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1. o amp 10 11 Before you attach your plow check for cracked welds and check all fasteners for tightness See Recommended Bolt Torque located in this manual Check all hydraulic hoses for cracks and leaks Change your snowplow hydraulic fluid using BOSS Snowplow High Performance Hydraulic Fluid See Hydraulic Power Unit Fluid Fill Procedure located in this manual Check your cutting edge for excessive wear Check your plow shoes for wear Tighten your trip return springs Put a coat of grease on the coupler spring pins Attach the plow to the truck and extend the blade from one side to the other to check the hydraulic cylinder rods for leaks corrosion or pitting Touch up rust spots or chipped paint on the plow s metal parts Apply dielectric grease to the electrical plugs lights valve assembly pump pump solenoid and battery Align your plow lights once your snowplow is attached to the truck and it s in the raised position See Headlight Aiming Procedure located in this manual 58 Straight Blade Snowplowing Preparations 1 Before operating or servicing your BOSS Snowplow you should become thoroughly familiar with the owner s manual You should carry the following safety equipment for emergencies a fire extinguisher tool kit tow strap flashlight flares first aid kit fuses for your vehicle jumper cables an ice scraper lock deicer extra washer fluid a shovel and a bag of sand
2. tees 5 09236 10 X8 X2 STB09237 Strap and hardware is included with each urethane edge kit 70 o 5 Figure 31 Urethane Edge Kit G10866 Optional Equipment and Accessories for Straight Blades SNOWPLOW SIGHT SYSTEM STD SUPER DUTY PLOW CASTER KIT MSC09644 MSC09215 An option exclusive to BOSS the Snowplow Plow Caster Dolly Wheel Kits Ideal for moving Sight System allows you to align your plow and plows around the garage service bay or truck from inside the cab on the first try every showroom floor these dolly wheel kits utilize time From inside your cab visually line up the existing shoe holders on the blade and make wire sight to the target mark on the back of your moving a heavy plow an easy task The heavy plow light Our sight system allows you to easily duty caster wheels feature steel ball bearings for align your truck with your plow with no smooth movement and long lasting life guesswork Figure 32 Snowplow Sight System G10400 Figure 33 Std Super Duty Plow Caster Kit G10805 71 Optional Equipment Accessories for Straight Blades BLADE WING KIT 5 08042 Increasing your blade width by a full 22 at a 30 degree angle these convenient plow extension wings attach and detach within seconds The kit includes all the needed brackets and hardware See your BOSS authorized dealer for application details Not available for 10 STB or Sport Duty Plows Figure 34 Blade
3. make sure your vehicle has the proper amount of ballast Ballast should be placed rearward of the back axle towards the tailgate of the bed And it should be properly secured in place Check your snowplow to make sure all bolts are tight Look for cracked welds and hydraulic fluid leaks Make sure the plow lights and turn signals are aligned properly and are in good working order Check your snowplow cutting edge An over worn cutting edge can result in costly repairs to the blade later 25 Power V Basic Plowing Practices When transporting a snowplow place the plow in the V position This will reduce the chance of catching a curb or a snow bank that could pull your vehicle into it Never operate a plow while transporting it to or from a job site It s a good idea to keep the plow control turned off in order to prevent accidental operation When transporting a plow position the blade so as not to block the plow headlights or your vision Do not exceed 40 mph when transporting a plow Do not exceed 14 mph when plowing When transporting a plow or while plowing check the temperature gauge often Overheating the engine can be costly If the vehicle overheats stop and correct the problem If overheating occurs while transporting stop and adjust the blade position to allow more airflow to the radiator Before it snows walk around the area you will be plowing to check for obstacles that will become hidden when snow is on the ground L
4. F Working temperature range of the adhesive is 40 F to 200 F Peel off the paper backing on one side of the adhesive and apply to Swivel Mount Apply maximum pressure to all areas Apply the Swivel Mount onto the spot of the interior that was just cleaned MAKE SURE IT IS IN THE CORRECT PLACE Once it is placed it cannot be removed without destroying the adhesive Clean the back of the SmartTouch2 Control with the alcohol wipe Peel off adhesive backing of tape apply to Tab and press firmly Remove remaining backing and apply the Tab to the back of the SmartTouch2 Control Apply pressure for 30 seconds Straight Blade Controllers NOTICE After attaching the Swivel Mount let it sit unused for 72 hours before attaching the SmartTouch2 Control to allow the adhesive to bond to the surface and insure secure mounting 55 9 Place SmartTouch2 Control on the Swivel Mount Note Other mounting options are available See the Straight Blade Optional Equipment amp Accessories Section of this manual Contact your BOSS Snowplow dealer for more information Straight Blade Maintenance Your BOSS PLOW is designed for heavy duty rugged service with minimal maintenance To ensure that it gives you the same high performance year after year please use it properly and observe the following maintenance precautions Inspect the following on a regular basis 1 2 All fasteners pins retainers n
5. Pump continues to run with switch in neutral Pump will not lower Plow will not raise or raises slowly motor runs While trying to raise the plow blades extend and wings will not retract Wings drift back when extended Plow lowers too fast Wing s will not extend but motor runs Wing s will extend but will not retract or retract slowly Wing s retract too easily while plowing Oil leaks from cylinders Battery goes dead with all switches in neutral Plow lights are dim will not come on or flicker Turn signals flash at a rapid rate 85 High beam indicator light not functioning properly Blade digs into the ground in the V position Blade does not lay flat against the ground in the scoop position Blade trips too easily Plow does not clean up snow from low areas runs out of fill cap of hydraulic pump Pump chatters when raising the plow or extending wings SmartHitch2 will not attach plow Plow lights and truck lights are on at the same time Plow and truck High and Low beam lights are on at the same time Plow High beam and Low beam are on at the same time Troubleshooting Guide PROBLEM DIAGNOSTIC CHECK RESULT Pump motor does not run DIAGNOSTIC CHECK that power ground Connect cables and control cables are connected properly Check for voltage at pump If voltage is present pump motor while ignition switch is motor
6. e Never pile snow by mailboxes dumpsters water drains catch basins electrical boxes or fire hydrants e Never push snow across a road without first checking the local regulations In many areas it is illegal to push snow across a road Plowing Parking Lots e sure you know where the customer wants you to pile the snow e Use extra caution when plowing next to curbs e f a significant amount of snow is expected plow with the storm rather than letting snow accumulate e Keep water drains and catch basins clear at all times e Do not stack snow by the road so as not to block the visibility of vehicles coming or leaving the parking lot e Use caution when plowing next to parked cars as the snow can push you into the car e When plowing snow that is next to a building push snow away from the building e lf you are responsible for sidewalks they should be shoveled first before you start plowing so that the snow can be plowed away 64 Straight Blade Basic Plowing Practices To start a pass start the vehicle in motion Then drop the blade As you come to the end of a pass lift off from the accelerator while starting to use the brake At the same time start to raise the blade to help stack the snow and to make it easier on your electrical system Plow areas in front of buildings and overhead doors first With the blade raised and in the Straight Position drive up to the building drop the blade and pull the
7. Control Universal Mounting Kit Component G10109 50 Straight Blade Controllers JOYSTICK CONTROL UNIVERSAL MOUNTING MSC04026 COMPONENTS Reference Number Description Part Number 40A Joystick Intermediate Mounting Bracket 5 04028 40 Joystick Mounting Bracket 5 04029 40C Joystick Spring Clip 5 04027 40D Pad Foam 5 04038 Fastener Kit Joystick HDW05549 A Screw 8 32 X 1 4 Machine Black B Washer 10 Flat Washer Black Nut 8 32 X 3 16 Alum Binding Post 51 Straight Blade Controllers Control Operating Instructions REMOVE THESE SCREWS TO DETACH HANDLE Figure 28 Straight Blade Control Instructions G10366 52 Straight Blade Controllers ON OFF Push the ON OFF switch to the left ON position to turn the control on Green LED indicators will light up on the control Push the ON OFF switch to the right OFF position to turn the control off RAISE To raise the blade of the plow quickly press the center button upward twice You can also press and hold the center button upward until the blade is fully raised LOWER To lower the blade of the plow quickly push the center button downward twice You can also press and hold the center button downward until the blade is fully lowered FLOAT The plow will automatically activate the FLOAT feature when the center button is quickly pressed downward twice The center LED indicator will turn
