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through any hardware store
• Safety
Before using this product, read
this manual and follow all Safety
Rules and Operating Instructions.
• Assembly
• Operation
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
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WARRANTY
When operated and maintained according to the instructions supplied with it, if this Snow Blade fails due to a defect in
material or workmanship within one year from the date of purchase, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME® to arrange for free repair (or
replacement if repair proves impossible).
If this product is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., D817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS
These and other accessories are recommended for use with your unit.Call 1-800-4-MY-HOME® to find out if they are available.
If available, they may be purchased at most Craftsman outlets or by calling 1-800-4-MY-HOME®.
WHEEL WEIGHT
TIRE CHAINS
SNOW CAB
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HARDWARE PACKAGE CONTENTS
(SHOWN FULL SIZE)
P
I
N
O
J
C
D
A
B
K
Q
L
M
R
T
E
F
G
H
S
V
U
W
REF. QTY.
DESCRIPTION
REF. QTY.
DESCRIPTION
A
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
1
4
1
2
1
4
18
3
Hex Bolt, 1/4" x 3-1/4" LG.
Hex Bolt, 5/16" x 1"
Hex Bolt, 5/16" x 1-1/2"
Hex Bolt, 3/8" x 1"
Hex Bolt, 1/2" x 1-3/4"
Carriage Bolt 3/8" x 1-1/4"
Carriage Bolt, 3/8" x 1"
Nylock Nut, 1/4"
L
1
4
2
2
3
1
2
1
2
3
4
2
Nylock Nut, 1/2"
Hex Jam Nut, 5/16"
Palnut, 3/8"
Lock Washer, 3/8"
Washer 1/2"
Clevis Pin, 5/8" x 1-3/4"
Clevis Pin, 1/2" x 1"
Spacer, 5/8" LG.
Spacer, 1" LG.
M
N
O
P
Q
R
S
T
J
K
5
22
Nylock Nut, 5/16"
Nylock Nut, 3/8"
U
V
W
Hairpin Cotter, Large
Hairpin Cotter, Small
Cotter Pin 1/8" x 1-1/4"
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II
JJ
HH
AA
BB
EE
KK
GG
LL
CC
DD
FF
MM
REF. QTY. DESCRIPTION
REF. QTY. DESCRIPTION
GG
HH
II
JJ
KK
1
1
1
2
1
1
Blade Adjust Spring
Plastic Grip
Grip Assembly
Angle Lock Bar
Blade Pivot Shaft
Rear Locating Bracket
AA
BB
CC
DD
EE
FF
2
1
1
2
1
1
Cable End Fitting
Cable Mount Bracket
Angle Lock Spring
Nylon Tie
Spring Mount Rod
Channel Pivot Pin
MM
(Loose Parts in Carton)
4
1
7
2
6
3
11
5
9
12
10
REF. QTY. DESCRIPTION
REF. QTY. DESCRIPTION
1
2
3
4
5
6
1
1
1
1
1
1
Long Hanger Bracket
Short Hanger Bracket
Rear Mounting Bracket
Pivot Support Bracket
Thrust Channel
7
9
11
1
1
2
Blade Assembly
Lift Handle Tube
Rear Support Channel
Channel Assembly
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OPERATION
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY
(1) Pliers
(1) Hammer
(1) Adjustable Wrench (or socket set)
(1) 9/16" Open End or Box End Wrench
(2) 7/16" Open End or Box End Wrench
(2) 1/2" Open End or Box End Wrench
INSTRUCTIONS FORTRACTORSWITH SINGLE
STEP 2: (SEE FIGURE 2)
Use figure 2 to help identify the mounting holes for
Sears tractor frames. For other brand tractors, identify
the two mounting holes by placing a frame bracket
against the tractor frame in front of the front axle and
finding two holes in the tractor frame that align with
two of the holes in the frame bracket The bracket can
be flipped over to reverse the hole pattern. Refer also
to the illustrations on page 9
Remove the loose parts and the hardware packages
from the carton. Lay out all parts and hardware and
identify using the illustrations on pages 4 and 5.
