SnowWolf AlphaBlower 36-106-P Operation & Maintenance Manual

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Operation & Maintenance Manual

AlphaBlower

Model 36-106-P

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12-2021

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Page 1 Operation & Maintenance Manual AlphaBlower Model 36-106-P REMEMBER: Register your product! No claims for warranty shall be considered unless your product registration card is completed online within 30 days of purchase. Go to: snowwolfplows.com/registration. 12-2021...
Page 2 SNOWWOLF factory or authorized SNOWWOLF dealership or in any way so as in SNOWWOLF'S judgment, to affect its stability or reliability, nor which has been subject to misuse, negligence or accident beyond the Company recommended machine rated capacity.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Introduction ............................3 Owner Information .............5 Serial Number Location .
Page 4 AlphaBlower Maintenance ........... . . 35 Maintenance Schedule .
Page 5: Introduction
Introduction Owner Information ..............5 Serial Number Location .
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Page 7: Owner Information
SnowWolf is continually working to improve its NOTE: This document and the information products. SnowWolf reserves the right to make provided are the property of SnowWolf...
Page 8: Alphablower Identification
Introduction AlphaBlower Identification DEFLIECTOR CHUTE 4-STAGE HYDRAULIC CYLINDER DRIFT CUTTER RIGHT SIDE RUBBER FLAP CHUTE TELESCOPIC AUGERS CUTTING CUTTING EDGE EDGE LEFT SIDE CHUTE SWIVEL STUB MOTOR BLOWER HOUSING GEARBOX IMPELLER GAUGE WHEEL AlphaBlower Operation and Maintenance Manual...
Page 9: Standard Items
Introduction The AlphaBlower can be mounted at the front by Options using the specially designed gearbox. Telescopic Loading Chute (Optional) Standard Items • Telescopic Loading Chute • Front Mounting A optional hydraulic controlled telescopic loading • Gearbox for Front Mounting chute is available.
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Page 11: Safety
Safety Safety Information ............. . .11 Safe Operation Needs A Qualified Operator .
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Page 13: Safety Information
Safety Safety Information Safe Operation Needs A Qualified Operator Safety Alert Symbol This SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL identifies important safety messages AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH equipment and in the owner’s manual. When you see this symbol, be alert to the Operators must receive instructions before possibility of personal injury and carefully operating the machine.
Page 14: Importance Of Safety
Distributor, Dealer Parts • DO NOT modify the snow blower in any way. Department or SnowWolf for safety decal Unauthorized modification may impair the replacement. function and / or safety and could affect the life •...
Page 15 Safety Importance of Safety Cont’d Hydraulic Safety • Always disconnect hydraulic connections Fire Prevention Safety between the tractor and the snow blower before performing maintenance to the snow • All fuels, most lubricants and some coolant blower. mixtures are flammable. Flammable fluids that are leaking or spilled onto hot surfaces or onto •...
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Page 17: Operation
Operation General Information ............. .17 Pre-Operation Inspection .
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Page 19: General Information
Operation General Information Pre-Operation Inspection Before operating the snow blower for the first time and each time thereafter, use the following list as a guideline during equipment inspection. Leaking fluids under pressure can enter the skin and cause serious injury or death. 1.
Page 20: Alphablower Inspection
Operation AlphaBlower Inspection Monthly Inspection • Inspect the snow blower for cracks, bends, or Daily Inspection excessive wear. • Check gauge wheels for wear and PSI if not NOTE: Inspect the snow blower by performing foam filled. a walk around daily before and after use.
Page 21: Tractor Requirements
Operation Tractor Requirements Entering and Exiting the Tractor TRACTOR REQUIREMENTS Power Input (min/max) 150 - 350 HP Entering The Operator’s Position Hitch Type Cat 2, 3 or 4 Use the tractor’s safety treads, handles and steps to enter the operator’s position. PTO Revolutions When in the operator’s position, fasten the seat NOTE: The 36-106-P snow blower is intended...