8. F 19 Peel off the paper backing on one side of the adhesive and apply to Swivel Mount Apply maximum pressure to all areas Apply the Swivel Mount onto the spot of the interior that was just cleaned MAKE SURE IT IS INTHE CORRECT PLACE Once it is placed it cannot be removed without destroying the adhesive Clean the back of the SmartTouch2 Control with the alcohol wipe Peel off adhesive backing of tape apply to Tab and press firmly Remove remaining backing and apply the Tab to the back of the SmartTouch2 Control Apply pressure for 30 seconds Power V Controllers NOTICE After attaching the Swivel Mount let it sit unused for 72 hours before attaching the SmartTouch2 Control to allow the adhesive to bond to the surface and insure secure mounting 20 9 Place SmartTouch2 Control on the Swivel Mount Note Other mounting options are available See the Power V Optional Equipment amp Accessories Section of this manual Contact your BOSS Snowplow dealer for more information Power V Maintenance Your BOSS PLOW is designed for heavy duty rugged service with minimal maintenance To ensure that it gives you the same high performance year after year please use it properly and observe the following maintenance precautions Inspect the following on a regular basis 1 2 All fasteners pins retainers nuts and bolts for tightness See Recommended Bolt Torque located in this manual
9. RED You can also press and hold the center button downward for 2 seconds to activate the FLOAT feature The center LED indicator will turn RED 53 What is FLOAT The FLOAT feature allows the plow blade to mirror the contour of the ground Press the raise button to turn the FLOAT function off Note The control MUST be in FLOAT to use SmartHitch2 to attach or detach the snowplow ANGLE LEFT To angle the blade to the left press and hold the angle left button until the blade is fully angled ANGLE RIGHT To angle the blade to the right press and hold the angle right button until the blade is fully angled Note The control should be turned off when not in use It can then be unplugged and stored SLEEP mode If the controller is ON but not used for 20 minutes the automatic SLEEP mode will be activated The controller LED lights will flash green and red when the controller is in SLEEP mode Turn the controller OFF to deactivate SLEEP mode Straight Blade Controllers 1 3 Control Swivel Mount Kit Installation Instructions SWIVEL Figure 29 SmartTouch2 Mounting Hardware G10311 Remove the Swivel Mount and Tab from the MSC05058 Swivel Mount Kit Use the enclosed alcohol wipe to clean a spot on the vehicle interior where you want to place the SmartTouch2 Control Wipe dry immediately with a cloth or paper towel 54 Do not apply when the surface temperatures are lower than 60
10. Washer Black Nut 8 32 X 3 16 Alum Binding Post 16 Power V Controllers Gnat Control Operating Instructions up SCOOP LEFT WNG OUT ON OFF RIGHT WING OUT Figure 8 Power V Control Instructions REMOVE THESE SCREWS TO DETACH HANDLE Power V Controllers ON OFF Push the ON OFF switch to the left ON position to turn the control on Green LED indicators will light up on the control Push the ON OFF switch to the right OFF position to turn the control off RAISE To raise the blade of the plow quickly press the center button upward twice You can also press and hold the center button upward until the blade is fully raised LOWER To lower the blade of the plow quickly push the center button downward twice You can also press and hold the center button downward until the blade is fully lowered FLOAT The plow will automatically activate the FLOAT feature when the center button is quickly pressed downward twice The center LED indicator will turn RED You can also press and hold the center button downward for 2 seconds The center LED indicator will turn RED Press the raise button to turn the FLOAT function off What Is FLOAT The FLOAT feature allows the plow blade to follow the contour of the ground Press the raise button to turn FLOAT function off 18 Note The control MUST be in FLOAT to use SmartHitch2 to attach or detach the snowplow ANGLE LEFT To plow snow to t
11. Wing Kit G10401 72 Optional Equipment Accessories for Straight Blades SPORT DUTY PLOW CAST IRON SHOE KIT 5 09588 Each kit contains the brackets and hardware along with two plow shoes Figure 35 Sport Duty Cast Iron Shoe Kit G10405 73 Optional Equipment and Accessories for Straight Blades RUBBER SNOW DEFLECTOR MSC04587 7 to 7 6 5 01565 7 6 to 9 O MSC17611 10 For increased visibility and safety keep the blowing snow off your windshield with a rugged snow deflector EMERGENCY PARTS KIT MSC16187 for Straight Blade This kit features a selection of the most useful replacement parts packaged in a convenient soft sided bag that fits easily behind or under the seat of your truck TOUCH UP PAINT RED 5 04098 1202 Spray MSC04358 Quart BLACK MSC04036 1202 Spray MSC04359 Quart You can keep your plow looking brand new year after year by covering chips and scrapes the professional way The paint is available in both red and black HIGH PERFORMANCE HYDRAULIC FLUID HYD01836 GALLON HYD01835 QUART Specially formulated to maintain its viscosity from normal use to as low as 40 degrees F this premium snowplow oil enhances performance under even the most adverse conditions JOYSTICK CONTROL 57 03191 With a lighted on off switch and the ability to adjust for right or left hand use these joystick controls will put you in control of your BOSS plow like never before 74 Optional Equipment and Access
12. diagonally to the left and forward To SCOOP Both LEFT and RIGHT wings OUT push the controller stick directly forward Power V Controllers 8 12 To move the RIGHT wing IN pull the controller stick diagonally to the right and backward To move the LEFT wing IN pull the controller stick diagonally to the left and backward To angle the entire blade LEFT Right Wing out Left Wing In push the controller stick directly to the left To angle the entire blade RIGHT Right Wing in Left Wing out push the controller stick directly to the right The control should be turned off when not in use It can then be unplugged and stored Note The raise lower button can be rotated for right hand or left hand operation by pulling up on the controller stick and rotating to the desired position 14 Power V Controllers JOYSTICK CONTROL UNIVERSAL MOUNTING KIT MSC04026 TO MOVE THUMB SWITCH OTHER SIDE ULL UP Figure 7 Joystick Control Universal Mounting Kit Components G10109 15 Power V Controllers JOYSTICK CONTROL UNIVERSAL MOUNTING KIT MSC04026 COMPONENTS Reference Number Description Part Number 40A Joystick Intermediate Mounting Bracket 5 04028 40 Joystick Mounting Bracket 5 04029 40C Joystick Spring Clip 5 04027 40D Pad Foam 5 04038 Fastener Kit Joystick HDW05549 A Screw 8 32 X 1 4 Machine Black B Washer 10 Flat
13. has failed or pump has on and LIFT control button is seized Motor brushes may be pushed replaced otherwise replace pump motor assembly Check for power to the If voltage is not present solenoid by testing for between one large terminal voltage between both large and ground the cable terminals and ground between the battery and solenoid is disconnected or broken Check for voltage between If NO voltage is present the other large terminal of solenoid has failed and must the solenoid and ground be replaced If voltage is while jumping power to the present wire from small small terminal with the terminal of solenoid to ground white black wire may be disconnected or broken 86 Troubleshooting Guide Test power to the controller If NO voltage is present by checking voltage between power from relay has become black wire and ground at the disconnected If voltage is white 9 pin connector present check wiring and controller switches 2 Pump continues to run with Disconnect controller If pump continues to run Switch in neutral ignition ON solenoid has failed in the closed position Quickly remove power to the pump by disconnecting the power ground cables to the plow Replace solenoid If pump stops running check wiring of controller for short between black and white black wire in controller or failed switch 87 Troubleshooting Guide PROBLEM DIAGNOSTIC CHECK RESULT 3 Plow will no
14. just enough snow with each pass to get the job done efficiently without overloading your equipment A good rule of thumb is to use a full blade width for two inches of snow or less three quarters of the blade for four inches of snow and half a blade for six inches of snow more WET SNOW The best advice is this once you start finish the job Wet snow left in windrows overnight can freeze and turn into tank traps by morning 68 Optional Equipment and Accessories for Straight Blades The following optional equipment and accessories are available at your local BOSS Snowplow Dealer STRAIGHT BLADE CURB GUARD Driver 2 244 0 STB03395 Passenger Side 5 03394 10 STRAIGHT BLADE CURB GUARD ucc STB04364 Passenger Side STB04363 These long lasting high impact curb guards protect the edge of your plow against wear Hardware is included with each guard Not available for Sport Duty Straight Blades 69 Figure 30 Curb Guard Kit G10399 Optional Equipment and Accessories for Straight Blades The following optional equipment and accessories are available at your local BOSS Snowplow Dealer URETHANE EDGE KITS TROX 5 09231 STB09232 TO XOX1 1 2 ies 5 09233 8X0 X1 1 2 cete es 5 09234 B O XO X1 1 2 ae ees STB09235 9X8 XT
15. manual Ensure OEM is not plugged into truck headlight 95 Recommended Bolt Torque 2 7 DIAMETER PITCH GRADE 5 GRADE 8 GRADE 8 8 GRADE 10 9 1 4 20 9 5 16 18 14 19 3 8 16 23 33 7 16 14 38 53 1 2 13 56 80 9 16 12 82 116 5 8 11 113 159 3 4 10 201 283 M10 X 1 25 36 M10 X 1 5 49 M12 X 1 75 71 M14 X 2 0 80 M16 X 2 0 190 ALL TORQUE VALUES ARE IN FOOT POUNDS FT LB Figure 39 Recommended Bolt Torque G10410 NOTE The torque values listed above are based on dry coated bolts variables such as oil or other lubrications may appreciably alter these values and must be taken in to consideration NOTICE IT IS IMPORTANT THAT ALL FASTENERS BE PROPERLY TORQUED TO ASSURE A SAFE OPERATING PLOW RE TIGHTEN ALL FASTENERS AFTER 2 HOURS OF PLOWING 96 Troubleshooting Guide BOSS SNOWPLOW COMMERCIAL WARRANTY What this warranty covers This warranty covers defects in material and workmanship except as set forth below Who is covered The original purchaser from an authorized dealer For how long Parts 2 years from the date of purchase Labor 2 years from the date of purchase What BOSS PRODUCTS will do BOSS PRODUCTS will at its sole option repair or replace defective parts at no charge What you must do for warranty service To obtain warranty service purchaser must return the defective snowplow to any authorized BO
