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Blizzard 760HD Installation Instructions & Owner's Manual

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Models 760LT, 760HD, 800HD & 860HD
Installation Instructions & Owner's Manual
See your BLIZZARD sales outlet/Web site for
specifi c vehicle application recommendations
before installation. The Undercarriage
Selection Guide has specifi c vehicle and
snowplow requirements.
Read this document before installing the
snowplow.
Read this document before operating or
servicing snowplow.
This manual supersedes all editions with an earlier date.
CAUTION
CAUTION
CAUTION
June 15, 2010
Lit. No. B64090, Rev. 07

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  • Page 1 June 15, 2010 Lit. No. B64090, Rev. 07 Models 760LT, 760HD, 800HD & 860HD Installation Instructions & Owner's Manual CAUTION See your BLIZZARD sales outlet/Web site for specifi c vehicle application recommendations before installation. The Undercarriage Selection Guide has specifi c vehicle and snowplow requirements.

  • Page 2: Preface

    PREFACE Congratulations on purchasing the fi nest straight When service is necessary, your local BLIZZARD blade snowplow available! BLIZZARD straight distributor knows your snowplow best. Contact your ® blades are clearing new trails for innovative design, BLIZZARD outlet for maintenance, service or any rugged durability, quality craftsmanship and superior other assistance you may require.
  • Page 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS Preface ................ 2 POWER HITCH™ System Instructions ..... 30 Safety Information ............4 Testing Your Snowplow ..........31 Vehicle Application Information ........7 Headlamp Aiming ............33 Operation ..............8 Maintenance .............. 34 Unpacking & Inspection ..........9 Technical Specifi...
  • Page 4 SAFETY SAFETY DEFINITIONS WARNING/CAUTION & INSTRUCTION LABELS WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, Become familiar with and inform users about the that if not avoided, could result in death or warning and instruction labels on the back of the serious personal injury. blade.

  • Page 5: Safety Precautions

    Plowing speed should not exceed 10 mph. components. Failure to do this could result in serious personal injury. CAUTION See your BLIZZARD outlet for application ® WARNING recommendations. You can die or be seriously injured. Keep...

  • Page 6: Personal Safety

    SAFETY PERSONAL SAFETY VENTILATION WARNING • Remove ignition key and put the vehicle in park or in gear to prevent others from starting the vehicle Vehicle exhaust contains lethal fumes. during installation or service. Breathing these fumes, even in low concentrations, can cause death.

  • Page 7: Vehicle Application Information

    • BLIZZARD Undercarriage Selection Guide is properly behind the rear axle. A ballast retainer kit is based on available vehicle capacity for snowplow available from your BLIZZARD outlet, PN 62849. equipment on a representative vehicle equipped with options commonly used for snowplowing and NOTE: The ballast retainer kit is for snowplow with 300 lb of front seat occupant weight.

  • Page 8: Operation

    OPERATION Your snowplow is the most advanced and versatile A. Lowered or Float Position straight blade on the market. The easy-to-use controls Pushing the joystick forward, toward the allow you to automatically adjust the snowplow blade "Lower/Float" designation on the label, or into an infi...

  • Page 9: Unpacking & Inspection

    UNPACKING & INSPECTION Your BLIZZARD ® straight blade has been packaged Once you have inspected all parts and removed all to withstand transit and weather related damage. packaging materials, your snowplow is ready to be Fully inspect all components upon receipt of your fully assembled.

  • Page 10: Torque Specifications

    TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS TORQUE CHART CAUTION Read instructions before assembling. Fasteners should be fi nger tight until instructed to tighten according to the torque chart. Use standard methods and practices when attaching snowplow including proper personal protective safety equipment. Grade Identifi cation for J429–Grade 5 Bolt Grade Identifi...

  • Page 11: Torque Specifi Cations

    TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS 37° JIC Flare Torque Values ft-lb Turns Size Assembly Steps min–max 6–7 1. Make sure the tubing and threads are clean. 8–9 2. Lubricate the threads with 10W hydraulic fl uid. 11–12 3. Hand tighten the nut/sleeve to approximately 30 in-lb. 14–15 4.

