Toro 106-8259 Installation Instructions
Form No. 3329-618
44in Two–Stage Snowthrower
Conversion Kit
XT Series Garden Tractor
Part No. 106–8259
Installation Instructions
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Original Instructions (EN)
This kit is for installing an existing 300 Series Classic Two Stage Snowthrwoer onto a XT Tractor.
Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position.
Contents
Safety 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General Snowthrower Safety 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Preparation 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operation 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maintenance and Storage 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Toro Snowthrower Safety 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Setup 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Loose Parts 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removing the Existing Auger Housing to
the Frame 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing the Lift Tube to the Snowthrower 6. . . . .
Installing the Idler Pulley Bracket 7. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing the Guide Plate 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing the Snowthrower to the Tractor 7. . . . . . .
Installing the Snowthrower Tension Spring 11. . . . . .
Installing the Belt and Belt Spring 11. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing the Chute Control Rod and Support 13. . . .
Adjusting the Lift Springs 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operation 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating the Power Take Off (PTO) 14. . . . . . . . . .
Using the Attachment Power Lift 14. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating the Attachment Lift Lever 15. . . . . . . . . . .
Adjusting the Discharge Chute 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tips for Throwing Snow 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maintenance 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Recommended Maintenance Schedule 17. . . . . . . . .
Greasing and Lubrication 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Replacing the Snowthrower Belt 19. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removing the Snowthrower 19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjusting the Skids 22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Replacing the Scraper Blade 23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjusting the Drive Chain Tension 24. . . . . . . . . . . .
Storage 24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Troubleshooting 25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Safety
Improper use or maintenance by the operator or owner
can result in injury. To reduce the potential for injury,
comply with the safety instructions in the traction unit
operator’s manual and always pay attention to the
safety alert
WARNING, or DANGER—“personal safety
instruction.” Failure to comply with the instruction may
result in personal injury or death.
When the snowthrower is in operation, the
impeller and auger can be rotating and cut off or
injure hands and feet.
• Before adjusting, cleaning, repairing and
inspecting the snowthrower, and before
unclogging the discharge chute, stop the engine
and wait for all moving parts to stop. Remove the
key.
• Use a stick, not your hands, to remove an
obstruction from the discharge chute.
• Stay behind the handles and away from the
discharge opening while operating the
snowthrower.
• Keep face, hands, feet, and any other part of
your body or clothing away from concealed,
moving, or rotating parts.
The auger/impeller may pick up and throw stones,
toys, and other foreign objects, causing serious
personal injury to the operator or to bystanders.
• Keep the area to be cleared free of all objects
that could be picked up and thrown by the
auger/impeller.
• Keep all children and pets away from area of
operation.
symbol, which means CAUTION,
Danger
Warning
2003 by The Toro Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420-1196
All Rights Reserved
Printed in the USA
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General Snowthrower Safety
The following instructions have been adapted from the
ANSI/OPEI and ISO standards.
Preparation
• Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to
be used and remove all doormats, sleds, boards, wires,
and other foreign objects.
• Do not operate the equipment without wearing adequate
winter outer garments. Wear footwear that will improve
footing on slippery surfaces.
• Adjust the auger housing height to clear gravel or
crushed rock surface.
• Never attempt to make any adjustments while the
engine is running, except when specifically
recommended by Toro.
• Let engine and machine adjust to outdoor temperatures
before starting to clear snow.
• The operation of any powered machine can result in
foreign objects being thrown into the eyes. Always wear
safety glasses or eye shields during operation or while
performing an adjustment or repair.
Operation
• Never operate the snowthrower without proper guards,
plates, or other safety protective devices in place.
• Never operate the snow thrower near glass enclosures,
automobiles, window wells, drop-offs, and the like
without proper adjustment of the snow discharge angle.
Keep children and pets away.
• Do not overload the machine capacity by attempting to
clear snow at too fast a rate.
• Never operate the machine at high transport speeds on
slippery surfaces. Look behind and use care when
moving in reverse.
• Never direct discharge at bystanders or allow anyone in
front of the unit.
• Disengage power to the auger/impeller when the
snowthrower is transported or not in use.
• Never operate the snowthrower without good visibility
or light.
Maintenance and Storage
• Check fasteners at frequent intervals for proper
tightness to be sure the equipment is in safe working
condition.
• Always refer to the operator’s manual for important
details if the snowthrower is to be stored for an
extended period.
• Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.
Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.
• Exercise extreme caution when operating on or crossing
gravel drives, walks, or roads. Stay alert for hidden
hazards or traffic. Do not carry passengers.
• After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, remove
the wire(s) from the spark plug(s), thoroughly inspect
the snowthrower for any damage, and repair the damage
before restarting and operating the snowthrower.
