Fisher Engineering SNOWPLOW, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...7 737 576 7 797 859 9 200 418 9 822 563 CAN patents 2 354 257 2 356 036 2 632 102 2 639 052 and other patents pending Fisher Engineering offers a limited warranty for all snowplows and accessories Se...

Page 2: ...er Address _______________________________________________________________________ Vehicle Model Year ____________________________________________________________________ Snowplow Model Year _________...

Page 3: ...25 INTENSIFIRE Headlamps 25 INTENSIFIRE LED Headlamps with EdgeView Technology 25 Insta Act Hydraulic Units 26 System Capacity 28 Pump Motor Specifications 28 Cab Controls 30 Accessories and Options 3...

Page 4: ...88 Maintenance and Adjustment 89 HDX Adjustable Attack Angle 90 Blade Adjustment 90 Accessories Adjustment 93 Leveling the HDX or HD2 A Frame 94 Greasing the HDX Pivot Beam 95 Cutting Edge Wear Leveli...

Page 5: ...unit and blade both have a serial number Record these serial numbers on the Snowplow Owner Data Sheet at the front of this manual to refer to when necessary When service is necessary bring your snowp...

Page 6: ...r sales outlet SAFETY 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 WARN...

Page 7: ...Lit No 72446 Rev 05 8 November 15 2020 SAFETY Instruction Labels Warning Caution Label XLS Blades Only both sides Multiple Pinch Points Label or or For EZ V snowplows this label is on the blade...

Page 8: ...20 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 or 6 Digit Blade Assembly PN YYMMDDLLXXXXZZZZZ ZZZZZ zzzzz YY...

Page 9: ...nexpectedly 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...

Page 10: ...d get medical attention immediately SAFETY original Installing a fuse with a higher rating can damage the system and could start a fire Fuse Replacement including fuse ratings and locations is located...

Page 11: ...pay 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 fla...

Page 12: ...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 work...

Page 13: ...recommendations before installation The eMatch selection system has specific vehicle and snowplow requirements FISHER eMatch selection system is based on available vehicle capacity for snowplow equipm...

Page 14: ...t it be secured properly behind the rear axle A ballast retainer kit is available from your FISHER outlet PN 62849 NOTE The ballast retainer kit is for snowplow vehicles requiring ballast See your FIS...

Page 15: ...instructions supplied FISHER outlets are trained to perform this and other services for your snowplow Most of the snowplow mount can now be removed easily from the truck when it s not being used for p...

Page 16: ...the blade strikes an obstacle only the edge trips not the entire blade When the obstacle is cleared the edge returns to its normal plowing position The plowed snow stays in front of the vehicle at all...

Page 17: ...ize your HDX snowplow s efficiency and reliability with a full line of plow accessories HD2 snowplow accessories are compatible with HDX snowplow models See the HD2 snowplow description for accessorie...

Page 18: ...moldboard to minimize spilloff and effectively use the entire blade width Snowplows with serial numbers beginning with 180210 and higher HS Compact Plow The 23 tall reliable HS compact plow s 16 gauge...

Page 19: ...low Featuring InstaLock double acting cylinders the XV2 blade provides absolute hydraulic control of the moldboard move the wings independently or together for straight blade operation XV2 blades are...

Page 20: ...ion GETTING TO KNOW YOUR SNOWPLOW HC Series XtremeV EZ V XV2 T Frame Push Assembly The T frame is designed to provide optimum strength to weight ratio and is adjustable to accommodate variations in ve...

Page 21: ...Series Snowplow MS 412 187 7 6 XV2 Snowplow 912 413 6 9 SD Snowplow MS 470 213 8 6 XV2 Snowplow 955 433 7 6 SD Snowplow MS 485 220 9 6 XV2 Snowplow 1042 473 7 6 HD2 Snowplow MS 684 310 10 6 XV2 Snowp...

Page 22: ...vehicles Due to the differences among vehicle models the kits are not interchangeable The mount kit fastens to the vehicle frame It is engineered to provide the primary connecting points between the s...

