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Step 8: PLAN YOUR ROUTE AND WORK SCOPE
Make sure you know what is under the material you are plowing. Avoid impacting
hidden objects. Be sure bystanders are aware of your activities and that they stay clear.
It is usually best to plow the outer edge of the area to be cleared. To plow a driveway,
start by plowing the shoulder fi rst. Move the material to either side of the driveway. This
will clear the shoulder and allow for the material in the center to be thrown onto the
shoulder or over the material removed from the shoulder.
Plowing Pattern
Step 9: SUIT UP TO OPERATE YOUR VEHICLE
Follow all warnings and wear the right safety equipment.
Step 10: WORK SMARTLY. KEEP UNDER CONTROL AND PLOW CAREFULLY
Plowing changes how a vehicle handles (steering, stopping, and stability). Plow with care
and do not rush. When you are done with your job, be sure to park the vehicle on fl at level
ground and set the brake (put in "park") prior to removing the plow. Inspect and maintain
your equipment so that it is ready for your next use.
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FINAL ANALYSIS AND MAINTENANCE
Maintenance
Inspect the plow before each use. The moldboard surface will become scratched with
use. It is recommended to apply wax or a nonstick spray to the surface before plowing.
This will prevent the snow from sticking to the blade and provide the best material roll.
Inspect the blade wear bar. This steel or plastic bar on the bottom of the blade will
need to be replaced periodically over the life of the plow. The steel bar provides about
¾" (19mm) of wear material before requiring replacement. Some blades have a reversible
bar that may be turned to double the life of the bar. This bar must be replaced before the
retaining bolts and nuts begin to contact the ground.
The blade hinge bushings will require lubrication periodically for the best plow
performance. Spray a light lubricating oil on both sides of the center blade ribs just above
the large hinge bolt. This lubrication should run down the rib and into the bushing area.
For better results the blade retaining M16 nuts and retaining washers should be removed
to allow lubrication to be applied directly to the bushing.
The blade pivot bushing is located in the center of the plow base. Remove the plow from
the vehicle and place the blade face down so that the plow base and bushing are vertical.
Spray a light lubricating oil around the base retaining plate and then rotate the tube
assembly a few times to either side. Repeating this a few times will allow the oil to enter
the pivot bushing area. The base retaining plate may need to be removed for cleaning and
thorough lubrication if the pivot assembly does not turn smoothly.
Inspect all fasteners to i that they are tight. The fasteners on your plow must be
torqued periodically to ensure that they are tight. Torque the fasteners to the following
specifi cations:
- M8 Bolts 18 ft-lb, 25 N.m
- M10 Bolts 37 ft.-lb, 50 N.m
Storage
Always clean off your plow by spraying with fresh water before storage. This will
minimize corrosion from road salts or other chemicals. Once the plow is clean it should be
removed from the vehicle. Spray pivots and bushings with light lubricating oil and place in
storage area. The storage area should be clean and dry.
Always repair and lubricate prior to storage, making the plow ready for your next use.
Final Comment
The Plow Operator's Guide cannot cover all the possible situations in which you may use
your plow. The decisions you make will determine the fi nal outcome. So think through
each situation before you begin to move material. Read and understand all manuals, labels
and tags. Always be mindful of your own safety and the safety of others.
For further information or any questions contact:
WARN INDUSTRIES, INC.
12900 S.E. Capps Road, Clackamas
OR USA 97015-8903, 1-503-722-1200,
Customer Service: 1-800-543-9276
Dealer Locator Service: 1-800-910-1122
Or visit www.warn.com.
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