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Lit. No. 89451, Rev. 05 

16 

May 15, 2022

Vehicle application recommendations are based 

on the following:

•  The vehicle with the snowplow installed must 

comply with applicable Federal Motor Vehicle 

Safety Standards (FMVSS).

•  The vehicle with the snowplow installed 

must comply with the vehicle manufacturer's 

stated gross vehicle and axle weight ratings 

(found on the driver‑side door cornerpost 

of the vehicle) and the front and rear weight 

distribution ratio. In some cases, rear ballast 

may be required to comply with these 

requirements. See "Ballast Requirements" in 

this section.

VEHICLE APPLICATION INFORMATION

 CAUTION

See your SnowEx

®

 outlet/website 

for specific vehicle application 

recommendations before installation. The 

Power Match selection system has specific 

vehicle and snowplow requirements.

•  SnowEx Power Match selection system 

is based on available vehicle capacity for 

snowplow equipment on a representative 

vehicle equipped with options commonly used 

for plowing and with 300 lb (136 kg) of front 

seat occupant weight.

•  Weights of front seat occupants can be 

adjusted above 300 lb (136 kg), but vehicle 

with snowplow must not exceed vehicle 

GVWR or GAWR.

•  In some cases there may be additional 

limitations and requirements.

• 

Installation, modification, and addition of 

accessories must comply with published 

SnowEx recommendations and instructions. 

Available capacity decreases as the vehicle is 

loaded with cargo or other truck equipment, or 

snowplow accessories are installed.

•  If there is uncertainty as to whether available 

capacity exists, the actual vehicle as 

configured must be weighed.

Summary of Contents for 6800LT

Page 1: ...ev 05 Lit No 89451 Rev 05 This manual supersedes all editions with an earlier date CAUTION Read this document before operating or servicing snowplow SNOWPLOW SNOWPLOW OWNER SMANUAL OWNER SMANUAL Origi...

Page 2: ...er Address _______________________________________________________________________ Vehicle Model Year ____________________________________________________________________ Snowplow Model Year _________...

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Page 4: ...25 Attaching Snowplow to Vehicle 27 Operating Your Snowplow 31 Straight Blade SPEEDWING Controls 31 POWER GRIP Hand Held Control 31 Joystick Control 34 POWER PLOW HDV Controls 38 POWER GRIP Hand Held...

Page 5: ...Greasing HDV Pivot Pin Hinge 78 Aiming Headlamp Beams 79 Hydraulic System 81 Fluid Level 81 Annual Fluid Change 82 Hose or Fitting Replacement 84 Installing Hydraulic Fittings and Hoses 85 Fuse Replac...

Page 6: ...e minor service is required Your SnowEx snowplow hydraulic unit and blade both have a serial number Record these serial numbers on the Snowplow Owner Data Sheet at the front of this manual for future...

Page 7: ...sales outlet SAFETY SAFETY DEFINITIONS NOTE Indicates a situation or action that can lead to damage to your snowplow and vehicle or other property Other useful information can also be described WARNIN...

Page 8: ...9 May 15 2022 POWER PLOW SPEEDWING Blades Only both sides Multiple Pinch Points Label SAFETY Instruction Labels POWER PLOW SPEEDWING and Straight Blades Attach Detach Label Warning Caution Label Foot...

Page 9: ...Lit No 89451 Rev 05 10 May 15 2022 SAFETY Warning Caution Label Instruction Labels HDV Blade Attach Detach Label...

Page 10: ...SAFETY Code Definition YY 2 Digit Year MM 2 Digit Month DD 2 Digit Day LL 2 Digit Location Code XXXX 4 Digit Sequential Number ZZZZZZ 5 or 6 Digit Blade Assembly PN YYMMDDLLXXXXZZZZZ ZZZZZ zzzzz YYMM...

Page 11: ...xpectedly or damaging hydraulic components Failure to do this could result in serious personal injury WARNING Remove blade assembly before placing vehicle on hoist CAUTION Read Owner s Manual before o...

Page 12: ...AFETY of the same type and amperage rating as the original Installing a fuse with a higher rating can damage the system and could start a fire Fuse Replacement including fuse ratings is located in the...

