Blizzard 69982 Installation Instructions Manual

Blizzard, PO Box 245038, Milwaukee, WI 53224-9538 • www.blizzardplows.com

January 1, 2012

Lit. No. 41606, Rev. 01

69982

UNDERCARRIAGE KIT

GM K2500/2500HD/3500/3600 Silv/Sierra 2011 - __
GM C3500/3600 Silv/Sierra 2011 - __

Installation Instructions

CAUTION

Read this document before installing the
snowplow.

CAUTION

See your BLIZZARD® outlet/Web site for
specifi c vehicle application recommendations
before installation. The Undercarriage
Selection Guide has specifi c vehicle and
snowplow requirements.

A DIVISION OF DOUGLAS DYNAMICS, L.L.C.

SAFETY

SAFETY DEFINITIONS

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
moderate injury. It may also be used to alert
against unsafe practices.

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/CAUTION & INSTRUCTION
LABELS

Become familiar with and inform users about the
warning and instruction labels on the back of the
blade.

NOTE: If labels are missing or cannot be read, see
your sales outlet.

POWER PLOW™ &

SPEEDWING™ Blades Only

(both sides)

Lit. No. 41606, Rev. 01 2 January 1, 2012

SAFETY

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Improper installation and operation could cause
personal injury and/or equipment and property damage.
Read and understand labels and the Owner's Manual
before installing, operating or making adjustments.

WARNING

Lower the blade when the vehicle is parked.
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.

WARNING

The driver shall keep bystanders clear of the
blade when it is being raised, lowered or angled.
Do not stand between the vehicle and the blade
or within 8 feet of a moving blade. A moving or
falling blade could cause personal injury.

WARNING

Keep hands and feet clear of the blade and
A-frame when mounting or removing the
snowplow. Moving or falling assemblies could
cause personal injury.

WARNING

Do not exceed GVWR or GAWR including the
blade and ballast. The rating label is found on
the driver-side vehicle door cornerpost.

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.

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-fi tting clothing while working on
your vehicle or snowplow.

• Do not wear jewelry or a necktie, and secure long
hair.

• Wear safety goggles to protect your eyes from
battery acid, gasoline, dirt and dust.

• Avoid touching hot surfaces such as the engine,
radiator, hoses and exhaust pipes.

• Always have a fi re extinguisher rated BC handy,
for fl ammable liquids and electrical fi res.

FIRE AND EXPLOSION

WARNING

Gasoline is highly fl ammable and gasoline
vapor is explosive. Never smoke while
working on vehicle. Keep all open fl ames
away from gasoline tank and lines. Wipe up
any spilled gasoline immediately.

Be careful when using gasoline. Do not use gasoline
to clean parts. Store only in approved containers away
from sources of heat or fl ame.

CELL PHONES

A driver's fi rst responsibility is the safe operation of
the vehicle. The most important thing you can do
to prevent a crash is to avoid distractions and 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

Remove blade assembly before placing
vehicle on hoist.

CAUTION

Refer to the Undercarriage Selection Guide
for minimum vehicle recommendations and
ballast requirements.

Lit. No. 41606, Rev. 01 3 January 1, 2012

WARNING

Vehicle exhaust contains lethal fumes.
Breathing these fumes, even in low
concentrations, can cause death. Never
operate a vehicle in an enclosed area without
venting exhaust to the outside.