Fisher Engineering SNOWPLOW User manual

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Original InstructionsOriginal Instructions
November 15, 2020
Lit. No. 72446, Rev. 05
This manual supersedes all editions with an earlier date.
CAUTION
Read this document before operating or servicing snowplow.
Fisher Engineering
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www.sherplows.com
Lit. No. 72446, Rev. 05 Printed in U.S.A. November 15, 2020
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Fisher Engineering Snowplow Owner's Manual

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SNOWPLOW OWNER DATA SHEET
Register your snowplow online at www.sherplows.com
Owner Name: ________________________________________________________________________
Date Purchased: ______________________________________________________________________
Dealer Name: ___________________________________________ Phone: ______________________
Dealer Address: ______________________________________________________________________
Vehicle Model/Year: ___________________________________________________________________
Snowplow Model/Year: _________________________________________________________________
Snowplow Type/Size: ___________________________________________ Weight: ___________ lb/kg
Ballast: No ___ Yes ___ Amount____________lb/kg
Insta‑Act®Hydraulic Unit Serial Number: ___________________________________________________
Blade Serial Number (located above Warning/Caution label): ___________________________________

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Preface ..................................................................7
Safety ....................................................................8
Vehicle Application Information...........................15
Ballast Requirements .......................................16
Getting to Know Your Snowplow.........................17
Minute Mount®2 System..................................17
Blades ..............................................................18
HC Series/ HD2™/HDX™ ............................19
HS Compact Plow/HT Series™/SD Series/
XLS™ ..........................................................20
EZ‑V®/XtremeV™/XV2™ ..............................21
A‑Frame/T‑Frame ........................................... 22
Straight Blade A‑Frames ............................. 22
XLS A‑Frame ............................................... 22
HC Series/XtremeV/XV2 T‑Frame/
Push Assembly........................................... 22
Headgear ........................................................ 22
Weights Table...................................................23
Mount Kits ........................................................24
Snowplow Headlamps......................................25
INTENSIFIRE™ Headlamps.........................25
INTENSIFIRE™ LED Headlamps with
EdgeView™ Technology..............................25
Insta‑Act®Hydraulic Units ................................26
System Capacity...........................................28
Pump Motor Specications...........................28
Cab Controls ................................................... 30
Accessories and Options .................................32
Attaching Snowplow to Vehicle .......................... 35
Operating Your Snowplow...................................37
Fish‑Stik®Hand‑Held Control ......................... 40
Joystick Control............................................... 44
FLEET FLEX Electrical System .......................49
SECURITY GUARD™ System...................... 50
Smooth Stop/Soft Stop............................. 54
One‑Touch FLOAT .................................... 55
V‑Plow Blade Positions............................56
XLS Blade Positions........................................ 59
Snowplow Headlamp Check ............................61
Anti‑Wear Shoe Adjustment.............................62
Hydraulic System ............................................ 64
Blade Drop Speed Adjustment........................ 66
Scrape Lock Adjustment ................................. 68
Angle Ram Adjustment – EZ‑V V‑Plow............71
Transporting Snowplow....................................72

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Driving and Plowing on Snow and Ice .............73
Plowing Snow...................................................74
General Instructions......................................75
Hard Packed Snow .......................................75
Deep Snow ...................................................75
Clearing Driveways .......................................76
Clearing Parking Lots .................................. 77
Parking with Snowplow Attached.................... 77
Towing Disabled or Stuck Vehicle................... 77
Detaching Snowplow from Vehicle
and Storage .......................................................78
Maintenance....................................................... 84
Maintenance Videos ....................................... 84
Preseason Check............................................ 84
Postseason Maintenance................................ 85
Aiming Headlamp Beams................................ 86
Changing Blade‑Edge Illumination Mode ....... 88
Maintenance and Adjustment.......................... 89
HDX™ Adjustable Attack Angle...................... 90
Blade Adjustment......................................... 90
Accessories Adjustment .............................. 93
Leveling the HDX or HD2™ A‑Frame ............. 94
Greasing the HDX Pivot Beam........................ 95
Cutting Edge Wear & Leveling Adjustment
Procedure – XV2™/XtremeV™ ..................... 96
Greasing Pivot Pin Hinge .................................97
Hydraulic System ............................................ 98
Fluid Level.................................................... 98
Annual Fluid Change ..................................100
Hose Routing...........................................102
Air Removal ............................................105
Hose or Fitting Replacement ......................109
Installing Hydraulic Fittings and Hoses....... 110
Fuse Replacement ......................................... 111
Snowplow Vehicle Battery Best Practices ..... 112
Vehicle............................................................ 113
Recycle .......................................................... 113
Emergency Parts/Tools.................................. 113
Troubleshooting.............................................. 114
APPENDIX
Fish‑Stik®Hand‑Held Control &
Joystick Control – Timeout Table........... 115
TABLE OF CONTENTS

