Maintenance And Adjustment - Blizzard SPEEDWING 8600SW Owner's Manual

MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT

WARNING
Lower the blade when the vehicle is parked.
Keep 8' clear of the blade. Temperature
changes could change hydraulic pressure,
causing the blade to drop unexpectedly or
damaging hydraulic components. Failure to
do this could result in serious personal injury.
Your BLIZZARD snowplow is designed for rugged,
®
dependable service. However, like the vehicle
on which it is mounted, it needs regular care and
maintenance.
Check the following before and frequently during the
plowing season:
1. Make sure all fasteners, mounting bolts and
hydraulic connections are tight. Pay particular
attention to mount adapter fasteners and the
1" pivot bolt.
2. Make sure all electrical connections, including
grounds, are clean, tight, free of rust or corrosion,
and are coated with dielectric grease.
3. Check all plugs and seals for hydraulic fl uid leaks.
Repair as necessary.
Lit. No. 40688, Rev. 04
MAINTENANCE
Overtightening springs will not increase blade
trip force and can damage the springs.
4. Trip Spring Adjustment: To adjust trip spring
tension, adjust the eyebolts located at the top
of the blade. Tighten the adjusting nut until the
coils begin to separate. When tension is properly
adjusted, a sheet of paper should pass between
the second and third coils. When the proper
tension is reached, tighten locknut.
5. Blade Finish: If the powder-coated fi nish is
nicked or scratched, repair the surface and paint
with BLIZZARD white or black paint (available in
aerosol or quart cans).
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CAUTION
May 1, 2012