Snowplow quick installation guide
Whether you're considering a Personal Snowplow, or you've just brought one home, this guide will help you understand generally how the system works and how to get started. (note: be sure to follow the detailed owner's manual for assembly instructions).
Step 1: Confirm you received Box 1 of 2 and Box 2 of 2 when purchasing your Personal Snowplow. |
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Step 2: Obtain your custom vehicle mounting brackets. In order to mount the snowplow onto your truck or SUV, you will need custom mounting brackets specific to your vehicle's make, model, year, 2-wheel and 4-wheel drive capabilities. The custom mounting brackets are included in the purchase price of the snowplow (as is shipping). Rocky Road does sell the mounts separately if you want a kit for a second vehicle. |
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Universal Vehicle Cross Member You will then use the mounting brackets above to attach the universal cross member to your vehicle. The cross member can be found in the boxed snowplow components you received at time of purchase. |
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 Step 3: Assemble the snowplow.
Installing the scraper is the first step towards completing your plow assembly. Use the instructions contained within the Owner's Manual when assembling your snowplow. The parts list and diagrams will guide you through the assembly and installations smoothly. For easier and faster assembly, invite a friend to help. |
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 Upper And Lower A-Frame Assembly
Assembling the snowplow hardware is next. Here you can see the assembly of the winch frame to the upper A-frame and lower A-frame. |
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 Plow Markers
Add Markers As Final Step The final step will be to attach the snowplow markers to the plow. However, if you have the optional snow deflector (recommended), then it must be attached first leaving the markers until last. |
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Step 4: Attach your vehicle mount. When you receive your custom vehicle mounting brackets, you will need to install it with the vehicle cross member. |
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Loosely attach the brackets (shown at left in red), and cross member (shown in yellow) to your vehicle's frame before you tighten any bolts or nuts. |
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 Step 5: Connect the snowplow's wiring system.
In order for your window-mounted switch to be operational, you will need to connect the wiring to the battery and the winch. Follow the easy, step-by-step instructions in your Owner's Manual. Close-up Showing Quick Connect Plugs The quick connects are stored under the hood and inside the bumper of the vehicle ready to be connected whenever the snow falls. Window-Mounted Control Switch The window-mounted switch can be removed in seconds and stored for future use. |
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 Step 6: Attach the snowplow to your vehicle.
Now that the wiring is in place, you are almost ready to plow. But first you must attach the plow to your vehicle. Using the MountAssist, align the plow's receivers with the cross member's posts and slide your plow on. (note: for smoother on/off operation, you may want to grease the pins of the vehicle cross member). Be sure to insert and close the two hitch pins through the cross member to secure the plow to your vehicle. |
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Impact Absorbing Tension Springs - While plowing, the blade is designed with trip springs to tip forward if it is overloaded. It will automatically reset itself into the plowing position once you back away. Snowplow Markers - You can also see how helpful the snowplow's markers are in identifying the plow's position from the driver's seat. | |
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 Emergency manual handle - This handle is included with your plow to lower or raise the blade in case of power failure. |
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