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SNOWPLOW
SNOWPLOW
OWNER'S MANUAL
OWNER'S MANUAL
Original Instructions
Original Instructions
Read this document before operating or servicing snowplow.
This manual supersedes all editions with an earlier date.
CAUTION
November 15, 2020
Lit. No. 72446, Rev. 05

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Paul Bartholomew
January 20, 2025

My Fisher plow is brand new. When I try to attach the HT blade, and put the joy stick in float mode, I still can not raise the headlight bar to activate the pins.

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Mr. Anderson
February 4, 2025

The joystick in float mode does not interfere with the ability to raise the headlight bar to activate the pins on the Fisher Engineering SNOWPLOW. The float mode only affects the blade movement, allowing it to follow the contour of the ground. If the headlight bar cannot be raised, the issue is likely unrelated to the float mode and may involve mechanical or alignment problems with the headlight bar or pins.

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  • Page 1 SNOWPLOW SNOWPLOW OWNER'S MANUAL OWNER'S MANUAL Original Instructions Original Instructions CAUTION Read this document before operating or servicing snowplow. November 15, 2020 Lit. No. 72446, Rev. 05 This manual supersedes all editions with an earlier date.
  • Page 2 SNOWPLOW OWNER DATA SHEET Register your snowplow online at www.fisherplows.com Owner Name: ________________________________________________________________________ Date Purchased: ______________________________________________________________________ Dealer Name: ___________________________________________ Phone: ______________________ Dealer Address: ______________________________________________________________________ Vehicle Model/Year: ___________________________________________________________________ Snowplow Model/Year: _________________________________________________________________ Snowplow Type/Size: ___________________________________________ Weight: ___________ lb/kg Ballast: No ___ Yes ___ Amount ____________lb/kg Insta‑Act...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Pump Motor Specifications ......28 Vehicle Application Information ......15 Cab Controls ........... 30 Ballast Requirements ........16 Accessories and Options .........32 Getting to Know Your Snowplow ......17 Attaching Snowplow to Vehicle ......35 Minute Mount 2 System ........17 ® Operating Your Snowplow ........37 Blades ..............18...
  • Page 4 Installing Hydraulic Fittings and Hoses ..110 Maintenance Videos ........84 Fuse Replacement ......... 111 Preseason Check ..........84 Snowplow Vehicle Battery Best Practices ..112 Postseason Maintenance ........ 85 Vehicle ............113 Aiming Headlamp Beams........ 86 Recycle ............113 Changing Blade‑Edge Illumination Mode ..

  • Page 5: Preface

    PREFACE This manual has been prepared to acquaint When service is necessary, bring your snowplow you with the safety information, operation, and to your local FISHER outlet. They know your maintenance of your new FISHER snowplow. snowplow best and are interested in your ®...

  • Page 6: Safety

    It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices. NOTE: Indicates a situation or action that can lead to damage to your snowplow and vehicle or other property. Other useful information can also be described. Lit. No. 72446, Rev. 05...
  • Page 7 SAFETY Instruction Labels Warning/Caution Label Multiple Pinch Points Label For EZ-V snowplows this ® XLS™ Blades Only label is on the blade. (both sides) Lit. No. 72446, Rev. 05 November 15, 2020...
  • Page 8 SAFETY Serial Number Label ZZZZZ YYMMDDLLXXXXZZZZZ zzzzz YYMMDDLLXXXXZZZZZ Code Definition 2‑Digit Year 2‑Digit Month 2‑Digit Day 2‑Digit Location Code XXXX 4‑Digit Sequential Number ZZZZZZ 5‑ or 6‑Digit Blade Assembly PN Lit. No. 72446, Rev. 05 November 15, 2020...
  • Page 9 Read and understand labels and the Owner's Manual before installing, operating, or CAUTION making adjustments. Read Owner's Manual before operating or servicing snowplow. WARNING Lower the blade when the vehicle is CAUTION parked. Temperature changes could Transport speed should not exceed change hydraulic pressure, causing the 45 mph (72 km/h).
  • Page 10 Replace any damaged or worn parts immediately. • Wear only snug-fitting clothing while working on your vehicle or snowplow. • If you suspect a hose leak, DO NOT use your hand to locate it. Use a piece of cardboard •...
  • Page 11 SAFETY FIRE AND EXPLOSION VENTILATION WARNING WARNING Gasoline is highly flammable and gasoline Vehicle exhaust contains lethal fumes. vapor is explosive. Never smoke while Breathing these fumes, even in low working on vehicle. Keep all open flames concentrations, can cause death. Never away from gasoline tank and lines.
  • Page 12 SAFETY BATTERY SAFETY NOISE Airborne noise emission during use is below CAUTION 70 dB(A) for the snowplow operator. Batteries normally produce explosive gases, which can cause personal injury. VIBRATION Therefore, do not allow flames, sparks, or lit tobacco to come near the battery. When...

