Western Power Input Harness Kit #72641 Installation guide

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72641
POWER INPUT HARNESS KIT
Installation Instructions
A DIVISION OF DOUGLAS DYNAMICS, LLC
May 1, 2019
Lit. No. 72639, Rev. 00
CAUTION
Read this document before installing the
power input harness kit.
CAUTION
See your sales outlet/website for speci c
vehicle application recommendations before
installation. The online selection system has
speci c vehicle and snowplow requirements.
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SAFETY DEFINITIONS
NOTE: Indicates a situation or action that can lead
to damage to your snowplow and vehicle or other
property. Other useful information can also be
described.
FUSES
The snowplow electrical and hydraulic systems
contain several automotive-style fuses. If a problem
should occur and fuse replacement is necessary,
the replacement fuse must be of the same type and
amperage rating as the original. Installing a fuse with
a higher rating can damage the system and could start
a re. Fuse Replacement, including fuse ratings and
locations, is located in the Maintenance section of the
Owner's Manual.
BATTERY SAFETY
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation
that, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury. It may also be used to alert
against unsafe practices.
TORQUE CHART
1/4-20 109 154
1/4-28 121 171
5/16-18 150 212
5/16-24 170 240
3/8-16 269 376
3/8-24 297 420
7/16-14 429 606
7/16-20
9/16-12
9/16-18
5/8-11
5/8-18
3/4-10
3/4-16
7/8-9
7/8-14 474 669
644 9091-8
1-12 704 995
1/2-13
1/2-20
11.9
13.7
24.6
27.3
43.6
26.9
53.3
93
148
49.4
69.8
77.9
106.4
120.0
8.4
9.7
17.4
19.2
30.8
35.0
49.4
55.2
75.3
85.0
M6 x 1.00
M12 x 1.75
M8 x 1.25
M14 x 2.00
M10 x 1.50
M27 x 3.00
M22 x 2.50
M30 x 3.50
M24 x 3.00
M20 x 2.5011.1
19.5
38.5
67
107
7.7
613
778
1139
1545
450
428
562
796
1117
M33 x 3.50
M36 x 4.00
2101
2701
1468
1952
325
M16 x 2.00 231
167
M18 x 2.50 318222
Recommended Fastener Torque Chart
Size Size
Torque (ft-lb)
Grade
5
Grade
8
Metric Fasteners Class 8.8 and 10.9
These torque values apply to fasteners
except those noted in the instructions.
Torque (ft-lb)
Grade
5
Grade
8
Size Size
Torque (ft-lb)
Class
8.8
Class
10.9
Torque (ft-lb)
Class
8.8
Class
10.9
Inch Fasteners Grade 5 and Grade 8
CAUTION
Read instructions before assembling.
Fasteners should be nger tight until
instructed to tighten according to the torque
chart. Use standard methods and practices
when attaching snowplow, including proper
personal protective safety equipment.
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation
that, if not avoided, could result in death or
serious personal injury.
CAUTION
Batteries normally produce explosive gases,
which can cause personal injury. Therefore,
do not allow ames, sparks, or lit tobacco
to come near the battery. When charging or
working near a battery, always cover your
face and protect your eyes, and also provide
ventilation.
• Batteries contain sulfuric acid, which burns
skin, eyes, and clothing.
• Disconnect the battery before removing or
replacing any electrical components.
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TYPICAL 3-PLUG, 3-PORT MODULE SYSTEM DIAGRAM
(w/72641 Power Input Harness installed)
Adapter (PN 29047)
15A Fuse (Park/Turn)
Battery
Turn Signal
Configuration Plug
(not used)
Typical Plug-In Harness
Vehicle Lighting
Harness (11-Pin)
Vehicle Control Harness (3-Pin)
Vehicle
Headlamps
Vehicle
Headlamps
Park/Turn
Lamps
Park/Turn
Lamps
Vehicle Battery Cable
Motor
Relay
Battery
Cable
To Snowplow Control To Switched Accessor y
Fire Wall
3-Port Module
15A Fuses
(Snowplow High
& Low Beam)
7.5A Fuse (Straight Blade Control)
10A Fuses
(Snowplow Park/Turn &
Snowplow Control)
Factory Vehicle Harness
Factory Vehicle Harness
RED
BLK
RED/GRN
RED/BRN
RED
BLK/ORN
BLK/ORN
RED
BLK/ORN
RED/GRN
Power Input Harness
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The company reserves the right under its product improvement policy to change construction or design details and furnish equipment when
so altered without reference to illustrations or speci cations used. This equipment manufacturer or the vehicle manufacturer may require or
recommend optional equipment for snow removal. Do not exceed vehicle ratings with a snowplow. The company offers a limited warranty for
all snowplows and accessories. See separately printed page for this important information.
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