SNOW PLOWS OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL 09/06 Manual.
INTRODUCTION Congratulations on the purchase of your new AirAir-Flo® Flo QuickQuick-Silver™ Silver Snow Plow. AirAir-Flo® Flo Manufacturing has produced this Operation and Maintenance Manual to familiarize you with the distinct features we have created for snow plowing safety and efficiency, and to help you get the MAXIMUM PERFORMANCE from your AirAir-Flo® Flo QuickQuick-Silver™ Silver Snow Plow.
TABLE OF CONTENTS The QuickQuick-Silver™ Silver Snow Plow Quick--Silver Silver™ Models Quick 2 4 QuickQuick-Silver™ Silver Operation Vehicle Application Requirements 6 12 14 Parts Diagram and List General Maintenance Wiring Quick--Stick Stick™ Hand Held Control Quick 1 Page 26 27 Trouble Shooting Guide Safety 36 38 44 Hydraulic System Warranty 46 47 Notes 48 PLEASE READ AirAir-Flo Manufacturing requests that you read this manual completely.
2 QUICK-SILVER™ SNOW PLOW Please get to know your Quick-Silver™ Snow Plow. It is the consumers responsibility for proper operation and maintenance. MOLD BOARD 11 gauge 304 Stainless Steel or 11 gauge Carbon Steel CUTTING EDGE Produced with Hi Carbon Steel for an extended operating life. Easily Replacable. SKID SHOES Adjustable and easily replacable that allow you to plow at the proper height. QUADRANT Produced of high quality carbon steel. Allows mold board to adjust to for plowing angles.
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4 QUICK SILVER™ MODELS Quick--Silver™ Snow Plow is available The Quick in 3 sizes with either Carbon Steel or Stainless Steel Mold Boards. All of the Quick-plows come with our exclusive Quick Latch® Mounting System.
SPECIFICATIONS MODEL BLADE WIDTH BLADE HEIGHT BLADE GAUGE TRIP SPRINGS VERTICAL RIBS SHOCK ABSORBER ANGLING RAMS PLOWING WIDTH APPROX.
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8 QUICK-SILVER™ OPERATION TO ATTACH PLOW !Failure to follow installation and removal procedures may result in serious injury, death or damage to property. 1. Make sure jack stand is set at proper height (See initial Jack Settings) and hitch extensions are level. (#10) 2. Place latch cam handles in horizontal (down) position. 3. Pull up on latch tab to release handle. (#3) 4. Drive into plow until latch cams automatically engage the receiver rod.
9 INITIAL JACK STAND SETTINGS NOTE: Truck receiver height and plow hitch extensions (#10)should be aligned level. Any variance can be eliminated with the jack stand. 1. From a level surface, measure from the ground to any reference point on the plow mount attached to the truck. Note measurement. 2. Attach the plow to the truck. Lower the jack stand, and then lower the plow. 3. Take the same measurement as in step 1. Note any difference in height. 4.
10 12 QUICK SILVER™ OPERATION TO REMOVE PLOW !Failure to follow installation and removal procedures may result in serious injury, death or damage to property. 1. Raise plow to full up position with blade straight. 2. Lower jack stand by pulling spring loaded jack locking pin while pushing down on the jack positioning handle. Release spring loaded pin and allow jack to lock in the lowered, vertical position. 3. Position plow blade on the ground with the “ float ” control off.
11 13 instructions. ructions. NOTE: Read and understand all operating instructions prior to operating plow. Refer to owners manual for complete operating inst Manual.
12 VEHICLE APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS RECOMMENDATIONS ARE BASED ON THE FOLLOWING: • • • • • • BA The snow plow, when installed on the vehicle, must comply with the applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Standards (FMVSS). The snow plow, when installed on the vehicle, must comply with the vehicle manufacturers stated gross vehicle and axle weight ratings & front and rear weight distribution ratio. Note: Gross vehicle and axle weight ratings are found on the driver side door cornerpost of the vehicle.
