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
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.
The Turfex product you have purchased is an example of turf management product at its nest! Your Turfex product’s, self
contained design is a trademark of all Turfex products. Here’s why...
SIMPLICITY: Fewer moving parts manufactured of higher quality means minimal maintenance for your Turfex product.
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 Turfex products.
VERSATILITY:
Multi-use capabilities allows spreading of a variety of materials.
WARRANTY:
Two years parts and labor from date of installation.
The benets you are about to recognize are that of time, money and eort.
We welcome you to the world of Turfex Performance.
Registration
Record the following information in this manual for quick reference.
Spreader
Model Number _____________________________________________________________________________________
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 is located on the frame
(where applicable).
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.
SER. NO.______________________
TRYNEX INTERNATIONAL
Warren, MI 48089 (800) 725-8377
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Safety
Before attempting any procedure in this book, these safety instructions must be read and understood by all workers who
ha
ve 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.
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 with material in it.
Do not drive at excessive speeds when loaded spreader is attached to vehicle. Braking distances may
be decreased and handling characteristics may be impaired at higher speeds.
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 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 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 should not be altered without prior written permission from
the manufacturer.
Never use with foreign debris in the spreader. These units are designed to handle clean,
free-owing material.
ways 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 and fertilizers
are hygroscopic and will attract atmospheric moisture and harden up.
Remember, most accidents are preventable and caused by human error.
Exercising of care 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.
All Turfex products have warning labels instructing you about certain safety issues you should be aware of. Below are
examples of what to look for and familiarize yourself with. In the event that a label is lost or removed for renishing
reasons, you may obtain new ones from Turfex.
T-15003 Gate Stop
T-15002 Gate Slide
T-15012 1/4-28 x 3 SHCS SS
T-15009 Stainless Spring
T-15007 Stainless Arm #3
T-15006 Stainless Arm #2
T-15005 Stainless Arm #1
T-15008 12 Volt Actuator
T-15020 Actuator Power Cord
D 6166 5/16-18 x 1 Hex Bolt
T-15021 1/4-20 x 3/4 PPH MS Stainless
T-15016 1/4-20 Nylock Stainless
5/16-18 X 1-1/4 HHCS
5/16 USS Flat Washer
3/8 USS Flat Washer
Hopper
Clevis Three Point Bracket
3/8-16 x 1 HHCS
3/8 Lock Washer
Lift Arm Pin Assembly
Frame Weldment
3/8-16 Lock Nut
1/2-13 x 1 Flange Bolt
Large Plastic Push Pin
Plastic Deector
Plastic Tube End Cap
Complete Gate Assembly (see pg 29)
Complete Drive Assembly (see pg 26)
5/16 Lynch Pin
2
4
4
2
1
1
2
2
2
1
2
4
2
1
2
1
1
2
D 6576
D 6165
D 4125
T 30200
T 30204
D 4121
D 4313
D 4137
T 30203
D 4124
D 6528
D 6463
D 6110
T 30219
A 6223
D 4133
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Assembly Views
TS-700-E
TS-700-P
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TS-1200-E / TS-1200-P
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ELECTRIC DRIVE SHOWN FOR
ILLUSTRATION PURPOSES ONLY
SEE PG. 30 FOR EXPLODED
VIEW OF ELECTRIC DRIVE AND
PG. 31 FOR PTO DRIVE
5/16-18 X 1-1/4 HHCS
5/16 USS Flat Washer
3/8 USS Flat Washer
Hopper
Clevis Three Point Bracket
3/8-16 x 1 HHCS
3/8 Lock Washer
Lift Arm Pin Assembly
Frame Weldment
3/8-16 Lock Nut
1/2-13 x 1 Flange Bolt
