SnowWolf AlphaPusher Manual

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Operation & Maintenance Manual
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AlphaPusher™
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Two-Year Limited Warranty
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PLOWS at the time of delivery to the original purchaser, to be free from defects in material and
workmanship when properly set up and operated in accordance with the recommendations set forth by
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to original purchaser including cutting edge breakage or wear. This warranty shall not apply to any
machine or attachment which shall have been repaired or altered outside the SNOWWOLF factory or
authorized SNOWWOLF dealership or in any way so as in SNOWWOLF'S judgment, to affect its stability
or reliability, nor which has been subject to misuse, negligence or accident beyond the Company
recommended machine rated capacity.
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may then be returned. Tampering with the failed part may void the warranty. This warranty does not
include freight or delivery charges incurred when returning machinery for servicing. Dealer mileage,
service calls, and pickup/delivery charges are the customers' responsibility.
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Introduction..........................................................................................................................................3
Owner Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Serial Number Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Safety......................................................................................................................................................7
Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Safe Operation Needs A Qualified Operator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Importance of Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Operation.............................................................................................................................................13
General Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Pre-Operation Inspection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Attachment Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Daily Inspection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Monthly Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Attachment Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Entering The Operator’s Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Leaving The Operator’s Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Connecting Attachment To The Machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Checking AlphaPusher Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Operating The Attachment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Attachment Removal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Maintenance.......................................................................................................................................21
Maintenance Safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
General Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
AlphaPusher Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Cutting Edge Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Cutting Edge Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Wear Shoe Removal And Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Storage And Return To Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Parts......................................................................................................................................................29
Parts Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
Alpha Snow Pusher (ASP-12.0, ASP-14.0 & ASP-16.0) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
Decal Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

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Specifications....................................................................................................................................33
Attachment Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Alpha Snow Pusher (ASP-12.0, ASP-14.0 & ASP-16.0) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Torque Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

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Introduction
Owner Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Serial Number Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

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Introduction
Owner Information
Thank you for your decision to purchase a
SnowWolf AlphaPusher. To ensure maximum
performance of your equipment, it is mandatory
that you thoroughly study the Operator’s Manual
and follow the recommendations. Proper
operation and maintenance are essential to
maximize equipment life and prevent personal
injury.
Operate and maintain this equipment in a safe
manner and in accordance with all applicable
local, state, and federal codes, regulations and /
or laws. Follow all on-product labeling and
instructions.
Make sure that all personnel have read this
Operator’s Manual and thoroughly understand
safe and correct operating, installation and
maintenance procedures.
SnowWolf is continually working to improve its
products. SnowWolf reserves the right to make
any improvements or changes as deemed
practical and possible without incurring any
responsibility or obligation to make any changes
or additions to equipment sold previously.
Although great care has been taken to ensure the
accuracy of this publication, SnowWolf makes no
warranty or guarantee of any kind, written or
expressed, implied or otherwise with regard to the
information contained within this manual.
SnowWolf assumes no responsibility for any
errors that may appear in this manual and shall
not be liable under any circumstances for
incidental, consequential or punitive damages in
connection with, or arising from the use of this
manual.
Keep this manual available for frequent reference.
All new operators or owners must review the
manual before using the equipment and annually
thereafter. Contact your SnowWolf Attachments
Dealer for assistance, information, or additional
copies of the manual. Contact
www.snowwolfplows.com or call 1-800-905-2265
for a complete list of dealers in your area.
Serial Number Location
Please record attachment information in the space
provided for future reference.
Always use the serial number of the AlphaPusher
when requesting service information or when
ordering parts. Early or later models (identification
made by serial number) may use different parts,
or may require a different procedure in doing a
specific service operation.
NOTE: This document and the information
provided are the property of SnowWolf
and may only be used as authorized
by SnowWolf.
The serial number plate is located on the rear of
the AlphaPusher moldboard.
Model Number:
Serial Number:
Dealer Name:
Dealer Number:
Date of Purchase:

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Safety
Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Safe Operation Needs A Qualified Operator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Importance of Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

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Safety Information
Safety Alert Symbol
This SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL identifies
important safety messages on the
equipment and in the owner’s manual. When
you see this symbol, be alert to the
possibility of personal injury and carefully
read the message that follows.
The signal word DANGER on the machine
and in the manuals indicates a hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, will result in
death or serious injury.
The signal word WARNING on the machine
and in the manuals indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
The signal word CAUTION on the machine
and in the manuals indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
may result in minor or moderate injury. It
may also be used to alert against unsafe
practices.
The signal word IMPORTANT identifies
procedures which must be followed to avoid
damage to the machine.
Safe Operation Needs A Qualified
Operator
AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
Operators must receive instructions before
operating the machine. Untrained operators
can cause serious injury or death.
For an operator to be qualified, he or she
must not use drugs or alcoholic drinks
which impair alertness or coordination while
working. An operator who is taking
prescription drugs must get medical advice
to determine if he or she can safely operate
a machine and the equipment.
Owner’s Responsibility
Operate and maintain this machine in a safe
manner and in accordance with all applicable
local, state, and federal codes, regulations and/or
laws; and in compliance with on-product labeling
and this owner’s manual instructions.
Make sure that all personnel have read this
owner’s manual, and thoroughly understand safe
and correct installation, operation and
maintenance procedures
Give operating instructions to the operators before
allowing them to operate the machine, and at
least annually thereafter.