Page 13: ...y attention to the road Wait until it is safe to operate mobile communication equipment such as cell phones text messaging devices pagers or two way radios VENTILATION WARNING Gasoline is highly flamm...

Page 14: ...the whole body CAUTION Batteries normally produce explosive gases which can cause personal injury Therefore do not allow flames sparks or lit tobacco to come near the battery When charging or working...

Page 15: ...fore installation The Power Match selection system has specific vehicle and snowplow requirements SnowEx Power Match selection system is based on available vehicle capacity for snowplow equipment on a...

Page 16: ...it be secured properly behind the rear axle A ballast retainer kit is available from your SnowEx outlet PN 62849 NOTE The ballast retainer kit is for snowplow vehicles requiring ballast See your SnowE...

Page 17: ...the snowplow The snowplow shall be installed according to instructions supplied SnowEx outlets are trained to provide this service and other services for this snowplow When the snowplow is off the ve...

Page 18: ...this manual The quadrant is attached to the triangular A frame with a pivot bolt The pivot bolt allows the quadrant and blade to swing right or left The hydraulic unit is easy to access and the cover...

Page 19: ...ydraulic unit and the rams The snowplow headlamps are also attached to the headgear MOUNT KITS Custom mounts have been designed for most vehicles Due to differences among vehicle models mounts are gen...

Page 20: ...The headlamps conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards FMVSS WARNING Your vehicle must be equipped with snowplow headlamps and directional lights When the electrical plugs are connected the v...

Page 21: ...klit which will illuminate when the vehicle is turned to ACC or ON The ON OFF button on the cab control allows you to turn OFF the control and prevent blade movement even when the ignition switch is O...

Page 22: ...EDWING Snowplow Controls with FLEET FLEX System GETTING TO KNOW YOUR SNOWPLOW Power Indicator Light red ON OFF Switch emergency stop ON OFF Button emergency stop Straight Blade SPEEDWING POWER GRIP Ha...

Page 23: ...ER PLOW and HDV Snowplow Controls with FLEET FLEX System GETTING TO KNOW YOUR SNOWPLOW Power Indicator Light red ON OFF Switch emergency stop ON OFF Button emergency stop POWER PLOW POWER GRIP Hand He...

Page 24: ...ctor Steel Cutting Edges Built for the long haul SnowEx snowplows offer thicker steel cutting edges for enhanced wear resistance over time Poly Cutting Edges Durable polyurethane cutting edge design w...

Page 25: ...ulic fluid Special anti wear and anti foaming additives keep your system running longer and smoother Emergency Parts Tool Kit This tool bag contains necessary service parts to make on the spot repairs...

Page 26: ...be seriously injured ATTACHING SNOWPLOW WARNING Inspect snowplow components and fasteners for wear or damage whenever attaching or detaching the snowplow Worn or damaged components could allow the sn...

Page 27: ...until hitch pins are aligned with the hitch pin holes on receivers Release both switches 5 Hold down lock lever and move hitch pin handle forward to fully engage hitch pins in receivers Release lock...

Page 28: ...ev 05 29 May 15 2022 ATTACHING SNOWPLOW TO VEHICLE Actual configuration varies by model POWER PLOW SPEEDWING and Straight Blades Blade Hitch Pin Holes Hitch Pin Receiver Pins Headgear Slots Headgear R...

Page 29: ...Lit No 89451 Rev 05 30 May 15 2022 ATTACHING SNOWPLOW TO VEHICLE HDV Blade Blade in compact vee position Blade Hitch Pin Holes Hitch Pin Receiver Pins Headgear Slots Headgear Receiver...

Page 30: ...button operates as an emergency stop if required Function Time Outs To limit the amount of electrical energy required from the vehicle all control functions except LOWER FLOAT time out stop automatic...

Page 31: ...ovements described in the table Function Description of Operation RAISE Press this button to raise the blade and cancel FLOAT mode LOWER Press this button to lower the blade Release the button to stop...

Page 32: ...on to angle the blade right NOTE If a control function times out before desired blade movement is complete release the button and press it again SECURITY GUARD System 1 2 3 4 The four round buttons lo...

