RadTech BLIZZARD B84C-L Owner's Manual

3-point snowblower

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OWNER'S MANUAL
OM0460SB-A / Rev0 09-17
B84C-L
3-Point Snowblower
SERIAL NO. 21700001 AND UP
30 HP @ 50 HP (PTO)
PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY
KEEP READY AT ALL TIMES

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  • Page 1 OWNER'S MANUAL OM0460SB-A / Rev0 09-17 B84C-L 3-Point Snowblower SERIAL NO. 21700001 AND UP 30 HP @ 50 HP (PTO) PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY KEEP READY AT ALL TIMES...
  • Page 3: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION TO THE DEALER TO THE PURCHASER Give this manual to the owner upon delivery of the All products are designed to give safe, dependable equipment. service if they are operated and maintained TO THE PURCHASER AND THE DEALER according to instructions. Read and understand this manual before operation, and keep it in Illustrations your files for further reference.
  • Page 4 INTRODUCTION All products are designed to give safe, dependable service if they are operated and maintained according to instructions. Read and understand this manual before operation. It is the owner's responsibility to be certain anyone operating this product reads this manual, and all other applicable manuals, to become familiar with this equipment and all safety precautions.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENT INTRODUCTION ............................1 TABLE OF CONTENT ..........................3 SAFETY INFORMATION .......................... 5 GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION – Pictograms .................. 8 SPECIFICATIONS ........................... 10 SAFETY LABELS ........................... 11 ESTIMATED ASSEMBLY TIME ......................12 ASSEMBLY ............................. 13 Snowblower assembly B84C-L ....................... 13 Installation of the Chute ....................
  • Page 6 TABLE OF CONTENT OPERATION (continued) Adjustments ........................... 23 Skid Shoes Adjustment ....................23 Drive Chain Tension Adjustment..................23 Unclog the Chute ......................23 Snow Removal Methods ......................... 24 MAINTENANCE ............................25 Maintenance ........................... 25 Maintenance Schedule........................26 Shearbolts ............................26 Lubrication ............................
  • Page 7: Safety Information

    SAFETY INFORMATION Children Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is 4. For your safety, do not work under any not alert to the presence of children. Children hydraulically supported machine elements, they are generally attracted to machines and the creep down, suddenly...
  • Page 8 SAFETY INFORMATION 17. Check all machine controls regularly and 8. Park the machine/implement on level ground, adjust where necessary. Make sure that the place the transmission in neutral, set the parking brakes are evenly adjusted. Periodically brake, disengage the driving system, lower the check all nuts and bolts for tightness, equipment to the ground, place all levers especially wheel hub and rim nuts.
  • Page 9 SAFETY INFORMATION Stay Clear of Rotating Drivelines 1. Entanglement in rotating driveline can cause serious injury or death. 2. Keep tractor master shield and driveline shields in place at all times. Make sure rotating shields turn freely. 3. Wear close fitting clothing. Stop the engine and be sure that PTO driveline is stopped before making adjustments, connections, or cleaning out PTO driven equipment.
  • Page 10: General Safety Information - Pictograms

    GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION...
  • Page 11 GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION (1) Safety stand 2) Secure point for safety stand...
  • Page 12: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Specifications B84C-L General Type 2 stage Direction of impeller rotation PTO power requirements 30 - 50 HP Shipping weight 715 Lbs Operating weight, incl. chute & hyd. deflector 665 Lbs Set-up time 60 min Working width 84" Working height 27 1/2"...
  • Page 13: Safety Labels

    SAFETY LABELS IMPORTANT: Keep all decals clean and legible. Replace all INSTALLING OR REPLACING DECALS: Thoroughly clean missing, illegible, or damaged decals. the area where decal is to be placed using mild soap and water. Allow the surface to fully dry. Remove the backing IMPORTANT: Decal placement...
  • Page 14: Estimated Assembly Time

    ESTIMATED ASSEMBLY TIME Refer to the following table for the estimated assembly time to open the package and assemble the equipment and options. 3pt Snowblower Estimated installation time, snowblower only 60 min 2nd installation time (on the tractor) 10 min Estimated installation time of the Manual Rotation (BER0077) 25 min Estimated installation time of the Hydraulic Rotation (BER0078)
  • Page 15: Assembly

