OPERATION and MAINTENANCE MANUAL Insist on genuine Meyer Parts & Accessories
Important Information Snow, despite the beauty it may impart to a bleak winter landscape, poses the dual threat of inconvenience and danger. The environmental conditions associated with snow, not to mention the health hazards and economic loss it may impose, seriously endanger thousands of lives annually. Business and industry suffer, and millions of snowbelt residents may be affected by a single snowstorm.
INSIST ON GENUINE MEYER PARTS & ACCESSORIES Table of Contents Page Get to Know Your Meyer Plus Snow Plow 2-3 Plus Specifications 4 Snow Plow Operation 5 Removing & Attaching Your Meyer E-Z Mount Plus™ 6-7 General Maintenance & Adjustments 8-10 Diagnostic Trouble Shooting 11-18 Efficient Snow Clearance Starts with Planning 19 Keep Snow Under Control 19 Selecting Proper Size Snow Plowing Equipment 20 Hourly Snow Clearing Capacities 20 Plow with the Storm 21 Establishing Snow Clearance Plans 22 Snow Plowing T
Get to know your Meyer® Snowplow 1. Aggressor Wings, Left and Right Made from 12 gauge Steel, 4 lazer cut vertical ribs per wing. 9. Lift Frame Allows for fast, complete removal of front end hardware, snow plow, lights and hydraulic unit in one complete module. 2. Cutting Edge - Reversible Replaceable high carbon steel provides extra long operating life; should be 1/2” above ground in plowing position. (Can be higher when used on gravel driveways.) 10.
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SPECIFICATIONS SV-8.5 SV-9.0 WEIGHT (TOTAL) 915 lbs. 955 lbs. HEIGHT 30.5” 30.
Snowplow Operation Reset is accomplished by turning off the ignition switch or by turning the power switch off momentarily and then back on. If the monitor light is still illuminated after attempts to reset the switch have failed, contact your nearest authorized Meyer Distributor for repairs. HAND HELD CONTROLLER The snow plow should only be in operation when the vehicle ignition switch and the control switch are in the “ON” position.
Removing and Attaching Plus Plow pin. Reattach the Crankstand to the transport tube on the driver’s side of the Lift Frame in the vertical, retracted position. Caution: Crankstand must be secured at all times. Reattach the one step electrical connection. DETACHING THE COMPLETE ASSEMBLY Leave control switch in lower float position and push down on the Lift Arm. Disconnect the electrical plug. Attach Crankstand to the adjustment tube on the side of the A-Frame using the chained locking pin.
Crankstand Storage To store Crankstand on the Lift Frame slide the tube that is attached to the side of the Crankstand over the receiver tube on the driver’s side of the Lift Frame. Insert the chain locking pin through the vertical holes on both the tubes. Note: Crankstand should always be fully retracted (up) and be pinned in the vertical transport position when not in use. Receiver Tube Cap may be placed over the driver side transport tube while the Crankstand is in use on the A-Frame.
General Maintenance SNOWPLOW CAUTION: ALWAYS LOWER MOLDBOARD TO THE GROUND WHEN SNOW PLOW IS BEING SERVICED OR WHEN VEHICLE IS NOT IN USE. Check the V-68 Diagnosis chart, pages 11-18, respectively and Post Season Maintenance, page 9, for advice on maintaining the unit. 1. Check and maintain hydraulic fluid reservoir level to Full. Oil level should be checked with lift ram down or retracted position. 2. Check entire hydraulic system for leaks.
5. RUNNERS (optional) A. Inspect moldboard runners for wear and height adjustment. B. Always replace runners as soon as they start to wear through. C. Adjust the runners to maintain cutting edge height of 1/2” above ground in snow plowing position. (Can be set higher when used on gravel driveways). 6. CUTTING EDGE - REVERSIBLE Replace the cutting edge as soon as it appears worn. This will prevent permanent damage to the tripedge. 7.
SNOW PLOW STORAGE 1. When snow plow is disconnected, disconnect lift chains from lift arm and extend lift cylinder to end of stroke and coat chrome rod with light grease. This fills the cylinder with hydraulic fluid and protects the interior and exterior from rust and corrosion. 2. Whenever Moldboard is disconnected, coat the exposed portions of the power angling cylinder chrome rods with light grease to protect them from corrosion. 3. Coat pivot pin and other wear points with chassis lubricant.
DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE SHOOTING These charts are intended to be used as an aid in diagnosing problems on the V-68 Meyer Hydraulic Power Units. They are not a substitute for factory training and experience. Be certain to read the General Information and Testing Tips sections before attempting any troubleshooting. TESTING TIPS Many tests do not require removing the Power Unit from the vehicle.
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Efficient Snow Clearance Starts with Planning KEEP SNOW UNDER CONTROL Deep or heavy, wet snow, because of its increased weight, calls for more skillful and powerful plowing than light powder snow. Here is where your Meyer Super-V gives you a big advantage over a straight blade. Set the Super-V to the “ ” position and proceed to open a single path that will allow you to work the remainder of the area. Always plow in LOW gear and keep plowing. Remember that wet snow weighs about 12 pounds per cubic foot.
Selecting Equipment Careful analysis of the area you intend to clear of snow will direct you to the types of equipment you’ll require. Check Table 1, Average Hourly Snow Clearing Capacities, for recommended equipment depending upon the area in which you’ll be working. Where you plan to plow, and the conditions under which you will be plowing, determine to a great extent the type of vehicle you’ll find most useful. In general, three types of vehicles are available as the power source of snow clearance.