Page 22: Alphablower Installation
Operation AlphaBlower Installation Connecting The Snow Blower To The Tractor’s Three-Point Hitch NOTE: Ensure that the PTO shaft guard is always in place, that it is in proper condition and secured using the supplied chain to prevent rotation during use. Figure 1 CRUSH HAZARD •...
Page 23: Pto Installation
Operation Connecting The Snow Blower To PTO Installation The Tractor’s Three-Point Hitch Install the PTO shaft from the blower to the tractor. (Cont’d) NOTE: Tractor hitch type may require a different procedure for pin installation. (See the tractor’s operation manual for the correct The angle of the PTO should not exceed 20 procedure.) degrees.
Page 24: Pto Shaft Angle
Operation PTO Shaft Angle Figure 2 PTO SHAFT ANGLE - REVERSING AND FRONT MOUNT 2.33” 20° 15° 15.75” 10° 5° 2” 2” 27.5” 23.5” 6.33” 11.75” NOTE: [Figure 2] shows the relation between the height (H) of the tractor’s PTO and the angle of the PTO shaft.
Page 25: Alphablower Adjustment
Operation AlphaBlower Adjustment The snow blower must be adjusted so that it is level. INCORRECT INCORRECT CORRECT 1. Locate a level surface to adjust the blower. For the blower to penetrate all the way down to 2. Lift the blower using the tractor hydraulics. the asphalt it is very important that the blower is Adjust the underside of the gauge wheels to correctly adjusted prior to operation.
Page 26 Operation AlphaBlower Adjustment (Cont’d) 6. Adjust gauge wheels so that these are flush with the surface.Then tighten the adjustment screw slightly more so that the gauge wheels are pushed down against the surface. 7. Adjust the top link outward slightly. The blower will now lift a little at the front.
Page 27: Hydraulic Couplers
Operation Hydraulic Couplers Checking AlphaBlower Operation NOTE: After installing the snow blower, test all functions before operating the snow blower in the work area. • Thoroughly clean the quick couplers before making connections. Dirt can quickly damage the hydraulic system. AVOID INJURY OR DEATH •...
Page 28 Operation Checking AlphaBlower Operation (Cont’d) Engage the tractor’s auxiliary hydraulics. (See the tractor’s operation manual for correct procedure.) Auger Rotation Engage PTO to start auger rotation. Raise the engine RPM. Allow the snow blower auger to rotate for a short time (approximately one minute).
Page 29: Operating The Alphablower
Operation Operating The Enter the tractor. (See “Entering The Operator’s Position” on page 19.) AlphaBlower Start the engine and release the parking brake. Raise the snow blower slightly off the ground. Operation Move to the work area. Engage the tractor’s PTO. (See the tractor’s Operation Manual for correct procedure.) AVOID INJURY OR DEATH Set the snow blower at the recommended working...
Page 30: Clearing A Plugged Alphablower
Operation Clearing a Plugged AlphaBlower AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH If the auger / chute becomes clogged with snow, Turn the tractor’s engine off. Use a clearing rod, never insert hands or feet into the chute or auger opening. NOTE: If the AlphaBlower is equipped with the hydraulic tip down option the chute can be tilted down to remove snow from the impeller housing.
Page 31: Alphablower Removal
Operation AlphaBlower Removal NOTE: Put the snow blower on planks or blocks before removing it from the tractor to prevent it from settling or AVOID BURNS sinking in soft / wet ground. Hydraulic fluid, tubes, fittings and quick Park the tractor and snow blower on a flat level couplers can get hot during operation.
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Page 33: Maintenance
Maintenance Maintenance Safety ............. .33 General Maintenance .
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Page 35: Maintenance Safety
PTO driveline from the specifications. SnowWolf will tractor before performing maintenance on responsible for injuries or damage caused by the snow blower.
Page 36: General Maintenance
Maintenance General Maintenance NOTE: After initial use, or repair/replacement of damaged parts, it is important to check the repaired or replaced parts for proper bolt AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH torque, operation and leaks. Before operating or servicing system: Read and understand the machine’s owners manual.
