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Lit. No. 72444, Rev. 05

April 1, 2021

OPERATING YOUR SNOWPLOW

DRIVING AND PLOWING ON SNOW
AND ICE

Refer to vehicle owner's manual instructions for
driving in snow and ice conditions. Remember,
when you drive on snow or ice, your wheels will
not get good traction. You cannot accelerate as
quickly, turning is more di

ﬃ

cult, and you will need

longer braking distance.

Wet and hard-packed snow or ice o

ﬀ

ers the worst

tire traction. It is very easy to lose control. You will
have di

ﬃ

culty accelerating. If you do get moving,

you may have poor steering and di

ﬃ

cult braking,

which can cause you to slide out of control.

Here are some tips for driving in these conditions:

• 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 slow down and keep
more space between you and other vehicles.

• Slow down, especially on higher-speed roads.

Your headlamps can light up only so much
road ahead.

WARNING

Drinking and then driving or plowing is
very dangerous. Your re

exes, perceptions,

attentiveness, and judgment can be
a

ﬀ

ected by even a small amount of alcohol.

You can have a serious or even fatal
collision if you drive after drinking. Please
do not drink and then drive or plow.

Summary of Contents for UltraMount 2

Page 1: ...l before operating or servicing snowplow This document supersedes all editions with an earlier date SNOWPLOW SNOWPLOW OWNER S MANUAL OWNER S MANUAL Original Instructions Original Instructions April 1 2021 Lit No 72444 Rev 05 ...

Page 2: ...Dealer Address _______________________________________________________________________ Vehicle Model Year ___________________________________________________________________ Snowplow Model Year _________________________________________________________________ Snowplow Type Size ___________________________________________ Weight ___________ lb kg Ballast No ___ Yes ___ Amount____________lb kg FloSt...

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Page 4: ...PLUS Blades 23 MVP 3 Blades 23 PRODIGY Blades 24 WIDE OUT WIDE OUT XL Blades 24 A Frame T Frame Quadrant Lift Frame 25 PRODIGY WIDE OUT WIDE OUT XL Straight Blades 25 MVP PLUS MVP 3 ENFORCER Blades 25 Snowplow Weights 26 Snowplow Headlamps 27 NIGHTHAWK Headlamps 27 NIGHTHAWK LED Headlamps with EdgeView Technology 27 Vehicle Mount 28 FloStat Hydraulic System 29 System Capacity 31 Pump Motor Specifi...

Page 5: ...tem 58 SECURITY GUARD System 59 Smooth Stop Soft Stop 63 One Touch FLOAT 64 V Plow Blade Positions 65 PRODIGY Blade Positions 68 WIDE OUT WIDE OUT XL Blade Positions 70 Snowplow Headlamp Check 73 Shoe Adjustment 74 Hydraulic System 77 Hydraulic Fluid 77 Relief Valves 77 Blade Drop Speed Adjustment 77 Angle Ram Adjustment ENFORCER 79 Transporting the Snowplow 81 Driving and Plowing on Snow and Ice ...

Page 6: ... Wear and Leveling Adjustment 101 MVP PLUS MVP 3 Cutting Edges 101 PRODIGY Wing Cutting Edges 103 TABLE OF CONTENTS Hydraulic System Maintenance 104 Fluid Level 104 Annual Fluid Change 106 House Routing Diagrams 108 Air Removal 113 Hose or Fitting Replacement 114 Installing Hydraulic Fittings and Hoses 115 Fuse Replacement 116 Snowplow Vehicle Battery Best Practices 117 Vehicle 118 Recycle 118 Bla...

Page 7: ...sible It is a handy reference in case minor service is required Your WESTERN snowplow FloStat hydraulic unit has a serial number Record this number along with the blade serial number on the Snowplow Owner Data Sheet at the front of this manual Before using your WESTERN snowplow make sure that your vehicle is equipped with all the vehicle manufacturer s and our required options for plowing The illu...

Page 8: ...nal equipment reliability and eﬃciency is to purchase only genuine Factory Original parts and accessories Will fit parts and accessories can alter your snowplow s performance characteristics and may aﬀect your product warranty Protect your investment by staying with the best original WESTERN parts and accessories from your local WESTERN outlet ...

Page 9: ...outlet 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 WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that if not avoided could result in death or serious personal injury CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that if not avoided may result in minor or mod...

Page 10: ...d Owner s Manual for complete instructions STEP 2 STEP 3 STEP 2 STEP 1 Handle Stand Hook Pull Lock Pin Receiver Pin 69661 05 Pull and hold Lock Pin out then rotate Handle DOWN and release Lock Pin It must lock into LOWER hole Push top of Shoe DOWN Shoe will be on the ground MOUNTING PLOW ON REMOVING PLOW OFF U S patents 6 145 222 6 209 231 6 526 677 6 711 837 6 928 757 6 941 685 7 400 058 7 430 82...

Page 11: ...21 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 to 7 Digit Blade Assembly PN YYMMDDLLXXXXZZZZZ ZZZZZ zzzzz YYMMDDLLXXXXZZZZZ Serial Number Label ...

Page 12: ...ctedly 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 operating or servicing snowplow CAUTION Plowing speed should not exceed 10 mph 16 km h CAUTION See your WESTERN outlet for application recommendations CAUTION Transport speed should not exceed 45 mph 72 k...