  • Page 13: Vehicle Application Information

    • Weight of front seat occupants can be adjusted Vehicle application recommendations are based above 300 lb, but vehicle with snowplow must on the following: not exceed vehicle GVWR or GAWR. • The vehicle with the snowplow installed must •...

  • Page 14: Ballast Requirements

    FISHER outlet ® (PN 62849). NOTE: The ballast retainer kit is for snowplow vehicles requiring ballast. See your FISHER outlet for the correct amount of ballast required. Include the weight of the retainer as part of the ballast requirement.

  • Page 15: Getting To Know Your Snowplow

    ® other services for your snowplow. Most of the snowplow mount can now be removed easily from the truck when it's not being used for plowing. By removing the headgear, lift arm, and...

  • Page 16: Blades

    The blade is curved to pick up snow and cast it aside smoothly—rolling snow instead of pushing it. This action allows you to move more snow faster, using less power, saving fuel, and reducing wear and tear on the vehicle and snowplow. Lit. No. 72446, Rev. 05 November 15, 2020...

  • Page 17: Hc Series/ Hd2™/Hdx

    4 x 4 trucks and is a fully featured stainless steel Designed for today's snow plowing professional, straight blade. An articulating A‑frame helps your the HD2 snowplow is available in 7'6", 8', 8'6", and blade follow the contours of the road and provides 9' widths and is constructed of heavy‑duty a cleaner scrape while the adjustable attack high‑strength steel.

  • Page 18: Hs Compact Plow/Ht Series™/Sd Series/Xls

    With more options HT Series™ than before, the XLS snowplow now comes in two As truck manufacturers reduce vehicle weight to blade sizes and is offered in both stainless steel increase fuel efficiency, plowers struggle to find a and STORM GUARD™...

  • Page 19: Ez-V ® /Xtremev™/Xv2

    XtremeV™ ® Built from high‑strength, low‑alloy steel, the The XtremeV snowplow features a tapered‑wing 7'6" EZ‑V snowplow is designed to deliver design to provide a multi‑position snowplow with superior strength and allow the performance superior torsional strength. Available in 7'6", and efficiency of a V-plow with the agility 8'6", and 9'6"...

  • Page 20: A-Frame/T-Frame

    The lift ram raises and lowers assuring a solid connection. the blade by moving the lift arm and lift chain. The jack, when lowered, supports the snowplow during and after its removal from the vehicle. Lit. No. 72446, Rev. 05...

  • Page 21: Weights Table

    GETTING TO KNOW YOUR SNOWPLOW Weights: Off-Truck Assembly with Blade Size Blade Assembly Wt (lb) Wt (kg) Size Blade Assembly Wt (lb) Wt (kg) 6'8" HS Compact Plow HC Snowplow 1100 7'2" HS Compact Plow HC Snowplow 1187 7'6" HT Series™ Snowplow (MS) 7'6"...

  • Page 22: Mount Kits

    The mount kit fastens to the vehicle frame. It is engineered to provide the primary connecting points between the snowplow assembly and the vehicle. The weight of the Minute Mount 2 system ®...

  • Page 23: Snowplow Headlamps

    When the electrical plugs are connected, the vehicle headlamps will automatically switch to the INTENSIFIRE™ LED Snowplow snowplow headlamps when they are turned ON. Headlamps with EdgeView™ Technology When the electrical plugs are disconnected, the headlamps will automatically switch to vehicle headlamps when they are turned ON.

  • Page 24: Insta-Act ® Hydraulic Units

    The HT Series™ hydraulic unit has built‑in blade ® scrape lock circuitry to resist the tendency of a snowplow to "float up" while plowing deep snow or The Insta‑Act hydraulic unit delivers fast, uniform stacking snow into piles. This feature is activated speed for lifting and angling.
  • Page 25 The Insta‑Act hydraulic unit's angling gives you ® full control of the snowplow from inside the cab. and angled side to side in approximately 2 seconds. Hydraulic rams hold the blade at a desired angle. In Each wing extends and retracts individually in XtremeV™, XV2™, and XLS™...

