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    A TT A CHMENT OPERA T OR’S MANU AL 42” Snowthrower Attachment Mfg. No. Description 1694144 42” Single-Stage Snowthrower 1694295 42” Single-Stage Snowthrower 46” Snowthrower Attachment Mfg. No. Description 1694150 46” Single-Stage Snowthrower 1694296 46” Single-Stage Snowthrower 42” Single-Stage Sno wthr o wer & 46” Single-Stag[...]

  • Page 2

    1 T able of Contents T roub leshooting, Adjustments & Service T roub leshooting Char t ...................................11 Drive Chain Adjustment .................................12 Skid Shoe Adjustment ...................................12 Electric Chute Rotator Gear ..........................12 Lift Rod Adjustment ..........................[...]

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    2 This machine is capable to amputating hands and feet. Read these safety rules and follow them closely. Failure to obey these rules could result in loss of control of unit, severe personal injury or death to you, or bystanders, or damage to property or equipment. The triangle in text signifies important cautions or warnings which must be followed.[...]

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    3 8. Always follow the engine manual instructions for stor- age preparations before storing the unit for both short and long term periods. 9. Always follow the engine manual instructions for proper start-up procedures when returning the unit to service. 10. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels as necessary. 11. Keep nuts and bolts tigh[...]

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    4 Safety Decals Part No. 1716532 Auger Danger Decal Part No. 1722674 Discharge Chute Danger Decal Part No. 1716531 Main Operation Warning Decal WHEN OPERA TING WITH SNO WTHRO WER, REAR WHEEL WEIGHTS ARE REQUIRED . C A UTION 1716540 Part No. 1716540 Rear Wheel Weights Required Part No. 1716536 Spring Under Tension SAFETY DECALS This unit has been de[...]

  • Page 6

    5 Safety Information Required Accessories It is required that tire chains and two rear wheel weights or Quick Tach Weights are used. Never operate on slopes greater than 17.6% (10°). Recommended Accessories A rear-mounted weight box can also be added for additional traction. The maximum weight added to the tractor should not exceed 35 lbs. per whe[...]

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    Features & Controls 6 A. Electric Spout Rotator Switch Controls the electric spout rotator. B. PT O Switch Engages and disengages the PTO to start and stop the snowthrower. C. Hydraulic Attachment Lift Le ver NOTE: The hydraulic lift will only work with the engine running and the parking brake disengaged. The attachment lift lever raises and lo[...]

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    7 General Operating Instructions Checks Bef ore Star ting IMPORTANT NOTE: Refer to Tractor Operator’s Manual for important information concerning safely storing your tractor. 1. Refer to the Maintenance & Adjustments sections of this manual and perform any needed service. Also, refer to the tractor Operator’s Manual and perform any required[...]

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    8 General Operating Instructions Snow Remo val Suggestions • Determine the best snow removal pattern before beginning. • Wind direction is an important factor to consider. Rotate the spout to discharge snow downwind. • Plan the pattern so that you avoid throwing snow on cleared areas and on yourself as you are operating. • When land contour[...]

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    9 Maintenance Schedule For Normal Care General Lubrication Lubricate the snowthrower as shown in Figure 2. Where an oil can is shown use 30 weight oil. Where a grease gun is shown, use lithium grease. Lubricate Dischar ge Chute Lubricate the ring gear at the base of the discharge chute with lithium grease. Lubricate the deflector hinge, extension l[...]

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    10 Maintenance Inspect, Adjust, & Lubricate Drive Chain See Figure 3. 1. Remove the two flange nuts (A) and chain guard (B). 2. Check the chain. Replace chain if worn or damaged. 3. There should be no slack in the chain, and the sprockets (D and E) should be aligned. The drive shaft (H) should be parallel with the auger housing. If adjustment i[...]

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    11 T roubleshooting, Adjustments, & Service TR OUBLESHOO TING While normal care and regular maintenance will extend the life of your equipment, prolonged or constant use may eventually require that service be performed to allow it to continue operating properly. The troubleshooting guide below lists the most common problems, their causes and re[...]

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    12 T roubleshooting, Adjustments, & Service Figure 5. Adjusting Skid Shoes Drive Chain Adjustment See Inspect, Adjust & Lubricate Drive Chain in the MAIN- TENANCE Section. Skid Shoe Adjustment On smooth surfaces such as concrete or asphalt, the scraper bar should scrape the surface. On surfaces such as gravel, the scraper bar should be set [...]

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    13 T roubleshooting, Adjustments, & Service Figure 7. Adjusting Lift Rod A. Front Set Collar B. Spring C. Rear Set Collar Lift Rod Adjustment In the fully raised position the attachment should be 4”-5” off the ground. In the fully lowered position, the lift rod should compress the spring creating downward pressure on the blade. NOTE: Always[...]

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    14 T roubleshooting, Adjustments, & Service Belt Replacement 1. Loosen the drive belt by turning the handle (C, Figure 8). 2. Remove the belt from the pulley (D, Figure 9) inside the snowthrower and remove the snowthrower from the tractor. 3. Loosen the lockwashers and nuts securing two belt stops on idler pulleys (A and E, Figure 4). 4. Instal[...]

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    6 5 7 8 9 10 11 4 3 2 28 1 15 14 13 12 16 19 20 17 18 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 15 Initial Setup & Assembly Ref Qty Description 1 1 SNOWTHROWER 2 2 GUIDE, Chute, Hold-Down 3 2 SCREW, Plastite 4 1 DISCHARGE CHUTE ASSY. 5 1 MOUNTING BRACKET 6 2 WASHER, Large 7 2 LOCKWASHER, 1/4” 8 2 NUT, 1/4-20 9 1 PIN 10 1 HAIR PIN CLIP 11 2 CAPSCREW, 1/4-20 x 7/8 [...]

