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September 1, 2020

Lit. No. 74237, Rev. 00

This manual supersedes all editions with an earlier date.

Mid-Duty IMPACT™ UTV

Straight Blade Snowplow

Owner's Manual

Original Instructions

Western Products, PO Box 245038, Milwaukee, WI 53224-9538 • www.westernplows.com

A DIVISION OF DOUGLAS DYNAMICS, LLC

CAUTION

Read this document before operating or
servicing snowplow.

Summary of Contents for WESTERN IMPACT

Page 1: ...th an earlier date Mid Duty IMPACT UTV Straight Blade Snowplow Owner s Manual Original Instructions Western Products PO Box 245038 Milwaukee WI 53224 9538 www westernplows com A DIVISION OF DOUGLAS DYNAMICS LLC CAUTION Read this document before operating or servicing snowplow ...

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Page 3: ...ess _____________________________________________________________________________ Vehicle Model Year _________________________________________________________________________ Snowplow Model Year _______________________________________________________________________ Snowplow Type Size ______________________________________________ Weight ______________ lb kg Ballast No ___ Yes ___ Amount _________...

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Page 5: ...NOWPLOW TO VEHICLE 14 Attaching the Snowplow 14 OPERATING YOUR SNOWPLOW 15 Hand Held Control 15 Blade Positions 24 Blade Drop Speed Adjustment 25 Transporting the Snowplow 26 Driving and Plowing on Snow and Ice 26 Plowing Snow 27 Parking with Snowplow Attached 28 Towing Disabled or Stuck Vehicles 28 Checking Hydraulic Fluid Level 28 DETACHING SNOWPLOW FROM VEHICLE 29 MAINTENANCE 30 Preseason Check...

Page 6: ...ur vehicle is equipped with our recommended options for plowing snow This will help ensure trouble free operation of your snowplow Keep this manual accessible It is a handy reference in case minor service is required PREFACE When service is necessary bring your snowplow to your local outlet They know your snowplow best and are interested in your complete satisfaction The illustrations found in thi...

Page 7: ...practices WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that if not avoided could result in death or serious personal injury WARNING CAUTION INSTRUCTION LABELS FOR UTV STRAIGHT BLADE Become familiar with and inform users about the warning caution serial number and instruction labels on the back of the blade NOTE If labels are missing or cannot be read see your sales outlet Warning Caution La...

Page 8: ...the vehicle is parked Temperature changes could change hydraulic pressure causing the blade to drop unexpectedly or damaging hydraulic components Failure to do this could result in serious personal injury WARNING Remove blade assembly before placing vehicle on hoist WARNING The driver shall keep bystanders clear of the blade when it is being raised lowered or angled Do not stand between the vehicl...

Page 9: ...soline to clean parts Store only in approved containers away from sources of heat or flame CELL PHONES A driver s first responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle The most important thing you can do to prevent a crash is to avoid distractions and pay attention to the surroundings Wait until it is safe to operate mobile communication equipment such as cell phones text messaging devices pag...

Page 10: ...mary connecting points between the snowplow assembly and the vehicle The weight of the snowplow system is distributed to the frame of your vehicle by the mount assembly Headgear Jack Stand Connecting Pin Headgear Arm Blade Hydraulic Unit and Cover Trip Spring WARNING Vehicle mount reduces ground clearance Use additional caution when driving vehicle with mount installed Remove vehicle mount to rest...

Page 11: ...in the center position WARNING To prevent accidental movement of the blade always unplug the control whenever the snowplow is not in use GETTING TO KNOW YOUR SNOWPLOW Toggle Switch for left right movement Toggle Switch for up down float movement Hand Held Control Attach handle to these tabs for left aligned grip Attach handle to these tabs for right aligned grip Attach handle to these tabs for cen...

Page 12: ...n on all connections NOTE Use lubricant on connecting pins to ensure ease of attach detach 1 Verify that plow control in vehicle is disconnected Slowly drive vehicle forward to engage rear headgear arms into receiver slots bottoming out headgear arms in slots 2 Plug in electrical harness WARNING Inspect snowplow components and fasteners for wear or damage whenever attaching or detaching the snowpl...