Page 13: ...placement including fuse ratings and locations is located in the Maintenance section of this Owner s Manual PERSONAL SAFETY Remove the ignition key and put the vehicle in PARK or in gear to prevent others from starting the vehicle during installation or service Wear only snug fitting clothing while working on your vehicle or snowplow Do not wear jewelry or a necktie and secure long hair Wear safet...

Page 14: ...ay 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 flammable and gasoline vapor is explosive Never smoke while working on vehicle Keep all open flames away from gasoline tank and lines Wipe up any spilled gasoline immediately WARNING Vehicle exhaust conta...

Page 15: ...to 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 near a battery always cover your face and protect your eyes and also provide ventilation Batteries contain sulfuric acid which burns skin eyes and clothing Disconnect the battery before removing or...

Page 16: ...endations before installation The Quick Match selection system has specific vehicle and snowplow requirements WESTERN Quick 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 of front seat occupant weight Weight of front seat occupants can be adjusted above 300 lb but vehic...

Page 17: ...it be secured properly behind the rear axle A ballast retainer kit is available from your WESTERN outlet PN 62849 NOTE The ballast retainer kit is for snowplow vehicles requiring ballast See your WESTERN outlet for the correct amount of ballast required Include the weight of the retainer as part of the ballast requirement Sand bags are recommended for use as ballast Position and secure ballast as ...

Page 18: ...nd stand leg The holes will accept 1 2 trailer hitch pin locks which are available at most auto supply or trailer equipment stores These holes used with locks may be used to secure the snowplow assembly on or oﬀ the truck to deter theft The snowplow shall be installed according to instructions supplied WESTERN outlets are trained to provide this service and other services for this snowplow Actual ...

Page 19: ...ecular weight polyethylene sheet that is supported with structural steel WESTERN blades have replaceable high carbon steel cutting edges bolted to the bottom Straight blade PRODIGY WIDE OUT and WIDE OUT XL cutting edges should be replaced when worn to the bottom edge of the blade MVP PLUS MVP 3 and ENFORCER cutting edges should be replaced when worn to within 1 of the carriage bolts See the Mainte...

Page 20: ...e DEFENDER compact plow features a powder coated steel moldboard that is 23 tall and available in 6 8 and 7 2 widths for rugged snow plowing performance without the extra weight The DEFENDER snowplow comes standard with a high carbon steel cutting edge that reduces wear and extends the life of the blade Steel or poly cutting edge kits a rubber deflector curb guards and adjustable shoe kits are sol...

Page 21: ...e trucks steel or ULTRAFINISH powder coated steel Accessories include shoe kit rubber deflector curb guards 1 2 cutting edge kit back drag edge kit poly cutting edge kit HTS Blades The HTS snowplow is a full size full featured snowplow designed exclusively for half ton pickup trucks It handles light commercial institutional and extended use homeowner applications providing rugged pro like performa...

Page 22: ...ch as low curbs manhole covers etc without damaging the snowplow or vehicle or injuring the driver The trip springs need no adjustment and oﬀer protection in all blade wing positions Available accessories include a rubber deflector bolt on disc shoes blade wing extensions blade stops and a back drag edge MVP 3 Blades With its deep curl tapered wing design the MVP 3 blade takes Western Products pop...

Page 23: ...extend the width of your blade hydraulically allowing you to carry up to 35 more snow for increased plowing eﬃciency Positions include a retracted 8 width 10 expanded width and a scoop width of nearly 9 for the WIDE OUT blade and a retracted 8 6 width 11 expanded width and a scoop width of nearly 10 for the WIDE OUT XL blade Both blades can fully angle in the scoop position increasing capacity whi...

Page 24: ...in the Maintenance section of 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 mounted on the front of the lift frame The hoses remain connected to the hydraulic unit and the rams The snowplow headlamps are also attached to the lift frame MVP PLUS MVP 3 ENFORCER Blades The wing...

Page 25: ...US 825 374 7 6 HTS SS 410 186 7 6 MVP PLUS poly 797 362 7 6 MIDWEIGHT 538 244 8 6 MVP PLUS 878 398 7 6 MIDWEIGHT poly 530 240 8 6 MVP PLUS poly 845 383 7 6 PRO PLOW Series 2 651 295 9 6 MVP PLUS 986 447 7 6 POLY PRO PLOW Series 2 675 306 9 6 MVP PLUS poly 944 428 8 PRO PLOW Series 2 666 302 7 6 MVP 3 894 406 8 POLY PRO PLOW Series 2 688 312 7 6 MVP 3 poly 855 388 8 6 PRO PLOW Series 2 684 310 8 6 ...

Page 26: ... headlamps consist of a set of dual beam halogen headlamps plus combination park and turn signals A pre wired harness with a plug in module requires no headlamp wire splicing The headlamps conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards FMVSS NIGHTHAWK LED Snowplow Headlamps with EdgeView Technology The NIGHTHAWK LED snowplow headlamps with EdgeView technology are a set of rectangular solid opti...

Page 27: ...mount is fastened to the underside of the vehicle frame and provides the primary connecting point between the snowplow and the vehicle Receiver Bracket Vehicle Mount Receiver Bracket Hairpin Cotter Driver Side Receiver Shown Two removable receiver brackets are attached to the mount using pins and hairpin cotters The receiver brackets are easily removed to provide more road clearance during the non...

