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Plow Operator's Guide - Basic
Guide to Plowing
Every plowing situation has the potential for personal injury. In order to minimize that risk, it
is important that you read this Basic Guide carefully, familiarize yourself with the operation of
your plow before having to use it, and be constantly safety oriented. In this Guide, we will set
forth many of the basic rules of safe plow operation. However, because every plowing
situation is different, your constant good judgment and consistent focus on safety are of
great importance.

TABLE OF CONTENTS:

General safety precautions ............................................................................... 2-5
Plow Basics ...................................................................................................... 6-9
How the Plow Works ..................................................................................... 10-11
Plow Accessories & Enhancements ................................................................. 12
Before you Plow ............................................................................................ 13-16
Plowing ......................................................................................................... 17-18
Maintenance/Storage ......................................................................................... 19
Final Comment .................................................................................................. 19
WARN INDUSTRIES OFF-ROAD PRODUCTS
Customer Service: 1-800-543-WARN (9276)
WARN INDUSTRIES * BASIC GUIDE TO PLOWING
1
12900 S.E. Capps Road
Clackamas, OR 97015-8903 USA
Fax: 1-503-722-3000
www.warn.com

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Before you Plow .................... 13-16 Plowing ......................17-18 Maintenance/Storage ..................19 Final Comment ....................19 WARN INDUSTRIES OFF-ROAD PRODUCTS 12900 S.E. Capps Road Clackamas, OR 97015-8903 USA Customer Service: 1-800-543-WARN (9276) Fax: 1-503-722-3000 www.warn.com WARN INDUSTRIES * BASIC GUIDE TO PLOWING...
  • Page 2: General Safety Precautions

    • Never operate winch with less than 5 wraps of rope around the drum. Rope could come loose from the drum, as the rope attachment to the drum is not designed to hold a load. WARN INDUSTRIES * BASIC GUIDE TO PLOWING...
  • Page 3 • Always replace all worn or damaged parts before roller-fairlead causing personal injury. Leave the operating. winch hook on and always follow safe winching • Never operate this WARN product with damaged techniques as described in the Winching Guide or missing parts. included with your winch.
  • Page 4 • Never leave remote control where it can be damage the rope. activated during freespooling, rigging, or when the winch is not being used. • Always require operator and bystanders to be aware of vehicle and or load. WARN INDUSTRIES * BASIC GUIDE TO PLOWING...
  • Page 5 • Always wear heavy leather gloves when handling a rope. • Never let rope slip through your hands. • Always be aware of possible hot surface at winch motor, drum or rope during or after winch use. WARN INDUSTRIES * BASIC GUIDE TO PLOWING...
  • Page 6: Plow Basics

    WARNING WARNING WARNING WARNING WARNING The WARN ProVantage plow system is divided into four separate Always perform kits. This allows the user to build a plow system per his/her liking regular inspections and maintenance and for the specific vehicle they own. A user must have one of each...
  • Page 7 PLOW BASICS Before You Begin: UTION UTION To start, you should familiarize yourself with your WARN CAUTION UTION UTION Never operate or ProVantage plow and each of its components: install a winch without reading or understanding the operator’s manuals. Always read and...
  • Page 8 This lever is spring loaded so it will automatically engage when the base assembly slots align. WARN INDUSTRIES * BASIC GUIDE TO PLOWING...
  • Page 9 Winching Guide included with your winch. WARN INDUSTRIES * BASIC GUIDE TO PLOWING...
  • Page 10: How The Plow Works

    If the material is too deep or the actuator for a plow vehicle has no traction, the plow lifting device. WARN INDUSTRIES * BASIC GUIDE TO PLOWING...
  • Page 11 Never stop the device when fully extended exceed 5 mph (8 or retracted. km/h), even with blade up. Use low range if vehicle is Plow lift equipped. WARN INDUSTRIES * BASIC GUIDE TO PLOWING...
  • Page 12: Plow Accessories & Enhancements

    Plow lift is another method for lifting the plow. This device is specifically designed to lift the plow blade and does not use a rope. WARN INDUSTRIES * BASIC GUIDE TO PLOWING...
  • Page 13: Before You Plow

    Frayed, kinked or damaged rope must be replaced immediately. Damaged components must be replaced before operation. Protect parts from damage. WARN INDUSTRIES * BASIC GUIDE TO PLOWING...
  • Page 14 Secure each bracket with a M10 carriage bolt and lock nut. Torque all M10 nuts to 42 N- m (31 ft-lbs). Secure each bracket with M10 carriage bolt and lock nut. WARN INDUSTRIES * BASIC GUIDE TO PLOWING...
  • Page 15 Remove the bolt and allow the spring tension to go to zero. Repeat on the other side. WARN INDUSTRIES * BASIC GUIDE TO PLOWING...
  • Page 16 Always operate the vehicle at a low speed with the blade installed. Never exceed 5 mph (8 km/h), even with blade up. Use low range if vehicle is equipped. WARN INDUSTRIES * BASIC GUIDE TO PLOWING...
  • Page 17: Plowing

    When using another type of job done. lifting device, carefully review and √ √ √ √ √ Never plow side hills follow the instructions included with steeper than 10 degrees. that device. WARN INDUSTRIES * BASIC GUIDE TO PLOWING...
  • Page 18 Be sure bystanders are plow. Inspect and maintain your operating or aware of your activities and that adjusting plow. equipment so that it is ready for they stay clear. your next use. Plowing Pattern WARN INDUSTRIES * BASIC GUIDE TO PLOWING...
  • Page 19: Maintenance/Storage

    The base retaining plate may need to be removed for cleaning and thorough lubrication if the pivot assembly does not turn smoothly. WARN INDUSTRIES * BASIC GUIDE TO PLOWING...