Woods Equipment SB84S, SB64S, SB54S, SB74S User Manual

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SNOWBLOWER

SB54S

SB64S

SB74C

SB84C

MAN0869 (Rev. 12/6/2011)

OPERATOR'S MANUAL

TO THE DEALER:

Assembly and proper installation of this product is the responsibility of the Woods® dealer. Read manual instructions and safety rules. Make sure all items on the Dealer’s Pre-Delivery and Delivery Check Lists in the Operator’s Manual are completed before releasing equipment to the owner.

The dealer must complete the online Product Registration form at the Woods Dealer Website which certifies that all Dealer Check List items have been completed. Please contact your dealer to complete this form. Dealers can register all Woods product at dealer.WoodsEquipment.com under Product Registration.

Failure to register the product does not diminish customer’s warranty rights.

TO THE OWNER:

Read this manual before operating your Woods equipment. The information presented will prepare you to do a better and safer job. Keep this manual handy for ready reference. Require all operators to read this manual carefully and become acquainted with all adjustment and operating procedures before attempting to operate. Replacement manuals can be obtained from your dealer. To locate your nearest dealer, check the Dealer Locator at www.WoodsEquipment.com, or in the United States and Canada call 1-800-319-6637.

The equipment you have purchased has been carefully engineered and manufactured to provide dependable and satisfactory use. Like all mechanical products, it will require cleaning and upkeep. Lubricate the unit as specified. Observe all safety information in this manual and safety decals on the equipment.

For service, your authorized Woods dealer has trained mechanics, genuine Woods service parts, and the necessary tools and equipment to handle all your needs.

Use only genuine Woods service parts. Substitute parts will void the warranty and may not meet standards required for safe and satisfactory operation. Record the model number and serial number of your equipment in the spaces provided:

Model: _______________________________

Date of Purchase: _____________________

Serial Number: (see Safety Decal section for location) ____________________________________

Provide this information to your dealer to obtain correct repair parts.

Throughout this manual, the term NOTICE is used to indicate that failure to observe can cause damage to equipment. The terms CAUTION, WARNING, and DANGER are used in conjunction with the Safety-Alert Symbol (a triangle with an exclamation mark) to indicate the degree of hazard for items of personal safety.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 GENERAL INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 SAFETY RULES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 SAFETY DECALS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 OWNER SERVICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 TROUBLE SHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 DEALER CHECK LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 INDEX TO PARTS LISTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 BOLT TORQUE CHART . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 BOLT SIZE CHART & ABBREVIATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 PRODUCT WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 REPLACEMENT PARTS WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Inside Back Cover

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SPECIFICATIONS

Width Of Cut: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SB54S . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54" SB64S . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64" SB74C. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74" SB84C. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84"

Cutting Height . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24"(S Models) , 26"(C Models)

Number of Augers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Auger Diameter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15"

Fan Diameter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SB54S/SB64S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22"

SB74C/SB84C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24"

Auger Flighting Thickness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5/16" x 2"

Roller Chain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #50

Chute Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 270 Deg.

Chute Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SB54S/SB64S. . . . . . . . . . . . . 24-1/4"

SB74C/SB84C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29"

Operating Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SB54S . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 415lbs

SB64S . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 436lbs

SB74C. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 592lbs

SB84C. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 632lbs

PTO Horsepower Requirement: . . . . SB54S . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . < = 25 H.P. SB64S . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 - 35 H.P. SB74C. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 - 50 H.P. SB84C. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 - 60 H.P.

Tractor Hitch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SB54S/SB64S. . Limited CAT1 & CAT1

SB74C/SB84C . . . . . . . CAT1 & CAT2

PTO Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 540 RPM

Auger Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180 RPM

Gearbox Oil Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.52 Qt SAE 80W-90

GENERAL INFORMATION

Some illustrations in this manual show the equipment with safety shields removed to provide a better view. This equipment should never be operated with any necessary safety shielding removed.