•
•
Remove any bolts found in the mounting holes.
On Sears tractors, remove the browning shield from
the front of the tractor as shown.
IMPORTANT: You will not use all of the parts or hardware
supplied with your blade. Dispose of unused parts or
hardware after you have finished assembling the blade.
IMPORTANT: Be sure to reattach the browning shield in
step 3
CAUTION: Do not begin assembling
until the tractor engine, muffler and exhaust
deflector have been allowed to cool off.
Allow engine, muffler and exhaust deflector to cool
before beginning.
Refer to tractor owner's manual to remove mower
deck or any other attachment you may have mounted
to your tractor. Mark and save all removed parts.
STEP 3: (SEE FIGURE 3)
IMPORTANT: Right hand (R.H.) and left hand (L.H.) are
determined from the operators position while seated on
the tractor.
•
Attach a frame bracket to each side of the tractor
frame. On Sears tractors use a 3/8" x 1" hex bolt
(E) and 3/8" lock washer (O) in the lower hole and a
3/8" x 1" carriage bolt (H) and 3/8" nylock nut (K) in
the upper hole of each frame bracket. Leave out the
upper bolt if there is no hole in the tractor frame. Do
not tighten. For other brand tractors use the bolts
and nuts shown in the illustrations on page 9.
On Sears tractors re-attach the browning shield
STEP 1: (SEE FIGURE 1)
•
Look under the front of your tractor. If there is a single
mower deck suspension bracket located underneath
the middle of the front axle, continue on to step 2
If not, skip to step 7 on page 8 for tractors with dual
mower deck suspension brackets.
•
FIGURE 1 - SEARS TRACTOR SHOWN
FIGURE 3 - SEARS TRACTOR SHOWN
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(SEE FIGURE 6 AND THE ILLUSTRATIONS
ON PAGE 9)
This step is for tractor brands other than Sears.
If you have a Sears tractor, skip to step 9 on page 10.
STEP 4: (SEE FIGURE 4)
This step is for Sears tractors only. If you have a
tractor brand other than Sears, skip to step 5.
Stack the short Hanger Bracket on top of the long
Hanger Bracket with the ends of the brackets pointing
up. Align the first and third slots in both brackets with
the middle set of slots in the thrust channel as shown.
Fasten the brackets to the thrust channel using
two 3/8" x 1-1/4" carriage bolts (G) and 3/8" nylock
nuts (K). Spread the brackets so that the ends are
approximately 12-1/4" apart, measured from the
outside. Do not tighten.
•
Refer to the illustrations on page 9 for examples of
how to attach the Hanger Brackets on various tractors.
Select the set of slots in the top of the Thrust Channel
that will postion the channel's front plate slightly out in
front of the tractor frame. The distance from the slots
to the front plate must be slightly greater than the
distance "L" in step 5.
•
•
•
Hold the Hanger Brackets with the ends pointing up.
Stack the short Hanger Bracket on top of the long
Hanger Bracket. If distance "H" measured in step 5
was less than 6", hold the brackets together and flip
them over so that the ends point down.
Slide the Hanger Brackets apart so that the overall
length is slightly less than distance "W" measured
in step 5. Center the Hanger Brackets on top of the
Thrust Channel and attach them to the selected slots
using two 3/8" x 1-1/4" carriage bolts (G) and 3/8"
nylock nuts (K). Do not tighten.
Skip to step 9 on page 10.
Proceed to step 9 on page 10.
FRONT PLATE
3/8" x 1-1/4"
FIGURE 4 - SEARS TRACTOR SHOWN
CARRIAGE BOLT (G)
HANGER BRACKETS
Ends down when "H" is 6" or less
Ends up when "H" is more than 6"
W
(SEE FIGURE 5)
This step is for tractor brands other than Sears.
