To unlock the blade, push the lock release grip down against the handle tube. To pivot the blade, keep the grip de pressed 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 po si tion. HANDLE TUBE LOCK RELEASE GRIP ASSEMBLY LIFT ROD Wheel weights and tire chains must be used with your snow blade for traction. These accessories are available at your nearest Sears retail store. your snow blade for traction. These accessories are available at your nearest Sears retail store. Using the Snow blade • Prepare the lawn tractor engine for cold weather using instructions furnished with the lawn tractor. • Always begin with the transmission in first (low) gear and gradually increase speed as required. • Do not repeatedly push snow in the same direction. This causes 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. • For improved snow removal performance, coat the blade with automotive type paste wax. CAUTION: Carefully inspect the area to be worked before operating the snow blade. Avoid pipes, roots, curbs or other heavy obstructions. 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. CAUTION: Always lower the blade to the ground before leaving the tractor. MAINTENANCE CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES • Read and follow the maintenance schedule and the procedures listed in the maintenance section. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULEMAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Fill in dates as you complete regular service.complete regular service. Before each useBefore each useAfter each use Service DatesEvery seasonBefore storageBefore storage Check for loose fasteners XCheck for loose fasteners X Check for worn or damaged parts XCheck for worn or damaged parts XCheck for worn or damaged parts X Clean Blade X XClean Blade X XClean Blade X XClean Blade X XClean Blade X XClean Blade X X Lubricate Blade XLubricate Blade XLubricate Blade XLubricate Blade XLubricate Blade XLubricate Blade XLubricate Blade XLubricate Blade X GREASELUBRICATELUBRICATECHECK FOR LOOSE FASTENERS • During the operating season, check all bolts, nuts and hairpin cotters to be sure they are secure. CHECK FOR WORN OR DAMAGED PARTS • During the operating season, check for worn and damaged parts. Replace or repair any that have excessive damage or wear. CLEAN BLADE • During the operating season, clean the blade off after each use. Touch up any bare metal with paint or apply a light coat of grease or rust preventive. LUBRICATE BLADE • Lubricate all pivot points to help maintain proper operation of blade. Use grease packet furnished with FIGURE 25 the snow blade for lubrication of the upper portion of the lift handle rod. 12 To Adjust Blade Spring • The tension of the blade adjust spring may be altered to permit the blade to tilt forward to bypass solid ob struc tions. To change the spring tension, adjust the nuts at upper end of the spring bolt. Stand ing in front of blade, turn the nuts coun ter clock wise to relieve tension and clockwise to increase tension. Refer to figure 17 on page 9. 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 tight ened securely. SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS FIGURE 26 To Adjust the Blade Pivot Lock Mechanism • 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 dis en gage from the slots in the pivot plate. FIGURE 27 BLADE SHOE CABLE MOUNT BRACKET 5/16" HEX JAM NUT CONTROL CABLE 5/16" HEX JAM NUT • The tension of the blade adjust spring may be altered to permit the blade to tilt forward to bypass solid ob struc tions. To change the spring tension, adjust the nuts at upper end of the spring bolt. Stand ing in front of blade, turn the nuts coun ter clock wise to relieve tension and clockwise to increase tension. Refer to figure 17 on page 9. 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 tight ened securely. SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS FIGURE 26 To Adjust the Blade Pivot Lock Mechanism • 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...