Fisher Minute Mount 2 system User manual

OWNER'S MANUAL
Original Instructions
August 15, 2011
Lit. No. 44224, Rev. 14
This manual supersedes all editions with an earlier date.
CAUTION
Read this document before operating or servicing snowplow.
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SNOWPLOW OWNER DATA SHEET
Register your snowplow online at www.fisherplows.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
Snowplow Owner Data Sheet ...............................3
Preface ..................................................................7
Safety ....................................................................8
Vehicle Application Information...........................15
Ballast Requirements .......................................16
Getting To Know Your Snowplow ........................17
Minute Mount®2 System..................................17
Blades ..............................................................18
HT Series™ Blades.......................................18
SD/HD/XBLADE™ Series ............................19
MC/XtremeV™/XLS™ Series .......................20
A-Frame/T-Frame ............................................21
Straight Blade/HT Series A-Frames .............21
XLS A-Frames ..............................................21
XtremeV T-Frame/Push Assembly................21
Headgear .........................................................21
Weights ........................................................... 22
Mount Kits ........................................................23
INTENSIFIRE™ Snowplow Headlamps...........23
Insta-Act®Hydraulic Units ................................24
System Capacity...........................................26
Pump Motor Specifications ...........................26
Straight Blades ..........................................26
HT Series Blades.......................................26
XtremeV Blades.........................................26
XLS Blades................................................26
Cab Controls .......................................................27
Straight Blade Controls ....................................28
HT Series Controls.......................................... 29
XtremeV & XLS Controls................................. 30
Accessories and Options ....................................31
Attaching Snowplow To Vehicle ......................... 34
Operating Your Snowplow...................................37
Controls............................................................37
Straight Blade Hand-Held Control ................37
Straight Blade Joystick Control.................... 39
HT Series Hand-Held Control.......................41
HT Series Joystick Control .......................... 44
XtremeV/XLS Hand-Held Control ................ 48
XtremeV/XLS Joystick Control......................52
SECURITY GUARD™ System .....................57
XtremeV Blade Positions..................................61
XLS Blade Positions........................................ 64
Snowplow Headlamp Check ............................67
Antiwear Shoe Adjustment.............................. 68
Hydraulic System .............................................70

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Fluid Level.....................................................71
Blade Drop Speed Adjustment............................72
Scrape Lock Adjustment ..................................73
Transporting Snowplow .......................................76
Driving and Plowing on Snow and Ice ............ 77
Plowing Snow...................................................78
General Instructions......................................79
Hard Packed Snow ...................................... 80
Deep Snow .................................................. 80
Clearing Driveways .......................................81
Clearing Parking Lots ...................................81
Parking with Snowplow Attached.....................82
Towing Disabled or Stuck Vehicle....................82
Detaching Snowplow from Vehicle
and Storage ...................................................... 83
Maintenance....................................................... 86
Aiming Headlamp Beams................................ 86
Preseason Check............................................ 88
Postseason Maintenance................................ 89
Maintenance and Adjustment.......................... 90
XtremeV™ Cutting Edge Wear and
Leveling Adjustment Procedure..................... 92
Hydraulic System ............................................ 94
Fluid Level.................................................... 94
Annual Fluid Change ................................... 96
Air Removal –
HT Series™/Straight Blades ..................100
XtremeV Blades .....................................101
XLS™ Blades.........................................102
Hose or Fitting Replacement ......................103
Procedure for Installing Hydraulic
Fittings and Hoses ....................................104
Fuse Replacement .........................................105
Vehicle............................................................106
Recycle ..........................................................106
Emergency Parts/Tools..................................106
Troubleshooting..............................................107
Harness Diagrams ............................................108
Straight Blade Wiring
4-Port, 3-Plug System..................................108
3-Port, 3-Plug System..................................109
XtremeV & XLS Wiring
4-Port, 2-Plug System .................................. 110
HT Series, XtremeV & XLS Wiring
3-Port, 2-Plug System .................................. 111
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.
Before installing a snowplow, make sure
your vehicle is equipped with all the vehicle
manufacturer's and our required options for
plowing. This will help ensure profitable and
trouble-free operation of your snowplow. Keep this
manual accessible. It is a handy reference in case
minor service is required.
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.
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.
Differences between straight-blade, HT Series™,
XtremeV™ and XLS™ applications are called
out in the text, or under separate headings, as
required. Pages that apply only to one are called
out as STRAIGHT BLADE, ,
or on the outside corner of the page
heading.

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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
or
Warning/Caution Label
XLS™ Blades Only
(both sides)
Multiple Pinch
Points Label

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SAFETY
Code Definition
YY 2-Digit Year
MM 2-Digit Month
DD 2-Digit Day
LL 2-Digit Location Code
XXXX 4-Digit Sequential Number
ZZZZZ 5-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 blade when 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.
WARNING
Hydraulic fluid under pressure can cause
skin injection injury. If you are injured
by hydraulic fluid, get medical attention
immediately.
SAFETY
FUSES
The FISHER®electrical and hydraulic systems
contain several automotive blade-style fuses. If
a problem should occur and fuse replacement
is necessary, the replacement fuse must be
of the same type and amperage rating as the
original. Installing a fuse with a higher rating can
damage the system and could start a fire. Fuse
Replacement, including fuse ratings and locations,
is located in the Maintenance Section of this
Owner's Manual.

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SAFETY
PERSONAL SAFETY
• Remove ignition key and put the vehicle in
park or in gear to prevent others from starting
the vehicle during installation or service.
• Wear only snug-fitting 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 fire extinguisher rated BC
handy, for flammable liquids and electrical
fires.
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 flame.
CELL PHONES
A driver's first 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 or two-way radios.
WARNING
Gasoline is highly flammable and gasoline
vapor is explosive. Never smoke while
working on vehicle. Keep all open flames
away from gasoline tank and lines. Wipe
up any spilled gasoline immediately.

