LMC Switch Plow 6300 Series Instructions for use

6300 SERIES
OWNER OPERATOR/PARTS MANUAL
MAY 2011
Lewis M. Carter Manufacturing Co., Inc.
Highway 84 West P.O. Box 428
Donalsonville, GA 39845
229-524-2197 1-800-332-8232
FAX [phone]
Lewis M. Carter Manufacturing Co.
P.O. Box 21049
Carson City, NV 89721
888-459-9615 775-246-4555
866-585-6461 775-246-4512

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
I. Introduction Page #
Pre-Delivery Checklist 1
Delivery Checklist 2
Replacement Parts Information 2
Model 6305 Standard Components 3
Model 6306 Standard Components 3
Model 6307 Standard Components 3
Model 6308 Standard Components 4
6300 Series Optional Components 4
II. Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions 5
Safety Symbols 6
Safety Instructions & Rules 7
Safety Sign Locations 8
III. Operations
Pre-Operations Checklist 9
Shear Bolt Standards 9
Sway Block Positions 9
Start-Up Procedures 10
Troubleshooting 11-12
IV. Assembly 6300 Series Switch Plow
Main Frame and Tool Bar 13-14
6300 Shank Spacing 15
Tool Bar Stops 16
Plow Shanks to Tool Bar 17
Mold Boards to Shanks 18
Bolt Torque Charts 19
Gauge Wheel and Gauge Wheel Arm Assembly 20
Front Gauge Wheel Assembly 21
Changing 6305 to 6306 22
Changing 6305 to 6307 23-24
Changing 6305 to 6308 25-26
Changing 6306 to 6307 27
Changing 6306 to 6308 28-29
Changing 6307 to 6308 30-31

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(CONT’D.)
V. Parts Listing
Main Frame and Tool Bar 32-33
Front Shank 34
Intermediate Shank 35
Mold Boards with Small Slides 36
Mold Boards with Long Slides 36
Rear Gauge Wheel 37
Gauge Wheel Arm Assembly 38
SMV Warning Sign 39
Front Gauge Wheel 40-41
1Bottom Extension Kit 42
2Bottom Extension Kit 43
Maintenance Record 44
VII. Warranty Back Page

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INTRODUCTION
Before operating the Switch Plow, study this manual carefully to become familiar with
the Operation and Safety Procedures. Failure to do so could result in personal injury or damage
to the equipment.
All measurements in this manual are in U.S. Standard Units.
The right and left side is determined by facing the direction of travel when in use.
The Warranty Certificate is included in this manual and supplied to owner at time of
purchase .
PRE-DELIVERY CHECKLIST
Plow should be assembled and in proper operating condition before delivery to customer.
 Plow has been assembled according to manufacturer’s instruction.
 Landslides, mold boards and all other hardware have been installed properly and
tightened to specifications.
 All moving parts have been lubricated properly and all grease fittings will take
grease.
 All functions of plow are working as designed by manufacturer.
 All safety decals are located in proper places.
 Clean and touchup any scratches in paint.
 Be sure dealer rep has fully explained proper setup operation of plow.
 Signature and date of technician performing work.
Set-up Technician Date of Service

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DELIVERY CHECKLIST
ADVISE CUSTOMER OF THE FOLLOWING AT THE TIME OF DELIVERY :
 Regular lubrication and maintenance extend life of equipment.
 Always follow safe and proper operating procedures.
 Point out warning decals and safety hazards.
 Keep all bolts tightened to specifications.
 Use safety and warning lights when transporting plow on public roads.
 Fill out delivery and warranty forms, and have customer sign.
 Show and explain to customer how to hitch plow to tractor, make field adjustment and operate correctly
accordingly to operator’s manual.
Set-Up Technician Date
When ordering replacement parts, from your dealer, refer to Model No. and Serial No. of your Switch
Plow.
Serial No.:
Model No.:

