SaltDogg SHPE3000 User Manual

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Installation Instructions

SaltDogg® Electric Drive
Poly Hopper Spreader

3.0 cubic yards

starting with Serial Number 00500

Table of Contents

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

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

Warranty Information ......................................2

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

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

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

Repair Parts & Drawings ........................... 6-10

9049 Tyler Blvd. • Mentor, Ohio 44060

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General Information

Overall Length: 123.7 inches
Overall Width: 49.6 inches
Overall Height: 52.7 inches
Empty Weight: 945 lbs
Capacity Struck: 3.0 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.

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.

Safety Precautions

1. Read this entire Owners Manual 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.

CAUTION

It is recommended to install Backup Alarm on trucks to be up
fitted with spreaders.

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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 box 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. Prepare 4 boards as shown in FIG.1. A board size is
2” x 6”, 49” long minimum (cross boards from shipping pallet
can be used). Boards can be as long as width of inside width
of trucks body.

Fig. 1

MIN. HOLE1.0

E. Next, set the spreader in the truck body. Use four tie­downs to lift the spreader (Fig.1). Rectangular openings on
the bottom of support legs can also be used to lift spreader
using fork lift.

F. Lower spreader onto 2” x 6” boards positioned in truck
bed. Make sure that bolt heads in stainless steel cross
members would go into boards openings. (Fig. 2)

Attach chute to the spreader. If necessary, slide spreader
rearward to have at least 2" clearance between chute and
rear most vertical obstruction. (Fig. 3)

G. Make sure the spreader is centered from side to side and
rear legs rest fully on trucks body.

H. Using holes in cross members fasten spreader to the
boards and vehicles body.

WARNING!

Do not drill holes into fuel tanks, fuel lines, thru electrical
wiring, etc that may be damaged by drilling.

18.5"

Fig. 2

MOLDED-IN OPENINGS

2 X 6 BOARD

CENTER LINES

2 X 6 BOARDS

2

Fig. 3

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Insert Hooks Into Slots.
Secure Chute with Latches

WARNING!

Important! Do not use ratchet straps or tailgate latch exclusively!
Always fasten spreader to the vehicle!

CAUTION!

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

Fig. 4

I. 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. 4.

J. In addition, secure spreader using four ratchet straps.
Attach straps to tie-downs. Tighten straps evenly.

26.0

12.0

20.0

SPACER

TRUCK WIDTH

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