  • Page 26: System Capacity

    GETTING TO KNOW YOUR SNOWPLOW System Capacity Pump Motor Specifications EZ-V Snowplows and HS Compact Plows Straight Blades ® 12V DC with +/– Connection • Insta‑Act Unit Reservoir ....1‑3/4 quarts ® 2200–2300 psi Pump Relief Valve • Insta‑Act System Total ....2‑1/8 quarts...
  • Page 27 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR SNOWPLOW XtremeV™ and XV2™ Blades HS Compact Plow Blades 12V DC with +/– Connection 12V DC with +/– Connection 1750 psi Pump Relief Valve 2200–2300 psi Pump Relief Valve 4000 psi Angle Relief 4550–4650 psi Plowing Relief Valve 7'6", 8'6", &...

  • Page 28: Cab Controls

    All controls are protected by a replaceable fuse The snowplow controls allow you to go from a located in the under‑hood snowplow electrical V‑plow or extra wide snowplow, to a scoop, to a system. See "Fuse Replacement" in the standard straight‑blade snowplow, all at the touch Maintenance section of this Owner's Manual.
  • Page 29 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR SNOWPLOW Snowplow Controls with FLEET FLEX System Power Indicator Light (red) ON/OFF Switch (emergency stop) ON/OFF Button (emergency stop) Fish-Stik ® Joystick Control Hand-Held Control Lit. No. 72446, Rev. 05 November 15, 2020...

  • Page 30: Accessories And Options

    ® UHMW Polymer This rigid, curved extension bolts to the top of the snowplow blade and improves visibility and Durable 1"‑thick cutting edges made of lightweight plowing efficiency by deflecting light snow away polymer absorb much of the shock and vibration from the windshield.
  • Page 31 ® Accessory wings increase the carrying capacity Improve the performance of your hydraulic of your snowplow. Available for the HD2™ and systems, especially in extremely cold weather, HDX™ straight blades and the XtremeV™ (except with FISHER EZ Flow hydraulic fluid. Special 7'6") and XV2™...
  • Page 32 This tool box contains necessary service parts They also add to the vehicle's off-season to make on‑the‑spot repairs to your snowplow. appearance. There's also a quart of FISHER EZ Flow hydraulic fluid and a knit cap to keep your ears warm while ProTube™...

  • Page 33: Attaching Snowplow To Vehicle

    ATTACHING SNOWPLOW TO VEHICLE ATTACHING SNOWPLOW NOTE: The blade must be in the straight position when attaching or detaching the snowplow. WARNING NOTE: Use dielectric grease to prevent Keep 8' clear of the blade when it is being corrosion on all connections.
  • Page 34 Plug in the pushplates. If unable to push headgear from electrical harness. Turn snowplow control in in front of blade, stand in front of headgear on vehicle ON and activate the FLOAT mode.
  • Page 35 ATTACHING SNOWPLOW TO VEHICLE 5. HS Compact Plow: While holding stand lock Headgear pin out, use stand handle to raise the stand. Jack Release the stand lock pin into locking hole (fully raised) and verify that stand is secure. Stop here;...
  • Page 36 ATTACHING SNOWPLOW TO VEHICLE Attach HS Compact Plow Blade Stand Handle Stand Stand Lock Pin Receiver Notch Connecting Pin Receiver Connecting Blade Rear Locking Headgear Receiver Hole Slot Stand Connecting Pin Hole Lit. No. 72446, Rev. 05 November 15, 2020...
  • Page 37 ATTACHING SNOWPLOW TO VEHICLE Attach HT Series™ Blade Headlamp Bracket Release Handle (raised) Attachment Jack (raised) Pin Release Jack Lock Handle Pushplate Connecting Pin Jack Lock Jack (lowered) Lit. No. 72446, Rev. 05 November 15, 2020...

  • Page 38: Operating Your Snowplow

    OFF whenever ignition switch are both ON and the electrical the snowplow is not in use. The power connections to the snowplow are completed. indicator light will turn OFF.
  • Page 39 The four diamond‑shaped buttons in the center of for more information. the control face, when pressed, will result in the blade movements described in the table. For the timeouts for each function by snowplow model, see the Appendix. Lit. No. 72446, Rev. 05 November 15, 2020...
  • Page 40 OPERATING YOUR SNOWPLOW SCOOP/RETRACT Blade and WING Positions Function Description of Operation XtremeV, XV2, EZ-V , and XLS Blades ® Straight blades: Press the L button to angle the blade to the left. All others: With wings in a straight line,...
  • Page 41 OPERATING YOUR SNOWPLOW SECURITY GUARD™ System (1, 2, 3, 4) Function Description of Operation Press this button to extend both wings SCOOP The four round buttons located to the left and forward into the scoop position. right of the LOWER and RAISE buttons will...