Page 28: ...lug Reservoir Valve Manifold Breather Quill Motor The HTS hydraulic unit has blade scrape lock circuitry built into it This feature resists a snowplow s tendency to float up as large amounts of snow build up in front of the blade while plowing deep snow or stacking snow into piles This feature is activated when the blade is in FLOAT and is factory set See your sales outlet for adjustment The HTS b...

Page 29: ...voir Valve Manifold Motor Drain Cap Fill Plug Motor Relay Breather Fill Plug Quill Valve Manifold Motor Relay Reservoir Motor Drain Cap Straight Blades are raised in approximately 3 seconds and angled side to side in approximately 6 seconds PRODIGY blades are raised in approximately 3 seconds and angled side to side in approximately 4 seconds The MVP PLUS and MVP 3 blades are both raised in approx...

Page 30: ...Plug Motor Reservoir Drain Plug Valve Manifold The DEFENDER compact plow s hydraulic system gives you full control of the snowplow from the driver s seat Two single acting hydraulic rams hold the blade at the desired angle The blade is raised in approximately 4 seconds and angled side to side in approximately 3 seconds The hydraulic unit s manifold has built in blade scrape lock circuitry This fea...

Page 31: ...100R17 Pump Motor Specifications MVP PLUS MVP 3 Blades 12V DC with Connection 2200 2300 psi Pump Relief Valve 7 6 8 6 9 6 4550 4650 psi Plowing Relief Valve 3650 3750 psi Back Dragging Relief Valve 10 6 3450 3550 psi Plowing Relief Valve 3150 3250 psi Back Dragging Relief Valve 4 5 dia 1 5 kW Motor 0 000652 gal rev Pump Hydraulic Hose 1 4 SAE 100R1 and 3 8 SAE 100R17 WIDE OUT WIDE OUT XL Blades 12...

Page 32: ... Hose 1 4 SAE 100R1 and 3 8 SAE 100R17 DEFENDER Compact Plow Blades 12V DC with Connection 1750 psi Pump Relief Valve 4000 psi Angling Relief Valve 3 0 dia 0 8 kW Motor 0 000208 gal rev Pump Hydraulic Hose SAE 100R1 ENFORCER Blades 12V DC with Connection 2200 2300 psi Pump Relief Valve 3400 psi Plowing Relief Valve 2200 psi Back Dragging Relief Valve 3 0 dia 0 8 kW Motor 0 000477 gal rev Pump Hydr...

Page 33: ...show when the control is powered up The controls are powered by the vehicle s battery so your vehicle ignition key switch must be ON to use the controls The ON OFF switch on the cab control allows you to turn OFF the control and prevent blade movement even when the ignition switch is ON The control ON OFF switch serves as an emergency stop if required All controls are protected by a replaceable fu...

Page 34: ...TO KNOW YOUR SNOWPLOW PRODIGY DEFENDER Straight Blade Controls Power Indicator Light red ON OFF Button emergency stop ON OFF Switch emergency stop PRODIGY DEFENDER Straight Blade Hand Held Control PRODIGY DEFENDER Straight Blade Joystick Control ...

Page 35: ...MVP PLUS MVP 3 ENFORCER WIDE OUT WIDE OUT XL Blade Controls Power Indicator Light red ON OFF Button emergency stop ON OFF Switch emergency stop MVP PLUS MVP 3 ENFORCER WIDE OUT WIDE OUT XL Hand Held Control MVP PLUS MVP 3 ENFORCER WIDE OUT WIDE OUT XL Joystick Control ...

Page 36: ...d removes all types of snow quickly and cleanly CARBIDE STEEL CUTTING EDGE Carbide steel edges provide superior durability and performance with longer wear compared to a traditional steel cutting edge Unmatched wear resistant properties ensure long life and exceptional performance BACK DRAG EDGE KIT The back drag edge is angled to guarantee a clean scrape every time when you back drag Constructed ...

Page 37: ...lades DIELECTRIC GREASE Specially formulated dielectric grease protects electrical connections in severe winter conditions Western Products recommends that snowplow owners apply dielectric grease to all electrical connections on a regular basis HIGH WEAR SHOES High wear shoes oﬀer maximum protection against blade and or base channel wear on rocky and or abrasive surfaces hard pack gravel For a com...

Page 38: ...ponents could allow the snowplow to drop unexpectedly NOTE The blade must be in the straight position when attaching or detaching the snowplow NOTE Use dielectric grease to prevent corrosion on all connections NOTE Use lubricant on connecting pins to ensure ease of attach detach 1 Verify that both connecting pins are pulled out and locked into the receiver notch 2 Slowly drive the vehicle forward ...

Page 39: ...Blade Stand Connecting Pin Receiver Headgear Slot Rear Receiver Pin Locking Hole Connecting Pin Hole Stand Handle Stand Stand Lock Pin Receiver Notch Connecting Pin MOUNTING SNOWPLOW TO VEHICLE 7 Verify that both connecting pins are engaged through all holes on the headgear and receivers 8 While holding the stand lock pin out use the stand handle to raise the stand Release the stand lock pin into ...

Page 40: ...snowplow horns fully seat inside the receiver brackets Turn the vehicle ignition to the OFF position Receiver Bracket Plow Horn Lock Pin Shoe Handle Stand 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 Inspect snowplow compon...