If you have a Sears tractor, skip to step 9 on page 10.
referred to as distance "L" in step 6.
the bottom of the Frame Bracket is closest to being
6" from the ground. The height of this hole will be
referred to as distance "H" in step 6.
3/8" NYLOCK NUT (K)
L
FIGURE 6
"W" in step 6.
FIGURE 5 - JOHN DEERE TRACTOR LT SHOWN
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(SEE FIGURE 8 AND THE ILLUSTRATIONS
ON PAGE 9)
INSTRUCTIONS FORTRACTORSWITH DUAL
•
Refer to the illustrations on page 9 for examples of
how to attach the Hanger Brackets on various tractors.
Select a set of slots in the top of the Thrust Channel
that will position the front plate slightly out in front of
the tractor frame. The distance from the slots to the
front plate must be slightly greater than the distance
"L" in step 7.
(SEE FIGURE 7)
•
Locate the Mower Deck Suspension Brackets on each
side at the front of the tractor frame. A Sears tractor
is shown below. For examples of brackets on other
tractors see the illustrations on page 9.
Measure the distance from the center of the deck
attachment hole in the Mower Deck Suspension
Brackets to the front of the tractor frame. This will be
referred to as distance "L" in step 8.
Measure the height above the ground of the deck
attachment hole in the Mower Deck Suspension
Brackets. The height of this hole will be referred to as
distance "H" in step 8.
Measure the inside distance between the Mower
Deck Suspension Brackets. This will be referred to as
distance "W" in step 8.
•
•
Hold the Hanger Brackets with the ends pointing up.
Stack the short Hanger Bracket on top of the long
Hanger Bracket. If distance "H" measured in step 7
was less than 6", hold the brackets together and flip
them over so that the ends point down.
Slide the Hanger Brackets apart so that the overall
length is slightly less than distance "W" measured
in step 7. Center the Hanger Brackets on top of the
Thrust Channel and attach them to the selected slots
using two 3/8" x 1-1/4" carriage bolts (G) and 3/8"
nylock nuts (K). Do not tighten.
Proceed to step 9 on page 10.
SEARS (LT) TRACTOR FRAME
FRONT PLATE
3/8" x 1-1/4"
CARRIAGE BOLT (G)
HANGER BRACKETS
L
SUSPENSION
Ends down when "H" is 6" or less
W
BRACKET
Ends up when "H" is more than 6"
W
H
G
R
O
U
N
D
FIGURE 7 - SEARS TRACTOR SHOWN
3/8" NYLOCK NUT (K)
L
FIGURE 8
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SEARS TRACTORS WITH
CENTER SUSPENSION BRACKET
JOHN DEERE LT
3/8" x 1"
CARRIAGE
BOLT
13"
12.75"
5/16" x 1"
HEX BOLT
3/8" x 1"
HEX BOLT
FRAME
BRACKET
FRAME
BRACKET
LOCATE HANGER BRACKETS IN
MIDDLE SET OF SLOTS IN THRUST CHANNEL
LOCATE HANGER BRACKETS IN FRONT
SET OF SLOTS IN THRUST CHANNEL
MURRAY TRACTORS
SEARS LAWN
TRACTORS
8.5"
9.75"
TRACTOR
SUSPENSION
BRACKET
TRACTOR
SUSPENSION
BRACKET
LOCATE HANGER BRACKETS IN REAR
SET OF SLOTS IN THRUST CHANNEL
FORWARD SLOTS MAY BE USED ON
SOME MURRAY TRACTORS
LOCATE HANGER BRACKETS IN
MIDDLE SET OF SLOTS IN THRUST CHANNEL
SEARS GARDEN
TRACTORS
JOHN DEERE SABRE