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MODEL 6300 SWITCH PLOW REQUIRED COMPONENTS
MODEL 6305 STANDARD SWITCH PLOW – 5 BOTTOM ON – LAND
COMPONENT BUNDLE BUNDLE NO. NO. REQ’D
Main Frame 84-001-63 1
Tool Bar – 6 Bottom 85-005-63 1
Mold Board with Small Slides 83-003-36 4
Mold Board with Long Slides 83-206-36 1
Front Shank 83-212-36 1
Intermediate Shank 83-213-36 3
Gauge Wheel Arm 84-004-63 1
SMV Warning Sign 83-031-36 1
Rear Gauge Wheel Yoke Assy 84-002-63 1
Front Gauge Wheel 84-003-63 2
MODEL 6306 STANDARD SWITCH PLOW – 6 BOTTOM ON – LAND
COMPONENT BUNDLE BUNDLE NO. NO. REQ’D
Main Frame 84-001-63 1
Tool Bar – 6 Bottom 85-005-63 1
Mold Board with Small Slides 83-003-36 5
Mold Board with Long Slides 83-206-36 1
Front Shank 83-212-36 1
Intermediate Shank 83-213-36 3
Gauge Wheel Arm 84-004-63 1
SMV Warning Sign 83-031-36 1
Rear Gauge Wheel Yoke Assy 84-002-63 1
Front Gauge Wheel 84-003-63 2
MODEL 6307 STANDARD SWITCH PLOW – 7 BOTTOM ON – LAND
COMPONENT BUNDLE BUNDLE NO. NO REQ’D
Main Frame 84-001-63 1
Tool Bar – 6 Bottom 85-005-63 1
1 – Bottom Extension Tool Bar 85-015-63 1
Mold Board with Small Slides 83-003-36 5
Mold Board with Long Slides 83-206-36 1
Front Shank 83-212-36 1
Intermediate Shank 83-213-36 3
Gauge Wheel Arm 84-004-63 1
SMV Warning Sign 83-031-36 1
Rear Gauge Wheel Yoke Assy 84-002-63 1
Front Gauge Wheel 84-003-63 2

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MODEL 3600 SWITCH PLOW REQUIRED COMPONENTS
MODEL 3608 STANDARD SWITCH PLOW – 8 BOTTOM ON – LAND
COMPONENT BUNDLE BUNDLE NO. NO. REQ’D
Main Frame 84-001-63 1
Tool Bar – 6 Bottom 85-005-63 1
2 – Bottom Extension Tool Bar 85-014-63 1
Mold Board with Small Slides 83-003-36 5
Mold Board with Long Slides 83-206-36 1
Front Shank 83-212-36 1
Intermediate Shank 83-213-36 3
Gauge Wheel Arm 84-004-63 1
SMV Warning Sign 83-031-36 1
Rear Gauge Wheel Yoke Assy 84-002-63 1
Front Gauge Wheel 84-003-63 2
MODEL 3600 SWITCH PLOW OPTIONAL COMPONENTS
COMPONENT BUNDLE BUNDLE NO. NO. REQ’D
Wear Shin Multi-Life 79-208-36 A/R
Front Shank 83-204-36 1
Intermediate Shank 83-205-36 A/R
1Bottom Extension Kit 72-003-36 1
2Bottom Extension Kit 72-004-36 1
Front Spring Trip Shank 83-218-36 1
Intermediate Spring Trip Shank 83-219-36 A/R
Reverse Intermediate Spring Trip Shank 83-220-36 A/R
Spring Trip Shank Mold Board with Small Slides 83-216-36 A/R
Spring Trip Shank Mold Board with Long Slides 83-217-36 1

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
1. Always operate plow in a careful, controlled manner.
2. Always lower plow to ground when not in use.
3. Stand clear of Switch Plow when being raised or lowered.
4. Never operate plow from side to side while someone is standing inside main frame.
5. All personnel should stand clear of Switch Plow during preparation for movement of equipment
from one location to another.
6. Always stand clear of plow when being operated from side to side.
7. Always place tool bar in center of main frame before unhitching from tractor.
8. Do not park vehicles or place objects within 10 feet of the rear of the Switch Plow.
9. Always park plow on flat, level ground before unhooking from tractor.
10.. When transporting plow, always make sure tool bar is in center position and hydraulic cylinder
hoses are connected to tractor outlets so plow cannot swing from side to side during transit.
11. Turn on flashing lights when transporting unit on highway, unless prohibited by law.
12. Never check for hydraulic leaks with hands or clothes.
13. Do not operate hydraulic systems when hydraulic leaks are present.
14. Do not operate unit close to high voltage electric lines.

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SAFETY SYMBOLS
RECOGNIZE SAFETY INFORMATION
This is the safety symbol. When you see this, it means:
ATTENTION!
BECOME ALERT!
YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
Follow recommended precautions and procedures.
UNDERSTAND SIGNAL WORDS
A signal word –DANGER, WARNING, or
CAUTION – is used with the safety alert symbol.
DANGER indicates imminently hazardous situations that,
if not avoided, will result in serious injury, or death.
WARNING indicates potentially hazardous situations that,
if not avoided, could result in serious injury, or death.
WARNING may also be used to alert against unsafe practices. WARNING
CAUTION indicates potentially hazardous situations that,
If not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
CAUTION may also be used to alert against unsafe practices. CAUTION
DANGER
FOLLOW SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Carefully read all safety messages in this manual and on your machine safety signs. Keep safety signs
in good condition. Remove missing or damaged safety signs. Contact LMC Bainbridge for
replacement parts.
Learn how to operate the machine and how to use controls properly. Do not let anyone operate without
instruction.
Keep your machine in proper working condition. Unauthorized modifications to the machine or
disrepair may impair safety, or the machine function.