Contents
Safety ....................................................................... 3
Preparation......................................................... 3
Operation............................................................ 3
Safety and Instructional Decals .......................... 4
Setup ........................................................................ 5
Mounting the Plow .............................................. 5
Product Overview ..................................................... 7
Controls ............................................................. 7
Operation .................................................................. 8
Maintenance ........................................................... 10
Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) ........... 10
......................................................................... 10
......................................................................... 10
Storage ....................................................................11
Troubleshooting ...................................................... 12
Safety
Improper use or maintenance by the operator or
owner can result in injury. To reduce the potential
for injury, comply with these safety instructions
and always pay attention to the safety-alert
symbol
, which means:
Caution
,
Warning
, or
Danger
—personal safety instruction. Failure to
comply with the instruction may result in personal
injury or death.
Preparation
•
Read the
Owner’s Manual
before operating or
servicing the plow.
•
Ensure that only trained personnel installs and
performs maintenance on the equipment and
hydraulic components.
•
Always wear appropriate personal protective
equipment when loading, unloading, and servicing
the plow.
Operation
•
Use a 500 kg (1/2 ton) minimum lifting device to
move heavy plow components.
•
Do not exceed 8 km/h (5 mph) while operating.
•
Never put any part of your body between the plow
and the vehicle.
•
Wear appropriate clothing, including hearing and
eye protection, protective gloves, and substantial,
slip-resistant footwear. Tie back long hair, secure
loose clothing, and do not wear loose jewelry.
•
When transporting the plow, ensure that it is
properly secured. Instructions are available at
www.bossplow.com
.
•
When transporting the vehicle, position the plow
so as not to block your vision or headlights.
•
Do not change the blade position when traveling.
•
Always lower the blade when the vehicle is not in
use.
•
Do not operate the machine while ill, tired, or
under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
•
Refer to the
Owner’s Manual
for proper parking
procedures.
•
Turn the vehicle and plow off before filling,
servicing, or cleaning it.
•
Do not climb into or ride on the plow.
•
Keep your hands, feet, and clothing away from
moving parts and mounting points.
•
Use your full attention while operating the
machine. Do not engage in any activity that
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