Page 37: Alphablower Maintenance
Maintenance AlphaBlower Maintenance AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH Always turn off and lockout power on the tractor before servicing the snow blower. AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH Always disconnect hydraulic connections between the snow blower and the tractor before performing any type of maintenance to the snow blower.
Page 38: Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Maintenance Schedule SERVICE PROCEDURES DESCRIPTION Daily Maintenance (or every 10 hrs) Check Grease Oil Lube Change Adjustable Gauge Wheels Weekly Maintenance (or every 50 hrs) PTO Shaft Axle Ball Bearings Chute Fixing Screws Check Hydraulic Hoses Snow Blower Frame Hardware Monthly Maintenance (or every 170 hrs) Auger Bearings...
Page 39: Lubrication
Maintenance Lubrication Gearbox Oil Change Figure 2 PTO Shaft Figure 1 NOTE: Make sure the snowblower is level. Grease the PTO driveline fittings (Item 1), bearing for the guard (Item 2) and telescoping tubes (Item Remove the drain plug located on the bottom of 3) [Figure 1] every 40 hours of operation.
Page 40 Maintenance Lubrication (Cont’d) Slew Ring Figure 4 Ball Bearings Figure 3 The slew ring (Item 1) [Figure 4] is equipped with four grease zerks. Use grease of the type Mobil Mobilith SHC 220 or equivalent. Rotate the chute The snow blower is equipped with two shaft around and grease repeatedly to distribute the bearings (Item 1) for the axle suspension and one grease around the entire slew ring.
Page 41: Auger Axle Couplings
NOTE: Replace or flip the bolt-on cutting edge bearings for wear. Replace parts if necessary. when it wears within 1/2” - 3/4”. Replace only with genuine SnowWolf cutting edge and hardware. Cutout Clutch 1. Park the tractor on a level surface with the The augers are secured using one cut out clutch.
Page 42: Alphablower Disassembly
Maintenance AlphaBlower Figure 6 Disassembly AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH Securely block up the snow blower before working underneath. 1. Provide support beneath the augers and using wooden blocks. Figure 5 6. Support the gearbox (Item 3) [Figure 6] using a jack or similar.
Page 43: Alphablower Assembly
Maintenance AlphaBlower Assembly Auger Axle Installation 1. Apply grease to all spline pins before When the augers are turned, make sure they turn installation to prevent the pins from corroding. freely and all hardware is tight. 2. Position the gearbox upside down on a jack or NOTE: When the augers and are bolted onto similar (make sure it is well supported).
Page 44: Storage And Return To Service
Maintenance Storage And Return To Service Storage Return to Service After the seasons use or when the snow blower After the snow blower has been in storage, it is will not be in use for a period of time, perform the necessary to follow a list of items to return the following steps.
Page 45: Parts
Parts AlphaBlower Model 36-106-P ........... . .46 Parts .
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Parts AlphaBlower Model 36-106-P Parts AlphaBlower Operation and Maintenance Manual...
Page 49 Parts 36-106-P ITEM PART # DESCRIPTION 1900-010 Chute with Guard and Flap 2118-010 Housing, Snow Blower 2118-225 Bracket, Top Link 2118-230 Bracket, Drawbar LO1-128 PTO Shaft 2118-550H Upper Wing Cutting Edge, Right 2118-550V Upper Wing Cutting Edge,Left 2118-900 Telescopic Loading Chute Optional Equipment 0984-550 Swivel Stopper...
Page 50 Parts AlphaBlower Model 36-106-P (Cont’d) Parts (Cont’d) Detail A AlphaBlower Operation and Maintenance Manual...
Page 51 Parts 36-106-P ITEM PART # DESCRIPTION 0859 Bolt, Top Bar, Cat. 2 0984-510 Slew Ring, Toothed Ø500 1592-101 Hose, Hydraulic 2013-999B 2014-501 Cutting Edge, 12 x 1340 2118-100 Blower Housing 2118-100 Gauge Wheels 2118-220B Gearbox Suspension 2118-229 Bracket, Gearbox Support 2118-250H Cutting Edge, Right, 2118-250V...
Page 52 Parts AlphaBlower Model 36-106-P (Cont’d) Parts (Cont’d) 32 43 47 AlphaBlower Operation and Maintenance Manual...
