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3020310 Rev C
Warnings and Safety Information:
WARNING
Read this manual carefully before operating this snowplow.
Make sure you fully understand how the plow operates before
taking the controls.
WARNING
Always follow the vehicle manufacturer’s recommendations
relating to snowplow installation.
CAUTION
Do not over load your vehicle:
• The vehicle with the snowplow installed must comply with
applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS).
• The vehicle with the snowplow installed must comply with the
vehicle manufacturer's stated gross vehicle and axle weight
ratings (found on the driver-side door corner post of the
vehicle) and the front and rear weight distribution ratio. In
some cases, rear ballast may be required to comply with these
requirements.
• In some cases there may be additional limitations and require-
ments.
• Available capacity 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 configured must be weighed.
NOTE:
Snowplow installers must certify that installation con-
forms to federal motor vehicle safety standards.
WARNING
Make sure plow is properly attached before moving vehicle.
Make sure all attachment pins are securely in place.
WARNING
Do not move plow while servicing or place body parts between
or under plow parts while moving plow.
WARNING
Always lower blade when vehicle is not in use.
CAUTION
Do not plow snow with the plow suspended off the ground.
Damage to the plow and/or truck may occur.
CAUTION
If running gear is used, do not back-up with the plow on the
ground. Damage to the running gear and/or plow will occur.