The purpose of this manual is to assist you in operating and maintaining your snowblower. Read it carefully. It furnishes information and instructions that will help you achieve years of dependable performance. These instructions have been compiled from extensive field experience and engineering data. Some information

may be general in nature due to unknown and varying operating conditions. However, through experience and these instructions, you should be able to develop procedures suitable to your particular situation.

The illustrations and data used in this manual were current at the time of printing, but due to possible inline production changes, your machine may vary slightly in detail. We reserve the right to redesign and change the machines as may be necessary without notification.

Throughout this manual, references are made to right, left, forward and rearward directions. These are determined by sitting in the tractor operator's seat facing the direction of forward travel.

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SAFETY RULES

ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!

Safety is a primary concern in the design and manufacture of our products. Unfortunately, our efforts to provide safe equipment can be wiped out by an operator’s single careless act.

In addition to the design and configuration of equipment, hazard control and accident prevention are dependent upon the awareness, concern, judgement, and proper training of personnel involved in the operation, transport, maintenance and storage of equipment.

It has been said “The best safety device is an informed, careful operator.” We ask you to be that kind of operator.

TRAINING

Safety instructions are important! Read all attachment and power unit manuals; follow all safety rules and safety decal information. (Replacement manuals and safety decals are available from your dealer. To locate your nearest dealer, check the Dealer Locator at www.WoodsEquipment.com, or in the United States and Canada call 1-800-319- 6637.) Failure to follow instructions or safety rules can result in serious injury or death.

If you do not understand any part of this manual and need assistance, see your dealer.

Know your controls and how to stop engine and attachment quickly in an emergency.

Operators must be instructed in and be capable of the safe operation of the equipment, its attachments, and all controls. Do not allow anyone to operate this equipment without proper instructions.

Keep hands and body away from pressurized lines. Use paper or cardboard, not hands or other body parts to check for leaks. Wear safety goggles. Hydraulic fluid under pressure can easily penetrate skin and will cause serious injury or death.

Make sure that all operating and service personnel know that if hydraulic fluid penetrates skin, it must be surgically removed as soon as possible by a doctor familiar with this form of injury or gangrene, serious injury, or death will result. CONTACT A PHYSICIAN IMMEDIATELY IF FLUID ENTERS SKIN OR EYES. DO NOT DELAY.

Never allow children or untrained persons to operate equipment.

PREPARATION

Check that all hardware is properly installed. Always tighten to torque chart specifications unless instructed otherwise in this manual.

Air in hydraulic systems can cause erratic operation and allows loads or equipment components to drop unexpectedly. When connecting equipment or hoses or performing any hydraulic maintenance, purge any air in hydraulic system by operating all hydraulic functions several times. Do this before putting into service or allowing anyone to approach the equipment.

Always wear relatively tight and belted clothing to avoid getting caught in moving parts. Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and protective equipment for eyes, hair, hands, hearing, and head; and respirator or filter mask where appropriate.

Make sure attachment is properly secured, adjusted, and in good operating condition.

Make sure all safety decals are installed. Replace if damaged. (See Safety Decals section for location.)

Make sure shields and guards are properly installed and in good condition. Replace if damaged.

Make sure spring-activated locking pin or collar slides freely and is seated firmly in tractor PTO spline groove.

A minimum 20% of tractor and equipment weight must be on the tractor front wheels when attachments are in transport position. Without this weight, front tractor wheels could raise up resulting in loss of steering. The weight may be attained with front wheel weights, ballast in tires or front tractor weights. Weigh the tractor and equipment. Do not estimate.

Inspect and clear area of stones, branches, or other hard objects that might be thrown, causing injury or damage.

OPERATION

Never place hands or body into discharge chute or auger to unclog. Stored energy can cause auger to quickly rotate when unclogging occurs and cause severe injury or amputation. Stop engine, remove key, disconnect driveline, and carefully unclog, using a sturdy piece of wood.

