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OWNER'S MANUAL
Safety, Assembly, Operating, and Maintenance Instructions
and ILLUSTRATED PARTS MANUAL
Model SB36 Single-Stage Snowblower
Please Read and Save These Instructions
Effective Date: 04-01-99
For Safety, Read All Safety and Operation
P/N 5600-1
Instructions Prior to Operating Machine
Price $5.00

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  • Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL Safety, Assembly, Operating, and Maintenance Instructions and ILLUSTRATED PARTS MANUAL Model SB36 Single-Stage Snowblower ™ Please Read and Save These Instructions Effective Date: 04-01-99 For Safety, Read All Safety and Operation P/N 5600-1 Instructions Prior to Operating Machine...
  • Page 2 Foreword Thank you. . .for purchasing a Walker snowblower. Every effort has been made to provide you with the most reliable product on the market, and we are sure you will be among our many satisfied cus- tomers. If for any reason this product does not perform to your expectations, please contact us at (970) 221-5614.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Owner’s Manual General Information HIGHLIGHTED INFORMATION _____________ 1 GLOSSARY ____________________________ 1 IDENTIFYING NUMBER LOCATIONS ________ 1 SERVICING OF DRIVETRAIN GEARBOX ____ 2 UNIT DESCRIPTION _____________________ 2 Specifications _______________________ 3 GROUND CLEARANCE IN RAISED POSITION_ 3 DIMENSIONS ___________________________ 3 BLOWER SPOUT ________________________ 3 AUGER DIMENSIONS ____________________ 3 WEIGHT _______________________________ 3...
  • Page 4: General Information

    Walker Manufacturing recommends that any ser- vice requiring special training or tools be performed by an authorized Walker Mower Dealer. There are several general practices to be aware of in the area of safety. Most accidents associated with the oper-...
  • Page 5: Servicing Of Drivetrain Gearbox

    The SB36 is a 36-inch (91.4 cm), single-stage snow- blower that attaches to any of the Walker tractors. The SB36 throws snow up to 20 ft (6 m). It is raised and lowered manually with a lever and a foot trigger.
  • Page 6: Specifications

    Scraper Height TRACTOR COUNTERWEIGHT NOTE: The manufacturer reserves the right to make changes in specifications shown herein at any time without notice or obligation. SB36 4-1/2 in. (11 cm) 38 in. (97 cm) 40-1/2 in. (103 cm) 32-3/4 in. (83 cm) 89 in.
  • Page 7: Component Identification

    Component Identification NOTE: Control Identification shown in Operating Instructions section and in Illustrated Parts Manual. Deflector Spout Spout Position Control Handle Removable Cover (PTO and Lift Mechanism) Snowblower Housing Foot Trigger Lift Handle Removable Chain Guard Cover Footrest Footrest Wheel Guard Wheel Guard Mounting Mounting...
  • Page 8 Component Identification Lift Handle Pivot Grease Fittings Foot Trigger Pivot Flexible Coupling Right Angle Gearbox Auger Drive Chain Counterweight Spring Hook Tab Gauge Wheel Counterweight Spring Hook Tab Gauge Wheel Auger Scraper Blade Bottom View (Not Installed)
  • Page 9: Safety Instructions

    If you have any questions concerning setup, opera- tion, maintenance, or safety, please contact your authorized Walker Mower Dealer or call Walker Manufacturing Company at (970) 221-5614. BEFORE OPERATING Read and understand the contents of this OWNER'S MANUAL before operating the snowblower.
  • Page 10: Operating

    Replace the machine fuel cap and container cap securely and clean up any spilled fuel before starting the engine. OPERATING NOTE: Refer to the Walker Rider Lawnmowers OWNER’S MANUAL for safety instructions for operating the tractor. Operate the machine only in daylight or in good artificial light with good visibility of areas being cleaned.
  • Page 11: Maintenance

    19. When leaving the machine unattended, disen- gage the PTO clutch, stop the engine, and re- move the ignition key. MAINTENANCE NOTE: Refer to the Walker Rider Lawnmowers OWNER’S MANUAL for proper tractor mainte- nance procedures. To prevent accidental starting of the engine...
  • Page 12: Safety, Control, And Instruction Decals

    Safety Instructions SAFETY, CONTROL, AND INSTRUCTION DECALS Safety, Control, and Instruction Decals are installed on the machine; If any are missing, illegible, or damaged, a replacement should be ordered and installed before putting the machine into operation. The Decal Part Number is listed below and in the Parts Manual. Two Places: Housing, Top LH Side (5685-1) Blower Spout Deflector (5685-1) Housing, Top RH Side (5685-2)
  • Page 13: Assembly Instructions