Page 41: ... will lift oﬀ the ground 2 Pull and hold the lock pin out then rotate the handle UP and release the lock pin It must lock into the UPPER hole The stand hook must grip the receiver pin 3 Repeat Steps 1 and 2 on other side of snowplow Not required for HTS blades 4 Connect the electrical plugs ON Shoe Handle ON Receiver Pin Stand Hook Handle pull Lock Pin ...

Page 42: ...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 automatically after a period of time The blade will coast to a stop NOTE If a control function times out before the desired blade movement is complete release the button and press it again RAISE LOWER R L ON OFF FLOAT...

Page 43: ...ription 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 stop the blade at desired height FLOAT Press the LOWER button and hold 0 75 second to activate FLOAT mode The FLOAT light in the upper left corner of the control face will illuminate The blade will lower to the ground surface and follow the cont...

Page 44: ...blade right NOTE If a control function times out before the desired blade movement is complete release the button and press it again SECURITY GUARD System 1 2 3 4 The four round buttons located to the left and right of the LOWER and RAISE buttons will operate the SECURITY GUARD system See SECURITY GUARD System in this section for more information OPERATING YOUR SNOWPLOW ...

Page 45: ...ition switch are both ON and the electrical connections to the snowplow are completed The ON OFF switch operates as an emergency stop if required WARNING To prevent accidental movement of the blade always move the ON OFF switch to OFF whenever the snowplow is not in use The power indicator light will turn OFF L R RAISE LOWER ON OFF FLOAT 1 2 3 4 Power Indicator Light red FLOAT Light green ON OFF S...

Page 46: ...te 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 enabled and the One Touch FLOAT feature disabled To change these default settings see Smooth Stop and One Touch FLOAT later in this section of the Owner s Manual Control Lever Movement From the center position the control lever can ...

Page 47: ... lever to stop the blade at desired height FLOAT Move the control lever to the LOWER position and hold 0 75 second to activate FLOAT mode The FLOAT light in the upper right corner of the control face will illuminate The blade will lower to the ground surface and follow the contour of the surface as it dips or rises Function does not time out however the control will shut down after 20 minutes of n...

Page 48: ...le the blade right NOTE If a control function times out before the desired blade movement is complete release the lever to the center position then move it back into the desired function SECURITY GUARD System 1 2 3 4 Moving the control lever diagonally from the center position toward any of the four digits on the face of the control body will operate the SECURITY GUARD system See SECURITY GUARD Sy...

Page 49: ...ired Function Time Outs All control functions except LOWER FLOAT time out stop automatically after a period of time This is to limit the amount of electrical energy required from the vehicle NOTE If a control function times out before the desired blade movement is complete release the button and press it again For snowplow specific function timeouts see the Timeout Table in the Appendix WARNING To...

Page 50: ...ements 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 stop blade at the desired height FLOAT Press the LOWER button and hold 0 75 second to activate this mode The FLOAT light in the upper left corner of the control face will illuminate The blade will lower...

Page 51: ...t wing extends MVP PLUS MVP 3 ENFORCER NOTE If a control function times out before the desired blade movement is complete release the button and press it again SCOOP RETRACT Blade and Wing Positions The two round buttons located to the left and right of the RAISE button move both wings at the same time into the blade positions described in the following table Function Description of Operation SCOO...

Page 52: ...ection for more information Function Description of Operation L WING 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 use of the same button without using another function results in movement in the opposite direction from the previous movement R WING...

Page 53: ...ion switch are both ON and the electrical connections to the snowplow are completed The ON OFF switch operates as an emergency stop if required WARNING To prevent accidental movement of the blade always move the ON OFF switch to OFF whenever the snowplow is not in use The power indicator light will turn OFF 3 4 2 1 L R RAISE LOWER ON OFF FLOAT SCOOP RETRACT WING WING Power Indicator Light red FLOA...

Page 54: ...r being 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 enabled and the One Touch FLOAT feature disabled To change these default settings see Smooth Stop and One Touch FLOAT later in this section of the Owner s Manual Control Lever Movement From the...

Page 55: ...eight FLOAT Move the control lever to the LOWER position and hold 0 75 second to activate FLOAT mode The FLOAT light in the upper right corner of the control face will illuminate 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 but the control will shut down after 20 minutes of nonuse Move the lever to the RAISE po...

Page 56: ...ing blade positions Moving the control lever from the center position toward the word WING on either side of the face of the control body will cause either wing to move independently of the other as described in the following table Function Description of Operation SCOOP Move the control lever toward the word SCOOP on the control face to extend both wings forward into the scoop position RETRACT Mo...

Page 57: ...n the control face The first time the lever is moved into the slot after the control is turned ON or another function is used the wing will extend Repeated use of the lever in the same slot without using another function toggles blade movement in opposite directions FLEET FLEX Electrical System Your UltraMount 2 system snowplow comes standard with user controlled programmable features These includ...

Page 58: ... 1 Turn the vehicle ignition switch to the ON or ACCESSORY position It is not necessary to start the vehicle 2 Verify that the control power indicator is OFF If the power indicator light is red the control is ON Move the ON OFF switch to OFF or push the ON OFF button to turn the control OFF 3 To activate the SECURITY GUARD mode move the control lever to the 1 position or press the 1 button four co...

Page 59: ...ered the power indicator light will change from rapid flashing to steady ON to indicate that the snowplow has been successfully unlocked 5 After 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 your 4 digit security code is entered and stored in the SECURITY GUARD system NOTE If the control is turned ON p...