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Importance of Safety
Operating Safety
• Read and follow instructions in this manual and
the machine’s Operators Manual before
operating.
• The AlphaPusher attachment is intended for
use in snow removal. Use of this equipment in
any other manner is considered to be contrary
to the intended use of the attachment.
• Under no circumstances should children be
allowed to work with this equipment.
• This equipment is dangerous to persons
unfamiliar with its operation.
• Check for overhead and / or underground lines
before operating equipment (if applicable).
• In addition to the design and configuration of
equipment, hazard control and accident
prevention are dependent upon the
awareness, concern, prudence and proper
training of personnel involved in the operation,
transport, maintenance and storage of
equipment.
• Check that the attachment is securely fastened
to the machine.
• Make sure all the machine controls are in the
NEUTRAL before starting the machine.
• Operate the equipment only from the
operator’s position.
• Operate the equipment according to the
Operator’s Manual.
• When learning to operate the equipment, do it
at a slow rate in an area clear of bystanders.
• DO NOT permit personnel to be in the work
area when operating the equipment.
• The equipment must be used ONLY on
approved machines.
• DO NOT modify the equipment in any way.
Unauthorized modification may impair the
function and / or safety and could affect the life
of the equipment.
• DO NOT make any adjustments or repairs on
the equipment while the machine is running.
• Keep shields and guards in place. Replace if
damaged.
• DO NOT operate equipment in poor visibility
conditions such as fog, darkness, or any
conditions that limit clear visibility less than 300
feet (100 m) in front of and to the sides of the
equipment.
• DO NOT operate in a work area that has not
been inspected for foreign debris and
obstacles.
• Remove any foreign objects and clearly mark
any objects that cannot be removed.
• Wear safety glasses, gloves, hard hat, hearing
protection and other protective clothing when
operating or maintaining this equipment.

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Importance of Safety Cont’d
Fire Prevention Safety
• All fuels, most lubricants and some coolant
mixtures are flammable. Flammable fluids that
are leaking or spilled onto hot surfaces or onto
electrical components can cause a fire.
Transporting Safety
• Comply with state and local laws governing
highway safety and movement of machinery
on public roads.
• Check local laws for all highway lighting and
marking requirements.
• Always yield to oncoming traffic and move to
the side of the road so any following traffic may
pass.
• Never allow riders on either machine or
equipment.
• If transporting the attachment on a truck or
trailer, make sure it is properly secured to the
transport vehicle.
Hydraulic Safety
• Always disconnect hydraulic connections
between the machine and the AlphaPusher
before performing maintenance to the
AlphaPusher.
• Always clean fluid spills. Do not use gasoline or
diesel fuel for cleaning parts. Use commercial
nonflammable solvents.
• Check hydraulic tubes, hoses and fittings for
damage and leakage. Never use open flame or
bare skin to check for leaks. Hydraulic tubes
and hoses must be properly routed and have
adequate support and secure clamps. Tighten
or replace any parts that show leakage.
Leaking fluids under pressure can enter the
skin and cause serious injury or death.
Immediate medical attention is required.
Wear goggles. Use cardboard to check for
leaks.

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Operation
General Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Pre-Operation Inspection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Attachment Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Daily Inspection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Monthly Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Attachment Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Entering The Operator’s Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Leaving The Operator’s Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Connecting Attachment To The Machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Checking AlphaPusher Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Operating The Attachment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Attachment Removal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

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Operation
General Information
Pre-Operation Inspection
Before operating the AlphaPusher for the first time
and each time thereafter, use the following list as
a guideline during equipment inspection.
1. Use only a machine of adequate power and
weight to operate the AlphaPusher.
2. Check the AlphaPusher and machine’s quick
tach mounts for damaged, loose or missing
parts. Repair as needed before operation.
3. Check that the AlphaPusher is properly
attached to the machine. Be sure retainers are
used on the mounting pins.
4. Check that wear shoes (if equipped) are set at
the same working depth.
5. Make sure that all guards and shields are in
place, secured and functioning as designed.
6. Check oil level in machine’s hydraulic
reservoir.
7. Check cutting blade for wear or damage.
Leaking fluids under pressure can enter the
skin and cause serious injury or death.
Immediate medical attention is required.
Wear goggles. Use cardboard to check for
leaks.

