Sno-Way 26V Series Installation & Owner's Manual

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INSTALLATION &

OWNER'S MANUAL

26V SERIES 2 SNOW PLOW WITH

ENERGY SMART SYSTEM (ESS

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PLOW LIGHT SYSTEM

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Page 1 INSTALLATION & OWNER’S MANUAL 26V SERIES 2 SNOW PLOW WITH ® ENERGY SMART SYSTEM (ESS PLOW LIGHT SYSTEM WITH SERIAL NUMBERS AFTER: 262V100000 ÂÃ Ã ÂÃÄÅÆÇ ÈÃÉÂ ÆÂ Æ Æ!Æ"Ã# ÂÃÄÅÆÇ$Â ÂÆ ÃÂÆ%&$Â'( Ä Ä Ä Ä Ä Ä...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS Page INTRODUCTION ......................2 SAFETY ........................3 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS................4 General ......................4 Electrical Installation ..................4 Mechanical Installation..................4 Blade Level Adjustment ................... 8 Mounting Snow Plow To Vehicle ..............9 Installing The Cylinder Lock Clamp ............... 11 Removing Snow Plow From Vehicle ..............
Page 3: Introduction
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 97102170 & 97101915 for the 26V Series Snow Plow. or the procedure that may or may not be contained else- Factory...
Page 4: Safety
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.
Page 5: Installation Instructions
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS General 4. Set a-frame/tower assembly lower hitch pins into slots on truck subframe. (See Figure 1-2.) Install the subframe on the vehicle using the instructions supplied with the subframe package. The pin height should be 8" - 10" off the ground. (See Figure 1-1.) HITCH PINS SUBFRAME 8"...
Page 6 8. Coat main wing pivot pin with grease and insert 11. Attach angle cylinder base to tower with a through the tower and wings. Leave top of pin 5/8" x 2-7/8" clevis pin. Insert cotter pins into clevis pins. approximately 1" above the tower. (See Figure 1-4.) Attach angle cylinder rod to blade with a 1/2"-13 x 2-1/2"...
Page 7 13. Install 90 deg. elbows into wing cylinder ports. 15. Loosely position hydraulic hoses in hose clamps (A - Orientate as shown in Figure 1-8. 5/16" X 2" self-tapping screw, B - plate, C - clamp blocks) on each side of the A-frame. (See Figure 1-10.) 16.
Page 8 21. Remove left and right light supports from power pack 23. Place Drivers Side headlamp on top of lightbar with carton. Attach passenger side light bar support to light/lift the headlamp tabs inside of the lightbar tabs. Insert (2) 5/ bar with (4) 3/8"...
Page 9: Blade Level Adjustment
30. Repeat step 32 on passengers side. Blade Level Adjustment Figure 1-16 The Sno-Way 26V has a Max Adjust feature that is set 3. Swing wings to the straight position and lower plow to when the plow is first installed and when initially run each the ground.
Page 10: Mounting Snow Plow To Vehicle
Mounting Snow Plow To Vehicle WARNING 1. To mount plow onto truck, position truck to align light/ lift bar frame outside of subframe lugs. Pins should fit inside slots cut into subframe lugs. (See Figure 1-17.) When using the hand held controller to raise or lower the plow A-frame for mounting the plow to the vehicle, be especially careful of the movement of the light bar.
Page 11 4. Rotate pin handles forward to lock pins in place. Put plow in float function position by turning down pressure off. (See Figure 1-18). LIFT LINK BELL CRANK WARNING Make sure that upper hitch pins are engaged before moving truck. Hitch pins not fully engaged could result in the plow separating from the truck.
Page 12: Installing The Cylinder Lock Clamp
Installing The Cylinder Lock Clamp Removing Snow Plow From Vehicle Choose a location for the plow storage, which will allow the plow to be removed from the vehicle and not be moved after removal. Also, choose a location that will not WARNING allow the plow stand to sink into the ground.
Page 13 6. Rotate jackstand down and raise A-frame by pressing the up button. (See Figure 1-23.) Figure 1-23 7. Disconnect power and ESS harnesses and replace protective caps. WARNING The power cable in front of the truck is wired directly to the battery. The power cable is always energized, even if the truck is turned off.
Page 14: Maintenance
A-Frame, and spring brackets. (See Figure 2-2.) Sno-Way oil. If another type of oil has been used in the system the same type of oil must be used for topping off system. Improper hydraulic fluid can cause operating problems in cold weather.
Page 15: Plow Storage
Figure 2-3 Fluid Requirements Plow Storage IMPORTANT: Sno-Way supplies type 5606 Sno-Way When storing the plow for long periods of time use the Hydraulic Oil with the unit from the factory. If following guidelines. additional oil is added it must be compatible with 1.
