Lit. No. 27366, Rev. 01 February 15, 2008
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Before proceeding, or performing any tests, you must verify the following conditions:
1. Verify that the customer has
accurately and completely
described the problem. Check all
lighting and snowplow functions.
2. Check the obvious:
a. Snowplow is attached to vehicle
and all harnesses are connected.
b. Ignition is turned ON or engine is
running if operating control from
within the cab.
CAUTION
Do not mix different types of
hydraulic fluid. Some fluids are
not compatible and may cause
performance problems and
product damage.
CAUTION
Fill the reservoir to the fill level
only. Do not overfill. Overfilling
could damage the unit.
c. The control is connected in the
cab and turned ON. Verify that
the control power LED is in a
steady state and is not flashing.
d. Fuses are good.
e. Vehicle battery and charging
system are in good condition and
battery connections are clean
and tight.
f. Harness connector pins and
terminals are free of corrosion,
ensuring good connections, and
coated with dielectric grease.
g. Hydraulic reservoir is filled to
proper level with recommended
fluid when snowplow is in the
fully retracted (vee) position and
lift ram is fully retracted. See
Product Specifications.
h. There are no fluid leaks from
hoses, fittings, rams or the
hydraulic unit.
i. Hoses are routed correctly.
j. Coil wire connections are secure
and correct.
k. Correct cartridges are installed in
the proper locations.