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Operation & Maintenance Manual
HD Models 15,000 - 30,000 lb.
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AlphaPusher
D i s c o n t i n u e d
2023 Rev 3

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  • Page 1 Operation & Maintenance Manual AlphaPusher ™ D i s c o n t i n u e d HD Models 15,000 - 30,000 lb. REMEMBER: Register your product! No claims for warranty shall be considered unless your product registration card is completed online within 30 days of purchase. Go to: snowwolfplows.com/registration.
  • Page 2 SNOWWOLF. SNOWWOLF'S liability for any defect with respect to accepted goods shall be limited to repairing the goods at a SNOWWOLF designated location or at an authorized dealer location, or replacing them as SNOWWOLF shall elect.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

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  • Page 5: Introduction

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  • Page 7: Owner Information

    Date of Purchase: local, state, and federal codes, regulations and / or laws. Follow all on-product labeling and Always use the serial number of the AlphaPusher instructions. when requesting service information or when Make sure that all personnel have read this ordering parts.
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  • Page 9: Safety

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  • Page 11: Safety Information

    It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices. The signal word IMPORTANT identifies procedures which must be followed to avoid damage to the machine. AlphaPusher Operation and Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 12: Importance Of Safety

    • Keep shields and guards in place. Replace if • The AlphaPusher attachment is intended for damaged. use in snow removal. Use of this equipment in any other manner is considered to be contrary •...
  • Page 13 Importance of Safety Cont’d Hydraulic Safety • Always disconnect hydraulic connections Fire Prevention Safety between the machine and the AlphaPusher before performing maintenance • All fuels, most lubricants and some coolant AlphaPusher. mixtures are flammable. Flammable fluids that are leaking or spilled onto hot surfaces or onto •...
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  • Page 15: Operation

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  • Page 17: General Information

    Operation General Information Pre-Operation Inspection Before operating the AlphaPusher for the first time and each time thereafter, use the following list as a guideline during equipment inspection. 1. Use only a machine of adequate power and weight to operate the AlphaPusher.
  • Page 18: Attachment Inspection

    Operation Attachment Inspection Monthly Inspection • Inspect the AlphaPusher for cracks, bends, or Daily Inspection excessive wear. • Check wear shoes (if equipped) for wear. NOTE: Inspect the attachment by performing a walk around daily before and after use. •...
  • Page 19: Attachment Installation

    Stop the engine and remove the key. Slowly raise and tilt the machine’s mounting plate • Wait for all moving parts to stop. back until the AlphaPusher is slightly off the SEE MACHINE’S OPERATOR’S MANUAL ground and attachment mounting frame fully FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION.
  • Page 20: Checking Alphapusher Operation

    Failure to secure locking Raise the engine RPM. pins / wedges can allow attachment to come off. Check the controls of the AlphaPusher for proper SEE MACHINE’S OPERATOR’S MANUAL operation. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. Exit the machine. (See “Leaving The Operator’s Engage machine’s locking levers / wedges (See...
  • Page 21: Operating The Attachment

    Start the engine and release the parking brake. Engage the machine’s auxiliary hydraulics. (See the machine’s Operation Manual for correct procedure.) Raise the AlphaPusher slightly off the ground. Set the desired up/down tilt. Regulate the scraping ability of the AlphaPusher by increasing or decreasing the down pressure applied via the tilt cylinders.
  • Page 22: Attachment Removal

    Park the machine and attachment on a flat level hydraulic hoses. surface. Lower the lift arms and put the AlphaPusher flat Enter the machine. (See “Entering The Operator’s on the ground. Position” on page 17.) Stop the engine and engage the parking brake.
  • Page 23: Maintenance

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  • Page 25: Maintenance Safety

    Before working or doing maintenance on this machine, shut off the engine and remove the key. Make sure the machine’s wheels are blocked. • Never work under the machine or attachment unless the machine or equipment is blocked or supported securely. AlphaPusher Operation and Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 26: General Maintenance

    Safety signs and reflectors for damage. Replace any missing or damaged decals. • Cutting edge for wear or damage. • Hydraulic hoses and fittings for wear, damage or leaks. NOTE: Repair or replace any damaged parts. AlphaPusher Operation and Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 27: Alphapusher Maintenance

    1. Park the machine on a level surface with the AlphaPusher properly attached. 8. Repeat procedure for all cutting edge’s. 2. Lower the AlphaPusher approximately three to four inches off the ground. 9. Properly dispose of the old cutting edge’s and install the new cutting edge’s by reversing the...
  • Page 28: Cutting Edge Adjustment

    3. Place a 1/4” piece of material under each wear block up and support the snow pusher. shoe. Place blocks under the AlphaPusher (both sides) 4. Lower the snow pusher to the ground with the to hold the wear shoes off the ground.
  • Page 29: Troubleshooting

    Maintenance Troubleshooting PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION Cutting edge worn or damaged. Replace cutting edge. AlphaPusher leaving snow Adjust machines lift and tilt behind. Blade tilted too high. controls. AlphaPusher Operation and Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 30: Storage And Return To Service

    Return to Service After the seasons use or when the AlphaPusher After the AlphaPusher has been in storage, it is will not be in use for a period of time, perform the necessary to follow a list of items to return the following steps.
  • Page 31: Parts

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  • Page 33: Parts Identification

    BOLT, 3/4” x 2-1/2”, GR 8 P80040 NUT, HEX, 3/4”-10, ZINC, GRADE 5 P80035 BOLT, CARRIAGE, 5/8” - 11 x 3” P60030 NUT, HEX, NYLOCK, 5/8”-11, ZINC, GRADE A P50001 KIT, BLADE MARKER GUIDE SET CBK-ASP OPTIONAL LOADER CHAIN/BINDER KIT AlphaPusher Operation and Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 34: Decal Identification

    PART # DESCRIPTION 12.0 14.0 16.0 DECAL, ALPHAPUSHER, ASP-12.0 DC10 DECAL, ALPHAPUSHER, ASP-14.0 DECAL, ALPHAPUSHER, ASP-16.0 DC28 DECAL, SNOWWOLF, MOLDBOARD LEFT DC29 DECAL, WOLFHEAD, MOLDBOARD RIGHT DC68 DECAL, TAG US, BLACK W/YELLOW SWSN DECAL, SERIAL # AlphaPusher Operation and Maintenance Manual...
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  • Page 37 Wear Shoes 1” x 6” AR-400 1” x 6” AR-400 1” x 6” AR-400 Cutting Edge 1 1/2” x 8” 1 1/2” x 8” 1 1/2” x 8” Hook Up Bucket Mount Bucket Mount Bucket Mount AlphaPusher Operation and Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 38 708 ft / lb 773 ft / lb 1000 ft / lb 386 ft / lb 545 ft / lb (289 N•m) (373 N•m) (742 N•m) (960 N•m) (1048 N•m) (1356 N•m) (523 N•m) (739 N•m) AlphaPusher Operation and Maintenance Manual...
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