Page 23: ...wplow 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 confor...

Page 24: ...a snowplow to float up 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 HT Series b...

Page 25: ...s The Insta Act hydraulic unit s angling gives you full control of the snowplow from inside the cab Hydraulic rams hold the blade at a desired angle In XtremeV XV2 and XLS blades the rams operate each...

Page 26: ...d 3 8 SAE 100R17 HT Series Blades 12V DC with Connection 1600 1700 psi Pump Relief Valve 4000 psi Angling Relief Valve 3 dia 0 8 kW Motor 0 000477 gal rev Pump Hydraulic Hose SAE 100R1 GETTING TO KNOW...

Page 27: ...Connection 2200 2300 psi Pump Relief Valve 4000 psi Plowing Relief Valve 2200 2400 psi Wing Plowing Relief Valves 4 5 dia 1 5 kW Motor 0 000652 gal rev Pump Hydraulic Hose 1 4 SAE 100R1 and 3 8 SAE 1...

Page 28: ...is powered up Your vehicle ignition key switch controls a fused circuit that powers your cab control directly from the battery The ON OFF switch on the cab control allows you to turn OFF the control a...

Page 29: ...30 November 15 2020 Snowplow Controls with FLEET FLEX System GETTING TO KNOW YOUR SNOWPLOW Power Indicator Light red ON OFF Button emergency stop ON OFF Switch emergency stop Fish Stik Hand Held Contr...

Page 30: ...g edges conform to the surface being plowed rather than scraping making them perfect for concrete parking garages brick pavers cobblestone or any other sensitive or uneven surface Made of a tough high...

Page 31: ...ar on rocky and or abrasive surfaces hard pack gravel CURB GUARD KIT Designed to fit on the ends of the trip edge these guards protect against scraping the bottom edge of the blade against curbs and s...

Page 32: ...isting Minute Mount 2 system pushplates The mounting brackets double as skid plates Tabs are provided for mounting auxiliary fog lights not included PLOW PARKA This long lasting plow cover is construc...

Page 33: ...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 connection...

Page 34: ...f blade Fully raise pin release handle to release connecting pins 4 HS Compact Plow Push top of headgear toward vehicle to allow connecting pins to fully engage the connecting pin holes Verify that bo...

Page 35: ...pin out use stand handle to raise the stand Release the stand lock pin into locking hole and verify that stand is secure Stop here attachment is complete HT Series Blades Pull and hold jack lock out...

Page 36: ...15 2020 Blade Stand Connecting Pin Receiver Headgear Slot Rear Receiver Pin Locking Hole Connecting Pin Hole Attach HS Compact Plow Blade ATTACHING SNOWPLOW TO VEHICLE Stand Handle Stand Stand Lock Pi...

Page 37: ...ember 15 2020 Attach HT Series Blade PUSH PUSH ON Headlamp Bracket Pushplate Jack lowered Jack Lock Pin Release Handle Attachment Arm Connecting Pin Jack raised Jack Lock Pin Release Handle raised ATT...

Page 38: ...it 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 contro...

Page 39: ...e For the timeouts for each function by snowplow model see the Appendix Function Description of Operation RAISE Press this button to raise the blade and cancel FLOAT mode LOWER Press this button to lo...

Page 40: ...o move both wings to the angle right position The right wing retracts while the left wing extends XtremeV XV2 EZ V NOTE If a control function times out before desired blade movement is complete releas...

Page 41: ...using another function results in movement in the opposite direction from the previous movement SECURITY GUARD System 1 2 3 4 The four round buttons located to the left and right of the LOWER and RAIS...

Page 42: ...trol and the vehicle ignition 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...

Page 43: ...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 fe...

Page 44: ...oward the bottom of the control body to lower the blade Release the lever to stop the blade at the desired height FLOAT Move the control lever to the LOWER position and hold 3 4 second to activate thi...

Page 45: ...wing retracts while the left wing extends XtremeV XV2 EZ V SCOOP RETRACT Blade and WING Positions XtremeV XV2 EZ V and XLS Blades Moving the control lever from the center position toward the word SCO...

