Minute Mount 2

February 15, 2019
Lit. No. 41298, Rev. 01
SNOWPLOWS
MECHANIC'S GUIDE
SNOWPLOWS
Featuring the
Insta-Act® Hydraulic System
Isolation Module Light System
CAUTION
Read this manual before servicing the snowplow.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................5 Electrical Schematic — 4-Port Module ......................................................37

Recommended Tools ...................................................................................5 Hydraulic Schematic ..................................................................................42
Available Service Items ...............................................................................5 Raise — Electrical .................................................................................... 43
SAFETY .............................................................................................................6 Raise — Hydraulic .................................................................................... 44
SPECIFICATIONS .............................................................................................9 Lower / Float — Electrical ......................................................................... 45
Insta-Act ® Hydraulic System Specifications ................................................9 Lower — Hydraulic .................................................................................... 46
ATTACHING/DETACHING SNOWPLOW FROM VEHICLE ..........................10 Angle Right — Electrical ............................................................................47
OPERATIONAL TEST AND FINAL ADJUSTMENTS ....................................11 Angle Right — Hydraulic ........................................................................... 48
Angle Left — Electrical ............................................................................. 49
SYSTEM OVERVIEW ......................................................................................12
Angle Left — Hydraulic ............................................................................. 50
Headlamp Beam Aiming ............................................................................13
Hold in Raise Position — Hydraulic ..........................................................51
Hydraulic Hose Routing .............................................................................14
Striking an Object While Plowing — Hydraulic ..........................................52
Hydraulic Unit .............................................................................................16
Scrape Lock Open .................................................................................... 54
Hydraulic Component Installation ..............................................................17
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ....................................................................... 55
HT Series™ Controls .................................................................................18
How To Use the Troubleshooting Guide ................................................... 55
Hand-Held Control ..............................................................................19 Electrical Testing ....................................................................................... 55
SECURITY GUARD ™ Snowplow Anti-Theft System ..................21 Before You Begin ...................................................................................... 56
Joystick Control .................................................................................. 23 Vehicle Headlamps ....................................................................................57
SECURITY GUARD ™ Snowplow Anti-Theft System ..................25 Snowplow Park/Turn Lamps ..................................................................... 58
Hand-Held Master Control for the SECURITY GUARD™ Snowplow Snowplow DRL Lamps ............................................................................. 59
Anti-Theft System .............................................................................27 Solenoid Coil Activation Test (SCAT)........................................................ 60
THEORY OF OPERATION ..............................................................................28 Individual Solenoid Coil Test ......................................................................62
Snowplow Hydraulics .................................................................................28 Control/Cable/Plow Module Test .............................................................. 63
3-Port Module Electrical ............................................................................28 Motor and Motor Relay Test ...................................................................... 64
ELECTRICAL & HYDRAULIC SCHEMATICS ................................................32 Pump Pressure Test ................................................................................. 65
Legend — Electrical & Hydraulic Symbols ................................................32 Blade Drop Speed Adjustment ................................................................. 66
Electrical Schematic — 3-Port Module..................................................... 33
Lit. No. 41298, Rev. 01 February 15, 2019

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INTRODUCTION
This guide has been prepared to assist the trained RECOMMENDED TOOLS AVAILABLE SERVICE ITEMS
mechanic in the service of FISHER® snowplows.
It also provides safety information and • Long, slender needle nose pliers • Isolation module tester (PN 26470-2)
recommendations. We urge all mechanics to read
this manual carefully before attempting to service • Flat screwdriver • Removable spring tool
the FISHER snowplow equipment covered by this (for replacing trip springs; PN 20043-1)
guide. • Sockets and combination wrenches: • Hydraulic pressure test kit (PN 56686)
5/16"–7/8", 1-1/16", 1-1/8"
Service of your FISHER snowplow equipment is • Multiplexed hydraulic diagnostic harness
best performed by your local FISHER products (PN 29290-2)
• Deep socket: 7/8"
outlet. They know your snowplow best and are
interested in your complete satisfaction. • Motor bearing sleeve repair kit (PN 64589)
• 10 mm socket
• Pump shaft seal repair kit
• 1/4" socket or nut driver (PN 28856)
• 12V test light

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• Torque wrench (in-lb/ft-lb)
• Allen wrench set
• 600 psi pressure gauge w/adapter fittings
• 3000 psi pressure gauge

w/adapter fittings
• Flashlight
• Pick set
TORX® is a registered (®) trademark of Textron, Inc.

SAFETY
SAFETY DEFINITIONS
Instruction Label
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation
that, if not avoided, could result in death or Warning and Caution Label
serious personal injury.
INSTRUCTIONS
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.
OFF
NOTE: Indicates a situation or action that can

ON
lead to damage to your snowplow and vehicle 6

or other property. Other useful information can
also be described.
WARNING/CAUTION AND
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.

SAFETY
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FUSES

WARNING
Improper installation and operation could cause To prevent accidental movement of The electrical and hydraulic systems contain
personal injury, and/or equipment and property the blade, always turn the control OFF several automotive-style fuses. If a problem should
damage. Read and understand labels and the whenever the snowplow is not in use. The occur and fuse replacement is necessary, the
Owner's Manual before installing, operating, or power indicator light will turn OFF. replacement fuse must be of the same type and
making adjustments. amperage rating as the original. Installing a fuse
with a higher rating can damage the system and
WARNING
WARNING could start a fire. Fuse Replacement, including fuse
Remove blade assembly before placing ratings and locations, is located in the Maintenance
Lower the blade when the vehicle is parked. vehicle on hoist. section of the Owner's Manual.
Temperature changes could change
hydraulic pressure, causing the blade to
drop unexpectedly or damaging hydraulic CAUTION PERSONAL SAFETY
components. Failure to do this could result Refer to the current eMatch selection system
for minimum vehicle recommendations and • Remove ignition key and put the vehicle in
in serious personal injury.
ballast requirements. PARK or in gear to prevent others from starting
the vehicle during installation or service.
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WARNING • Wear only snug-fitting clothing while working
HYDRAULIC SAFETY on your vehicle or snowplow.
The driver shall keep bystanders clear of
the blade when it is being raised, lowered, • Do not wear jewelry or a necktie, and secure
or angled. Do not stand between vehicle WARNING
long hair.
and blade or within 8 feet of a moving blade. Hydraulic fluid under pressure can cause
A moving or falling blade could cause skin injection injury. If you are injured • Wear safety goggles to protect your eyes from
personal injury. by hydraulic fluid, get medical attention battery acid, gasoline, dirt, and dust.
immediately. • Avoid touching hot surfaces such as the
engine, radiator, hoses, and exhaust pipes.
WARNING
• Always inspect hydraulic components and • Always have a fire extinguisher rated BC
Keep hands and feet clear of the blade and hoses before using. Replace any damaged or handy, for flammable liquids and electrical
A-frame when mounting or removing the worn parts immediately. fires.
snowplow. Moving or falling assemblies
could cause personal injury. • If you suspect a hose leak, DO NOT use your
hand to locate it. Use a piece of cardboard or
wood.
WARNING
Do not exceed GVWR or GAWR including
blade and ballast. The rating label is found
on driver-side vehicle door cornerpost.

SAFETY
FIRE AND EXPLOSION BATTERY SAFETY TORQUE CHART
WARNING CAUTION CAUTION

Gasoline is highly flammable and gasoline Batteries normally produce explosive Read instructions before assembling.
vapor is explosive. Never smoke while gases, which can cause personal injury. Fasteners should be finger tight until
working on vehicle. Keep all open flames Therefore, do not allow flames, sparks, or instructed to tighten according to torque
away from gasoline tank and lines. Wipe lit tobacco to come near the battery. When chart. Use standard methods and practices
up any spilled gasoline immediately. charging or working near a battery, always when attaching snowplow, including proper
cover your face and protect your eyes, and personal protective safety equipment.
Be careful when using gasoline. Do not use also provide ventilation.
gasoline to clean parts. Store only in approved • Batteries contain sulfuric acid, which
containers away from sources of heat or flame. burns skin, eyes, and clothing. Recommended Fastener Torque Chart
• Disconnect the battery before removing Inch Fasteners Grade 5 and Grade 8
Torque (ft-lb) Torque (ft-lb)
CELL PHONES or replacing any electrical components. Size Grade Grade Size Grade Grade
5 8 5 8
A driver's first responsibility is the safe operation 1/4-20 8.4 11.9 9/16-12 109 154
of the vehicle. The most important thing you can NOISE 1/4-28 9.7 13.7 9/16-18 121 171 8
5/16-18 17.4 24.6 5/8-11 150 212
do to prevent a crash is to avoid distractions and
5/16-24 19.2 27.3 5/8-18 170 240
pay attention to the road. Wait until it is safe to Airborne noise emission during use is below 3/8-16 30.8 43.6 3/4-10 269 376
operate Mobile Communication Equipment such 70 dB(A) for the snowplow operator. 3/8-24 35.0 49.4 3/4-16 297 420
as cell phones, text messaging devices, pagers, or 7/16-14 49.4 69.8 7/8-9 429 606
two-way radios. VIBRATION 7/16-20 55.2 77.9 7/8-14 474 669
1/2-13 75.3 106.4 1-8 644 909
1/2-20 85.0 120.0 1-12 704 995
VENTILATION Operating snowplow vibration does not exceed
2.5 m/s2 to the hand-arm or 0.5 m/s2 to the whole Metric Fasteners Class 8.8 and 10.9
Torque (ft-lb) Torque (ft-lb)
body. Size Size
WARNING Class
8.8
Class
10.9
Class
8.8
Class
10.9
Vehicle exhaust contains lethal fumes. M6 x 1.00 7.7 11.1 M20 x 2.50 325 450
Breathing these fumes, even in low M8 x 1.25 19.5 26.9 M22 x 2.50 428 613
M10 x 1.50 38.5 53.3 M24 x 3.00 562 778
concentrations, can cause death. Never
M12 x 1.75 67 93 M27 x 3.00 796 1139
operate a vehicle in an enclosed area M14 x 2.00 107 148 M30 x 3.50 1117 1545
without venting exhaust to the outside. M16 x 2.00 167 231 M33 x 3.50 1468 2101
M18 x 2.50 222 318 M36 x 4.00 1952 2701
These torque values apply to fasteners
except those noted in the instructions.

SPECIFICATIONS
HT Series™ Insta-Act ® HYDRAULIC SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS
Electrical System – approx. values: 3-Port Module

CAUTION Vehicle Control Harness Fuse Size
Do not mix different kinds of hydraulic • Solenoid Coil Resistance = 7 ohm at room
fluid. Some fluids are not compatible and temperature • Park/Turn – 10A (Mini)
may cause performance problems and • Control – 10A (Mini)
product damage. • Solenoid Coil Amperage Draw = 1.5A
• Motor Relay Coil Resistance = 16–17 ohm 4-Port Module
NOTE: Remove breather/fill plug slowly to • Motor Relay Amperage Draw = 0.7A (automotive-style)
relieve any pressure in reservoir. • Motor Amperage Draw = 100A at 1650 psi ± • Park/Turn – 15A
50 psi • Control – 7.5A
Hydraulic Fluid • Switched Accessory Lead Draw = 0.75A
• FISHER® EZ Flow Hydraulic Fluid to
–40°F (–40°C) or other fluid conforming to
Military Specification MIL-H-5606A, such as 9
Mobil Aero HFA or Shell AeroShell ® Fluid 4.
Fluid Capacity Fastener Torque

• Unit Reservoir = 1-1/2 quarts Pump Cap Screws 5/16-18 x 2 150-160 in-lb
Motor Terminals (+ and –) M6 Nut 25-35 in-lb
• System Total = 2-1/4 quarts Motor to Manifold Cap Screws M5 30-40 in-lb
Reservoir Screws #10-24 x 5/16 30-35 in-lb
Solenoid Valve Spool Travel = 0.07" for 3- and Solenoid Valves 7/8 Hex Head 19-21 ft-lb
4-way valves (S2, S3). Travel of 2-way valve (S1) Coil Nuts 3/4 Hex-Head Jam Nut 40-60 in-lb
spool is not detectable with voltage applied to coil. SAE O-Ring Plugs 1/8 or 5/32 Internal Hex 55-65 in-lb
Hydraulic Unit Mount Bolts 3/8-16 x 1 25-33 ft-lb
Check Valves 7/8 Hex Head 19-21 ft-lb
Motor Relay Small Terminals #10-32 Nut 15 in-lb max
Motor Relay Large Terminals 5/16-24 Nut 35 in-lb max
Motor Relay Mount Screws 1/4-20 x 1/4 60-70 in-lb
Plow Module Mount Screws 1/4-20 x 5/8 60-70 in-lb
Angle Ram Gland Nuts 150-180 ft-lb
AeroShell ® is a registered (®) trademark of Shell Oil Company.