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PREFACE
This manual has been prepared to acquaint
you with the safety information, operation, and
maintenance of your new FISHER®snowplow.
Please read this manual carefully and follow all
recommendations. Failure to do so may a󰀨ect
your warranty coverage.
Before using your FISHER snowplow, make
sure that your vehicle is equipped with all the
vehicle manufacturer's and our required options
for plowing. This will help ensure protable and
trouble‑free operation of your snowplow.
Your FISHER snowplow Insta‑Act®hydraulic unit
and blade both have a serial number. Record
these serial numbers on the Snowplow Owner
Data Sheet at the front of this manual to refer to
when necessary.
When service is necessary, bring your snowplow
to your local FISHER outlet. They know your
snowplow best and are interested in your
complete satisfaction.
Keep this manual accessible. It is a handy
reference in case minor service is required.
The illustrations found in this manual represent
typical components. They may not match your
exact installation.
Most of the information in this Owner's Manual
applies to all Minute Mount®2 applications.
Di󰀨erences among straight-blade, HC, HD2™,
HDX™, HT Series™, EZ‑V®, XtremeV™, XV2™,
and XLS™ applications are called out in the text
or under separate headings, as required.

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WARNING/CAUTION & INSTRUCTION
LABELS
Become familiar with and inform users about the
warning/caution and serial number labels on the
back of the blade and the instruction label on
the headgear.
NOTE: If labels are missing or cannot be read,
see your sales outlet.
SAFETY
SAFETY DEFINITIONS
NOTE: Indicates a situation or action that can
lead to damage to your snowplow and vehicle
or other property. Other useful information
can also be described.
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous
situation, that if not avoided, could result
in death or serious personal injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation
that, if not avoided, may result in minor
or moderate injury. It may also be used to
alert against unsafe practices.

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SAFETY
Instruction Labels
Warning/Caution Label
XL
S™ Blades
Only
(both sides)
Multiple Pinch
Points Label
or
or
For EZ-V®snowplows this
label is on the blade.

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SAFETY
Code Denition
YY 2‑Digit Year
MM 2‑Digit Month
DD 2‑Digit Day
LL 2‑Digit Location Code
XXXX 4‑Digit Sequential Number
ZZZZZZ 5‑ or 6‑Digit Blade Assembly PN
YYMMDDLLXXXXZZZZZ
ZZZZZ
zzzzz YYMMDDLLXXXXZZZZZ
Serial Number Label

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SAFETY
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Improper installation and operation could cause
personal injury and/or equipment and property
damage. Read and understand labels and the
Owner's Manual before installing, operating, or
making adjustments.
WARNING
Lower the blade when the vehicle is
parked. Temperature changes could
change hydraulic pressure, causing the
blade to drop unexpectedly or damaging
hydraulic components. Failure to do this
could result in serious personal injury.
WARNING
Remove blade assembly before placing
vehicle on hoist.
CAUTION
Read Owner's Manual before operating or
servicing snowplow.
WARNING
Do not exceed GVWR or GAWR
including the blade and ballast.
The rating label is found on the
driver-side vehicle door cornerpost.
CAUTION
Plowing speed should not exceed 10 mph
(16 km/h).
CAUTION
See your FISHER®outlet for application
recommendations.
CAUTION
Transport speed should not exceed
45 mph (72 km/h). Further reduce speed
under adverse travel conditions.

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HYDRAULIC SAFETY
• Always inspect hydraulic components and
hoses before using. Replace any damaged or
worn parts immediately.
• If you suspect a hose leak, DO NOT use your
hand to locate it. Use a piece of cardboard
or wood.
FUSES
The FISHER®electrical and hydraulic systems
contain several automotive‑style fuses. If a
problem should occur and fuse replacement
is necessary, the replacement fuse must be
of the same type and amperage rating as the
WARNING
Hydraulic uid under pressure
can cause skin injection injury. If
you are injured by hydraulic uid,
get medical attention immediately.
SAFETY
original. Installing a fuse with a higher rating can
damage the system and could start a re. Fuse
Replacement, including fuse ratings and locations,
is located in the Maintenance section of this
Owner's Manual.
PERSONAL SAFETY
• Remove the ignition key and put the vehicle in
PARK or in gear to prevent others from starting
the vehicle during installation or service.
• Wear only snug-tting clothing while working
on your vehicle or snowplow.
• Do not wear jewelry or a necktie, and secure
long hair.
• Wear safety goggles to protect your eyes from
battery acid, gasoline, dirt, and dust.
• Avoid touching hot surfaces such as the
engine, radiator, hoses, and exhaust pipes.
• Always have a re extinguisher rated BC handy,
for ammable liquids and electrical res.

