware according to the Torque Chart.
SPREADER OPERATION
Note: Before starting the engine, follow all safety precautions.
1. A word about the Cab Control Box Functions:
“OFF” position: While in this position, 12 VDC power is
shut off to the spreader. To turn off the spreader, turn key
to this position.
“ON” position: While in this position, 12 VDC power is
turned on to the spreader.
“START” position: While in this position, the spreader’s
engine starter is activated.
C. The Throttle Switch is a two position switch with the
following functions:
“FAST” position: While in this position, the engine speed
will increase.
“IDLE” position: While in this position, the engine speed
will decrease.
.Starting the Engine
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A. Verify that the Clutch Switch and Ignition Switch on the
Cab Control Box are in the “OFF” position.
B.Turn the vehicle ignition to the “ON” position.
A. The Clutch Switch is a three position switch with the
following functions:
“OFF” position: While in this position, with the engine running, the Spreader Feed Chain and the Spinner Disc will not
spin. Therefore, the spreader will not spread ice control
material.
“ON” position: While in this position, the Spreader Feed
chain and the Spinner Disc will spin with the engine running.
“BLAST” position: While in this position, with the engine
running, the Spreader Feed Chain and the Spinner Disc will
spin. In this position switch can only be activated when
held into the “BLAST” position.
C. Turn the Spreader Ignition Switch to the “ON” position.
D. Move the Throttle Switch on the Cab Control Box to the
“Idle” Position and hold for approximately two seconds.
E.Turn the Ignition Switch to the “START” position.
F.While the engine is cranking, move the Throttle Switch
to the “CHOKE/FAST” position.
G. Release the Throttle Switch when the engine begins to
start.
H. Release the Ignition Switch when the engine starts.
I.After the engine starts, move the Throttle Switch to the
“IDLE” position to release the choke (hold switch for 1/2-1
seconds).
3.Stopping the Engine
A
. Reduce engine RPM by holding Throttle Switch to the
“IDLE” position for 2-3 sec. To stop the engine, turn the
Ignition key to the “OFF” position.
B.The Ignition Switch is a three position switch with the
following functions:
4.Clutch Operation
A. Start the engine and adjust the speed to slightly above
idle.
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B.Move the Clutch Switch into the “ON” position.
C. Increase the engine RPM by moving the Throttle
Switch.
D. It is recommended that the clutch only be engaged at
the lowest possible speed without stopping the engine.
This practice will prevent premature spinner chain failure
and chain tension loss.
E.Do not constantly use “Blast” clutch regime. This practice will prevent premature clutch and flex coupler failure
and breakage.
5.Spinner/Chute Assembly Operation
Internal Baffle Adjustment
BOTH INTERNAL
BAFFLES OUT
LEFT BAFFLE IN,
RIGHT OUT
RIGHT BAFFLE IN,
LEFT OUT
External Baffle Adjustment
ALL BAFFLES
ADJUSTED DOWN
FOR A CONFINED
SPREAD PATTERN
RIGHT BAFFLE
DEFLECTS MATERIAL
DOWN, HEAVY
ON RIGHT SIDE
LEFT BAFFLE
DEFLECTS MATERIAL
DOWN, HEAVY
ON LEFT SIDE
6. Precautions
Caution! Always follow the following precautions so as
not to cause damage to the spreader
A. If the feed chain does not move because of dense material or jambs, remove all materials from the hopper and free
the chain.
A. The spread pattern and the amount of material dis-
pensed depends on the following:
Engine RPM.
Feed Gate position.
Baffle Settings.
B. Keep the following rules in mind:
•Decreasing engine RPM will decrease the amount of
material coming to the spinner.
•Increasing engine RPM will increase the amount of
material coming to the spinner.
•Size of the Feed Gate opening will increase or decrease
the amount of material coming to the spinner.
B.If the material in the hopper freezes, move the spreader
into a warm area to thaw.
C. To prevent the feed chain from freezing, do not store
material in the spreader.
D. The gearbox is designed to only accept torque from the
input shaft. Therefore, DO NOT ATTEMPT TO FREE THE
FEED CHAIN BY USING A PIPE OR SIMILAR TOOL TO
MOVE OR DISLODGE THE CHAIN. If the feed chain is
moved, the gears within the gearbox will strip. This action
will void all warranties.
E.Check and maintain the correct oil level for both the
engine crankcase and the gearbox. The engine crankcase is
filled with 1 quart of SAE 5W-30 motor oil at the factory.
The gearbox is filled with SAE 90 gear lubricant at the factory.