Large Plastic Push Pin
Plastic Deector
Plastic Tube End Cap
Complete Gate Assembly (see pg 29)
Complete Drive Assembly (see pg 31)
5/16 Lynch Pin
2
4
4
2
1
1
2
2
2
1
2
4
2
1
2
1
1
2
D 6576
D 6165
D 4125
T 30300
T 30204
D 4121
D 4313
D 4137
T 30304
3/8 Flat USS Washer
Tension Spring
Adjustable Fin
5/16-18 X 1/2 Hex Bolt
Spinner Plate
1/4-20 Nylock Nut
1/4-20 x 1/2 Serrated Flange
#8 x 1/2 HWH With Slot
Drive Enclosure
12 Volt Spinner Motor
Drive Coupler
T 30218
D 4125
T 30217
T 30211
D 6133
T 30216
D 4289
D 6131
D 6487
T 30208
D 6106
D 6232
Hitch Pin W/Clip
5/8-11 x 3-1/2 Hex Head
5/8-11 Nylox Nut
700 Series Frame
1200 Series Frame
Clear Cover
5/16-18 x 1-1/4 Phillips Pan Head MS SS
3/8-16 x 2-3/4 Hex Head
1200 Series Hopper
700 Series Hopper
2 Inch Plastic End Cap
3/8-15 Nylox Nut Zinc
Adjustable Deector Assembly (See Pg. 43)
Spinner/Axle Drive Assembly (See Pg. 32,33)
Gate Control Assembly (See Pg. 32)
3/8 Flat Washer Zinc
3/8 Flat Washer SS
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
4
2
1
2
4
2
2
4
D 4136
D 4126
D 4127
T 30225
T 30240
T 30215
D 6137
D 5724
T 30300
1/4-20 x 1-1/4 Panhead MSSS
Fin Tension Spring
Adjustable Flite
5/16-18 x 1/2 HHCS
10 Inch Spinner Plate
1/4-20 Nylock Nut SS
5/16-18 x 1-1/4 HHCS
Wheel Assembly
Lug Bolt
Axle
52 mm Bearing Retainer
Bearing
1 Inch Retainer Ring
3/16 Keyway Stock
Lovejoy Coupling
Spyder
Ground Drive Transmission
Coupling
1
4
4
4
1
1
4
4
2
8
2
4
4
2
4
2
1
1
1
T 30218
T 30217
T 30211
D 6133
T 30216
T 15016
D 6576
T 30229
T 30230
T 30227
T 30233
T 30232
T 30234
D 6873
D 6842
D 6843
T 30226
T 30236
D 7171 Mini Control 1
D 7201 Harness 1
D 6482 20 Amp Breaker 1
20 AMP
(+) Pos.Red
(–) Neg. Black
(–) Neg. Black
(+) Pos.Red
12 VOLT
BATTERY
On/O Switch
Speed Control Knob
SPREADER MOTOR
IMPORTRANT: In the o season remove control
and put in a cool dry place. The interior summer
tempreatures could damage circuit board and
void warranty.
The purpose of the adjustable n is to provide a way to adjust spread patterns with dierent materials. You can select
the desir
ed position by simply lifting up on the outside top edge. You will notice that dierent materials act in dierent
ways in relation to spinner speed. By moving the ns you will be able to correct most pattern issues without having to
sacrice spinner speed. All adjustments should be made on pavement and positions noted for future reference, this
process should be incorporated into your normal calibration process.
It is the responsibilty of the person using this equipment to make sure that every type of
material is properly calibrated to perform as expected. This process should take place on a solid
at surface away from drains and livestock areas in order to achieve a safe and accurate reading
for proper material distribution. Failure to do so may cause an over/under application that could
damage turf areas or give an ineective pest control treatment. Any calibration charts contained in
this manual are given as a refernce point only and should not be used as an absolute condition.
Spending a few extra minutes to properly calibrate will not only save on wasted materials and time
but also protect turf and other vegitation. Below are several points to be aware of before operating
your spreader in the eld.
.
Flow rates of chemicals can change for many reasons
1. Formualtions vary within the same brand or even between brannds
2. Formulations vary between batches or dates of manufacture
3. Humidy can cause the material to clump and ow poorly
4. Poor spreader maintenance can cause ow changes
5. Slide stop has moved or calibrated to another type of material
6. Human error can cause rate miscalculation
.
Items needed for calibriation
1. A way to catch the material for weighing
2. A device to measure distance
3. A scale to weigh your product
4. A stop watch or other means to time
.
Conversion
1. To convert pounds per 1000 square feet to pounds per acre, multiply your rate by 43.6
.