ATTACHING/DETACHING SNOWPLOW FROM VEHICLE
HT Series™ ATTACH/DETACH DIAGRAM
NOTE: After each use of the snowplow, reapply

dielectric grease to the electrical plugs to
maintain the protective coating on the terminals.
NOTE: Multiplexed 2-plug systems are

equipped with plug covers.
Headgear Push Bar

Pin Release
Handle (raised)
10
SH
PU Headlamp Bracket
Jack Lock
Attachment
Arm
Pin Release
Handle (lowered)
Jack (raised)
OFF
Pushplate
ON
Connecting Pin
Jack Lock
Jack Retract Jack

Lever (lowered)

OPERATIONAL TEST AND FINAL ADJUSTMENTS
FILLING HYDRAULIC UNIT Breather/Fill Plug 2. Turn the quill IN (clockwise) to decrease drop
speed. Turn the quill OUT (counterclockwise)
to increase drop speed.
WARNING
Keep 8' clear of the blade when it is being Quill
raised, lowered, or angled. Do not stand
between the vehicle and blade or directly
in front of blade. If the blade hits or drops
on you, you could be seriously injured.
1. Attach the snowplow to the vehicle according to

the instructions on the back of the blade.
The HT Series™ snowplow hydraulic system
comes pre-assembled, filled, and fully tested
from the factory.
Drain
WARNING Plug
To prevent accidental movement of 11
the blade, always turn the control OFF
whenever the snowplow is not in use. The
FLUID CAPACITY
power indicator light will turn OFF. • Insta-Act Unit Reservoir
®
1-3/4 qt
• Insta-Act System Total 2-3/8 to 2-3/4 qt
CAUTION 3. Stand 8' clear of the blade when checking

Do not mix different types of hydraulic BLADE DROP SPEED ADJUSTMENT adjustment.
fluid. Some fluids are not compatible and
may cause performance problems and WARNING
product damage. FINAL ADJUSTMENTS
Keep 8' clear of the blade when it is being
raised, lowered, or angled. Do not stand 1. With the snowplow attached to the properly
2. Remove factory installed pipe plug. Reservoir between the vehicle and blade or directly ballasted vehicle and the blade lowered to the
fluid level should be within 2-1/2" from the top of in front of blade. If the blade hits or drops ground, the A-frame should be parallel with the
the fill hole. If additional fluid is needed, fill the on you, you could be seriously injured. ground.
reservoir with FISHER® EZ Flow Hydraulic Fluid
to –40°F (–40°C), or other fluid conforming to 2. Fully angle the blade in raised and lowered
Military Specification MIL-H-5606A, such as The quill in the valve manifold adjusts the blade
drop speed. positions. Adjust hose fittings and wraps so
Mobil Aero HFA or Shell AeroShell® Fluid 4. that hoses do not contact vehicle bumper, have
1. Lower the blade to the ground before making no sharp bends, and are wrapped at contact
3. Replace with breather/fill plug (included in points with headgear and blade.
parts box). adjustment.

SYSTEM OVERVIEW
VEHICLE LIGHTING CHECK
1. Verify the operation of all vehicle front lighting • Both vehicle and snowplow passenger-side If DRLs are in high or low beam filament when
prior to connecting the snowplow harness. turn signal lamps should flash at the same the snowplow is attached, the corresponding
time. snowplow lamps will turn ON.
2. Check the operation of the snowplow lights
with snowplow mounted to vehicle and all Headlamps Joystick Control or Fish-Stik® Hand-Held
harnesses connected. Control
Move vehicle headlamp switch to the "ON"
Turn signals and parking lamps position. Connecting and disconnecting the The control indicator light should light whenever
headlamp harness plug should switch between the control ON/OFF switch and the ignition
Move vehicle headlamp switch to the parking vehicle and snowplow headlamps as follows: (key) switches are both in the "ON" position.
lamp "ON" position. The snowplow plugs do need to be connected
Headlamp harness plug DISCONNECTED: to the vehicle harness connectors.
Parking lamps ON:
• Vehicle headlamps/parking lamps should be 3. Check aim of vehicle headlamps with
• Both vehicle and snowplow parking lamps ON. snowplow removed.
should be ON at the same time. 12
• Snowplow headlamps/parking lamps should 4. Connect all snowplow and vehicle harnesses.
Driver-side turn signal ON: be OFF. Raise the snowplow and aim snowplow
• Both vehicle and snowplow driver-side turn Headlamp harness plug CONNECTED: CAUTION
signal lamps should flash at the same time.
On 2-plug electrical systems, plug covers
• Snowplow headlamps/parking lamps should
shall be used whenever snowplow is
Passenger-side turn signal ON: be ON.
disconnected. Vehicle battery cable is
12V unfused source.
• Vehicle headlamps should be OFF.
Dimmer switch should dim whichever headlamps according to the Snowplow

headlamps are operating. The high beam Headlamp Beam Aiming instructions included
indicator on the dash should light when either with the headlamps and any state or local
set of headlamps is on high beam. regulations.
Daytime Running Lamps (DRLs) 5. When the snowplow is removed from the
for PN 29070-1: vehicle, install plug covers on the vehicle battery
cable and lighting harness. Insert the snowplow
With the dedicated DRLs on the truck turned battery cable and lighting harness into the cable
ON, the snowplow turn signals will turn ON. boot on the snowplow.

SYSTEM OVERVIEW
HEADLAMP BEAM AIMING
Torque headlamp fasteners to 45 ft-lb once correct e. Check functioning of any automatic 4. Mark (or tape) the vertical centerline of
visual aim is achieved. vehicle leveling systems and specific the snowplow headlamps and the vertical
manufacturer's instructions pertaining to centerline of the vehicle on the screen. Mark
1. Place vehicle on a level surface 25 feet in front vehicle preparation for headlamp aiming. the horizontal centerline of the snowplow
of a matte-white screen, such as a garage headlamps on the screen (distance from
door. The screen should be perpendicular both f. Clean lenses. ground to snowplow headlamp centers).
to the ground and to the vehicle centerline.
g. Check for bulb burnout and proper beam 5. Align the top edge of the high intensity zone
2. The vehicle should be equipped for normal switching. of the snowplow lower beam below the
operation. The snowplow blade should be in horizontal centerline and the left edge of the
place and in raised position. Below are steps h. Stabilize suspension by rocking vehicle high intensity zone on the vertical centerline for
listed by the Society of Automotive Engineers sideways. each snowplow headlamp. (Refer to diagram.)
(SAE) pertinent to headlamp aiming in
specification #SAE J599d.
3. Prepare vehicle for headlamp aim or 13

inspection. Before checking beam aim, the
Vertical centerline ahead of Align with vehicle
inspector will:
DS snowplow headlamp centerline Vertical centerline ahead of
PS snowplow headlamp
a. Remove ice or mud from under fenders.
b. Set tire inflation pressures to the values

specified on vehicle information label.
Horizontal centerline
c. Check springs for sag or broken leaves. of snowplow headlamps
d. See that there is no load in the vehicle other

than the driver and ballast as specified in
the eMatch selection system.
Screen located 25 feet

from snowplow headlamps High-intensity zones of snowplow
headlamps on low beam

SYSTEM OVERVIEW – HYDRAULIC HOSE ROUTING
HOSE ROUTING FOR HT Series™ BLADES
To Lift
To Lift Ram Base To PS
Ram Rod Angle Ram To Lift Ram To PS Ram
To DS Rod
To Lift Ram Base
Angle Ram
To DS Ram
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DS Ram PS Ram

SYSTEM OVERVIEW – HYDRAULIC UNIT
Insta-Act® HYDRAULIC UNIT
The HT Series™ hydraulic unit has blade scrape

lock circuitry built in. This feature is activated when
the blade is in FLOAT. The HT Series blade is
raised in approximately 4 seconds and angled side
to side in approximately 3 seconds.
Breather
Reservoir
Magnet O-Ring
Plate Baffle
Retainer Clip
Inlet Fitting Poppet Check Valve Kit
Drain Plug 15
Pump
Quill
Check Valve Pump Pressure
Suction Filter Crossover Relief Valve
Pump Shaft Seal
Breather/ Quill
Fill Plug Bypass Check Valve Valve Manifold Block
Valve Manifold
PS Crossover Relief Valve Sleeve Bearing
Motor
Scrape Lock
Motor
Reservoir Solenoid Cartridge Valve
Drain Plug Solenoid Coil
Coil Nut

SYSTEM OVERVIEW – HYDRAULIC UNIT
SOLENOID CARTRIDGE VALVE IDENTIFICATION RELIEF VALVE IDENTIFICATION & LOCATION

& LOCATION
Pump Relief
Valve
16
PS Plowing DS Plowing
Relief Valve Relief
Valve
Relief Valve
Scrape Lock
S1 S2 S3
Solenoid Cartridge Valves

SYSTEM OVERVIEW – HYDRAULIC
HYDRAULIC COMPONENT INSTALLATION
Ram Seal Installation Seal O-Ring Back-Up Ring 2. Cycle through the control functions twice to
Wear Ring remove the pressure in the hydraulic unit.
1. Lubricate O-rings before assembly. Wiper
Gland 3. Slowly remove the breather from the top of the
2. Assemble gland components as shown, then hydraulic unit.
lubricate.
4. Either (a) completely drain reservoir and skip
3. Remove piston from rod and assemble piston to Step 9 or (b) proceed with instructions
components as shown. for removing hydraulic components without
Nut completely draining reservoir.
5. Install a 3/8" barb fitting into the top of the

Groove in Rod reservoir tank.
Rod Seal Position
Piston Wear Outer
Gland Ring Seal 6. Attach a hand-operated vacuum pump to the
Inner barb fitting. 17
Backing
Ring 7. Using the vacuum pump, pull a vacuum of
Cylinder
approximately 5"–10" Hg.
4. Assemble gland to threaded end of rod. Do not
slide gland over cross hole in rod. 8. You should now be able to remove cartridges
and check valves from the hydraulic unit with
5. Reassemble piston to rod and tighten nut to minimal fluid loss. Maintain the vacuum until
100–120 ft-lb. the replacement cartridge/check valve has
been installed. Once the replacement part
6. Assemble O-ring into groove on rod. Use tape has been installed, release the vacuum and
or other protection on threads. Cartridge & Check Valve Removal remove the 3/8" barb fitting.
7. Apply bead of medium-strength threadlocker It is possible to remove cartridges and check 9. Reinstall the breather and remove the
all around threads of gland. valves from a hydraulic unit without draining the 29290-2 Diagnostic Harness according to the
hydraulic fluid from the reservoir. instructions included with the kit.
8. Lubricate piston seals and inside of cylinder.
1. Install the Diagnostic Harness (PN 29290-2)
9. Press rod assembly into cylinder and tighten following the instructions included with the kit.
gland to 30–40 ft-lb.
Excerpts taken from UltraMount ® 2 Owner's Manual (Lit. No. 43181, Rev. 01).

SYSTEM OVERVIEW – HT Series™ CONTROLS
Power Indicator
Light (red)
ON/OFF Switch
(emergency stop
on side of control)
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ON/OFF Button
(emergency stop)
Joystick Control
Hand-Held Control

HAND-HELD CONTROL WITH SECURITY GUARD™ SNOWPLOW ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM
CONTROL OVERVIEW
Each control is equipped with an ON/OFF switch Function Time-Outs

WARNING and an indicator light to show when the control is
To prevent accidental movement of the powered ON or OFF. The controls are powered by All control functions, except LOWER/FLOAT, time
blade, always push the ON/OFF button the vehicle's battery, so your vehicle ignition (key) out (stop) automatically after a period of time. This
to switch the control OFF whenever switch must be ON to use the controls. is to limit the amount of electrical energy required
the snowplow is not in use. The power from the vehicle.
indicator light will turn OFF. Before Activating the
SECURITY GUARD System: NOTE: If control function times out before
The SECURITY GUARD feature was developed desired blade movement is complete, release
as an electrical anti-theft system for the half-ton Install the control as stated in the Hand-Held button and press again.
snowplows. The system provides a deterrent from Control Kit Installation Instructions, and check all
theft and/or non-permitted use by allowing you snowplow functions as described below.
to electronically lock the snowplow's hydraulic Automatic Shutdown
functions.
OPERATING THE HAND-HELD The control will automatically turn OFF after being
All half-ton snowplow controls come equipped CONTROL idle for 20 minutes. To reactivate the control after a 19
with the SECURITY GUARD system. To use this shutdown, press the ON/OFF button.
function, you must complete the steps under the 1. Turn the vehicle ignition switch to the "ON" or
"Activation & Establishing a 4-Digit Security Code" "ACCESSORY" position.
section later in this guide.
2. Press the ON/OFF button on the control. The
FLOAT Light Power Indicator power indicator light glows red, indicating the
(green) Light (red) control is ON. The power indicator light glows
red whenever the control and the vehicle
ignition switch are both ON and the electrical
FLOAT ON/OFF connections to the snowplow are completed.
The ON/OFF button operates as an

RAISE
emergency stop if required.
ON/OFF
1 2
Button
L R (emergency
stop)
3 4
LOWER

Smooth Stop Function Description of Operation

Press this button to raise the snowplow and
The control automatically allows the blade to coast FLOAT Light RAISE cancel the FLOAT mode. Function times out
to a stop when the button is released. This results (green) after 4.8 seconds.
in smoother operation, reduces the shock to the Press this button to lower the snowplow.
hydraulic system, and increases hose and valve LOWER Release the button to stop blade at desired
life. height.
FLOAT ON/OFF
Press the LOWER button and hold 3/4 second
to activate this mode. The FLOAT light in
Control Functions the upper left corner of the control face will
illuminate. The blade will lower to the ground
Raise, Lower, Float, Angle RAISE surface and follow the contour of the surface
FLOAT as it dips or raises. Function does not time out,
The four diamond-shaped buttons in the center of but control will shut down after 20 minutes of
1 2
the control face, when pressed, will result in the nonuse.
blade movements described in the table. Press RAISE button momentarily to cancel
L R FLOAT. Angling left or right will not interrupt 20
(stop) the FLOAT function.
3 4 L
Press this button to angle the blade to the left.
(Angle
Function times out after 9.6 seconds.
Left)
LOWER R
Press this button to angle the blade to the
(Angle
right. Function times out after 9.6 seconds.
Right)
Used to access the SECURITY GUARD
1&4
system activation mode.
Used to clear the entered SECURITY GUARD
2&3
system code.
NOTE: If control function times out before desired

blade movement is complete, release button and
press again.

