Venture Products Ventrac SS575 User manual

Salt Spreader
Model SS575
Serial # aB1051-
Original Operator’s Manual
09.10124 Rev. 00
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To the Owner
Contact Information and Product Identication
If you need to contact an authorized Ventrac dealer for information on servicing your product,
always provide the product model and serial numbers.
Please ll in the following information for future reference. See the picture(s) below to nd the
location of the identication numbers. Record them in the spaces provided.
Date of Purchase: __________________________________________________________________
Dealer:___________________________________________________________________________
Dealer Address:____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
Dealer Phone Number: ______________________________________________________________
Dealer Fax Number: ________________________________________________________________
Spreader Model # (A) _______________________________________________________________
Spreader Serial # (B)________________________________________________________________
Controller Serial # (C) _______________________________________________________________
Venture Products Inc. reserves the right to make changes
in design or specications without obligation to make like
changes on previously manufactured products.
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B
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500 Venture Drive
PO Box 148
Orrville, OH 44667
www.ventrac.com

TABLE OF CONTENTS
3
INTRODUCTION PAGE 4
Product Description................................................................................................................................4
Why Do I Need an Operator’s Manual? .................................................................................................4
Using Your Manual .................................................................................................................................5
Manual Glossary ....................................................................................................................................5
SAFETY PAGE 6
Safety Decals .........................................................................................................................................6
General Safety Procedures....................................................................................................................7
Training Required...................................................................................................................................7
Personal Protective Equipment Requirements ......................................................................................7
Operation Safety ....................................................................................................................................7
Preventing Accidents..............................................................................................................................8
Keep Riders Off......................................................................................................................................8
Operating On Slopes..............................................................................................................................9
Roadway Safety.....................................................................................................................................9
Truck Or Trailer Transport ......................................................................................................................9
Maintenance.........................................................................................................................................10
Fuel Safety...........................................................................................................................................10
Hydraulic Safety ................................................................................................................................... 11
SS575 Safety Procedures....................................................................................................................12
SPREADER SETUP & INSTALL KITS PAGE 13
SS575 Install 4100/4200 Kit.................................................................................................................13
SS575 Install 4500 Kit..........................................................................................................................19
SS575 Drop Curtain Kit........................................................................................................................27
GENERAL OPERATION PAGE 32
Daily Inspection....................................................................................................................................32
Spreader Loading.................................................................................................................................32
Spreader Operation..............................................................................................................................32
SERVICE PAGE 35
Cleaning and General Maintenance.....................................................................................................35
Storage.................................................................................................................................................35
TROUBLESHOOTING PAGE 36
Troubleshooting Chart..........................................................................................................................36
SPECIFICATIONS PAGE 37
Dimensions ..........................................................................................................................................37
Features...............................................................................................................................................37
Noise Emissions...................................................................................................................................37
EC Declaration of Conformity...............................................................................................................37
PARTS PAGE 38
Frame & Hopper...................................................................................................................................38
Spinner Drive & Gate Slide ..................................................................................................................40
Control & Harness................................................................................................................................42
SS575 Install 4100/4200......................................................................................................................44
SS575 Install 4500...............................................................................................................................46
SS575 Drop Curtain.............................................................................................................................48
70.8120 Vibrator Kit .............................................................................................................................50
WARRANTY PAGE 52

Introduction - 4
Product Description
Accessories
Item Description Part Number
4100/4200 Spreader Install Kit 70.8113
4500 Spreader Install Kit 70.8129
Drop Curtain Kit 70.8131
Vibrator Kit 70.8120
The Ventrac SS575 salt spreader is designed to spread bagged rock salt*, bagged ice melt products, cal-
cium ake, or calcium pellets. An optional vibrator kit also allows the spreader to use bulk salt. The SS575
salt spreader features a 5.75 cubic foot (.163 cubic meter) volume capacity and 460 pound (209 kilogram)
weight capacity. An electronic control box comes standard and features a variable electronic speed control
and On/Off switch. The SS575 salt spreader is for use on 4000 series Ventrac power units only.
*Optional vibrator kit (70.8120) may be needed, depending on the properties and condition of the rock salt.
An optional drop curtain kit is available for spreading materials in tight quarters such as sidewalks, cart
paths, and more.
Why Do I Need an Operator’s Manual?
This manual has been created to help you gain the important knowledge of what is needed to safely
operate, maintain, and service your machine. It is divided into sections for convenient reference of the
appropriate section.
You must read and understand the operator’s manual for each piece of Ventrac equipment you own. Read-
ing the operator’s manual will help you become familiar with each specic piece of equipment. Under-
standing the operator’s manual will help you, as well as others, avoid personal injury and/or damage to the
equipment. Keep this manual with the machine at all times. The manual should remain with the machine
even if it is sold. If this manual becomes damaged or unreadable, it should be replaced immediately. Con-
tact your local Ventrac dealer for a replacement.
When using a Ventrac attachment, be sure to read and follow the safety and operating instructions of both
the power unit and the attachment being used to ensure the safest operation possible.
The information in this manual provides the operator with the safest procedures to operate the machine
while getting the maximum use out of the unit. Failure to follow the safety precautions listed in this manual
may result in personal injury and/or damage to the equipment.
INTRODUCTION
Venture Products Inc. is pleased to provide you with your new Ventrac salt spreader! We hope that Ventrac equipment will
provide you with a ONE Tractor Solution.
Listed below are just some of the items that can provide you
versatility as you use your SS575 salt spreader. Please visit
our web site, or contact your authorized Ventrac dealer for a
complete list of items available for your new salt spreader.

