OPERATION
OM 0370SB1388-A 26
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ENERAL
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REPARATION
1. Read the operator’s manual carefully before
using the tractor and snowblower. Be
thoroughly familiar with the controls and
proper use of the equipment. Know how to
stop the unit and disengage the controls
quickly.
2. Make sure the snowblower is clear of snow
before engaging the driveline.
3. Make sure the auger and fan operate freely.
4. Check the oil level in the worm gear box and if
necessary, add SAE 80W90 gear oil, AGMA
5EP oil or equivalent.
5. Check the three shear bolts, one on each
auger section and one between the fan and
gearbox for proper tightness.
6. Adjust so that the snowblower skid shoes run
level.
7. Wear adequate winter outer garments while
operating equipment.
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PERATING CONTROLS
Deflector Adjustment
Set the angle of deflection according to the
distance the snow must be thrown. To set the
deflector angle, remove the hairpin from the
adjustment tube, adjust the deflector to the
appropriate angle and replace the hairpin.
Raising and Lowering the Snowblower
Move the three point lever down or forward to
lower, and up or rearward to raise.
Work and Travel Speed
Working ground speed will depend on the depth
and density of the snow to be cleared. Normally,
ground speed will range from 4 to 7 MPH for light,
dry snowfalls 3 to 6 inches, and 1 to 3 MPH for
heavy, wet or drifted snow. To transport,
disengage the drive shaft and raise the
snowblower to full transport height.
PTO Operation
The driveline is activated by pulling up the
driveline lever on left side of seat. Push down to
disengage.
WARNING: To avoid personal injury, be
sure the tractor engine is off, the drive shaft
disengaged, and all movement has stopped
before making any adjustments.
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DJUSTMENTS
Chain Idler Adjustment
1. Slightly loosen the adjustable idler nut
2. Slide a lever under idler (item 2) and lift idler by
pressing beside drive sprocket (item 3) as to
bring the tension spring (item 4) length to 9"
maximum.
3. Tighten nut (item 1) according to the torque
specification table.
Skid Shoe Adjustment
Adjust the snowblower so that the skid shoes run
level. Adjust the skid shoes according to the surface
conditions so that stones are not thrown with the
snow, and adjust upwards for smooth surfaces.
Adjust both skid shoes to the same height to keep the
cutting edge level.
To adjust skid shoes, remove the pins and reinsert in
the hole appropriate to the surface conditions:
Clearance between cutting edge and surface:
•
Level paved surface:
Adjust to 1/16" to 1/8"
•
Uneven or gravel surface:
Adjust to 1/2" and more
according to size of gravel.