13 BALLAST REQUIREMENTS: • • • When qualifying vehicles for snow plow eligibility, ballast (additional weight) must be considered. To remain in compliance with the axle ratios and settings as specified by the vehicle manufacturer, when necessary, rear ballast must be used. It is important if ballast is required, that it is secured properly behind the rear axle. Sand bags may be used as a ballast but must be contained using a retainer.
14 QUICK-SILVER™ PARTS DIAGRAM & LIST A– BLADE SERVICE PARTS B– QUADRANT SERVICE PARTS C– A-FRAME SERVICE PARTS Manual.
15 D– LOWER LIFT FRAME SERVICE PARTS E– UPPER LIFT FRAME SERVICE PARTS F– NON-RETAIL SERVICE PARTS (NOT SHOWN) Manual.
16 QUICK-SILVER™ PARTS DIAGRAM A– BLADE SERVICE PARTS A– B ITEM# 1A 1B 1C 1D 1E 1F 2 3 4 5A 5B 5C Manual.
17 A– BLADE SERVICE PARTS ITEM# QTY PART # DESCRIPTION ITEM QTY PART# DESCRIPTION 1A 1 51001 7.5' SS PLOW BLADE 6 2 51014 PLOW (SKID) SHOE ASSY 1B 1 51003 8.0' SS PLOW BLADE 6A 2 01484 7/16" LYNCH PIN 1C 1 51005 8.5' SS PLOW BLADE 6B 52 01471 1 1/16" ID X 1 3/4" OD FLAT WASHER 1D 1 51000 7.5' C PLOW BLADE 6C 2 51013 PLOW SHOE 1E 1 51002 8.0' C PLOW BLADE 7 1 24000 LABEL, SERIAL TAG 1F 1 51004 8.
18 4 QUICK-SILVER™ QUICK-SILVER™ PARTS PARTS LIST DIAGRAM B- QUADRANT SERVICE PARTS BITE 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Manual.
19 5 B- QUADRANT SERVICE PARTS F– NON RETAIL SERVICE PARTS (Not Shown) ITEM# QTY PART # DESCRIPTION QTY PART # DESCRIPTION 1 4 01442 5/8" EYE BOLT ASSY 1 1 15064 BASE ASSEMBLY (18249) 2 4 10016 TRIP SPRING 2 1 15056 MOTOR DC, 12V - 4.5" 3 1 37052 SHOCK 3 1 15057 CARTRIDGE 4-W/2-P 4 1 51012 QUADRANT 4 1 15058 CARTRIDGE 2W/2P, NC 5 3 01478 5/8" X 3" HEX BOLT GR.
20 QUICK-SILVER™ PARTS DIAGRAM C– A-FRAME SERVICE PARTS C– A ITEM# 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 Manual.
21 C– A-FRAME SERVICE PARTS ITEM# QTY PART # DESCRIPTION ITEM# QTY PART# DESCRIPTION 1 1 51001 A-FRAME 16 1 51031 S/S JACK ADJ.
22 QUICK-SILVER™ PARTS DIAGRAM D– LOWER LIFT FRAME SERVICE PARTS D– ITE 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Manual.
23 D– LOWER LIFT FRAME SERVICE PARTS ITEM# QTY PART # DESCRIPTION ITEM# QTY PART# DESCRIPTION 1 1 09037 RED VINYL GRIP 13 1 01500 3/8" X 3/4" HEX BOLT GR. 8 2 1 01430 DETENTION PIN W/ LANYARD 14 1 01047 3/8" LOCK WASHER 3 1 51023 LOCK HANDLE CATCH 15 1 01420 3/8" FLAT WASHER 4 1 51022 CAM BLOCK W/ CROSS SHAFT 16 1 01049 1/2" FLAT WASHER (ASSEMBLED) 17 1 01188 1/8" X 1" COTTER PIN 5 2 01428 7/9"-9 X 4 3/4" HEX BOLT GR.
