Simplicity SNOWTHROWER ATTACHMENT & HITCH User manual

Brand: Simplicity

Model: SNOWTHROWER ATTACHMENT & HITCH

Category: Snow throwers

Type: User manual

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Attachment

OPERATOR’S

MANUAL

Snowthrower & Hitch

36” Snowthrower

Mfg. No. Description

1691521 36” Snowthrower Attachment

42” Snowthrower

Mfg. No. Description

1691522 42” Snowthrower Attachment

Hitch

Mfg. No. Description

1692040 Hitch, Electric Lift (for Landlord / 1700 / 2700 Series)

1692041 Hitch, Manual Lift (for Broadmoor / 1600 / 2600 Series)

1692622 Hitch, Manual Lift (for Regent / 500 / 2500 Series)

1715020-05

Rev 6/1998

TP 100-2014-05-AT-SMA

Simplicity Mfg. Inc.

500 N Spring Street / PO Box 997

Port Washington, WI 53074-0997 USA

General

Recommended Accessories

Tire chains and a weight box are recommended when installing

this attachment to your unit. These accessories will improve trac-

tion, thereby making the snowthrower more efficient. For addi-

tional traction, one wheel weight per wheel is recommended.

Weight added to the tractor should not exceed 35 lbs. per wheel

and 100 lbs. additional weight with the weight box.

For operation on slopes greater than 15% (8.5°), weight box, tire

chains and wheel weights are recommended. Never operate on

slopes greater than 30% (16.7°). See Operation on Slopes, page 3.

NOTE: Large Lift Lever Kit (part no. 1691832) is required for

Regent/2500/500 Series & Broadmoor/LT/2600/1600 Series trac-

tors, if not already factory installed. The Landlord/GT/2700/1700

Series tractors come factory equipped with either the large lift

lever or an electric lift.

Safety Decals

DANGER

AVOID INJURY

FROM ROTATING

AUGER!

Keep hands, feet,

and clothing away.

1716532

DANGER

AVOID INJURY

FROM ROTATING

BLOWER!

Shut off engine

before unclogging

discharge chute.

1716533

TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH

• Refer to Operator's Manual for Safety and

Operating Instructions.

• Keep all guards and shields in place.

• Stop engine, remove key, and be sure all

moving parts have come to a complete

stop before servicing or unplugging.

• Do not use hands to unplug chute or auger.

• Always direct discharge so as to avoid injury

to persons —or damage to property.

• Never allow anyone in front of the machine

while it is operating.

1716531

WARNING

SPRING IS UNDER TENSION. RAISE

SNOWTHROWER BEFORE PULLING LEVER

BACK TO DISCONNECT SPRING.

1716536

CAUTION

Part No. 1716532

Auger Danger Decal

Part No. 1716533

Discharge Chute Danger Decal

Part No. 1716531

Main Operation Warning Decal

Part No. 1716536

Spring Tension Caution Decal

OPERATION AND USE

Recommended Accessories .......................1

Safety Decals ................................................1

Safety Rules..................................................2

Operation ......................................................3

Maintenance..................................................5

Belt Replacement .........................................7

Adjustments..................................................7

Belt Tension Adjustment............................7

Skid Shoe Adjustment ...............................7

Lift Rod Adjustment ...................................8

Troubleshooting ...........................................9

ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION

Regent / 500 / 2500 Series See Page 10-15

Snowthrower Assembly ...........................10

Hitch Installation ......................................12

Snowthrower Installation .........................14

Broadmoor / 1600 / 2600 Series See Pages 16-20

Snowthrower Assembly ...........................16

Hitch Installation ......................................18

Snowthrower Installation .........................20

Landlord / 1700 / 2700 Series See Pages 22-26

Snowthrower Assembly ...........................22

Hitch Installation ......................................25

Snowthrower Installation .........................26

Standard Torque Specifications ...............29

Standard Fastener Identification ..............30

Lift Lever Kit Installation Instructions......31

NOTE: In these instructions, “left” and “right”

are referred to as seen from the operating

position.

WHEN OPERATING TRACTOR

WITHOUT SNOWTHROWER ATTACHED,

FLUID IN FRONT TIRES IS REQUIRED.