  • Page 42: Joystick Control

    Light (red) WARNING To prevent accidental movement of the blade, always move the ON/OFF switch to ON/OFF FLOAT OFF whenever the snowplow is not in use. RAISE The power indicator light will turn OFF. SCOOP RETRACT ON/OFF Switch (emergency stop) 1.
  • Page 43 From the center position, the control lever can be back into the desired function. moved in one of eight directions to control various movements of the snowplow blade. To change For snowplow-specific function timeouts, see the from one movement of the blade to another, the Timeout Table in the Appendix.
  • Page 44 OPERATING YOUR SNOWPLOW Control Functions Function Description of Operation Move the control lever toward the top of the RAISE, LOWER, FLOAT, Angle RAISE control body to raise the blade and cancel the FLOAT mode. Move the control lever toward the bottom of the control body to lower the blade.
  • Page 45 OPERATING YOUR SNOWPLOW SCOOP/RETRACT Blade and WING Positions Function Description of Operation XtremeV, XV2, EZ-V, and XLS™ Blades Straight blades: Move the control lever straight to the left to angle the blade left. Moving the control lever from the center position...
  • Page 46 OPERATING YOUR SNOWPLOW SECURITY GUARD™ System (1, 2, 3, 4) Function Description of Operation Move the control lever toward the left side Moving the control lever from the center of LOWER on the control face to move the position toward any of the four digits on the left wing.

  • Page 47: Fleet Flex Electrical System

    These features are offered to Your Minute Mount 2 system snowplow comes ® give you the ability to secure your snowplow and standard with user‑controlled programmable customize your plowing experience. features. These include: • SECURITY GUARD™ anti‑theft system •...

  • Page 48: Security Guard™ System

    2. Verify that the control power indicator is OFF. If the power indicator light is red, the control is NOTE: The snowplow must be attached to ON. Move the ON/OFF switch to "OFF" or push the vehicle, and all the electrical connections the ON/OFF button to turn the control OFF.
  • Page 49 4-digit code than the one established for SECURITY GUARD™ system. that snowplow, you will be required to manually enter the correct 4‑digit security code to unlock NOTE: If the control is turned ON prior to the snowplow.
  • Page 50 NOTE: To enter a new 4-digit security code "ACCESSORY" position. see "Activation & Establishing a 4-Digit Security Code." 2. If the snowplow is locked (the control power indicator light will be flashing rapidly), unlock the snowplow by following the Manual Unlock Procedure.
  • Page 51 PN 49700 & 49900 and hand‑held controls PN 29800 & 49800. • In the event that a snowplow is locked and cannot be manually unlocked or reset, contact your authorized dealer. • REMINDER: Record your security code for future reference.

  • Page 52: Smooth Stop/Soft Stop

    OPERATING YOUR SNOWPLOW Smooth Stop/Soft Stop Enable/Disable Procedure 1. Turn the vehicle ignition switch to the "ON" or The smooth stop, or soft stop, feature allows the "ACCESSORY" position. (It is not necessary blade to coast to a stop when the button/lever to start the vehicle.)

  • Page 53: One-Touch Float

    OPERATING YOUR SNOWPLOW One-Touch FLOAT 2. Verify that the control power indicator is OFF. If the power indicator light is red, the control One‑touch FLOAT immediately activates the is ON. Move the ON/OFF switch to "OFF" or FLOAT mode and releases the blade to the...

  • Page 54: V-Plow Blade Positions

    OPERATING YOUR SNOWPLOW V-PLOW BLADE POSITIONS Straight Blade NOTE: For best road clearance during Move both wings to form a straight blade for wide transport, place the blade halfway between path plowing or "stacking" snow. the straight and retracted (vee) positions.
  • Page 55 OPERATING YOUR SNOWPLOW Angled Blade Retracted (Vee) Blade Move one wing "OUT" and the other wing "IN" to Move both wings "IN" toward the vehicle for initial form an angled blade in either direction for general break‑through plowing and plowing paths or plowing and widening.
  • Page 56 OPERATING YOUR SNOWPLOW Scoop Blade Dogleg Blade Move both wings "OUT" away from the vehicle Move one wing to straight blade position and the to form a scoop to "carry" snow with minimum other "OUT" to scoop blade position for clean up spilloff.