13"
3/8" x 1"
CARRIAGE
BOLT
12"
TRACTOR
SUSPENSION
BRACKET
FRAME
BRACKET
LOCATE HANGER BRACKETS IN
MIDDLE SET OF SLOTS IN THRUST CHANNEL
LOCATE HANGER BRACKETS IN FRONT
SET OF SLOTS IN THRUST CHANNEL
MTD GARDEN
TRACTORS
MTD - LAWN TRACTORS
WITH FAST ATTACH FEATURE
13"
13"
TRACTOR
SUSPENSION
BRACKET
TRACTOR
SUSPENSION
BRACKET
LOCATE HANGER BRACKETS IN FRONT
SET OF SLOTS IN THRUST CHANNEL
LOCATE HANGER BRACKETS IN FRONT
SET OF SLOTS IN THRUST CHANNEL
MTD LAWN
TRACTORS
MTD - GARDEN TRACTORS
WITH FAST ATTACH FEATURE
13"
13"
5/16" x 1"
HEX BOLT
TRACTOR
SUSPENSION
BRACKET
FRAME
BRACKET
LOCATE HANGER BRACKETS IN FRONT
SET OF SLOTS IN THRUST CHANNEL
LOCATE HANGER BRACKETS IN FRONT
SET OF SLOTS IN THRUST CHANNEL
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(SEE FIGURE 9)
(SEE FIGURE 12)
Install the Rear Locating Bracket to the top of the
Rear Mounting Bracket using two 3/8" x 1" Carriage
bolts (H) and 3/8" nylock nuts (K). Tighten nuts.
Install the Rear Support Channels to the middle set of
holes in the sides of the Rear Mounting Bracket using
four 3/8" x 1" Carriage Bolts (H) and 3/8" nylock nuts
(K). Finger tighten only.
Place the rear of the Thrust Channel between the
two Rear Support Channels. Install four 3/8" x 1"
carriage bolts (H) and 3/8" nylock nuts (K) using the
most widely spaced holes that are aligned with slots.
Finger tighten only.
If the Rear Support Channels bump against bottom
of the tractor, reattach the rear of the channels to a
lower set of holes in the Rear Mounting Bracket. If
there is more clearance than necessary between the
Rear Support Channels and the bottom of the tractor,
reattach the rear of the channels to a higher set of
holes in the Rear Mounting Bracket.
REAR SUPPORT
REAR LOCATING
CHANNELS
BRACKET
•
Spread the Hanger Brackets apart as far as possible
and center the Thrust Channel under the tractor.
Tighten all bolts and nuts installed up to this point.
Measure the height of the front plate on the Thrust
Channel. If it is not 4" to 5" above the ground, reinstall
the clevis pins in the Hanger Brackets to a higher or
lower hole position to attain the correct height.
•
3/8" X 1"
CARRIAGE BOLT (H)
REAR MOUNTING
3/8" NYLOCK NUT (K)
BRACKET
FIGURE 9
(SEE FIGURE 10)
Slide the Rear Support Channels under the rear of
the tractor. Attach the Rear Mounting Bracket to the
Tractor Drawbar using the 5/8" x 1-3/4" Clevis Pin (Q)
and a large Hairpin Cotter (U).
TRACTOR
DRAWBAR
5/8" X 1-3/4"
CLEVIS PIN (Q)
REAR LOCATING
BRACKET
REAR MOUNTING
BRACKET
LARGE
HAIRPIN
COTTER (U)
REAR SUPPORT
CHANNEL
(SEE FIGURE 13)
FIGURE 10
Assemble the pivot support bracket to the front of the
Thrust Channel using four 3/8" x 1" carriage bolts (H)
and four 3/8" nylock nuts (K). Make sure the bracket is
straight and then tighten.
(SEE FIGURE 11)
Slide the Thrust Channel under the front of the tractor.
Attach the Hanger Brackets to the Frame Brackets
using two 1/2" x 1" clevis pins (R), 1/2" washers (P)
and large hairpin cotters (U).