    Mounting Bolt to Attach RH Bracket Lift Bracket Lift Bracket Installation NOTE: Predrilled holes exist only on Walker tractors built after 1984. For earlier models, drill two 5/16 in. (8 mm) holes in the front chassis cross bar at the positions indicated in the Lift Bracket Installation illustration.
  • Page 14 Assembly Instructions Remove the PTO cover (between the footrests). Remove the shipping wire from the counter- weight springs, place the lift handle in the UP (back) position, and hook the counterweight springs onto the hook tabs on the frame. The tabs are located below the right angle gearbox and drive shaft (refer to Counterweight Spring Hook Tab Locations photo).
  • Page 15 Assembly Instructions PTO Shaft Arrows Spline Connection To Tractor Align PTO Shaft and PTO Coupler (shown before engaging snowblower mounting tubes with tractor support arms) Slide snowblower assembly onto tractor. Reaching under the tractor, pull the ring back on the PTO quick coupler, slide the coupler onto the tractor spline shaft, and release the coupler ring.
  • Page 16 80 lb (36 kg) of counterweight should be in- stalled on the tail of the tractor. Optional tail weights for the various tractor models are avail- able from your Walker dealer or a sandbag or similar weight may be used. Remove the tractor wheels.
  • Page 17: Preoperating Checklist

    Assembly Instructions PREOPERATING CHECKLIST Before operating the snowblower for the first time, and as a routine before daily operations, it is impor- tant to make sure the snowblower is properly pre- pared and ready for operation. The following is a list of items to be checked.
  • Page 18: Operating Instructions

    Operating Instructions CONTROL IDENTIFICATION, LOCATION, AND FUNCTION WARNING Before operating the snowblower, become familiar with the location and function of all operator controls. Knowing the loca- tion, function, and operation of these con- trols is important for safe and efficient operation of the snowblower.
  • Page 19: Foot Trigger

    Operating Instructions Foot Trigger The foot trigger is located on the right footrest. The foot trigger and lift handle are used together to lower the snowblower. Pull the lift handle back, press the foot trigger, and hold on to the lift handle while let- ting it move forward to lower the snowblower.
  • Page 20: Stopping The Machine

    Operating Instructions CAUTION If the auger strikes a solid object or the machine begins to vibrate abnormally, im- mediately disengage the PTO clutch, stop the engine, and wait for all moving parts to stop. Disconnect the fuel solenoid wire [diesel engines] or the spark plug wire(s) [gasoline engines] to prevent accidental starting.
  • Page 21: Recommendations For Snowblowing

    Operating Instructions RECOMMENDATIONS FOR SNOWBLOWING IMPORTANT: Operate the engine at full speed when snowblowing, to allow the engine to produce full horsepower and to increase efficiency of the en- gine cooling system. When operating on a slope, reduce speed and use caution to start, stop, and maneuver.
  • Page 22: Throw Snow To Both Sides

    Operating Instructions Throw Snow to Both Sides CLOGGING CHECKLIST In case of clogging, the snow throwing action will de- crease and finally stop. When this occurs, disen- gage the PTO clutch, stop the engine, disconnect the fuel solenoid wire [diesel engines] or spark plug wire(s) [gasoline engines], and remove the ignition key.
  • Page 23: Operator's Notes

    Operator’s Notes...
  • Page 24: Maintenance Instructions

    Maintenance Instructions Maintenance procedures requiring special training or tools should be performed by a trained technician. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE CHART - RECOMMENDED SERVICE INTERVALS - SB36 SNOWBLOWER Service Item Check Auger Condition Check Lift Handle and Foot Trigger Function Check Spout Position Control Handle...
  • Page 25: Lubrication

    Maintenance Instructions LUBRICATION WARNING DO NOT attempt to lubricate the machine with the tractor engine running. Disen- gage the PTO clutch, shut off the ma- chine, and remove the ignition key. Proper lubrication is an important maintenance pro- cedure. It reduces wear and makes the machine quieter and easier to operate.
  • Page 26: Drive Chain Lubrication

    Maintenance Instructions Drive Chain Lubrication Lubricate the drive chain every 25 hours. A light penetrating oil or special purpose chain oil is recom- mended. Lubricate the drive chain as follows: Remove the three (3) screws fastening the re- movable chain guard cover to the snowblower housing and remove the cover.
  • Page 27 Maintenance Instructions Ident Location Spout Deflector Pivot Spout Position Control Handle Pivot Foot Trigger Latch (Grease Slide Area) Mounting Tube Sockets Lift Handle Pivot Spout Deflector Slide Area Counterweight Spring and Lift Chain Clevis Pins Universal Joint Shaft Assembly Grease Foot Trigger Pivot Right Angle Gearbox Gauge Wheel Axle...
  • Page 28 Maintenance Instructions LUBRICATION Rear View Bottom View Snowblower Lubrication Points...
  • Page 29: Replacing/Repairing

