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Fisher Engineering
50 Gordon Drive, Rockland, Maine 04841-2139 • www.fi sherplows.com
XtremeV™ SNOWPLOW
Installation Instructions
Read this document before installing the
snowplow.
See your FISHER
vehicle application recommendations before
installation. The Kit Selection Guide has
specifi c vehicle and snowplow requirements.
A SUBSIDIARY OF DOUGLAS DYNAMICS, L.L.C.
CAUTION
CAUTION
®
outlet/Web site for specifi c
44600-1, 44650-1
44675-1, 44685-1, 44695-1
44775-1, 44785-1, 44795-1
Lit. No. 44227, Rev. 10
June 1, 2008
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- Page 1 XtremeV™ SNOWPLOW Installation Instructions CAUTION Read this document before installing the snowplow. CAUTION See your FISHER ® outlet/Web site for specifi c vehicle application recommendations before installation. The Kit Selection Guide has specifi c vehicle and snowplow requirements. A SUBSIDIARY OF DOUGLAS DYNAMICS, L.L.C.
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Page 2: Safety Definitions
44600-1, 44650-1, 44675-1, 44685-1, 44695-1, 44775-1, 44785-1, 44795-1 SAFETY DEFINITIONS WARNING/CAUTION AND INSTRUCTION LABELS WARNING Become familiar with and inform users about Indicates a potentially hazardous situation the warning labels on the back of the blade and the that, if not avoided, could result in death or instruction label on the headgear. -
Page 3: Safety Precautions
Do not stand between the vehicle and the blade or within 8 feet of a moving blade. A moving or FUSES falling blade could cause personal injury. The FISHER ® electrical and hydraulic systems contain several blade-style automotive fuses. If a problem... -
Page 4: Personal Safety
44600-1, 44650-1, 44675-1, 44685-1, 44695-1, 44775-1, 44785-1, 44795-1 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 5 44600-1, 44650-1, 44675-1, 44685-1, 44695-1, 44775-1, 44785-1, 44795-1 BLADE, T-FRAME AND HEADGEAR 3. Cut the tie holding the angle rams to the T-frame. Remove the protective caps on the angle rams. Swing the T-frame to one side so that the holes 1.
- Page 6 44600-1, 44650-1, 44675-1, 44685-1, 44695-1, 44775-1, 44785-1, 44795-1 5. Stand the blade and T-frame upright and support 8. Place U-bolt on extension spring. Place 3/8" nut in a level position using block under the main on each side of U-bolt. Place U-bolt through T-frame tube.
- Page 7 44600-1, 44650-1, 44675-1, 44685-1, 44695-1, 44775-1, 44785-1, 44795-1 10. Remove support block from under T-frame and 13. Place the headgear assembly on top of the lower T-frame to the ground, again placing it on T-frame assembly so the headgear is tipped the carton sleeve.
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Page 8: Hydraulic Fittings
44600-1, 44650-1, 44675-1, 44685-1, 44695-1, 44775-1, 44785-1, 44795-1 HYDRAULIC FITTINGS Do not use thread sealant/tape on hoses and fi ttings. This could damage the product. Install all fi ttings into 45° Elbow rams and hydraulic unit using the following procedure 90°... -
Page 9: Hydraulic Hoses
44600-1, 44650-1, 44675-1, 44685-1, 44695-1, 44775-1, 44785-1, 44795-1 HYDRAULIC HOSES 2. Wrap angle ram hoses with protective hose wrap as shown. Start wrap on base-end hose so wrap covers diagonal brace. Group hoses away from Do not use thread sealant/tape on hoses and fi ttings. brace and continue wrapping, forming a smooth This could damage product. - Page 10 44600-1, 44650-1, 44675-1, 44685-1, 44695-1, 44775-1, 44785-1, 44795-1 LIFT CHAIN AND CABLE HEADLAMPS 1. Complete installation of lift chain by inserting loose WARNING end of lift chain through stop link on the lift arm. Your vehicle must be equipped with snowplow Fasten to opposite holes in the T-frame brace using headlamps and directional lights.
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Page 11: Fluid Capacity
(vee) position and lift ram fully retracted, fi ll the 5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 for the passenger-side wing. reservoir with FISHER ® EZ Flow Hydraulic 6. Turn control ON and raise and lower snowplow Fluid to –40°F (–40°C), or several times. -
Page 12: Blade Drop Speed Adjustment
44600-1, 44650-1, 44675-1, 44685-1, 44695-1, 44775-1, 44785-1, 44795-1 BLADE DROP SPEED ADJUSTMENT FINAL ADJUSTMENTS 1. With snowplow attached to the properly ballasted WARNING vehicle and blade lowered to ground, the T-frame Keep 8' clear of the blade drop zone when it is should be parallel with the ground. - Page 13 44600-1, 44650-1, 44675-1, 44685-1, 44695-1, 44775-1, 44785-1, 44795-1 4. Adjust the length of the lift chain so the T-frame 6. After adjustment, excess cable should be trimmed hits the T-frame stop when the lift ram is fully off close to the second cable clamp. Cover cut raised (10").
- Page 14 44600-1, 44650-1, 44675-1, 44685-1, 44695-1, 44775-1, 44785-1, 44795-1 VEHICLE LIGHTING CHECK options available, checking the functionality of the snowplow DRLs will depend on the type of module installed on the vehicle. 1. Verify the operation of all vehicle front lighting prior to connecting the snowplow harness.
- Page 15 44600-1, 44650-1, 44675-1, 44685-1, 44695-1, 44775-1, 44785-1, 44795-1 OWNER'S MANUAL PACKET If the completed snowplow will be delivered immediately, the Owner's Manual should be reviewed with and given to the purchaser. If the snowplow is completed prior to delivery to the purchaser, attach the Owner's Manual Packet to the electrical cable of the cab control for safekeeping.
- Page 16 Fisher Engineering or the vehicle manufacturer may require or recommend optional equipment for snow removal. Do not exceed vehicle ratings with a snowplow. Fisher Engineering offers a limited warranty for all snowplows and accessories.