TGS 800 TAILGATE SPREADER INSTALLATION & OWNER’S MANUAL
BOSS PRODUCTSA Division of Northern Star Industries, Inc.P.O. Box 787 Iron Mountain MI 49801-0787www.bossplow.comTGS 800TAILGATE SPREADERINSTALLATION & OWNER’S MANUALTABLE OF CONTENTSWARNINGS & CAUTIONS. 3INTRODUCTIONS . 5SLIDE-IN & RT3 ATTACHMENT WIRING INSTALLATION PROCEDURE . 6SLIDE-IN ATTACHMENT INSTALLATION PROCEDURE. 9SLIDE-IN ATTACHMENT MOUNTING PROCEDURE . 10SLIDE-IN ATTACHMENT REMOVAL PROCEDURE . 11RT3 ATTACHMENT INSTALLATION PROCEDURE . 12RT3 ATTACHMENT MOUNTING PROCEDURE . 13TAILGATE SPREADER ASSEMBLY DRAWING AND PARTS LIST . 14RT3 ATTACHMENT REMOVAL PROCEDURE . 17SPINNER ASSEMBLY SWING AWAY PROCEDURE . 18MATERIAL LOADING PROCEDURE . 19IN-CAB CONTROLLER INSTALLATION PROCEDURE . 20IN-CAB CONTROLLER OPERATION . 21DEFLECTOR ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE . 22VIBRATION TRAY ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE . 22TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE . 23RECOMMENDED ASSEMBLY TORQUE . 24WARRANTY . 25BOSS Products / Northern Star Industries, Inc. reserves the right under its continuous product improvement policy to change construction ordesign details and furnish equipment when so altered without reference to illustrations or specifications used herein.Patents PendingDRIVEN TO BE THE BESTTGS15544-1
Serious injury or death can result if you do not follow these instructions and procedures whichare outlined further within your owner’s manual. Many newer trucks are equipped with air bags. DO NOT under any circumstancesdisable or remove or relocate any sensors or other components related to the operationof the air bags. Overloading could result in an accident or damage. Never exceed the vehicle’s GrossVehicle Weight Rating or the Front or Rear Gross Axle Weight Ratings. TGS 800 Spreaders with Slide-In or RT3 Attachments MUST ONLY be used with aminimum Class IV Receiver Hitch. DO NOT exceed the Vehicle Hitch Rating. This spreader is restricted to the use of sand, salt or salt/sand mix only. Never run othermaterials through the spreader. Maximum weight of material that can be loaded into the TGS 800 spreader is 800pounds. Never exceed this weight. DO NOT attempt to mount or remove the spreader with material in it. Turn spreader off before filling, mounting, removing, servicing, or cleaning. DO NOT operate spreader within 25 feet of bystanders. DO NOT climb into or ride on spreader. Keep hands, feet, and clothing away from moving parts and mounting points. Spreader must be mounted to vehicle when loading material. The Slide-In Attachment must be fully engaged and pinned into the vehicle 2” ReceiverHitch.3
Serious injury or death can result if you do not follow these instructions and procedures whichare outlined further within your owner’s manual. The upper and lower pins of the RT3 Attachment must be fully engaged and the slide-inhook must be fully engaged and pinned into the vehicle 2” Receiver Hitch. Ratchet Straps must be installed and properly tightened with the Slide-In and RT3Attachment. Read owner’s manual before operating or servicing spreader. DO NOT store material in hopper.4
A REVOLUTION AGAINST SNOWCongratulations on purchasing the finest tailgate spreader made. The BOSS sets thestandard for quality, reliability, craftsmanship, and performance. Our products aredesigned, built, and proven in Michigan’s rugged Upper Peninsula, where winter is away of life. And we back it all up with exceptional customer service and satisfaction.We’re not just setting the standard. We’re leading the way.The BOSS TAILGATE SPREADER has been carefully designed and built for years ofcarefree performance. With its simple attaching system, the BOSS can be attached orremoved in seconds.To keep your BOSS TAILGATE SPREADER in top shape, take a few minutes to studythis manual. It will show you how to use and service the BOSS, familiarize you with allof its parts, and give you helpful tips on spreading.If you have further questions, your local BOSS DEALER is the person to talk to. Theyknow your spreader well and want your complete satisfaction.5
