Bercomac 700370-3 User manual

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OWNER’SMANUAL
ModelNumber
BERCO
Subframe
for
JOHNDEERE
SERIES 300,LX, GT,GXandG-100
WITHFOOTLIFTORMANUALHANDLIFT
Tractors
106446-EN M-01
* ASSEMBLY * REPAIR PARTS
* OPERATION * MAINTENANCE
CAUTION:
READ & FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES & INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE OPERATING YOUR EQUIPMENT
700370-3
*106446*

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LIMITED WARRANTY
Bercomac Limitée
92, Fortin Nord, Adstock, Québec, Canada, G0N 1S0
Conditions and Products Covered:
BERCOMAC guarantees any part of the product or accessory
manufactured by BERCOMAC and found in the reasonable
judgment of BERCOMAC to be defective in material and or
workmanship will be repaired or replaced by an authorized
dealer without charge up to our maximum labor rates and pre-
established times. For replacement parts only standard
ground freight services are covered. This warranty extends to
the original retail purchaser only and is not transferable to any
subsequent purchasers.
Warranty Period
(from date of the originalretail purchase):
• Residential use: 1 year
• Commercial or rental use: 90 days
Exceptions Noted Below: the following items are
guaranteed by the original manufacturer and have their own
warranty, conditions and limited time:
• Tire Chains: 90 days
• Engines (supplied with BERCOMAC equipment): 2 years
Please refer to the engine manufacturer’s warranty
statement included with the unit. BERCOMAC is not
authorized to handle warranty adjustments onengines.
Items and Conditions NOT Covered:
This warranty does not cover the following:
• Pick-up or delivery charges or in-home servicesfees.
• Any damage or deterioration of the unit, parts and or finish
of these due to normal use, wear and tear, or exposure.
• Cost of regular use or maintenance service or parts, such
as gas, oil, lubricants, tune-up parts, and adjustments.
• Any part or accessory which has been altered, modified,
misused, neglected, accidentally damaged or not properly
installed, maintained, stored or repaired not in accordance
with the instructions in the owner’s manual.
• Repair due to normal wear and or any wear items such as
shear pins, bolts, belts, etc.
• Expedited freight fee services for replacement parts.
• Shear bolts and shear pins are to be considered as a
preventive measure not as an assured protection, any
damages resulting from the lack of shear bolts breakage
are not covered.
NOTE: All warranty work must be performed by an authorized
dealer using original (manufacturer) replacement parts.
Owner’s Responsibilities:
BERCOMAC’s defective equipment or part must be returned
to an authorized dealer within the warranty period for repairs.
In the event that defective merchandise must be returned to
manufacturer for repairs, freight fees are prepaid and a
written authorization from BERCOMAC must be obtained by
dealer prior to the shipment. This warranty extends only to
equipment operated under normal conditions. To validate a
warranty claim, it is the user’s responsibility to maintain and
service the unit as specified in the owner’s manual at their
expense.
General Conditions:
The sole liability of BERCOMAC with respect to this warranty
shall be strictly and exclusively repair and replacement as
mentioned herein. BERCOMAC shall not have any liability
for any other costs, loss or damage, including but not limited
to, any incidental or consequential loss or damage.
In particular, without being limited to, BERCOMAC shall have
no liability or responsibility for:
• Travel time, overtime, after hours time or other
extraordinary repair charges or relating to repairs and or
replacements outside of normal business hours.
• Rental of like or similar replacement equipment during the
period of any, repair or replacement work.
• Any communicating or travel charges.
• Loss or damage to person or property other than that
covered by the terms of this warranty.
• Any claims for lost revenue, lost profit or any similar costs
as a result of damage or repair.
• Attorney’s fees.
BERCOMAC’s responsibility in respect to claims is limited to
making the required repairs or replacement without charge
up to our maximum labor rates and pre-established times
and no claim of breach of warranty shall be cause for
cancellation or rescission of the contract of sale of any
product or accessory.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also
have other rights, which vary from state to state.
Note: Bercomac reserves the right to change or improve the design of any part or accessory without assuming any obligation to modify
any product previously manufactured.
Instructions for Obtaining Warranty Services:
Contact dealer where equipment was purchased or any other BERCOMAC Service Dealer to arrange service at their dealership. To
locate a dealer convenient to you, access our website at www.bercomac.com.
Bring the product and your proof of purchase (sales receipt) to the BERCOMAC dealer.

