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April 1, 2005
Lit. No. 94431
LOW PROFILE TAILGATE
SPREADERS
Owner’s Manual
CAUTION
Read this manual before installing or operating
the spreader.
This manual supersedes all editions with an earlier date.
®
This manual is for FISHER Low Profile Spreaders with serial numbers
Model 1000 - (10003 - )
Model 2000 - (20364 - )
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TABLE OF CONTENTS PREFACE ..................................................................................................................................1 SAFETY INFORMATION .............................................................................................................2 Before You Begin ...................................................................................................................2 Torque Chart .................................................................
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PREFACE This manual has been prepared to acquaint you with the When service is necessary, bring your spreader to your safety information, operation and maintenance of your local outlet. They know your spreader best and are new Low Profile tailgate spreader. Please read this interested in your complete satisfaction. manual carefully and follow all recommendations. This will help ensure profitable and trouble-free operation of NOTE: This spreader is designed to spread snow your spreader. Keep
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SAFETY INFORMATION WARNING WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, Overloading could result in an accident or if not avoided, could result in death or damage. Do not exceed GVWR or GAWR personal injury. ratings as found on the driver-side vehicle door cornerpost. See Loading Section to determine maximum volumes of spreading material. CAUTION Indicates a situation that, if not avoided, could WARNING result in damage to product or property. Do not install the control for thi
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SAFETY INFORMATION Torque Chart CAUTION Disconnect electric power at spreader CAUTION electrical wiring harness connection and tag out if required before servicing or performing Read instructions before assembling. Fasteners maintenance. should be finger tight until instructed to tighten according to the torque chart. Use standard methods and practices when attaching spreader, including proper personal protective CAUTION safety equipment. Do not leave unused material in hopper. Material can f
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WARNING CAUTION SAFETY INFORMATION Please become familiar with the Warning and Caution Labels on the spreader! Caution Label CAUTION DO NOT SWING SPREADER WITH MATERIAL IN THE HOPPER P2110 Caution Label Located on both sides ® SWING AWAY mount only Warning/Caution Label Located on both sides Warning/Caution Label WARNING CAUTION • DO NOT EXCEED GVWR OR GAWR WITH SPREADER AND LOAD. READ OWNER'S MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING OR SERVICING SPREADER. TURN SPREADER OFF BEFORE FILLING, ADJUSTING,
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WARNING CAUTION SAFETY INFORMATION Warning Label WARNING DO NOT EXCEED HITCH MANUFACTURER RATINGS. DO NOT EXCEED GVWR OR GAWR WITH SPREADER AND LOAD. 94426 Warning Label located on both sides of receiver mount only. Warning/Caution Label Located on both sides Warning/Caution Label WARNING CAUTION DO NOT EXCEED GVWR OR GAWR WITH SPREADER AND LOAD. READ OWNER'S MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING OR SERVICING SPREADER. TURN SPREADER OFF BEFORE FILLING, ADJUSTING, OR CLEANING. EMPTY AND CLEAN SPREADER
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LOADING This manual covers vehicles which have been WARNING recommended for carrying the spreader. Please see Overloading could result in an accident or your local dealer for proper vehicle applications. damage. Do not exceed GVWR or GAWR ratings as found on the driver-side vehicle door Certification cornerpost. WARNING NOTE: If spreader and ice control material loading New untitled vehicle installation of a spreader is in doubt weigh vehicle for compliance with requires National Highway Tra
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WARNING CAUTION MOUNTING THE SPREADER Fixed Mount Spreader NOTE: The spreader shall be installed according to instructions supplied. Your local outlet is trained to provide this service and service your spreader with factory original parts. 1. Install the left and right top brackets to the truck bed rail with one 1/2" cap screw, one 1/2" flat washer and one 1/2" locknut. Attach the other hole in the top bracket to the bed rail with one 1/2" cap screw and one 1/2" locknut. 2. Place the spreader
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WARNING CAUTION WARNING CAUTION MOUNTING THE SPREADER ® 1. Fasten the left and right top brackets along with any SWING AWAY Spreader shims to the truck bed rail with two 1/2" cap screws, two 1/2" flat washers and two 1/2" locknuts per bracket. Install the two 5/16" cap screws and locknuts to the side of the top brackets. 2. Place the left and right base plates on the bumper of the truck and line up with the holes in the bumper. 3. Attach the base plates to the bumper using three 3/8" cap screws,