Slide-In & RT3 Attachment Wiring Installation ProcedureSlide-In & RT3 AttachmentWiring InstallationProcedure2. Route the harness along the driver sideframe rail and into the enginecompartment. Keep harness away fromhot or moving parts. Secure using CableTies (MSC04088).3. Feed the 4-pin connector (MaleConnector #2) and the 2-pin connector(Universal Connector # 1) through thefirewall, into the cab, and to a locationnear the desired spreader controllocation.Before starting any Electrical Wiring Proceduremake sure that the engine is not running andthat the engine has had sufficient time to cooldown. Failure to do so may result in seriousbodily injury or death.4. Secure using Cable Ties (MSC04088).Before starting any Electrical Wiring Proceduremake sure to disconnect the battery. Failure todo so may result in serious bodily injury ordeath.5. Connect the ring connector on theBLACK WIRE to the NEGATIVE batteryterminal.Note: This Wiring Installation Procedure isintended for use with the Slide-InAttachment kit (TGS16178) and the RT3Attachment kit (TGS16179) for TGS 800spreader.6. Connect the ring connector on the REDWIRE to the POSITIVE battery terminal.1. Refer to Figure 2 for vehicle sideharness diagram. Begin at the rear ofthe vehicle. Secure the sealed connector(Connector # 3), male connector(Connector #4), molded dust cap (6),and female dust cap (7) near the centerof the rear bumper using Cable Ties(MSC04088), refer to figure 1.8. Secure all wiring to the frame and insideof the cab using Cable Ties(MSC04088).Figure1. Control Harness Mounting7. Wrap all excess wire and secure in theengine compartment.G105936
Slide-In & RT3 Attachment Wiring Installation ProcedureFigure 2. Vehicle Side Harness Diagram (TGS15534)7G10591
Slide-In & RT3 Attachment Wiring Installation ProcedureFigure 3. Spreader Side Harness Diagram (TGS15535)8G10592
Slide-In Attachment Installation ProcedureSlide-In AttachmentInstallation ProcedureITEM #123456789101112QTY.111121186862PART CRIPTIONSLIDE-IN ATTACHMENTSPINNER PROTECTORDRIVER SIDE STABILIZER ARMPASSENGER SIDE STABILIZER ARMRATCHET STRAPPOWER/GROUND DUST CAP/PLUGWEATHER PLUG, SPINNER, VEHICLE SIDE3/8”-16 X 1” ST-ST HEX HEAD BOLT½”-13 X 1-1/2” HEX HEAD BOLT3/8”-16 X 1” ST-ST NYLON LOCK NUT½”-13 NYLON LOCK NUT½” FENDER WASHERHead Bolts (9), and four ½”-13 Nylon LockNuts (11).Note: This Installation Procedure coversthe Slide-In Attachment KIT (TGS16178) forTGS 800 spreaders.2. Mount Spinner Protector (2) usingexisting 3/8”-16 X 1” Hex Head Bolts and3/8”-16 Nylon Lock Nuts as shown in Figure4.1. Mount Slide-In Attachment (1) toSpreader using four ½”-13 X 1-1/2” HexFigure 4. Slide-In Attachment Installation Procedure9G10594
Slide-In Attachment Mounting ProcedureSlide-In AttachmentMounting Procedure5. Attach Ratchet Strap (5) to outside of theupper hole of spreader frame using the“D” ring end of Ratchet Strap (5). Secureusing one ½” X 1-½” Hex Head Bolt (9),one ½” Nylon Lock Nut (11), and one ½”Fender Washer (12). Repeat onopposite side of spreader.In order to prevent injury or damage to theproduct, the spreader must be completely emptywhen attaching or detaching it from the vehicle1. The In-Cab Controller must be turnedOFF before proceeding. Back the truckinto position.Note: The previous two steps are onlyrequired for new installations. StabilizerArms and Ratchet Straps will remain boltedto the spreader.2. Insert the spreader’s Standard Hitch intothe 2” Receiver Hitch on the vehicle andline up the second hole.6. Tighten both Driver Side and PassengerSide Stabilizer Arms by rotating pad untiltight. Tighten the Jam Nut to secure.