Other important information
1. 1 acre is equal to 43,600 Squre Feet
2. Ground speed is very important to keep in mind when doing calculations, you will want
to convert mph to feet per minute
Set the spreader stop at mid point on it’s travel length as a starting point. Fill the hopper with enough
material to cover a known area of 1000 square feet. Open the gate and make note of the start/stop
time, this is very important. Next weigh the material on a scale, divide the weight by the known area
to establish an application rate. You may have to adjust the gate stop for more or less material
1 D 4121 3/8'' - 13 x 1'' Hex Bolt
2 D 4124 3/8'' - Locknuts
3 D 4125 3/8'' - Flatwashers
4 D 6138 5/16'' - 18 Locknut
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6 D 6166 5/16'' - 18 x 1'' Hex Bolt
7 D 6179 Deector Adjustment Bracket
8 D 6180 Adjustment Bar Mounting Bracket
9 D 6181 Adjustment Bar
2
2
2
10
1
10
1
2
2
T 30222
1
10
Front Adapter Bracket
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TS-300-E / TS-300-EG
DRM-175 Drop Utility Mount
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2 rehsaW talF "2/1 9114 D
2 tuN kcoL-"2/1 0214 D
D 4121 3/8"-16x1 Hex Bolt 2
8 tuN kcoL-"8/3 4214 D
9 rehsaW talF "8/3 5214 D
D 4135 2 - 5/16" Hair Pin Clip 2
D 4136 5/8" x 5-1/2" Hitch Pin 2 D 6246 1/2" - 13 x 2-1/2" Hex Bolt 2 D 4318 3/8" Fender Washer 8
.ytQ noitpircseD .oN traP yeK
D 6420 3/8" - 16 x 2 Truss Bolt Full Thread 8 D 6421 3/8" - 16 Hex Nut 2
D 6422 3/8" - 16 x 5" Hex Bolt 1
Step 2: Bolt support rails to spreader mount with 1/2'' bolts. Install 1/2'' hex bolt with washer through rail then spreader
spreader mount. Install 1/2'' locknut and tighten. Avoid 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 edged of the rails 5/8'' beyond the rear of the bed. Tran sferring
mounting holes to bed & drill 7/16''.
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 nylon lock 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.
Temporarily remove the tailgate. Remove the bed liner if equipped.
MULE 2500
The installation of the spreader on the 2500 is the same as the 550 with the following exceptions.
1: When positioning the mounting rails the end of the rails should be 1/2'' forward of the rear edge of the bed.
Step
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:
Step 2: Place spreader mounting rails over spreader mount and install pins. Locate the 2 front outside mounting rails over the holes
from the carriage bolts remove in step 1.
Step 3: Install truss head bolts, fender washers, SAE washers and nylon lock 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 up against rear
of bed to locate mounting rails. Transfer mounting holes to bed.
Step 4: Install mounting rails with truss head bolts, fender washers, SAE Washers and nylon lock 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
Remove the bed tailgate and bottom angle trim. Also remove the 2 rear carriage bolts from the of the bed.
IMPORTRANT: In the o season remove control
and put in a cool dry place. The interior summer
tempreatures could damage circuit board and
void warranty.
Speed Control Knob
12 VOLT
BATTERY
20 AMP
(+) Pos.Red
(–) Neg. Black
Key Part No. Description Qty.
D 7171 Mini Control 1
D 6719 Harness 1
D 6482 20 Amp Breaker 1
Two year warranty on Turfex brand products 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 Trynex dealers or Trynex 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 Trynex. Trynex 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 or from the dealer.
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
Neither Trynex, nor any company aliated with it, makes any warranties, representations for
promise as to the performance or quality other that what is herein contained. The liability of Trynex
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. Trynex 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
TRYNEX INTERNATIONAL, OR TO ALTER OR MODIFY THE TERMS OR LIMITATIONS OF THIS
WARRANTY IN ANY WAY.
PLEASE FOLD AND SEAL WITH TRANSPARENT TAPE BEFORE MAILING.
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To initiate the warranty on your new TurfEx product 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:
2)Name:
Address:
Phone:
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4)Is this your rst Turfex Product?
5)What type of vehicle are you using with your Spreader, Broom and/or Sprayer?
6)What type of material are you using in your spreader and/or sprayer?
7)TurfEx Dealer Name:
TurfEx Dealer Address:
Turfex Dealer Phone:
8)Does your TurfEx Dealer stock Turf Ex replacement Parts? Yes No I don’t know
9)Do you feel your TurfEx Dealer sold you the correct product for your needs/application? Yes No
10) How would you rate
your overall satisfaction
with your Turfex Dealer?-
11) How would you rate
your overall satisfaction
with your Turfex Product?
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raeYledoMekaM
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NOTE: I have read the owner’s manual and all safety precautions and I understand that this equipment could be dangerous if not operated