    Maintenance Instructions REPLACING/REPAIRING WARNING To prevent accidental engine starting when replacing parts or repairing the ma- chine, remove the key from the ignition switch and disconnect the fuel solenoid wire [diesel engines] or the spark plug wire(s) [gasoline engines]. CAUTION ALWAYS use genuine factory replace- ment parts.
  • Page 30: Drive Chain

    Maintenance Instructions Drive Chain The drive chain should be replaced if, when adjust- ed properly, it can be pulled away from the front of the auger sprocket more than 1/2 of the height of a tooth on the sprocket. Running the snowblower with a worn chain increases wear on the sprock- ets.
  • Page 31: Sprockets

    Maintenance Instructions Sprockets A sprocket should be replaced when the teeth be- come asymmetric (when the front side of a tooth is a different shape than the back side of the tooth). NOTE: Generally; a small sprocket wears faster than a large sprocket. Symmetric (Acceptable) Asymmetric (Replace) Sprocket Wear...
  • Page 32: Auger Sprocket Replacement

    Maintenance Instructions When the sprockets are aligned properly, tight- en the set screw in the drive shaft sprocket. Reinstall and adjust the drive chain by reversing the removal procedures. Refer to ADJUST- MENTS of Drive Chain in this section. 10. Recheck the sprocket alignment with the chain installed.
  • Page 33 Maintenance Instructions REPLACING/REPAIRING 19. Lubricate the drive chain. Refer to LUBRICA- 20. Reinstall the auger guards and the chain guard TION of Drive Chain in this section. cover by reversing the removal procedures. Snowblower Housing Auger Shaft Bolt Spacer Washer Auger Shaft Sprocket...
  • Page 34: Scraper Blade

    U-Joint Shaft Assembly Cotter Pin PTO Shear Pin IMPORTANT: Use only Walker P/N 8067-10 shear pins for replacement to provide proper shock protec- tion -- these pins are hardened to shear under a spe- cific amount of load. Reinstall the gearbox cover.
  • Page 35: Gauge Wheels Or Skid Shoes

    Maintenance Instructions Chain Tension Block Mounting Bolt Loosen Chain Tension Block Mounting Bolt Position the chain tension block so the chain has 1/4 to 1/2 in. (6 to 13 mm) of slack. Retighten the chain tension block mounting nut and bolt. Recheck the drive chain tension.
  • Page 36: Removal And Storage Instructions

    Removal and Storage Instructions REMOVAL Park the tractor on a level surface and lower the snowblower. WARNING DO NOT attempt to remove the snow- blower with the tractor engine running. Disengage the PTO clutch, stop the en- gine, and remove the ignition key. Wait for all movement to stop before getting off the seat.
  • Page 37: Main Body Components

    Service Part Only May be purchased as a factory-installed option or as a kit for dealer installation. Contact your Walker dealer. Kit Replaces Part 5629-2, and Includes Items # F009 & F169. Six (6) F009 furnished with Standard Assembly. Installation of Skid Shoe Kit includes an additional six (6) F009 and six (6) F169.
  • Page 38 MAIN BODY COMPONENTS Effective Date 04-01-99 Use only genuine Walker replacement parts.
  • Page 39: Auger And Drivetrain Components

    5050-10 Right Angle Gearbox 5624-15 PTO Shaft (Includes Items # 24 & F295) 8067-10 Shear Pin w/Cotter (Set of 5) (Includes Item # F069) Use only genuine Walker replacement parts. AUGER AND DRIVETRAIN COMPONENTS ITEM REQ’D Fasteners PART DESCRIPTION F009...
  • Page 40 AUGER AND DRIVETRAIN COMPONENTS Effective Date 04-01-99 Use only genuine Walker replacement parts.
  • Page 41: Key To Abbreviations Used In Illustrated Parts List

    LH ...Left Hand (orientated with operator on seat) mm (Dimension)... millimeters MS (Fastener) ...Machine Screw NPT ...National Pipe Thread NS (as part number)... Item is not sold by Walker Manufacturing OAL ... Overall Length OD... Outside Diameter oz..ounce PFHMS (Fastener) ...Phillips Flat Head Machine Screw P/N ...
  • Page 42: Warranty

    WHAT THIS WARRANTY COVERS, AND FOR HOW LONG: Walker Manufacturing company will, at its option, repair or replace, without charge, any part covered by this warranty which is found to be defective in material and/or workmanship within one (1) year after date of sale to the original retail purchaser unless the product is used for rental purposes, in which case this warranty is limited to ninety (90) days.
  • Page 43 WALKER MFG. CO. 5925 E. HARMONY ROAD, FORT COLLINS, CO 80528 (970) 221-5614 © FORM NO. 050399 PRINTED IN USA 1999 WALKER MFG. CO...