Keep bystanders away from equipment.

Never direct discharge toward people, animals, or property.

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SAFETY RULES

ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!

Do not operate or transport equipment while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

Operate only in daylight or good artificial light.

Keep hands, feet, hair, and clothing away from equipment while engine is running. Stay clear of all moving parts.

Always comply with all state and local lighting and marking requirements.

Never allow riders on power unit or attachment.

Always sit in power unit seat when operating controls or starting engine. Securely fasten seat belt, place transmission in neutral, engage brake, and ensure all other controls are disengaged before starting power unit engine.

Operate tractor PTO at RPM listed on safety decal located on fan housing above gearbox. Do not exceed.

Do not operate PTO during transport.

Look down and to the rear and make sure area is clear before operating in reverse.

Do not operate or transport on steep slopes.

Do not stop, start, or change directions suddenly on slopes.

Use extreme care and reduce ground speed on slopes and rough terrain.

Use extreme care when working close to fences, ditches, other obstructions, or on hillsides.

Watch for hidden hazards on the terrain during operation.

Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways.

Stop power unit and equipment immediately upon striking an obstruction. Turn off engine, remove key, inspect, and repair any damage before resuming operation.

Before dismounting power unit or performing any service or maintenance, follow these steps: disengage power to equipment, lower the 3-point hitch and all raised components to the ground, operate valve levers to release any hydraulic pressure, set parking brake, stop engine, remove key, and unfasten seat belt.

Before performing any service or maintenance, disconnect driveline from tractor PTO.

MAINTENANCE

Before dismounting power unit or performing any service or maintenance, follow these steps:

disengage power to equipment, lower the 3-point hitch and all raised components to the ground, operate valve levers to release any hydraulic pressure, set parking brake, stop engine, remove key, and unfasten seat belt.

Before performing any service or maintenance, disconnect driveline from tractor PTO.

NEVER GO UNDERNEATH EQUIPMENT. Never place any part of the body underneath equipment or between moveable parts even when the engine has been turned off. Hydraulic system leak-down, hydraulic system failures, mechanical failures, or movement of control levers can cause equipment to drop or rotate unexpectedly and cause severe injury or death.

Service work does not require going underneath implement.

Read Operator's Manual for service instructions or have service performed by a qualified dealer.

Service and maintenance work not covered in OWNER SERVICE must be done by a qualified dealership. Special skills, tools, and safety procedures may be required. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious injury or death.

Do not modify or alter or permit anyone else to modify or alter the equipment or any of its components in any way.

Your dealer can supply original equipment hydraulic accessories and repair parts. Substitute parts may not meet original equipment specifications and may be dangerous.

Always wear relatively tight and belted clothing to avoid getting caught in moving parts. Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and protective equipment for eyes, hair, hands, hearing, and head; and respirator or filter mask where appropriate.

Make sure attachment is properly secured, adjusted, and in good operating condition.

Keep all persons away from operator control area while performing adjustments, service, or maintenance.

Tighten all bolts, nuts, and screws to torque chart specifications. Check that all cotter pins are installed securely to ensure equipment is in a safe condition before putting unit into service.

Make sure all safety decals are installed. Replace if damaged. (See Safety Decals section for location.)

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Make sure shields and guards are properly installed and in good condition. Replace if damaged.

Do not disconnect hydraulic lines until engine is stopped, power unit is properly secured, equipment and all components are lowered to the ground, and system pressure is released by operating all valve control levers.

Use a suitable lifting device of sufficient capacity. Use adequate personnel to handle heavy components.

STORAGE

Block equipment securely for storage.

Keep children and bystanders away from storage area.

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SAFETY & INSTRUCTIONAL DECALS

ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!

Replace Immediately If Damaged!

4 - 1033602

1 - 1033600

5 - 1033270

7 - 1033601

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Woods Equipment SB84S, SB64S, SB54S, SB74S User Manual

SAFETY & INSTRUCTIONAL DECALS

ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! Replace Immediately If Damaged!

