Blizzard SPEEDWING 8600SW, 57520-1, 57525 Owner's Manual
SPEEDWING™ Snowplow
Model 8600SW
57520-1, 57525
Owner's Manual
May 1, 2012
Lit. No. 40688, Rev. 04
Read this manual before operating or
servicing snowplow.
This Owner's Manual is for BLIZZARD® SPEEDWING snowplows with serial numbers
A DIVISION OF DOUGLAS DYNAMICS, L.L.C.
CAUTION
beginning with 081007–120101.
SNOWPLOW OWNER DATA SHEET
Register your snowplow online at www.blizzardplows.com
Owner Name: ______________________________________________________________________________
Date Purchased: ____________________________________________________________________________
Dealer Name: ______________________________________________ Phone: _________________________
Dealer Address: _____________________________________________________________________________
Vehicle Model/Year: _________________________________________________________________________
Snowplow Model/Year: _______________________________________________________________________
Snowplow Type/Size: ______________________________________________ Weight: ______________ lb/kg
Ballast: No ___ Yes ___ Amount: ___________lb/kg
Hydraulic Unit Serial Number: __________________________________________________________________
Blade Serial Number: ________________________________________________________________________
Lit. No. 40688, Rev. 04 3 May 1, 2012
TABLE OF CONTENTS
PREFACE ....................................................................7
SAFETY ...................................................................... 8
VEHICLE APPLICATION INFORMATION ............... 11
Ballast Requirements .......................................... 11
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR SNOWPLOW.............. 12
Snowplow Headlamps ........................................ 12
Vehicle Mount ..................................................... 12
Hydraulic System ................................................ 13
System Capacity .......................................... 13
Pump Motor Specifi cations .......................... 13
Cab Controls ....................................................... 13
ACCESSORIES & OPTIONS ................................... 14
MOUNTING SNOWPLOW TO VEHICLE ................. 16
OPERATING YOUR SNOWPLOW ........................... 17
Joystick Control................................................... 17
POWER GRIP™ Hand-Held Control .................. 19
Snowplow Headlamp Check ............................... 21
Disc Shoe Adjustment......................................... 22
Hydraulic System ................................................ 23
Blade Drop Speed Adjustment ........................... 24
Transporting 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 Snowplow Attached ....................... 27
Towing a Disabled or Stuck Vehicle ....................27
REMOVING SNOWPLOW FROM VEHICLE
& STORAGE .......................................................... 28
MAINTENANCE ........................................................30
Aiming Headlamp Beams ...................................30
Preseason Check................................................ 31
Postseason Maintenance.................................... 31
Maintenance and Adjustment .............................32
Hydraulic System ................................................33
Fluid Level .................................................... 33
Annual Fluid Change .................................... 34
Fuse Replacement .............................................. 35
Vehicle ................................................................35
Recycle ...............................................................35
Blade Finish ........................................................ 35
Emergency Parts/Tools ......................................35
Troubleshooting ..................................................35
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ...............................36
HARNESS DIAGRAM .............................................. 37
Lit. No. 40688, Rev. 04 5 May 1, 2012
Lit. No. 40688, Rev. 04 6 May 1, 2012
PREFACE
PREFACE
Congratulations on purchasing the newest innovation
in snowplowing available! BLIZZARD® SPEEDWING™
blades create a whole new category for multi-position
truck-mounted snowplows. Our innovative products
are tested all over the snowbelt.
This manual provides safety, operation and
maintenance information for your new BLIZZARD
snowplow. To keep your snowplow in good condition,
read and understand this manual and follow its
recommendations. Failure to do so may affect 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.
If you have not already done so, please visit
www.blizzardplows.com to register your new
BLIZZARD snowplow!
AUTHENTIC PARTS AND ACCESSORIES
Your BLIZZARD snowplow is a valuable investment.
The best way to assure original equipment reliability
and effi ciency is to purchase only Authentic Parts
and Accessories. "Will-fi t" parts and accessories can
alter your snowplow's performance characteristics and
may affect your product warranty.
Protect your investment by staying with the best—
original BLIZZARD parts and accessories from your
local BLIZZARD outlet.
Lit. No. 40688, Rev. 04 7 May 1, 2012
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.
Multiple Pinch Points Label
WARNING/CAUTION AND INSTRUCTION
LABELS
Become familiar with and inform users about the
warning/caution and instruction labels on the back of
the blade.
NOTE: If labels are missing or cannot be read, see
your sales outlet.
Warning/Caution Label
POWER PLOW™ &
SPEEDWING™ Blades Only
(both sides)
Instruction Label
Crush Hazard
Label
Lit. No. 40688, Rev. 04 8 May 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
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.
HYDRAULIC SAFETY
WARNING
Hydraulic fl uid under pressure can
cause skin injection injury. If you are
injured by hydraulic fl uid, get medical
attention immediately.
• Always inspect hydraulic components and hoses
before using. Replace any damaged or worn parts
immediately.
