TABLE OF CONTENT INTRODUCTION – TO THE PURCHASER ....................3 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ..........................4 Before Operation ............................ 4 Notice ..............................5 The Snowblower ............................. 5 Before Operation ........................5 Snowblower operation ......................6 The Tractor ............................. 7 General Information ........................ 7 Operating the Tractor ......................
INTRODUCTION O THE URCHASER All products are designed to give safe, Illustrations dependable service if they are operated and maintained according to instructions. Read and The illustrations may not necessarily reproduce understand this manual before operation. the full detail and the exact shape of the parts or depict the actual models, but are intended for reference only.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SAFETY FIRST This symbol, the industry's "Safety Alert Symbol", is used throughout this manual and on labels on the machine itself to warn of the possibility of personal injury. Read these instructions carefully. It is essential that you read the instructions and safety regulations before you attempt to assemble or use this unit.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS - continued OTICE A safe operator is the best assurance against accidents. All operators, no matter how experienced they may be, should read this operator's manual and all other related manuals before attempting to operate the equipment. Please read the following section and pay particular attention to all safety recommendations contained in this manual and those labeled on the equipment and on the tractor.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS - continued Snowblower Operation 1. Before leaving the tractor unattended, take 10. If snowblower starts vibrate possible precautions. Park abnormally, disengage the PTO, stop the tractor/snowblower on level ground, place the engine immediately and check for cause. transmission in neutral, set the parking Excessive vibration is generally a sign of brake, disengage the PTO, lower the trouble.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS - continued RACTOR General Information 1. Read the operator's manual carefully before 11. Use of rear counterweights for better traction using tractor. Lack of operating knowledge and stability is recommended. can lead to accidents. 12. Handle fuel with care, as it is highly 2.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS - continued During Operation Roll-Over Protective Structure (ROPS) 1. Do allow passengers 1. DO NOT weld, drill or alter the ROPS. tractor/snowblower at any time. There is no Damaged ROPS must not be straightened safe place for passengers on this equipment. or used.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS - continued AINTENANCE ALWAYS USE GENUINE PARTS WHEN 10.Do not modify or alter this equipment or any REPLACEMENT PARTS ARE REQUIRED of its components or operating functions. If you have questions concerning modifications, 1. Keep the tractor and snowblower properly consult with your dealer.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS - continued RANSPORTING TORAGE 1. Transporting on public roadway: When Before storing the snowblower, certain driving the tractor and equipment on the precautions should be taken to protect it road or highway under 25 mph, at night or from deterioration.
ASSEMBLY NOWBLOWER SSEMBLY The snowblower is assembled at the factory, however, parts contained in the hardware bag must be assembled. Use the present manual and lay out all parts for assembly. Separate bolts and nuts into various sizes. After assembly, torque all the bolts according to the Torque Specification Table enclosed at the end of the manual.
ASSEMBLY Installation of Snowblower with Quick Hitch (Figure 2) 1. Install the two cat. 1 pins (item 2) on the right and left snowblower hitches in the upper holes leaving 3 1/4" between the jam nut CAUTION and the end of the pin as shown on figure. 2.
ASSEMBLY Danger: Tractors Too Big IMPORTANT A proper initial installation will give you years of It is dangerous to use a tractor that is too big and satisfactory service on your equipment. Please powerful. The tractor will always be able to read carefully following instructions that have overload the blower, even if the machine is been specially included to help you and ensure...
ASSEMBLY Unequal Angles at Driveline Joints Equal Angles at Driveline Joints Avoid Recommended Angles at Each End of Driveline A popular habit is to change the snowblower angle in order to obtain a better scraping effect. This practice can become harmful to the driveline since the angle at each end is Figure 3 unequal.
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ASSEMBLY NOTE: Before cutting, make sure the two 5. Cut the guard a second time leaving the shafts intersect by at least 7 3/4" when in same distance between the end of the working position that is when the snowblower guard and the end of the shaft as existed rests on the ground.
ASSEMBLY Driveline Installation (Fig.6-6A) B48A (figure 6) Figure 6 1. Separate the snowblower from the three point hitch. 2. Remove paint from snowblower gearbox shaft (item 2) and grease driveline sliding surfaces and yoke. 3. Insert the 1/4" x 1/4" x 1 1/4" key (item 1) on the gearbox shaft.
ASSEMBLY Removing Snowblower from Tractor (Figures 7-8-9) Three Point Hitch 1. Set parking brake and turn engine off. IMPORTANT: To avoid damages to the snowblower, retorque all bolts after the first 10 2. Figure 7: Remove the wire round lock pin hours of operation.
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ASSEMBLY Quick Hitch 1. Set parking brake and turn engine off. 2. Figure 7: Remove the wire round lock pin (item 2), lower the parking stand (item 1) and reinsert the wire round lock pin in the lower hole (item 3). 3.
OPERATION ENERAL REPARATION DJUSTMENTS 1. Read the operator’s manual carefully before Chain Tension Adjustment using tractor snowblower. (Figure 10) thoroughly familiar with the controls and The premature wear of the chain may be caused proper use of the equipment. Know how to by tension being too tight.
OPERATION EMOVAL ETHODS 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.
Drive shaft: Driveline B48A IMPORTANT: When the snowblower is not Shearbolt hex. 1/4" NC x 1 3/4" gr.5, including used for more than two weeks, perform 1/4" NC nylon insert locknut. Part # 663837 driveline maintenance and always store it in a dry place, away from bad weather conditions.
MAINTENANCE UBRICATION Use oil or a grease gun and lubricate as follows: DESCRIPTION INTERVAL LUBRICATION REQUIRED Grease each universal joint. Separate the 8 hours sliding parts and cover each one of them Driveline with grease 16 hours Oil the connections 4 hours Chain Lubricate with chain lube...
PARTS NTRODUCTION All parts are illustrated in "exploded views" which show the individual parts in their normal relationship to each other. Reference numbers are used in the illustrations. These numbers correspond to those in the "Reference Number" (REF) column, and are followed by the description and quantity required. O/L - "Obtain Locally"...
WARRANTY RADTECH warrants to the original buyer that the equipment is free from defects in material and workmanship. RADTECH's obligation, under this warranty, will be limited to the repair or replacement of any non-wear part or component, which RADTECH finds to be defective within one year from the date of original purchase (unless otherwise-specified).
TORQUE SPECIFICATION TABLE GENERAL SPECIFICATION TABLE Use the following torques when special torques are not given. Note: These values apply to fasteners as received from supplier, when dry. These values do not apply if lubricants are used. BOLT SIZES (SAE) TORQUE INCHES Pounds-Foot...
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