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SAFETY
FIRE AND EXPLOSION
Be careful when using gasoline. Do not use
gasoline to clean parts. Store only in approved
containers away from sources of heat or ame.
CELL PHONES
A driver's rst responsibility is the safe operation
of the vehicle. The most important thing you can
do to prevent a crash is to avoid distractions and
pay attention to the road. Wait until it is safe to
operate Mobile Communication Equipment such
as cell phones, text messaging devices, pagers,
or two‑way radios.
VENTILATION
WARNING
Gasoline is highly ammable and gasoline
vapor is explosive. Never smoke while
working on vehicle. Keep all open ames
away from gasoline tank and lines. Wipe
up any spilled gasoline immediately.
WARNING
Vehicle exhaust contains lethal fumes.
Breathing these fumes, even in low
concentrations, can cause death. Never
operate a vehicle in an enclosed area
without venting exhaust to the outside.

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BATTERY SAFETY
SAFETY
NOISE
Airborne noise emission during use is below
70 dB(A) for the snowplow operator.
VIBR ATION
Operating snowplow vibration does not exceed
2.5 m/s2to the hand‑arm or 0.5 m/s2to the
whole body.
CAUTION
Batteries normally produce explosive
gases, which can cause personal injury.
Therefore, do not allow ames, sparks, or
lit tobacco to come near the battery. When
charging or working near a battery, always
cover your face and protect your eyes,
and also provide ventilation.
• Batteries contain sulfuric acid, which
burns skin, eyes, and clothing.
• Disconnect the battery before removing
or replacing any electrical components.

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Vehicle application recommendations are based
on the following:
• The vehicle with the snowplow installed must
comply with applicable Federal Motor Vehicle
Safety Standards (FMVSS).
• The vehicle with the snowplow installed
must comply with the vehicle manufacturer's
stated gross vehicle and axle weight ratings
(found on the driver‑side door cornerpost
of the vehicle) and the front and rear weight
distribution ratio. In some cases, rear ballast
may be required to comply with these
requirements. See "Ballast Requirements"
later in this section.
VEHICLE APPLICATION INFORMATION
CAUTION
See your FISHER®outlet/website
for specic vehicle application
recommendations before installation.
The eMatch selection system has specic
vehicle and snowplow requirements.
• FISHER eMatch selection system is based
on available vehicle capacity for snowplow
equipment on a representative vehicle
equipped with options commonly used
for plowing and with 300 lb of front seat
occupant weight.
• Weight of front seat occupants can be adjusted
above 300 lb, but vehicle with snowplow must
not exceed vehicle GVWR or GAWR.
• In some cases there may be additional
limitations and requirements.
• Installation, modication, and addition of
accessories must comply with published
FISHER recommendations and instructions.
Available capacity decreases as the vehicle is
loaded with cargo or other truck equipment,
or snowplow accessories are installed.
• If there is uncertainty as to whether available
capacity exists, the actual vehicle as
congured must be weighed.

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VEHICLE APPLICATION INFORMATION
BALLAST REQUIREMENTS
Ballast (additional weight) is an important part of
qualifying vehicles for snowplow eligibility. Rear
ballast must be used when necessary to remain
in compliance with axle ratings and ratios as
specied by the vehicle manufacturer.
If ballast is required, it is important that it be
secured properly behind the rear axle. A ballast
retainer kit is available from your FISHER®outlet
(PN 62849).
NOTE: The ballast retainer kit is for snowplow
vehicles requiring ballast. See your FISHER
outlet for the correct amount of ballast
required. Include the weight of the retainer as
part of the ballast requirement. Sand bags are
recommended for use as ballast.
Position
and secure ballast
as close to the tailgate
as possible.
NOTE: Ballast recommended and its weight
calculations assume the entire width of the
bed is lled as close to tailgate as possible.