Introduction - 5
Using Your Manual
Throughout this manual, you will encounter special messages and symbols that identify potential safety
concerns to help you as well as others avoid personal injury or damage to the equipment.
ATTENTION
This symbol identies potential health and
safety hazards. It marks safety precautions.
Your safety and the safety of others is involved.
SYMBOL DEFINITIONS
There are three signal words that describe the level of safety concern: Danger, Warning, and Caution.
Safety should always be the #1 priority when working on or operating equipment. Accidents are more likely
to occur when proper operating procedures are not followed or inexperienced operators are involved.
Note: Right-Hand and Left-Hand orientations may be referred to at different places throughout this manual.
Right-Hand and Left-Hand is determined as if sitting on the power unit seat facing forward.
SIGNAL WORD DEFINITIONS
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury.
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, will result in death or
serious injury. This signal word is limited to the
most extreme cases.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury and/or property damage. It may
also be used to alert against unsafe practices.
Manual Glossary
Power Unit A Ventrac tractor or other Ventrac engine powered device that may be operated by itself or
with an attachment or accessory.
Attachment A piece of Ventrac equipment that requires a Power Unit for operation.
Accessory A device that attaches to a Power Unit or Attachment to extend its capabilities.
Machine Describes any “Attachment” or “Accessory” that is used in conjunction with a power unit.
INTRODUCTION

Safety - 6
Safety Decals
The following safety decals must be maintained on your SS575 salt spreader.
Keep all safety decals legible. Remove all grease, dirt, and debris from safety decals and instructional
labels. If any decals are faded, illegible, or missing, contact your dealer promptly for replacements.
When new components are installed, be sure that current safety decals are afxed to the replacement
components.
SAFETY
Decal Description Part Number Quantity
A Warning, Hands & Feet 07.3D6192 1
B Warning, Read Owners Manual 07.3D6194 1
AB
AB

SAFETY
Safety - 7
General Safety Procedures
for Ventrac Power Units, Attachments, & Accessories
Training Required
• The owner of this machine is solely responsible for properly training the operators.
• The owner/operator is solely responsible for the operation of this
machine and prevention of accidents or injuries occurring to him/her-
self, other people, or property.
• Do not allow operation or service by children or untrained personnel.
Local regulations may restrict the age of the operator.
• Before operating this machine, read the operator’s manual and under-
stand its contents.
• If the operator of the machine cannot understand this manual, then it
is the responsibility of this machine’s owner to fully explain the material
within this manual to the operator.
• Learn and understand the use of all controls.
• Know how to stop the power unit and all attachments quickly in the event of an emergency.
Personal Protective Equipment Requirements
It is the responsibility of the owner to be sure that the operators use the proper personal protective equip-
ment while operating the machine. Required personal protective equipment includes, but is not limited to,
the following list.
• Wear a certied ear protection device to prevent loss of hearing.
• Prevent eye injury by wearing safety glasses while operating the machine.
• Closed toe shoes must be worn at all times.
• Long pants must be worn at all times.
• When operating in dusty conditions, it is recommended that a dust mask be worn.
Operation Safety
• Inspect machine before operation. Repair or replace any damaged, worn, or missing parts. Be sure
guards and shields are in proper working condition and are secured in place. Make all necessary
adjustments before operating machine.
• Some pictures in this manual may show shields or covers opened or removed in order to clearly illustrate
any instructions. Under no circumstance should the machine be operated without these devices in place.
• Alterations or modications to this machine can reduce safety and could cause damage to the machine.
Do not alter safety devices or operate with shields or covers removed.
• Before each use, verify that all controls function properly and inspect all safety devices. Do not operate
if controls or safety devices are not in proper working condition.
• Check parking brake function before operating. Repair or adjust parking brake if necessary.
• Observe and follow all safety decals.
• All controls are to be operated from the operator’s seat only.
• Always wear a seat belt if the machine has a roll cage/bar installed and in upright position.
• Ensure the attachment or accessory is locked or fastened securely to the power unit before operating.
• Ensure that all bystanders are clear of the power unit and attachment before operating. Stop machine if
someone enters your work area.
• Always be alert to what is happening around you, but do not lose focus on the task you are performing.
Always look in the direction the machine is moving.
• Look behind and down before backing up to be sure of a clear path.
• If you hit an object, stop and inspect the machine. Make all necessary repairs before operating machine again.
• Stop operation immediately at any sign of equipment failure. An unusual noise can be a warning of equipment
failure or a sign that maintenance is required. Make all necessary repairs before operating machine again.

