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Subframe & Drive Mechanism
HUSQVARNA, ARIENS, POULAN, DIXON & WEEDEATER
READ & FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES & INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE
106576_EN
Berco
tractors
* ASSEMBLY
* OPERATION
CAUTION:
OPERATING YOUR EQUIPMENT
OWNER'S MANUAL

Model Number

700413-5 Subframe
700414-2 Compact Drive Mechanism
700415-2 Northeast Drive Mechanism
700458-1 Compact Drive Mechanism
700459-1 Northeast Drive Mechanism
for
* REPAIR PARTS
* MAINTENANCE
*106221*
1
M-09

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  • Page 1: Model Number

    OWNER’S MANUAL Model Number 700413-5 Subframe 700414-2 Compact Drive Mechanism 700415-2 Northeast Drive Mechanism 700458-1 Compact Drive Mechanism 700459-1 Northeast Drive Mechanism Berco Subframe & Drive Mechanism HUSQVARNA, ARIENS, POULAN, DIXON & WEEDEATER tractors * ASSEMBLY * REPAIR PARTS * OPERATION...
  • Page 2: Limited Warranty

    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.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE INTRODUCTION ..............................SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ............................. SAFETY DECALS ..............................ASSEMBLY Step 1: Tractor Preparation ........................Step 2: Subframe Installation ........................ Step 3a: Drive Mechanism Preparation & Installation 700414-2 & 700415-2 ........Step 3b: Drive Mechanism Installation 700458-1 & 700459-1 ……………………...………………….. 20 Step 4: Snowblower Installation ......................
  • Page 4: Introduction

    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.
  • Page 5: Safety Precautions

    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.
  • Page 6 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS OPERATION: MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE Do not put hands or feet near, under or inside rotating parts. When cleaning, repairing or inspecting the vehicle and accessory, make certain that all moving parts Exercise extreme caution when operating on or have stopped.
  • Page 7: Safety Decals

    SAFETY DECALS REPLACE IF DECALS ARE DAMAGED SEE PARTS BREAKDOWN FOR DECAL LOCATION DECAL #105133 Failure to observe these instructions could lead to severe injury or death. To avoid injury to hands or fingers: -Always keep hands clear of rope hook loop, ,hook and fairlead opening during installation , operation and when spooling in or out.
  • Page 8: Assembly

    VGT frames and step through frames. 700458-1 700459-1 drive mechanisms can be installed on tractors with step through frames only. Discard belt guides supplied with drive me- chanism 700458-1 & 700459-1 when installing with a 700413-5 subframe. VGT Frame...
  • Page 9: Step 1: Tractor Preparation

    ASSEMBLY Before starting the subframe installation, verify if your has a tractor heat shield as shown (A-1). If the tractor has this shield, you must remove it and install the new one included in this kit as shown(A-2). NOTE: If the original heat shield is bolted to the front of tractor frame, detach the top part (item 1) of the heat shield (item 2) that is supplied by folding it up and down along the dotted line.
  • Page 10: Step 2: Subframe Installation

    ASSEMBLY STEP 2 SUBFRAME INSTALLATION: You must choose which brace pin (item 1 or item 4) that is appropriate for your tractor model. Tractors with a clutch that measures 5.5” high only (as shown): You must use brace pin (item 1) and install it in the bottom holes of the right support (item 2) with two carriage bolts 3/8’’...
  • Page 11 ASSEMBLY RIGHT SUPPORT: Install the right support (item 1) on the right side. The chart identifies the hardware according to the holes in the tractor’s frame. Even though some holes may not exist on certain models of tractors, use the maximum of holes &...
  • Page 12 ASSEMBLY LEFT SUPPORT AND HANDLE SUPPORT: Install the left support (item 1) and the handle support (item 17). Secure the brace pin (item 19) The chart identifies the hardware according to the holes in the tractor’s frame. Even though some holes may not exist on certain models of tractors, use the maximum of holes &...
  • Page 13 ASSEMBLY If necessary, slide the shim (item 20, previous page) between the tractor frame and the support, in line with hole (item 9 or item 11). (Make sure that the shim stays perpendicular with the top of the support). Slightly tighten the screws and bolts. Make sure that the brace pin stays straight and does not come into contact with any part of the tractor (ex: the engine belt when mower deck is in raised...
  • Page 14 ASSEMBLY TRACTORS WITH MANUAL CLUTCH ACTIVATED BY A CABLE: If it is not possible to put back in place the tractor’s belt guides, use the replacement belt guides supplied. Insert the collars (item 1) on the brace pin (item 4). Tighten slightly.
  • Page 15 ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY PIVOT SUPPORT: Turn the front wheels towards the right. Install the pivot support (item 1) between the two supports and slide in place the pin (item 2) in the required holes. The other holes get the hooked end (item 5) of the pin.
  • Page 16: Step 3A: Drive Mechanism Preparation & Installation 700414-2 & 700415-2

