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Curtis Sno-Pro 5FBMSB Assembly/Mounting Instructions

Front end loader blades for tractor and skid-steer loaders
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FRONT END LOADER BLADES
For Tractor and Skid-Steer Loaders
F.E.L.B. Standard Mount - Part Number 5FBMSB
F.E.L.B. Skid Steer Mount - Part Number 5FBMSS
F.E.L.B. John Deere Quick Attach Mount - Part Number 5FBMQA
Assembly & Mounting Instructions
WARNING
ALWAYS travel at reduced speed when Loader Blade is attached.
ALWAYS ensure Lift Chain (if used) is securely attached to Grab Hook.
ALWAYS familiarize yourself with area to be plowed.
DO NOT exceed 10 mph when plowing snow.
DO NOT exceed 5 mph if obstructions could be encountered when plowing.
ALWAYS lower Loader Blade to ground when not in use.
DO NOT position any part of your body under Loader Blade.
DO NOT use any part of your body when dislodging an obstruction from
Loader Blade Assembly.
DO NOT service Loader Blade in tripped condition. Dangerous release of
stored energy may result.
NOTE: Curtis F.E.L.B.'s are suited for installation on Tractors and Skid Steer Vehicles up to 47HP.
Curtis Industries Inc. LLC, 111 Higgins St., Worcester, MA 01606 TEL: (800) 343-7676 FAX: (508) 854-3377 For Parts and information visit us at www.Curtisindustries.net
Curtis Industries Inc. LLC, reserves the right to change product design or specifications without notice or liability.
Curtis Snow Plows are protected by the following U.S. Patent Numbers: 6,145,222 and 6,209,231 Licensed under U.S. Patent Number 5,568,694 & Canadian Patent Number 2,137,853.
Rev A October 11th, 2012
Do not attempt to install or operate Front End Loader Blade
without reading and understanding all Warnings and Instructions
in this Manual and on the Loader Blade.
Other patents pending.
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Summary of Contents for Curtis Sno-Pro 5FBMSB

  • Page 1 Curtis Industries Inc. LLC, reserves the right to change product design or specifications without notice or liability. Curtis Snow Plows are protected by the following U.S. Patent Numbers: 6,145,222 and 6,209,231 Licensed under U.S. Patent Number 5,568,694 & Canadian Patent Number 2,137,853.
  • Page 2 Figure 1. Front End Loader Blade Illustrated Parts List 2 of 14...
  • Page 3 Figure 2. Front End Loader Blade Illustrated Parts List (continued) PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. NOTES 1TBP21D 5' Moldboard Kit 1TBP21E 6' Moldboard Kit 1TBP21F 6.5' Moldboard Kit 1TBP21G 7' Moldboard Kit 1TBP21AF 7.5' Moldboard Kit 1TBP21BF 8' Moldboard Kit 1TBP22B1 Trip Frame 1TBP29A A-Frame...
  • Page 4 Curtis Front End Loader Blade (F.E.L.B.) Assembly Instructions 1.) Lay Moldboard on its face with ribbing up. To prevent paint damage place cardboard under top bend. 2.) If assembling a 5' to 7' Moldboard skip to Step #3. If assembling a 7-1/2' or 8' Moldboard, locate four Mold- board Spring Mount Brackets, two left (1TBP133L) and two right (1TBP133R).
  • Page 5 Figure 4. Mount Trip Frame to Moldboard Trip Frame is attached to Moldboard Note orientation of with 4 Clevis Pins in locations shown Left and Right Clevis Pins Install Clevis Pin and secure with Cotter Pin Cotter Pin 1" x 4" Clevis Pin TRIP FRAME LEFT SIDE...
  • Page 6 Figure 6. Trip Spring Installation - Adjustable Trip Performance TRIP FRAME FRONT VIEW Use Lower four Holes for heavier Use Upper four Holes for lighter Plow trip when striking an obstacle Plow trip when striking an obstacle Trip Frame Spring Mounting Tabs on Trip Frame Figure 7.
  • Page 7 Curtis Front End Loader Blade (F.E.L.B.) Assembly Instructions (continued) 7.) Locate both 10" Angle Cylinders (1TBP27) and mount one to each side of the A-Frame. The Angle Cylinders will be inserted into the A-Frame at the front through the slots, with the Hydraulic Port facing up and visible through the opening at the top of the A-Frame.
  • Page 8 Some tractors have an auxillary valve that can be IMPORTANT used, or an optional valve kit can be purchased from Curtis. The last option is to connect the lines from the loader tilt cylinders and tie them into the bypass block. Be sure to connect before the T-Fitting that connects the left and right tilt cylinders.
  • Page 9 Figure 10. Install Hydraulic Hoses Connect Hydraulic Hoses from L & R Angle Cylinders to By-Pass Relief Valve Figure 11. F.E.L.B. with Skidsteer Reference View 9 of 14...

  • Page 10: Additional Notes

    • Due to Tractor Loader Arm variations, Dealer/Customer is to supply Attachment Pins. Curtis recommends a Grade 8 Bolt and Nylon Locknut of the proper length and diameter. After 2 hours of use, all bolted assemblies on the F.E.L.B. should be rechecked for IMPORTANT proper torque specifications and tightened as needed.
  • Page 11 Figure 13. Loader Blade secured with Lift Chain LOADER CROSS-BRACE Lift Chain secured with Grab Hook Attach Lift Chain to Loader • (If Loader Tilt Cylinders have been disconnected for Power Angle) 1.) Find a secure spot on the Loader Cross-Brace to wrap Lift Chain (1TBP31) around. The Chain should go over the Top of the Cross-Brace and wrap underneath.
  • Page 12 Figure 14. Skid Steer Adaptor - Part Number: 1FELB1BW Figure 15. John Deere Quick Attach Adaptor - Part Number: 5FBMQA 12 of 14...
  • Page 13 NOTE Curtis Auxiliary By-Pass Control Valve Port designations are for reference only. 6.) Route Curtis Supplied Angle Hoses from "C" and "D" Ports on Curtis By-Pass Relief Valve to Left and Right Angle Cylinders. 7.) Check all Hydraulic connections and test operation. Inspect for leaks.

  • Page 14: Limited Warranty

    Curtis Industries Inc. LLC, reserves the right to change product design or specifications without notice or liability. Curtis Snow Plows are protected by the following U.S. Patent Numbers: 6,145,222 and 6,209,231 Licensed under U.S. Patent Number 5,568,694 & Canadian Patent Number 2,137,853.

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