Page 53 Parts 36-106-P ITEM PART # DESCRIPTION F102-12045 Bolt, Hex F102-16050 Bolt, Hex F102-16055 Bolt, Hex F102-16060 Bolt, Hex F102-16190 Bolt, Hex F102-20060 Bolt, Hex F113-16050 Bolt, Hex F169-10045 Bolt, Hex F169-16040F Bolt, Cylinder F173-16045A Bolt, Flat, int. Hex. F312-08 Nut, Lock F312-12 Nut, Lock F312-16...
Page 54: Impeller And Augers
Parts AlphaBlower Model 36-106-P (Cont’d) Impeller and Augers 36-106-P ITEM PART # DESCRIPTION 2118-301 Impeller 2118-302 Impeller Shaft F102-16050 Bolt, Hex F312-16 Nut, Lock 2118-258H Panel, Auger, Right Side 2118-258V Panel, Auger, Left Side 2118-351H Auger, Right 2118-351V Auger, Left F173-12030A Bolt, Flat, Int.
Page 55: Pto Shaft Guard
Parts AlphaBlower Model 36-106-P (Cont’d) PTO Shaft Guard 36-106-P ITEM PART # DESCRIPTION 2118-331 Bracket 2118-335 Guard, PTO Shaft F102-08016 Bolt, Hex F102-12025 Bolt, Hex F302-12 Nut, Hex F402-13 Washer, Seating 2118-332 Plate, Guard Lower 2118-332 Plate, Guard Upper F490-0512 Rivet, Blind AlphaBlower Operation and Maintenance Manual...
Page 56: Hydraulic Swivel Motor
Parts AlphaBlower Model 36-106-P (Cont’d) Hydraulic Swivel Motor AlphaBlower Operation and Maintenance Manual...
Page 57 Parts 36-106-P ITEM PART # DESCRIPTION 0984-301C Cog wheel / Pinion 0984-603 Cover 0984-604 Sleeve, Spacer 0984-605 Plate, Support F102-08025 Bolt, Hex F102-12100 Bolt, Hex F312-12 Nut, Lock F402-08 Washer, Seating F410-10 Washer, Seating G01-032 Fitting, Hydraulic G50-052 Gasket, Steel / Rubber H01-009 Motor, Hydraulic F600-001...
Page 58: Chute, 4-Stage
Parts AlphaBlower Model 36-106-P (Cont’d) Chute, 4-Stage See Chute, Hydraulic Tilt on page Detail A AlphaBlower Operation and Maintenance Manual...
Page 59 Parts 36-106-P ITEM PART # DESCRIPTION 0991-016 Bolt, Hex 1900-040 Flap 4 1900-045 Flap 3 1900-050 Flap 2 1900-055 Flap 1 1900-073 1900-075 Chute 1900-079 Sleeve 1900-080 Tutfeste 1900-085 Sleeve 1900-086 Sleeve 1900-090 Guard 1900-140 Sleeve 1900-208 Hose, Hydraulic 1900-210 Hose, Hydraulic 1900-212 Hose, Hydraulic...
Page 60: Chute, Hydraulic Tilt
Parts AlphaBlower Model 36-106-P (Cont’d) Chute, Hydraulic Tilt 36-106-P ITEM PART # DESCRIPTION 1900-200 Hose, Hydraulic 1900-205 Hose, Hydraulic 1900-206 Hose, Hydraulic F102-06080 Bolt, Hex F312-06 Nut, Locking F430-16 Retaining Ring F611-027 Clamp, Double G01-076 Nipple G01-080 Nipple G01-091 T-nipple G50-062 Gasket, Steel / Rubber H05-011...
Page 61: Drawbar Ball Bracket
Parts AlphaBlower Model 36-106-P (Cont’d) Drawbar Ball Bracket 36-106-P ITEM PART # DESCRIPTION 2118-230C Bracket, Drawbar Ball, Cat.3 2118-235 3025-075 Plate, Locking F102-12040 Bolt, Hex F312-12 Nut, Lock K15-061 Drawbar Ball, Cat. 3 AlphaBlower Operation and Maintenance Manual...