CAUTION

1716887

Part No. 1716887

Tire Fluid Caution Decal (Regent Series Only)

TP 100-2014-05-AT-SMA

General

• Read this manual and the tractor Operator’s Manual

carefully. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and

the proper use of the equipment.

• Never pull the spring-assist tension lever back unless

snowthrower is in fully raised position. The spring is

under tension when snowthrower is in lowered posi-

tion.

• Never allow children to operate the machine. Do not

allow adults to operate it without proper instruction.

• Do not carry passengers.

• Use only attachments or accessories designed for

your machine. See your dealer for a complete list of

recommended attachments or accessories.

• Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, par-

ticularly small children, and pets.

• Never direct discharge chute towards bystanders.

• Make sure all hardware is secure and that

snowthrower is in good operating condition.

• Check to be sure all safety devices and shields are in

place.

• Check that all adjustments are correct before using

this unit.

Safety Rules

Read these safety rules, and the safety rules in your tractor Operator’s Manual, and follow them

closely. Failure to obey these rules could result in loss of control of vehicle, severe personal injury

to yourself, or damage to property or equipment. The triangle in the text signifies important cau-

tions or warnings which must be followed.

WARNING

If the auger stalls or the chute plugs, disengage the

electric clutch (PTO), stop the engine and remove the

key. set the parking brake. wait for moving parts to

stop. Remove the foreign object or clear the chute with

a piece of wood before restarting the engine. Never

place hands into blower housing to clear jammed

object. Auger may rotate when object is removed.

WARNING

For operation on slopes greater than 15% (8.5

weight box, tire chains and wheel weights are recom-

mended. Never operate on slopes greater than 30%

(16.7

Preparation

• Never attempt to make any adjustments while engine

is running.

• Thoroughly inspect the area where the snowthrower

is to be operated and remove all foreign objects.

• Adjust the skid shoe height to clear gravel or crushed

stone surface. See the Maintenance and Adjustments

section for procedure.

Operation

• Always clear snow up and down the face of slopes,

never across the face. Exercise extreme caution

when changing direction on slopes. Do not attempt to

clear steep slopes.

• Exercise extreme caution when operating on, or

crossing, gravel drives, walks or roads. Stay alert for

hidden hazards or traffic.

• After striking an object or if unit starts to vibrate

abnormally, stop the engine, disengage the PTO, and

remove the key. Check for the cause and any dam-

age before restarting. Before any inspection, make

sure all moving parts have stopped.

• Take all possible precautions before leaving opera-

tor’s position. Disengage the PTO, lower the attach-

ment, set the parking brake, stop the engine and

remove the key.

• Never operate the snowthrower near glass enclo-

sures, automobiles, window wells, dropoffs, etc.,

without proper adjustment of discharge angle.

• Do not overload machine capacity by attempting to

clear snow at too fast a rate.

• Never operate unit at high transport speeds on slip-

pery surfaces. Use care when travelling in reverse.

• Disengage power to snowthrower when transporting

or not in use.

• Never operate the snowthrower without good visibility

or light. Always be sure your feet are properly placed

on the footrests and keep a firm hold on the steering

wheel.

Controls

Read and understand the instructions in your tractor

Operator’s Manual.

See Figure 1 for location, name, and description of the

snowthrower controls.

Checks Before Starting

1. Refer to the Maintenance & Adjustments section of

this manual and perform any needed service. Also,

refer to the tractor Operator’s Manual and perform

any required service.

2. Remove any objects from the work area which might

be caught in, or thrown by, the auger.

3. Before starting the engine, clear the auger of any ice

particles which may cause damage to auger.

4. Adjust the deflector and skid shoes to desired height.

See Skid Shoe Adjustment and Deflector Adjustment.

5. Make sure all hardware is present and secure.

Figure 1. Snowthrower Controls

WARNING

• Never operate on slopes greater than 30%

(16.7o), which is a rise of three feet (.9m) vertical-

ly in 10 feet (3.1m) horizontally.