Page 13: ...d Control top view front view Function Description of Operation FLOAT Press the LIFT LOWER toggle switch DOWN to latching position The blade will lower to the ground surface and follow the contour of the surface as it dips or rises This function does not time out Press the LIFT LOWER toggle switch UP momentarily to cancel FLOAT Angling left or right will not interrupt pause the FLOAT function Plac...

Page 14: ...old adjusts the blade drop speed NOTE The blade will not drop when quill is fully tightened clockwise Turn OFF the plow control turn the quill 1 8 turn outward counterclockwise then proceed with blade drop speed adjustment 1 Lower the blade to the ground before making adjustment 2 Turn the quill IN clockwise to decrease drop speed Turn the quill OUT counterclockwise to increase drop speed WARNING ...

Page 15: ...d all glass on your vehicle clean to see around you Dress properly for the weather Wear layers of clothing As you get warm you can take oﬀ layers OPERATING YOUR SNOWPLOW TRANSPORTING THE SNOWPLOW 1 Completely raise the blade 2 Adjust the blade height for maximum vehicle headlamp illumination 3 Adjust the blade to the straight position NOTE Overheating is unlikely under normal driving conditions bu...

Page 16: ...ith a shoe kit raise the anti wear shoes so that the cutting edge comes into direct contact with the pavement 2 Use lowest gear to place maximum power behind the cutting edge 3 An angled blade is more eﬀective for removing hard packed snow Deep Snow 1 Shear oﬀ top layers by plowing with the blade raised 3 to 4 inches for the initial pass 2 Bite into the edges using only partial blade width until t...

Page 17: ...structions under Hydraulic System in the Maintenance section of this manual CAUTION Do not mix diﬀerent types of hydraulic fluid Some fluids are not compatible and may cause performance problems and product damage Breather Fill Plug Drain Plug Reservoir PARKING WITH SNOWPLOW ATTACHED Whenever you park your vehicle completely lower the blade to the ground TOWING DISABLED OR STUCK VEHICLES Do not us...

Page 18: ...ehicle NOTE After each disconnection of the snowplow reapply dielectric grease to the electrical plugs to maintain the protective coating on the terminals 6 Back vehicle away to disconnect headgear from receivers Wire Lock Clevis Pin Connecting Pin Jack Stand DETACHING SNOWPLOW FROM VEHICLE WARNING Keep 8 clear of the blade when it is being raised lowered or angled Do not stand between vehicle and...

Page 19: ...d change hydraulic pressure causing the blade to drop unexpectedly or damaging hydraulic components Failure to do this can result in serious personal injury Any ballast material such as sand and blocks must be solidly secured to the vehicle preventing it from moving under harsh plowing conditions IN SEASON MAINTENANCE Store the control in a protected location when it is not in use Do not leave it ...

Page 20: ...d Change 1 Perform this operation with the snowplow attached to the vehicle Park the vehicle on a hard level surface 2 Remove the breather fill plug NOTE Remove breather fill plug slowly to relieve any pressure in reservoir Breather Fill Plug Drain Plug Reservoir CAUTION Change the fluid at the beginning of each plowing season Failure to do this could result in condensation buildup during the non ...

Page 21: ...nt tape on hydraulic hoses or fittings These materials could damage the product Always use two wrenches to ensure proper tightening of fittings and hoses Use the following procedure to install SAE O ring fittings in the valve block and rams 1 Turn the jam nut on the fitting as far back as possible 2 Lubricate the O ring with clean hydraulic fluid 3 Screw the fitting into the port by hand until the...

Page 22: ... shall be maintained according to manufacturer s recommendations Tire pressure shall be maintained according to manufacturer s recommendation RECYCLE When your snowplow has performed its useful life the majority of its components can be recycled as steel or aluminum Hydraulic fluid shall be disposed of according to local regulations The balance of parts made from plastic shall be disposed of in th...

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Page 24: ... to change construction or design details and furnish equipment when so altered without reference to illustrations or specifications used Western Products or the vehicle manufacturer may require or recommend optional equipment for snow removal Do not exceed vehicle ratings with a snowplow Western Products oﬀers a limited warranty for all snowplows and accessories See separately printed page for th...

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