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INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................................................................... 2
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ..................................................................................................................................... 3
ASSEMBLY
Step 1: John Deere models: LX 255, 266, 277, 277AWS, 279, 288 and GT 225, 235 245 and G-100
Subframe Preparation ............................................................................................................... 5
Subframe Installation ................................................................................................................. 6
John Deere models: LX 172, 173, 176, 178, 188, and GT 242, 262, 275
Subframe Preparation ............................................................................................................... 7
Subframe Installation ................................................................................................................. 9
John Deere models: GT 325, 335, 345, 355 and GX 325, 335, 345, 355
Subframe Preparation ............................................................................................................... 10
Subframe Installation ................................................................................................................. 11
Sabre models: GT1842, 1848, 2048, 2148, 2254, 2354, 2554 (GH or HV)
Subframe Preparation ............................................................................................................... 12
Subframe Installation ................................................................................................................. 14
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Step 2: Snowblower Installation ............................................................................................................. 15
Rotary Broom Installation .......................................................................................................... 18
Utility Blade Installation ............................................................................................................. 21
MAINTENANCE & DISMOUNTING
Maintenance ............................................................................................................................................ 23
Belt Adjustment ....................................................................................................................................... 23
Subframe Dismounting ............................................................................................................................ 23
End of Season Storage ........................................................................................................................... 23
PARTS BREAKDOWN AND LISTS
Push frame .............................................................................................................................................. 24
Subframe ................................................................................................................................................. 26
TORQUE SPECIFICATION TABLE ..................................................................................................................... 29
OPTIONS .............................................................................................................................................................. 30
TROUBLESHOOTING
See attachment owner’s manual for this section. (Snowblower, Utility Blade, Rotary Broom)
TABLE OF CONTENTS

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INTRODUCTION
TO THE PURCHASER
This new attachment was carefully designed to give years of dependable service. This manual has been provided to
assist in the safe operation and servicing of your attachment.
NOTE: All photographs and illustrations in the manual may not necessarily depict the actual models or attachment, but
are intended for reference only and are based on the latest product information available at the time of publication.
Familiarize yourself fully with the safety recommendations and operating procedures before putting the machine to use.
Carefully read, understand and follow these recommendations and insist that they be followed by those who will use
this attachment.
THIS SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL IDENTIFIES AN IMPORTANT SAFETY MESSAGE IN THIS MANUAL
THAT HELPS YOU AND OTHERS AVOID PERSONAL INJURY OR EVEN DEATH. DANGER,
WARNING, AND CAUTION ARE SIGNAL WORDS USED TO IDENTIFY THE LEVEL OF HAZARD.
HOWEVER, REGARDLESS OF THE HAZARD, BE EXTREMELY CAREFUL.
DANGER: Signals an extreme hazard that will cause serious injury or death if recommended precautions are
not followed.
WARNING: Signals a hazard that may cause serious injury or death if the recommended precautions are not
followed.
CAUTION: Signals a hazard that may cause minor or moderate injury if the recommended precautions are not
followed.
Record your attachment serial number and purchase date in the section reserved below (there is no serial number on
the subframe). Your dealer requires this information to give you prompt, efficient service when ordering replacement
parts. Use only genuine parts when replacements are required.
If warranty repairs are required please present this registration booklet and original sales invoice to your selling dealer
for warranty service.
This manual should be kept for future reference.
Please check if you have received all the parts for your kit with the list of the
bag and the list of the box.
SERIAL NUMBER : ____________________________
PURCHASE DATE : ____________________________
In this manual, right and left sides are determined by sitting on the tractor seat facing forward.