Warning! The engine crankcase and gearbox must be
filled and maintained with oil. The engine crankcase oil
must be of the correct viscosity for the intended spreader
operating conditions. Refer to the Tecumseh Engine
owner manual to determine the correct viscosity.
Operating the engine or gearbox without oil (or without a
sufficient amount of oil) can cause permanent damage to
the engine or crankcase.
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SPREADER MAINTENANCE
1.Use dielectric grease on all electrical connections before
an electrical connection is made or after a connector is disconnected.
2.Grease the following:
Idler shaft bearings (2).
Drive shaft bearings (2).
Spinner shaft bearings (2).
Flanged bearing located between gearbox and clutch.
3.Check gearbox oil level periodically and maintain the oil
level by adding appropriate lubricant.
4.Fill the engine crankcase with recommended oil to the
full line. Read the Tecumseh Engine owners manual for the
recommended oil viscosity for your operating conditions.
Check the oil level periodically and maintain the oil level.
Clean and lubricate engine’s choke throttle linkage.
5.Check the Feed Chain tension periodically. Check the
chain tension by measuring the distance between the end
of the sill extensions and the point where the chain contacts
the lower flange on the rail. The correct distance between
these two points is 26” to 30”. See the diagram below to
clarify.
the Spinner Shaft is vertical after any adjustments.
Caution! Do not over-tension either roller chain. Overtensioning can cause damage to bearings, roller chain,
sprockets, or the engine.
7.Empty the spreader of all ice control material when not
in use to prevent a frozen feed chain.
8.Wash out the spreader when it is not in use. At the
end of the season wash out the spreader to remove all ice
control materials. Thoroughly dry all metal surfaces. Paint
and oil all bare metal surfaces, to protect from rust.
Properly store the spreader for the next season.
9.To minimize problems and extend the life of the Electric
Clutch, the following procedures are recommended:
A. At the end of the season, remove and clean the clutch.
B.After cleaning, coat both mating surfaces of the clutch
with oil or light grease.
C. Remove oil and grease prior to using the clutch again.
10. Engine Repair - Maintain the spreader engine according
to the Engine Owner’s Manual. This manual is shipped
with the spreader. The engine warranty is covered by
Tecumseh Products Co. If service is required, contact an
authorized Tecumseh Service Center.
6.Maintain the correct tension on the following roller
chains:
A. Engine to Gearbox Input Sprocket.
B. Spinner Shaft to Gearbox Input Sprocket.
The correct chain tension allows 5/16” deflection midway
between respective sprockets. Oil both roller chains often,
and at the end of each season.
To loosen or tighten Chain A, loosen the four (4) 3/8-16 X 1”
carriage bolts that fasten the Motor Mount Weldment to the
drive base and slide the Engine Mount Stand.
To loosen or tighten Chain B, loosen the Spinner Bearing
Mounting hardware and slide the Spinner Shaft. Verify that
130013061CHUTE HOUSING SUBASSEMBLY-STD CS
130014051CHUTE HOUSING SUBASSEMBLY-EXT CS
130021141CHUTE HOUSING SUBASSEMBLY STD SST
130021201CHUTE HOUSING SUBASSEMBLY EXT SST
2FPC0078000751COTTER PIN, 5/64 X 3/4
314200141CLEVIS SHEAR PIN, 1/4 X 2-1/2
430046111SPINNER DISC 11.5 DIA. POLY
514200153CONTROL ROD
6FPC0130001001COTTER PIN, 1/8 X 1
74H. HEAD CAP SCREW 3/8-16 X 3/4 GR5
74HEX NUT 3/8-16
743/8 FLATWASHER
743/8 LOCKWASHER
814200163HAIRPIN COTTER, 3/32 X 2
914200182LYNCH PIN, 3/8 X 1-3/4
102GREASE FITTING #400
114H. HEAD CAP SCREW, 3/8-16 X 3/4, GR5
1143/8 FLATWASHER
1143/8 LOCKWASHER
1214201012PILLOW BLOCK B EAR ING, 3/4”
1314201501SPINNER SHAFT-STD
13142X1501SPINNER SHAFT-EXT
14KS3011KEY, 3/16” SQUARE X 1”
1514200041SPROCKET, 24 TOOTH W/ SET SCREW
1614107111ROLLER CHAIN, #40, W/ 80 LINKS
1730022251COLLAR, .75 DIA LOCK WITH TWO SET
114119021STAND, ENGINE MOUNT
24WASHER, LOCK, 5/16”
34NUT, 5/16 SAE
44WASHER, FLAT, 5/16”
54SCREW, HHC, 5-16-18X 1.5 GR5
614107091THROTTLE MOTOR ASSEMBLY
714119111RETAI NER, THROTTLE MOTOR BRKT
82WASHER, FLAT, 1/4 SAE
914119151SPROCKET, ENGINE DRIVE
10KS4021KEY, 1/4” X 2”
1113060701SOLENOID
122NUT, HEX, 1/4-20
132WASHER, LOCK, 1/4”
142SCREW, HHC, 1/4-20 X 3/4” GR 5
ITEMPART NO.QTY. DESCRIPTION
1530057091ENGINE, GAS 10 HP TECUMSEH
1614119101THROTTLE PIN ASSEMBLY
1730013781CABLE, BATTERY, 14” (BLACK)
1830013792CABLE, BATTERY, 14” (RED)
1914011531TERMINAL, 1/4” RING
2014300332TERMINAL, 5/16 RING
21RED WIRE, 16 GA
223SCREW, #8-32 X 5/8 MACHINE, PAN HD
233NUT, #8-32 NYLOCK
2414107141BRACKET, THROTTLE CONTROL
TECUMSEH 10 HP
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THROTTLE MOTOR ASSEMBLY
INSTRUCTIONS
Caution! Improper installation of the Throttle Motor
Assembly can result in damage to the engine choke/throt-
130057881ENGINE MOUNT WELDMENT CS
130057341ENGINE MOUNT WELDMENT SST
2141070K1GEARBOX ASSEMBLY
tle linkage.
