Sno-Way Service Parts Manuals are available on-line or at your authorized Sno-Way dealer. Request part number NOTE: Additional information concerning the equipment 97102384 & 97101915 for the 22V Series Snow Plow. or the procedure that may or may not be contained else- Factory...
ALWAYS check surrounding area for hazardous decals are in place and are legible before operation obstacles before operating this unit. begins. New decals can be obtained from Sno-Way or ALWAYS inspect the unit periodically for defects. Parts your local dealer.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS General 1/2" x 1-1/2" BOLT 1/2" WASHER Install the subframe on the vehicle using the instructions PASSENGER SIDE (PS) 3/8" SPACER SPRING MOUNT supplied with the subframe package. The pin height 1/2" LOCKNUT UPPER BLADE should be 8" - 10" off the ground. (See Figure 1-1.) 1/2"...
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18. Orientate the Lug Plate to match the correct figure for your subframe pin height. 19. Insert (4) 3/8" x 1-1/4" cap screws on each side. Place thread locker (Sno-Way part #96115529) on each 8" - 8-5/8" cap screw and secure with new 3/8"-16 Locknuts from parts bag 96118321.
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21. Set a-frame/tower assembly lower hitch pins into 25. Coat main wing pivot pin with grease and insert slots on truck subframe. (See Figure 1-8.) through the tower and wings. (See Figure 1-10.) 3/8" 3/8"-18 X 1-1/4" LOCK WASHER CAP SCREW 3/8"...
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28. Attach a plow marker to each wing as shown and 30. Remove left and right light supports from power pack secure using 5/16" x 1" cap screws and locknuts. (See carton. Place driver side light bar support over (2) Cap Figure 1-12.) Screws extending from Lower Light Lift Bar.
Mounting Snow Plow To Vehicle 33. Place Driver Side headlamp on top of lightbar with the headlamp tabs inside of the lightbar tabs. Insert (2) 5/ 16" x 1-1/2" screws. Screws must be inserted from the 1. To mount plow onto truck, position truck to align light/ outside of the plow to the center.
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4. Rotate pin handles forward to lock pins in place. Put plow in float function position by turning down pressure off. (See Figure 1-19). WARNING When using the hand held controller to raise or WARNING lower the plow A-frame for mounting the plow to the vehicle, be especially careful of the movement of the light bar.
Installing The Cylinder Lock Clamp 5. Disengage both jack stand pins by pulling on handles. Raise the jack stand and engage the bottom pin by pushing on the handle. Make sure pin is engaged in hole by rotating jack stand back and forth. (See Figure 1- 20.) WARNING BELL CRANK...
Removing Snow Plow From Vehicle 5. Rotate jackstand down and raise A-frame by pressing the up button. (See Figure 1-23.) Choose a location for the plow storage, which will allow the plow to be removed from the vehicle and not be moved after removal.
4. Apply a small amount of light oil to the wing cylinder Sno-Way oil. If another type of oil has been used in pivot pins, hitch pins, lift link cap screw, and both attach the system the same type of oil must be used for lock pins.
Plow Storage 5. Apply a small amount of light oil to the lift cylinder assembly pivot pins, and stand retaining pins. (See Figure 2-3.) When storing the plow for long periods of time use the following guidelines. 1. If the plow will not be stored on pavement, place a board under the jack stand to prevent it from sinking into the ground.
Lower plow to ground and put vehicle in park. Turn off engine and set the park brake. Turn hand-held controller IMPORTANT: Sno-Way supplies type 5606 Sno-Way off. Hydraulic Oil with the unit from the factory. If additional oil is added it must be compatible with Sno-Way oil.
5. Using an oil suction gun or similar tool, remove the oil 17. Reconnect hydraulic fittings and hoses in their from the oil reservoir. correct position and torque to 20-25 lb-ft. If unit utilizes O- ring and jam nut type connectors tighten jam nut to 15-20 lb-ft.
5. Install cylinder lock clamp. (See "Installing The MAXIMUM Cylinder Lock Clamp" on page 10.) 6. Remove Jack and Jack stand. 7. Drive to your nearest Sno-Way dealer for service. Figure 2-8 If the gap needs adjustment: a. Loosen the bottom nut on the spring eye bolt(s).
