FORM NO. 3318–252 48” Snow Blade for Lawn & Garden Tractors Model No. 79252 – 6900001 & Up Model No. 99251 – 6900001 & Up Model No. 9861907 – T6S0001 & Up Operator’s Manual IMPORTANT: Read this manual carefully. It contains information about your safety and the safety of others. Also become familiar with the controls and their proper use before you operate the product.
Introduction We want you to be completely satisfied with your new product, so feel free to contact your local Authorized Service Dealer for help with service, genuine replacement parts, or other information you may require. Whenever you contact your Authorized Service Dealer or the factory, always know the model and serial numbers of your product. These numbers will help the Service Dealer or Service Representative provide exact information about your specific product.
Contents Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Loose Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Assemble Blade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tractor Set-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Installing Snow Blade to Tractor . . . . . . . . Removing the Snow Blade . . . . . . . . . . . . . Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Attachment Power Lift . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Attachment Lift Lever . . . . .
Installation Loose Parts Note: Use the chart below to identify parts used for assembly. DESCRIPTION 2 QTY.
Installation DESCRIPTION QTY.
Installation Installation Assemble Blade 1. Attach channel assemble and blade trip springs to blade with rods and hairpin cotters and cotter pins (Fig. 1). 2. Apply liberal amount of general purpose grease to pivot area of frame and channel (Fig. 1) and attach with 3/4 x 3/4” bolt and 3/4” nut. 3. Place index rod through hole in frame and slide into hole in index pin (Fig. 2). 4. Hook index rod into front hole of index plate and attach to frame with 3/8 x 1” bolt, 3/8” washer and 3/8” lock nut (Fig.
Installation 5. Attach index lever to frame bracket with 1/2 x 1” bolt and 1/2” nut (Fig. 3). IMPORTANT: Do not tighten nut and bolt excessively to cause binding of lever at bracket. 6. Install eye bolt and eyelets with (2) #10 washers and (2) #10 lock nuts(Fig. 3). 7. Thread jam nut and turnbuckle onto cable and hook into handle lever(Fig. 3). 8. 9. Route cable through eyebolt and eyelet and attach Z end to back hole of index plate (Fig. 3).
Installation Tractor Set-Up 1. 2. Remove E–ring and all except one thick washer from tractor front axle pivot pin. Discard unused washers. (Fig. 6). Remove muffler shield. 3. Assemble rear mounting plate and blade bracket with (2) 1/2 x 1-1/4” bolts (heads toward the rear) and (2) 1/2” lock nuts through holes in vertical plates (Fig. 7). 4. For blade use latch levers must be installed onto the blade bracket (Fig. 7).
Installation 5. Install rear mounting plate\blade bracket assembly under and inside rear frame member with short tongue rearward (Fig. 8). Secure with (3) 1/2 x 1-1/4” bolts and (3) 1/2”lock nuts at holes in frame side members and tongue forward hole (Fig. 8). Installing Snow Blade to Tractor 1. Position snow blade on a level surface with space behind for tractor. 2. Remove bolt securing index lever to frame and lay lever next to frame. 3.
Installation Removing the Snow Blade 2 Note: Save all hardware, rods, washers and hairpin cotters for reuse when installing blade. 1 1. Park the machine on a level surface, disengage the power take off (PTO), set the parking brake, and turn the ignition key to “OFF” to stop the engine. Remove the key. 2. Raise attachment lift to the transport position .
Installation 5. Remove hairpin cotters and clevis pins from latch levers (Fig. 14). Open latch levers and lower the frame (Fig. 14). 1 4 2 3 1470 Figure 14 1. Clevis pin 2. Hairpin cotter 3. Latch lever 4. Frame 6. Push in on the front hitch release rod to open the hitch and remove blade lift arm (Fig. 15). 7. Remove hairpin cotter and clevis pin from idler pulley assembly, unhook and remove (Fig. 15). 2 1 3 1246a Figure 15 1. Release rod 2. Hitch Note: 3.
Operation 2 POTENTIAL HAZARD • Hitting fixed objects can cause the tractor to stop abruptly. 3 WHAT CAN HAPPEN • Stopping abruptly can cause loss of control, equipment damage and personal injury. 1 HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD • Travel at a safe, slow speed. • Check area to be plowed and mark all fixed objects so they can be avoided. 2266 Figure 16 Attachment Power Lift The attachment power lift (optional on some models) (Fig. 16) is used to raise and lower attachments. Raising Attachments 1.
Operation Attachment Lift Lever Adjusting Dial-A-Height The attachment lift lever (Fig. 17) is used to raise and lower various attachments. The Dial-A-Height control (Fig. 17) is used to limit the downward travel of the attachment. The Dial-A-Height knob is rotated to change the location of this stop, up or down. Raising Attachments 1. Depress the clutch and/or brake pedal(s) to stop the machine. 2. Pull attachment lift lever rearward until latch locks.
Operation Adjusting Blade Index Adjusting Blade Trip Springs The blade can be indexed side to side, in 5 positions. The direction is controlled by the handle on the right frame (Fig. 18). The blade trip springs can be mounted in 4 positions. The top hole provides greatest scraping pressure and the lower hole least scraping pressure (Fig. 19). 1. Squeeze the release lever toward the handle (Fig. 18). 1. Remove hairpin cotter and slide rod out from blade and springs (Fig. 19). 2.
Operation Tips for Using Snow Blade Remove snow as soon as possible after it falls. This produces best snow removal results. Snow is generally removed from driveway by making one pass down the center and then plowing snow to either side on successive passes. If tractor looses traction when using snow blade, wheel weights and tire chains may be available from your dealer. Blade trip springs can be adjusted for scraping aggressiveness and surface conditions. Second hole from the top is recommended for snow.
Maintenance Service Interval Chart Service Operation Each Use 5 Hours 25 Storage Hours Service Fall Service Grease–Channel pivot X X X Oil–Linkages X X X Chipped Surfaces–paint X Scraper–check for wear X Notes X POTENTIAL HAZARD • If you leave the key in the ignition switch, someone could start the engine. WHAT CAN HAPPEN • Accidental starting of the engine could seriously injure you or other bystanders.
Maintenance Greasing and Lubrication Service Interval/Specification Grease and oil the machine after every 25 operating hours or once a year, whichever occurs first. Oil Linkages 1. Disengage the power take off (PTO), set the parking brake, and turn the ignition key to “OFF” to stop the engine. Remove the key. 2. Place a few drops of oil on all movable linkages (Fig. 20). 3. Wipe off excess oil. Grease Type: General-purpose grease. Oil Type: SAE 10W or 10W30. Grease Channel Pivot 1.
Maintenance Reversing the Scraper Blade Storage The scraper blade contacts the ground preventing damage to the snow blade. Periodically inspect the scraper blade for wear. When scraper becomes worn, before working surface contacts the housing, reverse the scraper blade. 1. Before long term storage wash the machine with mild detergent and water to remove dirt and grime from the entire machine. 2. Check the condition of the scraper blade; refer to Reversing Scraper Blade, page 16. 3.
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