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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 Blade to Tractor . . . . . . . . . . . . . Removing the Blade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Attachment Power Lift . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation Loose Parts Note: 2 Use the chart below to identify parts used for assembly. DESCRIPTION QTY.
Installation Assemble Blade 1. 3. Lift and rotate channel and trip spring assembly so holes align with lower blade mounts. Slide rod through holes and secure with (2) 1/8 x 1” (25 mm) cotter pins (Fig. 1). Apply general purpose grease to the pivot area of frame and channel. Slide channel between frame mount and secure with 3/4–16 x 3-3/4” (95 mm) bolt, up from the bottom, and 3/4” locknut (Fig. 3). IMPORTANT: Do not tighten nut and bolt excessively to cause binding on channel as it pivots side-to-side.
Installation Tractor Set-Up Install Rear Hitch 1. Install rear mounting plate\blade bracket assembly under and inside rear frame member with short tongue rearward (Fig. 5). 2. Secure with (3) 1/2 x 1-1/4” bolts and 1/2”lock nuts at holes in frame side members and tractor hitch forward hole (Fig. 5). Install Front Hitch 1. Remove E–ring and all washers except one thick washer from tractor front axle pivot pin. Discard unused washers. (Fig. 4). Remove muffler shield. 2.
Installation Installing Blade to Tractor 2 Install Blade Assembly 3 1 1. Position blade on a level surface with space behind for tractor. 2. Park the tractor over blade, with frame between wheels. Set the parking brake, and turn the ignition key to “OFF” to stop the engine. Remove the ignition key. 3. Open the latch levers on the rear attachment plate and lift the frame to position the frame mount into the open slots.
Installation Note: Note: Low hole provides maximum blade lift, but requires the greatest lift effort. Top hole requires less lift effort, but has lower lift height. 3. Install the 1/2” jam nut on the pivot bolt to lock it in place (Fig. 10). 4. Rotate the index handle to align the hole at the bottom of the handle with the control rod. Insert the control rod and secure with a large hairpin cotter (Fig. 10).
Installation 3 2 4 5 1 4 2 3 1 1471 Figure 11 1. Steering wheel stop 2. Self tapping bolt 5/16 x 3/4” (19 mm) 3. Spindle stop 4. Tire Figure 12 1. Hairpin cotter 2. Washer 3. Trunnion 5. Removing the Blade Note: 1265 4. Lift plate 5. Hairpin cotter–from mower Remove the hairpin cotters and clevis pins from the latch levers (Fig. 13). Open the latch levers and lower the frame (Fig. 13). Save all hardware, rods, washers and hairpin cotters for reuse when reinstalling the blade. 1.
Installation Note: 2 Save all hardware, rods, washers and hairpin cotters for reuse when reinstalling the snow blade. 1 3 2 4 1 1246a Figure 14 1. Release button 2. Front hitch 3 3. Lift arm 1471 Figure 16 7. Remove hairpin cotter and control rod from index lever (Fig. 15). 8. Remove the index handle pivot bolt and locking nut. Unhook the ”Z” hook from the triangular plate. Remove the index handle. Save nounting hardware for reinstallation. 9.
Operation 2 POTENTIAL HAZARD • Hitting fixed objects can cause the tractor to stop abruptly. 3 1 WHAT CAN HAPPEN • Stopping abruptly can cause loss of control, equipment damage and personal injury. 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 17 Attachment Power Lift 1. Key 2. Lift switch–UP 3. Lift switch–DOWN The attachment power lift (optional on some models) (Fig.
Operation Attachment Lift Lever Adjusting Dial-A-Height The attachment lift lever (Fig. 18) is used to raise and lower various attachments. The Dial-A-Height control (Fig. 18) 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 the 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 hand side of the frame (Fig. 19). The blade trip springs can be mounted in 4 positions. The top hole provides the greatest scraping pressure and the lower hole the least scraping pressure (Fig. 20). 1. 2. Squeeze the release lever toward the handle (Fig. 19). Push or pull the lever to change the index position and release lever.
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 the tractor looses traction when using the snow blade, wheel weights and tire chains may be necessary. These are available from your dealer. Blade trip springs can be adjusted for scraping aggressiveness and surface conditions.
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 blade after every 25 operating hours or once a year, whichever occurs first. Oil Linkages 1. Set the parking brake and turn the ignition key to “OFF” to stop the engine. Remove the ignition key. 2. Place a few drops of oil on all movable linkages (Fig. 21). 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 blade with mild detergent and water to remove dirt and grime from the entire attachment. 2. Check the condition of the scraper blade; refer to Reversing Scraper Blade, page 15. 3.