24 QUICK-SILVER™ PARTS DIAGRAM E– UPPER LIFT FRAME SERVICE PARTS E– ITE 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8A 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 Manual.
25 E– UPPER LIFT FRAME SERVICE PARTS ITEM# QTY PART # DESCRIPTION ITEM# QTY PART# DESCRIPTION 1 2 01496 3/4" x 3" CLEVIS PIN 16 2 01042 1/4" LOCK WASHER 2 2 01037 3/4" NYLON WASHER 17 2 01305 1/4" NUT 3 2 01189 5/32" X 1 1/2" COTTER PIN 18 1 51024 PUMP MOUNT 4 1 51010 LIFT FRAME 19 2 01015 1/2" x 3 1/4" HEX BOLT GR.
26 QUICK-SILVER™ GENERAL MAINTENANCE V ! To reduce friction and wear between moving parts, inspect the overall condition of the complete snow plow on a regular basis. • • • • • • • Lubricate all shafts, pivots, and cam lock hitches with low temperature grease. To ensure proper connection and conductivity, clean plow harness ends with brake cleaner, coat contacts with white lithium or dielectric grease and place weather caps on both plowplow-side and trucktruck-side when not in use.
WIRING 27 Vehicle Side Wiring Harness P/N 07184 KIT INCLUDES: • • • • • • 131311- Manual.pub tile 1 of page 29 Vehicle Side Wire Harness Blue Splice Lock Connectors V.S Weather Cap Relays Relay Plug Chart V.
28 Headlight Adapter Kit Ve P/N Installation & Operating Instructions for Advanced Adapter System ADAPTER INSTALLATION PROCEDURE: 1. Remove existing vehicle headlight connector from headlight. 2. Plug in (ASS) headlight connector into the vehicle headlight receptacle. Note: If more than one plug is present, match color of connectors; i.e. Gray to Gray, Black to Black. In Chevy daylight running: Clear to Gray. 3. Plug the existing vehicle headlight connector into the (ASS) headlight adaptor. 4.
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30 Vehicle Side Wiring Harness - LIGHTING HARNESS Manual.
31 Vehicle Side Wiring Harness - CONTROL HARNESS Manual.
32 P Vehicle Side Wiring Harness - RELAYS P PLUGGING CHART FOR RELAYS K PIN# 85 86 30 87 87a Manual.
33 Plow Side Wiring Harness P/N 07182 KIT INCLUDES: • • • 1- Plow Side Wire Harness. 1- P.S Weather Cap. 3– Screws for DIN Connector Manual.
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35 Plow Side Wiring Harness - LIGHTING HARNESS Manual.
36 QUICK-STICK™ Hand Held Control HANDHELD CONTROL 1. Depending on how the truck side plow harness is wired, the QuickQuick-Stick may operate with the ignition switch in the ON or OFF position. Please consult with your installer. 2. Turn the ON/OFF switch on the control to the ON position. The control keypad will glow green, indicating the control is on. NOTE: THE ON/OFF SWITCH CAN BE USED AS AN EMERGENCY STOP WHEN REQUIRED. SO Th an 3. To control the plow, press the corresponding buttons on the keypad.
37 SOFT STOP The Control automatically allows the blade to coast to a soft stop, This results in a smoother operation and decreased wear on the plows hydraulic system. ON/OFF SWITCH (Located on the Top of the Handheld control) KEY PAD ! WARNING TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL ACTIVATION OF PLOW, TURN PLOW OFF WHEN NOT IN USE Manual.
38 QUICK-SILVER™ Trouble Shooting Guide This guide is provided as a general reference to possible plow failures. Please remember to contact your local AirAir-Flo Quick Silver™ Dealer for factory original parts and trained service. CONDITION Motor does not run. Motor will not shut off. Snowplow will not raise or raises slowly or partially. Manual.pub tile 1 of page 40 POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTION 1) Snow plow harness not connected. 1) Properly connect all wire harnesses. 2) Fuses are blown.