  • Page 12: Moldboard & A-Frame Assembly

    MOLDBOARD & A-FRAME ASSEMBLY 1. Position the pivot beam and A-frame near the connecting points at the rear of the blade between the two center support ribs. Insert one 3/4" x 3" clevis pin through each mounting hole and secure with 1/4" x 1-1/2" cotter pin. Spring Loaded Adjustable Pivot Beam...
  • Page 13 MOLDBOARD & A-FRAME ASSEMBLY 3. Position each angle cylinder with the rod 5. Remove the plastic dust caps from the hydraulic end of the cylinder in the pivot beam and lift cylinder ports. Attach one 9/16" 45° adjustable the hydraulic hose port facing away from elbow ORB adapter (B60272) to the driver-side the A-frame.
  • Page 14 MOLDBOARD & A-FRAME ASSEMBLY 6. Remove the draw latch mount pin, spacer and NOTE: The A-frame latch, located at the rear/ cotter pin from the draw latch assembly. By center of the A-frame, should be raised up removing this pin, the inner draw latch plates can to insert the draw latch mount pin.
  • Page 15 MOLDBOARD & A-FRAME ASSEMBLY Assemble the manifold. The manifold, pump 8. Align the mount holes in the pump with the holes and coil harness have been connected at the in the hinged bracket, located on the A-frame. factory; however, the manifold contains several components that you will need to install prior to NOTE: Before mounting the pump, angle the securing the assembly to the A-frame.
  • Page 16 MOLDBOARD & A-FRAME ASSEMBLY 10. Secure the manifold to the A-frame. Remove the 11. Hook each extension spring to the receiving holes washers, split lock washers and cap screws from on the pivot beam and attach the opposite end of the manifold and align the mount holes with the the spring to its respective spade bolts.

  • Page 17: General System Schematics

    GENERAL SYSTEM SCHEMATICS B60270 ELECTRICAL SCHEMATIC B60270 HYDRAULIC SCHEMATIC RIGHT ANGLE LEFT ANGLE LIFT CYL. RAISE LOWER 3000 PSI T1 P1 Lit. No. B64090, Rev. 07 June 15, 2010...

  • Page 18: Hydraulic Guide

    HYDRAULIC GUIDE Hydraulic Valve & Hose Port Guide Models 760 /760/800/860 If being used with auxiliary hydraulics, recommended for systems having a flow rated at 4–30 gallons per minute (gpm) and a maximum pressure rating of 3,000psi. HYDRAULIC HOSES Port Function Angle Right –...

  • Page 19: Electrical Installation – Snowplow Side

    ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION – SNOWPLOW SIDE 1. Connect the red power wire from the snowplow harness to the pump motor terminal stud. Hardware provided on pump. 2. Place the 3/8" lock washer, the black ground wire (from the harness) and the red ground wire on the coil harness (from the manifold) over the tapped hole on the pump and secure with 3/8"...
  • Page 20 12 (+) VDC FUSED BLUE BROWN/WHITE ORANGE LIGHT GREEN WHITE BLACK PINK/BLACK VEHICLE HARNESS PLUG (2005) FACE VIEW LOOKING AT FEMALE CONNECTOR FEMALE TERMINALS BLIZZARD HARNESS PLUG (PLOW) WIRE STRIPE COLOR COLOR COLOR FUNCTION (PINK) (BLACK) PIN NUMBER BLACK GROUND...

  • Page 21: Electrical Schematics – Snowplow Side

    ELECTRICAL SCHEMATICS – SNOWPLOW SIDE Lit. No. B64090, Rev. 07 June 15, 2010...
  • Page 22 ELECTRICAL SCHEMATICS – SNOWPLOW SIDE Lit. No. B64090, Rev. 07 June 15, 2010...

  • Page 23: Electrical Installation – Vehicle Side

    ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION – VEHICLE SIDE the eyelet terminal onto it. Attach the eyelet to the CAUTION remaining small terminal on the contactor. Secure Before drilling any holes, check the selected it with the hardware provided on the solenoid. area for wires, hoses or other obstructions. NOTE: Do not fasten the harness to areas that 1.
  • Page 24 Plug both of the switch leads into the toggle ® light conversion kit is not packaged with your switch. snowplow. Contact your local BLIZZARD dealer to obtain the appropriate conversion harness kit for NOTE: Both terminals should be inserted into your vehicle.
  • Page 25 Each pocket has a lock pin that secures both light tower arms. Pull out and twist each handle to temporarily unlock the pins. Place the light tower into the pockets and relock the pins. See your local BLIZZARD dealer for complete Installation ® Instructions for your vehicle undercarriage.

