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Operator's Manual & Parts Book
(Originating w/Serial Number 20-211 Thru 20-236) (1082I & 1202I)
(Originating w/Serial Number 21-116 Thru 21-120) (1083I & 1203I)
Business Phone: 320-848-6266 * Fax: 320-848-6269 * Toll Free: 1-800-828-7624
N14826
Snowblower
1082I 1202I 1083I 1203I
Model Number: _________________
Serial Number: __________________
Date of Purchase: ________________
650 So. Main Street - PO Box 337 - Hector, MN 55342
Specialized
Equipment, Inc.
September, 2014

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  • Page 1 Snowblower 1082I 1202I 1083I 1203I Operator’s Manual & Parts Book (Originating w/Serial Number 20-211 Thru 20-236) (1082I & 1202I) (Originating w/Serial Number 21-116 Thru 21-120) (1083I & 1203I) Model Number: _________________ Serial Number: __________________ Date of Purchase: ________________ Specialized Equipment, Inc.
  • Page 2 The warranty policy begins upon delivery of the unit to the original customer. All Loftness products have a one (1) year warranty policy. If any Loftness product is used as a rental unit, the warranty period extends for only 30 days from the delivery date to the original customer.
  • Page 3 650 South Main Street Hector, MN 55342 USA loftness.com 320-848-6266 US & Canada 800-828-7624 International: 320-848-6266 Fax: 320-848-6269 Parts Fax: 320-848-6055 E-mail: info@loftness.com Web Address: www.loftness.com WARRANTY REGISTRATION Dealer No.: Dealer Phone: Dealer Name: Shipping Address: Mailing Address: State: Zip: City: Invoice No.:...
  • Page 5 650 South Main Street Hector, MN 55342 USA loftness.com 320-848-6266 US & Canada 800-828-7624 International: 320-848-6266 Fax: 320-848-6269 Parts Fax: 320-848-6055 E-mail: info@loftness.com Web Address: www.loftness.com WARRANTY REGISTRATION Dealer No.: Dealer Phone: Dealer Name: Shipping Address: Mailing Address: State: Zip: City: Invoice No.:...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Owner’s Manual (Snowblower) Snowblower Table of Contents Section 1 - Safety Page Safety Instructions .................................1-1 Safety Instructions for Operation ..........................1-2 Section 2 - Operating Equipment Set-up ................................2-1 Operating Instructions ..............................2-3 Section 3 – Maintenance Maintenance ..................................3-1 Lubrication ..................................3-1 Trouble Shooting ................................3-2 Storage .....................................3-3 Bolt Torque Chart ................................3-4 Section 4 –...
  • Page 8 * Fax: 320-848-6269 * Toll Free: 1-800-828-7624 Dear Customer: Thank you for your decision to purchase a snowblower from Loftness Specialized Equipment, Inc. It has been designed to provide years of profitable and dependable service. To ensure maximum performance of your snowblower, it is mandatory that you thoroughly study the owner’s manual and follow its recommendations.

  • Page 9: Section 1 - Safety

    Section Safety...
  • Page 10 WARNING Because of the potential safety hazard to eyes from hydraulic leaks and/or flying debris, “USE OF PROTECTIVE EYEWEAR IS ABSOLUTELY MANDATORY” for operator and others in the work area. Due to the possible danger of flying debris, it is “ABSOLUTELY MANDATORY that IMPACT- RESISTANT SHIELDING”...

  • Page 11: Safety Instructions

    Owner’s Manual (Snowblower) Safety Instructions DANGER: (white lettering background) Indicates am imminently hazardous Safety First situation that, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. This signal word is to be limited to Accidents can be prevented by recognizing the the most extreme situations typically for machine causes or hazards before an accident occurs, and components which, for functional purposes,...

  • Page 12: Safety Instructions For Operation

    Owner’s Manual (Snowblower) Safety Instructions Continued enance instructions could result in death or Safety First Continued: serious injury to the operator or bystanders, to the operator or bystanders, poor operation, or costly breakdown. 4. Remove from area of operation all foreign objects such as sticks, wire, ...
  • Page 13 Owner’s Manual (Snowblower) Safety Instructions for Operation and  Because of the potential safety hazard to eyes Maintenance Continued: from hydraulic leaks and/or flying debris, use of protective eye ware is absolutely mandatory for taking prescription drugs must get medical operator and others in the work area.
  • Page 14 Owner’s Manual (Snowblower) Operations Safety Continued:  Never operate snowblower over 2 feet above the ground.  Never operate the snowblower without good light or visibility.  When high pressure fluid escapes, it can be almost invisible, yet have enough pressure to ...
  • Page 15 Owner’s Manual (Snowblower) Operations Safety Continued:  Keep hands and feet out! Do not step on or climb over the unit while machine is in operation, or engine is running. Do not carry passengers. N14826 August, 2011...