  • Page 57: Xls Blade Positions

    OPERATING YOUR SNOWPLOW XLS™ BLADE POSITIONS Scoop Blade The XLS snowplow can be used in four basic Move both wings "OUT" and ahead of the vehicle plowing positions. to form a scoop to "carry" snow with minimum spilloff. Retracted Blade Move both wings "IN"...
  • Page 58 OPERATING YOUR SNOWPLOW Dogleg Blade Extended Blade Move one wing to extended blade position and the Move both wings "OUT" straight for an extra‑wide other "OUT" to scoop blade position for clean up blade for clearing large areas. of windrows.

  • Page 59: Snowplow Headlamp Check

    Lights Results the Maintenance section for instructions. Both vehicle and snowplow Parking Lamps • Aim the vehicle headlamps with the snowplow lamps should be ON. removed from the vehicle. Both vehicle and snowplow Right Turn Signal lamps should be ON.

  • Page 60: Anti-Wear Shoe Adjustment

    OPERATING YOUR SNOWPLOW ANTI-WEAR SHOE ADJUSTMENT Adjustment Procedure WARNING Blade can drop unexpectedly. Place blade on jack stands. Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury. Shoe Holder CAUTION Do not store unused spacers on top of the Spacers shoe holder.
  • Page 61 OPERATING YOUR SNOWPLOW 4. Remove one or more spacers from the shoe WARNING stem and reinstall the shoe into the shoe Blade can drop unexpectedly. Place blade holder. on jack stands. Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury.

  • Page 62: Hydraulic System

    OPERATING YOUR SNOWPLOW HYDRAULIC SYSTEM For hydraulic fluid type and filling instructions, see "Annual Fluid Change" under "Hydraulic System" in the Maintenance section of this manual. The Insta‑Act hydraulic unit's valve manifold ® includes relief valves to prevent damage to the blade or vehicle if an obstacle is hit at either end of the blade.
  • Page 63 This feature resists the tendency of a snowplow to "float up" when large amounts of snow build up in front of the blade while plowing deep snow or stacking snow into piles. The scrape lock feature is factory set.

  • Page 64: Blade Drop Speed Adjustment

    OPERATING YOUR SNOWPLOW BLADE DROP SPEED ADJUSTMENT The quill in the valve manifold adjusts the blade drop speed. WARNING NOTE: For HS Compact Plows: The blade Keep 8' clear of the blade when it is being will not drop when quill is fully tightened raised, lowered, or angled.
  • Page 65 OPERATING YOUR SNOWPLOW 1. Lower the blade to the ground before making to increase drop speed. the adjustment. 4. Stand 8 feet clear of the blade when checking 2. Remove the hydraulic unit cover. adjustment. XtremeV™, XV2™, and XLS™ hydraulic units: 5.

  • Page 66: Scrape Lock Adjustment

    HT Series™ Snowplows: Follow the instructions below to increase the pressure setting of the blade's scrape lock feature. The snowplow must be attached to the vehicle and the snowplow battery cable and lighting harness must be connected before beginning this procedure.
  • Page 67 OPERATING YOUR SNOWPLOW 6. Retighten the breather/fill plug. CAUTION Never operate the unit while adjusting the Reconnect the snowplow battery cable to the scrape lock valve. Doing so will damage vehicle battery cable. the scrape lock valve O-rings. 8. Turn the vehicle ignition to the "ON" or 10.
  • Page 68 OFF. Turn the vehicle ignition to the "OFF" position. 16. Reconnect the lift ram base hose and tighten securely. 13. Disconnect the snowplow battery cable from the vehicle battery cable. 17. Check the hydraulic fluid level and add if necessary.

  • Page 69: Angle Ram Adjustment - Ez-V V-Plow

    This feature provides a means for making an adjustment in available ground clearance for when the snowplow is fully raised and in full angled or retracted (vee) positions.

  • Page 70: Transporting Snowplow

    45 mph (72 km/h). Further reduce speed driving conditions, but occasionally the under adverse travel conditions. snowplow may be positioned where it deflects air away from the radiator. If this occurs, stop the vehicle and raise, lower, or angle the NOTE: For V-plows, use care when driving or snowplow slightly to correct overheating.

  • Page 71: Driving And Plowing On Snow And Ice

    OPERATING YOUR SNOWPLOW DRIVING AND PLOWING ON SNOW Here are some tips for driving in these conditions: AND ICE • Drive defensively. WARNING • Do not drink, then drive or plow snow. Drinking and then driving or plowing is • Plow or drive only when you have good very dangerous.

