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. Extra copies of Owner/Operator Manuals can be purchased at your Snowex Dealer.
THIS SIGN SHOULD ALERT YOU:
The Society of Automotive Engineers has adopted this SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL to pinpoint characteristics
that, if NOT carefully followed, can create a safety hazard. When you see this symbol in this manual or on the
machine itself, BE ALERT! Your personal safety and the safety of others is involved
Dened below are the SAFETY ALERT messages and how they will appear in this manual:
(RED)
Information that, if not carefully followed,
can cause death!
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(ORANGE)
Information that, if not carefully followed,
can cause serious personal injury or death!
(YELLOW)
Information that, if not carefully followed,
can cause
The spreader you have purchased is an example of snow and ice control technology at its nest! Your spreader’s self-contained
design is a trademark of all Snowex products. Here’s why...
SIMPLICITY: Fewer moving parts manufactured of higher quality means minimal maintenance for your SnowEx spreader.
RELIABILITY:
powder coated frame, maximum torque 12 volt motor coupled to a custom engineered transmission found only on SnowEx products.
VERSATILITY:
WARRANTY:
The benets you are about to recognize are that of time, money and eort.
We welcome you to the world of Snowex Performance.
High impact linear low density polyethelyne hopper, state-of-the-art electronic dual variable speed control, custom engineered
Multi-use capabilities allows spreading of a variety of materials for snow and ice control.
Best in the industry, hands down! 2 years standard and now 5 year extended (optional).
Registration
Record the following information in this manual for quick reference.
Spreader Model Number _____________________________________________________________________________________
Spreader Serial Number ________________________________ Controller Serial Number _______________________________
Date of Purchase ___________________________________________________________________________________________
Dealer Where Purchased _____________________________________________________________________________________
When ordering parts, the above information is necessary. This will help to insure
that you receive the correct parts.
At the right is a diagram of the ID tag. This tag on the spreader is located
on the frame.
Please ll out the warranty card with all the necessary information to validate it. This will also give us a record so that
any safety or service information can be communicated to you.
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 Snowex.
Remember, most accidents are preventable and caused by human error.
precautions must be observed to prevent the possibility of injury to operator or others!
Never operate equipment when under the inuence of alcohol, drugs, or medication that might
alter your judgment and/or reaction time.
result in
Never allow children to operate or climb on equipment.
Never weld or grind on equipment without having a re extinguisher available.
Always check areas to be spread to be sure no hazardous conditions or substances are in the area.
Always inspect unit for defects: broken, worn or bent parts, weakened areas on spreader or mount.
Always shut o vehicle and power source before attempting to attach or detach or service spreader
unit. Be sure vehicle/power source is properly braked or chocked.
Always make sure personnel are clear of areas of danger when using equipment.
Always keep hands, feet, and clothing away from power-driven parts.
Remember, it is the owner’s responsibility to communicate information on safe usage and proper
maintenance of all equipment.
GR4 — 5
Safety
Never exceed 45 m.p.h. when loaded spreader is attached to vehicle. Braking distances may be
increased and handling characteristics may be impaired at speeds above 45 m.p.h.
Never use wet materials, or materials with foreign debris with any of these spreaders. These units are
designed to handle dry, clean, free-owing material. Note: Can not spread water softener salt.
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.
Always inspect pins and latches whenever attaching or detaching spreader, and before traveling.
Inspect the unit periodically for defects. Parts that are broken, missing, or worn out must be replaced
immediately. The unit or any part of it can not be altered without prior written permission from the
manufacturer.
Examples of warning decals to indicate operational awareness.
D 6703 Gate Indicator / Stop 1 1 kcarT etaG redeeS 4076 D
1 2.7 Cu/Ft Seeder Hopper Yellow 6753 D
D 6480 Transmission Weldment 1 D 6485 Light Duty Receiver Mount 1 D 4116 1/2"-13 x 1-1/2" Hex Bolt 4 4 tuN kcoL "2/1 0214 D
.ytQ noitpircseD .oN traP yeK
1 edilS etaG redeeS 5076 D
D 6706 Seeder 400 Gate Deck 1
D 6712 Hopper Tube Support 1
GR4 — 7
Assembly Instructions
Model #SP-125 / US-100 (refer to diagram on page GR4-7)
Step 1: Attach hopper tube support (D 6712)
and (4) 5/16" lock nut (D 6138). Use holes at bottom end of tube.
