Back to Index TABLE OF CONTENTS Page TABLE OF CONTENTS ..................... 1 INTRODUCTION ......................2 SAFETY ........................3 THEORY OF OPERATION..................4 Hydraulic Power Unit ..................4 Hydraulic Controls.................... 4 Electro-Hydraulic Controls ................4 Raise Mode of Operation .................. 4 Lower Mode of Operation - Gravity Down and Float ........
Back to Index INTRODUCTION This manual was written for the assembly, installation and Record the Power Pack model number, Power Pack serial maintenance of your new Sno-Way plow. Most number, Controller serial number, Blade model number, importantly, this manual provides an operating plan for Blade serial number and the Pump serial number in the safe use.
Back to Index SAFETY NEVER BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY PROCEDURE IN THIS exceed 10 m.p.h. when plowing. Excessive speed may cause serious injury and damage of BOOK, READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL THE SAFETY equipment and property if an unseen obstacle is INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS SECTION.
Back to Index 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 control circuit board on the plow • 12VDC Motor which then actuates the motor solenoid and the coils for •...
Back to Index pressure switch will then sense the lowered pressure and Each wing angling circuit is protected by a crossover relief cause the pump to pump fluid into the system and return valve set to relieve pressure on the wing angling circuit at it to the proper pressure.
Back to Index PLOWING OPERATION Operating Classes 9. Install plow lights and ensure they are aimed properly (with plow in full UP position). HTV Series 10. If ballast is required position ballast behind rear The HTV Series Sno-Way plow is specifically designed for wheels for optimum performance.
Back to Index 6. Position the blade out of the beam path of the head- 2. Plow with the storm. The “Pros” are out early remov- lights before driving. ing only several inches of snow at a time. Allowing snow to accumulate to unmanageable levels can cause difficult 7.
Back to Index 3. With the blade in “scoop” position, push the snow 2. Remove the protective plastic covers from the snow plowed to the edge of the path to the edge of the lot and plow and vehicle harnesses and store them inside the “stack”...
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Back to Index float and push up on the light bar (pulling down on the link and light bar. If the plow is not equipped with down light bar raises the A-frame), or push down on the A- pressure hydraulics, press the ’Lower’ button to put the frame if no light bar is used.
Back to Index Installing The Cylinder Lock Clamp 1. Drive vehicle to the desired snow plow storage area. It is recommended that the plow be stored in a dry, protected area. NOTE: Plow should be thoroughly cleaned of all grime WARNING and road salt before it is put into storage.
Back to Index 5. Pull the spring- loaded latch pin on the jackstand to 11. Place protective caps (normally kept in the vehicle) release the jackstand from the transport position. Rotate on the vehicle half of the snow plow control harness and the jackstand down to a vertical position and insert the the power harness.
Back to Index TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE Introduction This information should be recorded on page 2 of this Owners Manual. Whenever service is necessary, your local dealer knows your plow best and is interested in your complete Trouble Shooting-Quick satisfaction. Return your snow plow to your local dealer Reference General for maintenance service or any other assistance you may require.
Back to Index TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Plow will not lift (Motor runs) Hydraulic fluid level low See Maintenance Section Defective Control Unit Refer to Dealer Improper main pressure relief Refer to Dealer valve pressure setting, debris causing valve to stick Breather cap plugged See Maintenance Section Faulty raise or raise/float solenoid...
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Back to Index TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Fluid leaking at Pump Hydraulic fittings not torqued Refer to Dealer Assembly properly (too tight, too loose) O-Rings between valve block and Refer to Dealer endhead are cut or not seating properly O-Rings between endhead and Refer to Dealer...
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Back to Index TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Unit will not lower See all above conditions Refer to Dealer Raise lower ram defective Refer to Dealer NOTE: In down pressure mode allowing movement in one only direction only Defective Control Unit Refer to Dealer Defective down pressure solenoid Refer to Dealer...
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Back to Index TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Blade wing moves very slowly Hydraulic fluid level low See Maintenance Section Crossover Relief Valve defective Refer to Dealer or sticking Improper oil viscosity for outside See Maintenance Section air temperature, unit not at normal operating temperature Defective Wing Cylinder Refer to Dealer...
Back to Index MAINTENANCE General NOTE: For extremely cold weather plowing, continuous sub zero operation, an alternative is to remove the • Before operating, perform a thorough visual grease fittings and fill the grease cavity with SAE 140 inspection of the equipment. Look for fluid leaks, gear oil, and then replace the grease fitting.
Back to Index Changing Oil and Cleaning Filter Screen Pivot Frame Assembly: Install the 1" slotted nut on the threaded end of the special screw and tighten finger tight. Then tighten the nut another 2/3 to 1 full turn and line up a slot in the nut with the cross hole in the special screw.
Back to Index 9. Clean the oil reservoir inside and out with a suitable solvent. 10. Inspect the o-ring seal for damage, replace if needed, FILLER CAP lubricate with fresh oil and reinstall reservoir carefully to avoid damaging the o-ring. 11.
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Back to Index 1. Drive the vehicle, with snow plow mounted, onto a must be REMOVED from below the disk shoe mount- ing tube. smooth, level surface. Park the vehicle, move the plow wings until the wings are in the scoop position on each side and lower the plow to the ground.
Back to Index 11. With each wing extended straight out to each side, 17. Move the wings forward and rearward. If the wing measure the amount the wing shoes are off the ground, wearstrips and the center wearstrips are not on the or if they are on the ground, measure the amount that the ground at all times recheck the position of the wing pivot wearstrip is off the ground (measured in front of the disk...
Back to Index Pivot Assembly Pivot Screws 1. Raise the plow to the full UP position. 2. Place suitable blocking under A-frame of plow to allow at least 6" of clearance from the blade to the ground. IMPORTANT: Make sure to position blocking away from cutting edge so that when plow is lowered onto blocking cutting edges do not rest on blocking.
Back to Index NOTE: The blade skin must be retained prior to removing the wing cutting edges. This can be accomplished by using a 6" c-clamp located at the center of the curved portion of the blade skin at the outer end of the wing. CAUTION 5.
Back to Index 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...
ONE YEAR STANDARD LIMITED WARRANTY ACCESORIES / SERVICE PARTS / COMPONENTS. Sno-Way International, Inc. Warrants accessories, service parts and components purchased separately for a period of one year after original purchase to be free from defects in material and workmanship.
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