LOFTNESS 481TR300, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...ok Originating W Serial Number 38 184 Model Number _________________ Serial Number __________________ Date of Purchase ________________ Specialized Equipment Inc 650 So Main Street PO Box 337 Hector MN 55342 Business Phone 320 848 6266 Fax 320 848 6269 Toll Free 1 800 828 7624 N14838 October 2006 ...

Page 2: ...potential for misuse in many applications exists therefore a limited warranty is provided as follows All Shredders Axes Cutters Mowers Rotor Balance Critical rotor balance can be affected by conditions beyond LOFTNESS control such as the operation of a shredder beyond the Company s rated capacity improper knife replacement missing knives striking foreign objects lack of lubrication etc Any failure...

Page 3: ... 1 Safety Instructions for Operation 1 2 Section 2 Operating Equipment Set up 2 1 Operating Instructions 2 2 Section 3 Maintenance Maintenance 3 1 Lubrication 3 1 Trouble Shooting 3 2 Storage 3 3 Bolt Torque Chart 3 4 Section 4 Service Parts Ordering Service Parts 4 1 Return Policy 4 1 Decal List 4 2 Decal Locations 4 3 Parts Lists and Drawings 4 4 ...

Page 4: ...aws and in compliance with on product labeling and these instructions Make sure that all personnel have read this owner s manual and thoroughly understand safe and correct operating installation and maintenance procedures Provide impact resistant shielding on the power unit to protect the operator from the possible dangers of flying debris Make sure the snowblower is set up correctly before being ...

Page 5: ...Section 1 Safety ...

Page 6: ...YEWEAR IS ABSOLUTELY MANDATORY for operator and others in the work area Due to the possible danger of flying debris it is ABSOLUTELY MANDATORY that IMPACT RESISTANT SHIELDING be provided on the power unit to protect the operator The owner is responsible for providing the operator protection devices on the power unit ...

Page 7: ... hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in severe personal injury or death CAUTION black lettering on yellow back ground Refers to a potential hazard or unsafe practice which may result in minor personal injury The following safety information is a general overview of precautions that should be adhered to 1 Read this manual carefully Become thoroughly familiar with the controls and ...

Page 8: ... inspecting cleaning lubricating adjusting or servicing any part of the snow blower always exercise the Mandatory Shut Down Procedure section 1 page 1 2 After service has been performed be sure to restore all guards shields and covers to their original position Read and observe all warnings decals on the machine before attempting to operate the snowblower Do not attempt to operate this machine unl...

Page 9: ...r always exercise the following Mandatory Shut down Procedure section 1 page 1 2 Operations Safety Because this machine will be operated in a potentially hazardous environment it is absolutely mandatory that you read and follow these safety precautions WARNING Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic Do not carry passengers Never operate the snowblower without good light or visibility Engage the h...

Page 10: ... guards shields plates or other safety precaution devices in place Shields are for your protection please keep all shields in place Do not operate on extremely steep slopes Always remove snow by traveling in an up and down direction on slopes To avoid loss of control and to prevent overturn never drive diagonally across the slope Reduce speed when turning Before servicing or adjusting the snowblow...

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Page 12: ...YEWEAR IS ABSOLUTELY MANDATORY for operator and others in the work area Due to the possible danger of flying debris it is ABSOLUTELY MANDATORY that IMPACT RESISTANT SHIELDING be provided on the power unit to protect the operator The owner is responsible for providing the operator protection devices on the power unit ...

Page 13: ... at the rear wheels The spout deflector controls will be pre assembled onto the spout Unpack all components and assemble the spout and rotator controls onto the snowblower as follows 1 Assemble the 1 2 step washers Figure 1 item 1 1 2 x 3 8 shoulder bolts and lock nuts onto the spout gear on one side only of the spout but do not tighten down Figure 1 2 Apply grease onto the spout base ring Figure ...

Page 14: ...terminals on the switch figure 5 Figure 5 8 Check the sprockets and drive chain for alignment and proper tension on the chain Chain should have approximately one inch 1 of deflection 9 Check all bolts and set screws to insure that they are tight 10 Check to make sure that all shields are in place and secure Operating The Loftness snowblower is an effective reliable machine used for the removal of ...

Page 15: ... hydraulic controls by shutting off the power unit remove ignition key wait for all movement to stop and then clear the snow from the chute using a wooden pole A definite pattern of operation is required to thoroughly clean the snow area The patterns shown below will avoid throwing snow in unwanted places as well as eliminating a second removal of snow Diagram A illustrates the removal of snow whe...

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Page 19: ...ARNING The driveline and components on these snowblowers are set up to run at 540 or 1000 RPM with shear bolts placed at the appropriate connections to protect the equipment if it becomes clogged and can not run Refer to figure 1 items 1 2 for location of shear bolts Figure 1 Lubrication Never attempt to lubricate the snowblower with the engine running Always be sure to exercise the Mandatory Shut...

Page 20: ...omplete unit Internally Hydraulic Hose Check to make sure they are connected into the correct outlet Connection ports on the spool valve Spout Will Frozen Snow Snow or ice has become compacted on spout rotator gear Not Rotate remove as required and clean after each use to avoid freezing Gear Alignment Spout rotator gear and drive sprocket have become misaligned Realign per instructions given secti...

Page 21: ...O disengaged clean the snowblower especially in areas of drive chain fan spout and auger where it could become frozen or rusted together and cause damage when unit is used next time Be sure to exercise the Mandatory Shut down Procedure section 1 page 2 before attempting any type of cleaning or maintenance Repair or replace worn parts Coat moving parts and high wear areas with oil especially the ch...

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Page 27: ...t State whether freight express parcel or other handling is desired Confirm telephone orders in writing 2 Inspection of parts when received is important Damages or shortages should be brought to the attention of the carrier at the time the parts are accepted Shipper s responsibilities cease upon delivery of shipment in good order to the customer Return Policy Return of parts for either warranty or...

Page 28: ...dirt dust grease and other foreign material before applying the new decal Refer to illustration drawing on page 4 3 for placement of below listed decals 4136 Oil 1 required 4256 Caution Do Not Start 1 required 4137 Grease 2 required 4257 Caution Keep Guards 1 required 4138 F E M A 1 required N12684 Small 3D Loftness 1 required 4189 Warning Rotating Parts 1 required N12685 Medium 3D 1 required 4190...

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Page 35: ...s Snowblower N14838 4 January 2004 9 The above picture is shown to assist in the connecting of the snowblower to the Toro mower Refer to the previous pages for the individual parts breakdown or identification and quantity required ...