Page 60: ...nlock the snowplow by following the Manual Unlock procedure described above 3 Move the ON OFF switch to the OFF position or push the ON OFF button to switch the control OFF Verify that the power indicator light is OFF 4 With the control OFF move the control lever to the 2 position or press the 2 button four consecutive times then move the lever to the 3 position or press the 3 button four consecut...

Page 61: ...ode to enter the security code before the snowplow can be activated Once the security code is established the system recognizes when a control programmed with the same security code is attached and does not require a manual unlock to activate the snowplow The system will recognize the control as safe and will automatically unlock The SECURITY GUARD system is only fully functional with joystick con...

Page 62: ...lowing steps Performing the sequence multiple times will toggle the feature between enabled and disabled Enable Disable Procedure 1 Turn the vehicle ignition switch to the ON or ACCESSORY position It is not necessary to start the vehicle 2 Verify that the control power indicator is OFF If the power indicator light is red the control is ON Move the ON OFF switch to OFF or push the ON OFF button to ...

Page 63: ...le the feature between enabled and disabled Enable Disable Procedure 1 Turn the vehicle ignition switch to the ON or ACCESSORY position It is not necessary to start the vehicle 2 Verify that the control power indicator is OFF If the power indicator light is red the control is ON Move the ON OFF switch to OFF or push the ON OFF button to turn the control OFF 3 Move and hold the control lever to the...

Page 64: ...ance during transport place the blade halfway between the straight and retracted vee positions The scoop position is NOT RECOMMENDED during transport The V plow snowplows can be used in five basic plowing positions Straight Blade Move both wings to form a straight blade for wide path plowing or stacking snow ...

Page 65: ...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 Retracted Vee Blade Move both wings IN toward the vehicle for initial break through plowing and plowing paths or walkways ...

Page 66: ...ING YOUR SNOWPLOW Scoop Blade Move both wings OUT 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 OUT to scoop blade position for clean up of windrows ...

Page 67: ...ITIONS The PRODIGY 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 Angled Blade The wings automatically adjust in and out as the blade is angled left or right ...

Page 68: ...Secure the pin with an 1 8 hairpin cotter 4 Repeat Steps 1 3 on the opposite side OPERATING YOUR SNOWPLOW Straight Blade Option The wings may be pinned in position to operate as a straight blade using the hardware provided 1 Fully angle the blade to one side Lower the blade and turn the plow control and vehicle ignition OFF 3 4 x 9 Clevis Pin 1 8 Hairpin Cotter ...

Page 69: ...SITIONS The WIDE OUT and WIDE OUT XL snowplows can be used in four basic plowing positions NOTE Always transport the WIDE OUT and WIDE OUT XL snowplows with both wings fully retracted OPERATING YOUR SNOWPLOW Retracted Blade Move both wings IN to form a straight blade ...

Page 70: ...ATING YOUR SNOWPLOW Scoop Blade Move both wings OUT and ahead of the vehicle to form a scoop to carry snow with minimum spilloﬀ Dogleg Blade Move one wing to extended position and the other OUT to scoop blade position for clean up of windrows ...

Page 71: ...Lit No 72444 Rev 05 72 April 1 2021 Extended Blade Move both wings OUT straight for an extra wide blade for clearing large areas OPERATING YOUR SNOWPLOW ...

Page 72: ...and disconnecting the electrical plugs should switch between the vehicle and snowplow headlamps as follows Electrical plugs DISCONNECTED Vehicle headlamps function normally Electrical plugs CONNECTED Vehicle headlamp functions transfer to the snowplow headlamps On some DRL systems both the vehicle and snowplow headlamps will function Aiming the Headlamps Aim the snowplow headlamps with the snowplo...

Page 73: ...al injury Adjustment Procedure 1 Raise the blade 1 foot oﬀ the road surface turn the control OFF and from in front of the blade place jack stands under the cutting edge 2 Turn the control ON and lower the blade onto the jack stands Turn the control and vehicle ignition OFF 3 Remove the linchpin and slide the shoe down and out of the shoe hole straight blades and MVP 3 or shoe holder MVP PLUS PRODI...

Page 74: ...remove the jack stands 8 Stand 8 feet clear of the blade when checking the height adjustment of the cutting edge to the road surface Washers Spacer Disc Shoe Linchpin Shoe Hole Straight Blade Linchpin Shoe Holder Washers Spacer Disc Shoe Optional MVP PLUS PRODIGY WIDE OUT WIDE OUT XL Disc Shoe Kit Optional MVP 3 Shoe Kit Actual configuration varies by model Actual configuration varies by model Lin...

Page 75: ...v 05 76 April 1 2021 OPERATING YOUR SNOWPLOW Linchpin Shoe Holder Washers Spacer Disc Shoe Optional PRO PLUS HD Shoe Kit Actual configuration varies by model Shoe Holder Pin Cotter Pin Shoe Optional ENFORCER Shoe Kit ...

Page 76: ...t hydraulic unit s valve manifold includes relief valves to prevent damage to the blade or vehicle if an obstacle is hit at either end of the blade When force against the blade causes the pressure in an extended ram to exceed set limits the relief valve opens allowing fluid to escape and the ram retracts The valves are preset at the factory and do not need any adjustments unless the valve manifold...

Page 77: ...ce section of this manual ENFORCER Blades OPERATING YOUR SNOWPLOW HTS Blades Remove the hydraulic unit cover DEFENDER Compact Plow Blades 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 Quill Quill Quill Quill ...