• If the unit should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the
engine and check immediately for the cause. Vibration
is generally a warning of trouble.
• Stop the engine whenever you leave the operating
position, before unclogging the auger/impeller housing
or discharge chute, and when making any repairs,
adjustments, or inspections.
• When cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make certain
the auger/impeller and all moving parts have stopped.
Disconnect the spark plug wire(s) and keep the wire
away from the plug to prevent someone from
accidentally starting the engine.
• Do not clear snow across the face of slopes. Exercise
extreme caution when changing direction on slopes. Do
not attempt to clear steep slopes.
• Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as
necessary.
• Run the machine a few minutes after throwing snow to
prevent freeze-up of the auger/impeller.
Toro Snowthrower Safety
The following list contains safety information specific to
Toro products or other safety information that you must
know that is not included in the ANSI or ISO standards.
• The rotating auger/impeller or rotor blades can cut
off or injure fingers or hands. Stay in the operator’s
position and away from the discharge opening while
operating the snowthrower. Keep your face hands,
feet, and any other part of your body or clothing
away from concealed, moving, or rotating parts.
• Before adjusting, cleaning, repairing, and inspecting the
snowthrower, and before unclogging the dischar ge
chute, stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for
all moving parts to stop. Also, pull the wire(s) off of
the spark plug(s) and keep it away from the plug(s) to
prevent someone from accidentally starting the engine.
• Use a stick, not your hands to remove obstructions
from the discharge chute.
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• Before leaving the operator’s position, stop the engine,
remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop.
• Do not wear loose fitting clothing that could possibly
get caught in moving parts.
• If a shield, safely device, or decal is damaged, illegible,
or lost, repair or replace it before beginning operation.
Also, tighten any loose fasteners.
• Do not use the snowthrower on a roof.
• Perform only those maintenance instructions described
in this manual. Before performing any maintenance,
service, or adjustment, stop the engine, remove the key
and pull the wire(s) from the spark plug(s), keeping it
away from the plug(s) to prevent someone form
accidentally starting the engine. If major repairs are
ever needed, contact your Authorized Toro Service
Dealer.
• To ensure the best performance and safety, purchase
only genuine Toro replacement parts and accessories to
keep the Toro all Toro. Do not use “Will Fit”
replacement parts and accessories as they could
cause a safety hazard.
Setup
Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine
from the normal operating position.
Loose Parts
Note: Use the chart below to identify parts used for assembly.
Description Qty. Use
Frame
Bolt, 3/8 x 1–1/4 inch
Locknut, 3/8 inch
Chain
Lift rod
Lift tube
Clevis pin
Pin clip
Eyebolt
Locknut, 3/8 inch
Washer, 5/8 inch
Idler pulley bracket
Shoulder bolt, 3/8 x 1–1/4 inch
Locknut, 3/8 inch
Guide plate
Bolt, 1/2 x 1–1/4 inch
Locknut, 1/2 inch
Washer, 1/2 inch
1
8
8
1
1
1
1
1
2
2
2
1
1
1
1
2
2
2
Installing the existing auger housing to the new
frame
Installing the lift tube to the snowthrower
Installing the idler bracket
Installing the guide plate
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Description UseQty.
Snowthrower assembly
Stop rod
Chute control rod support
Hairpin cotter pin
Lift spring
Snowthrower pulley box
Washer, 15/16 inch
Lift spring
E–ring
Pivot shaft
Stop rod
Cotter pin
Belt
Belt spring
Tension spring 1 Installing the snowthrower tension spring
Chute control rod
Hairpin cotter pin
Crank support rod
Locking pin
Cotter pin
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
2
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
Installing the snowthrower to the tractor
Installing the belt and belt spring
Installing the chute control rod and support
Note: It is recommended to install wheel weights and
chains while using this snowthrower. Please contact an
Authorized Service Dealer to acquire a wheel weight kit
and chains.
Removing the Existing Auger
Housing to the Frame
1. Remove the existing snowthrower housing from the
frame of the snowthrower by removing the bolts and
nuts shown in Figure 1.
2
4
3
1
1. Frame
2. Snowthrower housing
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Figure 1
3. Bolt and lock washer
4. Bolt and locknut
5
2. Position the new frame behind the extisting
snowthrower housing.
3
3. Install the new frame to the existing snowthrower
housing with the previously removed nuts and bolts
(Fig. 2).
1
3
2
3
5
4
Figure 2
1. Existing snowthrower
housing
2. New frame
3. Bolt
4. Washer
5. Locknut
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4
5
7
2
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Figure 3
1. Discharge chute
assembly
2. Large snowthrower gear
3. Drive gear
4. Idler gear
5. New frame
6. Existing snowthrower
housing
7. Chain
Installing the Lift Tube to the
Snowthrower
1. Install the lift tube to the snowthrower frame with a
clevis pin and a pin clip (Fig. 4 and 5).