39 CONDITION Snowplow angles move slowly or partially. Snowplow will not lower, lowers slowly, or will not float. POSSIBLE CAUSE 1) Hydraulic fluid level low or incorrect fluid is used. 1) Fill reservoir to proper level with recommended fluid. 2) Vehicle battery weak or malfunction is charging system. 2) Replace battery and/or check charging system. 3) Air in angle cylinders. 3) Cycle plow to remove air. 4) Angle cylinders damaged or leaking. 4) See an Air-Flo dealer for repair information.
40 CONDITION Snowplow does not perform the selected function or performs a different function. Fluid Leaks from the hydraulic power unit. Fluid leaks from angle or lift arms. Cab control fuses blown. Manual.pub tile 1 of page 42 POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTION 1) Hydraulic hose routing is incorrect. 1) See an Air-Flo dealer for repair information. 2) Cab control or hydraulic system malfunction. 2) See an Air-Flo dealer for repair information. 1) Reservoir overfilled.
41 CONDITION Excessive load on vehicle electrical system while using snow plow. POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTION 1) Too many accessories on. 1) Turn off unnecessary accessories. 2) Hydraulic fluid not correct for outside temperature. 2) Use recommended fluid. 3) Quill adjusted in too far. 3) Adjust Quill out. 4) Vehicle battery weak or charging system Malfunction. 4) Replace battery and/or check charging system.
42 CONDITION POSSIBLE CAUSE N CORRECTION 1) Burned out bulbs or vehicle fuse. Vehicle headlamps operate irregularly or not at 3) Fault in wiring. all (snow plow removed). 1) Replace bulbs or fuse. Snow plow park / turn lamps not operating. 1) Burned out bulb or vehicle fuse. 1) Replace bulbs or fuse. 2) Fault in wiring. 2) See an Air-Flo dealer for repair information. Manual.pub tile 1 of page 44 3) See an Air-Flo dealer for repair information.
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44 SAFETY SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Fo !CAUTION: Read owners manual prior to operation of plow. !WARNING: To avoid serious injury: Lower blade when vehicle is parked. Be aware of temperature changes which can change hydraulic pressure. In turn, this can cause blade to drop unexpectedly. This may also cause damage to hydraulic components. !WARNING: Including vehicle, blade and ballast: Do Not Exceed GVWR or GAWR. The vehicle rating label is found on the drivers side vehicle door corner post.
45 For Your Personal Protection • Avoid touching hot surfaces such as exhaust pipes, hoses, engine and radiator. • Always have a BC rated fire extinguisher available for flammable liquid and electrical fires. • Gasoline is highly flammable and gasoline vapor is explosive. Keep all open flames away from gasoline tanks and lines. Clean up any spilled gasoline immediately. • Be aware that vehicle exhaust contains deadly carbon monoxide gas.
46 HYDRAULIC SYSTEM Q Air--Flo Manufacturing’ s Quick Quick--Flo ® hydraulic system provides a simple and reliable system Air for trouble free service. This efficient hydraulic system allows for smooth and fast plow operations with minimal amperage draw. For hydraulic fluid type, filling instructions and fluid change intervals, see General Maintenance Section. System Capacity / Pump Motor Specifications Thi Ma opi the the ser System Capacity - Reservoir: 1.5 qts.
QUICK-SILVER™ Snow Plow WARRANTY 47 AIRQuick--Silver™ Snow AIR-FLO MANUFACTURING CO., INC.
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IMPORTANT: Please fill out completely and retain for your records. This information will be necessary to process any warranty claims. Date of Purchase: Serial Number: Dealer: Dealer Contact: Telephone: Vehicle Mount Kit: Vehicle Make: Vehicle Model: Vehicle Year: Blade Size: Manual.
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