3/8" NYLOCK
NUT (K)
3/8" X 1"
CARRIAGE BOLT (H)
FIGURE 13 - SEARS TRACTOR SHOWN
FIGURE 11 - SEARS TRACTOR SHOWN
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(SEE FIGURE 14)
STEP 16: (SEE FIGURE 16)
Place the two angle lock bars together so that all holes
are aligned. Assemble a 3/8" x 1-1/4" carriage bolt (G)
and a 3/8" nylock nut (K) in the top hole. Be sure to
insert bolt from side indicated. Finger tighten only.
Insert the round hook end of the angle lock spring up
through the hole in bracket (A).
Assemble a 3/8" x 1-1/4" carriage bolt (G) through the
square hole in the cable mount bracket and through
the square hole in the angle lock bars as shown. (The
carriage bolts should face in opposite directions.)
Using pliers hold the cable mount bracket in position,
angling down towards the L.H. hole in the channel as
shown. Secure with a 3/8" nylock nut (K). Tighten.
Refer also to figure 17 for the correct angle for the
cable mount bracket.
Hold the angle lock bars so that the square holes are
at the top. Insert the straight hook end of the angle
lock spring through the middle hole in both angle lock
bars as shown.
Insert the angle lock bars down through the slot in the
channel. Under the channel, place a 1" long spacer (T)
on each side of the angle lock bars and insert a 1/4" x
3-1/4" bolt (A) through the channel, the angle lock bars
and the spacers. Secure the bolt with a 1/4" nylock nut
(I). Tighten so that lock bars can pivot freely.
At this time tighten the 3/8" carriage bolt and nylon
lock nut previously assembled to angle lock bars.
3/8" x 1-1/4"
CARRIAGE BOLT (G)
ALIGN CABLE
MOUNT BRACKET
WITH L.H. HOLE
LOCK
ANGLE
BARS
NOTE: When the angle lock bars are pulled back, the
pivot plate should unlock and be free to pivot.
3/8"x 1-1/4"
CARRIAGE BOLT (G)
(A)
3/8" NYLOCK
NUT (K)
3/8" NYLOCK
NUT (K)
FRONT
ANGLE
LOCK
SPRING
(Right Hand Side View)
1/4" NYLOCK
NUT (I)
FIGURE 16
ANGLE
CHANNEL
LOCK BARS
STEP 17: (SEE FIGURE 17)
1/4" x 3-1/4"
HEX BOLT (A)
Assemble one 5/16" jam nut (M) approximately 3/4"
onto the threaded end of the control cable. Assemble
the threaded cable end through the round hole in
the cable mount bracket as shown and secure with
another 5/16" jam nut (M). Tighten
1" SPACERS (T)
FIGURE 14
(Right Hand Side View)
STEP 15: (SEE FIGURE 15)
Use a hammer to tap a 3/8" palnut (N) onto one
NOTE: Some adjustment of jam nuts may be required
after blade assembly is completed.
end of the spring mount rod. Insert the rod through
the rear set of holes in the pivot plate. Support the
assembled end of the spring mount rod on a block of
wood, and tap the remaining 3/8" palnut (N) onto the
other end of the rod.
3/4"
CABLE MOUNT
BRACKET
5/16" JAM NUT (M)
5/16" JAM NUT (M)
3/8" PALNUT (N)
SPRING
MOUNT
ROD
PIVOT
PLATE
CHANNEL ASSEMBLY
(Left Hand Side View)
REAR
3/8" PALNUT (N)
FIGURE 17
(Top View)
FIGURE 15
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(SEE FIGURE 18)
1/8" x 1-1/4"
COTTER
PIN (W)
PLASTIC
CAP
Assemble ball end of control cable up through hole in
cable end fitting and pull until ball slips inside curled
edge of fitting as shown. If ball won't slip under edge
of curl it will need to be inserted through open end of
curl.
3/8" HEX NUT
(TOP)
BLADE
PIVOT
SHAFT
Assemble 1/4" x 1-1/4" hex bolt (B) down through the
cable end fitting, the 5/8" long spacer (S) and the left
hand hole in the channel assembly. Secure with a 1/4"
nylock nut (I). Tighten.