  • Page 72: Plowing Snow

    OPERATING YOUR SNOWPLOW PLOWING SNOW CAUTION Never stack snow with the blade angled. WARNING This could damage the snowplow or the vehicle bumper. Never plow snow with head out the vehicle window. Sudden stops or protruding objects could cause personal injury.

  • Page 73: General Instructions

    OPERATING YOUR SNOWPLOW General Instructions Hard-Packed Snow 1. Before plowing, make sure that you know of 1. On blades equipped with shoes, raise the any obstructions hidden beneath the snow, anti‑wear shoes so that the cutting edge such as bumper stops in parking lots, curbs, comes into direct contact with the pavement.

  • Page 74: Clearing Driveways

    OPERATING YOUR SNOWPLOW Clearing Driveways 2. Bite into the edges using only a partial blade width until the job is cut down to size for full blade plowing. 1. Head into the driveway with the blade angled and plow the snow away from any buildings.

  • Page 75: Clearing Parking Lots

    VEHICLE 4. If snow is too deep to clear in the above manner, clear main traffic lanes as much as Do not use any snowplow components as an possible. attachment point when retrieving, towing, or winching a disabled or stuck vehicle.

  • Page 76: Detaching Snowplow From Vehicle And Storage

    DETACHING SNOWPLOW FROM VEHICLE & STORAGE DETACHING SNOWPLOW NOTE: The blade must be in the straight position when attaching or detaching the snowplow. WARNING During the off-season, the control can be removed. Keep 8' clear of the blade when it is being Disconnect the connector in the cab and store the raised, lowered, or angled.
  • Page 77 DETACHING SNOWPLOW FROM VEHICLE & STORAGE 3. HT Series™ Blades: Pull and hold jack lock Headgear out. Lower jack until it contacts the ground. Jack Release jack lock. Verify that jack is locked (fully raised) by trying to lift jack. Repeat on opposite side.
  • Page 78 DETACHING SNOWPLOW FROM VEHICLE & STORAGE Detach HT Series™ Blade NOTE: Place electrical plugs in storage position. The driver-side and center plug on 3-plug electrical systems are joined for storage. The passenger-side and 2-plug Headlamp Bracket systems are equipped with plug covers.
  • Page 79 DETACHING SNOWPLOW FROM VEHICLE & STORAGE Detach HS Compact Plow Stand Handle Stand Stand Lock Pin Receiver Notch Receiver Connecting Connecting Pin Blade Rear Locking Headgear Receiver Hole Slot Stand Connecting Pin Hole Lit. No. 72446, Rev. 05 November 15, 2020...
  • Page 80 Other Blades: Stand in front of blade. While from the snowplow. Place the electrical plugs pushing headgear toward vehicle with left in the storage boot on the snowplow. The hand, push pin release handle down to receivers can be detached from the vehicle, disengage connecting pins.
  • Page 81 DETACHING SNOWPLOW FROM VEHICLE & STORAGE STORAGE Your snowplow is designed to be moved into a storage location using your vehicle and plow attaching system. For easier attaching of the snowplow, store it on a hard, level surface. Lit. No. 72446, Rev. 05...

  • Page 82: Maintenance

    • Check all mounting points and tighten drop unexpectedly or damaging hydraulic fasteners, on both snowplow and vehicle. components. Failure to do this could Verify that all cotter pins are in place. result in serious personal injury.

  • Page 83: Postseason Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE POSTSEASON MAINTENANCE • Install auxiliary and flashing lights for compliance and visibility in accordance with local regulations. CAUTION Servicing the trip springs without special • Check headlamps, auxiliary lights, heater, and tools and knowledge could result in windshield wipers for proper operation. personal injury.

  • Page 84: Aiming Headlamp Beams

    Check functioning of any automatic The vehicle should be equipped for normal vehicle leveling systems and specific operation. The snowplow blade should be in place manufacturer's instructions pertaining to and in raised position. vehicle preparation for headlamp aiming.
  • Page 85 2. Mark (or tape) the vertical centerline of 3. Align the top edge of the high‑intensity zone the snowplow headlamps and the vertical of the snowplow lower beam below the centerline of the vehicle on the screen. Mark horizontal centerline and the left edge of the the horizontal centerline of the snowplow high‑intensity zone on the vertical centerline...

  • Page 86: Changing Blade-Edge Illumination Mode

    MAINTENANCE CHANGING BLADE-EDGE Remove the jumper fuse from the fuse holder and re‑insert it in the desired mode position as shown ILLUMINATION MODE below. Replace the fuse holder cover. On snowplows equipped with Jumper INTENSIFIRE™ LED headlamps, the Fuse EdgeView™ technology feature offers three Default –...

