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OPERATOR'S AND PARTS MANUAL
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Model ZTB
Zero Turn Snowblower
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M-B Companies, Inc.
1615 Wisconsin Ave.
P. O. Box 200
New Holstein, WI 53061-0200
(920) 898-1560 or 800-558-5800
FAX: (920) 898-4588
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Publication: ZTB-080112
11/14/12
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  • Page 1 OPERATOR’S AND PARTS MANUAL Model ZTB Zero Turn Snowblower M-B Companies, Inc. 1615 Wisconsin Ave. P. O. Box 200 New Holstein, WI 53061-0200 (920) 898-1560 or 800-558-5800 Publication: ZTB-080112 FAX: (920) 898-4588 11/14/12...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Remove Ribbon And Gearbox ................15 Remove The Impeller ...................15 MAiNTENANcE ......................16 Maintenance Schedule ..................16 STORAgE ........................17 Temporary Storage (30 Days Or Less) ..............17 Long Term Storage (Longer Than 30 Days) ............17 TROUBLEShOOTiNg ....................18 SERvicE PARTS ......................19 Publication: ZTB-080112 M-B Companies, Inc. 11/14/12...
  • Page 4 TABLE Of cONTENTS PARTS LiST ........................20 Snowblower Ribbon .....................20 Snowblower Chute ....................21 Snowblower Body ....................22 Decals ........................24 fASTENER TORqUE REcOMMENDATiON ..............25 Torque For Standard Fasteners ................25 Torque-Tension Relationship For Metric Fasteners ..........26 WARRANTy ........................27 Publication: ZTB-080112 M-B Companies, Inc. 11/14/12...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    The snowblower head serial number plate/decal can be found in the location shown in Figure 1. Record the serial number in the space provided. Snowblower Serial Number: Figure 1 Publication: ZTB-080112 M-B Companies, Inc. 11/14/12...

  • Page 6: Safety

    Never start the equipment unless you are absolutely certain that everyone in the area is clear of the machine and aware it is being started. • Follow the manufacturer’s recommended start-up procedure. Publication: ZTB-080112 M-B Companies, Inc. 11/14/12...

  • Page 7: Operation Guidelines

    Inspect unit and make any necessary repairs before restart. • Never place your hands or any part of your body or clothing inside or near any moving part while unit is running. Publication: ZTB-080112 M-B Companies, Inc. 11/14/12...

  • Page 8: Slope Operation

    • Do not operate near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. The unit could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves in. Publication: ZTB-080112 M-B Companies, Inc. 11/14/12...

  • Page 9: Ansi B71.3-1995 Warnings

    9. Never operate the snowblower without proper guards plates, or other safety protective devises in place. 10. Never operate the snowblower near glass enclosures, automobiles, window wells, drop-offs, and the like without proper adjustment of the discharge angle. Keep children and pets away. Publication: ZTB-080112 M-B Companies, Inc. 11/14/12...

  • Page 10: Controls And Features

    1. Use the mower deck hand lever to lift/lower. 2. Consult tractor Owner's manual for operation. If the lift/lower is electrically controlled: 1. Use the electric rocker switch on the handlebar to actuate. 2. Press the rocker switch to lift or lower. Publication: ZTB-080112 M-B Companies, Inc. 11/14/12...

  • Page 11: Assembly

    ASSEMBLy ASSEMBLy The ZTB Zero Turn Snowblower is designed to be used with the Zero Turn Tractor. The attachment mount should already be mounted to the tractor. Do no make any modifications to the attachment, the mounting frame Installation of the attachment mount is described in the publication for or associated hardware.
  • Page 12 The bearing will keep the drive belt from jumping out of the pulley. j. Secure the top cover plate over the pulleys Open Push in to open. To attachment Pull out to tension. Figure 6 Publication: ZTB-080112 M-B Companies, Inc. 11/14/12...
  • Page 13 When the crank is turned, the chute discharge is redirected. This standard configuration uses a glide ring as a bearing surface for the chute. Assemble the chute rotation rod and gear to the body of the snowblower. Publication: ZTB-080112 M-B Companies, Inc. 11/14/12...
  • Page 14 Position the actuator as shown and bolt it to the plate. i. Attach the plate to the side of the chute opening. j. Connect the electrical plug to the wiring harness from the control box mounted to the handlebars. Publication: ZTB-080112 M-B Companies, Inc. 11/14/12...

  • Page 15: Operation

    For manual systems: 1. Use the swing control rod to change the position of the discharge chute. For electric systems: 1. Press the electric rocker switch on the handle bars to position the discharge chute. Publication: ZTB-080112 M-B Companies, Inc. 11/14/12...

  • Page 16: Adjustment & Service

    If the skid shoes are wearing unevenly they can be switched to the opposite side. When the skid shoes are worn out they must be replaced. Remove Nuts Figure 16 Place shims between the Skid Shoe ground and the scraper blade. Figure 15 Publication: ZTB-080112 M-B Companies, Inc. 11/14/12...