Headlight Aiming Procedure Table 1: Vertical Beam Aim Guidelines (Line 5) Requirements: Headlamp (Centerline) Nominal Vertical An unobstructed wall that is preferably painted white with Aim Down Mounting Heigh minimum dimensions 10 feet (3 m) wide by 5 feet (1.5 m) high.
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Visual Headlamp Aiming Procedure: 4. Repeat the same procedure for the right snow plow lamp. Use the hot spot beam cross hair target that is developed by Line 5 and Line 4. 1. Activate the snow plow lamp HIGH beams so that they illuminate toward the wall.
PLOWING OPERATION Operating Classes Transporting Vehicle With Plow Attached The Sno-Way 22V Series 2 plow is specifically designed 1. Always install the cylinder lock clamp when the plow for applications on light duty trucks and SUVs. is raised and the operator is not engaged in plowing operations.
Plowing Like A Pro 2. Plow with the storm. The “Pros” are out early removing only several inches of snow at a time. Allowing snow to accumulate to unmanageable levels can cause difficult removal problems and can be costly in terms of WARNING “wear and tear”...
Clearing Driveways Clearing Parking Lots 1. Head into driveway with the blade angled to move 1. Plow a single path, with the plow in a "V" position, snow away from buildings. Continue to widen the drive through the lot at right angle to the side of the lot where path by rolling snow away from buildings on successive you want to “stack”...
TROUBLESHOOTING Introduction 1. You have read this guide carefully and are certain that all of the suggestions pertaining to your problem have been attempted. Whenever service is necessary, your local dealer knows your plow best and is interested in your complete 2.
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PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Blade will not lift Hydraulic fluid level low Fill hydraulic fluid up to the fill line on the reservoir using Sno-Way hydraulic (motor Runs) fluid. Improper main system Using a 3000 psi gauge plumbed into the gauge port (GP), run plow over pressure relief valve relief.
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Plow lifts but does Dirt in check valve Cycle raise and lower system to flush debris. not hold - New plow Dirt in lower valve (B) Cycle raise and lower system to unstick valve. first action Plow lifts but does Dirt or Debris in check...
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Fill hydraulic fluid up to the fill line on the reservoir using Sno-Way hydraulic not move fluid. Pickup tube not Fluid level is low. Fill with Sno-Way hydraulic fluid up to fill line on reservoir. submerged in hydraulic fluid Crossover relief valve The wing will not hold pressure when plowing.
THEORY OF OPERATION Hydraulic Power Unit Raise Mode of Operation Actuating the ’Raise’ switch on the hand-held controller The hydraulic power unit consists of: sends a signal to the plow control receiver on the plow • 12VDC Motor which then actuates the motor solenoid and the coils for the ’C’...
The down pressure system is overridden any time the combination switch on the controller will extend both plow control is placed in the ’Raise’ mode, but will resume wings in the ’scoop’ position. Operating this combination when placed back into the ’Lower’ position. will energize the motor solenoid and both the ’A’...
POWER UNIT SOLENOID FUNCTION CHART PLOW MOTOR PRESSURE FUNCTION SOLENOID SWITCH WIRE COLOR RAISE DOWN (FLOAT) DOWN PRESSURE PASS. SIDE WING EXTEND PASS. SIDE WING RETRACT DRIVE. SIDE WING EXTEND DRIVE. SIDE WING RETRACT POSITION SCOOP POSITION ANGLE RIGHT ANGLE LEFT NOTE: COIL E MUST BE DEACTIVATED FOR ANGLE AND WING FUNCTIONS NOTES:...
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS 1 or 2 Grade No Marks and Head Markings Grade No Marks and Nut Markings Grade 1 Grade 2 Grade 5, 5.1 or 5.2 Grade 8 or 8.2 Lubricated Lubricated Lubricated Lubricated SIZE lb-ft lb-ft lb-ft lb-ft lb-ft lb-ft lb-ft lb-ft...
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