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    SB7038 Snowblower The information in this operator’s manual is limited in application to the Honda SB7038 Snowblower when installed and used on a Honda mid-sized commercial mower power head. Before installing or operating this equipment, read this operator’s manual and the owner’s manual supplied with the power head. All information in this p[...]

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    SB7038 Snowblower Table Of Contents THE IMPORTANCE OF INSTALLATION ....................................................................................... 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS.. ......................................................................................................... .3 Safety Labels .......................................[...]

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    8 0 8 8 THE IMPORTANCE OF INSTALLATION Proper installation is essential to operator safety and the reliability of the machine. Any error or oversight made by the technician assembling and servicing a unit can easily result in faulty operation, damage to the machine, or injury to the operator. Improper service can cause an unsafe condition that can [...]

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    SB7038 Snowblower Safety Labels Immediately replace any label that becomes damaged or unreadable. Contact a servicing Honda commercial mower dealer for replacement label. FAILURE TO FOLLOW SAFE OPERATING PROCEOU RES MAY RESULT IN INJURY. l FOR SAFE OPERATION FOLLOW ALL OPERATlNG INSTRUCTIONS AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS IN OPFRATcX?S MANUAL. •T~~E~ROTE[...]

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    - SB7038 Snowblower Assembly and Installation Assembly and Installation 1. 2. 3. Remove the lag bolts holding the blower head and the pulley assembly to the shipping pallet. Remove the blower head and pulley assembly from the pallet. Remove the loose parts box, then inventory the contents. Inventory Loose Parts SKID SHOES (2) CABLE BRACKET CABLE BR[...]

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    Assembly and Installation SB7038 Snowblower Inventory Large Hardware Bag There is a large and small hardware bag. The hardware in the large bag are used for the initial assembly and installation, while the hardware in the small, resealable bag consists of spare shear bolts. Be sure to inventory all hardware in the large bag before assembling the sn[...]

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    SB7038 Snowblower Assembly and Installation a Hardware Measuring Chart How to measure hardware and components: INCHES 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 IIIl,lllI IIll,IIII llll,IIII I I I I,,,,,,,, I IllIll ,,,,,,,,, I 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 130 140 150 MILLIMETERS 518 in 00 5mm 6mm 9/l 6 In II2 In 7/l 6 In 318 In 5/i 6 In l/4 In amm 10mm 12mm 14 mm [...]

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    Assembly and Installation SB7038 Snowblower Remove the Mower Deck 1. Follow the procedure in the HRC 7000~series Owner’s Manual or Shop Manual and remove the mower deck from the power head. 2. Save the bolts and flange nuts to use with the mower deck when it is reinstalled. Install the Tension Release Control (hydrostatic drive models) 1. Assembl[...]

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    SB7038 Snowblower Assembly and Installation 6. 7. a. 9. Hold one of the face plates behind the opening in the engine bed. Slide the threaded end of the release rod through the opening and the slot in the face plate. Thread the release rod into the pivot pin until the edge of the welded plate on the rod is 3 mm (l/W) from the engine bed. Position th[...]

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    3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Assembly and Installation SB7038 Snowblower Lightly coat the top side of the anti-friction 114 x 314” HEX BOLT (2) l/4 x 112” HEX BOLT (6) ring with general purpose grease, and place it over the chute base. The ring is WORM GEAR keyed and will only fit on the chute base l-511 6” one way. Insert the shorter plastic (l-5/1 6”) [...]

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    SB7038 Snowblower Assembly and Installation Install the Snowblower 1. 2. 3. 4. Check that the power unit is in “Low Range” at the 2-l/2” cutting-height position. Refer to the mid-sized commercial mower owner’s manual or shop manual as needed. Loosen the two belt guards around the crankshaft pulley. Refer to the mid-size commercial mower own[...]

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    Assembly and Installation SB7038 Snowblower Chute Rotator Assembly 1. Install the crank support on the power head with two 3/8 x 1” bolts and flange nuts. 2. Install the grommet through the hole in the support. PLASTIC HANDLE UPPER CRANK ROD 3. Attach the lower crank rod to the worm gear by placing the hook on the lower crank rod through the hole[...]

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    SB7038 Snowblower Assembly and Installation Deflector Cable Assembly 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Remove the forward throttle mounting screw, and use it to temporarily hold the cable bracket in position. The cable bracket will be used as a guide to mark, and drill the two mounting bolt holes in the handle tube. Position the cable bracket so it is parallel to the[...]

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    Assembly and Installation SB7038 Snowblower 6. 7. 8. Route the cable behind the fuel tank and above the the speed control arms. On 7018/20 models, thread the cable through the same slot on the fuel support bracket used by the choke and throttle cables. On 7013 models, use the 7” cable tie to secure the cable to the left-side tank support. On 7018[...]

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    SB7038 Snowblower Safety Recommendations Safety Recommendations Introduction 1. 2. The snowblower is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. Serious accidents which may cause injury or property damage can occur if the following safety gu[...]