  • Page 87: Maintenance And Adjustment

    Not doing so will make operation of the mount difficult and possibly damage components. Your FISHER snowplow is designed for rugged, ® dependable service. However, like the vehicle on which it is mounted, it needs regular care and maintenance.

  • Page 88: Hdx™ Adjustable Attack Angle

    Remove 3/4" fasteners. The HDX blade can be adjusted to three attack angles: 55°, 65°, and 75°. The snowplow does not need to be attached to the vehicle to perform this adjustment. Loosen 1" locknuts. DO NOT REMOVE Lit. No. 72446, Rev. 05...
  • Page 89 MAINTENANCE 2. Align the desired attack angle holes in the 3. Reinstall the upper quadrant fasteners on both quadrant and blade as shown. sides of the quadrant as shown. 65° 55° & 75° 55° 3/4" Cap 65° Screw 3/4" Locknut 75°...
  • Page 90 MAINTENANCE 4. Torque upper and lower fasteners as shown: CAUTION Servicing the trip springs without special Torque 3/4" fasteners tools and knowledge could result in to 269 ft-lb. personal injury. See your authorized outlet for service. 5. If the attack angle has been changed to or from 55°, the lower mounting position of the springs must be changed as shown.

  • Page 91: Accessories Adjustment

    MAINTENANCE Accessories Adjustment 6. A special spring removal tool (PN 20043 ‑1) must be used to safely make this adjustment. NEVER ATTEMPT SPRING REMOVAL The blade guides must be adjusted to WITHOUT THE SPECIAL TOOL. Follow the match the attack angle. Remove the instructions in the spring tool kit for proper bottom nut and washer, and reposition tool usage.

  • Page 92: Leveling The Hdx Or Hd2™ A-Frame

    A‑frame. Measure the distance from the center of the connecting pin hole to the ground. Center of Connecting Pin Hole Middle Bottom Measure HD2 Snowplow this distance. Mount Height (in) A-Frame Hole 15.85–17.35 14.35–15.85 Middle 12.85–14.35 Bottom Lit.

  • Page 93: Greasing The Hdx Pivot Beam

    2. Grease the pivot beam at the beginning of the snowplow season. Reapply as needed during the season and before putting the snowplow in storage. Lit. No. 72446, Rev. 05 November 15, 2020...

  • Page 94: Cutting Edge Wear & Leveling Adjustment

    4. Select the hole in the rear of the T‑frame that is best aligned with the rear hole in the push 1. The snowplow must be installed in the correct assembly and reinstall the rear fasteners. configuration on a properly ballasted vehicle.

  • Page 95: Greasing Pivot Pin Hinge

    1" of the carriage bolts. Grease the hinge at the beginning of the snowplow season. Reapply as needed during the season and before putting the snowplow in storage. Lit. No. 72446, Rev. 05 November 15, 2020...

  • Page 96: Hydraulic System

    MAINTENANCE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM 2. For straight blades, any angle will do, but for XtremeV, XV2, EZ‑V, and XLS blades, move the blade wings to the fully retracted (vee) Fluid Level position. CAUTION 3. Activate the control FLOAT function and manually collapse the lift ram all the way. Do not mix different kinds of hydraulic fluid.
  • Page 97 MAINTENANCE 6. HT Series™ Blades: Fill the reservoir to XtremeV™, EZ-V , XV2™, XLS™, and other ® Straight Blades: Fill the reservoir to the top within 2-1/2" from the top of the fill hole and replace the fill plug. of the fill hole and replace the fill plug. HS Compact Plows: Check the fluid level in For fluid recommendations see "Annual Fluid the reservoir.

  • Page 98: Annual Fluid Change

    4. Remove the drain plug in the bottom of the hydraulic reservoir for straight blades, or the Perform this operation with the snowplow drain cap located on the fitting side of the attached to the truck on a hard level surface.
  • Page 99 MAINTENANCE 6. Carefully note hose routings and the positions 9. Reconnect the angle ram hoses to the proper of any protective hose wraps for proper fittings. Reinstall all protective hose wraps in their original positions. (See the following reassembly. illustrations and the "Hose or Fitting Replacement"...

