KFI ACT203 User manual

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of publication, but are subject to change without notice.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Storage and Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Important Safety Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Controls and Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Service Parts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Kit Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Registration Card. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Contact Info / Safety Definitions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
STORAGE AND SERVICE
NOTICE
This hydraulic actuator uses an electric motor. Electric motors should
be completely dried before being stored in a low humidity, temperature
controlled environment whenever possible. Operating the actuator
occasionally during the off-season can help the motor maintain function.
The hydraulic system is sealed and should only be serviced by KFI Products.
Opening the hydraulic side of this unit will introduce air into the system.
Special tools are required to bleed the actuator properly.
NOTICE
Keep your orginal pin for angling the blade. If this actuator needs service,
your plow system can be angled manually with the original pin, a service pin,
or a 9/16” bolt.
NOTICE

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IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
Cancer and Reproductive Harm -
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
WARNING
Do not exceed the rated capcacity.
DANGER
Do not use this actuator for lifting or moving people
or animals.
DANGER
Keep yourself and others a safe distance to the side
of the actuator when in use.
DANGER
Never step over or near an actuator under load.
WARNING
The actuator may break before the motor stalls.
The KFI Actuator, plow system, including the blade
and push tube, is designed to be used with UTV
applications. Due to the size and weight of the
machine, failing to follow the below safety rules
will greatly increase the chances of damaging your
actuator, plow system, machine and/or winch (if
applicable). KFI will not be liable for any bending
of materials as it is not caused by imperfections or
defects in the material but by failing to follow these
safety rules:
• Do not exceed 5 MPH, even with the blade
raised.
• Before every use make sure that all nuts
and bolts are tightened per installation
instructions.
• Never operate this KFI product with
missing or damaged parts.
• Drive slowly over bumpy and rough
terrain, driving fast could cause damage to
actuator and/or (if applicable) plow.
• Never raise the plow above point of contact
as it could cause damage to machine,
actuator or winch (if applicable).
• Always perform regular inspections
and maintenance on plow system and
hardware before use.
• Operate with extreme caution on slopes,
steep grades, and rough terrain.
• Be aware of any possible hidden objects
under the snow.
• Do not ram the blade into the snow pile.
CAUTION
CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.

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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of a KFI
Products Actuator (Kappers Fabricating, Inc.). KFI
designs, builds, and supports all of our products
to strict specifications and guidelines. With proper
product knowledge, safe use, regular maintenance,
and proper storage, this product should bring
years of satisfying service. Every effort has been
made to ensure the accuracy and completeness
of the information in this manual at the time of
publication, and we reserve the right to change,
alter and/or improve the product and this document
at any time without prior notice.
Since KFI highly values how our products are
designed, manufactured, operated, serviced, and
also highly value your safety and the safety of
others, we would like you to take the time to review
this product manual and other product materials
thoroughly and be fully aware and knowledgeable
of the assembly, operation, dangers and
maintenance of the product before use.
KFI TECHNICAL SUPPORT TEAM
1-877-346-2050 Option #2
MODEL NUMBER
ACT203
SERIAL NUMBER
DATE OF PURCHASE
PURCHASE LOCATION
SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION
Fully familiarize yourself, and make sure others
who plan on operating the product fully familiarize
themselves too, with the proper safety and
operation procedures before each use. Please
always exercise common sense and always err
on the side of caution when operating the product
to ensure no accident, property damage, or injury
occurs. We want you to continue to use and be
satisfied with your KFI product for years to come.
When contacting KFI about parts and/or service,
you will need to supply the complete model and
serial numbers of your product. Transcribe the
information found on your product’s nameplate
label to the table below.

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Item # Part # Description Qty
1 ACT-0010 ACT-0010 ACTUATOR 1
2 ACT-0003 ROD END REPLACEMENT - M14x2 1
3 ACT-0004 MOTOR REPLACEMENT- TG12V HYDRAULIC ACTUATOR 1
4 PM-M280-2 ACTUATOR REPLACEMENT PLUG - METRI-PACK 280 MALE 1
ACTUATOR SERVICE PARTS LIST
4
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Item # Qty. Description
1 1 ACT-0010 ACTUATOR
2 2 M14-2.00 X 80 HEX BOLT GR8.8 ZINC
3 12 M14 FLAT WASHER ZINC
4 2 M14 x 2.00 HEX NUT NYLOCK ZINC
KIT COMPONENTS:
1
4
3
2