Page 33: ...glows red whenever the control and the vehicle ignition switch are both ON the electrical connections to the snowplow are completed and the plow power switch is in the PLOWING position The ON OFF swit...

Page 34: ...g idle for 20 minutes To reactivate the control after a shutdown move the ON OFF switch to OFF then back to ON Optional Control Features The control ships from the factory with the smooth stop feature...

Page 35: ...stop the blade at the desired height FLOAT Move the control lever to the LOWER position and hold 3 4 second to activate this mode The FLOAT light in the upper right corner of the control face will ill...

Page 36: ...the blade right NOTE If a control function times out before desired blade movement is complete release the lever to the center position then move it back into the desired function SECURITY GUARD Syst...

Page 37: ...ion The ON OFF button operates as an emergency stop if required Function Time Outs To limit the amount of electrical energy required from the vehicle all control functions except LOWER FLOAT time out...

Page 38: ...ovements described in the table Function Description of Operation RAISE Press this button to raise the blade and cancel the FLOAT mode LOWER Press this button to lower the blade Release the button to...

Page 39: ...ade The right wing retracts while the left wing extends NOTE If a control function times out before desired blade movement is complete release the button and press it again BUCKET BLADE Compact Blade...

Page 40: ...Press this button on the left side of the control to move the left wing The first time the button is pressed after the control is turned ON or another function is used the wing will extend Repeated us...

Page 41: ...icator light glows red whenever the control and the vehicle ignition switch are both ON the electrical connections to the snowplow are completed and the plow power switch is in the PLOWING position Th...

Page 42: ...g idle for 20 minutes To reactivate the control after a shutdown move the ON OFF switch to OFF then back to ON Optional Control Features The control ships from the factory with the smooth stop feature...

Page 43: ...lower the blade Release the lever to stop the blade at the desired height FLOAT Move the control lever to the LOWER position and hold 3 4 second to activate this mode The FLOAT light in the upper righ...

Page 44: ...ET BLADE Compact Blade Positions Moving the control lever from the center position toward the words BUCKET BLADE or COMPACT on the face of the control body will cause both wings to move at the same ti...

Page 45: ...GUARD System in this section for more information Function Description of Operation L WING IN OUT Move the control lever toward the left side of LOWER on the control face to move the left wing The fir...

Page 46: ...rolled programmable features These include SECURITY GUARD electrical anti theft system Smooth stop soft stop One touch FLOAT These features are offered to give you the ability to secure your snowplow...

Page 47: ...ion switch to the ON or ACCESSORY position The control backlight will illuminate It is not necessary to start the vehicle 2 Verify that the control power indicator is OFF If the power indicator light...

Page 48: ...owplow is locked 4 Enter the 4 digit security code Once you have entered your 4 digit security code the FLOAT light will stop flashing and the power indicator light will turn OFF This indicates that y...

Page 49: ...ight will illuminate 2 If the snowplow is locked the control power indicator light will be flashing at a fast rate unlock the snowplow by following the Manual Unlock procedure 3 Move the ON OFF switch...

Page 50: ...ntrol other than the one with the assigned 4 digit security code to enter the security code before the snowplow can be activated Once the security code is established the SECURITY GUARD system recogni...

Page 51: ...m the following steps Performing the sequence multiple times will toggle the feature between enabled and disabled OPERATING YOUR SNOWPLOW Enable Disable Procedure 1 Turn the vehicle ignition switch to...

Page 52: ...nable Disable Procedure 1 Turn the vehicle ignition switch to the ON or ACCESSORY position The control backlight will illuminate It is not necessary to start the vehicle OPERATING YOUR SNOWPLOW 2 Veri...

Page 53: ...IONS The SPEEDWING snowplow can be used in three basic plowing positions Scoop Blade When blade is moved to straight across orientation both wings automatically angle into scoop position Windrow Blade...

Page 54: ...ided 1 Fully angle the blade to one side Lower the blade and turn the plow control and vehicle ignition OFF 2 Standing behind the blade install a 3 4 x 9 1 9 cm x 23 cm clevis pin down through the hol...

Page 55: ...ht blade POWER PLOW BLADE POSITIONS The POWER PLOW snowplow can be used in four basic plowing positions NOTE Always transport the POWER PLOW snowplow with both wings fully retracted BUCKET BLADE Scoop...

