Buyers SnowDogg EXII Series, Owner'S Manual

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User Settings
There are a variety of additional user settings available for
the controller. Please see the controller instructions for
additional details.
MAINTENANCE
Your SnowDogg ® plow as installed by your dealer is ready
for use but needs regular maintenance and inspection.
Preparing Your Plow for the Season
Prior to connecting your plow to your truck:
1.
Inspect your plow for any damage and make any repairs.
Make sure to examine:
• Welds
• Hydraulic hoses
• Electrical connectors/harnesses
• Rusting areas/damaged paint
2.
Ensure hydraulic fittings are properly tightened. Fittings
will loosen due to vibrations from normal use.
3. Coat all electrical connection points with dielectric grease.
4.
Connect your plow to your truck to continue the inspection:
• Check for proper operation in terms of movement and
plow lights.
• Check the aim of your plow lights adjust if necessary.
See page 16 for instructions.
• Grease all grease fittings on trip pins and king pin/hinge.
• Drain the hydraulic system and replace with
SnowDogg ® Low Temp Hydraulic Fluid (#16150010) See
page 17 for instructions.
• Check your cutting edges and shoes for wear and
replace as necessary.
Preparing Your Truck for the Season
Pushing a plow can be very hard on your truck. Keep up
with regular truck maintenance to ensure your truck is ready
for the season ahead.
1.
Prior to the season, it’s critical that you have the
following checked and repaired as necessary:
• Charging system
• Cooling system
• Lighting system
• Transmission
• Brakes
• Wheel alignment
2.
Check the following installation components:
• Ensure all electrical connections are properly tightened.
A loose or dirty connection can draw twice as much
current as a clean one, which will result in excessive heat
and eventual component failure.
• Inspect all harnesses for damage, and repair or replace
as necessary.
• Inspect the truck frame/plow mount attachment/push
bar, and repair or replace as necessary.
3.
Curb Weight and Operator Responsibility
• If there is any question about curb weight and/or
weight distribution it is always best to ensure that the