Page 78: ...able ground clearance for when the snowplow is fully raised and in full angled or retracted vee positions The angle rams are installed from the factory in the inner holes position A If additional ground clearance is desired reposition the rams to position B being sure to use the same corresponding hole for attaching each ram Failure to make the adjustment or failure to use the same corresponding h...

Page 79: ... and PRODIGY Blades Lift the hydraulic unit top cover retainer remove the bottom cover retainer and remove the side cover The quill in the valve manifold adjusts the blade drop speed Turn the quill IN clockwise OPERATING YOUR SNOWPLOW to decrease drop speed Turn the quill OUT counterclockwise to increase drop speed 3 Stand 8 feet clear of the blade when checking adjustment 4 Refer to Step 2 to rei...

Page 80: ...de to the straight position 4 Turn the control OFF to lock the blade in place NOTE Overheating is unlikely under normal driving conditions but occasionally the snowplow may be positioned where it deflects air away from the radiator If this occurs stop the vehicle and raise lower or angle the snowplow slightly to correct overheating NOTE Only the driver should be in the vehicle cab when the snowplo...

Page 81: ...cult braking which can cause you to slide out of control Here are some tips for driving in these conditions 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 slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles Slow down especially on higher sp...

Page 82: ...ers of clothing As you get warm you can take oﬀ layers CAUTION Wear a seat belt when plowing snow Hidden obstructions could cause the vehicle to stop suddenly resulting in personal injury CAUTION Flag any obstructions that are hard to locate under snow to prevent damage to product or property WARNING Never plow snow with head out the vehicle window Sudden stops or protruding objects could cause pe...

Page 83: ...hat you know of any obstructions hidden beneath the snow such as bumper stops in parking lots curbs sidewalk edges shrubs fences or pipes sticking up from the ground If you are unfamiliar with the area to be plowed have someone familiar with the area point out obstacles 2 If possible and you have good visibility plow during the storm rather than letting snow accumulate 3 Do not exceed 10 mph 16 km...

Page 84: ...o the fully retracted vee position and make an initial pass 2 Bite into the edges using only partial blade width until the job is cut down to size for full blade plowing Rule of thumb 6 of snow plow with entire blade width 9 of snow plow with 3 4 blade width 12 of snow plow with 1 2 of the blade For WIDE OUT and WIDE OUT XL blades in scoop position plow all depths with entire blade width Experienc...

Page 85: ...the remaining snow from the driveway Check municipal ordinances for proper disposal of snow Clearing Parking Lots 1 Clear areas in front of buildings first With the blade raised drive up to the building Drop the blade and back drag the snow away from the building When the snow is clear of the buildings turn the vehicle around and push the snow away from the buildings toward the outer edges of the ...

Page 86: ...K VEHICLE Do not use any snowplow components as an attachment point when retrieving towing or winching a disabled or stuck vehicle WARNING Lower the blade when the vehicle is parked Keep 8 clear of the blade 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 ...

Page 87: ...expectedly REMOVING SNOWPLOW OFF CAUTION Store PRO PLUS PRO PLUS HD PRO PLOW Series 2 MIDWEIGHT and PRODIGY A frame in a horizontal position This will prevent water from collecting and freezing in the shock absorber During the oﬀ season the control can be removed Disconnect the connector in the cab and store the control in the glove box of the vehicle 1 Drive the vehicle to the desired snowplow st...

Page 88: ...ever snowplow is disconnected Vehicle battery cable is 12V unfused source 6 DEFENDER Compact Plows Pull the stand lock pin out and let the stand drop to the ground Release the stand lock pin Verify that the stand is locked by trying to lift the stand Pull both connecting pins outward and rotate to lock into the receiver notches See page 92 The receivers can be detached from the vehicle if desired ...

Page 89: ...1 Blade Stand Connecting Pin Receiver Headgear Slot Rear Receiver Pin Locking Hole Connecting Pin Hole REMOVING SNOWPLOW FROM VEHICLE STORAGE Stand Handle Stand Stand Lock Pin Receiver Notch Connecting Pin Removing DEFENDER Compact Plow ...

Page 90: ...the snowplow not required for HTS or DEFENDER blades 8 Back the vehicle away OFF Receiver Pin Stand Hook Handle pull Lock Pin 9 Place electrical plugs in storage position Insert the plow cable and headlamp harness into the cable boot on the lift frame Install plug covers on the vehicle cable and headlamp harness STORAGE Your snowplow is designed to be moved into a storage location using your vehic...

Page 91: ...the cable boot and the driver s side of the lift frame 3 Remove and retain the two hairpin cotters washers and pins attaching the lift arm to the lift frame 4 Pivot the lift arm and lift ram forward and remove or replace the cover 5 Reassemble the lift arm to the lift frame with the pins washers and hairpin cotters removed in Step 3 6 Unhook the driver side lift chain from the lift frame and hook ...

Page 92: ...edly 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 Check hydraulic system for leaks and cracked or damaged hoses Drain the hydraulic system and refill with recommended hydraulic fluid For hydraulic fluid type and filling instructions see Annual Fluid Change under Hydraulic Sys...