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
TRAINING
This symbol, "Safety Alert Symbol", is used
throughout this manual and on the
attachments safety labels to warn of the
possibility of serious injuries. Please take
special care in reading and understanding the
safety precautions before operating the
attachment or the tractor.
1. Read this owner's manual carefully. Be thoroughly
familiar with the controls and proper use of the
tractor and attachment. Know how to stop the unit
and disengage the controls quickly.
2. Never allow children to operate attachment nor the
tractor. Never allow adults to operate attachment
nor the tractor without proper instructions.
3. No one should operate the tractor nor the
attachment while intoxicated or while taking
medication that impairs the senses or reactions.
4. Keep the area of operation clear of all persons,
particularly small children and pets.
PREPARATION
1. Thoroughly inspect the area where the attachment
is to be used and remove door mats, all foreign
objects and the like.
2. Disengage all clutches and shift into neutral before
starting engine
3. Do not operate the attachment without wearing
adequate garments. Avoid loose fitting clothing that
can get caught in moving parts. Wear footwear that
will improve footing on slippery surfaces.
4. Handle fuel with care, it is highly flammable.
a) Use approved fuel container.
b) Never add fuel to a running engine or hot
engine.
c) Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care. Never
fill fuel tank indoors.
d) Never fill containers inside a vehicle, or on a
truck or a trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always
place containers on the ground, away from your
vehicle, before filling.
Careful operation is your best insurance against an accident. Read this section carefully before operating the tractor
and attachment. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury. All operators, no
matter how experienced they may be, should read this and other manuals related to the tractor and attachments before
operating. It is the owner's legal obligation to instruct all operators in safe operation.
e) When practical, remove gas-powered equipment
from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the
ground. If this is not possible, then refuel such
equipment on a trailer with a portable container,
rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle.
f) Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the
fuel tank or container opening at all times, until
refuelling is complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-
open device.
g) Replace fuel cap securely and wipe up spilled
fuel.
h) If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing
immediately.
5. Never attempt to make any adjustments while
engine is running (except where specifically
recommended by manufacturer).
6. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields during
operation or while performing an adjustment or
repairs to protect eyes from foreign objects that may
be thrown from the machine.
7. Never modify the attachment or any part without
the written consent from the manufacturer.
OPERATION
1. Do not run engine indoors except when starting
engine and transporting attachment, in or out of
building. Do not operate or let motor run in a
storage area without ventilation because gas
contains carbon monoxide which is odourless,
colourless and can cause death.
2. Do not carry passengers on attachment or tractor.
3. Take all possible precautions when leaving the
machine unattended. Lower the attachment, shift
into neutral, set the parking brake, stop the engine
and remove the key. Wait for all moving parts to
stop.

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
WHENEVER YOU SEE THIS SYMBOL
IT MEANS:
WARNING!
BECOME ALERT !
YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
WARNING
FOR YOUR SECURITY:
Read the attachment owner's manual for safety
precautions and rules.
Follow the assembly and operation instructions.
WARNING
TO PREVENT INJURIES AND FOR MORE
TRACTION WHEN USING AN ATTACHMENT:
-Rear counterweight of 100 lbs. minimum is
required to counterbalance the attachment’s
weight.
-Tractor manufacturer approved tire chains are
required.
-Do not operate on a slope greater than 10°.
-When dismounting an attachment remove rear
counterweights.
4. Use only attachments approved by the
manufacturer (such as wheel chains,
counterweights, cabs). You must use 100 lbs. of
rear counterweight for better traction and a greater
stability at all times when using an attachment that
is installed on the front of a tractor.
5. Never operate an attachment without good visibility
or light.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
1. Check shear bolts, mounting bolts, etc..., at frequent
intervals for proper tightness to be sure attachment is
in safe working condition.
2. Never store the machine with fuel in the tank inside a
building where ignition sources are present, such as
hot water tanks, space heaters, clothes dryers and
the like. Allow engine to cool before storing in any
enclosure.
3. Always refer to the owner’s manual when you store
than attachment for an extended period.
4. Maintain or replace safety and instructions labels, as
necessary.

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ASSEMBLY
Install the mounting pins
IF YOUR TRACTOR IS NOT EQUIPPED WITH
MOUNTING PINS:
Remove the bolt that holds the left hand side mower lift
arm (item 1). Reinstall the lift arm by inserting (as
shown) the mounting pin (item 2), original sleeve (item
4) and flat washer (item 3) from the tractor.
Secure with the original nut inside the tractor frame.
Do the same operation on the right side.
Tighten firmly.
View once unpacked
STEP 1
SUBFRAME PREPARATION
MODÈLS: LX 255, 266, 277, 277AWS, 279, 288 &
GT 225, 235, 245 & G-100
IMPORTANT: TORQUE ALL BOLTS ACCORDING TO TORQUE SPECIFICATION TABLE (SEE TABLE OF
CONTENTS) WHEN STATED: TIGHTEN FIRMLY. REFER TO PARTS BREAKDOWN SECTION FOR PARTS
IDENTIFICATION.
NOTE: The mower deck must be removed to install the subframe.
INSTALLING THE REFLECTORS
IMPORTANT: When operating the tractor with the
front mounted attachment, install the two red-colored
adhesive reflectors on the rear vertical surface of the
tractor’s fender.