    ASSEMBLY LIFT MECHANISM: Slide the link (item 1) inside the box of the right support (item 2). Insert the pin (item 3) inside the link. Insert the lift arm (item 4) on the pin (item 5) of the right support and on the pin (item 3). Secure the arm with one washer (item 6) and one hair pin 4 mm (item 7).
  • Page 17 ASSEMBLY NOTE: If a bracket is installed on the outside of the lefthand side of the tractor frame: 1 Install the left support on the inside of the frame. Secure both bracket and left support to frame using hardware already mentionned. 2 Insert two flat washers 7/16’’...
  • Page 18 ASSEMBLY Use the following instructions to reposition the support (item 1) as needed. To make the job easier, remove the spring (item 2). Remove the support (item 1) by removing the two hex. bolts 1/4’’ x 1/2’’ (item 3). Tractor Position 2006 (most models, factory installed) VGT frame...
  • Page 19 ASSEMBLY TRACTOR WITH AN ELECTRIC CLUTCH. No modifications are needed. TRACTORS WITH A MANUAL CLUTCH ACTIVAT- ED BY A CABLE. Remove the spring that is hooked in holes (item1) of idler arm (item 2) and drive frame (item 10). Hook the spring of the tractor’s cable (item 5) on the tension arm.
  • Page 20 ASSEMBLY DRIVE MECHANISM INSTALLATION: NOTE: You must remove mower deck to install the drive mechanism. Install the drive mechanism (item 1) by hooking the front part of the drive frame (item 2) on the brace pin (item 3). Lift and attach the rear portion of the drive frame between the supports (items 4 or 5 or 6) by inserting a pin on each side.
  • Page 21 ASSEMBLY When the drive mechanism is disengaged, the belt guides (item 4) must push enough on the belt (item 3) so that the drive mechanism pulley does not turn. Tighten the collar screw and the nut tightly. NOTE: After installation, attach the cable to the frame with the new tie wrap supplied with this kit.
  • Page 22: Step 3B: Drive Mechanism Installation 700458-1 & 700459-1

    ASSEMBLY STEP 3B: WARNING 700458-1 & 700459-1 DRIVE MECHANISM PREPARATION & INSTALLATION: TO PREVENT INJURIES: It is the person who installs the drive mechanism WARNING responsibility to make sure that when the clutch is disengaged that all moving parts stop. TO PREVENT INJURIES: For more information, do not hesitate to contact Stop the motor.
  • Page 23 ASSEMBLY Install the drive mechanism (item 1). # Item Description Action The front end of drive Hook on the pins. mechanism The back end of Install between the drive mechanism supports. Insert as shown. *See note. Hair pin Secure the pin. *NOTE: If the pin (item 3) is difficult to slide in the supports, loosen the nuts ( item A).
  • Page 24 ASSEMBLY VERIFICATION OF THE BELT AND PULLEY ALIGNMENT: WARNING TO PREVENT INJURIES: do this verification when the engine of the vehicle is not running. IMPORTANT: Adjust the height of the three supports (items 1, 2 and 3) to make sure the drive mechanism pulley (item 4) is aligned with the engine pulley (item 5) more or less 1/8’’.
  • Page 25: Step 4: Snowblower Installation