“NOTICE”Always check clearance between vehicle bumperand spreader when attached. If spreadercontacts bumper, use first attachment hole tomove spreader away from vehicle.7. Slide the hook end of Ratchet Strap (5)between the bumper and tailgate of thetruck. Ratchet Strap Hooks and Bucklemust be in line with direction of pull.Secure to a solid point on the truckframe rail (this may require drilling a holefor attachment on the truck frame).Repeat for second Ratchet Strap (5).3. Pin Spreader using provided Hitch Pinand Cotter Hairpin.4. Assemble Driver Side Stabilizer Arm (3)using four 3/8”-16 X 1” Hex Head Bolts(8) and four 3/8”-16 Nylon Lock Nuts(10). Repeat for Passenger SideStabilizer Arm (4).8. Plug Spreader Side Harness into VehicleSide Harness.Figure 5. Slide-In Attachment Mounting Procedure10G10595
Slide-In Attachment Removal ProcedureSlide-In AttachmentRemoval Procedure3. Loosen Ratchet Straps (5).1. The In-Cab Controller must be turnedOFF before proceeding. Back the truckinto position.5. Remove Cotter Hairpin and Hitch Pinfrom vehicle.4. Loosen Stabilizer Arms (3) & (4).6. Slide spreader out of 2” Receiver Hitch.2. Unplug Spreader Side Harness fromVehicle Side Harness and install boththe vehicle and spreader side weathercaps.7. Move spreader to storage area.Figure 6. Slide-In Attachment Removal Procedure11G10596
RT3 Attachment Installation ProcedureRT3 AttachmentInstallation ProcedureITEM #123456789101112QTY.111121186862PART CRIPTIONRT3 ATTACHMENTLEG ASSEMBLYDRIVER SIDE STABILIZER ARMPASSENGER SIDE STABILIZER ARMRATCHET STRAPPOWER/GROUND DUST CAP/PLUGWEATHER PLUG, SPINNER, VEHICLE SIDE3/8”-16 X 1” ST-ST HEX HEAD BOLT½”-13 X 1-1/2” HEX HEAD BOLT3/8”-16 ST-ST NYLON LOCK NUT½”-13 NYLON LOCK NUT½” FENDER WASHERNote: This Installation Procedure coversthe RT3 Attachment (TGS16179) for TGS800 spreaders.2. Mount Leg Assembly (2) to bottom ofSpreader using four existing 3/8”-16 X 1”Hex Head Bolts and four existing 3/8”-16Nylon Lock Nuts.1. Mount RT3 Attachment (1) to Spreaderusing four ½”-13 X 1-1/2” Hex HeadBolts (9), four ½”-13 Nylon Lock Nuts(11).Figure 7. RT3 Attachment Installation ProcedureG1059712
RT3 Attachment Installation Procedure3. The In-Cab Controller must be turnedOFF before proceeding. Back the truckinto position.RT3 AttachmentMounting Procedure4. Rotate attachment lever counterclockwise to the “ON” position, refer toFigure 9.In order to prevent injury or damage to theproduct, the spreader must be completely emptywhen attaching or detaching it from the vehicle.Keep hands, feet, and clothing away fromattachment points.1. Insert RT3 Attachment Hook into 2”Receiver Hitch. Refer to Figure 8.2. Line up second hole on RT3 AttachmentHook with hole in 2” Receiver Hitch andpin using provided Hitch Pin and CotterHairpin.Figure 9. Lever Rotation“NOTICE”G105995. Grip Spreader firmly, step on LegAssembly and rotate back until BottomPin is high enough to clear RT3Attachment Hook Jaw, refer to Figure10.Always check clearance between vehicle bumperand spreader when attached. If spreadercontacts bumper, use first attachment hole tomove spreader away from vehicle.6. Push Spreader forward and seat LowerPin in Jaw of RT3 Attachment Hook.7. Rotate Spreader upward until RT3Upper Pin locks into place.The Upper Pin must fully engage the top hole onthe RT3 Attachment and the safety latch mustbe down. Failure to do so may result inpersonal injury or property damage.Figure 8. RT3 Attachment HookG1059813