    ASSEMBLY WARNING: To avoid serious injury or death : Read and understand SAFETY INFORMATION on previous pages before installation and operation Perform all assembly with the assembly properly secured and supported. RACTOR REPARATION See Dealer for Tractor Preparation information. NOWBLOWER SSEMBLY The snowblower is assembled at the factory except for the parts in the hardware bag provided with the snowblower, the chute and the options if appropriate.
  • Page 16: Snowblower Installation With A 3-Point Hitch

    ASSEMBLY Snowblower Installation with a 3-Point Hitch 1. Figure 2: Make sure the parking stand is 3. Figure 2: Category 1 - Attach the tractor upper lowered. To do this, remove the round wire lock arm (item 5) between the plates of the pin (item 9) from the parking stand (item 8), snowblower upper hitch (item 7) with the pin lower the parking stand and insert the round...
  • Page 17: Snowblower Installation With A Quick Hitch

    ASSEMBLY Snowblower Installation with a Quick Hitch (Category 1 only) 4. Figure 3: Make sure that the quick release NOTE : For the installation of the snowblower with latches (item 2) are securely closed. Lower the a Quick Hitch, two 1 1/2" x 2 1/8" bushings 3-Point so that the hooks on the quick hitch (668059) (item 10) and one 1 1/4"...
  • Page 18: Preparation Of The Driveline

    ASSEMBLY REPARATION OF THE RIVELINE Recommendations for Driveline Angles IMPORTANT: The universal joint angle is directly related with To obtain the proper universal the life of driveline. To reduce the angle, it is joint angles, it is recommended to adjust the necessary to increase the distance between 3-Point hitch at the furthest point from the the snowblower and the tractor.
  • Page 19: Determining Driveline Length

    ASSEMBLY Determining Driveline Length IMPORTANT: Before using the equipment, make sure the driveline is not too long. working, the two half drivelines must intersect each other sufficiently to insure maximum efficiency there must interference. 2. Choose in the table below the "Y" factor 1.
  • Page 20 ASSEMBLY 3. Figure 5: Hold the two half-shaft side by 6. Figure 5A: File down tubes and remove side and locate the "L" length between the chips. two center-to-center half-shaft universal 7. Apply grease to inside of outer telescopic joints. Mark off the zone to be cut on both section.
  • Page 21: Driveline Installation

    ASSEMBLY Driveline Installation 1. Figure 6: Remove the paint from the gearbox CAUTION shaft (item 1) and grease if needed. Grease also the sliding surfaces and yoke (item 2) of To avoid serious injuries or death: This shaft the driveline. rotates at high revolution (RPM).
  • Page 22: Remove The Snowblower From The Tractor

    ASSEMBLY Remove the Snowblower from the Tractor WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury or death: Park the vehicle on level ground, place the transmission in neutral, set the parking brake, place all control levers in neutral, shut off the engine, remove the ignition key and allow the rotating parts to stop BEFORE working on the vehicule.
  • Page 23: Operation

    OPERATION ONTROLS ENERAL REPARATION Up and Down Control 1. Read the operator's manual carefully before using tractor snowblower. Use the control lever of the 3-Point hitch. thoroughly familiar with the controls and RAISE the snowblower by pulling on the lever and proper use of the equipment.
  • Page 24: Manual Deflector

    OPERATION Manual Deflector If this snowblower is equipped with an original manual deflector, the angle of the deflector must be adjusted so that the snow is projected at the correct distance. To adjust the deflector angle, unscrew the plastic handle and select a notch at the desired angle.
  • Page 25: Adjustments

    OPERATION DJUSTMENTS Unclog the Chute (Figure 9) If the chute (item 1) is blocked, it is possible to WARNING use the adjustment arm (item 2a) of the chute. To avoid serious personal injury or Unscrew the plastic handle completely (item 3) death: M ake sure tractor engine and and remove the adjustment arm end.
  • Page 26: Snow Removal Methods