Page 93: ...and paint blade and components as needed Always store MVP PLUS MVP 3 and ENFORCER snowplows with blades in retracted vee position This exposes the minimum amount of angle ram rod and captures the least amount of hydraulic fluid in the system Be sure the lift ram is fully collapsed so the rod is not exposed Not required for HTS blades Apply general purpose petroleum grease to exposed chrome surface...

Page 94: ...n the Quick Match selection system The following steps are those listed as pertinent to headlamp aiming by the Society of Automotive Engineers SAE in specification SAE J599d 1 Prepare the vehicle for headlamp aim or inspection Before checking beam aim the inspector will a Remove ice or mud from under fenders b Set tire inflation pressures to the values specified on vehicle information label c Chec...

Page 95: ...3 Align 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 Refer to diagram below Vertical centerline of DS snowplow headlamp Align with vehicle centerline Vertical centerline of PS snowplow headlamp Screen located 25 feet from snowplow headlamps Horizo...

Page 96: ...m the fuse holder located near the Y port of the headlamp control module installed in the vehicle engine compartment Remove the jumper fuse from the fuse holder and re insert it in the desired mode position as shown below Replace the fuse holder cover X Y HEADLAMP CONTROL MODULE Fuse Holder and Cover Headlamp Control Module Default ON Blade edge lights illuminate when plow has power FLT Blade edge...

Page 97: ...tached to Vehicle 1 Lower the blade to the ground Place the control in FLOAT fully collapsing the lift ram Turn the control OFF 2 Remove and retain the two hairpin cotters washers and pins attaching the lift arm to the lift frame 3 Pivot the lift arm and lift ram forward and remove or replace the cover 4 Reassemble the lift arm to the lift frame with the pins washers and hairpin cotters removed in...

Page 98: ...ke sure that all fasteners mounting bolts and hydraulic connections are tight Pay particular attention to the 1 pivot bolt 3 Check all plugs and seals for hydraulic fluid leaks Repair as necessary 4 MVP PLUS MVP 3 and PRODIGY Wing Cutting Edges To equalize wear follow the procedures described in the Cutting Edge Wear and Leveling Adjustment section of this manual Pivot Bolt WARNING Lower the blade...

Page 99: ...e coils begin to separate When tension is properly adjusted a sheet of paper should pass between the second and third coils When the proper tension is reached tighten the locknut 7 Blade Finish If the powder coat finish is nicked or scratched repair the surface and paint with WESTERN red or black paint available in aerosol or quart can GREASING PIVOT PIN HINGE MVP 3 and ENFORCER snowplows Using a ...

Page 100: ... ballasted vehicle in the correct configuration MAINTENANCE 2 Vehicle and snowplow must be on a level surface 3 If the optional shoe kit has been installed on the blade remove the shoes during this adjustment procedure 4 Place the blade wings in scoop position on the ground with no tension on the lift chains 5 Remove and retain the rear fasteners holding the pushbeam to the T frame Loosen the fron...

Page 101: ...level surface across the full length of the cutting edge 8 Verify that the cutting edges remain in full contact with the ground while the wings are shifted from the scoop position to the retracted vee position 9 Reinstall the blade shoes if they were removed in Step 3 Complete this procedure as often as required to provide even cutting edge wear Replace the cutting edge s on your MVP PLUS or MVP 3...

Page 102: ...emove and retain the outer fastener 3 Lower the outer end of the cutting edge and reassemble the outer fastener in the lower hole 4 Tighten all fasteners to 150 ft lb Remove outer fastener and reinstall in lower hole Loosen inner fasteners 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 blade If the blade hi...

Page 103: ...ivate the control MAINTENANCE 2 For PRODIGY and straight blades any angle will do but for MVP PLUS MVP 3 ENFORCER WIDE OUT and WIDE OUT XL blades move the blade wings to the fully retracted vee position 3 Activate the control FLOAT function and manually collapse the lift ram all the way 4 Turn the control OFF CAUTION Do not mix diﬀerent kinds of hydraulic fluid Some fluids are not compatible and m...

Page 104: ...id level should be 1 1 2 2 below top of the reservoir Do not overfill Reinstall the fill plug Straight Blades ENFORCER MVP PLUS MVP 3 WIDE OUT WIDE OUT XL and PRODIGY Blades Fill the reservoir to the top of the fill hole and replace the fill plug For fluid recommendations see the following Annual Fluid Change section Fill Plug Drain Cap MVP PLUS MVP 3 PRODIGY WIDE OUT WIDE OUT XL Fill Plug Drain C...

Page 105: ...is manual NOTE Loosen the fill plug slowly to relieve any pressure in the reservoir 4 Remove the drain plug located in the bottom of the hydraulic reservoir for straight blades or the drain cap located on the fitting side of the hydraulic unit for MVP PLUS CAUTION Do not mix diﬀerent kinds of hydraulic fluid Some fluids are not compatible and may cause performance problems and product damage CAUTI...

Page 106: ...DE OUT XL and PRODIGY snowplows 5 Completely drain the reservoir and replace the drain plug cap 6 Carefully note hose routing and position of any protective hose wraps for proper reassembly NOTE Loosen the hose fittings slowly to relieve any pressure in the hoses 7 Remove the angle ram hoses from the fittings on the hydraulic unit and place them in a drain pan or suitable container See the followi...

Page 107: ...t No 72444 Rev 05 108 April 1 2021 MAINTENANCE Hose Routing Diagrams HTS Blades Straight Blades To PS Angle Ram To DS Angle Ram To Lift Ram Base To Lift Ram Rod To PS Angle Ram To DS Angle Ram To Lift Ram ...