Page 46: ...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 from the center position toward any of the four dig...

Page 47: ...ser controlled programmable features These include SECURITY GUARD anti theft system Smooth stop soft stop One touch FLOAT This section provides more information about each feature as well as instructi...

Page 48: ...ss 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...

Page 49: ...ntered the power indicator light will change from rapid flashing to steady ON indicating that the snowplow has been successfully unlocked 5 After you have entered your 4 digit security code the FLOAT...

Page 50: ...dly unlock the snowplow by following the Manual Unlock Procedure 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...

Page 51: ...code 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...

Page 52: ...the following steps Performing the sequence multiple times will toggle the feature between enabled and disabled OPERATING YOUR SNOWPLOW Enable Disable Procedure 1 Turn the vehicle ignition switch to t...

Page 53: ...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 OPERATING YOUR SNOWPLOW 2 Verify that the cont...

Page 54: ...clearance during transport place the blade halfway between the straight and retracted vee positions The scoop position is NOT RECOMMENDED during transport The V plow can be used in five basic plowing...

Page 55: ...WPLOW 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 in...

Page 56: ...TING 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...

Page 57: ...low can be used in four basic plowing positions Retracted Blade Move both wings IN to form a standard straight blade NOTE Always transport the XLS snowplow with both wings fully retracted Scoop Blade...

Page 58: ...OPERATING YOUR SNOWPLOW Dogleg Blade Move one wing to extended blade position and the other OUT to scoop blade position for clean up of windrows Extended Blade Move both wings OUT straight for an ext...

Page 59: ...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...

Page 60: ...rface of the shoe should be 1 4 to 1 2 below the cutting edge For hard surfaces concrete or asphalt The bottom surface of the shoe should be even with the cutting edge OPERATING YOUR SNOWPLOW WARNING...

Page 61: ...WARNING Blade can drop unexpectedly Place blade on jack stands Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury OPERATING YOUR SNOWPLOW 4 Remove one or more spacers from the shoe stem and rei...

Page 62: ...e opens allowing fluid to escape and the ram retracts For hydraulic fluid type and filling instructions see Annual Fluid Change under Hydraulic System in the Maintenance section of this manual HT Seri...

Page 63: ...ade scrape lock circuitry This feature resists the tendency of a snowplow to float up when large amounts of snow build up in front of the blade while plowing deep snow or stacking snow into piles The...

Page 64: ...e plow control turn the quill 1 8 turn outward counterclockwise then proceed with blade drop speed adjustment Straight Blades Quill HT Series Blades Quill Quill HS Compact Plow Blades BLADE DROP SPEED...

Page 65: ...tom cover retainer and remove the rear cover 3 Turn the quill IN clockwise to decrease drop speed Turn the quill OUT counterclockwise XtremeV XV2 Blades XLS Blades Top Cover Retainer Bottom Cover Reta...

Page 66: ...able and lighting harness must be connected before beginning this procedure 1 Park the vehicle on a smooth level hard surface such as concrete Lower the blade to the ground and turn the control OFF Tu...

Page 67: ...this process more than once to obtain an accurate reading The recommended pressure is 350 psi CAUTION Never operate the unit while adjusting the scrape lock valve Doing so will damage the scrape lock...

Page 68: ...plug slowly to relieve any pressure in the reservoir OPERATING YOUR SNOWPLOW 15 Remove the hydraulic testing T fitting and gauge from the lift ram base hose 16 Reconnect the lift ram base hose and ti...

Page 69: ...e 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...

Page 70: ...r 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 snowplow is at...

Page 71: ...ns 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...

Page 72: ...ow to prevent damage to product or property WARNING Never plow snow with head out the vehicle window Sudden stops or protruding objects could cause personal injury PLOWING SNOW OPERATING YOUR SNOWPLOW...

Page 73: ...16 km h when plowing snow 4 When you are stacking snow begin raising the blade as you come close to the stack This will let the blade ride up the stack Hard Packed Snow 1 On blades equipped with shoes...