SAFETY
Safety - 8
General Safety Procedures
for Ventrac Power Units, Attachments, & Accessories
• If equipped with a high/low range feature, never shift between high and low range while on a slope.
Always move the machine to level ground and engage the parking brake before shifting range.
• Do not leave machine unattended while it is running.
• Always park the machine on level ground.
• Always shut off engine when connecting attachment drive belt to the power unit.
• Never leave the operator’s seat without lowering the attachment to the ground, setting the parking
brake, shutting off the engine, and removing the ignition key. Make sure all moving parts have come to
a complete stop before dismounting.
• Never leave equipment unattended without lowering the attachment to the ground, setting the parking
brake, shutting off the engine, and removing the ignition key.
• Only operate in well-lit conditions.
• Do not operate when there is a risk of lightning.
• Never direct the discharge of any attachment in the direction of people, buildings, animals, vehicles, or
other objects of value.
• Never discharge material against a wall or obstruction. Material may ricochet back towards the operator.
• Use extra caution when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure vision.
• Do not run the engine in a building without adequate ventilation.
• Do not touch the engine or the mufer while the engine is running or immediately after stopping the engine.
These areas may be hot enough to cause a burn.
• Do not change the engine governor settings or over-speed the engine. Operating engine at excessive speed
may increase the hazard of personal injury.
• To reduce the hazard of re, keep the battery compartment, engine, and mufer areas free of grass, leaves,
and excessive grease.
Preventing Accidents
• Clear working area of objects that might be hit or thrown from machine.
• Keep people and pets out of mowing area.
• Know the work area well before operation. Do not operate where traction or
stability is questionable.
• Reduce speed when you are operating over rough ground.
• Equipment can cause serious injury and/or death when improperly used.
Before operating, know and understand
the operation and safety of the power
unit and the attachment being used.
• Do not operate machine if you are not in good physical and
mental health, if you will be distracted by personal devices, or are
under the inuence of any substance which might impair deci-
sion, dexterity, or judgment.
• Children are attracted to machine activity. Be aware of children
and do not allow them in the working area. Turn off the machine if
a child enters the work area.
Keep Riders Off
• Only allow the operator on the power unit. Keep riders off.
• Never allow riders on any attachment or accessory.
Operation Safety (continued)

