MTD 190-833-OEM User Manual
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
46"
SNOW
BLADE
Model Numbers
190-833-OEM
IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
MTD PRODUCTS INC. P.O. BOX 368022 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9722
PRINTED IN U.S.A. FORM NO. 48829 (REV. 7/03)
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
Any power equipment can cause injury if operated improperly or if the user does not understand how to operate
the equipment. Exercise caution at all times when operating equipment.
1. Read the tractor and snow blade owners manuals and know how to operate your tractor before using tractor with snow
blade attachment.
2. Never operate tractor and snow blade without wearing proper clothing suited to weather conditions and operation of
controls.
3. Never allow children to operate tractor and snow blade, and do not allow adults to operate without proper instructions.
4. Always begin with transmission in first (low) gear and gradually increase speed as required.
LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL TO POINT OUT
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS. IT
MEANS -- ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR
SAFETY IS INVOLVED.
UNPACKING
Open carton. Remove parts and literature. Make
certain all parts and literature are removed before the
carton is discarded.
Lay out all parts according to the illustration below.
CARTON CONTENTS
A 2 Frame Brackets
B 1 Upper Lift Handle
C 1 Lower Lift Handle Assembly
D 1 Blade Assembly
E 1 R.H. Hitch Bracket
A
F
E
F 1 L.H. Hitch Bracket
G 2 Angle Brackets
H 1 Pivot Support Bracket
I 1 Channel Pivot Pin
J 1 Angle Lock Bar (Long)
G
K 1 Angle Lock Bar (Short)
L 1 Channel Assembly
M 1 Pivot Shaft
N 1 Spring Mount Rod
O 1 Blade Adjust Spring
B
D
C
J
K
L
I
H
2
M
N
O
SHOWN FULL SIZE
A
B
C
L
M
S
T
DE
K
N
R
J
F
I
O P
Q
G
H
NOT SHOWN FULL SIZE
U V X Y
CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK
Key Qty Description
A 1 Hex Bolt, 3/8" x 3-1/2"
B 1 Hex Bolt, 1/4" x 3-1/4"
C 8 Hex Bolt, 3/8" x 1" Lg.
D 6 Hex Bolt, 5/16" x 1" Lg.
E 2 Hex Bolt, 1/4" x 1"
F 2 Carriage Bolt, 3/8" x 1" Lg.
G 2 Shoulder Bolt
H 3 Hex Lock Nut, 1/4"
I 6 Nylock Nut, 5/16"
J 1 Hex Nut, 3/8-16
K 4 Hex Lock Nut, 3/8"
L 8 Flange Nut, 3/8"
M 4 Lock Washer, 5/16"
W
Key Qty Description
N 2 Lock Washer, 3/8"
O 1 Flat Washer, 3/8"
P 1 Flat Washer, 1/2"
Q 2 Hairpin Cotter, 1/8" (large)
R 3 Hairpin Cotter, 3/32" (small)
S 2 Palnut, 3/8"
T 1 Clevis Pin, 1/4" x 1-1/2"
U 2 Spacer
V 1 Plastic Cap
W 1 Angle Lock Spring
X 1 Knob
Y 1 Handle Grip
3
SECTION 1:
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE: Right hand (R.H.) and left hand (L.H.) are deter-
mined from the operators position while seated
on the tractor.
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY
(2) 7/16" Wrenches
(2) 1/2" Wrenches
(2) 9/16" Wrenches
(1) 3/4" Wrench or Adjustable Wrench
REMOVING PARTS FROM CARTON
Remove all parts and hardware packages from the
carton. Lay out all parts and hardware and identify using
the illustrations on pages 2 and 3.
NOTE: Not all parts in the hardware pack will be needed
for any one tractor fit-up.
ASSEMBLING BRACKETS TO TRACTOR
FAST-ATTACH TRACTOR FRAMES
No bracket assembly required. Skip to ASSEMBLING
THE SNOW BLADE.
STANDARD TRACTOR FRAMES WITH 15" TIRES
6. Attach a frame bracket to each side of the tractor
frame. Assemble three 5/16" x 1" hex bolts and 5/16"
nylock nuts to the holes shown figure 1.
7. Assemble a shoulder bolt and a 3/8" hex lock nut to
the upper hole in each frame bracket as shown in
figure 1.
5/16" NYLOCK NUTS
PREPARING THE LAWN TRACTOR
CAUTION: Before beginning preparation,
select a firm and level surface which is large
enough to accommodate the snow blade
attachment and tractor. Engage brake lock.
WARNING: Stop engine and let muffler
cool before installing brackets.
1. Allow engine, muffler and exhaust deflector to cool
before beginning.
2. Disconnect the spark plug wire(s) from the spark
plug(s) and ground against the engine.
3. Remove the mowing deck as instructed in the belt
removal section of the owner's manual for the lawn
tractor.
REMOVING PARTS FROM TRACTOR
5/16" x 1"
HEX BOLTS
SHOULDER BOLT
Figure 1
STANDARD TRACTOR FRAMES WITH 16" TIRES
8. Attach a frame bracket to each side of the tractor frame.
Use two 5/16" x 1" hex bolts and 5/16" lock washers in
the holes shown in front of the axle. Use a 1/4" x 1" hex
bolt and 1/4" hex lock nut in the rear hole as shown.
Tighten carefully to avoid stripping threads in tractor
frame. See figure 2.
9. Assemble a shoulder bolt and a 3/8" hex lock nut to the
lower hole in each frame bracket as shown in figure 2.
1/4" HEX
LOCK NUT
1/4" x 1"
HEX BOLT
3/8" HEX
LOCK NUT
4. Remove any front mounted attachments which may
be installed on your tractor.
5. Mark and save all removed parts.
5/16" x 1"
HEX BOLTS
4
5/16" LOCK
WASHERS
3/8" HEX
LOCK NUT
SHOULDER BOLT
Figure 2
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