  • Page 100: Hose Routing

    MAINTENANCE Hose Routing – HD2™ and HDX™ Straight Blades Hose Routing – HC Series Straight Blades Hose Wrap Lift Angle Hose Hose Angle Lift Hose Hose Angle Hose Angle Hose Hose Hose Wrap Wrap Lit. No. 72446, Rev. 05 November 15, 2020...
  • Page 101 MAINTENANCE Hose Routing – HT Series™ Straight Blades To Lift Ram Base To PS To Lift Angle Ram Ram Rod To DS Angle Ram Hose Routing Hose Routing SD Series Straight Blades EZ-V Blades ® PS Ram Rod End Angle Lift Hose Hose...
  • Page 102 MAINTENANCE Hose Routing – XtremeV™ and XV2™ Blades Hose Routing – XLS™ Blades To DS Wing Base (outside) To Lift Ram From Lift Ram To DS Wing Rod (inside) From DS Rod (front) To DS Angle Ram From DS To PS Angle Ram Base (rear) To PS Wing Base (outside)

  • Page 103: Air Removal

    ® the blade, always turn the control OFF to –40°F (–40°C), or other fluid conforming to whenever the snowplow is not in use. The Military Specification MIL-H-5606 A, such as power indicator light will turn OFF. Mobil Aero HFA or Shell AeroShell Fluid 4.
  • Page 104 OFF replace the fill plug. whenever the snowplow is not in use. The power indicator light will turn OFF. c. Turn the control ON and raise and lower the snowplow several times.
  • Page 105 FLOAT function and manually the blade, always turn the control OFF collapse the lift ram all the way after each whenever the snowplow is not in use. The lowering of the blade. With all rams fully power indicator light will turn OFF.
  • Page 106 NOTE: Loosen fill plug slowly to relieve any To prevent accidental movement of the pressure in the reservoir. blade, always turn the control OFF whenever the snowplow is not in use. The power indicator light will turn OFF. Lit. No. 72446, Rev. 05 November 15, 2020...

  • Page 107: Hose Or Fitting Replacement

    MAINTENANCE Hose or Fitting Replacement 1. Lower the snowplow completely and turn the control OFF. WARNING NOTE: Loosen fill plug slowly to relieve any pressure in the reservoir. Lower the blade when the vehicle is parked. Keep 8' clear of the blade.

  • Page 108: Installing Hydraulic Fittings And Hoses

    MAINTENANCE Installing Hydraulic Fittings and Hoses 5. Using two wrenches, hold the fitting body in position and tighten the jam nut until the washer again contacts the port face, then NOTE: Overtightening JIC hose fitting ends tighten an additional 1/8 to 1/4 turn to lock the will result in a fractured fitting.

  • Page 109: Fuse Replacement

    The snowplow park/turn lights and control power is covered by fuses in The straight blade and HT Series™ hydraulic the under‑hood snowplow wiring. The control fuse unit harness systems each contain two 4A is "hot" when the vehicle ignition switch is ON automotive‑style fuses in the 3‑solenoid harness...

  • Page 110: Snowplow Vehicle Battery Best Practices

    MAINTENANCE SNOWPLOW VEHICLE BATTERY • Avoid leaving the snowplow vehicle parked (unused) for three weeks or longer. BEST PRACTICES • Parking a vehicle with the battery in a • Keep all battery connections tight and clean. discharged state can result in permanent Poor connections cause higher power battery damage.

  • Page 111: Vehicle

    ® • Automotive‑style fuses (See previous page for RECYCLE correct fuse ratings for your snowplow.) When your snowplow has performed its useful life, • Funnel the majority of its components can be recycled • 12V DC test light as steel or aluminum. Hydraulic fluid shall be •...

  • Page 112: Troubleshooting

    If you have followed all of the guidelines in the Maintenance section of this manual and cannot resolve issues with the operation of your FISHER snowplow, contact one of our authorized ® outlets for repair information, or visit us online at www.fisherplows.com. Our website has a...

  • Page 113: Appendix

    APPENDIX Fish-Stik HAND-HELD CONTROL & JOYSTICK CONTROL – Timeout Table ® Snowplow Timeouts: Time (sec) L (Angle R (Angle L WING L WING R WING R WING Model RAISE Left) Right) SCOOP RETRACT (OUT) (IN) (OUT) (IN) Fish-Stik Hand-Held Control ®...
  • Page 114 Fisher Engineering or the vehicle manufacturer may require or recommend optional equipment for snow removal. Do not exceed vehicle ratings with a snowplow. This product is manufactured under the following US patents: 6,944,978; 7,400,058; 7,430,821; 7,681,334; 7,737,576; 7,797,859; 9,200,418;...

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