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RT3 Attachment Mounting ProcedureFigure 10. RT3 Attachment Mounting ProcedureG1060012. Plug Spreader Side Harness into VehicleSide Harness.8. Assemble Driver Side Stabilizer Arm (3)using four 3/8”-16 X 1” Hex Head Bolts(8) and four 3/8”-16 Nylon Lock Nuts(10). Repeat for Passenger SideStabilizer Arm (4).13. Rotate flip cart closed to stow wheels onthe spreader base.9. Attach Ratchet Strap (5) to outside of theupper hole of spreader frame using the“D” ring end of Ratchet Strap (5). Secureusing one ½” X 1-½” Hex Head Bolt (9),one ½” Nylon Lock Nut (11), and one ½”Fender Washer (12). Repeat onopposite side of spreader.Note: The previous two steps are onlyrequired for new installations. StabilizerArms and Ratchet Straps will remain boltedto the spreader.10. Tighten both Driver Side and PassengerSide Stabilizer Arms by rotating pad untiltight. Tighten the Jam Nut to secure.Figure 11. Stabilizer Arm Adjustment11. Slide the hook end of Ratchet Strap (5)between the bumper and tailgate of thetruck. Ratchet Strap Hooks and Bucklemust be in line with direction of pull.Secure to a solid point on the truckframe rail (this may require drilling a holefor attachment on the truck frame).Repeat for second Ratchet Strap (5).16G10601
RT3 Attachment Removal ProcedureRT3 AttachmentRemoval Procedure5. Rotate flip cart open exposing wheels onthe spreader base.6. Rotate the release lever clockwise to the“OFF” position, refer to Figure 12.In order to prevent injury or damage to theproduct, the spreader must be completely emptywhen attaching or detaching it from the vehicle.Keep hands, feet, and clothing away fromattachment points.1. The In-Cab Controller must be turnedOFF before proceeding. Back the truckinto position.2. Loosen Ratchet Straps (5).Figure 12. Lever Rotation3. Loosen Stabilizer Arms (3) & (4).G106027. Push forward on the spreader to releasethe Upper Pin.4. Unplug Spreader Side Harness fromVehicle Side Harness and install boththe vehicle and spreader side weathercaps.8. Rotate spreader to ground.9. Grip spreader firmly, step on LegAssembly and rotate spreader off LowerPin, refer to Figure 13.In order to prevent injury or damage to theproduct, never attempt to remove spreaderwithout wheels flipped outward.10. Roll spreader to storage area.Figure 13. RT3 Attachment Removal ProcedureG1060317
Swing Away ProcedureSpinner AssemblySwing Away Procedure4. The spreader contents may now beemptied and saved for future use.In order to prevent injury or damage to theproduct, ensure that the control is in the OFFposition.Keep hands, feet, and clothing away fromattachment points.In order to prevent injury or damage to theproduct, disconnect the spinner motor powerplug from the spreader side harness prior toswinging out the spinner unit.1. The In-Cab Controller must be turnedOFF before proceeding. Disconnect thepower supply to the Spinner Assembly.2. Pull the spring pin outward and lock inthe OUT position in the keeper slot,Figure 15. Swing Away ProcedureIn order to prevent accidental start-up the in-CabController must always be turned off, and powersupply to the spinner assembly must bedisconnected.G106055. To resume normal operation return theSpinner Assembly to the home position,refer to Figure 15.refer to Figure 14.6. Release the spring pin from the outposition.7. Connect the power supply to theSpinner Assembly.Figure 14. Spring Pin ProcedureNever attempt to remove the spreader unlessthe Spinner Assembly is in the home positionand the spring pin is fully engaged. Failure todo so may result in personal injury or propertydamage.G106043. Swing the Spinner Assembly out fromunder the spreader in a counterclockwise direction, refer to Figure 15.18
Material Loading ProcedureMaterial LoadingProcedureThis spreader is restricted to the use of drysand, salt or salt/sand mix only. Never run othermaterials through the spreaderThe spreader must be mounted to the vehiclebefore loading. Never attempt to mount aspreader with material in the hopper.1. If using bagged material, place bag ontoTop Screen Bag Splitter. Work bag backand forth on teeth of splitter until the baghas split open. Continue to manipulateand shake bag until empty.2. Always load material with the TopScreen installed. This will prevent large,rocks or other materials from becominglodged in the Feed Paddle or ejectedfrom the spinner.Failure to use top screen may result in personalinjury or property damage.Figure 16.G1060619