• When operating on slopes greater than 15%

(8.5o), one wheel weight on each rear wheel and

tire chains are recommended.

• Select slow ground speed before driving onto a

slope. Avoid using brakes to control speed.

• Drive up and down the face of the slopes, never

across the slope face.

• Use caution when changing directions and DO

NOT START OR STOP ON A SLOPE.

WARNING

Perform the Safety System Interlock test found in

your tractor Operator’s Manual. If tractor does not

pass the test, do not operate the tractor. See your

authorized dealer. Under no circumstances should

you attempt to defeat the safety system.

Operating On Slopes Transporting

1. Disengage the electric clutch and then raise the

snowthrower.

2. Adjust ground speed according to surface conditions.

3. Select a low ground speed when transporting on a

slippery surface.

Engine & Ground Speed Selection

Always run the engine at full throttle.

Normally, a low ground speed is best for throwing snow.

The deeper or heavier the snow, the slower the recom-

mended ground speed.

Operation

Starting & Stopping

1. Start the tractor engine. Set engine throttle at 1/2

speed.

2. Lower the snowthrower.

3. Engage the electric clutch switch. Snowthrower auger

should rotate. Disengage the electric clutch switch.

snowthrower auger should stop.

4. Adjust the engine speed to full speed. Select the

proper ground speed.

5. To stop the tractor, depress the clutch/brake pedal.

To stop the snowthrower, disengage the electric

clutch. Before leaving the seat, stop the engine, dis-

engage the electric clutch, set the parking brake,

remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop.

Snow Removal 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 your are operating.

• When land contour permits, it is best to travel in the

longest direction to minimize turning.

• In very deep or heavy snow, it may be necessary to

make the first pass with snowthrower partially raised,

backing up every few feet to clear the snow left on

the surface. Also, it may be necessary to slice off less

than the full width of the auger or reduce ground

speed.

• If snow stops flowing freely from the spout, back

away until the snowthrower clears itself.

CAUTION

Always raise the snowthrower before turning or

backing up, to prevent damage to the unit.

WARNING

If auger does not start and stop when

engaging/disengaging electric clutch, see your

authorized dealer. Under no circumstances should

you attempt to defeat the safety system.

WARNING

If the auger stalls or the chute plugs, DISENGAGE

THE ELECTRIC CLUTCH, STOP THE ENGINE AND

REMOVE THE KEY. SET THE PARKING BRAKE.

WAIT FOR MOVING PARTS TO STOP. Remove the

foreign object or clear the spout with a piece of

wood before restarting the engine. Never place

hands into auger housing or spout to clear

jammed object. Auger may rotate when object is

removed.

Snowthrower & Hitch Removal

Remove the snowthrower and hitch in the reverse order

of installation. Note the following:

• Always remove the 4-link chain from the spring assist

bracket to prevent interference with front steering

components.

• Use caution when removing the spring from the

spring-assist lever and chain. Snowthrower must be

in fully raised position to relieve spring tension.

• Whenever removed, install clevis pins, hitch pins,

clips and hardware onto snowthrower and hitch for

storage.

Daily Storage

1. Run the snowthrower a few minutes after blowing

snow to prevent freeze-up of auger and impeller.

2. Allow tractor engine to cool before storing in any

enclosure.

Off-Season Storage

1. Remove snowthrower from the tractor. Hitch can

remain installed if other attachments are to be used.

2. Use water pressure or a brush to thoroughly clean

the housing.

3. Paint, or lightly coat with oil, any area where paint

has been worn or chipped away.

4. Lubricate the snowthrower.

5. Store the snowthrower and hitch in a dry place.

WARNING

To prevent an explosion or fire, never store the

tractor with fuel in the tank inside a building where

an ignition source is present.

Maintenance

Figure 2. Drive Chain

A. Screws D. Screw G. Drive Shaft Sprocket J. Chain

B. Flange Nut E. Chain Guard H. Spacers K. Auger Sprocket

C. Clamps F. Nuts I. Nuts L. Drive Shaft Housing

Schedule For Normal Care

Care Required Schedule

Clean snow and ice from After each use.

snowthrower.

Lubricate snowthrower. Every 10 hours or at

least once a year.