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Operation
Attachment Inspection
Daily Inspection
NOTE: Inspect the attachment by performing a
walk around daily before and after use.
Use the following inspection checklist
as a guideline.
Check the following items every 10 hours of
operation:
• Verify that the AlphaPusher is properly
connected to the machine.
• Check that all shields and guards are in place.
• Check moldboard cutting edge for wear or
damage. Replace if necessary.
• Check moldboard cutting edge for wear or
damage. Replace if necessary.
• Check that all cotter pins that retain pivot/
anchor pins are in place and not damaged or
missing.
• Check the AlphaPusher to ensure that all
components are secure and that all bolts and
nuts are thoroughly tightened.
• Check the AlphaPusher mounting hardware for
wear or damage. Inspect the pins and mount
(on the attachment) for wear or damage.
Repair or replace damaged parts if necessary.
Monthly Inspection
• Inspect the AlphaPusher for cracks, bends, or
excessive wear.
• Check wear shoes (if equipped) for wear.
• Check that all bolts are tight.
• Check moldboard cutting edge and mounting
plate for cracks or damage. Replace if
necessary.
• Check for damaged or missing decals.
Replace if necessary.
AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
Before servicing the attachment:
• Always park on a flat level surface.
• Lower lift arms and place attachment flat
on the ground.
• Place all controls in NEUTRAL.
• Engage the park brake.
• Wait for all moving parts to stop.
• Stop the engine and remove the key.
SEE MACHINE’S OPERATOR’S MANUAL
FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION.

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Attachment Installation
See the machine’s Operator’s Manual for
detailed information on operating the loader.
Entering The Operator’s Position
Use the attachment safety treads, handles and
steps (on the machine) to enter the operator’s
position.
When in the operator’s position, lower safety seat
bar, start the engine and release the parking
brake.
Leaving The Operator’s Position
AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
Before leaving the operator’s position:
• Always park on a flat level surface.
• Lower lift arms and place attachment flat
on the ground.
• Place all controls in NEUTRAL.
• Engage the park brake.
• Stop the engine and remove the key.
• Wait for all moving parts to stop.
SEE MACHINE’S OPERATOR’S MANUAL
FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION.
Connecting Attachment To The
Machine
CRUSH HAZARD
• Before moving the machine, look in all
directions and make sure no bystanders,
especially small children are in the work
area. Do not allow anyone between the
machine and attachment when
approaching the attachment for
connecting.
• Keep fingers and hands out of pinch
points when connecting and
disconnecting attachment.
Before connecting to the attachment, inspect the
machine’s mounting plate. (See the machine's
Operator’s Manual for inspecting the mounting
frame).
Enter the operator’s position. See “Entering The
Operator’s Position” on page 17.
Lower the machine’s lift arm and tilt the machine’s
mounting plate forward.
Drive the machine slowly forward until the top
edge of the machine’s mounting frame is
completely under the mounting flange of the
AlphaPusher mounting frame.
Slowly raise and tilt the machine’s mounting plate
back until the AlphaPusher is slightly off the
ground and attachment mounting frame fully
contacts the front of the machine’s mounting plate.

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Connecting Attachment To The
Machine (Cont’d)
AVOID INJURY OR DEATH
Always shut off the machine’s engine and
apply the parking brake before exiting the
machine.
Stop the engine and engage the parking brake.
Leave the operator’s position. See “Leaving The
Operator’s Position” on page 17.
Engage machine’s locking levers / wedges to
securely fasten the attachment to the machine’s
mounting frame. (See the machine’s Operation
Manual for the correct procedure.)
Visually inspect that the wedge pins are securely
fastened into the attachment mounting frame.
AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
The locking pins / wedges must extend
through the holes in the attachment
mounting frame. Failure to secure locking
pins / wedges can allow attachment to come
off.
SEE MACHINE’S OPERATOR’S MANUAL
FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION.
Engage machine’s locking levers / wedges (See
the machine's Operator’s Manual for detailed
information).
Checking AlphaPusher Operation
NOTE: After installing the AlphaPusher, test
all functions before operating the
AlphaPusher in the work area.
AVOID INJURY OR DEATH
•Never start the machine from outside the
cab.
•Never operate the machine if any safety
device is damaged, disconnected or
missing.
•Never exit the machine with the engine
running.
It is the operator’s responsibility to know
which machine control operates each
function of the attachment prior to operating
the attachment in the work area.
Engage the machine’s auxiliary hydraulics. (See
the machine’s Operation Manual for correct
procedure).
Raise the engine RPM.
Check the controls of the AlphaPusher for proper
operation.
Exit the machine. (See “Leaving The Operator’s
Position” on page 17.)
Move the machine and AlphaPusher to the work
area.