SECURITY GUARD System
Activation & Establishing a 4-Digit Security Code 4. Once a 4-digit security code is established,
the SECURITY GUARD system will recognize NOTE: If the plow/vehicle electrical connection
NOTE: The snowplow must be attached to the any control that has been programmed with is lost or disconnected, the SECURITY GUARD
vehicle, and all the electrical connections must the same 4-digit security code. If a control system will reset, requiring any HT Series control
be connected prior to activating the security not programmed with the correct 4-digit that is not programmed with the established
code function. security code is connected to the system, 4-digit security code to manually re-enter the
the established security code will have to be security code to activate the snowplow.
1. Turn the vehicle ignition switch to the "ON" or entered manually before the snowplow can be
"ACCESSORY" position. (It is not necessary to activated (see the Manual Unlock procedure). Clearing an Established 4-Digit Security Code
start the vehicle.)
NOTE: If the control POWER button is turned ON 1. Turn the vehicle ignition switch to the "ON" or
2. Verify that the control power indicator is OFF. prior to completing the programming procedure, "ACCESSORY" position.
If the power indicator light is red, the control your 4-digit security code will be cancelled.
is ON. Press the ON/OFF button to turn the 2. If the snowplow is locked (the control POWER
hand-held control OFF. Manual Unlock light will be flashing at a fast rate), unlock the
snowplow by following the Manual Unlock 21
3. To activate the SECURITY GUARD mode, If the SECURITY GUARD system is activated and procedure.
press the control #1 button four consecutive you are using a HT Series™ control with a different
times, and then press the #4 button four 4-digit code than the established security code, 3. Turn the control OFF. Verify that the power
consecutive times (sequence: 1, 1, 1, 1, 4, 4, 4, you will be required to manually enter the 4-digit indicator is OFF.
4). The green FLOAT light will flash quickly and security code before operating a locked snowplow.
the red POWER light will turn ON indicating 4. With the control OFF, press the #2 button
the system is ready to accept your 4-digit 1. Turn the vehicle ignition to the "ON" or four consecutive times, and then press the #3
security code. Enter your 4-digit security code "ACCESSORY" position. button four consecutive times. This sequence
by pressing any of the eight following buttons (2, 2, 2, 2, 3, 3, 3, 3) will clear the 4-digit
in any sequence: UP, DOWN, LEFT, RIGHT, 1, 2. Turn the control ON. security code from the SECURITY GUARD
2, 3, or 4. system. The FLOAT light will flash to indicate
3. The POWER light will flash rapidly, indicating that the 4-digit security code was cleared.
Once you have entered your 4-digit security that the snowplow is locked.
code, the FLOAT light will stop flashing and the NOTE: To enter a new 4-digit security code see
POWER light will turn OFF. This indicates that 4. Enter the 4-digit security code. Activation & Establishing a 4-Digit Security
your 4-digit security code is entered and stored Code.
in the SECURITY GUARD system. 5. After entering the correct security code, the
POWER light will change from flashing rapidly to
a solid light to indicate the snowplow has been
successfully unlocked.

Light Flash Indicators Additional Notes
• The SECURITY GUARD system requires

POWER – Red Function any HT Series™ control (other than the one
Off Control is OFF with the assigned 4-digit security code) to
Solid On Control is ON and active enter the security code before the snowplow
Slow Flash No communication can be activated. Once the security code is
established, the SECURITY GUARD system
Fast Flash Snowplow is locked – enter 4-digit
security code to unlock recognizes that a control with the same
security code is attached, and does not require
a manual unlock to activate the snowplow. The
FLOAT – Green Function system will recognize the control as "safe" and
Solid On Float function is active will automatically unlock.
Fast Flash Security code activation in progress
• The SECURITY GUARD system is only fully
functional with hand-held controls PN 49800.
• In the event that a snowplow is locked and 22

cannot be manually unlocked or reset, contact
your Authorized Dealer.
• REMINDER: Record your security code for

future reference.

JOYSTICK CONTROL WITH SECURITY GUARD™ SNOWPLOW ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM
CONTROL OVERVIEW
All half-ton snowplow controls come equipped Function Time-Outs

WARNING with the SECURITY GUARD system. To use
To prevent accidental movement of the this function, you must complete the "Activation" All control functions, except LOWER/FLOAT, time
blade, always move the ON/OFF switch to process. out (stop) automatically after a period of time. This
OFF whenever the snowplow is not in use. is to limit the amount of electrical energy required
The power indicator light will turn OFF. Each control is equipped with an ON/OFF switch from the vehicle.
and an indicator light to show when the control is
powered ON or OFF. The controls are powered by NOTE: If control function times out before
The SECURITY GUARD feature was developed the vehicle's battery, so your vehicle ignition (key) desired blade movement is complete, release
as an electrical anti-theft system for the half-ton switch must be ON to use the controls. the lever to the center position, then move
snowplows. The system provides a deterrent from back into the desired function.
theft and/or non-permitted use by allowing you
to electronically lock the snowplow's hydraulic
functions.
Before Activating the Automatic Shutdown
SECURITY GUARD System:
The control will automatically turn OFF after being 23
Install the control as stated in the Joystick Control idle for 20 minutes. To reactivate the control after a
Power Indicator FLOAT Light Kit Installation Instructions, and check all snowplow shutdown, move the ON/OFF switch to OFF, then
Light (red) (green) functions as described below. back to ON.
OPERATING THE JOYSTICK CONTROL

ON / OFF FLOAT
RAISE
1. Turn the vehicle ignition switch to the "ON" or
1 2
"ACCESSORY" position.
ON/OFF
Switch 2. Move the slide switch on the side of the control
(emergency to the "ON" position. The power indicator light
stop) L R glows red, indicating the control is ON. The
indicator light glows red whenever the control
and the vehicle ignition switch are both ON and
3 4
the electrical connections to the snowplow are
LOWER completed.
The ON/OFF switch operates as an emergency

stop if required.

Smooth Stop FLOAT Light Function Description of Operation

(green) Move the control lever toward the top of the
The control automatically allows the blade to coast control body to raise the snowplow and cancel
RAISE
to a stop when the lever returns to center position. the FLOAT mode. Function times out after
This results in smoother operation, reduces the 4.8 seconds.
shock to the hydraulic system, and increases hose Move the control lever toward the bottom
ON / OFF FLOAT
and valve life. of the control body to lower the snowplow.
LOWER
Release the lever to stop blade at the desired
RAISE height.
Control Lever Movement 1 2 Move the control lever to the LOWER position
and hold 3/4 second to activate this mode. The
From the center position, the control lever can FLOAT light in the upper right corner of the
be moved in one of eight (8) directions to control control face will illuminate. The blade will lower
various movements of the snowplow blade. to the ground surface and follow the contour of
To change from one movement of the blade to L R FLOAT the surface as it dips or raises. Function does
not time out; however, control will shut down
another, the control lever must be moved back to
the center position before selecting the desired
after 20 minutes of nonuse. 24
Move lever to the RAISE position momentarily
function. Whenever the lever is released, it should to cancel FLOAT. Angling left or right will not
3 4
spring back into the center position to stop any interrupt (stop) the FLOAT function.
blade movement. LOWER Move the control lever straight to the left to
L
angle the blade left. Function times out after
(Angle Left)
Control Functions 9.6 seconds.
R Move the control lever straight to the right to
(Angle angle the blade right. Function times out after
Raise, Lower, Float, Angle
Right) 9.6 seconds.
Used to access the SECURITY GUARD
Moving the control lever in straight lines up and 1&4
system activation mode.
down or from side to side on the control body will Used to clear the entered SECURITY GUARD
result in the blade movements described in the 2&3
system code.
following tables.
NOTE: If control function times out before

desired blade movement is complete, release
the lever to the center position, then move
back into the desired function.

SECURITY GUARD System
Activation & Establishing a 4-Digit Security Code 4. Once a 4-digit security code is established,
NOTE: If the plow/vehicle electrical connection
the SECURITY GUARD system will recognize
NOTE: The snowplow must be attached to the is lost or disconnected, the SECURITY GUARD
any control that has been programmed with
vehicle and all the electrical connections must system will reset, requiring any HT Series control
the same 4-digit security code. If a control
be connected prior to activating the security that is not programmed with the established
not programmed with the correct 4-digit
code function. 4-digit security code to manually re-enter the
security code is connected to the system,
security code to activate the snowplow.
the established security code will have to be
1. Turn the vehicle ignition switch to the "ON" or entered manually before the snowplow can be
"ACCESSORY" position. (It is not necessary to activated (see the Manual Unlock procedure). Clearing an Established 4-Digit Security Code
start the vehicle.)
NOTE: If the control POWER switch is turned ON 1. Turn the vehicle ignition switch to the "ON" or
2. Verify the control power indicator is OFF. If the prior to completing the programming procedure, "ACCESSORY" position.
power indicator light is red, the control is ON. your 4-digit security code will be cancelled.
Slide the ON/OFF switch to "OFF" to turn the 2. If the snowplow is locked (the control POWER
control OFF. Manual Unlock light will be flashing at a fast rate), unlock the
snowplow by following the Manual Unlock 25
3. To activate the SECURITY GUARD mode, If the SECURITY GUARD system is activated and procedure.
move the control lever into the #1 position four you are using a HT Series™ control with a different
consecutive times, and then in the direction 4-digit code than the established security code, 3. Slide the control switch to the "OFF" position.
of the #4 position four consecutive times you will be required to manually enter the 4-digit Verify that the power indicator is OFF.
(sequence: security code before operating a locked snowplow.
1, 1, 1, 1, 4, 4, 4, 4). The green FLOAT light will 4. With the control OFF, move the control lever
flash quickly and the red POWER light will turn 1. Turn the vehicle ignition to the "ON" or to the #2 position four consecutive times,
ON indicating the system is ready to accept "ACCESSORY" position. and then to the #3 position four consecutive
your 4-digit security code. times. This sequence (2, 2, 2, 2, 3, 3, 3, 3)
2. Slide the control switch to the "ON" position. will clear the 4-digit security code from the
Enter your 4-digit security code by moving the SECURITY GUARD system. The FLOAT light
control lever into the position of any of the eight 3. The POWER light will flash rapidly, indicating will flash to indicate that the 4-digit security
following positions: UP, DOWN, LEFT, RIGHT, that the snowplow is locked. code was cleared.
1, 2, 3, or 4.
4. Enter the 4-digit security code. NOTE: To enter a new 4-digit security code see
Once you have entered your 4-digit security Activation & Establishing a 4-Digit Security
code, the FLOAT light will stop flashing and the 5. After entering the correct security code, the Code.
POWER light will turn OFF. This indicates that POWER light will change from flashing rapidly to
your 4-digit security code is entered and stored a solid light to indicate the snowplow has been
in the SECURITY GUARD system. successfully unlocked.

Light Flash Indicators Additional Notes
POWER – Red Function • The SECURITY GUARD system requires

Off Control is OFF any HT Series™ control (other than the one
with the assigned 4-digit security code) to
Solid On Control is ON and active
enter the security code before the snowplow
Slow Flash No communication can be activated. Once the security code is
Fast Flash Snowplow is locked – enter 4-digit established, the SECURITY GUARD system
security code to unlock recognizes that a control with the same
security code is attached, and does not require
FLOAT – Green Function a manual unlock to activate the snowplow. The
system will recognize the control as "safe" and
Solid On Float function is active
will automatically unlock.
Fast Flash Security code activation in progress
• The SECURITY GUARD system is only fully
functional with joystick controls PN 49700. 26
• In the event that a snowplow is locked and

cannot be manually unlocked or reset, contact
your Authorized Dealer.
• REMINDER: Record your security code for

future reference.