2 - 1033274

8 - 1033273

3 - 1033271

6 - 1033272

9 - 1033176

BE CAREFUL!

Use a clean, damp cloth to clean safety decals.

Avoid spraying too close to decals when using a pressure washer; high-pressure water can enter through very small scratches or under edges of decals causing them to peel or come off.

Replacement safety decals can be ordered free from your Woods dealer. To locate your nearest dealer, check the Dealer Locator at www.WoodsEquipment.com, or in the United States and Canada call

1-800-319-6637.

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OPERATION

The operator is responsible for the safe operation of the snowblower. The operator must be properly trained. Operators should be familiar with the tractor, snowblower, and all safety practices before starting operation. Read through safety rules and decals on page 5 through page 9.

Safety instructions are important! Read all attachment and power unit manuals; follow all safety rules and safety decal information. (Replacement manuals and safety decals are available from your dealer. To locate your nearest dealer, check the Dealer Locator at www.WoodsEquipment.com, or in the United States and Canada call 1-800-319- 6637.) Failure to follow instructions or safety rules can result in serious injury or death.

Operators must be instructed in and be capable of the safe operation of the equipment, its attachments, and all controls. Do not allow anyone to operate this equipment without proper instructions.

Power unit must be equipped with ROPS or ROPS cab and seat belt. Keep seat belt securely fastened. Falling off power unit can result in death from being run over or crushed. Keep foldable ROPS system in “locked up” position at all times.

Do not allow bystanders in the area when operating, attaching, removing, assembling, or servicing equipment.

Never allow children or untrained persons to operate equipment.

Never go underneath equipment (lowered to the ground or raised) unless it is properly blocked and secured. Never place any part of the body underneath equipment or between moveable parts even when the engine has been turned off. Hydraulic system leak down, hydraulic system failures, mechanical failures, or movement of control levers can cause equipment to drop or rotate unexpectedly and cause severe injury or death. Follow Operator's Manual instructions for working underneath and blocking requirements or have work done by a qualified dealer.

Keep bystanders away from equipment.

Keep hands, feet, hair, and clothing away from equipment while engine is running. Stay clear of all moving parts.

Never place hands or body into discharge chute or auger to unclog. Stored energy can cause auger to quickly rotate when unclogging occurs and cause severe injury or amputation. Stop engine,

remove key, disconnect driveline, and carefully unclog, using a sturdy piece of wood.

Keep hands and body away from pressurized lines. Use paper or cardboard, not hands or other body parts to check for leaks. Wear safety goggles. Hydraulic fluid under pressure can easily penetrate skin and will cause serious injury or death.

Make sure that all operating and service personnel know that if hydraulic fluid penetrates skin, it must be surgically removed as soon as possible by a doctor familiar with this form of injury or gangrene, serious injury, or death will result. CONTACT A PHYSICIAN IMMEDIATELY IF FLUID ENTERS SKIN OR EYES. DO NOT DELAY.

Before dismounting power unit or performing any service or maintenance, follow these steps: disengage power to equipment, lower the 3-point hitch and all raised components to the ground, operate valve levers to release any hydraulic pressure, set parking brake, stop engine, remove key, and unfasten seat belt.

Make sure spring-activated locking pin or collar slides freely and is seated firmly in tractor PTO spline groove.

Operate tractor PTO at 540 RPM. Do not exceed.

Make sure attachment is properly secured, adjusted, and in good operating condition.

If you do not understand any part of this manual and need assistance, see your dealer.

Always wear relatively tight and belted clothing to avoid getting caught in moving parts. Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and protective equipment for eyes, hair, hands, hearing, and head; and respirator or filter mask where appropriate.

NOTICE

Be sure to complete the Pre-Operation Check

List on page 15 prior to operating this Snowblower.

PRINCIPAL COMPONENTS

The snowblower has three main operating components. A 15" diameter auger dislodges the snow and carries it to a central fan. The snow is then discharged by the fan and directed away from the blower through a controllable spout.