2
1
1
6
4. Install the chain around the large snowthrower gear on
the existing housing (Fig. 3).
5. Install the chain around the drive gear and the idler gear
(Fig. 3).
6. Adjust the idler gear to remove any slack in the chain
(Fig. 3).
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Figure 4
1. Lift tube
2. Clevis pin
3. Pin clip
2. Install the 2 eyebolts and 2 locknuts (3/8 inch) to the
end of the lift tube (Fig. 5). Install the eyebolt so the
threaded end is flush with the locknut.
3. Install 2 washers (5/8 inch) onto the lift rod and then
install the lift rod into the lift tube (Fig. 5 and 17).
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2
4
5
1
3 5
4
1
Figure 5
1. Lift tube
2. Eyebolt
3. Locknut, 3/8 inch
4. Washers, 5/8 inch
5. Lift Rod
Installing the Idler Pulley
Bracket
1. Install the bracket handle into the hole in the side of the
housing and align the holes in the frame and idler pulley
bracket (Fig. 6).
2. Secure the idler pulley bracket to the frame with a bolt
(3/8 x 1–1/4 inch) and a locknut (3/8 inch) (Fig. 6).
2 4
2
3
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Figure 7
1. Snowthrower pulley box
2. Guide plate
3. Bolt, 1/2 x 1–1/4 inch
4. Nut, 1/2 inch
5. Washer, 1/2 inch
Installing the Snowthrower to
the Tractor
Removing the Hood
If desired, remove the hood for better access to the upper
pulleys in the pulley box.
1. Rotate the hood fully forward (Fig. 8).
3
1
5
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Figure 6
1. Idler pulley bracket
2. Bracket handle
3. Snowthrower housing
4. Shoulder bolt, 3/8 x
1–1/4 inch
5. Locknut, 3/8 inch
Installing the Guide Plate
1. Install the guide plate to the snowthrower pulley box
with 2 bolts (1/2 x 1–1/4 inch), 2 washers (1/2 inch) and
2 locknuts (1/2 inch) (Fig. 7).
2. Disconnect the wire harness at the front left of the
machine. The harness leads up the to the head lights
(Fig. 8).
3. Slide the hood to the left side of the machine and off of
the pivot pegs (Fig. 8).
7
4
1
3
5
3
1. Hood—open position
2. Engine
3. Pivot peg
Figure 8
2
5
4. Wire harness
5. Harness connector
3
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3
1 2
Figure 9
1. Tractor
2. Snowthrower
3. Lift tube
2. Park the tractor behind the snowthrower, with the lift
tube between the front wheels (Fig. 9 and 10).
3. Disengage the power take off (PTO), set the parking
brake, stop the engine and remove the key.
4. Position the snowthrower pulley box between the
snowthrower frame (Fig. 10).
5. Slide the snowthrower pulley box into the front hitch
(Fig. 10).
Installing the Snowthrower
Caution
The snowthrower adds a lot of weight to the front
of the tractor, causing poor traction and an
unstable condition which could result in a loss of
control.
Install the 100lb rear wheel weights (sold
separately).
1. Position the snowthrower on a flat surface with the
frame and lift tube extending rearward (Fig. 9).
1
2
4
3
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Figure 10
1. Tractor
2. Front hitch
3. Snowthrower pulley box
4. Snowthrower frame
6. Place one end of the stop rod on a piece of wood
(Fig. 11).
7. Using a hammer, tap the push nut onto the end of the
stop rod (Fig. 11).
8
3
2
1
4
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Figure 11
1. Stop rod
2. Push nut
3. Hammer
4. Piece of wood
8. Install the stop rod into the front hitch and secure it with
a hairpin cotter pin (Fig. 12).
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4
2
3
1
M–7077
Figure 13
1. Lift rod
2. Tractor attachment lift
3. Hairpin cotter pin
4. Top hole in attachment lift
10.Open the mid-mount hitch by pulling out the J–pin and
moving the lock handle rearward (Fig. 14).
4
2
1
3
Figure 12
1. Stop rod
2. Front hitch
3. Cotter pin
Note: Make sure the lift tube is install in the top hole in the
attachment lift (Fig. 13).
9. Install the lift tube to the attachment lift with a hairpin
cotter pin (Fig. 13).
Figure 14
1. Front hitch
2. Mid-mount hitch
3. J–pin
4. Lock handle
11. Install the pivot shaft through one side of the
snowthrower frame (Fig. 15).
12.Install the closed loop ends of the 2 springs onto the
pivot shaft (Fig. 15).
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