SAFETY
Safety - 9
General Safety Procedures
for Ventrac Power Units, Attachments, & Accessories
Operating On Slopes
• Slopes can cause loss-of-control and
tip-over accidents, which can result in
severe injury or death. Be familiar with the
emergency parking brake, along with the
power unit controls and their functions.
• If power unit is equipped with a fold down
roll bar, it must be locked in the upright
position when operating on any slope.
• Use low range (if equipped) when operating
on slopes greater than 15 degrees.
• Do not stop or start suddenly when operating on slopes.
• Never shift between high and low range while on a slope. Always move the power unit to level ground
and engage the parking brake before shifting range or placing the power unit in neutral.
• Variables such as wet surface and loose ground will reduce the degree of safety. Do not drive where
machine could lose traction or tip over.
• Keep alert for hidden hazards in the terrain.
• Stay away from drop-offs, ditches, and embankments.
• Sharp turns should be avoided when operating on slopes.
• Pulling loads on hills decreases safety. It is the responsibility of the owner/operator to determine loads
that can safely be controlled on slopes.
• Transport machine with attachment lowered or close to the ground to improve stability.
• While operating on slopes, drive in an up and down direction when possible. If turning is necessary
while driving across slopes, reduce speed and turn slowly in the downhill direction.
• Assure a sufcient supply of fuel for continuous operation. A minimum of one-half tank of fuel is recommended.
Roadway Safety
• Operate with safety lights when operating on or near roadways.
• Obey all state and local laws concerning operation on roadways.
• Slow down and be careful of trafc when operating near or crossing roadways. Stop before crossing
roads or sidewalks. Use care when approaching areas or objects that may obscure vision.
• If there is doubt of safety conditions, discontinue machine operation until a time when
operation can be performed safely.
• When operating near or on roadways, have a Slow Moving Vehicle Emblem clearly
displayed.
Truck Or Trailer Transport
• Use care when loading or unloading machine into a truck or trailer.
• Use full width ramps for loading machine into a truck or trailer.
• The parking brake is not sufcient to lock the machine during transport. Always secure the power unit
and/or attachment to the transporting vehicle securely using straps, chains, cable, or ropes. Both front
and rear straps should be directed down and outward from the machine.
• Shut off fuel supply to power unit during transport on truck or trailer.
• If equipped, turn the battery disconnect switch to the Off position to shut off electrical power.

SAFETY
Safety - 10
General Safety Procedures
for Ventrac Power Units, Attachments, & Accessories
Maintenance
• Keep all safety decals legible. Remove all grease dirt, and debris from safety decals and instructional labels.
• If any decals are faded, illegible, or missing, contact your dealer promptly for replacements.
• When new components are installed, be sure that current safety decals are afxed to the replacement
components.
• If any component requires replacement, use only original Ventrac replacement parts.
• Always turn the battery disconnect to the Off position or disconnect the battery before performing any
repairs. Disconnect the negative terminal rst and the positive terminal last. Reconnect the positive
terminal rst and the negative terminal last.
• Keep all bolts, nuts, screws, and other fasteners properly tightened.
• Always lower the attachment to the ground, engage parking brake, shut off engine, and remove the
ignition key. Make sure all moving parts have come to a complete stop before cleaning, inspection,
adjusting or repairing.
• If the power unit, attachment, or accessory requires repairs or adjustments not instructed in the operator’s
manual, the power unit, attachment, or accessory must be taken to an authorized Ventrac dealer for service.
• Never perform maintenance on the power unit and/or attachment if someone is sitting in the operator’s seat.
• Always use protective glasses when handling the battery.
• Check all fuel lines for tightness and wear on a regular basis. Tighten or repair them as needed.
• To reduce the hazard of re, keep the battery compartment, engine, and mufer areas free of grass,
leaves, and excessive grease.
• Do not touch the engine, the mufer, or other exhaust components while the engine is running or imme-
diately after stopping the engine. These areas may be hot enough to cause a burn.
• Allow the engine to cool before storing and do not store near an open ame.
• Do not change the engine governor settings or over-speed the engine. Operating engine at excessive
speed may increase the hazard of personal injury.
• Springs may contain stored energy. Use caution when disengaging or removing springs and/or spring
loaded components.
• An obstruction or blockage in a drive system or moving/rotating parts may cause a buildup of stored
energy. When the obstruction or blockage is removed, the drive system or moving/rotating parts may
move suddenly. Do not attempt to remove an obstruction or blockage with your hands. Keep hands,
feet, and clothing away from all power-driven parts.
• Dispose of all uids in accordance with local laws.
Fuel Safety
• To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extreme care in handling gasoline. Gaso-
line is extremely ammable and the vapors are explosive.
• Do not refuel machine while smoking or at a location near ames or sparks.
• Always refuel the machine outdoors.
• Do not store machine or fuel container indoors where fumes or fuel can reach an open
ame, spark, or pilot light.
• Only store fuel in an approved container. Keep out of reach of children.
• Never ll containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place containers
on the ground away from your vehicle before lling.
• Remove machine from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, refuel the
machine using a portable container, rather than from a fuel dispenser nozzle.
• Never remove fuel cap or add fuel with the engine running. Allow engine to cool before refueling.
• Never remove fuel cap while on a slope. Only remove when parked on a level surface.
• Replace all fuel tank and container caps securely.