3/8" HEX NUT
(BOTTOM)
BLADE
NOTE: Make sure the cable mount bracket is aligned
with the cable end fitting as shown to prevent binding of
cable. The other end of the control cable will be attached
in a later step.
BLADE
ADJUST
SPRING
SPRING
MOUNT
ROD
1/8" x 1-1/4"
COTTER PIN (W)
PIVOT PLATE
1/4" x 1-1/4"
HEX BOLT (B)
FIGURE 19
(Right Hand Side View)
CABLE END
FITTING
5/8" SPACER (S)
CHANNEL
ASSEMBLY
STEP 20: (SEE FIGURE 20)
Assemble the 1/2" washer (P) onto the channel pivot
pin.
Attach the channel assembly to the tractor by placing
the end of the channel assembly up inside the pivot
support bracket on the tractor. Align the hole in the
pivot support bracket with the
channel assembly. Insert the channel pivot pin through
the aligned holes from the left side and secure with a
small hairpin cotter (V) pushed all the way through to
the loop end.
HOLE
1/4" NYLON LOCK NUT (I)
REAR
FIGURE 18
(Left Hand Side View)
NOTE: All hairpin cotters on this snow blade should be
pushed through to their loop end.
STEP 19: (SEE FIGURE 19)
To attach the blade to the channel assembly, align the
notched holes in the pivot plate with the notched holes
in the blade. Insert a 1/8" x 1-1/4" cotter pin (W) down
through the hole at the bend in the blade pivot shaft.
Spread the ends of the pin. From the left side insert
the blade pivot shaft, bend facing up, through the
notched holes. Secure the shaft with another 1/8" x
1-1/4" cotter pin (W) through the end hole in the shaft.
Spread the ends of the pin.
1/2" WASHER (P)
PIVOT SUPPORT
BRACKET
CHANNEL
PIVOT PIN
Remove the plastic cap and one 3/8" hex nut from the
bolt in the blade adjust spring. Adjust the remaining
3/8" hex nut down approximately 1" onto the bolt
threads. Hook the spring over the spring mount rod
as shown. Place the bolt up through the hole in the
top edge of the blade and reassemble the other 3/8"
hex nut and tighten down against the top edge of the
blade. Replace the plastic cap over the end of the bolt
threads.
HOLE IN END OF
CHANNEL ASSEMBLY
CHANNEL
ASSEMBLY
SMALL HAIRPIN
COTTER (V)
FIGURE 20
(Right Hand Side View)
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(SEE FIGURE 21)
(SEE FIGURE 23)
From the left side, insert the welded end of the lift
handle rod through the exposed holes in the end of
the channel assembly. Next, insert the lift link pin
through the hole in the bracket that is welded to the lift
handle rod. (The lift link is pre-assembled to the pivot
support bracket). Secure the bracket with a small
hairpin cotter (V) inserted up through the lift link pin all
the way to the loop end of the hair pin cotter.
•
Assemble the plastic grip onto the lock release grip
assembly.
Attach the lock release grip assembly to the lift handle
tube using one 5/16" x 1-1/2" hex bolt (D) and one
5/16" nylock nut (J). Do not overtighten the nylon
lock nut. The grip assembly must pivot freely.
Assemble the ball end of the cable to a cable end
fitting as was done to the other end of the cable.
Secure the cable end fitting to the weld bolt on the
lock release grip with a 1/4" nylock nut (I). Do not
overtighten the nylon lock nut. The cable fitting must
pivot freely.
Using the furnished grease packet, apply a light
coating of grease to the straight upper portion of the
lift handle rod. Slide the lift handle tube onto the rod.