Page 56: ...OW Windrow Blade One wing moved OUT to extended position and the other wing moved OUT to scoop position for cleaning up windrows WIDE PASS Blade Move both wings moved OUT to extended position to creat...

Page 57: ...ring transport place the blade halfway between the straight and compact vee positions The BUCKET BLADE scoop position is NOT RECOMMENDED during transport The HDV snowplow can be used in five basic plo...

Page 58: ...PLOW Angled Blade Move one wing OUT and the other wing IN to form an angled blade in either direction for general plowing and widening Compact Vee Blade Move both wings IN toward the vehicle for initi...

Page 59: ...PLOW BUCKET BLADE Scoop Position Extend both wings out and away from the vehicle to form a scoop to carry snow with minimum spilloff Dogleg Blade Move one wing to straight blade position and the other...

Page 60: ...nd disconnecting the electrical plugs should switch between the vehicle and snowplow headlamps as follows Electrical plugs DISCONNECTED Vehicle headlamps function normally Electrical plugs CONNECTED V...

Page 61: ...njured OPERATING YOUR SNOWPLOW HYDRAULIC SYSTEM Hydraulic Fluid For hydraulic fluid type and filling instructions see Annual Fluid Change under Hydraulic System in the Maintenance section of this manu...

Page 62: ...ll IN clockwise to decrease drop speed Turn the quill OUT counterclockwise to increase drop speed 4 Stand 8 feet 2 4 m clear of the blade when checking drop speed adjustment 5 Replace the hydraulic un...

Page 63: ...m h Further reduce speed under adverse travel conditions NOTE Always transport the POWER PLOW snowplow with both wings fully retracted 1 Completely raise the blade 2 Adjust the blade height for maximu...

Page 64: ...ns Drive defensively Do not drink then drive or plow snow Plow or drive only when you have good visibility for operating a vehicle If you cannot see well due to snow or icy conditions you will need to...

Page 65: ...to prevent damage to product or property WARNING Never plow snow with head out the vehicle window Sudden stops or protruding objects could cause personal injury PLOWING SNOW OPERATING YOUR SNOWPLOW NO...

Page 66: ...te 3 Do not exceed 10 mph 16 km h when plowing snow 4 When you are stacking snow begin raising the blade as you come close to the stack This will let the blade ride up the stack Hard Packed Snow 1 Rai...

Page 67: ...ehind the rear axle Do not exceed the vehicle s GVWR and GAWR 6 For increased traction use tire chains where legal Clearing Driveways 1 Head into the driveway with the blade angled and plow the snow a...

Page 68: ...ise until the area is cleared and snow is stacked around the outer edges 4 If snow is too deep to clear in the above manner clear the main traffic lanes as much as possible PARKING WITH SNOWPLOW ATTAC...

Page 69: ...PEEDWING POWER PLOW or straight blades must be in the straight position when attaching or detaching the snowplow NOTE The HDV blade must be in the compact vee position when attaching or detaching the...

Page 70: ...aulic unit turns OFF 5 Unplug electrical harnesses NOTE After each use of the snowplow reapply dielectric grease to the electrical plugs to maintain the protective coating on the terminals NOTE Reinst...

Page 71: ...72 May 15 2022 DETACHING SNOWPLOW FROM VEHICLE STORAGE Actual configuration varies by model POWER PLOW SPEEDWING and Straight Blades Blade Hitch Pin Holes Hitch Pin Receiver Pins Headgear Slots Headg...

Page 72: ...Lit No 89451 Rev 05 73 May 15 2022 Blade Hitch Pin Holes Hitch Pin Receiver Pins Headgear Slots Headgear Receiver DETACHING SNOWPLOW FROM VEHICLE STORAGE HDV Blade Blade in compact vee position...

Page 73: ...signed to be moved into a storage location using your vehicle and snowplow attaching system For easier attaching of the snowplow store it on a hard level surface CAUTION On 2 plug electrical systems p...

Page 74: ...tedly or damaging hydraulic components Failure to do this could result in serious personal injury Clean and tighten all electrical connections and coat with dielectric grease to prevent corrosion Chec...