16. position for the first pass Then change to the Scoop or Angle Position to widen things out You should push just enough snow with each pass to get the job done efficiently without overloading your equipment A good rule of thumb is to use a full blade width for two inches of snow or less three quarters of the blade for four inches of snow and half a blade for six inches of snow or more WET SNOW The best advice is this once you start finish the job Wet snow left in windrows overnight can freeze and turn into tank traps by morning 34 Optional Equipment amp Accessories for Power V Blades The following optional equipment and accessories are available at your local BOSS Snowplow Dealer POWER V HIGH PERFORMANCE CUTTING EDGES 6 Driver Side Renee BAL08857 76 Passenger Side 08856 82 Driver 2 BAL08859 82 Driver Side BAL18150 82 Passenger Side BARO08858 82 Passenger Side BAR18145 92 Driver Side siiip BAL08861 92 Driver Side BAL18165 92 Passenger Side 08860 92 Passenger Side BAR18155 10 Driver Side eei BAL08863 10 Passenger Side 08862 Power V High Performance Cuttin
17. snow away from the building Then turn your vehicle around back into the cleared area and push the snow to the outer edges of the lot Push the banks back far enough to accommodate future snowfalls After back dragging snow away from building it s time to start plowing the lot Start by making a pass down the center of the lot and then push snow in windrows to the outer edges If there has been a significant amount of snowfall push as much bulk off the lot as possible Then go over it again In large lots it may be best to break your plowing down into smaller areas Do not pile snow in the middle of the lot It will be difficult to remove later Do not pile snow near handicapped parking areas Plow in straight lines whenever possible and push snow to the outer edges of the lot Keep the wind direction in mind and pile snow downwind to minimize drifting later Plow snow during low traffic hours and always be cautious of cars and people in the lot 65 Straight Blade Basic Plowing Practices Once the majority of snow is removed from the lot it s time to do the cleanup work Start by plowing next to curbs Be sure to square off corners where possible and don t leave trails of snow behind Plowing Driveways Make sure you know where your customer wants you to pile the snow Drive up to the garage drop the blade then back up pulling the snow approximately two truck lengths back Turn the vehicle around and back into the clea
18. 80 Preparation for Headlight Aim or Inspection Before checking beam aim the inspector shall Remove ice or mud from under fenders See that no tire is noticeably deflated Check vehicle springs for sag or broken leaves See that there is no load in the vehicle other than the driver Check functioning of any level ride controls e Clean lenses and aiming pads e Check for bulb burnout broken mechanical aiming pads and proper beam switching e Stabilize suspension by rocking vehicle sideways Headlight Aiming Procedure 4 Mark or tape the vehicle centerline of the headlights and the vehicle itself on the screen Mark the horizontal centerline of the headlights on the screen distance from ground to headlight centers The correct visual aim for Type 2 headlights is with the top edge of the high intensity zone of the lower beam below the horizontal centerline and the left edge of the high intensity zone on the vertical centerline See diagram above Vertical Screen Located Align With Centerline 25 From Vehicle Ahead Headlights Centerline of Right 81 ne Headlight Distance Between Headlight Centers Figure 36 Headlight Aiming Procedure High Intensity Zones For Type 2 Sealed Beam Headlights on Low Beam G10153 Hydraulic Power Unit Fill Procedure Hydraulic Power Unit Fill Procedure Figure 37 External Fill Backside View G10043 Step 1 of the following fill pro
19. ACK TO BRING CENTER UP Figure 2 Bumper Stop Adjustment G10669 BOTH COUPLER SPRING PINS MUST BE FULLY ENGAGED FAILURE TO COMPLETELY ENGAGE BOTH SPRING PINS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY AND PROPERTY DAMAGE Figure 3 Spring Pin Caution G10366 10 Power V Mounting Instructions STEP 1 SMARTHITCH2 SWITCH COUPLER ELECTRICAL TOWER Place the snowplow control in the FLOAT position Line up the vehicle with the snowplow and drive straight in until the lower pin contacts the push beam pin receiver Remove the electrical plug dust covers Connect the electrical plugs turn levers to the ON position STEP 2 MER SMARTHITCH2 SWITCH COUPLER 5 SPRING a Push the SmartHitch2 switch upward to raise the coupler tower until the spring pins snap in Check that both spring pins have engaged the coupler SEE COUPLER SPRING PIN CAUTION Move the coupler tower to align spring pins with the pin receiver holes until both pins engage completely Release the SmartHitch2 switch to stop movement of the coupler tower Turn truck plow switch to plow position Figure 4 Snowplow Mounting Instructions G10349 11 Power V Removal Instructions COUPLER STEP 1 SMARTHITCH2 SWITCH Turn truck plow switch to truck position Retract both wings to the Vee Position and place the snowplow control in the FLOAT position Turn the levers to the OFF positio
20. All hydraulic lines and connections for wear and leakage Hydraulic cylinders for leakage rods for rust or pitting Cutting edge wear Plow shoe wear If installed Hydraulic oil level CAUTION DO NOT OVERFILL Fill using BOSS Snowplow High Performance Hydraulic Fluid or equivalent See Hydraulic Power Unit Fill Procedure located in this manual Control Harness and Power Ground Cable Connectors for corrosion Apply dielectric grease at least once a month during the plow season Apply grease to coupler spring pins 21 Putting the Power V Plow into Storage 1 Before you detach your plow grease any exposed chrome or nitro bar on the lift cylinder rod and on the angle cylinders to protect them from corrosion Follow the normal procedure for dismounting from the truck Power the lift tower forward until the lift cylinder is completely compressed This will protect the lift cylinder from corrosion Disconnect all electrical plugs and coat each connection with dielectric grease lights valve assembly pump pump solenoid and battery Install all dust caps and plugs provided Touch up any rust spots or chipped paint Loosen the trip return and the blade return springs Grease the coupler spring pins Grease the vertical hinge bushings 22 Taking the Power V Plow out of Storage 1 o un o o gt 10 11 12 13 Before you attach your plow check for cracked welds and check all fasteners for t
21. Axle Weight Rating FGAWR Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating RGAWR and the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GAWR must not be exceeded at any time Due to the variety of equipment that can be installed on this vehicle it is necessary to verify that the Front Gross Axle Weight Rating FGAWR Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating RGAWR and the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GAWR are not exceeded at any time This may require weighing the vehicle and adding ballast as necessary It may also limit payload capacity of the vehicle It is the operator s responsibility to verify that these ratings are not exceeded This section contains information that applies to the following plow models 76 Steel Power V XT 9 2 Steel Power V XT 9 2 Steel Power V DXT 82 Steel Power V XT 8 2 Steel Power V DXT 9 2 Poly Power V XT 9 2 Poly Power V DXT 82 Poly Power V XT 8 2 Poly Power V DXT 9 2 Stainless Power V DXT 8 2 Stainless Power V DXT 10 0 Steel Power V DXT Power V Recommended Push Beam Height IN V a 4 16 1 2 10 V Plows S Y o 0 0 15 1 2 7 6 8 2 9 2 V Plows Si Q Figure 1 Recommended Power V Push Beam Height G10364 Bumper Stop Adjustment Coupler Spring Pin Caution ZZ ZZ ZZ ZZ PLATE N STOP COUPLER PUSH BEAM PIN RECEIVER FULLY ENGAGED ADJUSTING THE BUMPER STOP LEVELS CUTTING EDGES TO GROUND SLIDE IN TO BRING CENTER DOWN SLIDE B
22. B SS SNOWPLOW OWNER S MANUAL This manual covers all truck mounted snowplows manufactured by BOSS Snowplow As this manual includes both Power V and Straight Blade snowplow information some of the data contained within may not apply to your snowplow Use the table of contents on the following pages to locate the information specific to your snowplow BOSS Products reserves the right under its continuous product improvement policy to change construction or design details and furnish equipment when so altered without reference to illustrations or specifications used herein This product is covered under one or more of the following patents 2 137 853 5 568 694 6 035 944 6 108 946 6 170 178 6 467 199 6 134 814 7 437 839 Other Patents Pending 5 09607 9 TABLE OF CONTENTS bti 6 POWER V SNOWPLOWIS pube ecole id do Ded bon 8 POWER V RECOMMENDED PUSH BEAM 9 BUMPER STOP ADJUSTMENT COUPLER SPRING PIN CAUTION eee 10 SNOWPLOW MOUNTING 11 SNOWPLOW REMOVAL 12 te Diete unit oe 13 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE 21 PUTTING YOUR 4022 2244 0 000 rennen nsn nre trennen nennen 22 TAK
23. ING YOUR PLOW OUT OF 5 23 SNOWPLOWING PREPARATIONS ii 24 PLOWING PRAGTIGES 5 tates 26 PLOWING TIPS rte ui to 33 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT amp 5 7 35 TABLE CONTENTS STRAIGHT BLADE SNOWPLOWS enean t engine ai 43 STRAIGHT BLADE RECOMMENDED PUSH BEAM HEIGHT eene 44 SPORT DUTY RECOMMENDED PUSH BEAM 45 COUPLER SPRING PIN rennen eren en 46 SNOWPLOW MOUNTING esee nennen 47 SNOWPLOW REMOVAL 48 CONTROLLERS Em 49 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE 5 necne tue deren det a dele re ee e ene a iaa n tu eed 56 PUTTING YOUR PLOW INTO 57 TAKING YOUR PLOW OUT OF 5 58 SNOWPLOWING 59 PLOWING PRACTICES rare 61 DET 67 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT amp 5 7 69 GENERAL SNOWPLOW INFORMATION POWER V AND STRAIGHT BLADE 79 HEADLIGHT AIMING PROGEDUBRE rn tir ete teme eene Hr nne te
