SnowEx UTV V-Plow Series, Installation Instructions Manual

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Lit. No. 78520/78521/78522, Rev. 01 8 April 1, 2019
1. Turn the control ON and raise and lower the
snowplow several times. With the snowplow in
the raised position, fully angle the plow from right
to left several times. Activate the control FLOAT
function and make sure the blade is lowered
completely to the ground. Turn the control OFF.
2. Remove the breather and check the fl uid level.
The fl uid level should be 1-1/2" to 2" below the fi ll
hole. If additional fl uid is needed, add hydraulic
fl uid to –40°F (–40°C), or other fl uid conforming
to Military Speci fi cation MIL-H-5606 A, such as
Mobil Aero HFA or Shell AeroShell
®
Fluid 4 until
fl uid is 1-1/2" to 2" below the fi ll hole.
NOTE: Loosen the breather slowly to relieve any
pressure in the reservoir.
NOTE: Add fl uid only when the blade is resting
fully on the ground.
3. Replace and tighten the breather.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
HYDRAULIC UNIT
The hydraulic system comes from the factory
preassembled, partially
fi lled, and fully tested.
1. Attach the snowplow to the vehicle according to
the instructions on the back of the blade.
2. Remove the cover from the hydraulic unit. Remove
and discard the factory-installed pipe plug from
the top of the reservoir and install the breather.
CAUTION
Do not mix different types of hydraulic fl uid.
Some fl uids are not compatible and may
cause performance problems and product
damage.
WARNING
Keep 8' clear of the blade when it is being
raised, lowered, or angled. Do not stand
between vehicle and blade or directly in front
of the blade. If the blade hits or drops on you,
you could be seriously injured.
WARNING
To prevent accidental movement of the blade,
always turn the control OFF whenever the
snowplow is not in use. The power indicator
light will turn OFF.
AeroShell ® is a registered trademark ( ® ) of Shell Oil Company.
Breather/Fill Plug
Reservoir
Drain Plug