Adjust belt tension. Every 25 hours or at

least once a year.

Inspect, adjust and Once a year or more

lubricate drive chain. often under frequent

use.

Inspect, Adjust & Lubricate Drive Chain

See Figure 2.

1. Remove the two nuts (F) and chain guard (E).

2. Check the chain for wear or damage. Replace chain

if worn or damaged.

3. There should be no slack in the chain, and the

sprockets (G and K) should be aligned. The drive

shaft housing (L) should be parallel with the auger

housing. If adjustment is required proceed with steps

4 - 7.

4. Loosen the four screws (A).

5. Pull rearward on the drive shaft housing (L) until all

slack is removed from chain. With drive shaft housing

parallel with auger housing, and sprockets aligned,

retighten the four screws (A). Torque to 40-50 ft. lbs.

6. Spread a coat of grease on the chain, working the

grease into the links.

7. Reinstall the chain guard (E) and two nuts (F).

WARNING

To avoid serious injury, perform maintenance on

the tractor or snowthrower only when the engine is

stopped, parking brake is set and all moving parts

have stopped. Always remove the ignition key

before beginning maintenance or adjustments to

prevent accidental starting of the engine.

Maintenance

Figure 3. Lubricate Drive Shaft & Auger Shaft

Lubricate Snowthrower

Belt Replacement / Adjustment

Figure 6. Adjusting Skid Shoes

Figure 4. Belt Routing

A. V-Pulley

B. Idler Pulley

C. Electric Clutch Pulley (V-pulley)

D. Snowthrower Pulley (V-pulley)

E. Idler Pulley

Figure 5. Adjusting Belt Tension

A. Trunion D. Capscrew

B. Spring Tension Bracket E. Idler Pulley

C. Handle F. Pivot Bracket

BELT REPLACEMENT

1. Loosen the drive belt by turning the handle (C, Figure

5).

2. Remove the belt from the pulley (D, Figure 4) 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. Install new belt as shown.

5. Retighten belt stops and adjust the belt tension.

ADJUSTMENTS

Belt Tension Adjustment

See Figure 5.

1. With the snowthrower drive belt installed, trunion (A)

should be between marks on spring tension bracket

(B) for correct belt tension.

2. Turn belt tension handle (C) to move trunion forward

or rearward until within between marks.

3. If trunion cannot be placed between marks, loosen

capscrew (D) and reposition idler pulley (E) as neces-

sary. The pivot bracket (F) should be perpendicular to

snowthrower hitch. Retighten capscrew (D) and

repeat step 2.

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 high

enough so that it will not pick up debris.

1. Loosen the nuts securing the skid shoes (see Figure

6).

2. Raise or lower the scraper bar to the desired height.

Use wood blocks to hold the snowthrower in position.

3. Set the skid shoes so that they are in contact with the

ground and tighten the skid shoe nuts.

Adjustment

Lift Rod Adjustment

MANUAL LIFT MODELS

The lift lever can be placed in one of three notches and

is held in position by the lever latch. (see Figure 8).

When the lever latch is placed in notch 1 the lift lever

should be applying downward pressure on the

snowthrower. In position 2, the “float” position, the

snowthrower/plow should experience negligible upward

or downward pressure. Position 3 should raise the

snowthrower approximately 3 to 3-1/2 “ above the

ground.

ELECTRIC LIFT MODELS:

In the fully raised position the snowthrower should be 3

to 3-1/2” off the ground. In the fully lowered position, the

lift rod should slightly compress the spring (C, Figure 7)

creating downward pressure on the snowthrower. If the

snowthrower tilts excessively to one side you may want

to install the spring assist (see installation instructions).

The spring assist is not required on electric lift models.

NOTE: Always adjust the lift height before and after

adjusting the downward pressure.

Lift Height Adjustment

1. Place the lever latch in notch 3 or fully raise the elec-

tric lift (see Figure 8). The snowthrower should be

approximately 3 to 3-1/2” off the ground. If not, go to

step 2.

2. Lower the snowthrower and adjust the front set collar

(A, Figure 7) to achieve the correct lift height.