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    Safety Recommendations SB7038 Snowblower 1. Before each use, clear work area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, sleds, etc., which could be picked up and thrown. 2. Keep the snowblower in safe operating condition. Check the following each time before use: a) b) c) 4 All hardware for tightness (refer to the torque table for details). Inspect auge[...]

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    SB7038 Snowblower Safety Recommendations - lO.As a general rule, do not operate the snowblower in reverse. If it is absolutely necessary to back up: a) Disengage the blade control. b) Check the area on the ground directly behind the machine. c) Continue to observe area down and to rear while backing up. 11 .Approach blind corners cautiously. 12.Alw[...]

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    Safety Recommendations SB7038 Snowblower Stopping 1. Before leaving operator’s position or leaving the machine unattended: a) Bring the snowblower to a complete stop. b) Move the blade control lever to OFF. c) Move the speed control levers to NEUTRAL. d) Shut off the engine and remove the ignition key. e) Wait for all moving parts to come to a co[...]

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    SB7038 Snowblower Safety Recommendations a a a a a a a Controls Use this section to familiarize yourself with the various controls and operation of the snowblower. This section covers only items relating to the snowblower itself. Refer to the owners manual for the Honda mid-size commercial mower for instructions in operating the power unit. Descrip[...]

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    Safety Recommendations SB7038 Snowblower 6. 7. 8. 9. Inspect the position of the two skid shoes and make sure they are properly positioned for conditions. Allow l/8” to 3/l 6” clearance between cutting edge and a level paved surface, or l/4” to l/2” for an uneven or gravel surface. Verify the tension on the drive belt is correct. See the mi[...]

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    SB7038 Snowblower Safety Recommendations OKAY TO DISCHARGE SNOW TO THIS SIDE Snow Removal Methods 3 Use the following patterns to avoid discharging snow in unwanted locations and to also prevent a second pass. For clarity, assume both methods are used on a rectangular area. If you can discharge snow to both sides, it is best to start in the middle [...]

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    Removing and Storing the Snowblower SB7038 Snowblower Removing and Storing the Snowblower Refer to the illustrations in the installation section as needed. Deflector Cable Removal 1. Loosen the deflector cable nut at the operator’s end, and remove the cable from the chute control cable bracket. 2. Remove the cotter pin and clevis pin from the cle[...]

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    SB7038 Snowblower Maintenance & Adjustments Maintenance & Adjustments Maintenance Schedule What When Notes Lubricate chains Every 2 hours use chainsaw oil Apply grease to antifriction ring Every 25 hours use general purpose grease Apply grease to bushings Every 25 hours use general purpose grease Apply grease to worm gear Every 25 hours use[...]

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    Maintenance & Adjustments SB7038 Snowblower Gearbox Oil The oil level in both the front and rear gearbox must be checked every 25 hours. Park the snowblower on a flat, level surface. Remove the belt cover. Locate the oval cutout in either side of the the rear gearbox mounting bracket. Remove the oval plug; the oil level should reach the plug ho[...]

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    SB7038 Snowblower Parts Listing Parts Listing a BUSHING, SPLITTAPER (1.0’ BORE) 1 6 CABLE ASSY, CHUTE CONTROL ( 1 7 CV MP ASSEMBLY (1 6 CO’. -. ., WC.. 9 ,,cn REIT I1 9 KNOB, BELT COVER 2 10 SNOW THROWER ASSY, 36 1 11 GEARBOX 1 12 SPROCKET, 11 TOOTH 1 13 SPROCKET, 32 TOOTH 1 14 CHAIN, l/Z’PlTCH 1 - - - - , -, . -, - -, . . I- 17 1 CHUTE COMP[...]

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    Parts Listing SB7038 Snowblower Auger and Fan I blower head 1 ! auger blade, left 1 3 auger blade, right 1 4 fan, camp. 1 j fan shaft support 1 ; gearbox bracket 1 7 bearing support 2 3 front gearbox 1 3 auger shaft 1 10 fan shaft holder 1 11 fan shaft bearing 1 12 bearing support 1 13 woodruff key, 1 1/4x 718” 14 lbolt.5/16~2-l/4” 12 20 lock w[...]

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    SB7038 Snowblower Parts Listing Discharge Chute - POP 52173 (9511) 27[...]

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    Optional Accessories SB7038 Snowblower Optional Accessories A number of accessories are available for your snowblower to enhance operation and use. Headlight Kit This is a single-lamp light kit that mounts to the crank support rod. The light features an integrated, weather-resistant on/off switch and 50 watt halogen bulb. Engine Cold Weather Kit Th[...]

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    SB7038 Snowblower Warranty Service Information Warranty Service Information Honda Power Equipment dealerships are staffed by trained professionals. They should be able to answer any question you may have. If you encounter a problem that your dealer does not solve to your satisfaction, please discuss it with the dealership’s management. Almost all[...]

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    Current customer service contact information: United States, Puerto Rico, and U.S. Virgin Islands: Honda Power Equipment dealership personnel are trained professionals. They should be able to answer any question you may have. If you encounter a problem that your dealer does not solve to your satisfaction, please discuss it with the dealership'[...]

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