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VENTILATION
SAFETY
BATTERY SAFETY
NOISE
Airborne noise emission during use is below
70 dB(A) for the snowplow operator.
CAUTION
Batteries normally produce explosive
gases, which can cause personal injury.
Therefore, do not allow flames, 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.
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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Vehicle application recommendations are based
on the following:
• The vehicle with the snowplow installed must
comply with applicable Federal Motor Vehicle
Safety Standards (FMVSS).
• The vehicle with the snowplow installed must
comply with the vehicle manufacturer's stated
gross vehicle and axle weight ratings (found on
the driver-side door cornerpost of the vehicle)
and the front and rear weight distribution ratio.
In some cases, rear ballast may be required to
comply with these requirements. See Ballast
Requirements section.
VEHICLE APPLICATION INFORMATION
CAUTION
See your FISHER®outlet/Web site
for specific vehicle application
recommendations before installation. The
Kit Selection Guide has specific vehicle
and snowplow requirements.
• FISHER Kit Selection Guide/eMatch 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.
• Weights of front seat occupants can be adjusted
above 300 lb but vehicle with snowplow must
not exceed vehicle GVWR or GAWR.
• In some cases there may be additional
limitations and requirements.
• Installation, modification 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
configured 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
specified 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 filled as close to tailgate as possible.

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR SNOWPLOW
Minute Mount®2 SYSTEM
The Minute Mount 2 system from Fisher
Engineering 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.
Peculiar
Attachments
(pushplates)
Headgear
Insta-Act®Hydraulic Unit
Release
Handle
Lift Arm
A-Frame Jack
Headlamps

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR SNOWPLOW
using less power, saving fuel and reducing wear
and tear on the vehicle and snowplow.
The base angle is designed with a unique trip
edge. Each end of the trip edge is backed with a
hardened steel wear bar welded behind the base
angle. 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, vehicle or injuring the driver.
The springs need no adjustments and offer
protection in all blade configurations and angles.
HT Series™ Blade
The 7'-6" HT Series snowplow is a full-sized,
full-featured snowplow designed specifically
for today's 1/2-ton four-wheel-drive trucks. As
truck manufacturers reduce vehicle weight to
increase fuel efficiency, plowers struggle to find
a legitimate, rugged, hard-working snowplow that
BLADES
The FISHER®difference, 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, stainless steel
or polyethylene (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.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR SNOWPLOW
trucks, full-size sport-utility vehicles, 3/4-ton
and 1-ton 4x4 trucks, as well as today's new
"Super-Duty" vehicles. Carbon steel cutting
edge, SnoFoil assembly and deflectors (steel and
rubber) are sold separately.
XBLADE™ Series
Available in 7-1/2', 8', 8-1/2' and 9' widths, the
XBLADE series snowplow is the choice of
the extreme-duty plowing professional. The
moldboard is available in either 304-grade
stainless steel or high-density polyethylene.
Designed for 3/4- and 1-ton 4x4 trucks, as well
as today's new "Super-Duty" vehicles, these
extreme-duty rated snowplows are the ultimate
snowplow for all heavy commercial applications.
Carbon steel reversible cutting edge, rubber
deflectors and wear/curb shoe kits sold separately.
matches their 1/2-ton truck specifications. The
HT Series™ snowplow is the answer. Carbon steel
cutting edges (3/8" & 1/2"), 1" poly cutting edge,
rubber deflector, poly SnoFoil®assembly, curb
guards and cast iron shoes are sold separately.
SD Series
Available in 6'-9" and 7-1/2' 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.
HD Series
These popular 7-1/2', 8', 8-1/2' and 9' snowplows
are the choice of the plowing professional.
Built for the business of plowing, these rugged
snowplows will withstand the rigors of any and
all commercial applications. The HD series is
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STORM GUARD™ powder-coated steel. Cutting
edge is standard. Available accessories include
a rubber deflector, blade wing extensions and a
back drag edge.
XLS™ Series
From an 8' retracted to a 10' expanded
straight-blade, to a scoop width of nearly 9', the
XLS snowplow delivers a new level of versatility
and performance. 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
spilloff and effectively use the entire blade width.
MC Series
Designed for trucks in the 17,000–27,500 GVW
range, these FISHER®9' and 10' snowplows are
now available with the Minute Mount®2 system.
Built for municipalities and contractors who
need to clear parking lots, narrow streets and
intersections, both blades include a trip-edge
design, 8" center-punched reversible cutting
edge, 2" x 10" lift ram and 2" x 16" angle rams.
SnoFoil®assembly and rubber deflector are sold
separately.
XtremeV™ Series
The XtremeV snowplow features the popular
XBLADE™ frame construction and a tapered wing
design to provide a multiposition snowplow with
superior torsional strength in 7-1/2', 8-1/2' and
9-1/2' widths. The formed cutting edge eliminates
snow passing through and being left behind.
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XtremeV™ T-Frame/Push Assembly
The T-frame is designed with a connecting
assembly that provides optimum strength to
weight ratio and adjustment for variations in
vehicle height. The feature ensures that blade
edges can be parallel to the road surface when
plowing. The diagonal brace holds the top of the
hinge pin and 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.
A-FRAME/T-FRAME
Straight Blade & HT Series™ A-Frame
The A-frame is attached to the blade assembly
with a centered pivot pin (HT Series A-frames
use a center screw). The pivot pin allows the
blade assembly to angle left or right 28 degrees,
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 pin. The pivot pin allows the
blade assembly to angle left or right 25 degrees,
providing excellent snow displacement. The heavy
1" pivot pin is shear-proof under normal operation,
assuring a solid connection.