Page 108: ...pril 1 2021 MVP PLUS To PS Rod front To DS Base rear To PS Base rear To Lift Ram To DS Rod front PS Ram Rod End PS Ram Base End DS Ram Base End DS Ram Rod End Lift Ram MAINTENANCE Hose Routing Diagrams continued ENFORCER Blades ...

Page 109: ...Y To PS Wing Rod To DS Angle Ram To PS Angle Ram To DS Wing Base To DS Wing Rod To PS Wing Base To Lift Ram MAINTENANCE To PS Rod front To DS Base rear To PS Base rear To Lift Ram To DS Rod front To DS Angle Ram To PS Angle Ram To Lift Ram Hose Routing Diagrams continued ...

Page 110: ...e any pressure in the reservoir c Turn the control ON and raise and lower the snowplow several times Activate the control FLOAT function and manually collapse the lift ram all the way after each lowering of the blade Turn the control OFF d Add more fluid as needed PRODIGY and Straight Blades Fill the reservoir to the top of the fill hole and replace the fill plug HTS Blades Fill to within 2 1 2 fr...

Page 111: ...lieve any pressure in the reservoir c Repeat Steps a and b for the passenger side wing d Turn the control ON and raise and lower the snowplow several times Activate the control FLOAT function and manually collapse the lift ram all the way after each lowering of the blade With all rams fully retracted turn the control OFF e Fill the reservoir to the top of the fill hole and replace the fill plug WA...

Page 112: ...oosen fill plug slowly to relieve any pressure in the reservoir c Turn the control ON Angle blade fully left and right and raise and lower the snowplow several times Activate the control FLOAT function and manually collapse the lift ram all the way after each lowering of the blade With all rams fully retracted turn the control OFF d Fill the reservoir to the top of the fill hole and replace the fi...

Page 113: ...sen the fill plug slowly to relieve any pressure in the reservoir 3 Carefully note the hose routing and position of any protective hose wraps for proper reassembly Loosen hoses or fittings slowly to relieve any residual pressure 4 To remove a hose loosen and unscrew the hose flare nut from the fitting 5 To remove a fitting loosen the jam nut and unscrew the fitting from the port WARNING Lower the ...

Page 114: ...der of the jam nut threads 4 Unscrew the fitting to the proper position no more than one full turn 5 Using a wrench and pliers hold the fitting body in position and tighten the jam nut until the washer again contacts the port face then tighten an additional 1 8 to 1 4 turn to lock the fitting in place Final torque on the jam nut should be approximately 20 ft lb Procedure for Installing Hydraulic H...

Page 115: ...o port B on the hydraulic unit module and 6 solenoid harness to port C each contain two 4A fuses The ENFORCER hydraulic unit harness system contains one 5A fuse in the 3 coil port C harness and two 5A fuses in the 4 coil port B harness The PRODIGY HTS and straight blade hydraulic unit harness systems contain two 4A automotive style fuses in the 3 solenoid harness to port B on the hydraulic unit mo...

Page 116: ...n deep cycle depletion of the battery charge If the battery charge level is low or questionable hook up a battery charger when the vehicle is not in use If the battery cannot achieve or maintain a full charge replace it On dual battery vehicles always replace both batteries even if only one of them is bad Avoid leaving the snowplow vehicle parked unused for three weeks or longer Parking a vehicle ...

Page 117: ...nish is nicked or scratched repair the blade surface with WESTERN red or black paint in aerosol or quart cans from your WESTERN outlet Clean and repaint parts as necessary MAINTENANCE EMERGENCY PARTS TOOLS We suggest that you keep a WESTERN Emergency Parts Kit PN 99100 in your vehicle This kit contains WESTERN hydraulic fluid dielectric grease common hoses pins clips fasteners and a motor relay Al...

Page 118: ...r repair information or visit us online at www westernplows com Our website has a complete listing of authorized outlets in your area as well as a complete library of Parts Lists Mechanic s Guides and service information to assist the qualified mechanic with repair Western Products does not recommend repairs by other than our factory trained outlets Failure to use an authorized outlet could aﬀect ...

Page 119: ...OUT Snowplow 3 5 3 25 3 25 5 5 4 5 3 75 3 25 3 75 3 25 WIDE OUT XL Snowplow 3 5 3 25 3 25 5 5 4 5 3 75 3 25 3 75 3 25 WESTERN Joystick Control PRODIGY 3 0 5 5 5 5 Straight Blades 3 0 5 5 5 5 DEFENDER Compact Plow 4 0 3 0 3 0 MVP Plus Snowplow 4 0 3 0 3 0 5 0 3 0 3 0 3 0 3 0 3 0 MVP 3 Snowplow 4 0 3 0 3 0 5 0 3 0 3 0 3 0 3 0 3 0 ENFORCER Snowplow 4 0 3 0 3 0 5 0 3 0 3 0 3 0 3 0 3 0 WIDE OUT Snowplo...

Page 120: ...s product is manufactured under the following US patents 6 941 685 7 134 227 7 400 058 7 430 821 7 737 576 9 200 418 9 822 563 10 793 056 CAN patents 2 354 257 2 358 145 2 358 354 2 639 052 and other patents pending Western Products oﬀers a limited warranty for all snowplows and accessories See separately printed page for this important information The following are registered or unregistered trad...

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