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Operating Classes
28V Series
The 28V Series Sno-Way plow is specifically designed for
heavy duty snow plowing with full size 3/4 and 1 ton 4x4’s.
NOTE: The loaded vehicle, including any ballast weight
and optional equipment, must not exceed the Gross Vehi-
cle Weight (GVW) or front or rear Gross Axle Weight
(GAW) ratings specified on the Safety Compliance Certi-
fication Label located on the driver’s side door opening.
NOTE: All vehicles that are equipped with Sno-Way snow
plows should be equipped with all vehicle manufacturer’s
recommended options for snow plowing.
For additional information, refer to your dealer and the
Sno-Way Application Guide for proper vehicle
applications.
Before The Season Begins
1. Inspect vehicle safety equipment for proper
operation; brakes, headlights, plowing lights, windshield
wipers, flashers, etc.
2. Inspect the plow, plow frame and all attaching
hardware for wear and corrosion. Replace worn or
damaged parts and clean and repaint exposed metal
parts with a high quality, corrosion resistant enamel.
3. Inspect all fasteners to insure that they are properly
tightened. If any fasteners are loose, re-tighten to the
proper torque (refer to the Torque Specification Chart in
this manual) and carefully inspect the adjacent area for
damage or wear as well as carefully inspecting all
adjacent fasteners for proper torque.
4. Apply a small amount of light oil to the hitch pins and
pivots, to pivot pins between the A-frame and center
blade assembly, between lift and swing cylinder pivot pins
and the lift linkage pivots.
5. Check the wing pivots for free movement of the wings
on the pivot shafts. Lubricate the wing pivot shafts with a
good quality light weight HP Lithium based grease.
6. For extremely cold weather plowing, continuous sub
zero operation, an alternative is to remove the grease
fittings and fill the grease cavity with SAE 140 gear oil,
and then replace the grease fitting.
7. Check the reservoir oil level (see maintenance
instructions) and repair any oil leaks and worn hoses.
8. Inspect electrical connectors. Make sure the contacts
are clean, and apply a small amount of dielectric grease.
9. Install plow lights and ensure they are aimed properly
(with plow in full UP position).
10. If ballast is required position ballast behind rear
wheels for optimum performance.
Transporting Vehicle With
Blade Attached
1. Always install the cylinder lock clamp when the plow
blade is raised and the operator is not engaged in
plowing operations.
NOTE: If cylinder lock clamp is not installed during trans-
port equipment failure or inadvertent operation of the
control switches while driving could allow the plow blade
to fall.
2. Always transport the plow with the wings fully folded
to the rear to keep the transport width to a minimum.
3. DO Not exceed 45 m.p.h. when driving with the snow
plow attached. Braking distance is increased and
handling is impaired dramatically at speeds above 45
m.p.h.
4. Reduce speed when crossing railroad tracks or when
road conditions deteriorate.
5. Never change blade angle or height while driving.
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WARNING
Ensure ignition switch is OFF before installing
or removing the cylinder lock clamp.
Equipment failure or inadvertent operation of
the control switches could allow the plow blade
to fall, resulting in serious injury.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW CAN RESULT IN INJURY
OR DEATH.
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CAUTION
Remove the plow when driving extended
distances at temperatures above 40° F, the plow
blocks enough airflow to the vehicle’s radiator
to cause it to overheat at temperatures above
40° F.
PLOWING OPERATION