Plow with the Storm Angle Moldboard for Optimum Results. The Meyer Super-V will provide a significant advantage when plowing deeper snow in a straight path. Once you have made the first path using the Super-V in the pointed or arrowhead position, you can proceed to finish using straight blade procedures. Set the moldboard at the best angle for rolling snow sideways in the desired direction. The snow plow path, in the angled position, should exceed the tire track by at least six inches on either side.
Two Established Snow Clearance Plans These two snow plowing techniques have been time- and operation-tested. Use them as guidelines for most snow plowing strategies. Plan I is for smaller areas of 50,000 sq.ft. or less. Plan II is for larger establishments having more than 50,000 sq.ft. to be cleared. 3. Have vehicles and equipment inspected, fueled and ready. Recommended equipment: A four wheel drive vehicle; a SV8.5 or SV9.5 snow plow; snow shovels; and ice control equipment. 4.
Snow Plowing Tips from the Pros SNOW PLOWING OPEN AREAS Open areas such as parking lots require a more serious approach to planning, where to begin, and where snow can be stacked at the edges. The following will help in making a plan, thus turning out a neat, professional job. On a dirt or slag surface, drop moldboard to ground in straight position, then raise one inch or adjust runners for desired clearance. Under extreme surface conditions it may be necessary to plow with moldboard in suspended position.
WIDE DRIVEWAY STRAIGHT LINE SNOW PLOWING This method is most efficient for streets and roads. V type snowplows mounted on heavy utility vehicles or service trucks are excellent for such an operation. 1. Make one pass down center with blade in “ ” position. V 2. Push snow to side with moldboard in straight position & angled right or left. Set the snow plow moldboard at an angle so that the snow is rolled to the shoulder or curb. 3. Do the same on either side.
DRIVEWAYS CLEARING RESIDENTIAL AREAS 1. Plow toward garage pushing snow to one side. 2. Set blade to straight position, lift it as high as possible and drive through snow to garage. Drop blade and back drag to street. 3. Back into driveway and angle blade again. Use as many passes as necessary to clear drive. Driveways and aprons are most efficiently cleared by maneuverable four wheel drive vehicles. Recommended procedure is to enter the driveway rolling snow away from the residence.
Chemicals for Snow and Ice Meyer Spreaders Except in very light snow, ice melting materials should never be used in place of snow plowing. However, in combination with trained personnel and equipment, ice melting materials play an important part in controlling ice and snow. Whenever possible, apply ice melting materials before a snowfall. You’ll use less, and it will be more effective in preventing snow and ice from adhearing to the pavement surface and less damaging for the environment.
Under Tailgate Spreader MDV Spreader 9’ Carbon Steel (63001) 9’ Stainless Steel (63004) 10’ Carbon Steel (63002) 10’ Stainless Steel (63005) An extremely rugged truck accessory, the Under-Tailgate Spreader is offered in two models: a single auger or for ultimate efficiency dual augers; each spreads cinders, sand, salt or pea gravel. Attaches easily under the tailgate of any standard dump truck, yet will not obstruct dumping over the spreader.
Insert Hopper Spreaders 1.8 cu. yd. Carbon Steel (62991),1.8 cu. yd. Stainless Steel (63006),2.0 cu. yd. Carbon Steel (62992),2.0 cu. yd. Stainles Steel (63007) The Meyer 1.8 & 2.0 cubic yard capacityV-box spreader for pickup trucks mountsand stores as a single unit. This m e c h a n i c a l l y - o p e r a t e d s p re a d e r i s powered by an electric start 10 H.P. gas engine, which drives a high torque orbital-type motor and a 20:1 ratio gearbox.
Meyer Accessories M-1 Hydraulic Fluid Snow Deflector Keep your Meyer Electro-Touch® snow plow control system operating at peak performance; change hydraulic fluid yearly. Meyer M-1 Hydraulic Fluid has additives that insure peak efficient operation of all Meyer electric hydraulic power units (15134). Available in specific sizes to fit all Meyer moldboards. Kits come with attaching parts. Deflects snow flume down and away from windshield area. 8-1/2’ (12579) 9-1/2’ (12643).
FAST MOVING PARTS LIST HOSE & HOSE FITTINGS 22675 HOSE 1/4 X 9 -1/4” SAE-6 22420 HOSE 1/4 X 33” SAE-6 22418 HOSE 3/8 X 33” SAE-6 22676 FITTING SAE-6 90° ELBOW 22460 FITTING SAE-6 90° ELBOW CUTTING EDGES - (STEEL) 09218 (2) SV 8.5 09219 (2) SV 9.
V-68 POWER UNIT PARTS 15925 S1 SOLENOID ASSY. 15917 S1 VALVE 15044 S2 SOLENOID ASSY. 15055 S2 VALVE 15926 S5 & S6 SOLENOID ASSY. 15918 S5 & S6 VALVE 15927 S3 SOLENOID ASSY. 15919 S3 VALVE 15987 S7 SOLENOID ASSY. 15958 S7 VALVE 15916 ALL COILS 15011 FRONT COVER 15010 REAR COVER PAINT - TOUCH UP 07026 BLACK AEROSOL (1) BLACK AEROSOL (12) 08676 07027 SNO-FLO AEROSOL (1) YE 08677 SNO-FLO AEROSOL (12) YE 07028 SNO-FLO BRUSH-ON .6 OZ. (1) YE 08678 SNO-FLO BRUSH-ON .6 OZ.(12) YE 07066 SNO-FLO - QT.
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