Downward Pressure Adjustment

1. Move the lever latch from notch 2 to notch 1 (See

Figure 8) or fully lower the electric lift.

2. The spring (C, Figure 7) should be slightly com-

pressed applying downward pressure to the

snowthrower. If not, adjust the rear set collar (D,

Figure 7) to achieve the desired amount of downward

force. Do not over-compress the lift rod spring.

Figure 7. Adjusting Lift Rod

A. Front Set Collar

B. Rod Guide

C. Spring

D. Rear Set Collar

E. Spring Clip

Figure 8. Lift Lever Quadrant - Side View

Notch 1

Notch 2

Notch 3

CAUTION

Do not over-compress the lift rod spring. In addition

to providing downward pressure, the spring is an

elastic medium that absorbs shocks caused by

bumps and cracks in ground surfaces. Over-com-

pressing the spring defeats this and could cause

damage to the unit.

Troubleshooting

PROBLEM

1. Snowthrower auger does not rotate.

2. Auger does not stop when electric clutch is

disengaged.

3. Auger rotates, but snow is not thrown far

enough.

4. Scraper bar does not clean down to hard

surface.

5. Snowthrower picks up and throws stones on

gravel drive.

6. Tractor does not have sufficient traction.

7. Tractor not stable on sloping surfaces.

Locate the problem you’ve encountered in the chart below. Check the possible causes one at a time in the order list-

ed. Correct any problems that are found and operate the snowthrower to see if you have eliminated the problem.

WARNING

To avoid serious injury, perform maintenance on the tractor or snowthrower only when the engine is

stopped, parking brake is set, and all moving parts have stopped. Always remove the ignition key before

beginning maintenance or adjustments to prevent accidental starting of the engine.

CAUSE/SOLUTION

A. Electric clutch not engaged. Engage electric clutch.

B. Foreign material is blocking auger. STOP engine. Remove key.

Unplug auger with piece of wood. Read WARNING on page 4.

C. Snowthrower drive belt slipping. Adjust drive belt tension.

D. Drive chain broken. Replace parts as required.

A. Electric clutch brake not operating properly. See your local

dealer. See WARNING under Stopping & Starting, page 4.

A. Engine RPM too slow. Operate engine at full speed.

B. Ground speed too fast. Use slow ground speed.

C. Snowthrower discharge spout clogged. STOP engine. Remove

key. Unplug discharge spout. Read WARNING on page 4.

A. Skid shoes not properly adjusted. Adjust skid shoes.

B. Lift rod out of adjustment. Adjust lift rod.

A. Skid shoes not properly adjusted for ground surface. Adjust

skid shoes.

B. Too much downward pressure on snowthrower. Raise

snowthrower slightly.

C. Lift rod out of adjustment. Adjust lift rod.

A. Tractor too light at rear wheels. Use wheel weights and chains.

A. Ground speed too fast. Reduce speed.

B. Tractor not properly weighted. See Recommended

Accessories, page 1.

C. Tire pressure incorrect. Front tires should be inflated to 20 psi

(138 kPa) for snowthrower use.

D. Slope grade too steep. See Operation On Slopes, page 3.

Figure 9. Discharge Chute & Controls

A. Discharge Chute F. 1" Capscrew & Locknut

B. Rod Guide Liner G. Clip

C. Rod Guide H. Dis. Chute Control Rod

D. Pivot Bearing I. Notch

E. Support Arm J. 3-1/2" Capscrew & Locknut

K. Spacer

CAUTION

Do not let the pivot bearing (D, Figure 9) support

the weight of the control rod or the bearing could

be damaged.

SNOWTHROWER ASSEMBLY

Assemble Support Arm and Control Rod

1. See Figure 9. Attach the support arm (E) to the

frame with the 1" capscrews and locknuts (F) sup-

plied.

2. See Figure 9. Place the the thin, plastic liner (B)

inside the rod guide (C). Place the rod guide (C) over

the discharge chute control rod (H) and loosely

attach the guide to the support arm (E) in either of

the top two mounting holes. Use the capscrew and

locknut (J) and spacer (K) provided.