24. Lower the push beam high 17 Blade does not lay flat on Check Bumper Stop Adjust Stop as noted in this ground in scoop position Location manual Push beam installed too low Raise the push beam If push beam is at highest setting Adjust the Bumper Stop further into the center section springs if damaged Check Push Beam height Adjust to proper height 93 Troubleshooting Guide 1 Sow fum low areas FLOAT position position 20 Oil running out of fill cap of Power light tower down Do ations in ie manual Avoid too steeply sloped 3A from top Hitting snowbanks too hard Do not plow recklessly 21 Pump chatters when Hydraulic fluid low Add hydraulic fluid Reservoir raising plow or extending should be filled to from top wing s 22 SmartHitch2 will not Turn key on and put controller attach plow controller is in FLOAT in FLOAT Make sure controller is If controller comes out of Float staying in the Float position when using the SmartHitch2 switch replace the controller Check valve block and Refer to manifold wiring SmartHitch2 switch for diagram located within this proper connections manual or on hydraulic pump 94 Troubleshooting Guide PROBLEM DIAGNOSTIC CHECK RESULT 23 Plow lights and truck lights are on at the same time Check vehicle harness wiring Refer to electrical system to truck headlights wiring instructions located in your Installation
25. SS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE This warranty does not apply if you purchased your snowplow for personal family or household use In this case refer to the BOSS Snowplow Limited Consumer Warranty BOSS PRODUCTS A Div of The Toro Company 2010 The Boss Way Box 787 Iron Mountain MI 49801 2014 2015 98 BOSS SNOWPLOW LIMITED CONSUMER WARRANTY What the warranty covers BOSS PRODUCTS warrants to the original retail purchaser of a BOSS snowplow who purchases it for personal family or household use that the snowplow will be free from defects in material and workmanship except as set forth below Warranty period Parts 2 years from the date of purchase Labor 2 years from the date of purchase What BOSS PRODUCTS will do If within the warranty period the snowplow is found to be defective BOSS PRODUCTS will repair or replace at its sole option the defective parts at no charge to the original purchaser What you must do for warranty service To obtain service under this warranty purchaser must return the defective snowplow to an authorized BOSS PRODUCTS dealer preferably the one from whom the snowplow was purchased The purchaser must establish the warranty period by verifying the original purchased date transportation costs to and from the dealer will be the responsibility of the purchaser To locate the
26. SS PRODUCTS dealer preferably the one from whom the snowplow was purchased within the warranty period Purchaser must be able to verify the original purchase date transportation costs to and from the dealer will be the responsibility of the purchaser To locate the authorized BOSS dealer nearest to you call toll free 800 286 4155 or visit www BOSSplow com over 97 What is not covered continued This warranty does not cover 1 Expendable parts such as hoses plow shoes cutting edges pins nuts bolts blade guides etc 2 Snowplows or parts repaired or altered by anyone other than an authorized BOSS PRODUCTS dealer 3 Snowplows or parts which have been subject to misuse negligence accident improper installation maintenance care or storage 4 Snowplows mounted on vehicles other than those listed in the BOSS SNOWPLOW APPLICATION CHART AND SELECTION GUIDE 5 BOSS PRODUCTS does not assume liability for damage to your motor vehicle resulting from the attachment or use of a BOSS PRODUCTS snowplow Vehicle risk is the sole responsibility of the purchaser Limits of BOSS Products Liability are BOSS PRODUCT S LIABILITY IS EXPRESSLY LIMITED TO REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF DEFECTIVE PARTS BOSS PRODUCTS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL INCIDENTAL OR CONTINGENT DAMAGES WHATSOEVER EVEN IF DAMAGES ARE CAUSED BY THE NEGLIGENCE OR FAULT OF BOSS PRODUCTS THE FOREGOING WARRANTIES ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRE
27. TCH2 SWITCH Place the snowplow control in the FLOAT position Line up the vehicle with the snowplow and drive straight in until the lower pin contacts the push beam pin receiver Remove the electrical plug dust covers Connect the electrical plugs turn levers to the ON position Figure 24 Snowplow Mounting Instructions COUPLER TOWER STEP 2 SMARTHITCH2 SWITCH COUPLER Jl SPRING an Push the SmartHitch2 switch upward to raise the coupler tower until the spring pins snap in For plows without SmartHitch2 manually push the coupler tower toward the truck until the spring pins snap in Check that both spring pins have engaged the coupler SEE COUPLER SPRING PIN CAUTION Move the coupler tower to align spring pins with the pin receiver holes until both pins engage completely Release the SmartHitch2 switch to stop movement of the coupler tower Turn truck plow toggle switch to plow position G10351 4T Straight Blade Removal Instructions ELECTRICAL STEP 4 2 PLUGS COUPLER TOWER SMARTHITCH2 SWITCH Place the snowplow in the FLOAT position Pull the Push the SmartHitch2 switch downward until the coupler kickstand spring to release and lower the kickstand tower completely lowers to the plow For plows without Turn the levers to the OFF position SmartHitch2 manually pull the coupler tower forward until Push the SmartHitch2 switch upward to ra
28. allow exclusion of incidental or consequential damages or the limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so these limitations or exclusions may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have the other rights which vary from state to state This warranty does not apply if you purchased your snowplow for other than personal family or household use If so refer to the BOSS Snowplow Commercial Warranty BOSS PRODUCTS A Div of The Toro Company 2010 The Boss Way P O Box 787 Iron Mountain MI 49801 2014 2015 100
29. attern so that you are driving forward as much as possible Come to a complete stop before shifting from forward to reverse Wait until the transmission engages before accelerating 27 Power V Basic Plowing Practices Accelerate slowly allowing the wheels to grip the road surface for better traction Avoid spinning the tires To start a pass start the vehicle in motion Then drop the blade Whenever possible back into a cleared area If you have a manual transmission avoid riding the clutch while plowing After plowing let the vehicle idle for ten minutes or more to allow the transmission cooler some time to cool the transmission fluid If you are plowing change your transmission fluid before and during the season A good rule of thumb is to pull your transmission dipstick periodically and smell the fluid If the fluid has a burnt smell you should change the fluid as soon as possible To monitor the heat in your transmission you can install an inline transmission gauge Once the temperature reaches 250 degrees you should let the vehicle idle until the transmission fluid cools to a lower temperature 28 Power V Basic Plowing Practices Things Not To Do Never pile snow on someone else s property Never pile snow on a street or on sidewalks Never pile snow on top of any structure Never pile snow by mailboxes dumpsters water drains catch basins electrical boxes or fire hydrants Never push snow across a r
30. authorized BOSS dealer nearest to you call toll free 800 286 4155 or visit www BOSSplow com What is not covered This limited warranty does not cover the following 1 Expendable parts such as hoses plow shoes cutting edges pins nuts bolts blade guides etc 2 Snowplows or parts repaired or altered by anyone other than an authorized BOSS PRODUCTS dealer 3 Snowplows or parts which have been subject to misuse or service negligence accident improper installation maintenance care or storage 4 Snowplows mounted on vehicles other than those listed in the BOSS SNOWPLOW APPLICATION CHART AND SELECTION GUIDE 5 BOSS PRODUCTS does not assume any liability for motor vehicle damage resulting from the attachment use of a BOSS PRODUCTS snowplow Vehicle risk is the sole responsibility of the purchaser over 99 Warranty limitations continued THIS WARRANTY IS OFFERED IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTY THE DURATION OF ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS WARRANTY BOSS PRODUCTS LIABILITY IS EXPRESSLY LIMITED TO THE REPAIR OF THE SNOWPLOW INCLUDING LABOR AND REPLACEMENT OF DEFECTIVE PARTS BOSS PRODUCTS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL INCIDENTAL OR CONTINGENT DAMAGES WHATSOEVER EVEN IF DAMAGES ARE CAUSED BY BOSS PRODUCTS NEGLIGENCE OR FAULT State laws Some states do not
31. cedure is intended for a new plow with an empty hydraulic system Initial Plow Position Start with the plow un attached from the vehicle and the lift cylinder 82 completely collapsed The light tower will be tilted forwarded 1 2 Remove Fill Cap 30F from Street Elbow 30G and fill with BOSS High Performance Hydraulic Fluid Continue to fill Street Elbow 30G until no more fluid will be accepted Approx 2 quarts Attach the plow to the vehicle Note If your plow is equipped with SmartHitch2 you must hydraulically power the light tower up Do not manually push the tower up Failure to hydraulically power the light tower up will create an air pocket in the hydraulic system Oil will spill out of your internal filler cap 3 4 Raise the plow Run the plow through all possible motions Return the plow to its standard position Lower the plow to the ground Hydraulic Power Unit Fill Procedure Note If your plow will not lower Flow Control Valve 31C is completely closed Refer to Step 8 to adjust Flow Control Valve 31C FULL Figure 38 Full Level G10411 Plow Position to Check Oil The plow should be attached to the truck sitting flat on the ground The blade should be in the straight position for Straight Blade plows and in the V position for V Blade plows 7 With the blade lowered to the ground and with wings retracted for a V Blade plow check the fluid leve
32. cessories for Straight Blades BALLAST RETAINER 5 09845 Place bags of sand or salt in the bed of your truck with this sturdy frame work Ballast Retainer that easily drops into place and secures the ballast bags ensuring they remain in the proper location for maximum effectiveness Figure 39 Ballast Retainer G10485 77 Optional Equipment Accessories for Straight Blades SHOCK ABSORBER KIT sTB04816 This easy to install shock absorber will help stabilize the trip going forward as well as cushion the trip return on the Standard Duty and Super Duty Straight Blade Snowplows Brackets and hardware are included in the kit 78 GENERAL SNOWPLOW INFORMATION This section contains information that applies to all plows covered in this manual Headlight Aiming Procedure Headlight Aiming Procedure NOTICE The installer of these snowplow lights must certify that installation conforms to applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards 1 Place the vehicle on a level surface 25 feet in front of a matte white screen such as a garage door The screen should be perpendicular to both the ground and the vehicle 2 The vehicle should be equipped for normal operation The snowplow blade should be in place and in the raised position 3 Nextare some points listed by the Society of Automotive engineers SAE pertinent to headlight aiming These points can be found in publication AEJ5991D