5/16" x 1-1/2"
HEX BOLT (D)
1/4" WELD
BOLT
LIFT HANDLE TUBE
LIFT HANDLE ROD
CABLE END
FITTING
CABLE
PLASTIC
GRIP
1/4 " NYLOCK
NUT (I)
5/16" NYLOCK
NUT (J)
LONG PIN
(LIFT LINK)
LOCK RELEASE
GRIP ASSEMBLY
CABLE END
FITTING
WELDED BRACKET
SMALL HAIRPIN COTTER (V)
(Right Hand Side View)
FIGURE 23
(Left Hand Side View)
FIGURE 21
(SEE FIGURE 24)
Place the long end of the blade pivot rod down
STEP 22: (SEE FIGURE 20)
through the blade pivot shaft. Attach the short end of
the blade pivot rod to the lift handle tube. Secure both
ends with small hairpin cotters (V).
Use the two plastic ties to hold the cable securely
to the outside of the handle tube and away from the
tractor to avoid direct heat from the tractor muffler.
Screw one 5/16" jam nut (M) approximately 3/4" onto
threaded cable end through the cable mount bracket
on the lift handle tube. Secure the cable with another
5/16" jam nut (M). Tighten
NOTE: Some adjustment of jam nuts may be required
after blade assembly is completed.
PLASTIC TIES
SMALL HAIRPIN
COTTER (V)
CABLE MOUNT BRACKET
BLADE
PIVOT
ROD
LIFT HANDLE
TUBE
BALL
5/16" JAM NUTS (M)
END
BLADE PIVOT SHAFT
SMALL HAIRPIN COTTER (V)
HANDLE
GRIP
FIGURE 22
(Right Hand Side View)
(Left Hand Side View)
FIGURE 24
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OPERATION
KNOWYOUR SNOW BLADE
Read this owner's manual and safety rules before operating your snowblade.
Compare the illustration below with your snow blade to familiarize yourself with the various controls and their locations.
LIFT HANDLE TUBE
BLADE PIVOT ROD
LOCK RELEASE GRIP ASSEMBLY
ANGLE
LOCK
BARS
BLADE
ADJUST
SPRING
LIFT HANDLE ROD
CONTROL CABLE
BLADE SHOE
BLADE PIVOT SHAFT
LOCK RELEASE GRIP ASS'Y.
LIFT HANDLE TUBE
BLADE PIVOT ROD
ANGLE LOCK BARS
BLADE ADJUST SPRING
BLADE SHOE
BLADE PIVOT SHAFT
LIFT HANDLE ROD
CONTROL CABLE
Unlocks the blade to swivel to the right and left.
Raises or lowers the blade and pivots blade to the right and left.
Connects blade to handle tube. Pivots blade to the right and left.
Locks the blade in either the right hand, left hand or straight ahead position.
Holds blade in position but permits it to pivot forward to pass over an obstruction.
Ground-contacting part of blade. Adjusts for adequate ground clearance of blade.
Connects blade to channel assembly. Allows blade to pivot forward.
Connects lift handle tube to channel assembly. Raises and lowers the blade.
Connects the lock release lever to the angle lock bars.
Raise the blade to transport position. To unlock
the blade, push the lock release grip down against
the handle tube. To pivot the blade, keep the grip
depressed and push forward or pull back on the
handle tube, sliding it along the lift rod. Release the
grip to lock the blade when it is in either the right
hand, the left hand or the straight ahead position. See
figure 26.
Use the handle grip located on the end of the handle
tube. To raise the blade, pull back while pushing down
on the handle grip. To lower blade, pull back while
lifting up on handle grip. See figure 25.
PULL BACK AND
LIFT UP TO
LOWER BLADE
LOCK RELEASE
GRIP ASSEMBLY
HANDLE TUBE
HANDLE TUBE
HANDLE GRIP
PULL BACK AND
PUSH DOWN TO
RAISE BLADE
LIFT ROD
FIGURE 25
FIGURE 26
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CAUTION: Inspect carefully the area
to be worked before operating the snow
blade. Avoid pipes, roots, curbs or other
heavy obstructions.
