TO THE OWNER: Read this manual before operating your Woods equipment. The information presented will prepare you to do a better and safer job. Keep this manual handy for ready reference. Require all operators to read this manual carefully and become acquainted with all adjustment and operating procedures before attempting to operate.
SAFETY RULES ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! PREPARATION Safety is a primary concern in the design and man- ■ Check that all hardware is properly installed. ufacture of our products. Unfortunately, our efforts Always tighten to Bolt Torque Chart specifica- to provide safe equipment can be wiped out by an tions unless instructed otherwise in this manual.
SAFETY RULES ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! ■ Be alert and turn the machine off if children ■ Do not operate or transport on steep slopes. enter the work area. ■ Do not stop, start, or change directions sudden- ■...
■ NEVER GO UNDERNEATH EQUIPMENT. Never ■ Keep all persons away from operator control place any part of the body underneath equip- area while performing adjustments, service, or ment or between moveable parts even when the maintenance. engine has been turned off. Hydraulic system leak-down, hydraulic system failures, mechan- ■...
Replace safety decals if they are missing or illegible. Replacement safety decals can be ordered free from your Woods dealer, or in the United States and Canada call 1-800-319-6637.
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SAFETY & INSTRUCTIONAL DECALS ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! Replace Immediately If Damaged! W2500783 W2500784 W2500786 W2500791 W2500792 W2500791 W2500786 W2500784 W2500792 15502 18869 642629 1015373 1021069 DANGER WARNING WARNING DANGER SHIELD MISSING ROTATING COMPONENTS DO NOT OPERATE - PUT SHIELD ON Do not operate without cover in place.
OPERATION The operator is responsible for the safe operation of ■ Never place hands or body into discharge chute the snow blower. The operator must be properly or auger to unclog. Stored energy can cause trained. Operators should be familiar with the tractor, auger to quickly rotate when unclogging occurs snow blower, and all safety practices before starting and cause severe injury or amputation.
4. Attach the tractor lower arms (item 2) with the two pins (item 1) and secure in place with the 7/16 “ring The SB54.30 and SB64.30 snow blowers require the pins (item 3) in the upper holes (item 10) for small...
ATTACHING SNOW BLOWER TO TRACTOR WITH A QUICK HITCH Figure 3 1. Make sure the parking stand is lowered. To do this, remove the round wire lock pin (item 9) from the parking stand (item 8), lower the parking stand and insert the round wire lock pin (item 9) under the snow blower attachment tube.
IMPORTANT: To obtain the proper universal joint an- Model gles, it is recommended to adjust the 3-Point hitch at Tube Overlap the furthest point from the tractor recommended by the SB54.30 manufacturer. The universal joint angle is directly re- 5-1/4" 5" < 20 PTO Hp lated with the life of driveline.
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6. File the ends of the tubes to remove burrs and clean out any chips. 7. Apply grease to the inside of the female tube section. Driveline Installation Figure 7 1. Remove the paint from the gearbox shaft (item 1) and grease if needed.
OPERATION Each operator should review this section of the manual at the start of the season and as often as required to be familiar with the machine. When using, follow this procedure: 1. Review and follow the “Pre-Operation Check List,” page 19.
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Adjusting Discharge Chute Deflector Position The height of snow discharge is controlled by position of chute deflector on discharge chute. To adjust the deflector angle, unscrew the plastic handle and select a notch at the desired angle. It is recommended to use the notches, but it is possible to adjust the angle between two notches.
When transporting snow blower, review and follow this procedure: CAUTION ■ Be sure all bystanders are clear of machine. ■ Be sure that machine is securely attached to tractor and all retainer pins are installed. ■ Raise machine. ■ Do not allow riders. SNOW REMOVAL METHODS When removing snow, do not use the snow blower as a dozer blade to push snow.
Figure 11. Snow Removal Patterns 3. Check auger, fan and drivelines for damage or en- STORAGE tangled material. Repair or replace damaged parts. Remove the entangled material. WARNING 4. Inspect all hydraulic hoses, fittings, lines and cou- plers. Tighten any loose fittings. Replace any hose ■...
Check all lubrication points and grease as in- ■ Sand down scratches and the edges of areas of structed in “Service, lubrication information”. missing paint and coat with Woods spray paint Make sure the PTO slip joint is lubricated and of matching color (purchase from your Woods that the gearbox fluid levels are correct.