HAND-HELD MASTER CONTROL FOR THE SECURITY GUARD™ SNOWPLOW ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM
UNIVERSAL CLEAR SECURITY
WARNING IMPORTANT: The following steps must be NOTE: The only button that should be exposed
To prevent accidental movement of the performed using the Distributor Master is the LOWER button. All other buttons should
blade, always push the ON/OFF button Control (PN 48800). Only the Distributor Master be engaged and pressed down.
to switch the control OFF whenever Control can clear an established code within
the snowplow is not in use. The power a snowplow module without using the original 3. While pushing down on the tool engaging all
indicator light will turn OFF. control used to establish the code. functions except LOWER, turn the ignition ON.
Perform the following steps to unlock and clear 1. Turn the vehicle ignition to the "OFF" position. 4. Upon turning the ignition to the "ON" position,
an established security code, without using the the module has been reset, and there is no
original control that was used to establish the code. 2. With the control power OFF, using the tool that security code associated with the snowplow.
This procedure should be used to reset the module was included in the Distributor Master Control
if the security code is unknown. box, place the tool over the keypad and push
down on the plate.
27
Master Control
Plate
Master Control Keypad
Plate
FLOAT ON/OFF
Position the
Master Control Plate AIS
over the keypad. Master Control
Plate aligned
on the keypad.
LOWER
Align the plate so that
only the LOWER button
on the keypad is exposed. LOWER Button
LOWER Button

THEORY OF OPERATION
SNOWPLOW HYDRAULICS
The HT Series™ snowplow hydraulic system Snowplow Daytime Running Lights The output of the vehicle high beam/low beam
performs four blade movements. select switch is directed to the Isolation Module
Because Daytime Running Lamps (DRLs) are via the plug-in harness. When the snowplow is not
All functions require the vehicle ignition (key) controlled differently on some vehicles, two attached to the vehicle, the signal passes through
switch to be in the "ON" or "ACCESSORY" position Isolation Modules have been developed. the normally closed relay contacts to the vehicle
and the power to be activated on the snowplow cab headlamps. During this time, the Isolation Module
control. The standard Isolation Module transfers the DRL is inactive, placing no current draw on the vehicle's
output from the vehicle headlamps to the snowplow electrical system.
Three of the four hydraulic movements require lights when the vehicle ignition switch is turned ON
energizing the electric motor and appropriate and the snowplow is attached. With the snowplow attached, the Isolation Module
solenoid cartridge valves. The fourth function, is still inactive until either of the two following
LOWER, does not energize the motor but requires The second Isolation Module, designed for conditions are met: the vehicle parking lights are
activating a cartridge valve. vehicles with dedicated DRL bulbs, senses the turned ON or the vehicle ignition switch is turned
vehicle in the DRL mode and a series of relays ON.
Power from the vehicle battery is supplied to the energize, placing the snowplow low beams in
solenoid coils and the snowplow control via the series. This Isolation Module does not turn off the Turning ON the vehicle parking lights activates 28
Isolation Module. The solenoid cartridge valves vehicle's dedicated DRLs. a series of relays, automatically transferring the
operate in various combinations, directed by the vehicle high and low beams to the snowplow while
cab control, to send hydraulic fluid to the snowplow supplying battery power directly to the snowplow
lift and angle rams and/or back to the reservoir. parking lights. All snowplow lighting exits the
(Power is supplied to the Plow Module via the
3-PORT MODULE ELECTRICAL Isolation Module through port A.
battery cable and motor relay connection.)
Overview Turning ON the vehicle ignition switch energizes
ANGLE ANGLE a snowplow control relay, supplying vehicle
BLADE RAISE LOWER
RIGHT LEFT
The Isolation Module acts as an electrical hub, battery power directly to the control via the vehicle
MOVEMENT automatically directing vehicle power to the control harness and plug-in harness. The vehicle
appropriate vehicle or snowplow lighting devices, ignition switch also supplies power to the vehicle
while also supplying battery power to the snowplow turn signals. Activating the vehicle turn signals
control. energizes the turn signal circuit, which supplies
vehicle battery power directly to the snowplow turn
The vehicle high and low beams enter and exit the signals.
Isolation Module through port B (left side lighting)
and port C (right side lighting). Park, turn, and DRL
signals also enter through ports B and C.

THEORY OF OPERATION
3-PORT MODULE ELECTRICAL
White Label Non-DRL Module • Activating a switched accessory wire (a • With the four headlamp relays shifted to the
(PN 29060) key-controlled power source) applies battery "snowplow" position, the vehicle high and
voltage to the VACC input of the module, low beams are now directed to the snowplow
NOTE: Module has been replaced by which energizes the coil of the control power headlamps via the vehicle and snowplow
PN 29070-1. relay (part of the 3-port module). Energizing lighting harnesses. Toggling the dimmer switch
the coil of the control power relay causes the between high and low beam will toggle the
relay contacts to shift from the "N.O." (normally snowplow high and low beams.
Snowplow not attached to vehicle: opened) position to the "N.C." (normally closed)
position, which supplies battery voltage to • Activating the turn signal applies battery
System is inactive. Vehicle lighting system the snowplow control via the plug-in harness voltage to the module turn signal circuit input.
functions normally. and the vehicle control harness. The switched The voltage is applied to a solid state power
accessory wire only controls battery voltage to device, which causes the device to turn ON
Reason: No ground to module. the snowplow control. and apply battery voltage to the snowplow
turn signal lamp filaments via the vehicle and
Snowplow attached to vehicle: • Activating the vehicle park light circuit applies snowplow lighting harnesses.
battery voltage to the module park circuit input. 29
System is inactive until either the switched The voltage is applied to a solid state power • On vehicles equipped with DRLs—either
accessory wire or the vehicle parking lights are device, which causes the device to turn ON integrated into the vehicle headlamps or
activated. Vehicle and snowplow lighting systems and apply battery voltage to the snowplow park separated into dedicated DRL lamps—this
function as outlined in the Theory of Operation lamp filaments via the vehicle and snowplow module will not turn OFF the vehicle DRLs
overview. lighting harnesses. Voltage is also applied to or transfer them to the snowplow. DRLs will
the module's high and low beam relay coils, remain on the vehicle and operate as the
Reason: Ground path is established from battery which causes the relay contacts to shift from vehicle manufacturer intended.
common to pin C on port A of the 3-port module the "vehicle" to the "snowplow" position.
via the following harnesses: vehicle battery cable,
vehicle control harness, plug-in harness, vehicle
lighting harness, and snowplow lighting harness.

THEORY OF OPERATION
Green Label DRL Module • Activating a switched accessory wire (a key- • Activating the turn signal applies voltage to the
(PN 29070-1) controlled power source) applies battery voltage module turn signal circuit input. A control circuit
to the VACC input of the module. A control senses the voltage and turns ON a solid state
Snowplow not attached to vehicle: circuit senses the voltage and energizes the power device, which applies battery voltage to
coil of the control power relay (part of the 3-port the snowplow turn signal lamp filaments via the
System is inactive. Vehicle lighting system module). Energizing the coil of the control power vehicle and snowplow lighting harnesses.
functions normally. relay causes the relay contacts to shift from
the "N.O." (normally opened) position to the • PN 29070-1 only: On vehicles equipped
Reason: No ground to module. "N.C." (normally closed) position, which supplies with DRLs integrated into the vehicle
battery voltage to the snowplow control via the headlamps. Activation of the switched
Snowplow attached to vehicle: plug-in harness and the vehicle control harness. accessory wire (a key-controlled power source)
The switched accessory wire only controls port C, position C, applies battery voltage to
System is inactive until either the switched battery voltage to the snowplow control. the module's high and low beam relay coils,
accessory wire or the vehicle parking lights are which causes the relay contacts to shift from
activated. Vehicle and snowplow lighting systems • Activating the vehicle park light circuit applies the "vehicle" to the "snowplow" position. This
voltage to the module park circuit input. A module will transfer the vehicle headlamp 30
function as outlined in the Theory of Operation
Overview. control circuit senses the voltage and turns ON DRLs to the snowplow (turns off vehicle
a solid state power device, which applies battery DRLs).
Reason: Ground path is established from battery voltage to the snowplow park lamp filaments via
common to pin C on port A of the 3-port module the vehicle and snowplow lighting harnesses. • On vehicles equipped with dedicated DRL
via the following harnesses: vehicle battery cable, bulbs or vehicles using the turn signals
vehicle control harness, adapter, plug-in harness, • With the park light circuit energized, the control as DRLs, this module will not turn OFF the
vehicle lighting harness, and snowplow lighting circuit monitors the vehicle high and low vehicle bulbs. While the vehicle is in the
harness. beam inputs. When battery voltage is sensed, DRL mode, this module will illuminate the
the appropriate solid state power devices snowplow light turn signal filaments.
are turned ON, supplying battery voltage to
the snowplow headlamps via the vehicle and
snowplow lighting harnesses. Toggling the
dimmer switch between high and low beam will
toggle the snowplow high and low beams.

THEORY OF OPERATION
Blue Label Module • Turning on the vehicle ignition switch provides • With the headlamp relays shifted to the
(PN 29760-2) 12V to the switched accessory wire, which in "snowplow" position, the vehicle high and
turn applies battery voltage to the VACC input low beams are now directed to the snowplow
NOTE: Limited vehicle application. to the module at port C, pin C. A control circuit headlamps via the vehicle and snowplow
senses the voltage and energizes the coil of lighting harnesses. Toggling the dimmer switch
the module control power relay. Energizing between high and low beam will toggle the
According to the vehicle manufacturer, all 2008 the coil of the control power relay causes the snowplow high and low beams.
Ford Super Duty F-250/350/450/550 trucks built relay contacts to shift from the "N.C." (normally
before 04/18/2007 will require this module. closed) position to the "N.O." (normally • Activating the turn signal applies battery
Trucks built after that date and having the opened) position, which supplies battery voltage to the module turn signal circuit input.
Plow Prep Package use the green label module voltage to the snowplow control via the plug-in
(PN 29070-1). harness and the vehicle control harness. The Left: port B, position G;
switched accessory wire only controls battery
Snowplow not attached to vehicle: voltage to the snowplow control. Right: port C, position G.
System is inactive. Vehicle lighting system • Activating the vehicle park light circuit applies The voltage is applied to a solid state power 31
functions normally. battery voltage to the module park circuit device, which causes the device to turn ON
input, port B, pin H. The voltage is applied to and apply battery voltage to the snowplow
Snowplow attached to vehicle and the a solid state power device, which causes the turn signal lamp filaments via the vehicle and
electrical connections at the grille are made: device to turn ON and apply battery voltage snowplow lighting harnesses.
to the snowplow park lamp filaments via the
System is inactive until either the vehicle ignition vehicle and snowplow lighting harnesses. • On vehicles equipped with DRLs integrated
switch or the vehicle parking lights are activated. Voltage is also applied to the module's high into the vehicle headlamps, activating a
Vehicle and snowplow lighting systems function as and low beam relay coils, which causes the switched accessory wire (a key-controlled
outlined in the Theory of Operation overview. relay contacts to shift from the "vehicle" to the power source) applies battery voltage to the
"snowplow" position. module's high and low beam relay coils,
which causes the relay contacts to shift from
the "vehicle" to the "snowplow" position. This
module will transfer the vehicle headlamp
DRLs to the snowplow.

ELECTRICAL & HYDRAULIC SCHEMATICS
This section contains hydraulic and

ELECTRICAL LEGEND HYDRAULIC LEGEND
electrical schematics to help explain
how the hydraulic unit performs the
CROSSING WIRE LINE, WORKING (MAIN) SPRING
different functions. A schematic is an
abstract drawing showing the purpose
WIRE SPLICE LINES JOINING SOLENOID, SINGLE WINDING
of each component in the system. Each
component is represented by a graphical
symbol. The hydraulic and electrical IN-LINE CONNECTOR
LINES CROSSING
PILOT-OPERATED (P/O)
legends describe each symbol used in the CHECK VALVE
schematics for this guide. FUSE FLOW, DIRECTION OF

HYDRAULIC FLUID
VALVE, ADJUSTABLE
PRESSURE RELIEF
The first two schematics show an overview SOLENOID COIL
LINE, TO RESERVOIR
of the complete electrical and hydraulic BELOW FLUID LEVEL
CIRCUIT GROUND
systems. Other schematics highlight the VALVE, FLOW CONTROL,
ADJUSTABLE-
flow of hydraulic oil and electrical current for NON-COMPENSATED
each function the hydraulic unit performs as MOTOR RELAY
HYDRAULIC PUMP
well as the flow of electrical current for the FIXED DISPLACEMENT
VALVE, 2-POSITION,
snowplow and vehicle lights.
BATTERY 2-CONNECTION
(2-WAY)
32
MOTOR
• Bold lines and gray lines (ground) CYLINDER VALVE, 2-POSITION,
3-CONNECTION
represent the circuit being activated (3-WAY)
HEADLAMP
only.
ELECTRIC MOTOR VALVE, 2-POSITION,
4-CONNECTION
• Shaded components are either PARK/TURN LAMP (4-WAY)
activated or shifted from their normal FILTER, STRAINER,
position. DIFFUSER
ORIFICE PLATE
PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD
NOTE:
Left Side = Driver's Side (DS) COMPONENT ENCLOSURE COMPONENT ENCLOSURE CHECK VALVE
Right Side = Passenger's Side (PS)
Wire Color Code Abbreviations

BLK Black BLU/ORN Blue w/ Orange GRY Gray PUR Purple DRL Daytime Running Lamps
BLK/ORN Black w/ Orange BRN Brown LTBLU Light Blue RED Red MTR RLY Motor Relay
BLK/RED Black w/ Red BRN/GRN Brown w/ Green LTGRN Light Green WHT White P/T SIG Park / Turn Signal
BLK/WHT Black w/ White BRN/RED Brown w/ Red ORN Orange WHT/YEL White w/ Yellow
BLU Blue GRN Green PNK Pink YEL Yellow

SYSTEM OVERVIEW – ELECTRICAL
WIRING – 3-PORT MODULE
Factory Vehicle Harness CAUTION

Park/Turn On 2-plug electrical systems,
Lamps plug covers shall be used
whenever snowplow is
disconnected. Vehicle battery
Battery cable is 12V unfused source.
BLK
Vehicle
Headlamps
Vehicle Battery Cable RED
BAT
33
Vehicle Control Harness

To Snowplow Control
RE
Vehicle Lighting
D
Harness To Switched
(11-Pin) Accessory
Turn Signal
Vehicle Configuration Plug
Headlamps
Typical Plug-In Harness
10A Fuses Fire Wall

(Snowplow Park/Turn & 3-Port Module
Park/Turn Snowplow Control) (Non-DRL or DRL)
Lamps
Factory Vehicle Harness NOTE: The isolation module shown on the driver's side for illustration
purposes only. Location may be different for the vehicle.

