Warn 78950 - User Manual

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
ATV Plow Blade
Part Number: 78950 (50”), 78954 (54”), or 78960 (60”)
Application: All Terrain Vehicles
Before You Begin
This kit also requires a plow tube base kit, a WARN specic vehicle plow mount, and lift mechanism such as
a winch, electric actuator, or universal manual lift. See your local dealer for part numbers and available kits.
Please note that the larger blades are very heavy and for some people may be too tiresome to lift with a manual
lift. Older plow tube base kits come with a set of skids and plow springs that will not be used in the installation
of this kit. Instead, use the skids and springs provided with the blade kit. Additionally, older plow base kits may
come with English units fasteners rather than the metric fasteners as described in these instructions. The kits
are compatible. Simply use the following guidelines; 8mm = 5/16”, 10mm = 3/8”, and 16mm = 5/8”. A list of re-
placement parts, such as skids and wear bars, can be found on the last page of this document.
Table of Contents
I. Tools Required ................................................2
II. Torque Specications......................................2
III. Parts List .........................................................2
IV. Installation ....................................................3-5
V. Maintenance/Care ..........................................6
Your safety, and the safety of others, is very important. To help you make informed decisions about
safety, we have provided installation and operating instructions and other information on labels and in
this guide. This information alerts you to potential hazards that could hurt you or others. It is not possible
to warn you about all potential hazards associated with this product, you must use your own good judg-
ment.
CARELESS INSTALLATION AND OPERATION CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR EQUIPMENT
DAMAGE. READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND OPERATING INSTRUC-
TIONS BEFORE INSTALLING AND OPERATING THIS PRODUCT.
This guide identies potential hazards and has important safety messages that help you and others avoid
personal injury or death. WARNING and CAUTION are signal words that identify the level of hazard. These
signal words mean:
WARNING signals a hazard that could cause serious injury or death, if you do not follow recom-
mendations. CAUTION signals a hazard that may cause minor to moderate injury, if you do not
follow recommendations.
This guide uses NOTICE to call attention to important mechanical information, and Note: to emphasize
general information worthy of special attention.

Summary

Tools Required for ATV Plow Blade Installation

Torque Specifications for ATV Plow Blade

ATV Plow Blade Parts List

ATV Plow Blade Installation Steps

Assemble Plow Lever Arm

Assemble the plow lever arm and attach the latch mechanism with hardware.

Attach Stop Blocks

Secure stop blocks to the plow base, ensuring symmetrical placement for blade angle.

Attach Wear Bar to Plow Blade

Bolt the wear bar to the plow blade using carriage bolts and lock nuts.

Attach Plow Blade to Base

Connect the plow blade to the plow base using a large bolt, washer, and nut.

Attach Spring to Blade Rib

Connect the spring to the horizontal rib on the blade and the spring bracket.

Secure Spring Bracket

Fasten the spring bracket to the plow base and set spring preload.

Install Rope Guide

Insert and secure the rope guide using a shoulder bolt and lock nut.

Attach Mounting Tabs

Fasten mounting tabs to the plow tube assembly; align loosely for vehicle mounting.

Attach Skids to Blade

Slide the heavy-duty plow skids into the sleeve toward the blade edges.

Secure Skid Pin

Insert and lock the skid pin through the skid sleeve and desired hole.

Route Winch Rope

Route winch rope through guide, secure guide, and attach hook to cross member.

ATV Plow Blade Maintenance and Care

Warn 78950 Specifications

General

Brand	Warn
Model	78950
Category	Farm Equipment
Language	English