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The snowblower is mounted on a tractor 3-point hitch and driven by the tractor PTO. A centrally located gearbox directs power to the fan and auger.

TRACTOR REQUIREMENTS

3-Point Hitch

The compact snowblower (C series) requires the tractor to be equipped with a Category 1 or 2 three-point hitch. The sub-compact (S series) snowblower requires the tractor to be equipped with a limited Category 1 or Category 1 three-point hitch.

Hydraulic Circuit

Either closed-center or open-center systems can be used for the optional hydraulic spout control.

Tire Configuration

For best results, the tractor wheels should be set narrower than the cutting width of the snowblower. Wider wheel settings will cause snow to be pulled under the tractor and may require additional passes.

PTO Shaft

The tractor must be configured to accept a 1-3/8" 6- spline 540 RPM system and must meet horsepower specifications. See specifications, page 4.

Tractor Stability

A minimum 20% of tractor and equipment weight must be on the tractor front wheels when attachments are in transport position. Without this weight, front tractor wheels could raise up resulting in loss of steering. The weight may be attained with front wheel weights, ballast in tires or front tractor weights. Weigh the tractor and equipment. Do not estimate.

Figure 1. Tractor Stability (Typical)

ATTACHING SNOWBLOWER TO TRACTOR

1.Move the tractor into position in front of the snowblower. Move back slowly and carefully, not allowing anyone to be between the tractor and the snowblower.

2.Turn off tractor engine.

3.Attach two lower arms of 3-point hitch with the two hitch-pin assemblies.

4.Attach tractor center link to upper hitch point of snowblower. Adjust length of center link until the top edge of the frame ends are parallel to ground.

5.Adjust tractor lower 3-point arm anti-sway devices to prevent snowblower from swinging side to side during transport.

6.Attach front PTO driveline from snowblower to tractor. Slide front section of PTO driveline into back section. Slide PTO shaft onto rear of tractor.

NOTICE

If the PTO driveline is too long, severe driveline and gearbox damage is possible when hooking up the PTO driveline from the rotary snowblower to the tractor. The front PTO driveline is long enough to fit a variety of tractors. It is possible that the front PTO driveline will need to be cut. There will be NO benefit by cutting only one telescoping section. Both sections of the driveline must be cut. DO NOT FORCE THE PTO TO FIT.

If attaching with quick hitch, the distance between the tractor PTO and gearbox input shaft will increase. Please follow the steps as you would for a 3-point hitch to insure proper engagement.

When attaching snow blower to multiple tractors consider the drive length needed for each tractor and whether the drive line will work in all combinations.

WARRANTY IS VOID IF THE PTO DRIVELINE IS TOO LONG, resulting in gearbox, PTO, yoke or cross bearing damage.

NOTE: The PTO driveline, when attached to the tractor and gearbox, must not extend so there is less than 10-3/4” (bilobe) or 4-1/2" (trilobe) of overlap within the PTO driveline.

DRIVELINE ATTACHMENT

Attach snowblower to tractor 3-point hitch (or quick hitch if available). Do not attach driveline the first time you attach the snow blower to the tractor. Raise and lower snowblower to determine maximum and minimum distance between tractor PTO shaft and gearbox input shaft. If distance is too large, driveline will be too short for proper engagement. If distance is too small, driveline may bottom out in operation and damage snowblower or tractor.

If driveline is too short, please call your Woods dealer for a longer driveline.

If driveline is too long, please follow instructions for shortening driveline.

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SHORTENING DRIVELINE

1.Move snowblower up and down to get shortest possible distance between tractor PTO shaft and gearbox input shaft. Leave snowblower in minimum distance position. Install jack stands under snowblower for support.

2.Separate driveline into two halves and connect them to tractor and gearbox.

3.Place driveline halves parallel to one another to determine how much to shorten the driveline.