ELECTRICAL SCHEMATIC – 3-PORT MODULE
Snowplow Assembly Vehicle Battery Cable, 4-Receptacle

Plow (End View)
BLK
Pump –
RED BLK
1 – Red (Control Power) 1 – Red
– + 4 3 3 4 Control
1
Motor 2 – Red (Twisted with #3) 2 – Green
RED
A A 3 – Black (Twisted with #2) 2 1 1 2 3 – White
(Sockets)
+ B B
3
Battery
RED
TAN C C 4 – Black (Control Ground) 4 – Black
WHT
RED
TAN
BLK
WHT D D (connector face view)
4
RED RED
E
F
G
E
F
G
A
2
Motor H
J
H
J Vehicle Control Harness, 4-Wire
BLK K K
Relay D
C
D
C
BLK
RED
RED
RED
1
2
1 RED
2 GRN
4A Fuse: S1, S2, S3 B B RED BLK 3 3 WHT
BLK 4A Fuse: Motor Relay A A BLK BLK 4 4 BLK
RED
4-Pin Plug
S1 RED A A
CAUTION (Under Dash)

WHT B B
C C
D D
S2 GRN E
F
G
H
E
F
G
H
B On 2-plug electrical systems, plug covers shall
A BCD
RED To Switched Accessory Lead
S3 BLU J J
ABCD
RED K K
be used whenever snowplow is disconnected.
SWV-CC
ACC-DC
COM
Vehicle battery cable is 12V unfused source.
12V
10A Reversible
Control Turn Signal
& Module Plug
Fuses
BLK/ORN
A
34
B
C LOW-VA
Blank D COM-VJ 12V
Connector
E
F
G
C HIGH-VB
HIGH-CD
12V C
H LOW-VA A A LOW BEAM IN
J COM-BK HIGH-VB B B HIGH BEAM IN
K LOW-AE ACC-DC C C SWITCHED VACC IN
Typical TURN-VA HIGH-CD D D HIGH BEAM OUT
Plow Module LOW-AE E E LOW BEAM OUT
Plug-In TURN-VB
F2-CF
TURN-AG
F F MODULE POWER IN
TURN IN
G G
Harness PARK-VH H H DRL IN
COM-BJ J J COM IN
Plow (End View) HIGH-CD COM-BK K K COM OUT
COM-BK
LOW-AE B
6
9 10 11
Passenger-Side Plow Lamp LOW-VA LOW-VA A A LOW BEAM IN

3 4 5
COM-VJ HIGH-VB B B HIGH BEAM IN

(Pins)
HIGH-VB SWV-CC C C CONTROL PWR OUT

C PARK HIGH-CD D D HIGH BEAM OUT
PARK B TURN-9B LOW-AE E E LOW BEAM OUT
8
TURN F1-BF F F CONTROL POWER IN

2
A COM TURN-BG G G TURN IN

7
PARK-VH H H PARK LAMP IN

COM-BJ J J COM IN
C COM-BK K K COM OUT
HIGH HIGH-3C Located at Front of Vehicle
LOW B
BEAM
A
COM-5B
LOW-1A LOW-1A
COM
1
2
1
2
BLK/WHT
BLK/ORN WHT
A LEFT HIGH BEAM OUT
A A
HIGH-3C 3 3 WHT/YEL BLK B B LEFT LOW BEAM OUT
HIGH-4C 4 4 WHT BLK/ORN C C MODULE COM IN
COM-5B 5 5 BLU/ORN WHT/YEL D D RIGHT HIGH BEAM OUT
Driver-Side Plow Lamp LOW-6A
COM
6
7
6
7
BLK
BLK/ORN
BLK/WHT
PUR
E E RIGHT LOW BEAM OUT
RIGHT TURN OUT
F F
TURN-8B 8 8 GRY GRY G G LEFT TURN OUT
C TURN-9B 9 9 PUR BRN H H PARK LAMP OUT
HIGH HIGH-4C PARK 10 10 BRN LTBLU J J LEFT HEADLAMP COM
B COM-11B COM-11B 11 11 LTBLU BLU/ORN RIGHT HEADLAMP COM
LOW K K
A LOW-6A
BEAM
Plow Vehicle
Lighting Isolation Module
PARK
Lighting
TURN
C Harness, Harness,
B TURN-8B
PARK A COM 11-Pin 11-Pin NOTE: Labeling shown (left and right) is correct for modules located on the driver's side of
the vehicle. The reversible turn signal plug must be reversed for passenger-side installations.

LOW BEAM HEADLAMPS WITH SNOWPLOW CONNECTED TO VEHICLE (3-PORT MODULE)
Snowplow Assembly Plow (End View)

Vehicle Battery Cable, 4-Receptacle
BLK
Pump –
RED BLK
1
Motor – + 2 – Red (Twisted with #3) 4 3 3 4 2 – Green Control
(Sockets)
RED
3
+ B B
Battery
RED
WHT
RED
4
TAN
BLK
RED RED
E
F
E
F A
2
G G
Motor H
J
H
BLK K K
Relay D
C
D
C
BLK
RED
RED
RED
1
2
1 RED
2 GRN
RED
4-Pin Plug
RED A A
CAUTION
S1 WHT B B (Under Dash)
C C
D D
S2 GRN E
F
G
H
E
F
G
H
A BCD
S3 BLU J J
ABCD
RED K K
SWV-CC
ACC-DC
COM
12V
10A Reversible
Control Turn Signal
& Module Plug
Fuses
BLK/ORN
A
35
B
C LOW-VA
D COM-VJ 12V
E
F
G
C HIGH-VB
HIGH-CD
12V C
Plug-In TURN-VB
F2-CF
TURN-AG
F F MODULE POWER IN
TURN IN
G G
COM-BJ J J COM IN
Plow (End View) HIGH-CD COM-BK K K COM OUT
COM-BK
B
6
LOW-AE
9 10 11
Passenger-Side Plow Lamp LOW-VA

3 4 5
LOW-VA A A LOW BEAM IN

(Pins)

PARK LOW-AE E E LOW BEAM OUT
8
B TURN-9B
2
TURN F1-BF F F CONTROL POWER IN

A COM
7
TURN-BG G G TURN IN
1

COM-BJ J J COM IN
LOW B
BEAM
A
COM-5B
LOW-1A LOW-1A
COM
1
2
1
2
BLK/WHT
BLK/ORN WHT
A A
COM
6
7
6
7
BLK
BLK/ORN
BLK/WHT
PUR
RIGHT TURN OUT
F F
LOW K K
A LOW-6A
BEAM
Plow Vehicle
PARK
Lighting
TURN
C Harness, Harness,
B TURN-8B

HIGH BEAM HEADLAMPS WITH SNOWPLOW CONNECTED TO VEHICLE (3-PORT MODULE)

Plow (End View)
BLK
Pump –
RED BLK
Motor – + 4 3 3 4 Control
1
2 – Red (Twisted with #3) 2 – Green
RED
(Sockets)
+ B B
Battery
3
RED
WHT
RED
TAN
BLK
4
RED RED
E
F
G
E
F
G
A
2
Motor H
J
H
BLK K K
Relay D
C
D
C
BLK
RED
RED
RED
1
2
1 RED
2 GRN
RED
4-Pin Plug
RED A A
S1 WHT B
C
D
B
C
D
S2 GRN E
F
G
H
E
F
G
H
A BCD
S3 BLU J J
ABCD
RED K K
SWV-CC
ACC-DC
COM
12V
10A Reversible
Control Turn Signal
& Module Plug
Fuses
BLK/ORN
A
36
B
C LOW-VA
D COM-VJ 12V
E
F
G
C HIGH-VB
HIGH-CD
12V C
Plug-In TURN-VB
F2-CF
TURN-AG
F F MODULE POWER IN
TURN IN
G G
COM-BJ J J COM IN
HIGH-CD COM-BK K K COM OUT
Plow (End View)
COM-BK
LOW-AE B
6
Passenger-Side Plow Lamp

9 10 11
LOW-VA LOW-VA A A LOW BEAM IN

3 4 5

(Pins)

PARK B TURN-9B LOW-AE E E LOW BEAM OUT
F1-BF CONTROL POWER IN
8
TURN F F
2
A COM TURN-BG G G TURN IN

7

1
COM-BJ J J COM IN
LOW B
BEAM
A
COM-5B
LOW-1A LOW-1A
COM
1
2
1
2
BLK/WHT
BLK/ORN WHT
A A
COM
6
7
6
7
BLK
BLK/ORN
BLK/WHT
PUR
RIGHT TURN OUT
F F
LOW K K
A LOW-6A
BEAM
Plow Vehicle
PARK
Lighting
TURN
C Harness, Harness,
B TURN-8B

THEORY OF OPERATION
Snowplow Headlamps With the snowplow attached, the Isolation Module

is still inactive until either of the two following
The Isolation Module acts as an electrical hub, conditions are met: The vehicle parking lights are
automatically directing vehicle power to the turned ON or the vehicle ignition switch is turned
appropriate vehicle or snowplow lighting devices, ON.
while also supplying battery power to the snowplow
control. Turning ON the vehicle parking lights activates
a series of relays, automatically transferring the
The vehicle high and low beams enter and exit the vehicle high and low beams to the snowplow while
Isolation Module through port 3 (left-side lighting) supplying battery power directly to the snowplow
and port 4 (right-side lighting). Park, turn and DRL parking lights.
signals also enter through ports 3 and 4. The
output of the vehicle dimmer switch is directed to Turning ON the vehicle ignition switch energizes a
the Isolation Module via the long and short plug-in snowplow control relay, supplying vehicle battery
harnesses. power directly to the control via the vehicle control
harness. The vehicle ignition switch also supplies 37
All snowplow lighting exits the Isolation Module power to the vehicle turn signals. Activating the
through port 2. vehicle turn signals energizes turn signal relays,
which supply vehicle battery power directly to the
When the snowplow is not attached to the vehicle, snowplow turn signals.
the signal passes through the normally closed
relay contacts to the vehicle headlamps. During
this time, the Isolation Module is inactive, placing
no current draw on the vehicle's electrical system.

SYSTEM OVERVIEW – ELECTRICAL
WIRING – 4-PORT MODULE
Factory Vehicle Harness

CAUTION
On 2-plug electrical systems,
Park/Turn
plug covers shall be used
Lamps
whenever snowplow is
disconnected. Vehicle battery
Battery cable is 12V unfused source.
BLK
Vehicle
Headlamps
Vehicle Battery Cable RED
BAT
Long Plug-In Harness
38
PN 29175
Adapter
Vehicle Control Harness To Snowplow

Control
RE
7.5AFuse (Control)
Vehicle Lighting Harness (11-Pin)
D
To Switched
15A Fuse (Park/Turn) Accessory
Short Plug-In Harness

Vehicle
Headlamps
Fire Wall
4 3 2 1
Park/Turn
Lamps NOTE: The isolation module and short plug-in harness, containing the
Isolation Module
Factory Vehicle Harness park and DRL lamp wire, are shown on the driver's side for illustration
purposes only. Location may be different for the vehicle.

ELECTRICAL SCHEMATIC – 4-PORT MODULE

Plow (End View)
BLK
Pump –
RED BLK
Control
1
Motor – + 2 – Red (Twisted with #3) 4 3 3 4 2 – Green
RED
3 – Black (Twisted with #2) 3 – White
(Sockets)
A A 2 1 1 2
+
3
B B
Battery 4 – Black (Control Ground) 4 – Black
RED
TAN C C
WHT
RED
TAN
BLK
4
RED RED
E
F
G
E
F
G
A
2
Motor H
J
H
BLK K K
Relay D
C
D
C
BLK
RED
RED
RED
1
2
1 RED
2 GRN
RED
4-Pin Plug
S1 RED A A
WHT (Under Dash)
CAUTION
B B
C C
D D
S2 GRN E
F
E
F B
S3 BLU
G
H
J
G
H
J
On 2-plug electrical systems, plug covers shall
RED K K
be used whenever snowplow is disconnected. RED To Switched Accessory Lead
A BCD
A BCD
A
RED/GRN
Port #1 Adapter B
A RED C
B
C
RED/YEL D
E
From Vehicle
39
Blank
D
E
F C RED/BLK F 1 Control
Connector G
H 7.5A 15A Configuration
RED/WHT G
BLU H
Harness
J A A
K Control Park/Turn Plug or B B DKBLU/RED J
DKBLU/WHT K
BLK/ORN Fuse Fuse Dust Cover C C
Plow Module WHT A
BLK B
BLK/ORN C
WHT/YEL D From Vehicle
BLK/WHT
Plow (End View)
PUR
E
F 2 Lighting
GRY G Harness
6
BRN H
9 10 11
Passenger-Side Plow Lamp LTBLU J

3 4 5
BLU/ORN K
(Pins)
C PARK DS LOW BEAM IN A

YEL DS LOW BEAM IN YEL* A
PARK B TURN-9B
DS HIGH BEAM IN B
GRN DS HIGH BEAM IN GRN B
8
TURN C DS HIGH BEAM NO.2 IN** GRN C