Page 74: ...ear axle Do not exceed vehicle s GVWR and GAWR 5 For increased traction use tire chains where legal Clearing Driveways 1 Head into the driveway with the blade angled and plow the snow away from any bu...

Page 75: ...e strips lengthwise until the area is cleared and snow is stacked around the outer edges 4 If snow is too deep to clear in the above manner clear main traffic lanes as much as possible PARKING WITH SN...

Page 76: ...ion when attaching or detaching the snowplow 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 Detaching Steps...

Page 77: ...T Series Blades Pull and hold jack lock out Lower jack until it contacts the ground Release jack lock Verify that jack is locked by trying to lift jack Repeat on opposite side For illustration see pag...

Page 78: ...t Arm Connecting Pin Jack raised Jack Lock Pin Release Handle raised DETACHING SNOWPLOW FROM VEHICLE STORAGE Detach HT Series Blade NOTE Place electrical plugs in storage position The driver side and...

Page 79: ...2020 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 Detach HS Compact Plow DETACH...

Page 80: ...snowplow reapply dielectric grease to the electrical plugs to maintain the protective coating on the terminals 4 HS Compact Plows Back the vehicle away from the snowplow Place the electrical plugs in...

Page 81: ...15 2020 DETACHING SNOWPLOW FROM VEHICLE STORAGE STORAGE Your snowplow is designed to be moved into a storage location using your vehicle and plow attaching system For easier attaching of the snowplow...

Page 82: ...draulic pressure causing the blade to drop unexpectedly or damaging hydraulic components Failure to do this could result in serious personal injury Clean and tighten all electrical connections and coa...

Page 83: ...ANCE Install auxiliary and flashing lights for compliance and visibility in accordance with local regulations Check headlamps auxiliary lights heater and windshield wipers for proper operation Inspect...

Page 84: ...allast as specified in the eMatch 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...

Page 85: ...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 head...

Page 86: ...ove the cover from 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 th...

Page 87: ...nents Apply grease here MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT Your FISHER snowplow is designed for rugged dependable service However like the vehicle on which it is mounted it needs regular care and maintenance...

Page 88: ...justment Blade Adjustment 1 To adjust the attack angle loosen DO NOT REMOVE the lower quadrant 1 locknuts Remove the upper quadrant 3 4 locknuts washers and cap screws Remove 3 4 fasteners Loosen 1 lo...

Page 89: ...15 2020 3 Reinstall the upper quadrant fasteners on both sides of the quadrant as shown 2 Align the desired attack angle holes in the quadrant and blade as shown 55 75 65 65 55 75 3 4 Cap Screw 3 4 W...

Page 90: ...per and lower fasteners as shown NOTE The lower 1 locknuts must be torqued to 764 ft lb and the upper 3 4 locknuts must be torqued to 269 ft lb 65 75 55 CAUTION Servicing the trip springs without spec...

Page 91: ...er tool usage NOTE If the springs are not adjusted to match the attack angle setting blade damage may occur 55 65 75 Accessories Adjustment The blade guides must be adjusted to match the attack angle...

Page 92: ...hole HD2 Snowplow Mount Height in A Frame Hole 15 85 17 35 Top 14 35 15 85 Middle 12 85 14 35 Bottom LEVELING THE HDX OR HD2 A FRAME After adjusting the attack angle it might be necessary to level the...

Page 93: ...ason Reapply as needed during the season and before putting the snowplow in storage Grease Points HDX Snowplow Attack Angle Mount Height in A Frame Hole 75 16 75 18 25 Top 15 25 16 75 Middle 13 75 15...

Page 94: ...stalled in the correct configuration on a properly ballasted vehicle Vehicle and snowplow must be parked on a level surface 2 Place the blade wings in the scoop position on the ground with no tension...

Page 95: ...position Complete this procedure as often as required to provide even cutting edge wear Replace the cutting edge s on your XtremeV or XV2 blade when worn to within 1 of the carriage bolts GREASING PIV...

