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Fisher Engineering
50 Gordon Drive, Rockland, Maine 04841-2139 • www.fi sherplows.com
HT Series™ SNOWPLOW
Installation Instructions
Read this document before installing the
snowplow.
See your FISHER
vehicle application recommendations before
installation. The eMatch selection system has
specifi c vehicle and snowplow requirements.
A DIVISION OF FISHER, LLC
CAUTION
CAUTION
outlet/website for specifi c
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69400, 69450
69450-1, 69450-2
December 15, 2016
Lit. No. 69829, Rev. 01
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SAFETY DEFINITIONS
Warning Definitions
Defines situations with potential for death or serious injury if not avoided.
Caution Definitions
Defines situations with potential for minor/moderate injury or unsafe practices.
Note Definitions
Defines situations leading to damage or other useful information.
WARNING/CAUTION AND INSTRUCTION LABELS
Instruction Label Details
Details steps for attaching the snowplow using the instruction label.
Label Identification
Explains important labels on the blade and headgear for safe operation.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
General Safety Warnings
Covers critical safety points like blade position, bystander safety, and vehicle ratings.
Hydraulic Safety Measures
Addresses risks associated with hydraulic fluid and components.
Fuses and Electrical Safety
Provides guidance on fuse replacement to prevent system damage or fire.
Personal Safety Precautions
Outlines precautions for personal protection during installation and service.
FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS
Gasoline Safety
Precautions for handling flammable gasoline and preventing fires.
OPERATIONAL CONSIDERATIONS
Cell Phone Use While Driving
Advises drivers to avoid distractions and pay attention to the road.
Noise and Vibration Levels
Specifies the snowplow's airborne noise and vibration levels.
Ventilation Requirements
Warns about lethal vehicle exhaust fumes and the need for ventilation.
TORQUE CHART
Fastener Torque Specifications
Provides torque values for various fastener sizes and grades.
BATTERY SAFETY
Battery Hazards and Precautions
Details risks from battery gases and sulfuric acid, and safety precautions.
BLADE, A-FRAME AND HEADGEAR ASSEMBLY
Component Assembly Steps
Details the process of assembling the blade, A-frame, and headgear components.
Angle Ram Connections
Instructions on connecting the angle rams to the A-frame and quadrant.
Clevis Pin Installation
Guidance on installing clevis pins for the angle rams.
Final Assembly Positioning
Instructions for standing the assembly upright and installing blade guides.
BLADE, A-FRAME AND HEADGEAR ASSEMBLY
Headgear Attachment Hole Selection
Explains how to select the correct hole for attaching the headgear to the A-frame based on pushplate height.
Lift Ram Position Adjustment
Details the required position of the lift ram based on pushplate height.
HEADLAMP INSTALLATION AND WIRING
Headlamp Attachment
Steps for attaching and connecting snowplow headlamps and wiring.
Cable Routing and Securing
Guidance on securing and routing the snowplow lighting harness and cables.
FILLING THE HYDRAULIC UNIT
Hydraulic Fluid Capacity
Lists the fluid capacity for the snowplow's hydraulic system.
Fluid Level Check and Fill
Instructions on how to check and fill the hydraulic fluid level.
Approved Hydraulic Fluid Types
Specifies approved hydraulic fluids and cautions against mixing types.
BLADE DROP SPEED ADJUSTMENT
Quill Adjustment Procedure
Explains how to adjust the blade drop speed using the quill in the valve manifold.
Adjustment and Verification
Step-by-step process for adjusting drop speed and checking the setting.
SCRAPE LOCK ADJUSTMENT
Pressure Gauge Setup
Instructions for installing a pressure gauge to measure hydraulic pressure.
Adjustment Process
Detailed steps for adjusting the scrape lock pressure to the recommended level.
Post-Adjustment Procedures
Procedures for turning off the system and disconnecting cables after adjustment.
FINAL ADJUSTMENTS
A-frame Parallelism Check
Ensures the A-frame is parallel to the ground with the blade lowered.
Hose Fitting and Routing
Adjusts hoses to prevent contact with vehicle parts and avoid sharp bends.
VEHICLE LIGHTING CHECK
Turn Signals and Parking Lamps Test
Verifies correct operation of vehicle and snowplow turn signals and parking lamps.
Headlamp Switching Test
Checks the switching between vehicle and snowplow headlamps.
Daytime Running Lamps (DRLs) Test
Explains how to check DRL functionality based on module type.
Hand-Held Control Verification
Verifies the control power indicator and connection of harnesses.
Snowplow Removal Procedures
Instructions for securing vehicle cables and harnesses when the snowplow is disconnected.
OWNER'S MANUAL PACKET
Manual Distribution and Storage
Guidelines for reviewing and providing the owner's manual to the purchaser.
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