33. completely Replace 89 Troubleshooting Guide Valve stuck open Replace 5 While trying to raise plow Check the pressure and Pressure line MUST be wing s extend prior to return line routing connected from P on pump to raising plow and will not P on valve manifold Return retract line MUST be connected from T on pump to T on valve manifold 6 Wings drift back when Check wing return solenoid If solenoid valve is extended valve on manifold contaminated clean or replace Check pressure If pressure relief valve is contaminated clean or replace 7 Plow lowers too fast Check flow control valve Close flow control valve to desired drop speed 8 Wing s will not extend or Check hydraulic fluid level Hydraulic fluid level should be extend dae motor runs within 34 from top of reservoir when lowered and in the V position 90 Troubleshooting Guide PROBLEM DIAGNOSTIC CHECK RESULT Check power ground cables Connect and control cable are connected properly for proper connections your installation manual defective Check pressure at pressure If pressure is less than 2500 port of pump psi at end of lift Motor brushes may be defective pump pressure relief valve may be contaminated damaged or set less than 2500 psi pump may be worn valve opening completely Replace NEN box your installation manual 9 Wing s extend but will not Check power groun
34. d cables Connect retract or retract slowly and control cables are connected properly Check wiring on valve block Refer to the wiring diagram in for proper connections our Installation manual 91 Troubleshooting Guide PROBLEM DIAGNOSTIC CHECK RESULT Check for voltage between If voltage is present solenoid solenoid valve terminal and valve or valve coil has failed ground with ignition switch Verify magnetism if none on and control switch in replace valve Check wiring WING IN position and controller 10 Wing s retract too easily Pressure relief valve See an Authorized BOSS while plowing pressure set too low Dealer for pressure relief valve adjustment BOSS dealer for seal kit Check rod condition If rods are pitted or rough polish with copus cloth or extra fine steel wool turned off installation manual come on or flicker or damaged terminals Check headlight adapter Verify proper headlight wires adapters are being used and are correctly installed 92 Troubleshooting Guide PROBLEM DIAGNOSTIC CHECK RESULT and function energized 14 Turn signals flash at a Check headlight adapters Verify proper headlight rapid rate adapters are being used and are correctly installed 15 No high beam indicator or Check headlight adapters Verify proper headlight does not function properly adapters are being used and are correctly installed in the V position Location manual ee Push beam installed too
35. ehicle owner s manual to find out if plowing in overdrive is recommended and if so when and how Plan your plowing pattern so that you are drive forward as much as possible Come to a complete stop before shifting from forward to reverse Wait until the transmission engages before accelerating Accelerate slowly allowing the wheels to grip the road surface for better traction Avoid spinning the tires 62 Straight Blade Basic Plowing Practices To start a pass start the vehicle in motion Then drop the blade Whenever possible back into a cleared area If you have a manual transmission avoid riding the clutch while plowing After plowing let the vehicle idle for ten minutes or more to allow the transmission cooler some time to cool the transmission fluid If you are plowing change your transmission fluid before and during the season A good rule of thumb is to pull your transmission dipstick periodically and smell the fluid If the fluid has a burnt smell you should change the fluid as soon as possible To monitor the heat in your transmission you can install an inline transmission gauge Once the temperature reaches 250 degrees you should let the vehicle idle until the transmission fluid cools to a lower temperature Things Not To Do Never pile snow on someone else s property Never pile snow on a street or on sidewalks Never pile snow on top of any structure 63 Straight Blade Basic Plowing Practices
36. eral requirements for front and rear weight distribution and for good traction while plowing make sure your vehicle has the proper amount of ballast Ballast should be placed rearward of the back axle towards the tailgate of the bed And it should be properly secured in place Check your snowplow to make sure all bolts are tight Look for cracked welds and hydraulic fluid leaks Make sure the plow lights and turn signals are aligned properly and are in good working order Check your snowplow cutting edge An over worn cutting edge can result in costly repairs to the blade later 60 Straight Blade Basic Plowing Practices When transporting a straight snowplow place the plow in the straight position This will reduce the chance of catching a curb or a snow bank that could pull your vehicle into it Never operate a plow while transporting it to or from a job site It s a good idea to keep the plow control turned off in order to prevent accidental operation When transporting a plow position the blade so as not to block the plow headlights or your vision Do not exceed 40 mph when transporting a plow Do not exceed 14 mph when plowing When transporting a plow or while plowing check the temperature gauge often Overheating the engine can be costly If the vehicle overheats stop and correct the problem If overheating occurs while transporting stop and adjust the blade position to allow more airflow to the radiator Before it snow
37. erwear a warm jacket hat gloves and sunglasses Note In case of an emergency it is always a good idea to carry a cellular phone or two way radio with you when plowing 3 You should also carry a snowplow emergency parts kit that includes extra hydraulic fluid hydraulic hoses a pump solenoid extra cutting edge bolts and a trip spring You should check your vehicle s tire pressure engine belts for cracks and tightness hoses for leaks and vehicle fluid levels including the engine oil brake fluid transmission fluid battery radiator coolant and windshield washer fluid Examine the battery terminals for corrosion and make sure the connections are tight Make sure the vehicle windshield wipers and defrosters are in good shape and working properly Check the vehicle headlights brake lights and turn signals to be sure they are in good working order and make sure your strobe light is working if you have one Also look under the vehicle for obvious signs of leaking fluid Note You should never run out of fuel so make sure your fuel tank is full before going out to plow 24 Power V Snowplowing Preparations 5 If you do not have a strobe light or backup lights you should consider adding them to your vehicle to increase your own visibility as well as making yourself more visible to others while plowing To comply with the federal requirements for front and rear weight distribution and for good traction while plowing
38. g Edge provides extended wear compared to traditional cutting edges There is a built in snow catcher to eliminate a trail of snow through the middle of the plow And there is a built in curb guard to protect your plow from damage Q Figure 10 Power V High Performance Cutting Edges 810398 POWER V CURB GUARD Driver Side 2 1 BAL00898 Passenger Side BAR00498 These long lasting high impact curb guards protect the edge of your plow against wear The Power V curb guard fits all the BOSS Power V models Hardware is included with each guard SS R n Figure 11 Power V Curb Guard Kit G10399 35 Optional Equipment amp Accessories for Power V Blades POWER V PLOW SHOE KIT Plows shoes can be added to your Power V Snowplow to help the blade float over soft surfaces such as gravel dirt or grass Note Each shoe kit contains one shoe with hardware Cast Iron Shoe w hardware 5 01570 e Figure 12 Cast Iron Shoe w hardware 910403 36 Optional Equipment amp Accessories for Power V Blades SNOWPLOW SIGHT SYSTEM POWER V XT PLOW CASTER KIT MSC09644 MSC09216 An option exclusive to BOSS the Snowplow Plow Caster Dolly Wheel Kits Ideal for moving Sight System allows you to align your plow and plows around the garage service bay or truck from inside the cab on the first try every showroom floor these dolly wheel kits utilize time From inside y
39. he left press and hold the left wing out and left wing in buttons simultaneously until the blades are fully angled ANGLE RIGHT To plow snow to the right press and hold the right wing out and right wing in buttons simultaneously until the blades are fully angled VEE create the Vee shape with the plow blades press both the left wing in and right wing in buttons simultaneously until the blades are fully retracted SCOOP To create the Scoop shape with the plow press both the left wing out and right wing out buttons simultaneously until the blades are fully extended Note The control should be turned off when not in use It can then be unplugged and stored SLEEP mode If the controller is ON but not used for 20 minutes the automatic SLEEP mode will be activated The controller LED lights will flash green and red when the controller is in SLEEP mode Turn the controller OFF to deactivate SLEEP mode Power V Controllers 1 Control Swivel Mount Kit Mounting Instructions SWIVEL TAB Figure 9 SmartTouch2 Mounting Hardware G10311 Remove the Swivel Mount and Tab from the MSC05058 Swivel Mount Kit Use the enclosed alcohol wipe to clean a spot on the vehicle interior where you want to place the SmartTouch2 Control Wipe dry immediately with a cloth or paper towel Do not apply when the surface temperatures are lower than 60 F Working temperature range of the adhesive is 40 F to 200