3. See Figure 9. Install the discharge chute control rod

(H) through the plastic pivot bearing (D) on the auger

housing. Place a cotter pin into the lowest rod hole

on the inside of the housing, and spread the cotter

pin fully around the rod.

4. Pull the rod back so the cotter pin is resting against

the bearing (D), then insert a second cotter pin

through the rod, just above the bearing. Spread the

cotter pin fully around the rod.

5. Tighten the locknut and capscrew (J) securing the

control rod guide. Do not overtighten. This nut and

capscrew are used to set the control rod rotation

resistance.

Assemble Discharge Chute & Control Cable

1. See Figure 9. Install the discharge chute (A) so the

clip (G) on the housing is positioned in the notch (I).

Lubricate the discharge chute so it turns freely.

2. See Figure 10. With the discharge chute facing

slightly left, wind the cable around the control rod

spool. Wind it three turns on the rear part of the

spool so that the cable leaves the spool on the lower

edge as shown. Wind two turns on the front part of

the spool so the cable leaves the spool on the upper

edge as shown.

3. See Figure 10. Place the looped end of the cable

over the stud on the discharge chute. Place the small

flat washer (E) provided on the stud. Pull the other

end of the cable around the stud using locking pliers.

While holding the cable tight, install the cup washer

(B) (cup facing inward), lockwasher (C) and nut (D).

Tighten the nut and tape the cable end to the taut

section of the cable.

Figure 10. Control Cable

A. Cotter Pin C. Lockwasher

B. Cup Washer` D. Nut

E. Flat Washer

Regent Snowthrower Assembly

Assemble Hitch Brackets and Up-Stops

Refer to Figure 11 for up-stop orientation.

1. Mount the hitch bracket to the inside of the

snowthrower and the up-stop bracket to the outside

of the snowthrower using capscrews and flange lock-

nuts as shown in Figures 11 - 14.

Be sure the up-stop bracket is oriented correctly (see

Figure 11).

Figure 12. Hole Pattern - Left Side

Figure 13. Hole Pattern - Right Side.

NOTE: Support Arm Removed For Clarity

Figure 14. Install the Hitch Brackets and Stop

Brackets

A. Hitch Brackets C. Flange Locknut

B. Capscrew, 1" D. Up-Stop Bracket

Figure 11. Up-stop Bracket Orientation

Hitch Bracket

(Mounted On

Inside)

Hitch Bracket

(Mounted On

Inside)

Up-stop

Figure 15. Spout Deflector

A. Washer, 5/16 F. Spacer

B. Knob G. Washer, 5/16

C. Deflector H. Screw, 5/16

D. Nut, 5/16 I. Carriage Bolt, 5/16

E. Lockwasher, 5/16

Assemble the Deflector

Refer to Figure 15.

1. Attach the deflector (C) to the discharge chute with

two screws (H), washers (G), spacers (F), washers

(A), lockwashers (E) and nuts (D).

2. Position the bolt (I) and washer (A), then thread the

knob (B) onto the bolt (I).

Figure 16. Installing Hitch to Front of Tractor

A. Hitch Bar D. Tractor Brackets

B. Hitch Pin E. Up-Stop Brackets

C. Safety Clip

HITCH INSTALLATION

NOTE: If your tractor is not equipped with the Large Lift

Lever, part no.1692623, install it at this time. Follow the

instructions supplied with the kit (a copy of the instruc-

tion sheet can be found in the back of this manual). The

rear hitch bracket, washers, and hairpin clips (B, C, D,

Figure 17) need to be installed with the left lever kit. The

pivot bar of the lift lever kit goes through the rear hitch

bracket and washers.

1. Increase front tire pressure to 20 psi (138 kPa) to

compensate for added weight. Be sure both tires

have equal pressure.

2. From the front of tractor, slide the hitch under the

tractor.

3. See Figure 16. Turn the wheels fully left and lift the

front hitch bar (A) up onto the tractor bracket (D).

Make sure it is seated fully into the tractor bracket.

Install the long hitch pin (B) through the up-stop

brackets (E, one on each side) and hitch. Secure the

pin with a safety clip (C).

