Boss Snowplow Plows MSC12842

• Ensure that all hydraulic fluid hoses and lines are in good condition and all hydraulic connections and fittings are tight before applying pressure to the hydraulic system.

• Keep your body and hands away from pin-hole leaks or nozzles that eject high-pressure hydraulic fluid.

• Use cardboard or paper to find hydraulic leaks.

• Safely relieve all pressure in the hydraulic system before performing any work on the hydraulic system.

• Get immediate medical help if fluid is injected into skin.

Check the hydraulic lines and hoses daily for leaks, kinked lines, loose mounting supports, wear, loose fittings, weather deterioration, and chemicaldeterioration. Make all necessary repairs before operating.;

If the oil becomes contaminated, contact your authorized BOSS dealer to have the system flushed.

1. Park the vehicle on a level surface, lower the plow, and fully collapse the hydraulic lift-cylinder. Turn off the vehicle and remove the keys.

2. Remove the hairpin cotter and clevis pin from the top of the lift cylinder and lean it forward (Figure 26).

3. Remove the 2 thumb screws securing the coupler-tower cover to the coupler tower (Figure 26).

4. Remove the coupler-tower cover, pulling it toward the passenger side of the plow.

5. Clean the area around the drain plug (Figure 27).

6. Place a drain pan under the plug and remove the plug.

8. Allow the fluid to fully drain, then replace the plug. Torque the plug to 17 to 28 N∙m (150 to 250 in-lb).