    ASSEMBLY STEP 4 WARNING SNOWBLOWER INSTALLATION: Refer to snowblower owner’s manual, parts breakdown TO PREVENT INJURIES: section for parts identification. Stop the motor. Apply parking brake. WARNING Remove the ignition key. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug(s) and keep away from spark plug(s) to prevent accidental FOR YOUR SECURITY: starting.
  • Page 26: Maintenance & Dismounting

    MAINTENANCE & DISMOUNTING MAINTENANCE BELT REPLACEMENT Drive Mechanism Belt: a) Check mounting bolts at frequent intervals for Dismount the drive mechanism. proper tightness to be sure equipment is in safe Remove the bolt which retains the tension pulley. working condition. Replace the belt and re-install the tension pulley.
  • Page 27: Torque Specification Table

    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.
  • Page 28: Compact Drive Mechanism 700414-2

    PARTS BREAKDOWN COMPACT DRIVE MECHANISM #700414-2...
  • Page 29 PARTS LIST COMPACT DRIVE MECHANISM #700414-2 Ref. Qty. Part # English description Description française Réf. Qté. Pièce # 1 Drive frame Châssis d'entraînement 104343 2 Idler arm Bras de tension 104347 3 Cable holder Fixation du cable 104092 4 Support Support 104344 5 Support...
  • Page 30: Northeast Drive Mechanism 700415-2

    PARTS BREAKDOWN NORTHEAST DRIVE MECHANISM #700415-2...
  • Page 31 PARTS LIST NORTHEAST DRIVE MECHANISM 700415-2 Ref. Qty. Part # English description Description française Réf. Qté. Pièce # 1 Drive frame Châssis d'entraînement 104343 2 Idler arm Bras de tension 104347 3 Cable holder Fixation du câble 104092 4 Support Support 104344 5 Support...
  • Page 32: Compact Drive Mechanism 700458-1

    PARTS BREAKDOWN COMPACT DRIVE MECHANISM 700458-1...
  • Page 33 PARTS LIST COMPACT DRIVE MECHANISM 700458-1 Ref. Qty. Part # English description Description française Réf. Qté. Pièce # Drive frame Châssis d'entraînement 104838 Drive frame support Support du châssis d'entraînement 104840 Adjustment rod Tige d'ajustement 104841 Right support Support droit 104842 Left support Support gauche...
  • Page 34: Northeast Drive Mechanism 700459-1

    PARTS BREAKDOWN NORTHEAST DRIVE MECHANISM 700459-1...
  • Page 35 PARTS LIST NORTHEAST DRIVE MECHANISM 700459-1 Ref. Qty. Part # English description Description française Réf. Qté. Pièce # Drive frame Châssis d'entraînement 104838 Drive frame support Support du châssis d'entraînement 104840 Adjustment rod Tige d'ajustement 104841 Right support Support droit 104842 Left support Support gauche...
  • Page 36: Subframe

    PARTS BREAKDOWN SUBFRAME #700413-5...
  • Page 37: Parts List

    PARTS LIST SUBFRAME #700413-5 Ref. Qty. Part # English description Description française Réf. Qté. Pièce # Right support Support droit 104332 Lift arm Bras de relevage 104336 Left support Support gauche 104331 Brace pin Tige de renfort 104334 Link Lien...
  • Page 38 PARTS LIST SUBFRAME #700413-5 Ref. Qty. Part # English description Description française Réf. Qté. Pièce # Hair pin 4mm Goupille à ressort 4mm 102054 Washer Rondelle 104339 Shim Cale 104120 Shim Cale 104121 Spacer Espaceur 104091 Washer Rondelle 104122 Belt guide...
  • Page 39: Attachments

    ATTACHMENTS ATTACHMENTS SNOWBLOWER ROTARY TILLER #700312 #700255-40" Mounts to the rear of lawn, yard & #700374-44" UTILITY BLADE #700266 garden tractors 14 to 25 HP. Comes #700378-48" complete with drive & manual lift Fits on same subframe as rotary Mounts on the same subframe as the mechanisms &...
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