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
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Frame Brackets |
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L.H. Hitch Bracket |
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Angle Lock Bar (Short) |
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Upper Lift Handle |
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Angle Brackets |
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1 |
Channel Assembly |
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Lower Lift Handle Assembly |
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Pivot Support Bracket |
M |
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Pivot Shaft |
D |
1 |
Blade Assembly |
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1 |
Channel Pivot Pin |
N |
1 |
Spring Mount Rod |
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1 |
R.H. Hitch Bracket |
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1 |
Angle Lock Bar (Long) |
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1 |
Blade Adjust Spring |
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CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK
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Description |
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Description |
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Hex Bolt, 3/8" x 3-1/2" |
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Lock Washer, 3/8" |
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Hex Bolt, 1/4" x 3-1/4" |
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1 |
Flat Washer, 3/8" |
C |
8 |
Hex Bolt, 3/8" x 1" Lg. |
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1 |
Flat Washer, 1/2" |
D |
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Hex Bolt, 5/16" x 1" Lg. |
Q |
2 |
Hairpin Cotter, 1/8" (large) |
E |
2 |
Hex Bolt, 1/4" x 1" |
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3 |
Hairpin Cotter, 3/32" (small) |
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Carriage Bolt, 3/8" x 1" Lg. |
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2 |
Palnut, 3/8" |
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Shoulder Bolt |
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Clevis Pin, 1/4" x 1-1/2" |
H |
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Hex Lock Nut, 1/4" |
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Spacer |
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Nylock Nut, 5/16" |
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Plastic Cap |
J |
1 |
Hex Nut, 3/8-16 |
W |
1 |
Angle Lock Spring |
K |
4 |
Hex Lock Nut, 3/8" |
X |
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Knob |
L |
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Flange Nut, 3/8" |
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1 |
Handle Grip |
M |
4 |
Lock Washer, 5/16" |
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SECTION 1:
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE: Right hand (R.H.) and left hand (L.H.) are determined 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.
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
4.Remove any front mounted attachments which may be installed on your tractor.
5.Mark and save all removed parts.
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
5/16" x 1" |
3/8" HEX |
HEX BOLTS |
LOCK NUT |
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SHOULDER BOLT |
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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
5/16" x 1" |
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3/8" HEX |
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5/16" LOCK |
LOCK NUT |
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WASHERS |
SHOULDER BOLT |
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Figure 2
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