SAFETY
Safety - 11
General Safety Procedures
for Ventrac Power Units, Attachments, & Accessories
• Do not overll fuel tank. Only ll to bottom of fuel neck, do not ll fuel neck full. Overlling of fuel tank could
result in engine ooding, fuel leakage from the tank, and/or damage to the emissions control system.
• If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine. Move the power unit away from the fuel spill and
avoid creating any source of ignition until fuel vapors have dissipated.
• If the fuel tank must be drained, it should be drained outdoors into an approved container.
• Dispose of all uids in accordance with local laws.
• Check all fuel lines for tightness and wear on a regular basis. Tighten or repair them as needed.
• The fuel system is equipped with a shut-off valve. Shut off the fuel when transporting the machine to
and from the job, when parking the machine indoors, or when servicing the fuel system.
Hydraulic Safety
• Make sure all hydraulic connections are tight and all hydraulic hoses and tubes are in good condition.
Repair any leaks and replace any damaged or deteriorated hoses or tubes before starting the machine.
• Hydraulic leaks can occur under high pressure. Hydraulic leaks require special care and attention.
• Use a piece of cardboard and a magnifying glass to locate sus-
pected hydraulic leaks.
• Keep body and hands away from pinhole leaks
or nozzles that eject high pressure hydraulic uid.
Hydraulic uid escaping under high pressure can
penetrate the skin causing serious injury, leading to
severe complications and/or secondary infections
if left untreated. If hydraulic uid is injected into the
skin, seek immediate medical attention no matter
how minor the injury appears.
• Hydraulic system may contain stored energy. Before performing maintenance or repairs on the hydraulic
system, remove attachments, engage parking brake, disengage weight transfer system (if equipped), shut
off engine, and remove ignition key. To relieve pressure on the auxiliary hydraulic system, shut off the power
unit engine and move the secondary S.D.L.A. lever left and right before disconnecting the auxiliary hydraulic
quick couplers.
• Dispose of all uids in accordance with local laws.
Fuel Safety (continued)

SAFETY
Safety - 12
SS575 Safety Procedures
• Spreader must be pinned and locked into position before operating power unit and spreader.
• Never exceed the recommendations in the weight capacity charts in the operation section, which speci-
es the material weight that can be used with different attachments. Exceeding the weight recommen-
dation for your front attachment may result in loss of steering or front wheel traction.
• Do not operate power unit with SS575 spreader on slopes greater than 10 degrees. Operation on
slopes greater than 10 degrees may result in loss of steering or front wheel traction.
• Never attempt to remove a spreader from the power unit while there is material in the spreader hopper.
• Always make sure personnel are clear of areas of danger when using equipment. Maintain 60’ distance
from all bystanders when operating the spreader.
• Never use with foreign debris in the spreader. The spreader is designed to handle only clean, free-ow-
ing material.
• Before working with the spreader, secure all loose tting clothing and unrestrained hair.
• Always wear safety glasses with side shields when servicing spreader.
• Read lead labels before attaching wire harness to power source or ground.
• Do not splice any other device into the wire harness.

Setup - 13
SPREADER SETUP & INSTALL KITS
SS575 Install 4100/4200 Kit
Document Number Kit Number / Part Number Model Serial Number Range
09.700131 70.8113 SS575 All Units
Tools Required: 3/8” wrench 7/16” wrench* 1/2” wrench 9/16” socket* 3/4” socket
impact driver 7/32” drill bit* drill* phillips screwdriver side cut pliers
Before making repairs or adjustments set the parking
brake, turn off engine, and remove ignition key.
Always disconnect the negative battery cable from the
battery when working with electrical components. Always
work in a manner that does not put safety at risk!
Safety glasses must be worn during installation.
Ear (hearing) protection must be worn when
using air or power tools.
Installation Time (estimated) 1 hour
Installation Notes: Right and left hand orienta-
tion referred to in these instructions is determined
as if sitting on the tractor seat, facing forwards.
*Not necessary for all setup congurations.
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable from the
power unit’s battery.
2. Remove the nut and bolt from the positive and
negative battery cable clamps and replace them
with 5/16” x 1-1/2” bolts and nuts. Tighten the
positive clamp onto the positive battery terminal.
3. Install the fused positive wire onto the positive
cable clamp bolt and fasten with a 5/16” nut.
4. Install the negative cable onto the negative terminal
and tighten. Install the negative wire onto the nega-
tive cable clamp bolt and fasten with a 5/16” nut.
5. Using a side cut pliers, cut both battery terminal
covers at the locations shown and install onto
the battery terminals.
Cut Here
6. Install the spreader hitch onto the spreader using
4) 1/2” x 1-1/4” bolts and 4) 1/2” at washers. Use
Loctite 242 or equivalent thread locker on bolts.
Torque to 45 ft-lbs (61 Nm).
7. Fasten the spreader’s power cord to the hitch
frame at two places using zip ties.