Removal Instructions:
1.Carefully observe the existing installation and mark the
position of the Throttle Control Bracket on the Engine
Mount Stand.
.Disconnect the wire connections.
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3.Remove the 1/4-20 fasteners that hold the Throttle
Control Bracket to the Engine Mount Stand. Remove the
Throttle Motor Assembly.
Installation Instructions:
1.Connect the electrical wiring. Only connect the brown
wire to brown (white) wire and red wire to red (black) wire.
.Fasten the new Throttle Motor to the Throttle Control
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Bracket using the existing hardware.
3.Run the new Throttle Motor until the crank is within
opening of the Throttle Control Bracket.
4.Place the Throttle Pin Assembly on the crank of the
Throttle Motor using hole in the end of plastic block.
5.Place the assembly onto the Engine Mount Stand by
inserting the Throttle Pin into the engine choke/throttle
linkage slider.
314011501CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
4K18N1KEY, WOODRUFF 1/4” x 1-1/8”
514110001BEARING, 2-HOLE FLANGED, 1” ID
614118001SPROCKET, CLUTCH, 52 TOOTH
730058281ENGINE SHROUD WELDMENT CS
730058261ENGINE SHROUD WELDMENT SST
830013612WASHER, FLAT 3/8” ID NYLON
914107071BATTERY, 12 VDC
1030013632BRACKET, BATTERY MOUNT
111410216SPONGE RUBBER
124SCREW, HHC 1/2-13 X 1 GR 5
134WASHER, LOCK 1/2”
1414115002COLLAR, 1” ID
152SCREW, HHC 5/16-18 X 1-1/2 GR 5
162WASHER, FLAT 5/16 SAE
1730057351ENGINE ASSEMBLY, TECUMSEH 10 HP
1830002832PIN, PIVOT, 5/32 X 1-1/2”
193SCREW, HHC 5/16 - 18 X 5/8”
204BOLT, CARRIAGE 3/8-16 X 1”
216WASHER, FLAT 3/8 USS
224WASHER, LOCK 3/8”
234NUT, HEX 3/8-16
242NUT, HEX NYLOCK 3/8-16
252SCREW, HHC 3/8-16 X 1-1/4” GR 5
265WASHER, LOCK 5/16”
272NUT, HEX 5/16-18
2830013811GUARD, ENGINE BASE CS
2930002812STRAP, RUBBER LATCH
302WASHER, FLAT #8
3130002852E-RING, 5/32
327SCREW, HHC 1/4-20 X 3/4 GR 5
337NUT, NYLOCK 1/4-20
346WASHER, FLAT 1/4” SAE
3514123001CHAIN, #40 ROLLER, 78 PITCHES
3614132001GROMMET, 1-1/2” RUBBER
ITEMPART NO.QTY. DESCRIPTION
14012001GEARBOX, 20:1
14107021SPROCKET, 16 TOOTH
K18N1KEY, WOODRUFF 1/4” x 1-1/8”
6.Keeping the Throttle Pin Assembly parallel to the
engine choke/throttle linkage bolt the assembly to the
Engine Mount Stand with the existing hardware.
7.Run Throttle Motor in both directions until the slider in
choke/throttle linkage stops against choke/throttle linkage
bracket. Adjust position of Throttle Bracket if necessary.