Page 62: Swivel Stopper
Parts AlphaBlower Model 36-106-P (Cont’d) Swivel Stopper AlphaBlower Operation and Maintenance Manual...
Page 63 Parts 33-100-P 33-100-H ITEM PART # DESCRIPTION 0984-551 Bracket 0984-552 Bracket F102-10035 Bolt, Hex F169-12030 Bolt, Cylinder F302-06 Bolt, Hex F312-10 Nut, Lock F402-10 Washer, Seating F420-12 Washer, Spring K08-023 Damper, Rubber AlphaBlower Operation and Maintenance Manual...
Page 64: Drift Cutters
Parts AlphaBlower Model 36-106-P (Cont’d) Drift Cutters 36-106-P ITEM PART # DESCRIPTION 2118-551 Support 2118-552H Plate, Front, Right 2118-552V Plate, Front, Left 2118-561H Cutting Edge, Right 2118-561V Cutting Edge, Left F102-12030 Bolt, Hex F102-12035 Bolt, Hex F312-12 Nut, Lock F402-13 Washer AlphaBlower Operation and Maintenance Manual...
Page 65: Decal Identification (Alphablower)
DECAL, GREASE POINT DC125 DECAL, CAUTION HYDRAULICS DC124 DECAL, READ MANUAL DC126 DECAL, STAY CLEAR DC123 DECAL, CRUSH HAZARD DC127 DECAL, 3 IN 1 WARNING DC117 36-106-P DC28 DECAL, SNOWWOLF DC29 DECAL, WOLFHEAD SWSN DECAL, SERIAL # AlphaBlower Operation and Maintenance Manual...
Page 66: Options
Parts Options Chute, Telescopic Detail E Detail A Detail C Detail B Detail D AlphaBlower Operation and Maintenance Manual...
Page 67 Parts 36-106-P ITEM PART # DESCRIPTION 0994-003 Bolt 0994-020 Loading Section, Lower 0994-040 Bracket, Sliding 0994-050 Hatch 0994-060 Arm, Locking 0994-100 Loading Section, Upper 0994-150 Flap, Adjustable 0994-160 Bracket 0994-210 Hose, Hydraulic 0994-220 Hose, Hydraulic 0994-230 Hose, Hydraulic 1535-560 Hose, Hydraulic 1554-988 Hose, Hydraulic 2060-951...
Page 68: Adjustable Gauge Wheels
Parts Options Model 36-106-P (Cont’d) Adjustable Gauge Wheels AlphaBlower Operation and Maintenance Manual...
Page 69 Parts 36-106-P ITEM PART # DESCRIPTION 0928-031 Pin, Cat. 2 2109-226 2118-214 Spacer 2118-215 Bracket, Wheel F102-16220 Bolt, Hex F312-16 Nut, Lock F430-25A Retaining Ring K07-03201 Hub, Wheel K07-039 Tire K15-052 Top Link, Cat. 2 AlphaBlower Operation and Maintenance Manual...
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Page 71: Specifications
Specifications AlphaBlower Specifications ............71 Torque Specifications .
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Page 73: Alphablower Specifications
Specifications AlphaBlower Specifications 5.5” 3.1” 74” 106” 110” DESCRIPTION Weight (Approx) 1,830 lbs. Height (Approx) 107.5” Height with Telescopic Chute (Approx) 139” - 171” Impeller Diameter (Approx) 35” Auger Diameter (Approx) 37” Auger Diameter (Approx) 37” Gauge Wheels PR10 6” x 9” AIr Pressure (Gauge Wheels) 100 psi Gearbox Main, Oil, Mobil SHC Gear 220...
Page 74: Torque Specifications
Specifications Torque Specifications Standard Hardware And Lock Nuts BOLT SAE GRADE 5 SAE GRADE 8 LOCK NUTS TYPE Nominal Plated or Plated W / Plated or Plated W / Plated or Plated W / Size Unplated ZnCr Unplated ZnCr Unplated ZnCr W / Grade W / Grade...