SPREADER SETUP & INSTALL KITS
Setup - 14
8. Insert the spreader hitch into the power unit’s
receiver hitch tube and fasten with a 5/8” x 3”
clevis pin and a 1/8” x 2-1/2” hairpin.
9.
CAUTION
If the power unit is equipped with a 3 point hitch,
adjust the lift arm links to position the lift arms
in the outermost position to prevent damage to
spreader if 3 point lift arms are raised accidentally.
Control Box Setup
1. Fasten the controller bracket (A) to the control
box mount bracket (B) using 2) #10-32 x 1/2”
machine screws and #10-32 ange nuts.
2.
A
B
Place the nylon washers on the inside of the
controller bracket and install onto the controller
using the 1/4” bolts and at washers. Tighten the
bolts until the controller pivots with resistance.
Power Unit Without Cab
(If power unit is equipped with cab, skip to next section)
1. Insert the tabs of the frame clamp bracket into
the slots of the frame mount bracket and fasten
with 3/8”x 2” carriage bolts and knobs.
2. Place the frame mount bracket against the inside
of the right leg of the roll bar. Position the bot-
tom edge of the frame mount bracket 24 -25
inches from the bottom of the roll bar and install
2) u-bolts and 4) locking ange nuts. Torque the
ange nuts to 31 ft-lbs (42 Nm).
3. Insert the arm of the control box mount into the
frame clamp bracket.

SPREADER SETUP & INSTALL KITS
Setup - 15
4. Install the spreader control box bracket onto
the control box mount using 2) #10-32 x 1/2”
machine screws and #10-32 ange nuts.
5. Fully extend the control box mount arm and tighten
the knobs to clamp the control box mount in place.
6. Route the gate cable along the back of the power
unit seat box and up the inside of the right rollbar.
Install the gate control cable (C) and handle onto
the control box mount.
7.
C
Use Velcro ties to fasten the gate cable to the roll
bar 2-3” above the power unit fender and to the
power unit seat box.
8. If gate cable is already mounted to the spreader,
skip to step # 12. Pull the gate cable handle out
3” and determine the length of cable needed to
reach the gate body. NOTE: before cutting the
cable to length, check to ensure that there is
enough slack in the cable to allow the control
cable to slide freely in the cable housing.
9. Cut off the cable at the desired length and then
push the gate cable handle back into the cable
housing. Slide the brass cable tting onto the
gate cable and thread onto the cable housing.
10. Install the cable tting onto the gate body (D) as
shown.
DE
11.
DE
Insert the cable end into
the gate slide (E) and
through the hole in the bolt.
Ensure the gate slide is in
the closed position and
tighten the bolt to secure
the gate cable.
12. Connect the battery/
controller wire harness
to the positive and nega-
tive wires connected to
the power unit battery.
Connect the harness to
the battery lead on the
spreader controller.
13. Connect the motor/controller wire harness to the
motor lead on the spreader controller. Connect the
harness to the power cord on the spreader. NOTE:
if the power unit is equipped with a 3 point hitch,
route the harness down between the power unit
seat box and the pivot shaft on the 3 point hitch
before connecting to the spreader’s power cord.
14. Use Velcro ties to fasten both wire harnesses to
the arm of the control box mount just behind the
controller and also to fasten the harnesses
together, but not to the control box arm, about
halfway back to the roll bar.

SPREADER SETUP & INSTALL KITS
Setup - 16
15. Leave a small amount of slack in the wire harnesses
and use Velcro ties to fasten the harnesses to the
roll bar just below the frame mount bracket and right
above the power unit fender as shown above.
16. Coil the extra wire of the motor/controller har-
ness at the corner of the right fender and use a
Velcro tie to fasten both harnesses to the power
unit seat box. Fasten the coils of the motor/con-
troller harness together using a Velcro tie.
17. Coil the extra wire of the battery/controller har-
ness at the corner of the left fender and use a
Velcro tie to fasten to the power unit seat box.
18.
Fuse Holder
Install the circuit breaker into the fuse holder of
the positive wire as shown above.
Installation is complete.
Power Unit With KW350 Cab
1. Remove the tunnel cover from the lower rear
frame of the power unit.
2-1/4”
22-5/8”
1/2”
2. On KW350 cabs with
serial numbers 1001-
1060, mounting holes
must be drilled in the
right front cab post.
Unfasten the velcro
from the pleated canvas
and move out of the
way. Mark the post
22-5/8” up from the post
mounting plate and 1/2”
in from edge of ange.
Mark the second hole
2-1/4” up from the rst
hole. Drill the mounting
holes using a 7/32” drill
bit, remove any metal
shavings, and use touch
up paint on exposed metal. Reinstall the pleated
canvas onto the cab post.
3. Install the gate cable mount bracket on the back
of the right front cab post ange using 2) #10-32
x 1/2” machine screws and ange nuts.
4. On KW350 cabs with serial numbers 1001-1060,
a mounting hole must be drilled in the dash tray of
the bottom windshield mount. Measure 2-11/16” in
from the inside of the rear lip and 5-1/2” in from
the inside of the right lip.
5-1/2”
2-11/16”