Regent Hitch Installation

Figure 17. Hitch Assembly

A. Hitch Assembly

B. Rear Hitch Bracket

C. Washers (Qty. 2)

D. Hairpin Clip (Qty. 2)

E. Pin

F. Spring Clip (Qty. 4)

G. Clevis Pin, 3/8 (Qty. 2)

H. Rod

I. Reflectors (Qty. 2)

J. Capscrew, 3/8-16 x 2

K. Spacer, 25/64 x 5/8 x 17/64

L. Spacer, 13/32 x 1 x 13/16

M. Nut, Whizlock, 3/8-16

N. Up-Stop Bracket (Qty. 2)

Attach reflectors (I) to rear lip

of seat deck. If snow cab is

installed, make sure reflectors

are not obstructed.

Figure 18. Installing Hitch to Rear Bracket

A. Rear Hitch Bracket F. Clevis Pin

B. Lift Lever Rod G. Capscrew, 3/8-16 x 2

C. Spring Clip H. Spacer, 25/64 x 5/8 x 17/64

D. Washer I. Spacer, 13/32 x 1 x 13/16

E. Hitch J. Nut, Whizlock, 3/8-16

4. See Figure 17. Install the rear hitch bracket (B), hair-

pin clips (D) and washers (C) onto the lift lever shaft,

if not done already.

5. Attach the hitch assembly to the rear hitch bracket

using the clevis pin (F) as shown in Figure 18.

6. Install the capscrew(G), spacers (I, H), and nut (J) as

shown in the Figure 18 inset.

The hitch assembly is now installed on the tractor and

you may proceed to Snowthrower Installation.

Regent-Hitch Installation

SNOWTHROWER INSTALLATION

1. See Figure 19. Align snowthrower bracket (D) with

front tractor hitch arms (B). Lift snowthrower so that

up-stop brackets (E) rest on hitch arms (B).

2. Before attaching snowthrower bracket to the hitch,

install the belt from the hitch idler pulley (B, Figure

20) to the snowthrower pulley as shown in Figure 20.

Do not attempt to install the belt on electric clutch pul-

ley at this time.

3. See Figure 19. Attach snowthrower bracket (D) to

hitch using clevis pins (B) and safety clips (A).

Figure 19. Snowthrower Installation

A. Safety Clips D.Snowthrower Bracket

B. Hitch Arms E. Up-Stop Brackets

C. Clevis Pin

Figure 20. Belt Routing

A. V-pulley C. Electric Clutch Pulley (V-Pulley)

B. Idler Pulley D. Snowthrower Pulley (V-Pulley)

E. Backside Idler Pulley

PTO Belt Installation and Trunion

Adjustment.

1. See Figure 21. To install the belt on the electric

clutch pulley, the trunion (A) on the tension spring

assembly (B) must be fully forward. Turn the handle

If the belt is still too tight, loosen the capscrew (D)

and slide the pulley (E) forward to further slacken the

belt. Install belt on electric clutch pulley. Refer to

Figure 20 for belt routing.

2. See Figure 21. Re-tighten the pulley (E) and cap-

screw (D) if they were loosened. Turn the handle (C)

so that the trunion (A) is centered between the marks

as shown.

NOTE: If trunion cannot be centered between marks,

loosen the trunion (A), loosen the capscrew (D) and

reposition the pulley (E) further rearward. Re-tighten cap-

screw (D) and center the trunion.

Figure 21. Belt Installation & Adjustment

A. Trunion D. Capscrew

B. Tension Spring Assembly.. E. Pulley

C. Handle

CAUTION

After snowthrower installation if the tractor hood is

opened, it will come into contact with the

snowthrower. To protect the hood finish cover the

discharge chute with a towel or blanket.

Regent-Hitch Installation

Figure 22. Installing Lift Rod to Manual Lift Lever

A. Front Attachment Lift Rod C. Hair Pin Clip

B. Manual Lift Lever

Figure 23. Installing Lift Rod to Snowthrower

A. Rod Guide Assembly

B. Hair Pin Clip

Install lift rod to inside of bracket as shown.