Page 75: ...and the hitch pin and stand pin grease zerks with general purpose petroleum grease MAINTENANCE Check headlamps auxiliary lights heater and windshield wipers for proper operation Inspect and test your...

Page 76: ...procedures described in the following Cutting Edge Wear and Leveling Adjustment section MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT Your SnowEx snowplow is designed for rugged dependable service However like the vehic...

Page 77: ...per should pass between the second and third coils When the proper tension is reached tighten the locknut Blade Finish If the powder coat finish is nicked or scratched repair the surface and paint wit...

Page 78: ...Engineers SAE pertinent to headlamp aiming in specification SAE J599d 3 Prepare vehicle for headlamp aim or inspection Before checking beam aim the inspector will a Remove ice or mud from under fende...

Page 79: ...the top edge of the high intensity zone of the snowplow lower beam below the horizontal centerline and the left edge of the high intensity zone on the vertical centerline for each snowplow headlamp R...

Page 80: ...lems and product damage 1 With the Automatixx system attached to the vehicle lower the blade to the ground Turn the control OFF 2 Remove the hydraulic cover 3 Slowly remove the fill plug to check or a...

Page 81: ...Your Snowplow section of this manual 2 Lower the blade to the ground For SPEEDWING blades move the blade to the scoop position so both wings are forward For POWER PLOW and HDV blades fully retract the...

Page 82: ...below the top of the fill pipe Replace the fill plug MAINTENANCE 7 Remove air by turning the control ON and fully angling the blade to the left and right several times Turn the control OFF 8 Add fluid...

Page 83: ...the blade to drop unexpectedly or damaging hydraulic components Failure to do this could result in serious personal injury that the rear of the plow is adequately supported 2 Lower the snowplow comple...

Page 84: ...ds 4 Unscrew the fitting to the proper position no more than one full turn 5 Using two wrenches hold the fitting body in position and tighten the jam nut until the washer again contacts the port face...

Page 85: ...nd fuse replacement is necessary the replacement fuse must be of the same type and amperage rating as the original Installing a fuse with a higher rating can damage the system and could start a fire M...

Page 86: ...all be disposed of according to local regulations The balance of the parts made of plastic shall be disposed of in a customary manner BLADE FINISH If the powder coat finish is nicked or scratched repa...

Page 87: ...ets for repair information or visit us online at www snowexproducts com Our website has a complete listing of authorized outlets in your area as well as a complete library of Parts Lists Mechanic s Gu...

Page 88: ...b Wt kg 6 8 6800LT 301 136 7 2 7200LT 308 140 7 6 7600RD 404 183 8 8000RD 413 187 7 6 7600HD 728 330 8 8000HD 744 5 338 8 6 8600HD 761 5 345 9 9000HD 779 5 353 8 6 8600SW SPEEDWING 889 5 403 8 10 8100...

Page 89: ...R PLOW 8611 Blade Widths 103 2 62 m scoop 100 2 54 m windrow 8 6 2 59 m 9 6 2 9 m 7 6 2 29 m 8 2 44 m retracted 10 3 05 m expanded width 9 2 74 m BUCKET BLADE 8 6 2 59 m retracted 11 3 35 m expanded w...

Page 90: ...200LT 7600RD 8000RD HD Blade Widths 7 6 2 29 m 7 6 2 29 m 8 2 44 m 7 6 2 29 m 8 2 44 m 8 6 2 59 m Accessories Cutting Edges 3 8 Steel 1 4 Steel 1 Poly 5 16 Steel 3 8 Steel 1 2 Steel 1 2 Steel Rubber D...

Page 91: ...0 psi Plowing Relief Valve 4550 4650 psi 4000 psi Back Dragging Relief Valve 3650 3750 psi Wing Plowing Relief Valves 1700 psi Motor Diameter 4 5 11 4 cm 3 7 6 cm 3 7 6 cm 4 5 11 4 cm 4 5 11 4 cm Moto...

Page 92: ...turer may require or recommend optional equipment for snow removal Do not exceed vehicle ratings with a snowplow This product is manufactured under the following US patents 7 134 227 7 400 058 7 681 3...

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