40. ightness See Recommended Bolt Torque located in this manual Go over all the hydraulic hoses looking for cracks and leaks Change your snowplow hydraulic fluid using BOSS Snowplow High Performance Hydraulic Fluid See Hydraulic Power Unit Fill Procedure located in this manual Check your cutting edge for excessive wear Check your plow shoes for wear If installed Tighten your trip return springs and your blade return springs Grease the coupler spring pins Grease the vertical hinge pin bushings Attach the plow to the truck and extend both blades into the scoop position Check hydraulic cylinders for leaks and check rods for corrosion or pitting Touch up any rust spots or chipped paint Apply dielectric grease to the electrical plugs lights valve assembly pump pump solenoid and battery Align your plow lights once your snowplow is attached and in the raised position See Headlight Aiming Procedure located in this manual 23 Power V Snowplowing Preparations 1 Before operating or servicing your BOSS Snowplow you should become thoroughly familiar with the owner s manual You should carry the following safety equipment for emergencies a fire extinguisher tool kit tow strap flashlight flares first aid kit fuses for your vehicle jumper cables an ice scraper lock deicer extra washer fluid a shovel and a bag of sand or salt Also make sure you have warm clothes that include insulated boots insulated und
41. in the Straight position while back dragging and without slowing the plow speed down SmartLock cylinders HYD09386 are now available for the 10 Power V Plow RUBBER SNOW DEFLECTOR 5 01565 76 to 92 MSC17611 10 This specially designed snow deflector keeps snow off the windshield and makes plowing easier and safer EMERGENCY PARTS KIT 5 04298 for V blades MSC16187 for Straight Blades This kit features a selection of the most useful replacement parts packaged in a convenient soft sided bag that fits easily behind or under the seat of your truck TOUCH UP PAINT RED 5 04098 1202 Spray MSC04358 Quart BLACK MSC04036 120z Spray MSC04359 Quart You can keep your plow looking brand new year after year by covering chips and scrapes the professional way The paint is available in both red and black HIGH PERFORMANCE HYDRAULIC FLUID HYD01836 GALLON HYD01835 QUART Specially formulated to maintain its viscosity from normal use to as low as 40 degrees F this premium snowplow oil enhances performance under even the most adverse conditions JOYSTICK CONTROL 5 03809 With a lighted on off switch and the ability to adjust for right or left hand use these joystick controls will put you in control of your BOSS plow like never before 39 Optional Equipment amp Accessories for Power V Blades NGE CONTROL KIT W PISTOL GRIP CONTROL The NGE Next Generation Electrical System from BOSS is an optional control system for 2012 and newe
42. ise the the lower pins clear the push beam receiver hooks coupler tower and release the coupler spring pins Disconnect the electrical plugs and install the electrical For plows with out SmartHitch2 manually push the plug dust covers coupler tower toward the truck until the springs release Back the vehicle away from the snowplow slowly Figure 25 Snowplow Removal Instructions G10352 48 Straight Blade Controllers Joystick Control Operating Instructions PART ND 5 04210 SESS SNOWPLOW Figure 26 Straight Blade Control Operation G10154 1 Toggle the ON OFF switch to the ON position A red indicator light will illuminate on the switch The joystick is now active 49 To RAISE the blade of the plow pull the control stick towards you To LOWER the blade of the plow push the control stick away from you To FLOAT the blade along the contour of the plowing surface push the controller away from you until the stick reaches the detent position You will feel the stick click into the detent position The joystick will stay in the FLOAT position until it is physically re centered To ANGLE the blade RIGHT push the controller stick to the right To ANGLE the blade LEFT push the controller stick to the left The control should be turned off when not in use It can then be unplugged and stored Straight Blade Controllers JOYSTICK CONTROL UNIVERSAL MOUNTING KIT MSC04026 Figure 27 Joystick
43. l Fluid should be visible in the external fill port If fluid is not visible fill until visible Your reservoir should now be properly filled Note Hydraulic fluid should be replaced annually with BOSS Snowplow High Performance Hydraulic Fluid Note If your plow is equipped with SmartHitch2 you must hydraulically power the light tower down Do not manually pull the tower down Failure to hydraulically power the light tower down will create an air pocket in the hydraulic system Oil will spill out of your internal filler cap Hydraulic Power Unit Fill Procedure WARNING When adjusting Flow Control Valve 31C make sure all body parts are clear of the plow blade and observers are standing a safe distance away from the plow blade The plow may drop if your controller is in the FLOAT position Make sure your controller is in the OFF position before attempting to adjust the plow Failure to follow this warning could result in bodily harm Note Flow Control Valve 31C is not available on Green colored Hydraulic Manifolds used on Sport Duty snowplows 8 Adjust Flow Control Valve 31C to obtain the speed desired for lowering the plow by loosening the jam nut then adjusting the set screw Counter clockwise adjustment will increase the speed the plow descends Retighten the jam nut when the desired speed is obtained 84 Troubleshooting Guide Glossary of Problems Bom Pump motor does not run
44. n Push the SmartHitch2 switch upward to raise the coupler tower and release the coupler spring pins COUPLER TOWER ELECTRICAL SMARTHITCH2 SWITCH Push the SmartHitch2 switch downward until the coupler tower completely lowers to the plow Disconnect the electrical plugs and install the electrical plug dust covers Back the vehicle away from the snowplow slowly Figure 5 Snowplow Removal Instructions G10350 Power V Controllers Joystick Control Operating Instructions PART 5 04209 of plow RIGHT WING OUT p I G LEFT maur HROSS WING IN WING IN 2 e SNOWPLOW LEFT WING OUT Figure 6 Power V Control Operation G10157 1 Toggle the ON OFF switch to the position A red indicator light will illuminate on the switch The joystick is now active 13 To RAISE the blade of the plow toggle the switch on the joystick handle upward To LOWER the blade of the plow toggle the switch on the joystick handle downward To FLOAT the blade along the contour of the plowing surface toggle the switch on the joystick handle downward until the switch reaches the detent position You will feel the switch click into the detent position The switch will stay in the FLOAT position until the switch is physically re centered To move the RIGHT wing OUT push the controller stick diagonally to the right and forward To move the LEFT wing OUT push the controller stick
45. ned area With the blade angled to the center of the driveway push the snow to the end of the driveway Finish by pushing the snow into the corners at the end of the driveway Be careful to not leave snow on the road or on sidewalks Note Plowing snow across a road is illegal in many areas although some rural areas will allow it Check your local regulations first If it is allowed push the snow far enough back to allow for upcoming snowfalls being sure to not leave snow on the road The more you operate your BOSS Snowplow the more you ll appreciate just how easy it is to use Whether opening up roads or plowing driveways parking lots or apartment building complexes your BOSS Snowplow is designed to save you time while making your job easier We hope these general guidelines will help you to get started And remember there s no substitute for doing a quality job And for doing so safely 66 Straight Blade Plowing Tips Every BOSS Snowplow is designed and built with one goal in mind to make your job easier And each one has unique features designed specifically to save time and effort while at the same time ensuring it will stand up to nature s worst But we don t just make better snowplows we have lots of ideas on how to plow snow better So browse through this section and see how BOSS can help you be the best you can be BOSS Straight Blades are the proven choice for professionals and homeowners alike Built with an op
46. ner that easily drops into place and secures the ballast bags ensuring they remain in the proper location for maximum effectiveness Figure 20 Ballast Retainer G10485 42 STRAIGHT BLADE This section contains information that applies to the following plow models 70 Poly Sport Duty 76 Poly Sport Duty 7 6 Steel Standard Duty 76 Steel Super Duty 76 Poly Super Duty 76 Super Duty Trip Edge 76 Stainless Super Duty Trip Edge 80 Steel Super Duty 8 0 Poly Super Duty 8 0 Stainless Super Duty 43 80 Super Duty Trip Edge 80 Stainless Super Duty Trip Edge 86 Steel Super Duty 90 Steel Super Duty 90 Stainless Super Duty 90 Super Duty Trip Edge 90 Stainless Super Duty Trip Edge 10 0 Steel Super Duty Recommended Straight Blade Push Beam Height 16 1 2 10 Super Duty Plows 15 1 2 Standard amp Super Duty Plows S RQ Q Figure 21 Recommended Straight Blade Push Beam Height G10155 44 Recommended Sport Duty Push Beam Height Figure 22 Recommended Sport Duty Push Beam Height G10299 45 Coupler Spring Pin Caution DMC COUPLER MMW 2 PUSH BEAM PIN RECEIVER FULLY ENGAGED BOTH COUPLER SPRING PINS MUST BE FULLY ENGAGED FAILURE TO COMPLETELY ENGAGE BOTH SPRING PINS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY AND PROPERTY DAMAGE Figure 23 Spring Pin Caution 46 Straight Blade Mounting Instructions STEP 1 SMARTHI