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR SNOWPLOW
Minute Mount®2 SYSTEM
The Minute Mount 2 system continues to set
the industry standard for detachable snowplow
design. The quickest and easiest mounting
system available, the Minute Mount 2 system
is twice the mount because it takes half the
time. The Minute Mount 2 system should be
installed according to the instructions supplied.
FISHER®outlets are trained to perform this and
other services for your snowplow.
Most of the snowplow mount can now be removed
easily from the truck when it's not being used for
plowing. By removing the headgear, lift arm, and
headlamps every time you remove the snowplow,
you eliminate over 100 lb of weight on the front
suspension and tires, resulting in less wear all
year long. This also means improved appearance
of your four‑wheel drive or sport/utility vehicle.
Vehicle
Mount
Headgear
Insta-Act®
Hydraulic Unit
Release
Handle
Lift Arm
A-FrameJack
Headlamps

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR SNOWPLOW
The base angle is designed with a unique trip
edge. Heavy compression springs on the back
side of the blade hold each edge in the plowing
position. The springs are a safety device that
allow the trip edge to ride over obstacles without
damaging the blade or vehicle or injuring the
driver. The springs need no adjustments and o󰀨er
protection in all blade congurations and angles.
BLADES
The FISHER® di󰀨erence—the integral trip-edge
design—is incorporated into all Minute Mount®2
system blades. When the blade strikes an
obstacle, only the edge trips, not the entire blade.
When the obstacle is cleared, the edge returns
to its normal plowing position. The plowed snow
stays in front of the vehicle at all times because
the blade remains upright.
Moldboards are constructed of
STORM GUARD™ powder‑coated heavy‑gauge
steel or stainless steel (depending on blade
model) with a formed top edge. The blades are
reinforced with a steel framework to increase
rigidity and strength, and are designed using the
latest advances in computer design techniques.
The blade is curved to pick up snow and cast it
aside smoothly—rolling snow instead of pushing it.
This action allows you to move more snow faster,
using less power, saving fuel, and reducing wear
and tear on the vehicle and snowplow.

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR SNOWPLOW
SnoFoil assembly, curb guards, shoe kit,
heavy‑duty lift ram, blade guides, and a full line of
cutting edges (rubber, poly, 5/8" steel, and carbide).
HDX™
The ultimate in straight blade performance and
reliability, the stainless steel HDX snowplow gives
you a whole new way to attack winter. Built for the
business of plowing, this rugged snowplow will
withstand the rigors of commercial applications.
The HDX blade is designed for 3/4‑ and 1‑ton
4 x 4 trucks and is a fully featured stainless steel
straight blade. An articulating A‑frame helps your
blade follow the contours of the road and provides
a cleaner scrape while the adjustable attack
angle allows you to customize your snowplow's
performance—adjust the attack angle to 55°, 65°,
or 75°, depending on your application. Maximize
your HDX snowplow's e󰀩ciency and reliability with
a full line of plow accessories.*
* HD2™ snowplow accessories are compatible with
HDX snowplow models. See the HD2 snowplow description
for accessories list.
HC Series
Designed for trucks in the 17,000–27,500 lb
GVW range, these 9' and 10' snowplows
are built for municipalities and commercial
entities. Both blades include a trip‑edge design,
cutting edge with two 6" curb guards standard,
1‑3/4" x 10" lift ram, and 2" x 12‑1/2" angle rams.
SnoFoil® assembly, rubber deector, shoe kit, and
blade stops are sold separately.
HD2™
Designed for today's snow plowing professional,
the HD2 snowplow is available in 7'6", 8', 8'6", and
9' widths and is constructed of heavy‑duty
high‑strength steel. The HD2 blade is built for the
toughest commercial plowing applications and is
designed for 3/4‑ and 1‑ton 4 x 4 trucks, as well
as today's "super‑duty" vehicles. Maximize your
snowplow's e󰀩ciency and reliability with the full
line of HD2 accessories,* including blade wings,
back drag edges, rubber or steel deectors,