Page 16: Changing Oil And Cleaning Filter Screen
Changing Oil and Cleaning Filter Screen 3. Remove the screw at the lower back center of the pump cover. Pull the back of the pump cover of the rear tab and rotate the cover slightly forward. Push the cover NOTE: Change oil and clean filter screen at the begin- off the two front tabs and remove.
Page 17: Cutting Edge Replacement
9. Loosen the band clamp which holds the oil reservoir 18. Fill the hydraulic oil reservoir with type 5606 hydraulic fluid until the fluid level registers full on oil level mark on to the pump assembly. Pull and twist the reservoir unit it separates from the pump assembly.
Page 18: Plow Shoe Adjustment
If your snowplow becomes inoperable for any reason, follow the instructions below to raise the plow for transport to your nearest Sno-Way Dealer. 5. After the plow shoe position is properly adjusted place remaining washer on the shoe stem - above the 1.
Page 19: Headlight Aiming Procedure
Using black tap, draw this 6. Remove Jack and Jack stand. horizontal line (Line 5). (See Figure 2-9.) 7. Drive to your nearest Sno-Way dealer for service. Table 1: Vertical Beam Aim Guidelines Headlight Aiming Procedure (Line 5)
Page 20 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.
Page 21: Plowing Operation
PLOWING OPERATION Operating Classes Transporting Vehicle With Plow Attached The Sno-Way 26V Series plow is specifically designed for 1. Always install the cylinder lock clamp when the plow commercial applications on 1/2 ton trucks and SUVs. is raised and the operator is not engaged in plowing operations.
Page 22: Plowing Like A Pro
Plowing Like A Pro 3. Research municipal ordinances for restrictions on the disposal of snow. Many municipalities do not allow snow to be placed in roads or throughway. WARNING 4. Research state department of transportation rules on maximum width restrictions for snow plows. Certain blades may require permits.
Page 23: Clearing Driveways
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”...
Page 24: Troubleshooting
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.
Page 25 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.
Page 26 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...
Page 27 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.
Page 28: Hydraulic Power Unit
THEORY OF OPERATION Hydraulic Power Unit Raise Mode of Operation The hydraulic power unit consists of: Actuating the ’Raise’ switch on the hand-held controller sends a signal to the plow control receiver on the plow 12VDC Motor which then actuates the motor solenoid and the coils for Hydraulic pump rated at 1.54 GPM @ 1500 PSI the ’C’...
Page 29: Wing Angling Mode Of Operation - Independent Wing Angling
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’...
Page 30: Hydraulic Schematic
HYDRAULIC SCHEMATIC WING CYLINDER (PS) WING CYLINDER (DS) RAISE CYLINDER RELIEF WING WING VALVE RELIEF (DS) RELIEF (PS) 460-500 PSI 2800 PSI 2800 PSI XRV (DS) XRV (PS) CROSSOVER CROSSOVER RELIEF VALVE RELIEF VALVE 2600 PSI 2600 PSI RAISE/ PILOT PILOT FLOAT CHECK...
Page 31: Power Unit Solenoid Function Chart
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:...
Page 32: Wiring Schematic - With S.n. After: 26V100000
WIRING SCHEMATIC With S.N. After: 26V100000 RED/WHITE PRESSURE SWITCH 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 4 3 2 1 TO LIGHTS - TO LIGHTS - SEE “PLOW LIGHT SCHEMATIC SEE “PLOW LIGHT SCHEMATIC (ENERGY SENSING SYSTEM)” (ENERGY SENSING SYSTEM)”...
Page 33: Plow Light Schematic (Energy Smart System (Ess®)
PLOW LIGHT SCHEMATIC (Energy Smart System (ESS®) PLOW LAMP PLOW LAMP PLOW LAMP PLOW LAMP 6 5 4 3 2 1 6 5 4 3 2 1 TO PLOW - TO PLOW - SEE “WIRING SCHEMATIC” SEE “WIRING SCHEMATIC” PLOW RECEIVE PLOW RECEIVER R TO CONTROLLER - TO CONTROLLER -...
Page 34: Energy Smart System (Ess®) Wiring Schematic
ENERGY SMART SYSTEM (ESS®) WIRING SCHEMATIC VEHICLE RECEIVER VEHICLE RECEIVER 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 9 10 11 12 13 14 9 10 11 12 13 14 CONNECTION FOR CONNECTION FOR SNOW PLOW SNOW PLOW INTERFACE MODULE KIT INTERFACE MODULE KIT...
Page 35: Torque Specifications
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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Page 40: Dealer Pre Delivery Checklist
Fill out Warranty Registration Card and mail COPY 1 to the factory to validate Warranty. NO Warranty claims can be honored if the Warranty Card is not on file at the factory. ® SNO-WAY INTERNATIONAL, INC. Hartford, WI 53027 USA Website: www.snoway.com © ® 2023 Sno-Way International...

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