Step 2: Place spreader gate deck (D 6706) upside down on table.
Step 3: Assemble gate indicator/stop (D 6703) on stop slide with gate knob (D6302). Gate stop must be on the
inside of deck where it will stop the track.
Step 4: Insert (1) 5/16 bolt with hole (D 6308)
(D 6308) on bolt
Step 5: Take bulkhead cable tting (D 6505)
Step 6: Place assembly through tab on gate deck. Tighten down with supplied washer and nuts. Note: There should be
a nut on either side of tab.
Step 7: Lower gate assembly over spinner shaft. Spinner shaft must go through 5/8" hole on deck.
Step 8: Fasten deck to hopper tube using (4) 5/16" hex bolts (D 6462)
must rst tighten bottom bolts, pull front of deck up, then tighten top set of bolts.
Step 9: Place hopper (D 6753) on deck. 5/8” hole must be used for spinner shaft.
Step 10: Finger tighten (2) 5/16 x 1" bolts (D 6166) through bottom of hopper.
Step 11: Place (4) at washers (D 4318) over hex bolts (D6462). Place bolts through hopper back and in though tube
support. Tighten with (4) 5/16" locknuts.
to complete drive assembly using (4) 5/16"-18 x 1-3/4" hex bolt (D 6462)
through gate slide (D 6705)
and screw it onto T-handle cable - 10' (D 6304)
. Finger tighten (1) 5/16" locknut (D 6138)
rubber coating.
and (4) 5/16" locknuts (D 6138)
NOTE: You
Step 12: Tighten bolts in bottom of hopper.
Step 13: Place agitator (D 6405) on spinner shaft. Tighen to middle of at with short allen key.
Step 14: Attach receiver mount (D 6485) to transmission weldment (D 6480) using (4) 1/2" hex bolts (D 4116) and (4) 1/2" lock
nuts (D 4120).
Gate Cable Installation
Step 1: Place unit on vehicle where it will be permanently used. Place hitch pin in hitch so unit does not move.
Step 2: Route T-handle to desired operating location. There cannot be any bends or sharp corners.
Step 3: Take T-handle out of sleeve. Take nuts and washer o of sleeve.
Step 4: Drill hole to mount T-handle. Screw (1) supplied nut and washer on cable after inserting through drilled hole.
Step 5: Close gate slide all the way.
Step 6: Re-insert cable handle and wire all the way. Aim through bolt with hole and tighten bolt.
D 4135 2-5/16" Hair Pin Clip 1 D 4136 5/8" x 5-1/2" Hitch Pin 1 D 6131 1/4"-20 x 1/2" Serr. Flange Bolt 4
D 6746 5/16'' x 1-1/4 Detent Clevis 1 D 6172 #10-32 x 5/8" Serr Flange Bolt 2
D 4120 1/2" Lock Nut 4
D 6140 5/16" - 18 x 3/8" S.S. Set Screw 1
D 6750 10" Plastic Spinner 1
D 6232 Motor Drive Coupler 1 r 1otatigA 5046 D
D 6410 Motor 12 Volt DC 1 D 6487 #8 x 1/2" Hex Head Sheet Screw 5
D 6715 Transmission 14.5 to 1 1 D 7153 Plastic Bottom Cover 1 D 6480 Transmission Weldment 1 D 6485 Light Duty Receiver Mount 1 D 4116 1/2"-13 x 1-1/2" Hex Bolt 4
D 4135 2-5/16" Hair Pin Clip 1D 4136 5/8" x 5-1/2" Hitch Pin 1
D 6131 1/4"-20 x 1/2" Serr Flange Bolt 4
D 6746 5/16'' x 1/4” Detent Clevis Pin 1
D 6172 #10-32 x 5/8’’ Serr Flange Bolt 2
D 4120 1/2" Lock Nut 4
D 6140 5/16" - 18 x 3/8" S.S. Set Screw 1
D 6750 10" Plastic Spinner 1 D 6232 Motor Drive Coupler 1 r 1eguA 2216 D
D 6410 Motor 12 Volt DC 1 D 6487 #8 x 1/2" Hex Head Sheet Screw 5
D 6715 Transmission 14.5 to 1 1 D 7153 Plastic Bottom Cover 1 D 6480 Transmission Weldment 1 D 6485 Light Duty Receiver Mount 1 D 4116 1/2"-13 x 1-1/2" Hex Bolt 4
D 4133 5/16” Linch Pin 2
D 4135 2-5/16” Hairpin Clip 1
D 4136 5/8” x 5-1/2” Hitch Pin 1
D 4137 7/8” x 5-1/2” Lift Arm Pin 2
D 6147 Three Point Frame
1
GR4 — 17
Pivot Pal Mount Parts Breakdown
Model #PPT-175
Spreader
(reference only)
PPT-175
Assembled View
Step 1: Assemble spreader swing arm to spreader hitch arm with and & nut and bolt. Do not over tighten since this
may cause the arm to bind and will not swing open freely.