• If you suspect a hose leak, 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 blade-style fuses. If
a problem should occur and fuse replacement is
necessary, the replacement fuse must be of the same
type and amperage rating as the original. Installing a
fuse with a higher rating can damage the system and
could start a fi re. Fuse Replacement, including fuse
ratings and locations, is located in the Maintenance
section of this Owner's Manual.
WARNING
Remove blade assembly before placing
vehicle on hoist.
CAUTION
Read Owner's Manual before operating or
servicing snowplow.
CAUTION
Transport speed should not exceed 45 mph
(72 km/h). Further reduce speed under adverse
travel conditions.
CAUTION
Plowing speed should not exceed 10 mph
(16 km/h).
CAUTION
See your BLIZZARD® outlet for application
recommendations.
PERSONAL SAFETY
• Remove 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 handy, rated BC
for fl ammable liquids and electrical fi res.
Lit. No. 40688, Rev. 04 9 May 1, 2012
SAFETY
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
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.
BATTERY SAFETY
CAUTION
Batteries normally produce explosive gases,
which can cause personal injury. Therefore,
do not allow fl ames, sparks or lit tobacco
to come near the battery. When charging or
working near a battery, always cover your
face and protect your eyes, and also provide
ventilation.
• Batteries contain sulfuric acid, which burns
skin, eyes and clothing.
• Disconnect the battery before removing or
replacing any electrical components.
NOISE
Airborne noise emission during use is below 70 dB(A)
for the snowplow operator.
VIBRATION
Operating snowplow vibration does not exceed
2.5 m/s2 to the hand-arm or 0.5 m/s2 to the whole
body.
Lit. No. 40688, Rev. 04 10 May 1, 2012
VEHICLE APPLICATION INFORMATION
CAUTION
See your BLIZZARD® outlet for specifi c
vehicle application recommendations before
installation. The Undercarriage Selection
Guide has specifi c vehicle and snowplow
requirements.
Vehicle application recommendations are based on
the following:
• 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 cornerpost of the vehicle) and
the front and rear weight distribution ratio. In some
cases, rear ballast may be required to comply with
these requirements. See Ballast Requirements
section.
• BLIZZARD Undercarriage Selection Guide/
Power Match is based on available vehicle
capacity for snowplow equipment on a
representative vehicle equipped with options
commonly used for plowing and with 300 lb of
front seat occupant weight.
BALLAST REQUIREMENTS
Ballast (additional weight) is an important part of
qualifying vehicles for snowplow eligibility. Rear
ballast must be used when necessary to remain in
compliance with axle ratings and ratios as specifi ed by
the vehicle manufacturer.
If ballast is required, it is important that it be secured
properly behind the rear axle. A ballast retainer kit is
available from your BLIZZARD outlet, PN 62849.
NOTE: The ballast retainer kit is for snowplow
vehicles requiring ballast. See your BLIZZARD
outlet for the correct amount of ballast required.
Include the weight of the retainer as part of the
ballast requirement. Sandbags are recommended
for use as ballast.
NOTE: Ballast recommended and its weight
calculations assume the entire width of the bed is
fi lled as close to tailgate as possible.
Position
and secure ballast
as close to the tailgate
as possible.
• Weights of front seat occupants can be adjusted
above 300 lb, but vehicle with snowplow must not
exceed vehicle GVWR or GAWR.
• In some cases there may be additional limitations
and requirements.
• Installation, modifi cation and addition of
accessories must comply with published
BLIZZARD recommendations and instructions.
Available capacity decreases as the vehicle is
loaded with cargo or other truck equipment, or as
snowplow accessories are installed.
• If there is uncertainty as to whether available
capacity exists, the actual vehicle as confi gured
must be weighed.
Lit. No. 40688, Rev. 04 11 May 1, 2012
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR SNOWPLOW
A-Frame
Mount
Adapter
Arm
SNOWPLOW HEADLAMPS
WARNING
Your vehicle must be equipped with snowplow
headlamps and directional lights.
The snowplow headlamps feature state-of-the-art
optics with long-life (H13) halogen bulbs, combination
park/turn signals and dual mounting studs. A prewired
harness with a plug-in module requires no headlamp
wire splicing. The headlamps conform to Federal
Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS).
When the electrical plugs are connected, the vehicle
headlamps will automatically switch to the snowplow
headlamps when they are turned ON. When the
electrical plugs are disconnected, the headlamps will
automatically switch to vehicle headlamps when they
are turned ON.
Replacement parts are available through your local
BLIZZARD® dealer.
VEHICLE MOUNT
Blizzard has designed custom mounts for most
vehicles. Due to differences among vehicle models,
mounts are generally not interchangeable.
The mount is fastened to the underside of the vehicle
frame and provides the primary connecting point
between the snowplow and the vehicle.
Attached to the mount is a removable mount adapter.
The mount adapter is attached to the mount with clevis
pins and hairpin cotters. The mount adapter is easily
removed to provide even more road clearance during
the nonplowing months of the year.
Lit. No. 40688, Rev. 04 12 May 1, 2012
Loading...