47. oad without first checking the local regulations In many areas it is illegal to push snow across a road Plowing Parking Lots Make sure you know where the customer wants you to pile the snow Use extra caution when plowing next to curbs If a significant amount of snow is expected plow with the storm rather than letting snow accumulate Keep water drains and catch basins clear at all times 29 Power V Basic Plowing Practices Do not stack snow by the road so as not to block the visibility of vehicles coming or leaving the parking lot Use caution when plowing next to parked cars as the snow can push you into the car When plowing snow that is next to a building push snow away from the building If you are responsible for sidewalks they should be shoveled first before you start plowing so that the snow can be plowed away To start a pass start the vehicle in motion Then drop the blade As you come to the end of a pass lift off from the accelerator while starting to use the brake At the same time start to raise the blade to help stack the snow and to make it easier on your electrical System Plow areas in front of buildings and overhead doors first With the blade raised and in the Straight Position drive up to the building drop the blade and pull the snow away from the building Then turn your vehicle around back into the cleared area and push the snow to the outer edges of the lot Push the banks back far eno
48. ook for things such as bumper stops and speed bumps curbs sidewalk edges shrubs water drains fire hydrants fences and pipes sticking up from the ground To prevent damage to the area being plowed as well as to your snowplow and truck mark any obstructions that will be hard to see when there s snow on the ground Always wear a seat belt when plowing and never plow with your head out the window Hidden obstacles could cause the vehicle to stop suddenly resulting in personal injury 26 Power V Basic Plowing Practices When moving in reverse don t rely only on the vehicle mirrors Turn around and look where you re going When plowing on dirt or gravel lower the plow shoes This will raise the blade so you don t scrape the surface away When plowing on asphalt or concrete raise or remove the plow shoes so that you scrape as close to the surface as possible When you re finished plowing lower the blade to the ground and turn the plow control off for safety This will also take stress off the hydraulic components Protecting Your Transmission One of the most common vehicle problems encountered while plowing is damage to the transmission Overheating the transmission fluid as well as improper use can contribute to the problem Most vehicle manufacturers do not recommend plowing in overdrive Consult your vehicle owner s manual to find out if plowing in overdrive is recommended and if so when and how Plan your plowing p
49. or salt Also make sure you have warm clothes that include insulated boots insulated underwear a warm jacket hat gloves and sunglasses Note In case of an emergency it is always a good idea to carry a cellular phone or two way radio with you when plowing 3 You should also carry a snowplow emergency parts kit that includes extra hydraulic fluid hydraulic hoses a pump solenoid extra cutting edge bolts and a trip spring You should check your vehicle s tire pressure engine belts for cracks and tightness hoses for leaks and vehicle fluid levels including the engine oil brake fluid transmission fluid battery radiator coolant and windshield washer fluid Examine the battery terminals for corrosion and make sure the connections are tight Make sure the vehicle windshield wipers and defrosters are in good shape and working properly Check the vehicle headlights brake lights and turn signals to be sure they are in good working order and make sure your strobe light is working if you have one Also look under the vehicle for obvious signs of leaking fluid Note You should never run out of fuel so make sure your fuel tank is full before going out to plow 59 Straight Blade Snowplowing Preparations 5 If you do not have a strobe light or backup lights you should consider adding them to your vehicle to increase your own visibility as well as making yourself more visible to others while plowing To comply with the fed
50. ories for Straight Blades NGE CONTROL KIT W PISTOL GRIP CONTROL The NGE Next Generation Electrical System from BOSS is an optional control system for 2012 and newer plows This system eliminates the 13 pin electrical connection at the bumper and the in cab truck to plow light switch making for an easier installation and attachment process The NGE kit can also utilize a new Pistol Grip Handheld Controller or existing SmartTouch 2 Handheld Controllers See Dealer for details MSC17819 NGE Control Kit w Pistol Grip STB V MSC17003 NGE Control Kit w STB SmartTouch 2 STRAIGHT BLADE V BLADE Figure 36 Pistol Grip Controller For The NGE System G10741 75 Optional Equipment and Accessories for Straight Blades MOUNTING OPTIONS The SmartTouch2 Handheld Control is not only smart it s also the most versatile way to operate your plow That s because its head is detachable so it goes wherever you need it You can attach it to a pedestal mount on the floor mount it on your dash hold it in your hand or strap it to your leg PEDESTAL MOUNT 5 09658 DASH MOUNT MSCO09660 Attach your controller to this pedestal mount either as a Attach your controller to this dash or door mount using solid floor mount or a removable magnetic mount a dual lock Velcro strip MOUNTING BRACKET g CONTROLLER LOWER DASHBOARD Figure 37 Pedestal Mount 10406 Figure 38 Dash Mount G10407 76 Optional Equipment and Ac
51. our cab visually line up the existing shoe holders on the blade and make wire sight to the target mark on the back of your moving a heavy plow an easy task The heavy plow light Our sight system allows you to easily duty caster wheels feature steel ball bearings for align your truck with your plow with no smooth movement and long lasting life guesswork Figure 13 Snowplow Sight System G10400 Figure 14 Power V XT Plow Caster Kit G10806 37 Optional Equipment amp Accessories for Power V Blades BLADE WING KIT V XT amp V DXT BLADE WING KIT 5 08042 5 08063 Increasing your blade width by a full 22 at a 30 Increasing your blade width by a full 22 at a 30 degree angle these convenient plow wings degree angle these convenient plow wings attach and detach in seconds The kit includes all attach and detach in seconds The kit includes all the needed brackets and hardware Applications the needed brackets and hardware Applications include and T6 82 and 92 flat top V plows include models of XT and some DXT V Blades except for 10 Power V Not available for 10 Power V DXT Figure 15 Blade Wing Kit G10401 Figure 16 V XT and V DXT Blade Wing Kit 910590 38 Optional Equipment amp Accessories for Power V Blades ANGLE CYLINDER HYD07130 2005 8 Older HYD09733 2006 amp Newer These easy to install cylinders lock and unlock both quickly and automatically to keep your Power V Plow locked securely
52. r plows This system eliminates the 13 pin electrical connection at the bumper and the in cab truck to plow light switch making for an easier installation and attachment process The NGE kit can also utilize a new Pistol Grip Handheld Controller or existing SmartTouch 2 Handheld Controllers See Dealer for details MSC17819 NGE Control Kit w Pistol Grip STB V MSC17002 Control Kit w V SmartTouch 2 STRAIGHT BLADE V BLADE Figure 17 Pistol Grip Controller For The NGE System G10741 40 Optional Equipment amp Accessories for Power V Blades MOUNTING OPTIONS The SmartTouch2 Handheld Control is not only smart it s also the most versatile way to operate your plow That s because its head is detachable so it goes wherever you need it You can attach it to a pedestal mount on the floor mount it on your dash hold it in your hand or strap it to your leg Pedestal Mount MSC09658 Dash Mount 5 09660 Attach your controller to this pedestal mount either as a Attach your controller to this dash or door mount using solid floor mount or a removable magnetic mount a dual lock Velcro strip 25 MOUNTING BRACKET mu 1 CONTROLLER CE N LOWER DASHBOARD Figure 18 Pedestal Mount 10406 Figure 19 Dash Mount G10407 41 Optional Equipment amp Accessories for Power V Blades Ballast Retainer 5 09845 Place bags of sand or salt in the bed of your truck with this sturdy frame work Ballast Retai
53. s walk around the area you will be plowing to check for obstacles that will become hidden when snow is on the ground Look for things such as bumper stops and speed bumps curbs sidewalk edges shrubs water drains fire hydrants fences and pipes sticking up from the ground To prevent damage to the area being plowed as well as to your snowplow and truck mark any obstructions that will be hard to see when there s snow on the ground Always wear a seat belt when plowing and never plow with your head out the window Hidden obstacles could cause the vehicle to stop suddenly resulting in personal injury When moving in reverse don t rely only on the vehicle mirrors Turn around and look where you re going 61 Straight Blade Basic Plowing Practices When plowing on dirt or gravel lower the plow shoes This will raise the blade so you don t scrape the surface away When plowing on asphalt or concrete raise or remove the plow shoes so that you scrape as close to the surface as possible When you re finished plowing lower the blade to the ground and turn the plow control off for safety This will also take stress off the hydraulic components Protecting Your Transmission One of the most common vehicle problems encountered while plowing is damage to the transmission Overheating the transmission fluid as well as improper use can contribute to the problem Most vehicle manufacturers do not recommend plowing in overdrive Consult your v
54. t lower Check power ground cables Connect and control cables are connected properly Check flow control valve If flow control valve is completely closed place RAISE LOWER switch in NEUTRAL then open the flow control valve ee rumeur for proper connections your Installation manual Check for voltage between If voltage is present solenoid solenoid valve terminal and valve or valve coil has failed ground with ignition switch Replace valve or valve coil on and control switch in FLOAT position Test power to the control box If NO voltage is present by checking voltage between power from relays has become black wire and ground at the disconnected If voltage is white 9 pin connector present check wiring and switch of controller 88 Troubleshooting Guide PROBLEM DIAGNOSTIC CHECK RESULT 4 Plow will not raise or raises Check hydraulic fluid level Hydraulic fluid level should be slowly within from top of reservoir when lowered and in the V position Check power ground cables Connect and control cable are connected properly a 7 lE 7i for proper connections diagram in this manual Lc n defective Check pressure at pressure If pressure is less than 2500 port of pump psi at end of lift Motor brushes may be defective pump pressure relief valve may be contaminated damaged or set less than 2500 psi pump may be worn Check LIFT Solenoid Valve Lift solenoid valve not opening