  • Page 26: Electrical Schematics – Vehicle Side

    ELECTRICAL SCHEMATICS – VEHICLE SIDE Lit. No. B64090, Rev. 07 June 15, 2010...
  • Page 27 ELECTRICAL SCHEMATICS – VEHICLE SIDE Lit. No. B64090, Rev. 07 June 15, 2010...
  • Page 28 ELECTRICAL SCHEMATICS – VEHICLE SIDE Lit. No. B64090, Rev. 07 June 15, 2010...
  • Page 29 ELECTRICAL SCHEMATICS – VEHICLE SIDE Lit. No. B64090, Rev. 07 June 15, 2010...

  • Page 30: Power Hitch™ System Instructions

    POWER HITCH™ SYSTEM INSTRUCTIONS Prior to operating your straight blade snowplow, review NOTE: If at any time the Mounting and the Mounting and Dismounting Instructions label on Dismounting Instructions label, or any other label the back of the driver's side moldboard. attached to your snowplow becomes illegible, promptly replace them.

  • Page 31: Testing Your Snowplow

    TESTING YOUR SNOWPLOW 1. Fill the hydraulic pump reservoir with BLIZZARD 3. Align the POWER HITCH arm on the A-frame ® Snowplow Rapid Action Hydraulic Fluid until it below the pushbeam, with the receiver plates in is approximately 3/4" from the top of the tank.
  • Page 32 TESTING YOUR SNOWPLOW 4. Return to the interior of the vehicle. Test the (No LED Float Light or Indicator Light) remaining functions of the snowplow. The system power on the control should be in the "ON" position. Raise the snowplow to its maximum height by pulling the joystick back (or down) or pressing the U button on the touchpad.

  • Page 33: Headlamp Aiming

    HEADLAMP AIMING Fully tighten headlamp fasteners once correct visual e. Check functioning of any automatic vehicle aim is achieved. leveling systems and specifi c manufacturer's instructions pertaining to vehicle preparation 1. Place vehicle on a level surface 25 feet in front of for headlamp aiming.

  • Page 34: Maintenance

    Lubricate all pins and bushings, and A-frame latch with NLGI Grade 2 multi-purpose lithium complex grease with molybdenum (MPGM) to maintain consistent operation. Clean and paint all scratches or exposed metal with BLIZZARD touch-up paint. ®...

  • Page 35: Technical Specifications

    TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Part Specifi cation 760LT 760HD 800HD 860HD 90" (7'-6") 96" (8') Length 90" (7'-6") 102" (8'-6") Thickness 12 ga 31" Height 29" Reinforcement 4 Ribs @ 3/16" 6 Ribs @ 1/4" Moldboard 1/2" x 6" Cutting Edge (1080) 3/8"...

  • Page 36: Troubleshooting

    Short in the control or wire Disconnect the control in the cab. If the pump turns a BLIZZARD outlet can diagnose ® harness. OFF, there is a short in the electrical system.
  • Page 37 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Cause Solution Hydraulic lock in the manifold. Loosen cartridge valve S6 to relieve pressure and This occurs if the voltage is retighten. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN! Valves should too low on the coils–should be Snowplow will not lift with be torqued to a maximum of 24 ft-lb.
  • Page 38 MOLDBOARD – ALL MODELS Lit. No. B64090, Rev. 07 June 15, 2010...
  • Page 39 MOLDBOARD – ALL MODELS Item Part 760LT 760HD 800HD 860HD Description B81006 – – – Moldboard B84006 – – – Moldboard B80006 – – – Moldboard B80020 – – – Moldboard B61165 – – – Cutting Edge B61168 – –...