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR SNOWPLOW
SD Series
Available in 6'9" and 7'6" widths, the FISHER®SD
series snowplows are designed for compact and
light 1/2‑ton four‑wheel drive trucks, as well as some
sport/utility vehicles. These snowplows are ideal for
homeowners and noncommercial plowing situations.
XLS™*
The next generation of the XLS expandable
snowplow delivers a whole new level of versatility,
e󰀩ciency, and performance. With more options
than before, the XLS snowplow now comes in two
blade sizes and is o󰀨ered in both stainless steel
and STORM GUARD™ powder‑coated steel. Its
wide scoop position carries more snow and can
fully angle to maximize handling and capacity
when cornering or plowing around obstacles. For
unmatched windrowing productivity, the leading
wing angles forward to direct more snow into the
moldboard to minimize spillo󰀨 and e󰀨ectively use
the entire blade width.
* Snowplows with serial numbers beginning with 180210 and higher.
HS Compact Plow
The 23½" tall, reliable, HS compact plow's
16‑gauge, powder coated steel moldboard comes
in 6' 8" and 7' 2" widths for rugged snow plowing
performance. It provides the brawn of a big plow,
yet is light enough for a mid‑size truck or SUV. A
standard high‑carbon steel cutting edge provides
increased wear resistance. A curb guard kit,
steel or poly cutting edges, rubber deector, and
adjustable shoe kit are sold separately.
HT Series™
As truck manufacturers reduce vehicle weight to
increase fuel e󰀩ciency, plowers struggle to nd a
rugged, hard‑working snowplow that matches their
half-ton truck specications. The 7'6" HT Series
snowplow is the answer: a full‑sized, full‑featured
snowplow designed specically for today's half-ton
four‑wheel drive trucks. Carbon steel cutting
edges (3/8" & 1/2"), 1" poly cutting edge, rubber
deector, poly SnoFoil®assembly, curb guards,
and cast iron shoes are sold separately.

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR SNOWPLOW
XtremeV™
The XtremeV snowplow features a tapered‑wing
design to provide a multi‑position snowplow with
superior torsional strength. Available in 7'6",
8'6", and 9'6" widths, the moldboards come in
stainless or STORM GUARD powder‑coated steel.
Cutting edge is standard. Accessories include a
rubber deector, blade wing extensions, and a
back drag edge.
XV2™
With its deep curl, tapered‑wing design, the XV2
blade takes the popular XtremeV wing design
to another level. Available in 7'6", 8'6", 9'6",
and 10'6" widths, the XV2 snowplow combines
extreme carrying capacity with the versatility of a
multi‑position V‑plow. Featuring InstaLock double
acting cylinders, the XV2 blade provides absolute
hydraulic control of the moldboard—move the
wings independently or together for straight‑blade
operation. XV2 blades are available in stainless
steel or STORM GUARD powder‑coated steel.
EZ-V®
Built from high‑strength, low‑alloy steel, the
7'6" EZ‑V snowplow is designed to deliver
superior strength and allow the performance
and e󰀩ciency of a V-plow with the agility
of a half‑ton truck application. Featuring
standard InstaLock double‑acting cylinders,
this V‑plow can provide precise control of
the blade wings that operate independently
or together for straight‑blade operation. The
EZ‑V V‑plow is available in stainless steel
or STORM GUARD™ powder‑coated steel.
Accessories include: a shoe kit, rubber deector,
curb guards, 1/2" cutting edge kit, back drag edge
kit, poly cutting edge kit.

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A-FRAME/T-FRAME
Straight Blade A-Frames
The A‑frame is attached to the blade assembly
with a center pivot pin (HD2™, HDX™, and
HT Series™ A‑frames use a center bolt). The pivot
pin allows the blade assembly to angle left or right,
providing excellent snow displacement. The heavy
1" pivot pin is shear‑proof under normal operation,
assuring a solid connection.
XLS™ A-Frame
The A‑frame is attached to the blade assembly
with a centered pivot bolt. The pivot bolt allows the
blade assembly to angle left or right 25°, providing
excellent snow displacement. The heavy 1" pivot
bolt is shear‑proof under normal operation,
assuring a solid connection.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR SNOWPLOW
HC Series, XtremeV™, EZ-V®& XV2™
T-Frame/Push Assembly
The T‑frame is designed to provide optimum
strength‑to‑weight ratio and is adjustable to
accommodate variations in vehicle height. The
leveling feature ensures that blade edges can be
kept parallel to the road surface when plowing.
Diagonal bracing supports the upper end of the
pivot bolt and keeps the blade vertical.
HEADGEAR
The headgear assembly is composed of the
headgear, linkage mechanism, lift arm, and jack.
The headgear is connected to the pushplates,
which are mounted directly to the vehicle frame.
The headgear also provides the mounting
framework for the FISHER®Insta‑Act®hydraulic
unit and the lift arm. The lift ram raises and lowers
the blade by moving the lift arm and lift chain. The
jack, when lowered, supports the snowplow during
and after its removal from the vehicle.