C. INSTALLATION 1. Attach the J-bolt bracket (A1) to the center hole in the plow crossmember using a 3/8” dia x 1” long bolt (C1) as shown in figure 1. The bracket should be mounted on the blade side of the crossmember with the side flanges parallel to the ground. Terminate the bolt with a 3/8” dia flat washer (C2) and 3/8” dia nylock nut (C3). Tighten the bolt and nut to a recommended torque of 20 ft-lb (28 N-m). 2. Run the winch cable over the roller fairlead and down to the J-bolt bracket (A1). Using a 1/4” dia J-bolt (B1), hook the loop on the end of the winch cable and slide the threaded end of the J-bolt through the round holes in the J-bolt bracket. The hook end of the J-bolt should slide into the slotted hole in the J-bolt bracket. Terminate the end of the J-bolt with a 1/4” dia flat washer (B2) and 1/ 4” dia nylock nut (B3). Tighten the nut until the winch cable is snug inside the J-bolt as shown in figure 2. NOTE: Do not remove the winch hook installed on the end of the winch cable, simply slide it out of the way. CAUTION The purpose of the J-bolt is to break the connection between the plow and ATV when the plow is subjected to high forces that could damage the plow or vehicle. The plow will drop instantly if the J-bolt breaks, so be sure there are no bystanders when operating the plow. Instances when the J-bolt might break are: • If the plow is raised too high and stalls. • If the operator is trying to lift too much material with the plow blade. In general, do not raise the top of the plow blade above the headlights of the vehicle. If the plow stalls, stop the winch immediately and lower the plow. After pushing material with the plow, backup the ATV prior to raising it. If the J-bolt breaks, replace it with the spare hardware found in this kit. Read the Plow Operators Guide for more information.
C1, C2, & C3
A1
Figure 1 Installed J-bolt Bracket
Cable End
B1, B2, & B3
Figure 2 J-bolt and Winch Cable
Installation is now complete. Proceed to the next section entitle Maintenance/Care.
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