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Western Receiver Clamp Kit #48852 (500 & 2500) Parts List & Installation Instructions

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48852
A DIVISION OR SUBSIDIARY OF DOUGLAS DYNAMICS, L.L.C.
CAUTION
Read this document before installing the
receiver clamp kit.
WARNING
Do not exceed GVWR or GAWR ratings
as found on the driver-side vehicle door
cornerpost.
February 15, 2011
Lit. No. 48850, Rev. 01
Receiver Clamp Kit
Low-Profi le Tailgate Spreaders
PARTS LIST
48852 Tailgate Spreader Receiver Clamp Kit
Item Part Qty Description Item Part Qty Description
1 1 Clamp Plate 4 2 1/2" Lock Washer Spring SS
2 1 1/2-13 U-Bolt SS 5 1 1/2-13 Hex Nut SS
3 2 1/2" Flat Washer Wide SS 6 96263 1 1/2-13 Nut Handle
SS = Stainless Steel
3
4
2
6
5
1
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Lit. No. 48850, Rev. 01 2 February 15, 2011
3. Install the clamp plate with the bend up and
towards the spreader unit. The fl at of the clamp
plate is to sit on the truck hitch.
4. Install a fl at washer, lock washer and nut onto one
leg of the U-bolt. Tighten by hand until the clamp
plate is slightly cocked.
5. Install a fl at washer, lock washer and nut handle
onto the other leg of the U-bolt. Tighten until the
clamp is tight and the hopper is secure.
6. Retighten nut handle after fi ve hours of use.
Copyright © 2011 Douglas Dynamics, L.L.C. All rights reserved. This material may not be reproduced or copied, in whole or in part, in any
printed, mechanical, electronic, fi lm or other distribution and storage media, without the written consent of the company. Authorization to
photocopy items for internal or personal use by the company's outlets or spreader owner is granted.
The company reserves the right under its product improvement policy to change construction or design details and furnish equipment when
so altered without reference to illustrations or specifi cations used. This equipment manufacturer or the vehicle manufacturer may require or
recommend optional equipment for spreaders. Do not exceed vehicle ratings with a spreader. The company offers a limited warranty for all
spreaders and accessories. See separately printed page for this important information.
Printed in U.S.A.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
1. Park the vehicle on a smooth, level, hard surface,
such as concrete. Turn the vehicle ignition to the
"OFF" position and remove the key.
2. Place the U-bolt over the hitch insert. Slide the
U-bolt tight against the truck hitch.
U-Bolt
Hitch
Insert Truck
Hitch
Clamp
Plate
1/2" Flat
Washer
1/2" Nut Handle
1/2" Hex Nut
1/2" Lock
Washer
CAUTION
Use standard methods and practices when
attaching spreader and installing accessories
including proper personal protective safety
equipment.
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