In-Cab Controller Installation ProcedureIn-Cab ControllerInstallation Procedure1. Mount In-Cab Controller (TGS15546) toan easily accessible position in the cab.Begin by removing the pre-assembledbracket from the controller.3. Mount the bracket using two suppliedSheet Metal Screws (HDW05953).4. Re-assemble the controller into themounting bracket with the suppliedhardware.2. The controller can be mounted eitherabove or below the mounting bracket,refer to Figure 17. Choose the bestposition that will not interfere withoperation of the vehicle or visibility. DONOT mount in a location that anoccupant could contact during a crash.Figure 17. In-Cab Controller Installation Procedure20G10607
In-Cab Controller OperationStarting and Stopping the Motor:In-Cab ControllerOperationFunctions (refer to Figure 18):Keep hands, feet, and clothing away fromattachment points.ON/OFF button: Turns the controller onand off.BLAST button: Sends full power to bothmotors while it is pressed.Bystanders to stay a minimum of 25 feet awayfrom operating spreader.Speed Dial 1: Increases the paddle motorspeed when turned clockwise anddecreases the speed when turnedcounterclockwise.1. Flip the ON/OFF Switch to the ONposition.Speed Dial 2: Increases the spinner motorspeed when turned clockwise anddecreases the speed when turnedcounterclockwise.2. Use Speed Dial 1 to adjust the speed ofthe paddle motor. This will dictate howquickly the material is pulled from thehopper.Indicator Lights (refer to Figure 18):3. Use Speed Dial 2 to adjust the speed ofthe spinner motor. This will dictate howfar material is thrown.Power LED: The controller is on.Yellow LED: The “BLAST” button is beingactivated.4. Use the Blast Feature to momentarilyincrease the speed of both motors. Themotors will remain at full speed until theBlast Button is released.Red LED: The Spreader is clogged and thecontroller is shut down.5. When finished using the spreader,always turn the controller ON/OFFSwitch to the OFF position.Freeing a clog:1. When the paddle motor is NOT turning,a rock or other debris may be wedged inthe paddle wheel.2. You can use the Blast Feature to free aclog by repeatedly pressing the BlastButton and quickly releasing it.Figure 18.G1060821
Deflector and Vibration Adjustment3. To decrease the vibration of TailgateSpreader TGS800, Vibration Tray (19)(part A Figure 20), or Back Flap (25)(part D Figure 20) can be adjusted up inthe slotted holes.In order to prevent accidental start-up the in-CabController must be turned off and power supplyto spinner and paddle assemblies must bedisconnected prior to any spreader adjustments.Rubber Flap AdjustmentsDeflector Adjustment1. The In-Cab Controller must be turnedOFF and power supply to feed paddledisconnected before proceed
Turn spreader off before filling, mounting, removing, servicing, or cleaning. DO NOT operate spreader within 25 feet of bystanders. DO NOT climb into or ride on spreader. Keep hands, feet, and clothing away from moving parts and mounting points. Spreader must be mounted to vehicle when loading material.
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Start spreader moving, then open spreader by pushing the thumb release to the “ON” position. Always push spreader, never pull. Push knob down to close spreader. 4. Hold handle so top of spreader is level. Tipping the spreader too far can cause uneven spreading. 5. The settings and swath
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