2
A COM DS HIGH BEAM OUT RED D DS HIGH BEAM OUT RED D From DS
7
DS LOW BEAM OUT ORG E DS LOW BEAM OUT ORG E

For HB-3/HB-4
DRL SIGNAL IN
DS TURN IN
PNK
PUR G
F 3 For All
Headlamps
DS LOW BEAM NO.2 OUT**
DS TURN IN
WHT/YEL
PUR
F
G
3 Vehicle
HIGH C
B
HIGH-3C Located at Front of Vehicle Headlamps: PARK LAMP IN BRN H Except PARK LAMP IN BRN H Headlamps
LOW COM-5B To Vehicle DS COMMON IN LTBLU J HB-3/HB-4: DS COMMON IN BLU* J
A LOW-1A LOW-1A 1 1 BLK/WHT
BEAM Headlamps, DS COMMON OUT BLU K
To Vehicle DS COMMON OUT LTBLU K
COM 2 2 BLK/ORN
HIGH-3C 3 3 WHT/YEL Park/Turn, DRL PS LOW BEAM IN YEL
A Headlamps, PS LOW BEAM IN YEL* A
HIGH-4C 4 4 WHT and Factory PS HIGH BEAM IN B
GRN Park/Turn PS HIGH BEAM IN GRN B
COM-5B 5 5 BLU/ORN C PS HIGH BEAM NO.2 IN** WHT C
Driver-Side Plow Lamp LOW-6A 6 6 BLK Vehicle and Factory
COM 7 7 BLK/ORN Harnesses
PS HIGH BEAM OUT
PS LOW BEAM OUT
RED D
Vehicle
PS HIGH BEAM OUT RED D From PS
ORG E PS LOW BEAM OUT ORG E
C HIGH-4C
TURN-8B
TURN-9B
8
9
8
9
GRY
PUR PS TURN IN PUR G
F 4 Harnesses PS LOW BEAM NO.2 OUT**
PS TURN IN
WHT/YEL
PUR
F
G
4 Vehicle
HIGH B
PARK 10 10 BRN Headlamps
COM-11B COM-11B 11 11 LTBLU H H
LOW A PS COMMON IN LTBLU J PS COMMON IN BLU* J
LOW-6A
BEAM PS COMMON OUT BLU K PS COMMON OUT LTBLU K
Plow Vehicle
Lighting Lighting * HB-1(9004) A=BLUE, J=YELLOW) Isolation Module
PARK
TURN
C Harness, Harness, ** 99 DODGE RAM W/SPORT PACKAGE
B TURN-8B
PARK A COM 11-Pin 11-Pin

LOW BEAM HEADLAMPS WITH SNOWPLOW CONNECTED TO VEHICLE (4-PORT MODULE)

Plow (End View)
BLK
Pump –
RED BLK
– + 4 3 3 4 Control
1
RED
(Sockets)
+ B B
3
Battery
RED
WHT
RED
TAN
BLK
4
RED RED
E
F
G
E
F
G
A
2
Motor H
J
H
BLK K K
Relay D
C
D
C
BLK
RED
RED
RED
1
2
1 RED
2 GRN
RED
4-Pin Plug
S1 WHT RED A
B
C
D
A
B
C
D
S2 GRN E
F
G
H
E
F
G
H
B On 2-plug electrical systems, plug covers
S3
BLU J J
RED K K
12V unfused source. A BCD
A BCD
A
RED/GRN
Port #1 Adapter B
A RED C
From Vehicle
40
B RED/YEL D
C
E
D
E
G
RED/WHT G
BLU H
Harness
J A A
DKBLU/WHT K
Plow Module WHT A
BLK B
BLK/ORN C
BLK/WHT
Plow (End View) PUR
E
F 2 Lighting
GRY
BRN
G
H
Harness
6
9 10 11

3 4 5
BLU/ORN K
(Pins)
C PARK DS LOW BEAM IN YEL A DS LOW BEAM IN YEL* A

PARK B TURN-9B
DS HIGH BEAM IN GRN B DS HIGH BEAM IN GRN B
DS HIGH BEAM NO.2 IN**
8
TURN C GRN C
2
7

For HB-3/HB-4
DRL SIGNAL IN
DS TURN IN
PNK
PUR G
F 3 For All
Headlamps
DS LOW BEAM NO.2 OUT **
DS TURN IN
WHT/YEL
PUR
F
G
3 Vehicle
HIGH C
B
COM 2 2 BLK/ORN
HIGH-3C 3 3 WHT/YEL Park/Turn, DRL PS LOW BEAM IN YEL A Headlamps, PS LOW BEAM IN YEL* A
HIGH-4C 4 4 WHT and Factory PS HIGH BEAM IN GRN B Park/Turn PS HIGH BEAM IN GRN B
PS HIGH BEAM OUT
PS LOW BEAM OUT
RED D
Vehicle
C HIGH-4C
TURN-8B
TURN-9B
8
9
8
9
GRY
F 4 Harnesses PS LOW BEAM NO.2 OUT **
PS TURN IN
WHT/YEL
PUR
F
G
4 Vehicle
HIGH B
LOW-6A
Plow Vehicle
PARK
TURN
B TURN-8B

HIGH BEAM HEADLAMPS WITH SNOWPLOW CONNECTED TO VEHICLE (4-PORT MODULE)

Plow (End View)
BLK
Pump –
RED BLK
– + 4 3 3 4 Control
1
RED
(Sockets)
+ B B
3
Battery 4 – Black (Control Ground) 4 – Black
RED
TAN C C
WHT
RED
TAN
BLK
4
RED RED
E
F
G
E
F
G
A
2
Motor H
J
H
BLK K K
Relay D
C
D
C
BLK
RED
RED
RED
1
2
1 RED
2 GRN
RED
4-Pin Plug
S1 WHT RED A
B
C
D
A
B
C
D
S2 GRN E
F
G
H
E
F
G
H
B On 2-plug electrical systems, plug covers
S3
BLU J J
RED K K
12V unfused source. A BCD
A BCD
A
RED/GRN
Port #1 Adapter B
A RED C
From Vehicle
41
B RED/YEL D
C
E
D
E
G
RED/WHT G
BLU H
Harness
J A A
DKBLU/WHT K
Plow Module WHT A
BLK B
BLK/ORN C
BLK/WHT
Plow (End View) PUR
E
F 2 Lighting
GRY
BRN
G
H
Harness
6
9 10 11

3 4 5
BLU/ORN K
(Pins)
C PARK DS LOW BEAM IN A

YEL DS LOW BEAM IN YEL* A
PARK B TURN-9B
DS HIGH BEAM IN B
GRN DS HIGH BEAM IN GRN B
DS HIGH BEAM NO.2 IN**
8
TURN C GRN C
2
7

For HB-3/HB-4
DRL SIGNAL IN
DS TURN IN
PNK
PUR G
F 3 For All
Headlamps
DS LOW BEAM NO.2 OUT**
DS TURN IN
WHT/YEL
PUR
F
G
3 Vehicle
HIGH C
B
COM 2 2 BLK/ORN
HIGH-3C 3 3 WHT/YEL Park/Turn, DRL PS LOW BEAM IN YEL
A Headlamps, PS LOW BEAM IN YEL* A
HIGH-4C 4 4 WHT and Factory PS HIGH BEAM IN B
GRN Park/Turn PS HIGH BEAM IN GRN B
PS HIGH BEAM OUT
PS LOW BEAM OUT
RED D
Vehicle
C HIGH-4C
TURN-8B
TURN-9B
8
9
8
9
GRY
F 4 Harnesses PS LOW BEAM NO.2 OUT**
PS TURN IN
WHT/YEL
PUR
F
G
4 Vehicle
HIGH B
LOW-6A
Plow Vehicle
PARK
TURN
B TURN-8B

HYDRAULIC SCHEMATIC
ANGLE RIGHT ANGLE LEFT LIFT
RAISE LOWER
Quill
Angle
Relief
Scrape
Lock
Angle
Relief
S1
42
S2
S3
Pump Relief
Pump Filter
Draws Fluid
Return to Reservoir on LOWER

RAISE – ELECTRICAL
BLK
System Response
–
Pump
Motor
A 1. By activating the RAISE function on the cab
A A control, the control sends a signal to the Plow
+
RED
B B
TAN C C Module to complete the ground path for the
RED
WHT D
E
D
E
electrical circuit, activating the motor relay and
RED RED F F 12V solenoid cartridge valve S3.
G G
H H
Motor
BLK
J
K
J
K COM
2. Hydraulic fluid from the pump flows through the
Relay
activated S3 and unactivated S2, through the
4A Fuse: S1, S2, S3
internal check valve in S1, into the rod end of
BLK 4A Fuse: Motor the lift ram, causing it to retract. At the same
Relay
RED time, hydraulic fluid is being forced out of the
B
RED A A 12V
base of the ram, through the scrape lock (RV4)
S1
WHT B B relief valve, and returned to the reservoir.
C C S3
Plow Module
D D S2
S2 GRN E E S1 NOTE: Battery voltage is supplied to the Plow
F
G
F
G
M/R
Module, the motor relay, and the three solenoid 43
S3 BLU
H
J
H
J
coils when the snowplow is connected to the
RED K K 12V vehicle.
Wire Side View

10-Pin Connector
A K
B J
C H
D G
E F

RAISE – HYDRAULIC
RAISE LOWER
Quill
Angle
Relief
Scrape
Lock
Angle
Relief
S1
Pressure
44
Return
S2
Pilot Line
S3
Pump Relief
Pump Filter Draws Fluid

on LOWER
Return to Reservoir

LOWER / FLOAT – ELECTRICAL
BLK
System Response
–
Pump
Motor
A 1. By activating the LOWER function on the cab
A A control, the control sends a signal to the Plow
+
RED
B B
TAN C C Module to complete the ground path for the
RED
WHT D
E
D
E
electrical circuit, activating solenoid cartridge
RED RED F F 12V valve S1.
G G
H H
Motor
BLK
J
K
J
K COM
2. With the weight of the snowplow on the rod
Relay
end of the lift ram and S1 cartridge valve
4A Fuse: S1, S2, S3
shifted, the lift ram extends. Hydraulic fluid is
BLK 4A Fuse: Motor pushed out of the rod end, through activated
Relay
RED S1, unactivated S2 and S3, and back to the
B
RED A A 12V
reservoir. At the same time, hydraulic fluid is
S1
WHT B B being drawn through CV2 into the base end of
C C S3
the ram from the reservoir.
Plow Module
D D S2
S2 GRN E E S1
F
G
F
G
M/R
NOTE: When activating FLOAT mode, the S1 45
S3 BLU
H
J
H
J
cartridge stays open until the RAISE function
RED K K 12V is activated
NOTE: Battery voltage is supplied to the Plow

Module, the motor relay, and the three solenoid
vehicle.
C
Wire Side View

10-Pin Connector
A K
B J
C H
D G
E F

LOWER – HYDRAULIC
RAISE LOWER
Quill
Angle
Relief
Scrape
Lock
Angle
Relief
S1
Drawn from
Tank
46
Return
S2
Pilot Line
S3
Pump Relief


ANGLE RIGHT – ELECTRICAL
BLK
System Response
–
Pump
Motor
A 1. By activating the angle right (R on the
A A control face) function on the cab control, the
+
RED
B B
TAN C C control sends a signal to the Plow Module to
RED
WHT D
E
D
E
complete the ground path for the electrical
RED RED F F 12V circuit, activating the motor relay and solenoid
G G
H H cartridge valve S2.
J J
Motor
Relay BLK K K COM
2. Hydraulic fluid from the pump flows through
4A Fuse: S1, S2, S3
unactivated S3, through PC1, into the base of
BLK 4A Fuse: Motor the driver-side ram, causing it to extend.
Relay
RED
B
RED A A 12V
3. The retracting passenger-side ram pushes the
S1
WHT B B hydraulic fluid out of its base end through the
C C S3
activated S2 cartridge and unactivated S3,
Plow Module
D D S2
S2 GRN E E S1 back to the reservoir.
F
G
F
G
M/R
47
S3 BLU
H
J
H
J
RED K K 12V Module, the motor relay, and the three solenoid
vehicle.
Wire Side View

10-Pin Connector
A K
B J
C H
D G
E F

ANGLE RIGHT – HYDRAULIC
ANGLE RIGHT ANGLE LEFT

LIFT
DS PS
RAISE LOWER
Quill
Angle
Relief
Scrape
Lock
Angle
Relief
S1
48
Pressure
S2
Return
Pilot Line
S3
Pump Relief
Pump Filter
Draws Fluid

ANGLE LEFT – ELECTRICAL
BLK
System Response
–
Pump
Motor
A 1. By activating the angle left (L on the control
A A face) function on the cab control, the control
+
RED
B B
TAN C C sends a signal to the Plow Module to complete
RED
WHT D
E
D
E
the ground path for the electrical circuit,
RED RED F F 12V activating the motor relay and solenoid
G G
H H cartridge valves S2 and S3.
J J
Motor
Relay BLK K K COM
2. Hydraulic fluid from the pump flows through
4A Fuse: S1, S2, S3
activated S3 and S2 and into the base end of
BLK 4A Fuse: Motor the passenger-side ram, causing it to extend.
Relay
RED
B
RED A A 12V
3. Pressure within the hydraulic circuit causes the
S1
WHT B B P/O check valve (PC1) to open.
C C S3
Plow Module
D D S2
S2 GRN E E S1 4. The retracting driver-side ram pushes the
F
G
F
G
M/R
hydraulic fluid out of its base end through the 49
S3 BLU
H
J
H
J
open P/O check valve, through activated S3,
RED K K 12V and back to the reservoir.

