SaltDogg SHPE2250 User Manual

Installation Instructions

SHPE2250, SHPE2250RED,
SHPE2250YEL SaltDogg® Electric
Drive Poly Hopper Spreader

2.2 cubic yards

9049 Tyler Blvd. • Mentor, Ohio 44060

Phone [phone] • Fax [phone]

www.saltdogg.com

CAUTION

Do not overload vehicle beyond the vehicle’s GVWR or
GAWR. Check vehicle’s load rating certification sticker
for maximum vehicle capacity.

WARNING

Improper installation and operation could cause personal
injury, and/or property damage. 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.

Table of Contents

General Information ................................................................. 1

Safety Precautions .................................................................... 1

Installation Instructions .......................................................2-4

Spreader Operation ................................................................... 5

Spreader Maintenance ............................................................. 5

Repair Parts & Drawings ...................................................... 6-8

Warranty Information ............................................................... 8

General Information

Overall Length: 104.5 inches
Overall Width: 48 inches
Overall Height: 44 inches
Empty Weight: 707 lbs
Capacity Struck: 2.2 cu. yd.

Vehicle Requirements

Trucks with minimum GVWR 13,000 lbs.
150 AMP or higher alternator is recommended.

Average Material Weights

Materials to use Weight (pounds per cubic yard)
Fine Salt-Dry 2,250
Coarse Salt-Dry 1,431
Sand Coarse-Dry 2,565

Note: To calculate the total spreader weight (including ice
control material), add the empty spreader weight plus the ice
control material and spreader accessories.

Safety Precautions

1. Read the entire Installation Instructions before operating
this spreader.

2. Read all safety decals on the spreader before operating.

3. Check to make sure all safety guards are securely

mounted into place before operating this spreader.

4. Verify that all personnel are clear of the spreader spray
area before starting or operating this spreader.

5. Do not over-load your vehicle beyond payload limits. If
there are any questions, contact the vehicle manufacturer.

6. Do not adjust, clean, lubricate or unclog material jambs
without first turning off the spreader.

7. Do not climb on or in the spreader during operation. Do not
ride on the spreader while the vehicle is in motion.

8. Make sure the spreader is securely fastened to the vehicle
in accordance with this manual.

9. Do not operate a spreader that is in need of maintenance
or repairs.

10. Batteries normally produce explosive gases which can
cause personal injury. Always disconnect the battery before
removing or replacing electrical components.

11. Do not leave unused material in hopper. Material can
freeze or solidify, causing spreader to not work properly, and/
or damage the unit. Empty and clean after each use.

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Installation Instructions

1. Mounting the Spreader onto the Vehicle:
A. Remove the tailgate from the vehicle (if equipped) as well

as any other object which will interfere with the spreader.

B. Check truck’s bed for all kinds of sharp debris or foreign

objects. They can cut and seriously damage poly hopper.

C. Remove chute, hardware kit from inside spreader. If

spreader has been used make sure there is no material left
in the hopper.

CAUTION

Never lift spreader with material in the hopper.

D. Lift spreader using tie downs (fig. 1), or using fork lift.

Lower spreader into the truck bed.

E. Center the spreader on the truck with the end of the auger

10” to the rear of the nearest vertical obstruction (bumper,
trailer hitch, etc).

F. Chute assembly. Slide chute guide into desired opening

until it stops against inside rear wall.
Upper opening is for flat bed and dump trucks;

Lower opening is for pick-up trucks.
Rest chute on top of chute guide as shown in Fig. 2

G. Using holes in chute guide as guides, drill 4 clearance

holes for 3/8 dia. bolts. Bolt chute guide to chute as shown
in Fig. 3

H. Detent spring latches located on chute slides. Slide chute

guide into chute slides and secure chute in position by
releasing spring latches Fig. 4

I. Slide spreader forward to have at least 1”-2" clearance

between chute and rear most vertical obstruction.

J. Measure the distance from the front of the truck bed to

the front of the hoppers front legs. Fabricate spacer to fit
between front of the spreader and front of the bed using 2
x 8 boards and install it between the spreader and truck
bed front wall as shown in Fig. 5

K. In addition, secure spreader using four ratchet straps.

Tighten straps evenly.

Fig. 1

USE ALL TIE-DOWS
TO LIFT SPREADER

CAUTION

Inspect straps and hardware after
each time spreader is loaded. Tighten
straps and hardware if necessary.

WARNING

Important! Do not use ratchet straps
or tailgate latch exclusively! Always
use spacer!

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Fig. 2

REST CHUTE ON TOP

OF CHUTE GUIDE

Fig. 3

DRILL HOLES THRU CHUTE. ASSEMBLE

CHUTE GUIDE TO CHUTE AS SHOWN

Fig. 4 Fig. 5

SLIDE CHUTE GUIDE

INTO CHUTE BRACKET.

SECURE CHUTE

USING LATCH.

9.0"

SPACER

12.0"

27.0"

Fit
to

Box

TRUCK WIDTH

3