    OPERATION NOW REMOVAL METHODS When removing snow, do not use the snowblower as a dozer blade to push snow. Let the snowblower work its way through deep drifts. If the speed of your tractor is too fast, the snowblower may become overloaded and clog.
  • Page 27: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE AINTENANCE ALWAYS USE GENUINE PARTS WHEN 8. The manufacturer will not claim responsibility for REPLACEMENT PARTS ARE fitment of unapproved parts and/or accessories REQUIRED and any damages because of their use. 9. Make sure all shields and guards are securely in 1.
  • Page 28: Maintenance Schedule

    MAINTENANCE To avoid serious personal injury or death: Provide adequate blocking before working under the snowblower when in raised position MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ESCRIPTION NTERVAL EQUIRED AINTENANCE After the first 8 hours of operation Tighten all nuts and bolts according to the Torque Hardware Specification Table.
  • Page 29: Lubrication

    MAINTENANCE UBRICATION Use a grease gun and lubricate as follows: ESCRIPTION NTERVAL EQUIRED UBRICATION Check oil level. If needed, add extreme pressure oil, SAE Monthly 80W90 gear oil or equivalent. Gearbox Once a year Replace oil 4 hours Drive chain Lubricate with chain saw lubricant.
  • Page 30: Gearbox

    MAINTENANCE EARBOX WARNING To avoid serious personal injury: Oil Level – Oil Fill Up  Before cleaning, adjusting or repairing To check oil level. the snowblower: bring the tractor to a complete stop, lower the implement shut 1. Remove the plug (item 1). off the engine and remove the ignition 2.
  • Page 31: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CORRECTIVE MEASURES  Check if an object is blocking the auger or fan  Check that PTO is engaged  Check that the drive system is in the engaged position 1. Auger and fan not  Check if chain is broken turning ...
  • Page 32 TROUBLESHOOTING RIVELINE ROUBLESHOOTING AVOIDABLE DAMAGES POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTIONS  Quick-disconnect pin dirty  Clean, oil and follow service  Quick-disconnect pin tight UICK DISCONNECT YOKE (insufficient maintenance). instructions. or completely seized.  Quick-disconnect pin  Replace quick-disconnect  Quick-disconnect pin defective (forced pin.
  • Page 33 TROUBLESHOOTING AVOIDABLE DAMAGES POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTIONS ROSS  Cross arms broken.  Extreme torque peak or  Use appropriate safety shock load. device.  Axial loads too high.  Change to a larger driveline size.  Shorten driveline shaft. ...
  • Page 34 TROUBLESHOOTING AVOIDABLE DAMAGES POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTIONS  Excessive wear of shield  Insufficient lubrication.  Follow lubrication HIELD bearings. instructions.  Incorrect chain mounting.  Mount chain to allow  Shield interfering with maximum angularity. implement.  Avoid contact of the shields with fixed parts of the machine or tractor.
  • Page 35: Storage

    STORAGE TORAGE Before storing snowblower, certain precautions should be taken to protect it from deterioration. 1. Clean the attaching points and snowblower thoroughly. 2. Make all the necessary repairs. 3. Replace all safety signs that are damaged, lost, or otherwise become illegible. If a part to be replaced has a label on it, obtain a new safety label from your dealer and install it in the same place as on the removed part.
  • Page 36: Parts

    PARTS 84" - F NOWBLOWER RONT ESCRIPTION Housing (without gearbox) 671869 Fan 4 blades 24" CCW 671663 Auger 671860 Cutting edge 671861 Drive shaft 671862 Shear plate 669595 Oilite bushing 4300072 Shearbolt 669596 Chain #60 x 78 links (including connecting link ) 654009 Connecting link #60 654839...
  • Page 37 PARTS 84" - F NOWBLOWER RONT FIG: RAD1705006 [35]...
  • Page 38: Snowblower 84" - Rear

    PARTS 84" - R NOWBLOWERS ESCRIPTION ÉF Right skid shoe 671666 Left skid shoe 671667 Access panel - shearbolts 671686 Driveline shield 671682 Parking stand 668053 Carriage bolt1/2"NC x 1 1/4" PTD 0300023 Lockwasher 1/2" PTD 1200006 Nut hex 1/2"NC PTD 0900006 Bolt hex 5/16"NC x 3/4"...
  • Page 39 PARTS 84" - R NOWBLOWERS FIG: RAD1705007 [37]...
  • Page 40: Chute And Deflector