SPREADER SETUP & INSTALL KITS
Setup - 17
Drill the mounting hole using a 7/32” drill bit,
remove any metal shavings, and use touch up
paint on exposed metal.
5. Install the spreader control box bracket onto the
bottom of the tray using 2) #10-32 x 1/2” machine
screws and #10-32 ange nuts.
6. Connect the battery/controller wire harness to
F
the battery lead on the
spreader controller and
connect the motor/controller
wire harness to the motor lead
on the spreader controller.
7. Route the wire harnesses
down along the cab post and
fasten to the gate cable mount
bracket using a Velcro tie (F).
8. Route the wire harnesses
under the foot plate and
hydraulic lter, over the axle
housing, and out the back of
the power unit.
9. Route the gate
G
control cable along the same
path as the wire
harnesses and
install the gate
control cable (G)
and handle onto
the gate cable
mount bracket.
10. Fasten the wire
harnesses and the
gate control cable (if
equipped) underneath the foot plate and to the side
of the lower rear frame tunnel using 2) cushioned
clamps and 1/4” x 3/4” ange bolts and ange nuts.
11. Insert the battery/controller wire harness between
the power unit seat box and canvas window of
the cab and connect to the positive and negative
wires connected to the power unit battery and
fasten to the cab wire harness using a Velcro tie.
12. Connect the harness to the power cord on the
spreader. NOTE: if the power unit is equipped
with a 3 point hitch, route the harness through
the hitch frame under the pivot shaft before con-
necting to the spreader’s power cord.
13. Coil the extra wire from the battery/controller and
motor/controller wire harnesses at the back of the
power unit and fasten to the hitch frame upper

SPREADER SETUP & INSTALL KITS
Setup - 18
anchor bracket using a Velcro tie.
14. If gate cable is already mounted to the spreader,
skip to step # 18.) Pull the gate cable handle out
3” and determine the length of cable needed to
reach the gate body. NOTE: before cutting the
cable to length, check to ensure that there is
enough slack in the cable to allow the control
cable to slide freely in the cable housing.
15. Cut off the cable at the desired length and then
push the gate cable handle back into the cable
housing. Slide the brass cable tting onto the
gate cable and thread onto the cable housing.
16. Install the cable tting onto the gate body (H) as
shown.
HI
17.
Fuse Holder
HI
Insert the cable end into
the gate slide (I) and
through the hole in the bolt.
Ensure the gate slide is in
the closed position and
tighten the bolt to secure
the gate cable.
18. Install the circuit breaker
into the fuse holder
of the positive wire as
shown above.
19. Reinstall the power
unit’s tunnel cover.
Installation is complete.
Vibrator Installation (Power Unit without Cab)
1. Install the switch on the controller bracket as
directed by the vibrator kit instructions.
2. Install the vibrator unit on the spreader hopper
as directed by the vibrator kit instructions.
3. Connect the vibrator wire harness to the switch
and route wire harness along the same path as
the spreader wire harnesses.
4. Connect the wire harness plug to the plug on the
vibrator unit.
5. Connect the positive wire of the battery harness
to the positive terminal of the power unit battery.
6. Connect the negative wire of the battery harness
to the negative terminal of the power unit battery.
7. Use zip ties to fasten the vibrator wire harness
to the control box mount arm, the power unit roll
bar, and the power unit seat box.
Vibrator Installation
(Power Unit with KW350 Cab)
1. Install the switch on the controller bracket as
directed by the vibrator kit instructions.
2. Install the vibrator unit on the spreader hopper
as directed by the vibrator kit instructions.
3. Connect the vibrator wire harness to the switch
and route wire harness along the same path as
the spreader wire harnesses. Install the vibrator
wire harness into the cushioned metal clamps
under the power unit foot plate that contain the
spreader wire harnesses.
4. Connect the wire harness plug to the plug on the
vibrator unit.
5. Route the vibrator battery harness up between the
seat box and the hitch frame upper anchor bracket
and through the cutout for the rear hydraulic motor.
6. Connect the positive wire of the battery harness
to the positive terminal of the power unit battery.
7. Connect the negative wire of the battery harness
to the negative terminal of the power unit battery.
8. Use zip ties to fasten the vibrator wire harness
to the cab post inside the cab and to the hitch
frame upper anchor bracket.