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Warranty
KAPPERS FABRICATING, INC.
1 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
Warranty Qualifications
Kappers Fabricating Inc. (KFI) will register this warranty
upon receipt of your Warranty Registration Card and
a copy of your sales receipt from one of KFI’s resale
locations as proof of purchase. Please submit your
warranty registration and your proof of purchase
within Fifteen (15) days of the date of purchase.
Repair/Replacement Warranty
KFI warrants to the original purchaser that mechanical
and electrical components will be free of defects in
material and workmanship for a period of (1) year (90
days for commercial use); from the original date of
purchase. Transportation charges on product submitted
for repair or replacement under this warranty are the
sole responsibility of the purchaser. This warranty only
applies to the original purchaser and is not transferable.
Do Not Return The Unit To The Place
Of Purchase
Contact KFI’s Technical Service and KFI will troubleshoot
any issue via phone or e-mail. If the problem is not
corrected by this method, KFI will, at its option, authorize
evaluation, repair or replacement of the defective part
or component at a KFI Service Center. KFI will provide
you with a case number for warranty service. Please
keep it for future reference. Repairs or replacements
without prior authorization, or at an unauthorized
repair facility, will not be covered by this warranty.
Warranty Exclusions
This warranty does not cover the
following repairs and equipment:
Normal Wear
Hyrdaulic Actuators may need periodic parts and
service to perform well. This warranty does not
cover repair when normal use has exhausted the
life of a part or the equipment as a whole.
Installation, Use and Maintenance
This warranty will not apply to parts and/or labor if this
Actuator is deemed to have been misused, neglected,
involved in an accident, abused, loaded beyond the
actuators limits, modified, installed improperly or
wired incorrectly to any electrical component. Normal
maintenance is not covered by this warranty.
Other Exclusions
– The Rod End or Heim Joint Damage.
– Cosmetic defects such as paint, decals, etc.
– Accessory parts such as storage covers.
– Misuse, abuse, neglect, acts of God, terrorism
and causes beyond the control of KFI.
– Problems caused by parts that are not
original Kappers Fabricating Inc. parts.
– Physical Damage Due to Hard Impacts
– Water Submersion or Damage Caused by Water.
Warranty Procedure
1. Contact KFI Technical support to acquire
a Return Authorization (RA) number.
2. KFI may request additional materials (such
as original sales receipt, date of purchase,
technical details, or photos of Product
condition) prior to issuing an RA number.
3. At the discretion of KFI, Buyer shall mail, ship,
or otherwise deliver to KFI the Warrantied
Product, at the address noted below.
Limits of Implied Warranty and
Consequential Damage
Kappers Fabricating Inc. disclaims any obligation to
cover any loss of time, use of this product, freight, or
any incidental or consequential claim by anyone from
using this Actuator. THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF
ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,
INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY
OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE
A unit provided as an exchange will be subject to the
warranty of the original unit. The length of the warranty
governing the exchanged unit will remain calculated
by reference to the purchase date of the original unit.
This warranty gives you certain legal rights
which may change from state to state. Your state
may also have other rights you may be entitled
to that are not listed within this warranty.

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Please register your product with Kappers Fabricating, Inc. (KFI) within fifteen (15) days of purchase to assist us in handling any warranty issues that may arise by filling out this Registration card and submitting it with a copy of your sales receipt from one of KFI’s official resellers. Failure to complete and return this Registration card does not diminish your warranty rights. Please refer to the above section for complete terms of this warranty. WARRANTY IS NON-TRANSFERABLE Please Print Clearly Model # ACT203 SERIAL #_________________________ Name____________________________________________________________________________________________ Street Address_____________________________________________________________________________________ City__________________________ State___________________________ Zip Code____________________________ Phone___________________ Fax____________________ Email____________________________________________ Date of Purchase_____________________ Authorized KFI Dealer Name______________________________________
Fill out and send this section to: KFI Products Warranty Registration Department 721 Sata Drive, PO Box 32 Spring Valley, MN 55975, U.S.A.
Product Registration

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CONTACT INFORMATION
Address
KFI Products
Winch Customer Service
P.O. BOX 32
721 SATA DRIVE
SPRING VALLEY, MN 55975
Corporate
KAPPERS FABRICATING, INC.
P.O. BOX 32
1015 INDUSTRIAL DR.
SPRING VALLEY, MN 55975
Customer Service
Mon - Thr 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (CST/CDT)
Fri - 7:00 AM - 1:00 PM (CST/CDT)
Toll Free: 1-877-346-2050 Opt 1
Fax No: 1-507-346-2010
E-mail: [email protected]
Technical Service
Mon - Thr 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (CST/CDT)
Thr - 7:00 AM - 1:00 PM (CST/CDT)
Toll Free: 1-877-346-2050 Opt 2
E-mail: [email protected]
Website
https://www.kfiproducts.com
SAFETY DEFINITIONS
The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your
attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols, and
their explanations, deserve your careful attentions and
understanding. The safety warnings do not by themselves
eliminate any danger. The instructions or warnings they
give are not substitutes for proper accident prevention
measures.
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
NOTICE
DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE indicates information considered important,
but not hazard-related (e.g., messages relating to
property damage or physical injury).

1-877-346-2050
KFI PRODUCTS
P.O. BOX 32
721 SATA DRIVE
SPRING VALLEY, MN 55975
WWW.KFIPRODUCTS.COM
CORPORATE OFFICE:
KAPPERS FABRICATING, INC.
P.O. BOX 32
1015 INDUSTRIAL DR.
SPRING VALLEY, MN 55975
USA
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