Page 96: ...le activate the control MAINTENANCE CAUTION Do not mix different kinds of hydraulic fluid Some fluids are not compatible and may cause performance problems and product damage 2 For straight blades any...

Page 97: ...S Compact Plows Check the fluid level in the reservoir The fluid level should be 1 1 2 to 2 below the top of the reservoir Add the recommended hydraulic fluid if necessary Do not overfill XtremeV EZ V...

Page 98: ...buildup during the non plowing season 1 Place jack stands under the A frame T frame so that the blade will be suspended a few inches off the ground when lowered 2 Lower the blade until its weight is...

Page 99: ...remove fluid from the angle rams Do not allow the hose s from the extending ram or the opposite side of the ram XtremeV EZ V and XV2 blades only to take fluid back in MAINTENANCE WARNING Keep 8 clear...

Page 100: ...101 November 15 2020 MAINTENANCE Hose Routing HD2 and HDX Straight Blades DS Angle Hose PS Angle Hose Lift Hose Hose Routing HC Series Straight Blades DS Angle Hose PS Angle Hose Lift Hose Hose Wrap...

Page 101: ...gle Ram To Lift Ram Base To Lift Ram Rod Hose Routing HT Series Straight Blades MAINTENANCE Hose Routing SD Series Straight Blades DS Angle Hose Lift Hose PS Angle Hose PS Ram Rod End PS Ram Base End...

Page 102: ...rom DS Base rear From PS Base rear From Lift Ram From DS Rod front MAINTENANCE AeroShell is a registered trademark of Shell Oil Company Hose Routing XLS Blades To PS Wing Rod inside To DS Angle Ram To...

Page 103: ...EZ V and XLS blades must be in the fully retracted vee position With the lift ram fully retracted fill the reservoir with FISHER EZ Flow hydraulic fluid rated to 40 F 40 C or other fluid conforming t...

Page 104: ...for HT Series blades after each lowering of the blade Turn the control OFF WARNING To prevent accidental movement of the blade always turn the control OFF whenever the snowplow is not in use The power...

Page 105: ...e in the reservoir MAINTENANCE WARNING To prevent accidental movement of the blade always turn the control OFF whenever the snowplow is not in use The power indicator light will turn OFF c Repeat Step...

Page 106: ...to relieve any pressure in the reservoir c Turn the control ON Angle the blade fully left and right and raise and lower the snowplow several times Activate the control FLOAT function and manually col...

Page 107: ...e blade to drop unexpectedly or damaging hydraulic components Failure to do this could result in serious personal injury 1 Lower the snowplow completely and turn the control OFF NOTE Loosen fill plug...

Page 108: ...Unscrew the fitting to the proper position no more than one full turn 5 Using two wrenches hold the fitting body in position and tighten the jam nut until the washer again contacts the port face then...

Page 109: ...B on the hydraulic unit module and 6 solenoid harness to port C each contain two 4A fuses MAINTENANCE The EZ V hydraulic unit harness system contains one 5A fuse in the 3 coil port C harness and two...

Page 110: ...e 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 re...

Page 111: ...Electrical tape Small pencil magnet 1 quart FISHER EZ Flow hydraulic fluid TORX is a registered trademark of Textron Inc VEHICLE The snowplow operating vehicle shall be maintained according to manufa...

Page 112: ...outlets for repair information or visit us online at www fisherplows com Our website has a complete listing of authorized outlets in your area as well as a complete library of Parts Lists Mechanic s...

Page 113: ...3 0 3 0 3 0 XV2 Snowplow 4 0 3 0 3 0 5 0 3 0 3 0 3 0 3 0 3 0 XLS Snowplow 3 5 3 25 3 25 5 5 4 5 3 75 3 25 3 75 3 25 FISHER Joystick Control Straight Blades 3 0 5 5 5 5 HS Compact Plow 4 0 3 0 3 0 EZ V...

Page 114: ...7 737 576 7 797 859 9 200 418 9 822 563 CAN patents 2 354 257 2 356 036 2 632 102 2 639 052 and other patents pending Fisher Engineering offers a limited warranty for all snowplows and accessories Se...