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Install handle support
ASSEMBLY
Install the handle support (item 1) on the left hand side
with a 3/8 x 1 1/4" hex bolt (item 2) and flange nut
already in place, a 3/8 x 1" hex bolt (item 3) and flange
nut.
Tighten firmly.
Insert the plastic grommet (item 4) in the handle support.
Install the handgrip (item 5) as shown.
NOTE: For the G-100 model
Unscrew the bolts (items 2 & 6) from each side and
raise the pulley support (item 7). Secure it in the second
set of holes (item 8) (1.00’’ higher) with the same bolts.
SUBFRAME INSTALLATION:
Slide the subframe under the tractor between the
front and back wheels on the left side.
Lift the back part of the subframe and hook the
supports (item 1) (as shown) on the mounting pins
(item 2).
Lift the front part of the subframe between the tractor
supports (item 3).
Secure in place in the square holes or round holes
(item 4) depending on the model of tractor with two
0.50 x 1.25" pins (item 5) and two 3mm hair pins
(item 6).
IMPORTANT:
Make sure the bolt (item 7) is 7 1/2’’ to 8 1/4’’ from
the ground.
NOTE: If the holes are not aligned, loosen the
supports, install the pins and retighten the support
bolts tightly.
If the tractor supports (item 3) are too narrow, loosen
the bolts that hold the heat shield.
WARNING
TO PREVENT INJURIES:
Stop the motor.
Apply parking brake.
Remove the ignition key.
Disconnect the wire from the spark plug(s) and
keep away from spark plug(s) to prevent accidental
starting.
Install the subframe

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ASSEMBLY
Install lift arm
Install the lift arm (item 1) to the lift arm extension
(item 2) with two 5/16 x 3/4" bolts and flange nuts.
Tighten firmly.
Install the handgrip (item 3) as shown.
Pull lift arm towards the rear of tractor.
The arm should be 1" outside the mud guard and 2
1/2" above the tire. If not, adjust the arm by
unscrewing the bolt (item 4).
IMPORTANT: When adjusted properly, tighten bolt
(item 4) very firmly with hinge handle or a torque
wrench at 85-90 lbs/ft.
SUBFRAME PREPARATION FOR THE
JOHN DEERE TRACTORS
MODÈLS: LX 172, 173, 176, 178, 188, and
GT 242, 262, 275
IMPORTANT: TORQUE ALL BOLTS ACCORDING
TO TORQUE SPECIFICATION TABLE (SEE TABLE
OF CONTENTS) WHEN STATED: TIGHTEN
FIRMLY. REFER TO PARTS BREAKDOWN
SECTION FOR PARTS IDENTIFICATION.
NOTE: The mower deck must be removed to install
the subframe.
Replace the front supports (items 1 & 2) by the other
supports (items 3 & 4) that are included in this kit.
Reinstall in the same fashion as the supports you
removed, the fold towards the outside.
Insert the bolts (item 5) in the holes as shown.
Tighten the bolts firmly.
Replace the front supports

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ASSEMBLY
Install mounting pins
IF YOUR TRACTOR IS NOT EQUIPPED WITH
MOUNTING PINS:
Remove the bolt that holds the left hand side mower lift
arm (item 1). Reinstall the lift arm by inserting (as
shown) the mounting pin (item 2), original sleeve (item
4) and flat washer (item 3) from the tractor.
Secure with the original nut inside the tractor frame.
Do the same operation on the right side.
Tighten firmly.
Install handle support
Install the handle support (item 1) on the left hand side
with a 3/8 x 1 1/4" hex bolt (item 2) and flange nut al-
ready in place, a 3/8 x 1" hex bolt (item 3) and flange
nut.
Tighten firmly.
Insert the plastic grommet (item 4) in the handle sup-
port.
Install the handgrip (item 5) as shown.

