OWNER’S MANUAL Model Number 700233-1 BERCO Subframe JOHN DEERE 300 SERIES Tractors * ASSEMBLY * REPAIR PARTS * OPERATION * MAINTENANCE CAUTION: READ & FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES & INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING YOUR EQUIPMENT *104123_EN* 104123_EN J-05...
NOTE: All warranty work must be performed by an authorized dealer using original (manufacturer) replacement parts. NOTE: Bercomac reserves the right to change or improve the design of any part or accessory without assuming any obligation to modify any product previously manufactured.
INTRODUCTION TO THE PURCHASER This new accessory was carefully designed to give years of dependable service. This manual has been provided to assist in the safe operation and servicing of your attachment. NOTE: All photographs and illustrations in the manual may not necessarily depict the actual models or attachment, but are intended for reference only and are based on the latest product information available at the time of publication.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Careful operation is your best insurance against an accident. Read this section carefully before operating the vehicle and accessory. This accessory is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury. All operators, no matter how experienced they may be, should read this and other manuals related to the vehicle and accessory before operating.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS OPERATION: 13. Keep the accessory away from heat sources or flames. Do not put hands or feet near, under or inside rotating parts. MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE Exercise extreme caution when operating on or When cleaning, repairing or inspecting the vehicle crossing gravel drives, walks or roads.
ASSEMBLY IMPORTANT: TORQUE ALL BOLTS ACCORDING TO TORQUE SPECIFICATION TABLE (SEE TABLE CONTENTS) WHEN STATED: TIGHTEN FIRMLY. REFER PARTS BREAKDOWN SECTION FOR PARTS IDENTIFICATION. WARNING TO PREVENT INJURIES: Stop the motor. Apply parking brakes. Remove the ignition key. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug(s) and keep away from spark plug(s) to prevent accidental starting.
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ASSEMBLY Adjust the overall length of the push tube (item 1) to 37 3/4" by screwing or unscrewing the adjusting rod (item 2). Place the end of the adjusting rod into the large hole of the pivot support (item 3) and secure in place with a 3mm hair pin (not shown in the ) in the hole (item 4).
ASSEMBLY STEP 2 WARNING SNOWBLOWER INSTALLATION: Refer snowblower owner’s manual, parts TO PREVENT INJURIES: breakdown section for parts identification. See in Stop the motor. snowblower owner’s manual on how to modify Apply parking brakes. snowblower pulley for tractors with horizontal Remove the ignition key.
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ASSEMBLY CAUTION Never use the snowblower without the belt guard. Remove the belt guard from the back of snowblower. Remove the hair pin (item 6). Release the tension on the belt by moving the tension arm (item 7) forward. Install the V-belt by threading it under the idler pulleys and over the engine pulley as shown.
ASSEMBLY Insert the handle (item 1) into the support (item 2) as shown. Install the hook (item 3) on the rotation worm (item 4). Insert the hook in the handle (item 1). Secure with a 2.5 mm hair pin (item 5). Install handle VERIFY SKID SHOE ADJUSTMENT: LEVEL PAVED SURFACE: Adjust skid shoes to allow...
ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY ROTARY BROOM INSTALLATION: WARNING Refer to rotary broom owner’s manual, parts breakdown section for parts identification. TO PREVENT INJURIES: Stop the motor. WARNING Apply parking brakes. Remove the ignition key. FOR YOUR SECURITY: Disconnect the wire from the spark plug(s) and Read the rotary broom owner's manual for safety keep away from spark plug(s) to prevent accidental precautions and rules.
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ASSEMBLY Remove the hair pin (item 6). Release the tension on the belt by moving the idler arm (item 7) forward. Install the V-belt by threading it under the idler pulleys and over the engine pulley as shown. Important: Make sure the belt is not twisted more than 90°...
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MAINTENANCE ASSEMBLY Insert the handle (item 1) into the support (item 2) as shown. Install the handle (item 1) on the control rod (item 3) as shown and secure with a 2.5 mm hair pin (item 4). Install handle VERIFY TIRE PRESSURE: Check and adjust tractor tire pressure as follows: Front tires: 20-25 psi...
ASSEMBLY UTILITY BLADE INSTALLATION: Refer to Utility Blade owner’s manual, parts breakdown section for parts identification. WARNING FOR YOUR SECURITY: Read the Utility Blade owner's manual for safety precautions and rules. Follow the assembly and operation instructions. Attach the blade to the subframe as shown. Make sure the blade is pushed in until locked into place by the springs (item 1).
MAINTENANCE & DISMOUNTING SUBFRAME DISMOUNTING WARNING See Attachment Owner’s manual (Snowblower, Rotary Broom, Utility Blade) attachment TO PREVENT INJURIES: dismounting instructions. Stop the motor. Apply parking brakes. a) Remove the rear counterweight. Remove the ignition key. b) Release tension on the belt by moving the Disconnect the wire from the spark plug(s) and tension arm towards the back.
TORQUE SPECIFICATION TABLE GENERAL TORQUE SPECIFICATION TABLE USE 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 oil. They do not apply if special graphited or moly disulphide greases or other extreme pressure lubricants are used. This applies to both UNF and UNC threads.
PARTS LIST SUBFRAME Ref. Qty. Part # English description Description française Réf. Qté. Pièce # Pivot support Support de pivot 102318 Pulley support Support de poulie 102554 Front subframe Sous-châssis avant 102524 Goupille 102525 Handle support Support de manivelle 102526 Plastic grommet Oeillet de plastique 102063...
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PARTS LIST SUBFRAME Ref. Qty. Part # English description Description française Réf. Qté. Pièce # Flat pulley Poulie plate 102300 "V" Pulley Poulie en "V" 102086 Idler arm Bras de poulie 102314 Sleeve Douille 102322 Hex. bolt 3/8" n.c. x 2" Boulon hex.
ATTACHMENTS SNOWBLOWER ROTARY TILLER #700312 #700210 40" Mounts to the rear of lawn & garden UTILITY BLADE #700266 #700211 44" tractors 14 to 25 HP. Comes complete with drive & manual lift mechanisms Mounts on the same subframe as the Fits on same subframe as rotary &...
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