Boss Snowplow RT3 EXT, Руководство по установке

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Figure 30
1. Kickstand
3. Coupler tower
2. SmartHitch2 switch 4. Coupler spring pin
6. Ensure that both coupler spring pins have fully
engaged the coupler (
Figure 29 ).
Note:
Move the coupler tower until the spring
pins engage completely.
7. Pull the kickstand spring pin outward and raise
the kickstand, then release the spring pin to
secure it (
Figure 30 ).
8. Switch the headlight toggle switch to the P
LOW
position.
Adjusting the Angle of
Attack
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and lower the
plow completely. If the plow is not flush against
the ground, adjust the angle of attack.
2. Loosen the trip springs.
3. On the cams, remove the bolt in the square hole
and loosen the bolt in the center (
Figure 31 ).
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Figure 31
1. Center bolt (loosen) 3. Cam
2. Square bolt (remove)
4. Rotate the cam clockwise to angle the
bottom of the blade back. Rotate the cam
counterclockwise to angle the bottom of the
blade forward.
Note:
Use a 1/2 inch ratchet to help rotate the
cams.
5. Insert the previously removed bolt, and torque
it to 76 N∙m (56 ft-lb).
6. Tighten the center bolt, and torque it to 76 N∙m
(56 ft-lb).
7. Tighten the trip springs until there is a gap of 0.8
mm (1/32 inch) between the trip spring coils.
Aiming the Headlights
Important:
Certify that the installation of the
snowplow lights conforms to applicable federal
motor vehicle safety standards.
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface 7.5 m (25 ft)
away from a matte white screen or garage door.
Note:
The screen should be perpendicular to
both the ground and the front of the vehicle.
2. Ensure that the vehicle is equipped for normal
operation with the snowplow attached and in the
raised position.
3. Perform the following actions to ensure optimal
headlight alignment:
•
Remove any ice or mud from under the
fenders.
•
Ensure that all tires are fully and evenly
inflated.
•
Check vehicle springs for sag or broken
leaves.
•
Check the function of any level ride controls.
•
Stabilize the suspension by rocking the
vehicle sideways.
•
Ensure that there is no load in the vehicle
other than the driver.
•
Clean the headlights and matte white screen.
4. Mark the vertical vehicle centerline on the
screen (
Figure 32 ).
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