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    16 Initial Setup & Assembly Figure 11. Assemble Discharge Chute A. Plastite Screw B. Hold-Down C. Chute Ring D. reinforcement Ring Gear Figure 12. Discharge Chute Motor Adjustment A. Adjustment Screws B. Plastic Cover Figure 13. Skid Shoe Installation A. Carriage Bolt, 3/8-16 x 3/4” B. Snowthrower Housing C. Skid Shoe D. Washer E. Lockwasher [...]

  • Page 18

    17 Initial Setup & Assembly Install Chute Rotator Switch and Harness 1. Remove the plug from the switch mounting hole in the right side of the dashboard. 2. Route the switch harness (C, F, Figure 15) through the frame and dashboard as shown. 3. Install the switch (G) in the dashboard and connect the upper end of the switch harness (F) to it. 4.[...]

  • Page 19

    18 Initial Setup & Assembly Figure 17. Install Remote Deflector Control A. Clevis Pin B. Deflector Control Handle C. Mounting Bracket D. Hair Pin Clip A B C D Mount Remote Deflector Control 1. Using the template included in the back of this manu- al, drill two 9/32” holes in the dashboard to mount the remote chute control. See MOUNTING REMOTE[...]

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    19 Initial Setup & Assembly Figure 18. Install Snowthrower A. Hitch Pin B. Hair Pin Clip Figure 19. Lift Rod - Front A. Lift Rod Assembly B. Hair Pin Clip C. Lift Arm Figure 20. Lift Rod - Front A. Lift Rod Assembly B. Hair Pin Clip C. Lift Arm Install Snowthr ower CONNECT TO HITCH 1. Position the snowthrower in front of the hitch. Insert the h[...]

  • Page 21

    20 Initial Setup & Assembly INSTALL ASSIST SPRING 4. Lift the snowthrower up fully and support with wood blocks. 5. Assemble the lift assist spring (B, Figure 21) and spring bracket (C). Install the spring assist bracket (C) in the front bumper. Be sure the spring notch is in the lower position. 6. Rotate the assist spring lever (A) backwards. [...]

  • Page 22

    21 Initial Setup & Assembly B C B D A Figure 23. Belt Routing A. Snowthrower Pulley (V-pulley) B. Back-side Idler Pulley C. Electric Clutch Pulley (V-pulley) D. Idler Pulley (V-pulley) Figure 24. Adjusting Belt Tension A. Trunnion E. Idler Pulley B. Spring Tension Bracket F. Pivot Bracket C. Handle G. Tension Marks D. Capscrew INSTALL DRIVE BEL[...]

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    22 Removal & Normal Installation Remov al 1. Fully raise and support the snowthrower with wood blocks. 2. Release the lift assist spring. Remove the spring and spring bracket (E, Figure 25) from the tractor. 3. Lower the snowthrower. 4. Remove the clevis pin and clip (F) from the remote deflector control and disconnect the control from the moun[...]

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    23 Removing & Installing the Snowthrower B C B D A Figure 27. Belt Routing A. Snowthrower Pulley (V-pulley) B. Back-side Idler Pulley C. Electric Clutch Pulley (V-pulley) D. Idler Pulley (V-pulley) Figure 26. Adjusting Belt Tension A. Trunnion E. Idler Pulley B. Spring Tension Bracket F. Pivot Bracket C. Handle G. Tension Marks D. Capscrew A C [...]

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    24 T ractor Lift Linkage A F C D G Figure 29. Lift Link - Manual Lift Models A. Pin B. Rear Hole of Lift Bar (Snowthrower Applications) C. Spacer D. Hair Pin Clip E. Upper Hole (Snowthrower Applications) F. Slot of Lift Link (Mower Applications) G. Lower Hole (Mower Applications) A B C D E Snowthrower & Dozer Applications Mower Applications Fig[...]

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    25 T orque Specification Chart FOR ST ANDARD MACHINE HARDWARE (T olerance ± 20%) Hardware Grade SAE Grade 2 SAE Grade 5 SAE Grade 8 Size Of in/lbs in/lbs in/lbs Hardware ft/lbs Nm. ft/lbs Nm. ft/lbs Nm. 8-32 19 2.1 30 3.4 41 4.6 8-36 20 2.3 31 3.5 43 4.9 10-24 27 3.1 43 4.9 60 6.8 10-32 31 3.5 49 5.5 68 7.7 1/4-20 66 7.6 8 10.9 12 16.3 1/4-28 76 8[...]

  • Page 27

    26 Mounting Remote Deflector Control Line Template Up with Edge of Plastic Dashboard Mark and Drill One 9/32” Hole Mount Bracket and align with Line Mark and Drill One 9/32” Hole MOUNTING REMO TE DEFLECT OR CONTR OL NOTE: Read through instructions before beginning. 1. Open the hood. 2. Cut out the template and place it on the lower left cor- ne[...]

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    27 T emplate Line Template Up with Top Crease of Plastic Dashboard Line Template Up with Edge of Plastic Dashboard Mark and Drill One 9/32” Hole[...]

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    28 T emplate[...]

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    MANUFACTURING, INC. 500 N Spring Street / PO Box 997 Port Washington, WI 53074-0997 www.simplicitymfg.com © Copyright 2004 Simplicity Manufacturing, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Printed in USA.[...]