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OPERATING THE SPREADER Driving and Spreading on Snow and Ice Accessory Circuit The yellow wire in the vehicle harness is provided for CAUTION accessory use of 12 amps or less. Drinking and then driving or spreading is very dangerous. Your reflex, perceptions, attentiveness and judgement can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol. You can have a serious or even fatal collision if you drive after drinking. Please do not drink then drive or spread ice control materials. Follow your vehic
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OPERATING THE SPREADER Spreader Control Starting and Stopping the Motor There are two control options. They are the ON/OFF WARNING Control and the Variable Speed (PWM) Control. Before starting the spreader, the driver shall verify all bystanders are a minimum of 25 feet CAUTION away from operating spreader. ® If the unit is equipped with a SWING AWAY mount. Do not operate the spreader or the 1. Move the power switch to the on position to start vehicle without securing the hinge pin in the the
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OPERATING THE SPREADER ON/OFF Control (Late Style) Stopping the Motor 1. Set the power switch to the OFF position to stop the motor. The power switch will remain in this position. The power switch OFF position operates as emergency stop when required. ON OFF NOTE: Always place the cover on the hopper to BLAST SPINNER prevent moisture buildup. Do not let the spreader sit idle with material in the hopper for an extended period of time. This can cause the material to On/Off Control Switch Spinner I
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OPERATING THE SPREADER Variable Speed (PWM) Control Stopping the Motor with Variable Speed (PWM) Control 5 4 6 1. Set the power switch to the OFF position to stop the motor. The power switch will remain in this 7 3 position. This is also the emergency stop position. 8 2 START BLAST 9 NOTE: Always place the cover on the hopper to 1 ON MIN MAX prevent moisture buildup. Do not let the spreader OFF sit idle with material in the hopper for an extended SPEED SPINNER period of time. This can cause the
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REMOVING THE SPREADER NOTE: Empty the hopper before removing the CAUTION spreader. During removal or mounting, securely grip spreader to avoid dropping. ® Removing the SWING AWAY Spreader NOTE: Empty the hopper before removing the 1. Unplug the spreader and stoplight (if equipped). spreader. 2. Remove the hitch pin from the latch side hinge pin. Removing the Fixed Mount Spreader 3. Remove the 1/4" cap screw and locknut from the hinged side hinge pin. 1. Unplug the spreader and stoplight (if equ
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MAINTENANCE 4. If bearings pass inspection be sure to thoroughly CAUTION grease them with a good quality multi-purpose Disconnect electric power at spreader grease. See Bearing Maintenance in this section. electrical wiring harness connection and tag out if required before servicing or performing 5. Verify all drive sprocket set screws are tight. Verify maintenance. that all other fasteners are tight. Refer to the Torque Chart in the safety section of this manual. Cleaning 6. Check the conditio
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MAINTENANCE Drive Belt Replacement Recycle Disconnect the electrical plug between the spreader and When your spreader has performed its useful life, the truck before drive belt replacement. majority of its components can be recycled as steel. Gear oil shall be disposed of according to local regulations. Balance of parts made of plastic shall be CAUTION disposed of in customary manner. Overtightening the belt may result in damage to the motor or bearings. 1. Remove the motor cap assembly. 2. Loo
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MAINTENANCE Bearing and Set Screw Maintenance Disconnect the electrical plug between the spreader and the truck before performing any maintenance. 1. Tighten all set screws shown after every 60 hours of use. 2. Grease the top and bottom drive shaft bearings as shown. Due to the harsh environment of the bottom bearing it will require more care than the top bearing. Top Bearing Set Screw Motor Pulley Set Screw Shaft Pulley Top Bearing: Set Screw Grease after every 60 hours of use. Use a good qual
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4 PIN HARNESS WIRING DIAGRAM Cab Control White Connector Two-Way Molded Connector 6 Amp Fuse Red Connector 14 Ga. Red 8 Ga. Red 8 Ga. Red To Vehicle Ignition (Accessory Wire or 30 Amp Fuse Fuse Box) 10 Ga. Red 14 Ga. Black 8 Ga. Black 14 Ga. Yellow 14 Ga. Orange To Vehicle CHMSL Signal Accessory Circuit (12 AMP MAX) Vehicle Wiring Harness Spreader Wiring Harness Motor CHMSL Assy B A 14 Ga. Black 8 Ga. Red 8 Ga. Black 14 Ga. Yellow Accessory Circuit 14 Ga. Orange Motor Specific
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2 PIN HARNESS WIRING DIAGRAM Early Style Late Style (No Adapter Required) (Adapter Required) To CHMSL Signal Speed Speed Control Control Black Red White White Red Black Black Adaptor White Black Stoplight Vehicle Harness Fuse Fuse holder Butt White Connector Black Red Power Lead Battery Harness Black Vehicle Harness Vehicle Side Wiring Harness Spreader Side Wiring Harness Specification: 12V DC (0.4kW motor) CHMSL Orange Black Spreader Black Harness White
