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UNDERCARRIAGE KIT
Dodge Ram W1500
Read this document before installing the
snowplow.
See your BLIZZARD
specific vehicle application recommendations
before installation. The Undercarriage
Selection Guide has specific vehicle and
snowplow requirements.
33980
Installation Instructions
CAUTION
CAUTION
®
outlet/Web site for
A DIVISION OF DOUGLAS DYNAMICS, L.L.C.
May 15, 2008
Lit. No. 40388, Rev. 00
1994 - 2001
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- Page 1 Installation Instructions CAUTION Read this document before installing the snowplow. CAUTION ® See your BLIZZARD outlet/Web site for specific vehicle application recommendations before installation. The Undercarriage Selection Guide has specific vehicle and snowplow requirements. A DIVISION OF DOUGLAS DYNAMICS, L.L.C.
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Page 2: Safety Definitions
SAFETY SAFETY DEFINITIONS WARNING/CAUTION & INSTRUCTION LABELS Become familiar with and inform users about the WARNING warning and instruction labels on the back of the blade. Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in death or serious personal injury. -
Page 3: Safety Precautions
SAFETY SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CAUTION Refer to the Undercarriage Selection Guide for Improper installation and operation could cause minimum vehicle recommendations and personal injury, and/or equipment and property ballast requirements. damage. Read and understand labels and the Owner's Manual before installing, operating or making adjustments. -
Page 4: Fire And Explosion
SAFETY FIRE AND EXPLOSION VENTILATION WARNING WARNING Gasoline is highly flammable and gasoline Vehicle exhaust contains lethal fumes. vapor is explosive. Never smoke while working Breathing these fumes, even in low on vehicle. Keep all open flames away from concentrations, can cause death. Never gasoline tank and lines. -
Page 5: Torque Specifications
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS TORQUE CHART CAUTION Read instructions before assembling. Fasteners should be finger 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 Identification for J429–Grade 5 Bolt Grade Identification for J429–Grade 8 Bolt SAE J429 Grade 5 Torque Values SAE J429 Grade 8 Torque Values... -
Page 6: Installation Instructions
UNDERCARRIAGE INSTALLATION INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS NOTE: For easier assembly and installation, vehicle and all snowplow components should be on a smooth, level, hard surface, such as concrete. 1/2" x 1-1/4" Cap Screw with Handle 1. Remove the frame brackets from the sway bar and discard the fasteners. - Page 7 UNDERCARRIAGE INSTALLATION 5. Install a 7/16" x 1-1/4" cap screw with flat washer 6. Repeat steps 2, 3, 4 and 5 for the passenger-side through slot in mount and frame cross member. mount. Insert a 1/2" x 1-1/4" cap screw with Place a 7/16"...
- Page 8 MOUNT ADAPTER INSTALLATION MOUNT ADAPTER MEASUREMENT MOUNT ADAPTER INSTALLATION If adapter plates are required, install as follows: With vehicle on level ground, measure from ground to center of the hole on U-bracket sideplate on mount. 1. Position the adapter plate against the driver’s side portion of the mount adapter as shown.
- Page 9 Lit. No. 40388, Rev. 00 May 15, 2008...
- Page 10 Blizzard or the vehicle manufacturer may require or recommend optional equipment for snow removal. Do not exceed vehicle ratings with a snowplow. Blizzard offers a limited warranty for all snowplows and accessories. See separately ®...
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