Figure 2. Drive Halves Placed Parallel

4.Measure from end of upper shield to base of bell on the lower shield (A). Add 1-1/4" to dimension

(A).

A

1-1/4"

Figure 3. Determine Shield Length

5. Cut upper shield to this overall dimension

Figure 4. Cut Shield

6.Place cut portion of shield against end of shaft and use as a guide. Mark and cut shaft.

Figure 5. Cut Shaft to Length

7.Repeat step 4 through 6 for other half of drive.

8.File and clean the cut ends of both drive halves. Ensure the drive halves slide smoothly together.

Do not run tractor if proper driveline engagement cannot be obtained through these methods.

Connect driveline to tractor PTO shaft, making sure spring-activated locking collar slides freely and locks driveline to PTO shaft.

MACHINE BREAK-IN

Although there are no operational restrictions on the snowblower when used for the first time, the following items are to be checked.

A.After operating for 1/2 hour:

1.Check all nuts, bolts and other fasteners. Tighten to their specified torque level.

2.Check drive chain tension. Adjust as required.

3.Check that auger, fan and spout are in good condition.

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4.Check oil level in the gearbox. Add as required.

5.Lubricate all grease points.

B.After operating for 5 to 10 hours:

1.Repeat items 1 through 4 of Section A.

2.Then go to normal Owner Service Section, page 16.

OPERATION

Each operator should review this section of the manual at the start of the season and as often as required to be familiar with the machine. When using, follow this procedure:

1.Review and follow the "Pre-Operation Check List," page 15.

2.Review "Attaching Snowblower to Tractor" section, page 11.

3.Before going to the field, review "Transporting" section, page 14.

4.Position snowblower in a level area and lower into working position.

5.Starting Snowblower:

Be sure area is clear of all bystanders.

Run engine at low idle.

Slowly engage PTO control to start machine.

Slowly bring engine to rated PTO speed. Never exceed rated speed

6.Stopping Machine:

Slowly decrease engine speed to low idle.

Wait until PTO drive and snowblower have slowed to low engine idle speed before disengaging PTO drive.

Before dismounting power unit or performing any service or maintenance, follow these steps: disengage power to equipment, lower the 3-point hitch and all raised components to the ground, operate valve levers to release any hydraulic pressure, set parking brake, stop engine, remove key, and unfasten seat belt.

Before performing any service or maintenance, disconnect driveline from tractor PTO.

7.Do not operate with bystanders in area. The machine can pick up stones, sticks, wire and other debris and throw it out with enough force to cause severe injury or death to bystanders. Shut down machine and wait for moving parts to stop before approaching machine.

8.Ground Speed: Travel speed can vary between 1.5 and 8 mph depending on material and terrain conditions. It is the responsibility of the operator to note the condition of the job being done and set the speed to obtain proper feeding rate and maintain safe control of machine.

9.The PTO driveline is equipped with a shear bolt, Figure 6, that protects drive system components from shock loads if machine strikes an obstruction. See parts section for bolt size and grade.

Figure 6. Shear Bolts

10. Operating Requirements:

Never direct discharge toward people, animals, or property.

Know where you are operating. Remove all unwanted trash and debris before starting. It can wrap around auger or be thrown out of machine during operation.

Keep auger and fan in good condition. Do not operate with a damaged fan or auger.

Do not allow the auger to hit and scalp ground during operation. Hitting ground will pick up soil or rocks that can be thrown out of machine.

To change direction of snow discharge, rotate the discharge chute. It will rotate 270°.

To move a discharge chute equipped with an optional hydraulic control, use tractor hydraulic control to direct discharge left or right within its 270° range. It will not rotate a full 360°.

NOTE: For hydraulic rotator option, if chute turns too quickly, adjust flow control on tractor hydraulics.

NOTE: Operating hydraulic deflector cylinder requires low tractor flow rates. When initially operating cylinder reduce tractor hydraulic flow rate to

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