Install the Lift Rod

1. Attach the lift rod assembly to the manual lift lever as

shown in Figure 22 and secure with a hairpin clip.

2. Install the front attachment lift rod to the snowthrower

as shown in Figure 23 and secure with a hair pin clip.

The rod guide assembly (A) may need to be removed

and oriented correctly.

Spring Assist Installation

NOTE: The parts described in the following steps (and

shown in Figures 24 & 25) are packaged with the hitch

assembly.

1. Place the snowthrower in the down position.

2. See Figure 24. Install the spring assist bracket (A)

using the capscrew (D), lockwasher (C), and nut (B)

as shown in Figure 24

3. Place spring assist lever (A Figure 25) in rearward

position. Install spring (B) directly onto spring assist

bracket (A) and on the spring assist lever. No chain

is required.

4. Rotate lever forward so that it travels “over center” to

the fully forward position.

Adjust, Lubricate, and Test Run

1. Adjust the Lift Rod-See Adjustments

2. Adjust the Skids-See Adjustments

3. Lubricate the Snowthrower-See Maintenance.

4. Install the reflectors on the on the rear lip of the seat

deck. If a snowcab is also installed, make sure the

reflectors are not obstructed.

5. Test run and recheck belt tension.

WARNING

Never release the spring assist lever unless the

snowthrower is in the fully raised position. The

spring is under tension when the snowthrower is

in the lowered position.

Figure 25. Spring-Assist Lever

A. Lever B. Spring

Figure 24. Spring Assist Bracket

A. Spring Assist Bracket C. Lockwasher

B. Nut D. Capscrew

Regent-Snowthrower Installation

SNOWTHROWER ASSEMBLY

Assemble Support Arm and Control Rod

1. See Figure 26. Attach the support arm (E) to the

frame with the 1" capscrews and locknuts (F) sup-

plied.

2. See Figure 26. Place the the thin, plastic liner (B)

inside the rod guide (C). Place the rod guide (C) over

the discharge chute control rod (H) and loosely attach

the guide to the support arm (E) in any of the three

mounting holes. Use the 3-1/2" capscrew, locknut

(J), and spacer (K) provided.

3. See Figure 26. Install the discharge chute control rod

(H) through the plastic pivot bearing (D) on the auger

housing. Place a cotter pin into the lowest rod hole on

the inside of the housing, and spread the cotter pin

fully around the rod.

4. Pull the rod back so the cotter pin is resting against

the bearing (D), then insert a second cotter pin

through the rod, just above the bearing. Spread the

cotter pin fully around the rod.

5. Tighten the locknut and capscrew (J) securing the

control rod guide. Do not overtighten. This nut and

capscrew are used to set the control rod rotation

resistance.

Assemble the Discharge Chute and Control

Cable

1. See Figure 26. Install the discharge chute (A) so the

clip (G) on the housing is positioned in the notch (I).

Lubricate the discharge chute so it turns freely.

2. See Figure 27. With the discharge chute facing slight-

ly left, wind the cable around the control rod spool.

Wind it three turns on the rear part of the spool so

that the cable leaves the spool on the lower edge as

shown. Wind two turns on the front part of the spool

so the cable leaves the spool on the upper edge as

shown.

3. See Figure 27. Place the looped end of the cable

over the stud on the discharge chute. Place the small

flat washer (E) provided on the stud. Pull the other

end of the cable around the stud using locking pliers.

While holding the cable tight, install the cup washer

(B) (cup facing inward), lockwasher (C) and nut (D).

Tighten the nut and tape the cable end to the taut

section of the cable.

Figure 26. Discharge Chute& Controls

A. Discharge Chute F. 1" Capscrew & Locknut

B. Rod Guide Liner G. Clip

C. Rod Guide H. Dis. Chute Control Rod

D. Pivot Bearing I. Notch

E. Support Arm J. 3-1/2" Capscrew & Locknut

K. Spacer

Figure 27. Control Cable

A. Cotter Pin C. Lockwasher

B. Cup Washer` D. Nut

NOTICE

Do not let the pivot bearing (D, Figure 26) support

the weight of the control rod or the bearing could

be damaged.

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