SnowEx SP-8550 User Manual
This Manual Must Be Read Before Operating The Equipment
Owner / Operator’s Manual
LEADERS IN ICE CONTROL
FOR MODELS
SP-8550
Warm Up to
with a
F R E E
F R E E
Winter Band!
See Back Page for Details!
Warren, Michigan 48089
800-725-8377
© Trynex International 2010 (REV000)
CUSTOMER COPY
Protected by the following patents, #6,089,478, #6,088,865, #Des.425,915
and other pending U.S. and foreign patent applications.
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Table of Contents
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
General Information and Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7
Blank Pages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9
Spreader Assembly and Exploded Views . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-17
Wiring Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Electrical System Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19-22
Spreader Mounting System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23-24
Blank Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Spreader Operating Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26-28
Troubleshooting Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29-31
Spreader Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Determine Vehicle Payload Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Have a question or need assistance?
SnowEx Customer Service
(800) 725-8377
or (586) 756-6555
Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM EST
Fax: (586) 427-0552
E-Mail: customercare@trynexfactory.com
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Website: www.snowexproducts.com
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Introduction
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.
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
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!
.
(ORANGE)
Information that, if not carefully followed,
can cause serious personal injury or death!
(YELLOW)
Information that, if not carefully followed,
can cause minor injury or damage to equipment.
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General Information
CONGRATULATIONS!
The spreader you have purchased is an example of snow and ice control technology at its nest! Your spreader’s innovative,
self-contained design is a trademark of all Trynex products. Here’s why...
SIMPLICITY: Fewer moving parts manufactured of higher quality means minimal maintenance for your SnowEx spreader.
RELIABILITY: High impact linear low density polyethelyne hopper, state-of-the-art electronic dual variable speed control,
custom engineered powder coated frame, maximum torque 12 volt motor coupled to a custom engineered transmission
found only on SnowEx products.
VERSATILITY: Multi-use capabilities allows spreading of a variety of materials for snow and ice control.
WARRANTY: Best in the industry, hands down! 2 Years Standard and now a 5 Year Extended (optional).
The benets you are about to recognize are that of time, money and eort.
W
e welcome you to the world of Trynex Performance.
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 may be communicated to you.
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Safety
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 Trynex, International.
Unit must be strapped down and locked into position before operating vehicle.
Never exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating of vehicle. Failure to do so may limit a vehicles
handling characteristics.
Never attempt to take a unit o a truck with material in it.
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 allow children to operate or climb on equipment.
Always check areas to be spread to be sure no hazardous conditions or substances are in t
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 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.
Always make sure personnel are clear of areas of danger when using equipment. Maintain 60'
distance from all bystanders when operating the spreader.
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 cannot be altered without prior written
permission from the manufacturer.
he area.
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Never use V-Maxx 8550 with foreign debris in the spreader. These units are designed to handle
clean, free-owing material.
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Safety
(continued)
Always inspect pins and latches whenever attaching or detaching spreader, and before
traveling.
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.
Remember, most accidents are preventable and caused by human error.
and 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.
Before working with the spreader, secure all loose tting clothing and unrestrained hair.
Always wear safety glasses with side shields when servicing spreader. Failure to do this
could result in serious injury to the eyes.
Exercising of care
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Safety and Warning Labels
Model # SP-8550
D 6546
D 6544
SERIAL NUMBER
ON REVERSE SIDE
D 6859
D 6335
D 6545
D 6548
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Auger Drive Assembly Parts Breakdown
Model # SP-8550
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Auger Drive Assembly Parts Breakdown
Model # SP-8550
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Auger Shaft Hopper Washer
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Auger Shaft Hopper Collar
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Spinner Drive Assembly Parts Breakdown
Model # SP-8550
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