    PARTS HUTE WITH EFLECTOR ESCRIPTION Chute assembly 671865 Plastic bushing 671671 Adjustment arm 671685 Knob 5/16"NC 657309 Carriage bolt 5/16"NC x 1" PTD 0300003 Nylon flat washer 11/32" 658467 Circle cutter PTD 1900011 Flat washer 1/2" PTD 1400006 Retaining plate – 3 holes 665935 Retaining plate spacer 3/8"...
  • Page 41 PARTS HUTE WITH EFLECTOR FIG: RAD1708001 [39]...
  • Page 42: Gearbox - 663485

    PARTS - 663485 EARBOX ESCRIPTION Gearbox assembly 663485 Casing 659848 Gear Spacer 656649 Bearing 659844 Parallel key 659850 Input shaft Seal kit 659852 Output shaft Spacer 659854 Retaining ring 656652 Spacer 659855 O-ring 661144 Plug 659847 Allen socket head cap screw M8 x 1.25 x 55mm Gr.8.8 0800032 Nut hex M8 x 1.25 0900022...
  • Page 43: Driveline - 662194

    PARTS - 662194 RIVELINE ESCRIPTION 657209 Yoke assembly 657200 Universal joint kit 662198 Yoke and hub assembly 662199 Bolt M12 x 1.25 x 70mm Gr.8.8 & nut 657199 Shearbolt M10 x 55mm Gr.8.8 & nut 663129 Grease fitting 657221 Shields with safety chain 662194 Driveline 50 series assembly FIG: RAD1705011...
  • Page 44: Available Options

    AVAILABLE OPTIONS HYDRAULIC ROTATION MANUAL ROTATION BER0078 BER0077 HYDRAULIC DEFLECTOR ELECTRIC DEFLECTOR BER0079A BER0080 [42]...
  • Page 45: Torque Specification Table

    TORQUE SPECIFICATION TABLE ENERAL SPECIFICATION TABLE SE THE FOLLOWING TORQUES WHEN SPECIAL TORQUES ARE NOT GIVEN Note:These values apply to fasteners as received from supplier dry, or when lubricated with normal engine oil. They do not apply if special graphited or moly sidulphide greases or other extreme pressure lubricants are used. These values apply to dry conditions;...
  • Page 46: Adapter Installation Process

    ADAPTER INSTALLATION PROCESS & T HREAD DENTIFICATION ORQUE Number of turns to do Identification of adapter after manual tightening 0.375 1/8 NPT 2.0 - 3.0 0.500 12.5 1/4 NPT 2.0 - 3.0 0.625 15.9 3/8 NPT 2.0 - 3.0 0.780 19.8 1/2 NPT 2.0 - 3.0...
  • Page 47 ADAPTER INSTALLATION PROCESS JIC T & T HREAD DENTIFICATION ORQUE TORQUE Identification of adapter lbs-ft 5/16 JIC 8-10 3/8 JIC 8-12 0.433 7/16 JIC 9-12 12-16 0.496 12.6 1/2 JIC 14-15 19-21 0.559 14.2 9/16 JIC 18-20 24-27 0.740 18.8 3/4 JIC 27-39 37-53...
  • Page 48 ADAPTER INSTALLATION PROCESS ORB (O-R & T HREAD DENTIFICATION ORQUE Identification TORQUE of adapter lbs-ft 3/8 ORB 12-13 0.433 7/16 ORB 13-15 18-20 0.496 12.6 1/2 ORB 14-15 19-21 0.559 14.2 9/16 ORB 23-24 32-33 0.740 18.8 3/4 ORB 40-43 55-57 0.870 22.1...
  • Page 52 Manufactured by: Dalkotech Group RAD Technologies Inc. 2835, Chemin de l’Aéroport Thetford Mines, Québec, Canada, G6G 5R7 T +1 418 338-4499 - F +1 418 338-2522 info@radtech.ca radtech.ca Printed in Canada...

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