Hiniker C-PLOW 8801 Operator's Manual page 15

MECHANICAL COMPONENTS
Prior to the operation of a new snowplow, or one
which has been stored, inspect all hardware and
verify proper torque on all bolts and nuts in ac-
cordance with the recommended torque speci-
fications.
GRADE 5 TYPE B & F LOCK NUT
TORQUE VALUES
Diameter Ft-lbs.
5/16"
3/8"
1/2"
5/8" 117-165
GRADE 5 BOLT TORQUE VALUES*
Size Ft-lbs.
1/4"
3/8"
1/2" 73-103
5/8" 146-206
*Applications without lock nuts.
Loose bolts can cause hole elongation and part
failure resulting in dangerous operating condi-
tions and equipment breakdown.
Check all hardware periodically during operation
and keep tightened to specified torque values.
Replace worn bolts and lock nuts with grade 5
bolts and equivalent type B or type F lock nuts.
Type B lock nuts are plain hex; type F lock nuts
are flanged hex.
Inspect wear of the cutting edges before every
plowing season and frequently throughout the
season. Replace cutting edges before wear
reaches the main plow blade.
The 5/16" hex bolts in the latch sliders are facto-
ry retained with anaerobic threadlock. If remov-
al or replacement of these bolts is necessary,
purchase new bolts with threadlocker from your
Hiniker dealer, or apply a commercially available
threadlock, i.e., Loctite 242 (blue) or Perma-Lok
HM118 (red), to standard 5/16-18 X 3/4" grade 5
hex bolts before reassembly.
N-m
13-18 17-25
23-33 31-44
58-82 79-112
158-223
N-m
8-12 11-16
29-41 39-56
99-140
198-279
ELECTRICAL MAINTENANCE
Periodically check all electrical connections for
proper fit and remove any contamination that
may be present.
To prevent contamination always place dust
caps on connectors when not in use. This is
particularly important when the plow is being
stored. The use of dielectric grease is recom-
mended to reduce corrosion of the contacts and
to make connecting and disconnecting easier.
Before each season check vehicle battery and
electrical system for proper operation. A weak
battery, dirty terminals, or faulty charging sys-
tem may cause improper operation and possible
failure of the joystick controller.
Before every plowing season, and throughout
the season, check the snowplow headlamps for
proper function and aim. Refer to sections titled
"System Check-Out" and "Headlamp Aiming
Procedure" in this manual for instructions.
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