  • Page 17: Section 2 - Operating

    Section Operating...
  • Page 18 WARNING Because of the potential safety hazard to eyes from hydraulic leaks and/or flying debris, “USE OF PROTECTIVE EYEWEAR IS ABSOLUTELY MANDATORY” for operator and others in the work area. Due to the possible danger of flying debris, it is “ABSOLUTELY MANDATORY that IMPACT- RESISTANT SHIELDING”...

  • Page 19: Equipment Set-Up

    Owner’s Manual (Snowblower) Set-up and Operating Instructions Equipment Set-up: The initial set-up of this machine will require you to become familiar with all hazard warnings and safety precautions listed in this manual. Review the illustrated parts lists (section 4) to become familiar with the component parts and how they are assembled.
  • Page 20 9. Check to make sure that all shields are in place and secure. Operating: The Loftness snowblower is an effective, reliable machine used for the removal of snow. Before operating this machine, become familiar with and study all the hazard warning and safety precautions listed in this book.
  • Page 21 Owner’s Manual (Snowblower) Set-up and Operating Instructions Continued Operating:  The gearboxes use SAE #90 gear oil and should be checked regularly. Warranty will not be allowed when it is evident that gears were run dry.  Operator should not raise and lower blower under heavy loads to gain traction.

  • Page 23: Maintenance

    Section Maintenance...

  • Page 25: Lubrication

    Owner’s Manual (Snowblower) Maintenance The operation and component life of this machine are very dependent on regular maintenance and proper lubrication. The frequency of lubrication recommended is based on normal conditions. Severe or unusual conditions may determine actual service requirements. Figure 1 CAUTION: Lubrication:...

  • Page 26: Trouble Shooting

    Owner’s Manual (Snowblower) Maintenance Continued Trouble Shooting: To assist with maintenance, repair, or use of the snowblower, the following list of common problems and corrections is provided: Problems: Possible Cause: Solution: Auger Will Shear Bolts Broken Check and replace any shear bolts located on the auger drive Not Turn sprocket, cross shaft drive sprocket (see illustration of parts in section 4).

  • Page 27: Storage

    Owner’s Manual (Snowblower) Maintenance Continued Storage:  Coat moving parts and high wear areas with Storage at the end of the snow removal season or oil, especially the chains and lubricate all grease between each use requires an inspection of the fitting.
  • Page 28 Owner’s Manual (Snowblower) Torque Charts Minimum Hardware Tightening Torques In Foot Pounds (Newton-Metres) for Normal Assembly Applications Inches Hardware and Lock Nuts SAE Gr. 2 SAE Grade 5 SAE Grade 8 Lock Nuts Nominal Unplated Plated Unplated Plated Unplated Plated Grade Grade Size...
  • Page 29 Owner’s Manual (Snowblower) Torque Charts Minimum Hardware Tightening Torque Inch Pounds for Normal Assembly Applications Metric Hardware and Lock Nuts Class 5.8 Class 8.8 Class 10.9 Lock Nuts Nominal Unplated Plated Unplated Plated Unplated Plated Class 8 Size W/ZnCr W/ZnCr W/ZnCr W/CL.8.8 Plated...

  • Page 31: Section 4 - Service Parts

    Section Service Parts...

  • Page 33: Ordering Service Parts

    Return of parts for either warranty or incorrect parts received, must have a “Return of Materials Authorization” (RMA) number. Call Loftness Specialized Equipment, Inc. service department for this return number. To receive this number, you will need your “Sales Order, Invoice and Part Numbers” with quantities of parts to be returned.
  • Page 34 N13721 Model & Serial Number Tag – (1) required 4190 Danger – Avoid Injury – (2) required N26974 Loftness Horizontal – Small – (3) required 4191 Danger – Keep Hands away – (2) required N31306 SnowLogix – (1) required N26974...
  • Page 46 Loftness Specialized Equipment, Inc. 650 So. Main Street • PO Box 337 • Hector, MN 55342 Tel: 320.848.6266 • Fax: 320.848.6269 • Toll Free: 1.800.828.7624 Printed in USA © Loftness 2008...

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