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Straight Blade Snowplows

7600HD, 8000HD, 8600HD & 9000HD

Owner's Manual

May 1, 2021

Lit. No. 40694, Rev. 04

This manual supersedes all editions with an earlier date.

CAUTION

Read this manual before operating or
servicing snowplow.

A DIVISION OF DOUGLAS DYNAMICS, LLC

Summary of Contents for Blizzard 7600HD

Page 1: ...00HD 8000HD 8600HD 9000HD Owner s Manual May 1 2021 Lit No 40694 Rev 04 This manual supersedes all editions with an earlier date CAUTION Read this manual before operating or servicing snowplow A DIVIS...

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Page 3: ...ress _____________________________________________________________________________ Vehicle Model Year _________________________________________________________________________ Snowplow Model Year ____...

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Page 5: ...nsporting Snowplow 25 Driving and Plowing on Snow and Ice 25 Plowing Snow 26 General Instructions 26 Hard Packed Snow 26 Deep Snow 26 Clearing Driveways 27 Clearing Parking Lots 27 Parking with Snowpl...

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Page 7: ...your warranty coverage When service is necessary your local BLIZZARD distributor knows your snowplow best Contact your BLIZZARD outlet for maintenance service or any other assistance you may require...

Page 8: ...AFETY 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 potenti...

Page 9: ...DO NOT use your hand to locate it Use a piece of cardboard or wood FUSES The BLIZZARD electrical and hydraulic systems contain several automotive style fuses If a problem should occur and fuse replac...

Page 10: ...ng on vehicle Keep all open flames away from gasoline tank and lines Wipe up any spilled gasoline immediately WARNING Vehicle exhaust contains lethal fumes Breathing these fumes even in low concentrat...

Page 11: ...acity 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...

Page 12: ...tomatically switch to vehicle headlamps when they are turned ON Replacement parts are available through your local BLIZZARD outlet VEHICLE MOUNT Blizzard has designed custom mounts for most vehicles D...

Page 13: ...ipped with one of two special controls the POWER GRIP hand held control or a joystick style control Each control has its own ON OFF switch with an indicator light to show when the control is powered u...

Page 14: ...IONS The emergency parts kit PN 40589 includes the most common replacement parts angle ram hose lift ram hoses hitch pin w hairpin cotter one of each type of hose fitting POWER HITCH toggle switches 0...

Page 15: ...ity Rear ballast must be used when necessary to remain in compliance with axle ratings and ratios as specified by the vehicle manufacturer If ballast is required it is important that it be secured pro...

Page 16: ...wplow to drop unexpectedly 5 Rotate and release the hitch pin The hitch pin is fully engaged when the pin handle is against the pin guide plate 6 Repeat Step 5 on the passenger s side Rotate and relea...

Page 17: ...and the power switch on the light tower is in the PLOWING position If the power switch is in the OFF position the power indicator light will flash The ON OFF switch operates as an emergency stop if r...

Page 18: ...ol lever to LOWER position and hold for 3 4 second to activate this mode FLOAT light in upper right corner of control face will illuminate Blade will lower to ground surface and follow contour of surf...

Page 19: ...ults in smoother operation reduces the shock to the hydraulic system and increases hose and valve life Control Functions Raise Lower Float Angle The four diamond shaped buttons in the center of the co...

Page 20: ...reached its maximum raised position when the blade stops lifting C Angled Right To angle your blade to the right move the control lever toward R or push the R button on the hand held control To stop a...

Page 21: ...urn Signal Both vehicle and snowplow lamps should be ON Left Turn Signal Both vehicle and snowplow lamps should be ON DISC SHOE ADJUSTMENT Recommended Shoe Adjustments For gravel surfaces The bottom s...

Page 22: ...he ON position and turn the control ON Raise the blade slightly from the stand assembly or blocking Turn the control OFF and remove the stand assembly or blocking 8 Stand 8 clear of the blade when che...

Page 23: ...Drop Speed Adjustment Motor OPERATING YOUR SNOWPLOW Solenoid Valve S1 S2 S3 Valve Model SV08 22 SV08 47E SV08 47C Harness C Coil S2 C1 S3 C1 Harness B Coil S1 S2 C2 S3 C2 Plow Function Active Coil Act...

Page 24: ...ed adjustment 2 Lower the blade to the ground before making adjustment OPERATING YOUR SNOWPLOW WARNING Keep 8 clear of the blade when blade is being raised lowered or angled Do not stand between the v...

Page 25: ...ructions 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 cult and you will need...

Page 26: ...N 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 ca...

Page 27: ...When snow is clear of the buildings turn the vehicle around and push snow away from the buildings toward outer edges of lot 2 Plow a single path down the center in the lengthwise direction 3 With the...

Page 28: ...or damage whenever mounting or removing the snowplow Worn or damaged components could allow the snowplow to drop unexpectedly 4 Pull the stand pin out Rotate stand down until the stand pin seats into...

Page 29: ...of the snowplow reapply dielectric grease to the electrical plugs to maintain the protective coating on the terminals NOTE Place electrical plugs in storage position The plugs are equipped with plug c...

Page 30: ...and ballast as specified in the Power Match selection system e Check functioning of any automatic vehicle leveling systems and specific manufacturer s instructions pertaining to vehicle preparation f...

Page 31: ...mpliance and visibility in accordance with local regulations Check headlamps auxiliary lights heater and windshield wipers for proper operation Inspect and test your battery Recharge or replace as nec...

Page 32: ...essary WARNING Lower blade when 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...

Page 33: ...Hose or Fitting Replacement instructions HYDRAULIC SYSTEM Fluid Level NOTE Remove breather slowly to relieve any pressure in reservoir 1 With the snowplow attached to the vehicle and the blade on the...

Page 34: ...angled Do not stand between the vehicle and blade or directly in front of blade If the blade hits or drops on you you could be seriously injured 1 4 x 18 Hose To DS Angle Ram 1 4 x 22 Hose To Lift Ram...

Page 35: ...t in a fractured fitting DO NOT use any type of sealant or tape on the fittings or hoses This could damage product Always use two wrenches to ensure proper tightening of fittings and hoses Use the fol...

Page 36: ...lance of parts made of plastic shall be disposed of in a customary manner BLADE FINISH If the powder coated finish is nicked or scratched repair the blade surface with BLIZZARD white or black paint av...

Page 37: ...aulic Cartridge Cylinders Angle Cylinders 2 Stroke 11 3 8 Rod Diameter 1 3 4 Raise Lower Cylinders 1 Stroke 5 1 2 Rod Diameter 1 1 2 Bore Diameter 3 1 2 Snowplow Headlamps Type Low Profile w Turn Sign...

Page 38: ...ss Vehicle Headlamps Park Turn Lamps Vehicle Headlamps Park Turn Lamps Factory Vehicle Harness Factory Vehicle Harness Vehicle Battery Cable To Snowplow Control To Switched Accessory Fire Wall 3 Port...

Page 39: ...Lit No 40694 Rev 04 39 May 1 2021 NOTES...

Page 40: ...improvement policy to change construction or design details and furnish equipment when so altered without reference to illustrations or specifications used Blizzard or the vehicle manufacturer may req...

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