OPERATOR’S AND PARTS MANUAL Model ZTB Zero Turn Snowblower TM QUALITY YOU CAN SEE, PEOPLE YOU CAN TRUST M-B Companies, Inc. 1615 Wisconsin Ave. P. O.
Table of contents introduction...............................................................................................................3 Operator’s Manual..................................................................................................3 Identification Numbers............................................................................................3 safety.............................................................................................................................
Table of contents parts List....................................................................................................................20 Snowblower Ribbon..............................................................................................20 Snowblower Chute................................................................................................21 Snowblower Body.................................................................................................22 Decals...............
INTRODUCTION operator’s manual You must read, understand and comply with all the safety and operating instructions in this manual before attempting to set-up and operate your unit. Failure to comply with the safety and operating instructions can result in loss of machine control, serious personal injury to you and/or bystanders, and risk of equipment and property damage.
SAFETY safety alerts Signal words and alert symbols notify of important safety precautions. DANGER! WARNING! CAUTION! Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in serious injury or death. Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in serious injury or death. Indicates a hazardous situation or unsafe practice which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury or property damage.
SAFETY operation guidelines Read, understand and follow all instructions in the manual and on the unit before starting. • To avoid serious injury or death, do not modify equipment. Any modifications made to equipment can be dangerous and can void equipment warranty. • Never defeat a safety device to make a task easier. • Stop engine before: refueling, cleaning, making adjustments or removing the attachment assembly.
SAFETY slope operation WARNING! Never operate on slopes greater than 17.6 percent (10°), which is a rise of 3-1/2 feet (106 cm) vertically in 20 feet (607 cm) horizontally. When operating on slopes use additional wheel weights or counterweights. See your dealer to determine which weights are available and appropriate for your unit. Select slow ground speed before driving onto slope. Travel UP and DOWN the slope, never across the face, use caution when changing directions and DO NOT START OR STOP ON SLOPE.
SAFETY ANSI B71.3-1995 WARNINGS Training 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Read the operating and service instruction manual carefully. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment. Know how to stop the unit and disengage the controls quickly. Never allow children to operate the equipment. Never allow adults to operate the equipment without proper instruction. Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particularly small children and pets.
controls INTRODUCTION and features The snowblower will discharge snow forward or to either side depending on the position angle of the discharge chute. If the chute adjustment is manual: 1. Use the chute rotation control rod to position the discharge chute. If the chute adjustment uses the electric actuator: 1. The controls mounted to the handlebar will actuate the movement of the discharge chute. 2. Press the rocker switch to move.
INTRODUCTION Assembly The ZTB Zero Turn Snowblower is designed to be used with the Zero Turn Tractor. Do no make any modifications to the attachment, the mounting frame or associated hardware. Any modifications may void the equipment warranty. Pre-Inspection Assembly The attachment mount should already be mounted to the tractor. Installation of the attachment mount is described in the publication for the Zero Turn Attachment Mount to be used with your tractor.
INTRODUCTION Assembly 2. Mount the snowblower head. a. Position the snowblower head to line up with the atttachment mount. The V-belt should be kept clear of the contact areas. b. Lower the attachment mount to it's lowest level. c. Move the tractor forward to engage the top pins in the notch. d. Lift the attachment mount to the snowblower head. e. Pull and rotate the lock pins to enable them to spring into the holes in the snowblower head.
INTRODUCTION Assembly To Assemble the Discharge Chute Manual (Standard) a. Place the glide ring on top of the mounting flange. Line up the bolt holes. b. Place the discharge chute on top of the glide ring. The teeth in the plate will mesh with the gear of the manual crank. The bolt holes must line up. c. Insert 5/16 carriage bolts through the four pairs of mounting holes. g. Mount the bracket for the manual swing controls on the front lift assist mount. Use two bolts with washers and nuts. h.
INTRODUCTION Assembly Electric (Optional) a. Place the glide ring on top of the mounting flange. Line up the bolt holes. b. Place the discharge chute on top of the glide ring. the teeth in the plate will not contact the electric drive. Rotate the chute so the discharge is facing forward. c. Place the gear plate for the electric drive over the top of the chute. Lower it until it is flat and the teeth engage the electric drive. Some adjustment may be needed to have all the bolt holes line up.
INTRODUCTION Operation CHECKS BEFORE EACH START-UP 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Make sure all safety guards are in place and all nuts, bolts and clips are secure. Check the engine oil level. See your engine Owner’s Manual for procedure and specifications. Check the skid shoes to make sure they are set at the desired height. Make sure that the discharge chute is angled in the proper direction. See the Service section for adjustment procedures and troubleshooting. Check the tractor controls for smooth operation.
Adjustment INTRODUCTION and service Scraper Height Adjustment Discharge chute glide ring The height of the scraper blade (cutting edge) will determine the quality of snow removal. The scraper blade mounting position is fixed and cannot be adjusted. The position of the skid shoes is adjusted vertically to change the scraper blade clearance height. The glide ring provides a sliding surface for the discharge chute rotation.
Adjustment INTRODUCTION and service Remove ribbon and Gearbox Remove the impeller The two ribbons and gearbox are held in place with two shafts on the ends and a bracket on the top of the gearbox. Access to the impeller is gained by first removing the ribbon/gearbox assembly. WARNING! 1. 2. 3. When making repairs or adjustments on the snowblower, the tractor engine must be off if the snowblower is attached. 1. 2. 3. Remove the V-belt from the drive pulley. Remove the shear bolt pulley.
INTRODUCTION maintenance maintenance schedule Maintenance Required Service Interval Notes Clean and lubricate discharge chute glide ring Annually - More often if needed Use spray grease Change oil in gear case Annually - More often if needed Publication: ZTB-080112 16 M-B Companies, Inc.