Module, the motor relay, and the three solenoid
vehicle.
C
Wire Side View

10-Pin Connector
A K
B J
C H
D G
E F

ANGLE LEFT – HYDRAULIC
ANGLE RIGHT ANGLE LEFT

LIFT
DS PS
RAISE LOWER
Quill
Angle
Relief
Scrape
Lock
Angle
Relief
S1
50
Pressure
S2
Return
Pilot Line
S3
Pump Relief


HOLD IN RAISE POSITION – HYDRAULIC
Control: None ANGLE RIGHT ANGLE LEFT LIFT
System Response
RAISE LOWER
Hydraulic fluid is trapped in the rod end of the
Quill
lift ram by the internal check valve in solenoid
cartridge valves S1.
Angle
Relief
Scrape
Lock
Angle
Relief
S1
Pressure
51
S2
S3
Pump Relief


STRIKING AN OBJECT WHILE PLOWING
Blade Movement: Striking an Object Force applied Force applied

While Plowing when pushing when backdragging

Control: None
System Response:
RAISE LOWER
1. Hydraulic fluid is trapped in the base end of the Quill

cylinders by the relief valves, the P/O check
valve (PC1), and solenoid cartridge valve S2.
2. When the snowplow contacts an object, the Angle

force of the impact increases the hydraulic Relief
pressure in the base end of the cylinder. When
the pressure exceeds the relief valve pressure Scrape
Lock
setting, the relief valve opens allowing oil to Angle
flow to the base of the opposite cylinder. Relief
S1 52
DS
S2
S3
Pump Relief

on LOWER
Return to Reservoir

STRIKING AN OBJECT WHILE PLOWING
Blade Movement: Striking an Object Force applied Force applied

While Plowing when backdragging when pushing
Control: None
System Response: RAISE LOWER
1. Hydraulic fluid is trapped in the base end of the Quill

cylinders by the relief valves, the P/O check
valve (PC1), and solenoid cartridge valve S2.
2. When the snowplow contacts an object, the Angle

force of the impact increases the hydraulic Relief
pressure in the base end of the cylinder. When PS
Scrape
the pressure exceeds the relief valve pressure Lock
setting, the relief valve opens allowing oil to Angle
Relief
flow to the base of the opposite cylinder.
53
Pump Relief

on LOWER
Return to Reservoir

SCRAPE LOCK OPEN (ALLOWS BLADE TO RAISE, FOLLOWING SURFACE CONTOUR)
RAISE LOWER
Quill
Angle
Relief
Scrape
Lock
Angle
Relief
S1
Drawn from 54
Reservoir
S2 Return to
Reservoir
S3
Pump Relief


TROUBLESHOOTING
INTRODUCTION HOW TO USE THE TROUBLESHOOTING ELECTRICAL TESTING

GUIDE
All malfunctions of the HT Series™ snowplow Because of the relative complexity of the snowplow Read and understand the electrical circuit
can be categorized as structural, electrical, or electrical and hydraulic systems, some conditions operation information in the Theory of Operation
hydraulic. Structural issues are generally related must be eliminated in order to develop valid tests. section. A simple 12-volt (12V) test light with a
to the blade, A-frame, headgear, or mount ground lead or volt meter can be used for circuit
components, and are usually identified by visual If the listed conditions are not met, the procedure testing in most cases. The exception is the paired
inspection. However, electrical and hydraulic can result in inaccurate results and wasted time. multiplex wiring, which carries a low level signal
issues can be difficult to trace. from the control to the Plow Module.
In many cases, satisfying the listed conditions
Read and understand the Theory of Operation alone solves the problem. When directed to check for 12V, ground the test
before attempting troubleshooting. lamp lead or volt meter and probe the terminal.
1. Go to the Before You Begin section (next When asked to check for ground, attach the test
page), and satisfy the listed conditions. These lamp lead to +12V and probe the terminal.
conditions must be met before proceeding to
any of the tables and tests that follow. NOTE: 12V is a nominal value. If using a
voltmeter, actual voltage will vary with the
2. If a lighting problem exists, proceed to the vehicle and presence of loads in tested 55
proper Headlamp Troubleshooting tables for circuits. Continuity alone does not guarantee
a list of basic test questions and solutions to a good circuit. Poor connectors or damaged
common problems. wires may have continuity but be unable to
carry sufficient current.
3. If still having problems or the problem is not
related to the headlamps, go to the Hydraulic
System Testing section.
4. Follow along sequentially through the tables

and tests, referring to the Hydraulic & Electrical
Schematics and System Overview sections
as needed. Eventually the problem can be
identified at the component level.

TROUBLESHOOTING
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Before proceeding, or performing any tests, you must verify the following conditions:
1. Verify that the customer has accurately and d. Fuses are good. g. Hydraulic reservoir is filled to proper level
completely described the problem. Check all with recommended fluid when snowplow is
lighting and snowplow functions. e. Vehicle battery and charging system are in the lowered position and lift ram is fully
in good condition and battery connections retracted. See Product Specifications.
2. Check the obvious: are clean and tight.
h. There are no fluid leaks from hoses,
a. Snowplow is attached to vehicle and all f. Harness connector pins and terminals fittings, rams, or the hydraulic unit.
harnesses are connected. are free of corrosion, ensuring good
connections, and coated with dielectric i. Hoses are routed correctly.
b. Ignition is turned on or engine is running if grease.
operating control from within the cab. j. Coil wire connections are secure and
CAUTION correct.
c. The control is connected in the cab and Fill the reservoir to within 1" from the top
turned on. Verify that the control power 56
of the fill hole. Do not overfill. Overfilling k. Correct cartridges are installed in the
LED is in a steady state and is not flashing. could damage the unit. proper locations. This step may be better
Verify that the snowplow anti-theft system left until the results of the Solenoid Coil
is unlocked. Activation Test (SCAT) are known, unless
CAUTION hydraulic repair or cartridge replacement
Do not mix different types of hydraulic took place recently.
fluid. Some fluids are not compatible and
may cause performance problems and
product damage.

TROUBLESHOOTING
VEHICLE HEADLAMPS
Incorrect Operation or No Headlamps
BASIC CHECKS SOLUTIONS

1 DRL mode/automatic headlamp function. Fully understand OEM headlamp operation; refer to vehicle owner's manual.
2 Correct Isolation Module kit installed for application. Verify per eMatch at www.fisherplows.com.
3 OEM lights operating correctly prior to installation. OEM headlamps must be fully operational for correct Isolation Module operation.
4 OEM fuse tests good. Replace with proper fuse.
5 OEM headlamp bulb operational. Replace with proper bulb.
6 Plugged into OEM headlamp correctly. Connect per Isolation Module instructions.
Harnesses in correct location at Isolation Module and installed per
7 Install using Isolation Module instructions.
installation instructions.
8 Harnesses configured correctly for HB-1/HB-5 and/or kits using adapters. Install using Isolation Module instructions.
Configuration plug correct
9 Refer to Isolation Module instructions.
(only required on certain 4-Port Module installations). 57
10 Correct harnesses and/or Isolation Module in kit. Refer to Isolation Module parts list.
11 Harness wired per drawing. See electrical schematics in this guide.
12 Verify power and ground in proper pin locations at Isolation Module. See electrical schematics in this guide.
13 Verify power and ground in proper pin locations to vehicle headlamp. See electrical schematics in this guide.
14 Test Isolation Module with Isolation Module tester. Test using instructions supplied with tester.

TROUBLESHOOTING
SNOWPLOW PARK/TURN LAMPS*
Incorrect Operation or No Park/Turn Lamps

1 OEM park/turn lamps working. Refer to vehicle owner's manual for fuse location and size.
2 Harnesses connected between vehicle and snowplow (all). Harnesses must be connected for all snowplow and headlamp functions.
3 Clean harness connectors. Replace as needed.
4 Ignition ON. Ignition must be ON for snowplow headlamps to operate.
5 Control powers up with key ON. Go to Control/Cable/Plow Module Test.
6 15A park/turn fuse good in #1 harness. Replace with proper fuse.
7 Black/orange "ground" wire connected to motor ground stud. ** Refer to Isolation Module instructions.
8 Spliced into OEM park/turn circuit correctly. Refer to Isolation Module instructions.
Harnesses in correct location at Isolation Module and installed per
9 Install using Isolation Module instructions.
installation instructions.
10 Harness wired per drawing. See electrical schematics in this guide. 58
11 Verify power and ground in proper pin locations at Isolation Module. See electrical schematics in this guide.
12 Verify power and ground in proper pin locations to vehicle headlamp. See electrical schematics in this guide.
13 Bulb good. Replace with proper bulb.
* Some applications may use the turn circuit for DRLs.

** Not applicable to INTENSIFIRE™ headlamps.

TROUBLESHOOTING
SNOWPLOW DRL LAMPS*
Incorrect Operation or No DRL Lamps

1 Fully understand OEM DRL operation. Refer to vehicle owner's manual for DRL operation.
2 OEM headlamps and DRLs operating correctly. OEM headlamps must be fully operational for correct Isolation Module operation.
3 OEM DRL fuse tests good. Refer to vehicle owner's manual for fuse location and size.
4 Harnesses connected between vehicle and snowplow (all). Harnesses must be connected for all snowplow and headlamp functions.
5 Corrosion at harness connectors. Replace as needed.
6 Ignition ON. Ignition must be ON for snowplow DRL operation.
7 Does control power up with key ON. Go to Control/Cable/Plow Module Test.
8 Snowplow headlamp and park/turn lamps all working correctly. See electrical schematics in this guide.
9 Correct Isolation Module kit installed for application. Verify per eMatch at www.fisherplows.com.
10 Isolation Module and harnesses correctly installed per instructions. Refer to Isolation Module instructions.
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11 Harness wired per drawing. See electrical schematics in this guide.
12 Bulb burned out. Replace with proper bulb.
* Snowplow DRLs operate as a series circuit and will illuminate bulb at 1/2 intensity. In some applications, the OEM DRLs will stay illuminated with snowplow attached.

TROUBLESHOOTING
SOLENOID COIL ACTIVATION TEST (SCAT)
4. Compare the SCAT results with the testing that should energize the coil(s). If switched
NOTE: See the System
charts on the following pages. ground is not present, go to the Control/
Overview – Controls section for details on
Cable/Plow Module Test. If switched ground is
control time outs and wing functions.
If the motor relay LED is not activating present, go to the Individual Solenoid Coil Test.
when it should, go to the Motor and Motor
The main purpose of the SCAT is to narrow down Relay Test. 5. If the motor relay and all coils are working
a problem as either being electrical or hydraulic. properly, you have a hydraulic problem. Go to
Follow the steps below to diagnose the problem, If a coil(s) is not magnetizing when it should the Hydraulic System Test.
then go to the appropriate test as directed. be, you have an electrical problem. Using a
test light, check the ground wires (not red)
1. Verify that harness B is properly attached to attached to the improperly acting coil(s) for
the solenoid coils. Refer to the labels on the switched ground while activating the function
hydraulic unit and the electrical schematics in
this guide for details.
Harness B Solenoid Coil Connections
2. Install the Diagnostic Harness 60
(PN 29290-2) according to the instructions on
Lift Ram Solenoid Valve S1 S2 S3
the following pages. Lift Ram Base End
PS Angle Ram
Rod End Valve Type 2-Way 3-Way 4-Way

3. When instructed to do so, perform the SCAT DS Angle Ram Wire Color White Green Blue
& Red & Red & Red
by activating the control for each function
and checking for magnetic pull at all three Plow Function Active Coil Active Port
solenoid coils. A solenoid coil is magnetized if
Raise S3 Lift Ram, Rod End
a screwdriver held nearby is attracted. Lower/Float S1 Lift Ram, Rod End
Drop Speed
Adjustment Angle Right S2 DS Angle Ram
(CW = Slower) Angle Left S2 & S3 PS Angle Ram
Torque Specifications
All Solenoid/Check Valves: 19–21 ft-lb
All Solenoid Coil Nuts: 48–60 in-lb
Motor Relay Terminals: Small 10–15 in-lb
Large 25–35 in-lb
S3 Motor Terminals: 25–35 in-lb
S2
S1
48615

TROUBLESHOOTING
5. Connect the snowplow control into the 4-position 7. Turn the snowplow control ON and perform
NOTE: This MUX-plow diagnostic harness kit
control connector either in the cab of the vehicle a SCAT. See the following chart for solenoid
can be used with or without the snowplow
or on the diagnostic harness. numbers and functions. See the beginning of
connected to a vehicle. Follow the appropriate
this section for instructions on performing a
instructions for each testing situation. Plow Module (on hydraulic unit)
SCAT.
On-Truck Testing NOTE: The green LED on the diagnostic

harness will illuminate when the motor relay
WARNING function is activated. This light only tests
LED the Plow Module's motor relay output. Refer
Lower blade when vehicle is parked. Plug
Temperature changes could change to Motor and Motor Relay Test section for
hydraulic pressure, causing the blade to instructions on properly testing a motor relay.
drop unexpectedly or damaging hydraulic
components. Failure to do this could result 29290-1 Solenoid Coil Activation
in serious personal injury. Diagnostic Test (SCAT) Chart
61
Harness Control Component(s)
Function Activated
Remove the vehicle ignition key and put the vehicle
in PARK or in gear to prevent others from starting Raise S3 Motor Relay
4-Position
the vehicle during testing. Control Lower S1
Connector Angle Right S2, Motor Relay
1. Disconnect the snowplow and vehicle battery Angle Left S2, S3, Motor Relay
cables, then remove the hydraulic unit covers.
8. After completing the SCAT, turn the snowplow
2. Unplug the snowplow connectors from ports A control and the vehicle ignition OFF, then
and B of the Plow Module. disconnect the snowplow and vehicle battery
6. Reconnect the snowplow and vehicle battery cables.
3. Connect the diagnostic harness connectors cables.
A and B to the matching ports on the Plow 9. Perform any required repairs and retest
Module (A to A and B to B). NOTE: If you connect the control inside the cab as needed. Make sure to disconnect the
of the vehicle, the engine does not need to be snowplow and vehicle battery cables before
4. Plug the connectors removed from the Plow running, but the vehicle ignition key must be removing the diagnostic harness.
Module into the matching connectors on the turned to the "ON" position before proceeding.
diagnostic harness (A to A and If you connect the control to the diagnostic
B to B). harness, the key should be left out of the
ignition.