55. this position the blades are retracted towards the truck This position is normally used for making the first pass It s ideal for plowing a lane through deep snow or punching through snowdrifts and hard packed banks or windrows left by city and county plows SCOOP POSITION This position is used for carrying or controlling the snow with the blades pushed out to form an inverted V shape It s most useful for clearing parking lots or other large areas where snow must be pushed straight ahead and not to the side It s also useful for cleanup work at the end of the job You ll find the Scoop Position to be the most useful for many plowing situations And it s also a great time saver ANGLE POSITION In this position the blades are positioned to either the left or right side of the vehicle Use this position for windrowing or for widening the first pass 33 Power V Plowing Tips STRAIGHT POSITION This position is normally used for back dragging with the blades positioned directly in front of the vehicle For example to remove snow from the edge of a building raise the blade and drive up to the building Then lower the blade and back up pulling snow away from the building With a little experience you ll develop your own methods for plowing and learn exactly which plow position to use for each pass DEEP SNOW In deep snow raise the plow several inches off the ground to shear off the top layer With a Power V Plow use the V
56. timized blade curl that means snow rolls cleanly off the plow ANGLE POSITION In this position the blade is positioned to either the left or right side of the vehicle Use this position for windrowing or for widening the first pass HOW TO WINDROW With the blade angled to the left or right side of the vehicle make consecutive passes each time throwing the snow forward and to the side This technique is useful to clear large areas such as parking lots STRAIGHT POSITION This position is normally used for back dragging with the blade positioned directly in front of the vehicle For example to remove snow from the edge of a building raise the blade and drive up to the building Then lower the blade and back up pulling snow away from the building With a little experience you ll develop your own methods for plowing and learn exactly which plow position to use for each pass 67 Straight Blade Plowing Tips HOW TO BACK DRAG To remove snow from the edge of a building raise the blade and drive forward to the building Lower the blade and then back up while pulling the snow away from the building You should back drag only two truck lengths before turning around You can then back into the cleared area and push snow forward You plow will be more effective when pushing snow than then back dragging over long distances DEEP SNOW In deep snow raise the plow several inches off the ground to shear off the top layer You should push
57. u do not follow these instructions and procedures which are outlined further within your owner s manual Read this manual carefully before operating this snowplow Always follow the vehicle manufacturer s recommendations relating to snowplow installation For recommended vehicle models refer to the BOSS online Plow Selector tool at www bossplow com Vehicles equipped with air bags are designed such that the air bags will be activated ina frontal collision equivalent to hitting a solid barrier such as a wall at approximately 14 mph or more or roughly speaking a frontal perpendicular collision with a parked car or truck of similar size at approximately 28 mph or more Careless or high speed driving while plowing snow which results in vehicle decelerations equivalent to or greater than the air bag deployment threshold described above would deploy the air bag Many newer trucks are equipped with air bags DO NOT under any circumstances disable or remove or relocate any sensors or other components related to the operation of the air bags When transporting position plow so as not to block vision or plow headlights 6 DO change blade position when traveling DO NOT exceed 40 mph when transporting plow DO NOT exceed 14 mph when plowing Always lower blade when vehicle is not in use Make sure plow is properly attached before moving vehicle To comply with Federal Regulations and to assure a safe vehicle the Front Gross
58. uer erg qae 80 HYDRAULIC POWER UNIT FILL PROCEDURE sse 82 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE tte Pepe eio ib e Pee 85 RECOMMENDED BOLT en 96 c TT 97 B SS SNOWPLOW A REVOLUTION AGAINST SNOW Congratulations on purchasing the finest snowplow made BOSS sets the standard for quality reliability craftsmanship and performance Our products are designed built and proven in Michigan s rugged Upper Peninsula where winter is a way of life And we back it all up with exceptional customer service and satisfaction We re not just setting the standard We re leading the way BOSS SNOWPLOW has been carefully designed and built for years of carefree performance With its simple attaching system BOSS can be attached or removed in seconds For safety BOSS includes hydraulic pressure relief to prevent damage by overstress Where A Frame and moldboard fatigue are a common problem on conventional plows a BOSS PLOW will stand up to severe plowing conditions To keep your BOSS PLOW in top shape take a few minutes to study this manual It will show you how to use and service BOSS familiarize you with all of its parts and give you helpful tips on plowing snow If you have further questions your local BOSS PLOW DEALER is the person to talk to They know your plow well and want your complete satisfaction AWARNING Serious injury or death can result if yo
59. ugh to accommodate future snowfalls After back dragging snow away from building it s time to start plowing the lot Start by making a pass down the center of the lot and then push snow in windrows to the outer edges If there has been a 30 Power V Basic Plowing Practices significant amount of snowfall push as much bulk off the lot as possible Then go over it again In large lots it may be best to break your plowing down into smaller areas Do not pile snow in the middle of the lot It will be difficult to remove later Do not pile snow near handicapped parking areas Plow in straight lines whenever possible and push snow to the outer edges of the lot Keep the wind direction in mind and pile snow downwind to minimize drifting later Plow snow during low traffic hours and always be cautious of cars and people in the lot Once the majority of snow is removed from the lot it s time to do the cleanup work Start by plowing next to curbs Be sure to square off corners where possible and don t leave trails of snow behind Plowing Driveways Make sure you know where your customer wants you to pile the snow Drive up to the garage drop the blade then back up pulling the snow approximately two truck lengths back Turn the vehicle around and back into the cleaned area With the blade angled to the center of the driveway push the snow to the end of the driveway Finish by pushing the snow into the corners at the end of the dri
60. uts and bolts for tightness See Recommended Bolt Torque located in this manual All hydraulic lines and connections for wear and leakage Hydraulic cylinders for leakage rods for rust or pitting Cutting edge wear Plow shoe wear Hydraulic oil level CAUTION DO NOT OVERFILL Fill using BOSS Snowplow High Performance Hydraulic Fluid or equivalent See Hyaraulic Power Unit Fluid Fill Procedure located in this manual Control Harness and Power Ground Cable Connectors for corrosion Apply dielectric grease at least once a month during the plow season Apply grease to coupler spring pins 56 Putting the Straight Blade Plow into Storage 1 Before you detach your plow grease any exposed chrome or nitro bar on the lift cylinder rod and on the angle cylinders to protect them from corrosion Drive the snowplow to a storage site Follow the normal procedure for removing the plow Power the lift tower forward until the lift cylinder is completely compressed This will protect the lift cylinder from corrosion Disconnect all electrical plugs and coat each connection with dielectric grease lights valve assembly pump pump solenoid and battery Install all dust caps and plugs provided Touch up any rust spots or chipped paint Loosen the trip return springs Grease the coupler spring pins Grease any exposed chrome on the angling cylinders to protect from corrosion 57 Taking the Straight Blade Plow out of Storage 1
61. veway Be careful to not leave snow on the road or on sidewalks 31 Power V Basic Plowing Practices Note Plowing snow across a road is illegal in many areas although some rural areas will allow it Check your local regulations first If it is allowed push the snow far enough back to allow for upcoming snowfalls being sure to not leave snow on the road The more you operate your BOSS Snowplow the more you ll appreciate just how easy it is to use Whether opening up roads or plowing driveways parking lots or apartment building complexes your BOSS Snowplow is designed to save you time while making your job easier We hope these general guidelines will help you to get started And remember there s no substitute for doing a quality job And for doing so safely 32 Power V Plowing Tips Every BOSS Snowplow is designed and built with one goal in mind to make your job easier And each one has unique features designed specifically to save time and effort while at the same time ensuring it will stand up to nature s worst But we don t just make better snowplows we have lots of ideas on how to plow snow better So browse through this section and see how BOSS can help you be the best you can be The BOSS Power V Snowplow is a multi position plow that let s you quickly and easily choose from a variety of blade positions including a Scoop Straight Angle or V Position and anything in between POWER V POSITION In

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