INTRODUCTION Storage TEMPORARY STORAGE (30 DAYS OR LESS) Here is a checklist of things to do when storing your unit temporarily or in between uses: • Properly clean the unit before storage and remove snow, dirt, debris, salt, etc. to extend paint life. • If the unit is power-washed, all lubrication points should be greased before storage. Refer to MAINTENANCE section.
Troubleshooting INTRODUCTION This section provides troubleshooting and service instructions. Locate the problem and check the possible cause/remedy in the order listed. IMPORTANT! Before performing any adjustment or service, stop the engine and wait for moving parts to stop. Remove the key. To prevent accidental starting, disconnect the spark plug wire and fasten away from the plug. Also, refer to the engine manufacturer’s Owner’s Manual for additional information.
Service INTRODUCTION Parts Part Number Description 716-172325 Motor, Chute Rotation 401-172342 Gear, Manual Chute Rotation 401-172272 Skid Shoe Block 401-172265 60" Cutting Edge 401-172334 Chute Glide Ring 600-160526 Drive Shaft Bearing 600-132224 Ribbon Bearing Please have your serial number (S/N) ready when contacting M-B Co. or an Authorized Dealer for replacement parts or service information. M-B Co. website: 1615 Wisconsin Ave. email: P.O.
INTRODUCTION Parts List Snowblower Ribbon 5 14 7 17 9 8 8 6 16 10 8 5 6 2 11 3 8 15 13 5 1 4 Item Part Number 1 501-160695 12 Description Gearboc, Reducer, ZSB Qty 1 2 311-21000 HHCS .31-18 UNC x 1.000 8 3 311-21250 HHCS .31-18 UNC x 1.250 4 4 311-21500 HHCS .31-18 UNC x 1.500 4 5 341-20000 Washer, Flat - 5/16 STD Zinc PL 24 6 370-126976 Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 UNC x .75 14 7 370-172347 Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 UNC x 1.
INTRODUCTION Parts List Snowblower Chute 14 For Electric Rotation For Manual Rotation 13 3 16 12 2 10 1 15 Part Number 1 310-11000 7 4 8 Item 5 6 11 4 9 5 Description HHCS .25-20 UNC x 1.000 Qty 2 2 311-10750 HHCS .25-20 UNC x 0.750 2 3 311-21500 HHCS .31-18 UNC x 1.
INTRODUCTION Parts List SnowBlower Body 21 20 7 17 6 18 31 10 29 30 8 24 23 22 26 1 25 5 11 37 6 15 16 36 19 34 27 9 15 33 28 12 14 2 3 32 4 13 35 Publication: ZTB-080112 22 M-B Companies, Inc.
INTRODUCTION Parts List SnowBlower Body Item Part Number Description Qty 1 311-10750 HHCS .25-20 UNC x 0.750 4 2 311-22250 HHCS .31-18 UNC x 2.250 1 3 311-31000 HHCS 3/8-16 UNC x 1.000 4 4 311-52000 HHCS .50-13 UNC x 2.000 4 5 341-10000 Washer, Flat - 1/4 STD Zinc PL 4 6 341-20000 Washer, Flat - 5/16 STD Zinc PL 9 7 370-126976 Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 UNC x .75 1 8 370-172288 Carriage Bolt 7/16-20 UNC x 1.
INTRODUCTION Parts List Decals 1 Item 3 4 2 Part Number Description Qty 1 390-118356 Decal, Grease Point 1 2 390-118349 Decal, Danger, No Riders 1 3 390-118351 Decal, Caution, Read Operator’s Manual 1 4 390-118352 Decal, Warning, Moving Parts Hazard 2 Not Shown 390-117897 Decal, M-B 1 Publication: ZTB-080112 24 M-B Companies, Inc.
Fastener Torque INTRODUCTION Recommendation Torque for Standard Fasteners FNL Grade 2 Grade 5 Grade 8 Grade 9 G9 Nominal Dia. Threads per inch (in.) Tightening Torque Tightening Torque Tightening Torque Tightening Torque Lubed Dry Plated Dry Plain Lubed Dry Plated Dry Plain Lubed Dry Plated Dry Plain Lubed Dry Plated Dry Plain K = 0.15 K = 0.17 K = 0.20 K = 0.15 K = 0.17 K = 0.20 K = 0.15 K = 0.17 K = 0.20 K = 0.15 K = 0.17 K = 0.
Fastener Torque INTRODUCTION Recommendation Torque-Tension Relationship for Metric Fasteners Class 4.6 4.6 Class 8.8 8.8 Class 10.9 10.9 10.9 Class 12.9 Nominal Dia. Tightening Torque Pitch (mm) Tightening Torque Tightening Torque Tightening Torque Lubed Dry Plated Dry Plain Lubed Dry Plated Dry Plain Lubed Dry Plated Dry Plain Lubed Dry Plain K = 0.15 (ft-lbs) K = 0.17 (ft-lbs) K = 0.20 (ft-lbs) K = 0.15 (ft-lbs) K = 0.17 (ft-lbs) K = 0.20 (ft-lbs) K = 0.15 (ft-lbs) K = 0.
LIMITED WARRANTY Limited Warranty: Subject to the limitations set forth herein, M-B Companies, Inc. (“M -B”) warrants its products to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of twelve (12) months from the date of delivery of the product to its original owner, except that the warranty is twelve (12) months solely for the following products: Truck Mounted Pavement Marking Equipment, Airport Snow Removal Products, Attachment Products, Brushes, MSV Multi-Service Vehicles.
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