  • Page 40: A-Frame & Pivot Beam Parts – All Models

    A-FRAME & PIVOT BEAM PARTS – ALL MODELS Item Part 760LT Description B52153 – Pivot Beam B52151 – Pivot Beam 90601 1/4 x 1-1/2 Cotter Pin B41039 Kickstand Assy (Incl. Item 3–10) B41047 Kickstand Foot B41038 Kickstand Leg 90665 1/2-13 x 1-1/4 Hex Cap Screw G8 90572 1/2 Flat Washer Hardened B52153...
  • Page 41 A-FRAME & PIVOT BEAM PARTS – ALL MODELS Item Part 760LT Description B41037 1-1/8 OD x 53/64 ID x 3/8 Stepped Bushing B50069 3/4 x 3 Clevis Pin 95739 3/4 x 5 Clevis Pin B61331 – 1-8 x 8-1/2 Hex Cap Screw G8 B61330 –...

  • Page 42: Power Unit Parts – All Models

    POWER UNIT PARTS – ALL MODELS 41 30 Lit. No. B64090, Rev. 07 June 15, 2010...
  • Page 43 POWER UNIT PARTS – ALL MODELS Item Part Qty Description B60402 Hydraulic Pump Assembly (Incl. Items 1–2 and 4–14 [MTE]) B60433 Reservoir B60434 Motor, 12V DC B60435 Seal Kit B60436 Pump Assembly, 2.47cc/REV B60437 Filter B60438 Clamp, Reservoir B60439 Reservoir, Screw B60345 Grommet B60346...

  • Page 44: Lights, Draw Latch & Control Parts – All Models

    LIGHTS, DRAW LATCH & CONTROL PARTS – ALL MODELS 10 11 Item Part 760LT Description B82049 – Draw Latch Assy (Incl. Items 1–16) B40109 – Draw Latch Assy (Incl. Items 1–16) B82035 – Outer Draw Latch Plate – DS B40080 –...
  • Page 45 LIGHTS, DRAW LATCH & CONTROL PARTS – ALL MODELS Item Part 760LT Description B82033 – 5/8 x 2-3/8 Inner Draw Latch Plate Pin /Hydraulic Cylinder Rod End B40042 – 3/4 x 2-1/2 Draw Latch Arm Pivot Pin/Hydraulic Cylinder Rod End B82024 –...

  • Page 46: Harnesses, Accessories & Kits – All Models

    HARNESSES, ACCESSORIES & KITS – ALL MODELS 1.  4. 6. Rugged and durable, the 3/8" thick, 2-ply construction keeps snow off your windshield and in its place—on the ground! The one piece rubber design allows for wing clearance and provides optimum snow defl...
  • Page 47 2–3 gpm output (2500 psi max.) to the existing maintains its viscosity to temperatures as low as hydraulic manifold. Hydraulic hoses, fi ttings and –25°F. BLIZZARD hydraulic fl uid is available by pump not included. the quart, gallon or 55-gallon drum.
  • Page 48 If ballast is required, it is important that it be secured properly behind the rear axle. A ballast retainer kit is available from your BLIZZARD outlet, PN 62849. Driver-Side Ballast Retainer 12. This adjustable bracket mounts easily to your...
  • Page 49 Emergency Parts Kit B63070 BLIZZARD Rapid Action Hydraulic Fluid (1 Quart) ® B63072 BLIZZARD Rapid Action Hydraulic Fluid (1 Gallon) B63091 BLIZZARD Rapid Action Hydraulic Fluid (Drum – 55 Gallons) B63078 Pedestal Mount Kit B60310 Central Hydraulic Valve Block B61544 – –...
  • Page 50 HARNESSES, ACCESSORIES & KITS – ALL MODELS Item Part 760LT 760HD 800HD 860HD Description B60276 Kit, Hydraulic Adapter (Incl. Items B60005 [3], B60006 [2], B60007 [3], B60072 and B60272) B60281 Kit, Hydraulic Hose (Incl. Items B60091 [2], B60273 and B60274)

  • Page 51: Notes

    NOTES __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ Lit. No. B64090, Rev. 07 June 15, 2010...
  • Page 52 Blizzard outlets or snowplow owner is granted. Blizzard 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. Blizzard or the vehicle manufacturer may require or recommend optional equipment for snow removal.

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