Step 2: Collapse assembly and install hitch pin to keep assembly from opening .
Step 3: Remove existing 1/2” bolts from spreader drive assembly and mount spreader assembly to spreader (see illustration).
Re-tighten hardware per illustration.
Step 4: With assitance, lift spreader into position and insert into vehicle receiver mount. Install hitch pin with clip.
Step 5: Remove swing arm hitch pin and swing spreader out
on drivers side, at this time use a spray lubricant such
as automotive lithium type or a grease based product.
This will help prevent unwanted corrosion in the pivot
joint; this should be checked on a regular basis during
the season.
Step 6: Close spreader and re-install hitch pin with clip.
Step 7: Plug spreader into spreader harness and test for
power on.
GR4 — 18
D 6051 Hitch Arm 1
D 6052 Swing Arm 1
D 4136 Hitch Pin With Clip 2
D 6052 1/2” x 2-1/2” Shoulder Bolt 1
D 4124 3/8”-16 Nylon Hex Nut 1
D 4116 1/2”-13 x 1-1/2” Hex Bolt 4
D 4120 1/2”-13 Lock Nut 4
Step 1: Temporarily remove the tailgate. Remove the bed liner if equipped.
Step 2: Bolt support rails to spreader mount with 1/2” bolts. Install 1/2” hex bolt with washer through rail rst then
spreader mount. Install 1/2” locknut and tighten. Avaid over tightening to avoid potentially crushing tube.
Step 3: Place spreader mounting rails over spreader mount support rails and install pins. Locate the spreader bracket
mounting rails on top of the bed by centering left to right and positioning the rear edge of the rails 5/8” beyond the
rear of the bed. Transfer mounting holes to bed and drill 7/16” holes.
Important: Check for proper clearance underneath bed before drilling holes.
Step 4: Bolt rails under belt with truss head bolts, fender washers, SAE washers and nylock nuts. Install the spreader
bracket before tightening hardware. The tailgate and bed liner may be reinstalled now.
Step 5: Install 550 anti dump bracket with (2) 3/8” bolts provided.
Step 6: Install gate control cable per attached instructions.
Step 7: Route Cables at your discretion and install switch.
MULE 2500
The installation of the spreader on the 2500 is the same as the 550 with the following exceptions.
Step 1: When positioning the mounting rails, the end of the rail should be 1/2” forward of the rear edge of the bed.
Step 2: The universal anti dump threads into the lower weld nut on the spreader bracket assembly. Adjust rubber
bumper to be 1/2” to 3/4” behind the rear axle-receiver hitch assembly.
CLUB CAR CARRYALL
Step 1: Remove the bed tailgate and bottom angle trim. Also remove the two rear carriage bolts from the oor of the bed.
Locate the two front outside mounting rails over the holes from the carriage bolts and remove.
Step 2: Place spreader mounting rails over spreader mount and install pins.
Step 3: Install truss head bolts, fender washers, SAE washers and nylock nuts in the carriage bolt holes. Transfer the
remaining mounting rail holes and bolt rails into bed.