SPREADER SETUP & INSTALL KITS
Setup - 19
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable from the
power unit’s battery.
2. Open the toolbox lid and remove the left (A) and
right (B) toolbox liner panels.
3.
A
B
Place the wire adapter harness in the power
units seat box area. Route the ground wire with
the ring terminal along the main harness and
connect to the ground stud (C). Use zip ties (D)
to fasten the wire to the main harness.
C
D
D
4. Route the red and white wires with terminals into
the toolbox area.
5. Use a needle nose pliers to remove the green
plugs (E) from positions A1 and A3 (F - red high-
lighted positions) on the rear fuse panel.
6.
NOTE: Both the picture
and the sketch are shown
from the rear of the fuse
panel inside the toolbox.
E
AA ABCD
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
NC
87a NO
87
EX
85
EX
86
C
30
EX
85
NO
87
NC
87a
C
30 EX
86
NO
87
NC
87a
EX
85
C
30 EX
86
EX
85
NC
87a NO
87
EX
86
C
30
C
30 EX
86
NO
87
NC
87a
EX
85
Back View Of Rear Fuse Block
F
Install the terminal on the red wire into position
A1 in the fuse panel. Install the terminal on the
white wire into position A3 in the fuse panel.
NOTE: the terminal can only be installed one
way. Orient the terminal with the hole pointing up
and insert into the fuse panel. The terminal needs
to snap into place. If necessary, use a needle
nose pliers to push the terminal in, being careful
not to damage the wire insulation. Double check
the connection by tugging gently on the wire with
your hand.
7. Reinstall the left and right toolbox liner panels.
Document Number Kit Number / Part Number Model Serial Number Range
09.700169 70.8129 SS575 All Units
Tools Required: 3/8” wrench 7/16” wrench* 9/16” socket* 3/4” socket impact driver
5/32” hex wrench* Phillips screwdriver* side cut pliers
Before making repairs or adjustments set the parking
brake, turn off engine, and remove ignition key.
Always disconnect the negative battery cable from the
battery when working with electrical components. Always
work in a manner that does not put safety at risk!
Safety glasses must be worn during installation.
Ear (hearing) protection must be worn when us-
Installation Time (estimated) 1 hour
Installation Notes: Right and left hand orienta-
tion referred to in these instructions is determined
as if sitting on the tractor seat, facing forwards.
*Not necessary for all setup congurations.
SS575 Install 4500 Kit

SPREADER SETUP & INSTALL KITS
Setup - 20
8. Install the spreader hitch onto the spreader using
4) 1/2” x 1-1/4” bolts (G) and 4) 1/2” at washers
(H). Use Loctite 242 or equivalent thread locker
on bolts. Torque to 45 ft-lbs (61 Nm).
9.
G
H
Fasten the spreader’s power cord to the hitch
frame at two places using zip ties (I).
10.
I
I
Insert the spreader hitch into the power unit’s
receiver hitch tube and fasten with a 5/8” x 3”
clevis pin and a 1/8” x 2-1/2” hairpin.
11.
CAUTION
If the power unit is equipped with a 3 point hitch,
adjust the lift arm links to position the lift arms
in the outermost position to prevent damage to
spreader if 3 point lift arms are raised accidentally.
Installation (Power Unit without Cab)
(If power unit is equipped with cab, skip to next section)
1. Fasten the controller bracket (A) to the control
box mount bracket (B) using 2) #10-32 x 1/2”
machine screws and #10-32 ange nuts.
A
B
2. Place the nylon washers (C) on the inside of the
controller bracket.
3.
C
Install the controller bracket onto the controller
using the 1/4” bolts (D) and at washers. Tighten
the bolts until the controller pivots with resistance.
4.
D
Insert the tabs (E) of the frame clamp bracket
into the slots of the frame mount bracket and
fasten with 3/8”x 2” carriage bolts and knobs.
E