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ASSEMBLY
SUBFRAME INSTALLATION:
Slide the subframe under the tractor between the
front and back wheels on the left side.
Lift the back part of the subframe and hook the
supports (item 1) (as shown) on the mounting pins
(item 2).
Lift the front part of the subframe between the tractor
supports (item 3).
Secure in place in the square holes or round holes
(item 4) depending on the model of tractor with two
0.50 x 1.25" pins (item 5) and two 3mm hair pins
(item 6).
IMPORTANT:
Make sure the bolt (item 7) is 7 1/2’’ to 8 1/4’’ from
the ground.
NOTE: If the holes are not aligned, loosen the
supports, install the pins and retighten the support
bolts tightly.
If the tractor supports (item 3) are too narrow, loosen
the bolts that hold the heat shield.
Install the lift arm (item 1) to the lift arm extension
(item 2) with two 5/16 x 3/4" bolts and flange nuts.
Tighten firmly.
Install the handgrip (item 3) as shown.
Pull lift arm towards the rear of tractor.
The arm should be 1" outside the mud guard and 2
1/2" above the tire. If not, adjust the arm by
unscrewing the bolt (item 4).
IMPORTANT: When adjusted properly, tighten bolt
(item 4) very firmly with hinge handle or a torque
wrench at 85-90 lbs/ft.
WARNING
TO PREVENT INJURIES:
Stop the motor.
Apply parking brake.
Remove the ignition key.
Disconnect the wire from the spark plug(s) and
keep away from spark plug(s) to prevent accidental
starting.
Install the subframe
Install lift arm

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Replace front supports
SUBFRAME PREPARATION FOR THE JOHN
DEERE TRACTORS
MODELS: GT325, 335, 345, 355
GX 325, 335, 345, 355
IMPORTANT: TORQUE ALL BOLTS ACCORDING
TO TORQUE SPECIFICATION TABLE (SEE TA-
BLE OF CONTENTS) WHEN STATED: TIGHTEN
FIRMLY. REFER TO PARTS BREAKDOWN SEC-
TION FOR PARTS IDENTIFICATION.
NOTE: The mower deck must be removed to install
the subframe.
Replace the front supports (items 1 & 2) by the other
supports (items 3 & 4) that are included in this kit. Re-
install in the same fashion as the supports you re-
moved, but the fold towards the inside and insert a
shim (item 5) between the supports and the subframe
flat bars.
Insert the bolts (item 6) in the holes as shown.
Tighten the bolts firmly.
ASSEMBLY
Remove the bolt that holds the left hand side mower
lift arm (item 1). Reinstall the lift arm by inserting as
shown the mounting pin (item 2), original sleeve (item
4) and flat washer (item 3) from the tractor.
Secure with the original nut inside the tractor frame.
Do the same operation on the right side.
Tighten firmly.
Install handle support

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ASSEMBLY
Install handle support
Install the handle support (item 1) on the left hand side
with a 3/8 x 1 1/4" hex bolt (item 2) and flange nut al-
ready in place, a 3/8 x 1" hex bolt (item 3) and flange
nut.
Tighten firmly.
Insert the plastic grommet (item 4) in the handle sup-
port.
Install the handgrip (item 5) as shown.
SUBFRAME INSTALLATION:
Slide the subframe under the tractor between the
front and back wheels on the left side.
Lift the back part of the subframe and hook the
supports (item 1) (as shown) on the mounting pins
(item 2).
Lift the front part of the subframe between the tractor
supports (item 3).
Secure in place in the square holes or round holes
(item 4) depending on the model of tractor with two
0.50 x 1.25" pins (item 5) and two 3mm hair pins
(item 6).
IMPORTANT:
Make sure the bolt (item 7) is 7 1/2’’ to 8 1/4’’ from
the ground.
NOTE: If the holes are not aligned, loosen the
supports, install the pins and retighten the support
bolts tightly.
If the tractor supports (item 3) are too narrow, loosen
the bolts that hold the heat shield.
WARNING
TO PREVENT INJURIES:
Stop the motor.
Apply parking brake.
Remove the ignition key.
Disconnect the wire from the spark plug(s) and
keep away from spark plug(s) to prevent accidental
starting.
Install the subframe

