The “Before You Plow” Checklist

Before the first flakes fall, a preseason equipment inspection is standard practice. But did you know there are a few basic things to check during the season, too?

Avoid Simple Mistakes With Our “Before You Plow” Checklist:

• Ensure a functional truck battery
• Run through the plow’s functions
• Inspect all fasteners for proper torque
• Check hydraulic fluid levels
• Visually inspect plugs, shoes, hydraulic hoses, cutting edge, and wiring
• Test headlamps and adjust for proper alignment
• Make sure electrical plugs have dielectric grease
• Run through emergency supplies, including:
  • Shovel
  • Emergency Parts Kit: hydraulic fluid, motor relay, extra hose, coil, fittings
  • Basic Tool Kit
  • Flashlight

Checklists like these will prepare you for whatever the season throws at you. But while they’ll help keep you on the job, there’s no substitute for proper maintenance. Remember: if you’ve incurred any damages following an event, be sure to get those issues fixed before the next storm. It’ll save time, money, and a whole lot of headache when you’re out there in the middle of the night.

If you’d prefer to have a professional inspect your plow before the season starts, you can ask your local FISHER^® dealer. To find out if one near you performs pre-season inspections, visit the Dealer Locator.

Go big with snow removal and get the equipment that’s going to get the job done all season long. The award-winning STORM BOXX™ pusher plows with TRACE edge technology move massive amounts of snow, so you can get more jobs done faster and better.