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Lit. No. B64090, Rev. 00 33 April 1, 2006
MAINTENANCE
Maintenance Periodically Yearly
Check fasteners for tightness. Torque to specifications. X
Check hoses for wear and leaks. X
Check cylinders for leaks; inspect rod ends for corrosion & pitting X
Lubricate all exposed cylinder rod ends with liquid white lithium grease to prevent
corrosion.
X
Check cutting edges and plow shoes for wear. NOTE: Do not discard plow shoe
washers, these should be retained for different shoe adjustments.
X
Clean and lubricate all electrical plugs and connections with dielectric grease. Clean
and install all dust caps prior to storing.
X X
Lubricate all pins and bushings, inner slide box and A-frame latch with NLGI Grade 2
multi-purpose lithium complex grease with molybdenum (MPGM) to maintain consistent
operation
X X
Clean and paint all scratches or exposed metal with BLIZZARD
®
touch-up paint X X
Check the hydraulic oil level. Fill with fluid to 3/4” from the top of the reservoir. Do not
exceed this level. Never mix different types of fluid.
X
Remove and properly discard the fluid from the pump reservoir. Clean the pump filter
and replace the hydraulic oil to within 3/4" from the top of the reservoir. Changing the
fluid annually will prolong the life of your pump and manifold. Never mix different types
of hydraulic oil.
X
Check the trip spring adjustment. Properly adjusted tension will allow a sheet of paper
to pass between the 3rd and 4th coils of the spring.
X
Clean snow & ice build-up from the pump and manifold cover. X
Pressure wash and dry the entire snowplow prior to storing X
Cover the snowplow with a tarp if stored outside. This will protect your plow from sun
fading and inclement weather which can lead to accelerated corrosion.
X
REMOVING FROM STORAGE
1. Perform all regular maintenance.
2. Replace the hydraulic oil in the pump reservoir.
Prolonged storage could result in condensation
build-up.
3. Follow the mounting procedure on the POWER
HITCH™ label.
4. Initiate all of the functions. Monitor the fluid level
in the reservoir and fill to 3/4" from the top of the
tank as necessary.
5. Adjust the snowplow headlights as needed.
LIFTING
To lift and move this snowplow, attach chain fall grab
hooks to outside pivot beam area shown. Always
follow recommended lift warnings and procedures.
See following page for snowplow weights and
dimensions.
Lifting Points
(both sides)