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ASSEMBLY
Install lift arm
Install the lift arm (item 1) to the lift arm extension
(item 2) with two 5/16 x 3/4" bolts and flange nuts.
Tighten firmly.
Install the handgrip (item 3) as shown.
Pull lift arm towards the rear of tractor.
The arm should be 1" outside the mud guard and 2
1/2" above the tire. If not, adjust the arm by unscrew-
ing the bolt (item 4).
IMPORTANT: When adjusted properly, tighten bolt
(item 4) very firmly with hinge handle or a torque
wrench at 85-90 lbs/ft.
Replace front supports
SUBFRAME PREPARATION FOR THE SABRE
TRACTORS
MODELS:GT1842, 1848, 2048, 2148, 2254, 2354,
2554 (GH or HV)
IMPORTANT: TORQUE ALL BOLTS ACCORDING
TO TORQUE SPECIFICATION TABLE (SEE TA-
BLE OF CONTENTS) WHEN STATED: TIGHTEN
FIRMLY. REFER TO PARTS BREAKDOWN SEC-
TION FOR PARTS IDENTIFICATION.
NOTE: The mower deck must be removed to install
the subframe.
Replace the front supports (items 1 & 2) by the other
supports (items 3 & 4) that are included in this kit. Re-
install in the same fashion as the supports you re-
moved, the fold towards the outside.
Insert the bolts (item 5) in the holes as shown.
Tighten the bolts firmly.

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ASSEMBLY
Remove the bolt that holds the left hand side mower
lift arm (item 1). Reinstall the lift arm by inserting (as
shown) the mounting pin (item 2), original sleeve (item
4) and flat washer (item 3) from the tractor.
Secure with the original nut inside the tractor frame.
Do the same operation on the right side.
Tighten firmly.
Install mounting pins
Install handle support
Install the handle support (item 1) on the left hand side
with a 3/8 x 1 1/4" hex bolt (item 2) and flange nut al-
ready in place, a 3/8 x 1" hex bolt (item 3) and flange
nut.
Tighten firmly.
Insert the plastic grommet (item 4) in the handle sup-
port.
Install the handgrip (item 5) as shown.

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ASSEMBLY
Install lift arm
Install the lift arm (item 1) to the lift arm extension
(item 2) with two 5/16 x 3/4" bolts and flange nuts.
Tighten firmly.
Install the handgrip (item 3) as shown.
Pull lift arm towards the rear of tractor.
The arm should be 1" outside the mud guard and 2
1/2" above the tire. If not, adjust the arm by unscrew-
ing the bolt (item 4).
IMPORTANT: When adjusted properly, tighten bolt
(item 4) very firmly with hinge handle or a torque
wrench at 85-90 lbs/ft.
SUBFRAME INSTALLATION:
Slide the subframe under the tractor between the
front and back wheels on the left side.
Lift the back part of the subframe and hook the
supports (item 1) (as shown) on the mounting pins
(item 2).
Lift the front part of the subframe between the tractor
supports (item 3).
Secure in place in the square holes or round holes
(item 4) depending on the model of tractor with two
0.50 x 1.25" pins (item 5) and two 3mm hair pins
(item 6).
IMPORTANT:
Make sure the bolt (item 7) is 7 1/2’’ to 8 1/4’’ from
the ground.
NOTE: If the holes are not aligned, loosen the
supports, install the pins and retighten the support
bolts tightly.
If the tractor supports (item 3) are too narrow, loosen
the bolts that hold the heat shield.
WARNING
TO PREVENT INJURIES:
Stop the motor.
Apply parking brake.
Remove the ignition key.
Disconnect the wire from the spark plug(s) and
keep away from spark plug(s) to prevent accidental
starting.
Install the subframe

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ASSEMBLY
Lower the tension arm (item 1) to release the tension
on the helper spring (item 2) to facilitate snowblower
installation.
Install the snowblower to the subframe as shown.
Make sure the snowblower is pushed in until locked
into place by the springs (item 3).
NOTE:
Before installing the belt, unhook the spring (item 2)
by sliding the spring link (item 4) off the tension arm
(item 1).
Put the spring on the ground on the left side.
STEP 2
SNOWBLOWER INSTALLATION:
Refer to snowblower owner’s manual, parts
breakdown section for parts identification.
WARNING
FOR YOUR SECURITY:
Read the snowblower owner's manual for safety
precautions and rules.
Follow the assembly and operation instructions.
WARNING
TO PREVENT INJURIES:
Stop the motor.
Apply parking brakes.
Remove the ignition key.
Disconnect the wire from the spark plug(s) and
keep away from spark plug(s) to prevent accidental
starting.
Install the double pulley support (item 1) as shown on
the male hitch by using two 5/16 x 1" bolts (item 2)
and flange nuts. Tighten the bolts firmly.
CAUTION
TO PREVENT INJURIES:
Always raise the attachment to reduce the
tension on the spring before applying or
releasing tension on the helper spring. Firmly
hold the handle when you release the tension
because the arm will kick back due to the tension
on the spring.
Install the snowblower
Install pulley support

