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Fisher Engineering
50 Gordon Drive, Rockland, Maine 04841‑2139 • www.fisherplows.com
HS Compact Plow
Blade and Off‑Truck Kit
Installation Instructions
CAUTION
Read this document before installing the
snowplow.
CAUTION
See your FISHER
outlet/website for specific
®
vehicle application recommendations before
installation. The eMatch selection system has
specific vehicle and snowplow requirements.
A DIVISION OF FISHER, LLC
85280, 85285
85240, 85240‑3
July 15, 2020
Lit. No. 85309, Rev. 03
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SAFETY
SAFETY DEFINITIONS
Defines hazard levels (WARNING, CAUTION) and informational notes (NOTE) for safety.
WARNING/CAUTION AND INSTRUCTION LABELS
Explains the importance and location of warning, caution, and serial number labels on the snowplow blade.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Lists critical safety precautions for operating and installing the snowplow to prevent injury.
HYDRAULIC SAFETY
Details safety measures related to hydraulic fluid pressure and component inspection.
FUSES
Explains fuse replacement requirements and potential damage from incorrect fuses.
PERSONAL SAFETY
Outlines personal safety practices, including protective gear and avoiding hazards.
FIRE AND EXPLOSION
Warns about gasoline flammability and explosive vapors, advising precautions.
CELL PHONES
Advises drivers to avoid distractions from mobile devices while operating the vehicle.
VENTILATION
Warns about lethal vehicle exhaust fumes and the need for ventilation.
NOISE
States the airborne noise emission level for the snowplow operator.
VIBRATION
Specifies the vibration levels experienced by the operator during snowplow operation.
TORQUE CHART
Provides torque values for inch and metric fasteners used in assembly.
BATTERY SAFETY
Advises on battery safety, including explosive gases and acid hazards.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
UNPACKING
Guides the user through unpacking the snowplow components from the pallet.
A-FRAME TO BLADE ASSEMBLY
Details the process of assembling the A-frame to the blade, including pivot tube and trip bumpers.
CUTTING EDGE SECURING
Describes how to finish securing the cutting edge of the snowplow blade.
RECEIVER INSTALLATION
Explains the procedure for installing the snowplow receivers into the truck mount pockets.
HEADLAMP INSTALLATION
Details the installation process for snowplow headlamps, including wiring and aiming.
HYDRAULIC UNIT INSTALLATION
Covers attaching the snowplow, installing the breather, and checking hydraulic fluid levels.
BLADE DROP SPEED ADJUSTMENT
Explains how to adjust the blade drop speed using the quill in the valve manifold.
FINAL INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT
Guides through final checks, including angling the blade and greasing hitch pins.
OPERATIONAL TEST AND FINAL ADJUSTMENTS
PLUG COVERS
Advises on using plug covers when the snowplow is disconnected from the vehicle.
OWNER'S MANUAL PACKET
Describes procedures for delivering the Owner's Manual to the purchaser.
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