OWNER SERVICE The information in this section is written for operators ■ Always wear relatively tight and belted clothing who possess basic mechanical skills. If you need help, to avoid entanglement in moving parts. Wear your dealer has trained service technicians available. sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and protec- For your protection, read and follow the safety informa- tive equipment for eyes, hair, hands, hearing,...
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Shear Bolt Replacement Auger Drive Chain Maintenance The input driveline and side drive shaft are both pro- The auger chain should be inspected every 25 hours. tected by shear bolts in case of shock load from striking New chain has a tendency to stretch, so it is necessary an obstruction.
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Lubrication Figure 14. Lubrication IMPORTANT: Perform all the maintenance section without taking into account the hours given in the fol- lowing cases: • At least once a year if the snow blower is used less than 20 hours annually. • After each storage period.
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If shield is damaged or worn, replace components with genuine Woods service parts. Comer Driveline 1. Rotate three rectangular plastic pins with a screw driver 90°.
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION PTO Shaft shear bolt continues PTO shaft at too great an angle. Do not exceed a 15 degree to shear angle at PTO shaft. PTO shear bolt is too soft. Use a grade 8.8 bolt. (Comer 40 series) Tilt on the snow blower Reduce tilt on snow blower by is too great causing an...
(7, 8, 9). Assembly of this snow blower is the responsibility of the Woods dealer. It should be delivered to the owner 5. Tighten all bolts to the specifications in the Bolt completely assembled, lubricated and adjusted for nor- Torque Chart at the end of this manual.
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8. Insert the rotation handle (6) through the grommet in upper handle support (7) and into the rotation tube (1). Select desired length, align nearest holes and secure with a 4mm x 80mm hairpin (8). The length will be adjusted later for a convenient position on your tractor.
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Optional Hydraulic Rotator Installation 4. Figure 24: Install a 0.052" flow restrictor (2) in each motor port (1). Figures 22 - 27 ■ Keep hands and body away from pressurized WARNING lines. Use paper or cardboard, not hands or other body parts to check for leaks. Wear safe- ty goggles.
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9. Figure 26: Assemble the hose support (1) on the 3. Check if there is contamination in the hydraulic side of the upper 3-point hitch with two 3/8"NC x circuit. 1-1/4" bolts and nylon insert locknuts (2, 3). • To do so, first verify if the chute rotates well in one direction.
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Optional Hydraulic Chute Deflector 3. Figure 31: Using thread sealant, install a 90° 3/8" NPT male x 1/4" NPT swivel female elbow (1a) on Figures 29 - 36 the port of the cylinder rod side, pointing upwards and parallel to the cylinder (2). Install a 90° 3/8" NPT WARNING male x 1/4"...
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6. Figure 34: Attach the hose support (1) on the upper 8. Connect the hoses to the tractor, raise and lower the 3-point right hitch (2) with two 3/8" NC x 1 1/4" bolts snow blower, and rotate the chute to all positions (3) and 3/8"...
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2. Figure 38: Attach the electric actuator rod (1a) to the 5. Install the snow blower on the tractor by following base of the chute (item 2) with a 3/8" x 1-1/2" hex the instructions of the Operation Section. bolt and nylon insert locknut (3, 4). Attach the base side of the electric cylinder (1b) to the deflector (5) with a 3/8"...
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Figure 43. Electrical Diagram 9. Figure 43: Connect the flat terminal of the 72" red 15. Secure the tap connector to the selected power wire to terminal A of the switch. Then connect the source and bring the red wire to the tap connector, flat terminal of the white wire to terminal B of the cutting off the excess if necessary.
DEALER CHECKLISTS DEALER PRE-DELIVERY CHECKLIST DELIVERY CHECKLIST (DEALER’S RESPONSIBILITY) (DEALER’S RESPONSIBILITY) Show customer how to make adjustments and Inspect the equipment thoroughly after assembly to select proper PTO speed. ensure it is set up properly before delivering it to the customer.
BOLT TORQUE CHART Always tighten hardware to these values unless a different torque value or tightening procedure is listed for a specific application. Fasteners must always be replaced with the same grade as specified in the manual parts list. Always use the proper tool for tightening hardware: SAE for SAE hardware and Metric for metric hardware. Make sure fastener threads are clean and you start thread engagement properly.
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