The provided document is an owner's manual for the BOSS SNOWPLOW VBX 3000 V-Box Spreader. This device is designed for spreading materials like dry, free-flowing salt or cinder/salt mixes.
Function Description:
The BOSS VBX 3000 V-Box Spreader is a vehicle-mounted unit used for distributing de-icing materials. It features a V-box hopper design, an auger-based feeder system, and a spinner assembly to broadcast the material. The spreader is controlled by an in-cab controller that allows the operator to adjust various parameters, including feeder speed, spinner speed, and activate a vibrator or "blast" function. The material deflectors are adjustable to customize the spread pattern. The unit is designed for installation in the bed of a utility vehicle, requiring secure mounting with ratchet straps and tie-down D-rings.
Important Technical Specifications:
- Part Numbers: VBS11060 and VBS19300B (for serial numbers 400000000 and Up).
- Minimum Truck Bed Length: 85 cm (33-1/2 inches).
- Dimensions:
- Length: 132 cm (52 inches)
- Hopper height: 71 cm (28 inches)
- Hopper width: 127 cm (50 inches)
- Weight (empty): 104 kg (230 lb).
- Capacity: 0.34 m³ (12 ft³).
- Material Compatibility: Dry, free-flowing salt or cinder/salt mixes only.
- Maximum Operating Speed: Do not exceed 22 km/h (14 mph) while spreading.
- Sound Level: Below 70 dBA inside the vehicle during operation.
- Electrical System: Requires connection to the vehicle's battery (positive and negative terminals) and an ignition switch power source. Includes a spade connector and ground cable.
- D-Ring Torque: Bolts for D-rings should be torqued to 28 Nm (19.7 ft-lb).
Usage Features:
- Controller: An in-cab controller (MSC06370) with a display and dials for adjusting feeder and spinner speeds. It includes indicator LEDs for power, light, vibrator, and blast functions.
- Feed Speed Dial: Increases/decreases feeder motor speed.
- Feed Speed Display: Shows current feeder motor speed.
- Spinner Speed Dial: Increases/decreases spinner motor speed.
- Spinner Speed Display: Shows current spinner motor speed.
- Power Button: Turns the controller and motors on/off. Holding for 3 seconds turns off motors and controller.
- Light Button: Turns the rear light on/off.
- Vibrator Button: Switches the vibrator on/off when the feeder motor is on.
- Blast Button: Momentarily sends full power to the spinner and feeder motors for quick material discharge.
- Power LED: Green when on/motors running, amber when clearing, flashing red for jam/disconnection.
- Adjustable Material Deflectors: Pins can be inserted into staggered holes around the spinner to adjust the spread pattern (driver side open, passenger side open, or both sides open).
- Adjustable Baffle: The baffle inside the hopper can be raised or lowered to increase or decrease the flow rate and load on the feeder.
- Loading: Materials should be filled evenly and not past the top of the hopper. Operators must consider the vehicle's Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and Gross Axle Weight Ratings (GAWR).
- Unloading: The spreader can be unloaded by removing the spinner assembly and turning the Feed Speed dial to 9.
- Clog Management: The controller provides visual alerts (flashing LEDs) for clogs. If not cleared automatically, the spreader wire harness should be disconnected, and the clog manually freed.
- Safety Decals: Multiple decals (MSC19399, VBS14567, MSC19312) are present on the machine, indicating warnings for reading the manual, training, tipping hazards, overloaded hopper, raising vehicle bed, unsecured ratchet straps, cutting/dismemberment, and entanglement.
Maintenance Features:
- Recommended Maintenance Schedule:
- Before each use or daily: Check and tighten ratchet straps.
- Every 20 hours: Clean the chute of any buildup, grease the bearings, tighten hardware.
- Before storage: Unload the spreader, clean and grease all bearings.
- Lubrication: Grease all bearings with a No. 2 lithium grease every 20 hours.
- Storage:
- Unload all material from the hopper.
- Remove the spreader from the vehicle.
- Wash and rinse the entire machine.
- Clean and grease all bearings.
- Clean all exposed connectors and apply dielectric grease.
- Remove the controller from the vehicle and store it in a clean, dry place.
- Troubleshooting Guide: The manual includes a comprehensive troubleshooting table for common issues like no power, motor not working, flashing LEDs (indicating jams or disconnections), and light/vibrator malfunctions, along with possible causes and corrective actions.
- Component Removal for Maintenance: Instructions are provided for removing the spinner assembly and adjusting the baffle, which may be necessary for cleaning or maintenance.
The BOSS VBX 3000 V-Box Spreader is designed for efficient and controlled spreading of de-icing materials, emphasizing user safety through clear instructions and warnings, and promoting longevity through a detailed maintenance schedule.
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