JOHN DEERE GATOR
Step 1: Remove the bed tailgate.
Step 2: Place spreader mounting rails over spreader mount and install pins.
Step 3: Locate the spreader bracket mounting rails on top of the bed by centering left to right, push main mount ush
up against rear of bed to locate mounting rails. Transfer mounting holes to bed.
Step 4:
Install truss head bolts, fender washers, SAE washers and nylock nuts in the 1/2” mounting holes.
Step 5: The universal anti dump threads into the lower weld nut on the spreader bracket assembly. The rubber bumper
should be adjusted to rest against the frame of the vehicle. The trailer hitch bracket may need to be relocated
depending on the conguration.
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 35-40 lbs.
• Be sure to comply with manufacturer’s maximum gross vehicle weight ratings.
• Warning – Never leave materials in hopper for long periods of time as salt is hygroscopic and will attract atmospheric
moisture and harden up.
SPREADING TIPS
• Never exceed 10 m.p.h. when spreading.
• For a wider pass, increase spinner speed.
• Never operate spreader near pedestrians.
• Spread ice melters with the storm to prevent unmanageable levels of ice.
• Calculate spread pattern when near vegetation.
SPREADER OPERATION
SP-125 / US-100 SPREADER
• Comes standard with on/o switch and gate ow control kit.
• To start, switch power on and open gate to desired
• T
o stop, close gate and switch power o.
SP-225 / US-200 SPREADER
• Comes standard with on/o switch.
• To start, switch power on and material will begin to ow via the feed auger.
• To stop, switch power o and material will cease to spread.
• 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.
• CAUTION – There are no serviceable parts in the motor/transmission assembly. Any attempt to service will void warranty.
• CAUTION – When replacing parts, use only original manufacturer’s parts. Failure to do so will void warranty.
•Use dielectric grease on all electrical connections to prevent corrosion at the beginning and end of the season and each
time power plugs are disconnected.
•Wash unit after each use to prevent material build-up and corrosion.
• CAUTION – When pressure washing motor enclosure area, stay at least 36'' away from motor enclosures.
•Paint or oil all bare metal surfaces at the end of the season.
• If motor cover is removed for any reason, use silicone sealant to ensure weather proong of enclosure.
• After rst use, tighten all nuts and bolts on spreader and mount.
• Apply a small amount of oil on gate cable to prevent corrosion and maximize the cable life (AF-100 Gate Assembly).
• CAUTION – Spinner motor is not designed for continuous duty. Allow motor to cool between long cycle times.
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 CARD must be returned to the manufacturer for this warranty
to become eective. This warranty applies to the original retail purchaser only. This warranty does
not cover damages caused by improper installation, misuse, lack of proper maintenance, alterations
or repairs made by anyone other than authorized Snowex dealers or Snowex personnel. Due to the
corrosive properties of the materials dispensed by spreaders, Trynex does not warrant against
damage caused by corrosion. Warranty claims by the user must be made to the dealer from where
the product was purchased, unless otherwise authorized by Snowex. Snowex reserves the right to
determine if any part is defective and to repair or replace such parts as it elects. This warranty does
not cover shipping costs of defective parts to
Limited Warranty
or from the dealer.
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
Neither Snowex, nor any company aliated with it, makes any warranties, representations for
promise as to the performance or quality other than what is herein contained. The liability of Snowex
to the purchaser for damages arising out of the manufacture, sale, delivery, use or resale of this
spreader shall be limited to and shall not exceed the costs of repair or replacement of defective
parts. Snowex shall not be liable for loss of use, inconvenience or any other incidental, indirect or
consequential damages, so the above limitations on incidental or consequential damages may not
apply to you.
NO DEALER HAS AUTHORITY TO MAKE ANY REPRESENTATION OR PROMISE ON BEHALF OF
SNOWEX, OR TO ALTER OR MODIFY THE TERMS OR LIMITATIONS OF THIS
WARRANTY IN ANY WAY.
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.
1)Date of Purchase:
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5)What type of vehicle are you using with your Spreader?
6)What type of material are you using in your spreader?
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