  • Page 17: Remove Ribbon And Gearbox

    A shear bolt must be used to connect the impeller to the gearbox. Do not overtighten. The outer tube must not tighten onto the inner shaft. failure to follow this instruction may damage the snowblower. Publication: ZTB-080112 M-B Companies, Inc. 11/14/12...

  • Page 18: Maintenance

    MAiNTENANcE SchEDULE Maintenance Service Interval Notes Required Clean and lubricate Annually - More Use spray grease discharge chute glide often if needed ring Change oil in gear Annually - More case often if needed Publication: ZTB-080112 M-B Companies, Inc. 11/14/12...

  • Page 19: Storage

    Storage instructions in the Safety section, then perform the following steps: 1. Coat all bare metal surfaces with paint or light coat of oil to prevent rusting. 2. Clean external surfaces. 3. Completely lubricate as outlined in the MAiNTENANcE section. Publication: ZTB-080112 M-B Companies, Inc. 11/14/12...

  • Page 20: Troubleshooting

    Replace shear bolt. 3. Engine clutch not engaging. 3. Check clutch operation. Repair if needed Excessive vibration. 1. Loose parts or damaged assembly. 1. Tighten all hardware. Check rotating parts for damage. If vibration continues. Publication: ZTB-080112 M-B Companies, Inc. 11/14/12...

  • Page 21: Service Parts

    Chute Glide Ring 600-160526 Drive Shaft Bearing 600-132224 Ribbon Bearing Please have your serial number (S/N) ready when contacting M-B Co. or an Authorized Dealer for replacement parts or service information. M-B Co. website: www.m-bco.com 1615 Wisconsin Ave. email: sales@m-bco.com P.O.

  • Page 22: Parts List

    Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 UNC x .75 370-172347 Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 UNC x 1.50 371-81620 Nut, Hex, ESNA, 5/16-18-UNC 401-160392 Shaft, Auger 401-172265 Cutting Edge, 60" ZTB 401-172272 Block, Skid Shoe, Snowblower, 60" 410-160644 Auger Weldment, RH, 60" ZSB 410-160645 Auger Weldment, LH, 60 ZSB 410-172245 Snowblower, W.

  • Page 23: Snowblower Chute

    Plate, Gear Mount, Chute 401-172466 Plate, Bracket 401-172653 Rod, Chute Rotation 401-172654 Rod, Chute Rotation 401-172755 Plate, Gear, Chute Base 410-172270 Chute W.U., ZSB 502-172652 U-Joint, Low-Speed 1/2" Bore, 7/8" DP 716-172325 Motor, Dorman 742-143 Publication: ZTB-080112 M-B Companies, Inc. 11/14/12...

  • Page 24: Snowblower Body

    PARTS LiST SNOWBLOWER BODy Publication: ZTB-080112 M-B Companies, Inc. 11/14/12...

  • Page 25: 341-20000 Washer, Flat - 5/16 Std Zinc Pl

    410-172270 Chute W.U., ZSB 410-176172 Mount, ZSB Pulleys 600-176055 Cam Follower Eccentric, 1.25 OD 505-172610 Pulley, 3.50" Idler 505-172697 Idler Pulley, Flat 505-172767 Pulley, 9" O.D., 1" I.D. w/Shear Pin Hole 600-160526 Bearing, 4-Bolt Publication: ZTB-080112 M-B Companies, Inc. 11/14/12...

  • Page 26: Decals

    PARTS LiST DEcALS item Part Number Description 390-118356 Decal, Grease Point 390-118349 Decal, Danger, No Riders 390-118351 Decal, Caution, Read Operator’s Manual 390-118352 Decal, Warning, Moving Parts Hazard Not Shown 390-117897 Decal, M-B Publication: ZTB-080112 M-B Companies, Inc. 11/14/12...

  • Page 27: Fastener Torque Recommendation

    Torque values calculated from formulas T=KDF, where K = 0.15 for “lubricated” conditions K = 0.17 for zinc plated and dry conditions K = 0.20 for plain and dry conditions D = Nominal Diameter F = Clamp Load Publication: ZTB-080112 M-B Companies, Inc. 11/14/12...

  • Page 28: Torque-Tension Relationship For Metric Fasteners

    Torque values calculated from formulas T=KDF, where K = 0.15 for “lubricated” conditions K = 0.17 for zinc plated and dry conditions K = 0.20 for plain and dry conditions D = Nominal Diameter F = Clamp Load Publication: ZTB-080112 M-B Companies, Inc. 11/14/12...

  • Page 29: Warranty

    Exclusions: Any improper use, operation beyond capacity, or substitution of parts not approved by M-B, or alteration or repair by others in such a manner as in M-B’s judgment materially and/or adversely a ects the product shall void this warranty. This warranty does not apply to defects caused by damage or unreasonable use while in the possession of the...

  • Page 30: M-B Companies, Inc

    M-B Companies, Inc. 1615 Wisconsin Ave. P. O. Box 200 New Holstein, WI 53061-0200 (920) 898-1560 or 800-558-5800 FAX: (920) 898-4588...

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