TROUBLESHOOTING
Off-Truck Testing 5. Connect the snowplow control into the 9. Perform any required repairs and retest as
4-position control connector on the diagnostic needed. Make sure to disconnect the power
1. Remove the hydraulic unit covers. harness. source before removing the diagnostic
harness.
2. Unplug the snowplow connectors from ports A 6. Connect a 12V power source to the snowplow
and B of the Plow Module. battery cable (POSITIVE [+] 12V to the red INDIVIDUAL SOLENOID COIL TEST
wire and NEGATIVE [–] to the black wire). Turn
Plow Module (on hydraulic unit) ON the power source. 1. Remove both wires from coil terminals.
7. Turn the snowplow control ON and perform 2. Attach an ohmmeter across the coil terminals.
a Solenoid Coil Activation Test (SCAT). See
the following chart for solenoid numbers and 3. A reading that is not approximately 7 ohm
LED functions. See the beginning of this section for indicates coil is damaged and must be
Plug instructions on performing a SCAT. replaced.
NOTE: The green LED on the diagnostic 4. Attach an ohmmeter to one coil terminal and to 62
harness will illuminate when the motor relay the steel washer at the end of the coil.
29290-1 function is activated. This light only tests
Diagnostic the Plow Module's motor relay output. Refer 5. A reading that is not "open" indicates that the
Harness to Motor and Motor Relay Test section for coil has an internal short and needs to be
instructions on properly testing a motor relay. replaced.
4-Position
Control Solenoid Coil Activation 6. If both readings are OK
Connector Test (SCAT) Chart (i.e., approximately 7 ohm across terminals and
Control Component(s) "open" between terminal and washer), then the
Function Activated coil is good.
Raise S3 Motor Relay
NOTE: A good coil will draw approximately
Lower S1 1.5A.
3. Connect the diagnostic harness connectors Angle Right S2, Motor Relay
A and B to the matching ports on the Plow Angle Left S2, S3, Motor Relay
Module (A to A and B to B).
8. After completing the SCAT, turn the snowplow
4. Plug the connectors removed from the Plow control OFF and disconnect the power source.
Module into the matching connectors on the
diagnostic harness (A to A and B to B).

TROUBLESHOOTING
CONTROL/CABLE/PLOW MODULE TEST

CONDITION POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION
Make sure grille plugs between snowplow and truck are To Safely Handle PC Board:
Snowplow is not connected.
properly connected.
With the vehicle switched accessory ON, test the 4-pin
connector inside the cab. If pin 1 does not have 12V and/or CAUTION
if pin 4 does not have ground, use the electrical schematic in Circuit board may be damaged by static
Incomplete harness connection(s) or
this guide to trace the wires from the connector back to their electricity. Always touch ground before
Control power damaged harness(es). source. Look for incomplete connections or damaged wires.
light is not handling PC board.
Complete connections or repair/replace damaged wires and
ON. harnesses as needed. Before disassembling control and touching the PC
Single-pin connector on vehicle plow Make sure single-pin connector on vehicle plow lighting
board, be sure to remove any static charge from
lighting harness is not connected. harness is properly connected.
Harnesses connected to Isolation Using the electrical schematic in this guide, verify that
yourself. Static charge can build up as a technician
Module incorrectly. Isolation Module and harnesses are properly connected. works on the control. Best practice is to work at a
Control fuse is blown. Replace all blown fuses in under-hood electrical harnesses. properly grounded work station with a grounded
Make sure all plugs (control, between the snowplow and wrist strap attached to the technician. In place of
truck, on the snowplow, etc.) are properly connected. proper work station, the technician should work
Check continuity of twisted pair wiring between control in an oil and solvent free area and touch a good 63
Control
Poor connection between control and connector and Plow Module connector. ground each time before touching the PC board
power light is
module, damaged control, or damaged If all plugs are properly connected, install a properly working while servicing the unit.
blinking (slow
Plow Module. control. If problem is corrected, replace PC board and/or
flash).
coiled cord in damaged control. Handle the PC board by the edges only.
If problem is not corrected with properly working control,
replace Plow Module.
Control
Do not touch the carbon (black) areas of the
power light is Snowplow is locked. Enter 4-digit security code to unlock snowplow. keypad. Your skin oils will deteriorate the contact
blinking (fast). area.
Harnesses connected to Isolation Using the electrical schematic in this guide, verify that
Module incorrectly. Isolation Module harnesses are properly connected.
Replace all blown fuses on truck and snowplow.
If fuses are all okay, check for 12V at all coils and primary
Blown fuse or damaged Plow Module. terminal of motor relay. If 12V is missing from any coil or
Control power
light is ON, relay, replace Plow Module. If 12V is present, go to next
but snowplow Possible Cause.
does not Perform a Solenoid Coil Activation Test (SCAT) according to
respond. Damaged harness(es) or cable(s). the instructions in this guide. Replace/repair any damaged
harnesses and cables.
Install a properly working control. If problem is corrected,
replace PC board and/or coiled cord in damaged control.
Damaged control or Plow Module.
If problem is not corrected with properly working control,
replace Plow Module.

TROUBLESHOOTING
MOTOR AND MOTOR RELAY TEST
5. Check for switched 12V at the empty large 6. If switched 12V is present at the empty large
WARNING motor relay terminal while activating any motor relay terminal, replace the motor.
Keep 8' clear of the blade when it is being control function except LOWER. The empty
raised, lowered or angled. Do not stand terminal is the terminal that would normally 7. Once repair/testing is completed, reinstall
between the vehicle and blade or directly in contain the 8" red battery cable. If switched fuses and 8" red battery cable, then retest
front of the blade. If the blade hits or drops 12V is not present, replace the motor relay. snowplow.
on you, you could be seriously injured.
1/4-20 x 1/4 8" Red Cable
Tapping Screw (2) to Motor (+)
Perform this test if the control lights up and/or turns Clamp Plow Cable 5/16-24 Nut (2)
60–70 in-lb
on, but the motor does not run. with 1/2"–1" 35 in-lb Max
Exposed Braid
10-32 Nut (2)
1. Check the motor relay fuse on harnesses B.
15 in-lb Max Red Wire from
Replace if fuse is blown, then retest snowplow. Red "B" Harness
Black Black Wire from
2. Remove the coil fuse F1 in harness B. Remove
"B" Harness 64
the 8" red battery cable from the large terminal
of the motor relay and isolate it. Removing Assemble Cables
the fuses and isolating the battery cable will Between Flat Washers
eliminate the potential of accidental blade 1/4-20 x 1/4
movement during testing. Tapping Screw (2)
60–70 in-lb
3. Check for 12V at the small terminal of the motor
relay with the red wire attached to it. If 12V is not
present, recheck the coil fuse F2 in harness B. If 4A Fuse Module
the fuse is good, check the red wire in harness B.
Replace/repair either the wire or the harness as
needed.
3/8-16 x 1
Button Cap Screw (3)
4. If 12V is present at the small relay terminal with S1 S2 S3 22–27 ft-lb
the red wire, turn the control ON, then check Red Wire Daisy
for switched ground on the small terminal with Blank
Chain from "B"
Connector
the black wire attached to it while activating Harness to Green from
any function except lower. If switched ground is S1, S2, S3 "B" Harness
"B" Harness
not present, check the black wire in harness B to S2 Blue from
of the Plow Module. Replace/repair either the White from
"B" Harness "A" Harness
wire or the harness as needed. "B" Harness from Plow Cable
to S3
to S1

TROUBLESHOOTING
PUMP PRESSURE TEST
WARNING POSSIBLE
CONDITION CORRECTIVE ACTION
CAUSE
Keep 8' clear of the blade when it is being Pump relief valve may be out of adjustment. Turn relief valve clockwise
raised, lowered, or angled. Do not stand 1/4 turn and retest pressure. Repeat until correct pressure (1650 ± 50 psi)
between the vehicle and blade or directly in is obtained.
front of the blade. If the blade hits or drops Pump Relief Valve If correct pressure is not obtained after readjustment, remove and
on you, you could be seriously injured. Pump pressure inspect the relief valve and its components. Check O-ring, stem, and
ball for wear or damage. Reseat ball or replace relief valve as needed.
is below Reinstall/replace and readjust valve, then retest pump pressure.
NOTE: Reservoir will contain residual pressure. 1650 ± 50 psi O-Ring Remove the pump and inspect the O-ring between the pump and the
Slowly remove, then reinstall, breather to (between pump valve block for damage. Reinstall/replace O-ring and pump, then retest
release pressure before proceeding. and valve block) pump pressure.
Remove the pump and inspect it for wear or broken gears. Replace pump
Pump
1. Verify proper fluid level before beginning test. if needed, adjust pump relief valve, then retest pressure.
Motor draws more
Motor slow/plow
than 100A at Replace the motor.
2. Relieve pressure in system using test harness functions slow
and operating all snowplow functions.
pump relief. 65
3. Attach a 3000 psi hydraulic pressure gauge to

the passenger-side ram by teeing into the line. Pressure
Gauge
4. Activate the left angle function until blade is
90° Elbow
fully angled.
Adapter
Hose
NOTE: Control will time out after
9.6 seconds. Repeat command if blade is not
fully angled.
5. Repeat the left angle function, and read the

pressure shown on the gauge.
6. Refer to the following table.

TROUBLESHOOTING
BLADE DROP SPEED ADJUSTMENT
WARNING Fluid Level

Keep 8' clear of the blade when it is being
raised, lowered, or angled. Do not stand CAUTION
between the vehicle and blade or directly Do not mix different kinds of hydraulic
in front of blade. If the blade hits or drops fluid. Some fluids are not compatible and
on you, you could be seriously injured. may cause performance problems and
product damage
The quill in the valve manifold adjusts the blade
drop speed. NOTE: Remove fill plug slowly to relieve and
pressure in reservoir.
1. Lower the blade to the ground before making
adjustment. With Minute Mount ® 2 system attached to the
vehicle, activate control and lower the blade
2. Turn the quill IN (clockwise) to decrease drop to the ground. Turn control OFF. Remove the 66
speed. Turn the quill OUT (counterclockwise) filler/breather plug.
to increase drop speed.
Fill reservoir to within 2-1/2" from the top of the fill
hole and replace fill plug.
Quill
For hydraulic fluid type and filling instructions, see
Hydraulic System, Annual Fluid Change, in the
Maintenance section of the Owner's Manual.

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• 12V test light

• Allen wrench set

• 600 psi pressure gauge w/adapter fittings

• 3000 psi pressure gauge

TORX® is a registered (®) trademark of Textron, Inc.

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NOTE: Indicates a situation or action that can

lead to damage to your snowplow and vehicle 6

Become familiar with and inform users about the

NOTE: If labels are missing or cannot be read,

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FUSES

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FIRE AND EXPLOSION BATTERY SAFETY TORQUE CHART

WARNING CAUTION CAUTION

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HT Series™ Insta-Act ® HYDRAULIC SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS

Electrical System – approx. values: 3-Port Module

Fluid Capacity Fastener Torque

AeroShell ® is a registered (®) trademark of Shell Oil Company.

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HT Series™ ATTACH/DETACH DIAGRAM

NOTE: After each use of the snowplow, reapply

NOTE: Multiplexed 2-plug systems are

Headgear Push Bar

Jack Retract Jack

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1. Attach the snowplow to the vehicle according to

CAUTION 3. Stand 8' clear of the blade when checking

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VEHICLE LIGHTING CHECK

Dimmer switch should dim whichever headlamps according to the Snowplow

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HEADLAMP BEAM AIMING

3. Prepare vehicle for headlamp aim or 13

b. Set tire inflation pressures to the values

d. See that there is no load in the vehicle other

Screen located 25 feet

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HOSE ROUTING FOR HT Series™ BLADES

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Insta-Act® HYDRAULIC UNIT

The HT Series™ hydraulic unit has blade scrape

Drain Plug Solenoid Coil

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SOLENOID CARTRIDGE VALVE IDENTIFICATION RELIEF VALVE IDENTIFICATION & LOCATION

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HYDRAULIC COMPONENT INSTALLATION

5. Install a 3/8" barb fitting into the top of the

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Each control is equipped with an ON/OFF switch Function Time-Outs

The ON/OFF button operates as an

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Smooth Stop Function Description of Operation

NOTE: If control function times out before desired

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SECURITY GUARD System

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