Using the Snowblade
Wheel weights and tire chains must be used with your
snow blade for traction. These accessories are available
at your nearest Sears retail store. See page 3.
Prepare the lawn tractor engine for cold weather using
instructions furnished with the lawn tractor.
CAUTION: Know the terrain. Avoid
exceptionally steep slopes or drop offs
which may be hidden by the snow.
Never run the snow blade into heavy
material at high speed.
Always begin with the transmission in first (low) gear
and gradually increase speed as required.
Do not repeatedly push snow in the same direction,
causing excessive build up with each successive pass.
To reduce icing on the blade, allow the lawn tractor
and blade to adjust to outdoor temperature before
operating.
CAUTION: Always lower the blade to
the ground before leaving the tractor.
For improved snow removal performance, coat the blade
with automotive type paste wax.
MAINTENANCE
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
Read and follow the maintenance schedule and the
procedures listed in the maintenance section.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Fill in dates as you
complete regular service.
Service Dates
Check for loose fasteners
Check for worn or damaged parts
Clean Blade
X
X
X
X
Lubricate Blade
X
•
During the operating season, check all bolts, nuts and
hairpin cotters to be sure they are secure.
GREASE
Lubrication Points
Lubricate all pivot points to help maintain proper
operation of blade. Use grease packet furnished with
the snow blade for lubrication of the upper portion of
the lift handle rod. See figure 27.
LUBRICATE
LUBRICATE
FIGURE 27
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
To Adjust the Blade Pivot Lock Mechanism
To Adjust Blade Spring
If the blade will not unlock and pivot, the angle lock
bars are not disengaging from the slots in the pivot
plate. To correct, adjust the 5/16" hex jam nuts to draw
the end of the control cable back towards the cable
mount bracket. The less the threaded end of the cable
extends through the bracket, the more the angle lock
bars can retract to disengage from the slots in the
pivot plate. See figure 29.
The tension of the blade adjust spring may be altered
to permit the blade to tilt forward to bypass solid
obstructions. To change the spring tension, adjust
the nuts at upper end of the spring bolt. Turn the nuts
counterclockwise to relieve tension and clockwise to
increase tension. Refer to figure 19 on page 12.
To Adjust Blade Shoes
The blade shoes at the ends of blade may be raised
for close work on smooth surfaces or lowered to raise
the blade to work on rough or uneven areas. Make
sure both shoes are set evenly and that the nuts are
tightened securely. See figure 28.
CABLE MOUNT BRACKET
CONTROL
CABLE
5/16" HEX
JAM NUT
5/16" HEX
JAM NUT
FIGURE 29
BLADE SHOE
FIGURE 28
STORAGE
Recommendations When Storing
When the snow blade is not being used, remove all
dirt and rust and touch up with paint.
Lower the blade head to the ground with the blade in
the center (straight ahead) position.
Touch up bare metal with paint or apply a light coat of
grease or rust preventive.
Lubricate all pivot points and all points shown in figure
27, page 15 in the maintenance section.
Store in a dry area, protected from weather.
Remove the two clevis pins which fasten the
blade's hanger brackets to the tractor's mower deck
suspension brackets (or frame brackets). See figure
11 on page 10.
Remove the clevis pin that fastens the blade's rear
mounting bracket to the tractor's drawbar and drop the
rear of the blade frame to the ground. See figure 10
on page 10.
Remove the frame brackets (if used). See figure 3 on
page 6.
Back the tractor off of the blade assembly.
TROUBLESHOOTING
CAUSE
CORRECTION
PROBLEM
Lift mechanism is binding
Lubricate pivot points as shown in
figure 27 on page 15.
Lubricate lift handle rod as instructed
in figure 27 on page 15.
Refer to the Service and Adjustments
section on this page.
Blade is difficult to raise.
Blade is difficult to pivot.
Blade will not unlock to pivot.
Handle tube is binding on lift rod.
and is not disengaging.
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