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ASSEMBLY
Remove the belt guard from the back of snowblower.
Move the tension arm (item 8) towards the back to
facilitate the belt installation.
Install the belt on the snowblower by inserting it between
the two flat pulleys (items 1 & 2) and around the
snowblower pulley (item 4). Route the drive belt around
the V pulleys (items 5 & 6) and around the tractor drive
pulley (item 7).
Make sure the belt is not twisted between the pulleys
(items 4 & 5).
Apply tension on the belt by moving the tension arm
(item 8) towards the front and secure with a 3 mm hair
pin (item 9) in the hole (item 10).
Check the tension on the belt and adjust if necessary.
See maintenance section for belt adjustment
instructions.
CAUTION
Never use the snowblower without the belt guard.
VERIFY BELT ROUTING
-Lower the snowblower to the ground and let it run for
a few seconds under supervision.
-Disengage the snowblower and stop the engine.
-Check the belt to make sure it is well inserted in the
pulleys and that it has not flipped on its side in the
pulleys.
-Reinstall the belt guard.
Install belt
Apply tension on belt
WARNING
TO PREVENT INJURIES:
It is the person who installs the drive mechanism
responsibility to make sure that when the clutch
is disengaged that all moving parts stop.
For more information, do not hesitate to contact
the technical support.

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ASSEMBLY
Insert the handle (item 1) into the support (item 2) as
shown.
Install the hook (item 3) on the rotation worm (item 4).
Insert the hook in the handle (item 1) and secure with a
2.5 mm hair pin (item 5).
VERIFY SKID SHOE ADJUSTMENT:
LEVEL PAVED SURFACE: Adjust skid shoes to allow
3/16 to 1/4" clearance (A) between cutting edge and
surface.
UNEVEN OR GRAVEL SURFACE: Adjust skid shoes
to allow 1/2 to 5/8" clearance (A) between cutting edge
and surface.
VERIFY TIRE PRESSURE:
Check and adjust tractor tire pressure as follows:
Front tires: 20-25 psi
Back tires: 8-10 psi
Tire pressure must be even on both sides of the
tractor. Adjust skid shoes
Install handle
CAUTION
TO PREVENT INJURIES:
Always raise the attachment to reduce the
tension on the spring before applying or
releasing tension on the helper spring. Firmly
hold the handle when you release the tension
because the arm will kick back due to the tension
on the spring.
Reinstall the helper spring as originally installed.
Raise the snowblower and pull up the tension arm
(item 1). This spring helps to lift the snowblower with
little effort. Apply tension to spring

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ASSEMBLY
Lower the arm (item 1) to release the tension on the
helper spring (item 2) to facilitate rotary broom
installation.
Attach the rotary broom to the subframe as shown.
Make sure the rotary broom is pushed in until locked
into place by the springs (item 3).
Before installing the belt, unhook the spring (item 2)
by sliding the spring link (item 4) off the tension arm
(item 1).
Put the spring on the ground on the left side.
Release tension on the helper spring
Attach broom to subframe / Remove the helper spring
ROTARY BROOM INSTALLATION:
Refer to rotary broom owner’s manual, parts
breakdown section for parts identification. WARNING
TO PREVENT INJURIES:
Stop the motor.
Apply parking brakes.
Remove the ignition key.
Disconnect the wire from the spark plug(s) and
keep away from spark plug(s) to prevent accidental
starting.
WARNING
FOR YOUR SECURITY:
Read the rotary broom owner's manual for safety
precautions and rules.
Follow the assembly and operation instructions.
CAUTION
TO PREVENT INJURIES:
Always raise the attachment to reduce the
tension on the spring before applying or
releasing tension on the helper spring. Firmly
hold the handle when you release the tension
because the arm will kick back due to the tension
on the spring.