Western Snowplows Midweight Series, Mechanic'S Manual

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Lit. No. 48163, Rev. 00 March 15, 2016
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INTRODUCTION
This guide has been prepared to assist the
trained mechanic in the service of WESTERN
®
straight blade snowplows. It also provides safety
information and recommendations.
We urge all mechanics to read this manual carefully
before attempting to service the WESTERN
snowplow equipment covered by this guide.
Service of your WESTERN snowplow equipment
is best performed by your local Western Products
outlet. They know your snowplow best and are
interested in your complete satisfaction.
Recommended Tools
• Long/slender needle-nose pliers
• Flat screwdriver
• 12V test light
• Torque wrench
• Allen wrench set, including 3/8"
• Combination standard wrench set
• 1/4" drive ratchet set with 6" extension
• 3/8" drive ratchet set
• Deep socket: 7/8"
• Standard socket: 1"
• 11/16" tappet wrench
• 1-1/2" socket and wrench
• Angle-head wrenches: 15° & 60°
• Digital volt/ohmmeter
• Ammeter
•
Flashlight
• Pick set
• Hammer
•
Pencil magnet
• TORX
®
drivers: T20 & T30
• Mini fuses: 4 amp (all)
• 10-amp (3-port module)
• Vacuum pump w/3/8" NPT barbed fitting
• 3/8" NPT plug
WESTERN Service Kits Available:
• Hydraulic Pressure Test Kit (PN 56679)
• Motor Bearing Sleeve Repair Kit, PN 64589
(Requires 3/8-24 x 4 hex cap screw,
not included.)
• Pump Shaft Seal Repair Kit (PN 28856)
(Requires 1/4-28 x 4-1/2 hex cap screw,
not included.)
• Isolation Module 10-Pin Test Connector
(PN 28957)
• Plow Module Diagnostic Harness Kit
(PN 29290-1)
• Poppet Seat Service Tool (PN 28530)
TORX
®
is a registered (
®
) trademark of Textron, Inc.