Erskine Attachments 54 User manual

Utility Snowblower
54” –60” – 72” –84” Models
Rear Mounted –CAT. I
3-Point Snowblower
For
Compact Tractors
Operator’s Manual
Set-Up Assembly
Maintenance
Parts Information
Read this Manual Before Use

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NOTE: Erskine Attachments LLC reserves the right to make
improvements in design or changes in specifications at any time without
notice and without incurring any obligations to install them on units
previously sold.
TABLE OF CONTENTS I
SAFETY
3-4
SERIAL NUMBER/DECAL LOCATION
5-6
SET-UP ASSEMBLY
7-12
MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS
13-14
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
15-16
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
17-20
BOLT TORQUE INFORMATION
21
PARTS INFORMATION
22-29
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
30
WARRANTY
31
REFERENCE INFORMATION
Write the serial number for your attachment in the spaces below. Always refer to this serial
number when calling for service or parts.
Serial Number………….._____________
YOUR ATTACHMENTS DEALER
ADDRESS:
PHONE:
CONTACT:

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The signal words CAUTION, WARNING, or
DANGER are used to indicate hazards.
Indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
may result in minor or moderate injury.
Indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury.

The word IMPORTANT is used in the text when
immediate damage will occur due to improper
technique or operation.
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The word NOTE is used to convey information that
is out of context with the manual text; special
information such as specifications, techniques,
reference information, and other information of a
supplementary nature.
The user is responsible for inspecting the machine
daily, and for having parts repaired or replaced when
continued use of the machine would cause damage,
excessive wear to other parts or make the machine
unsafe for continued operation.
If an operating procedure, tool device, maintenance
or work method not specifically recommended is
used, you must satisfy yourself that it is safe for you
and others. You must also ensure that the
attachment will not be damaged or made unsafe by
the procedures you choose.
Erskine Attachments LLC cannot anticipate every
possible circumstance that might involve potential
hazard. The safety messages found in this manual
and on the machine are therefore not all inclusive.
Throughout this manual, reference may be made to
the left hand (LH) or right hand (RH) side. These
terms are used as viewed from the operator’s seat
facing front.
SAFETY
DO NOT use or perform maintenance on this machine until this manual has been
read and understood. In addition, read the Operation and Maintenance
Manual(s) pertaining to the attachment and the attachment carrier (“Tractor”).

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SAFETY I
Improper operation can cause serious
injury or death.
Pre-operation
This attachment is designed for blowing snowonly.
NEVER use this attachment for any other purpose.
Read the operator’s manual for the “Compact
Tractor”. NEVER allow untrained people to
operate.
Operating instructions must be given to everyone
before operating this attachment and at least once
a year thereafter in accordance with OSHA
regulations.
NEVER exceed the maximum recommended input
power or speed specifications for the attachment.
Over-powering or over-speeding the attachment
may cause personal injury and/or machine
damage.
Keep all shields, guards, and covers in place.
Do not modify equipment or add attachments that
are not approved by Erskine Attachments LLC.
Use adequate safety warning lights and devices as
required by local regulations. Obey all local laws
and regulations regarding machine operation on
public property.
Operation
Avoid loose fitting clothing. Clothing or hair caught
in moving parts maylead to serious injury ordeath.
Hydraulic connections may be hot after use. Use
gloves if connecting or disconnecting after use.
To protect the operator from hearing loss, ear
protection is required unless the tractor is
equipped with a noise reduction cab that meets
OSHA 1910.95 standard.
Always wear eye protection that meets z87.1 or
use with an enclosure that provides similar
protection.
Check and be sure all operating controls are in
neutral before starting the engine.
Operation (continued)
Keep people at least 100 feet away from the
tractor, attachment, and discharge when in use.
This attachment sends objects flying and has
rotating parts. NEVER direct discharge toward
people –rocks and debris can be thrown.
NEVER operate near embankments or terrain that
is so steep that rollover could occur.
Always stay in the operator position when using
the attachment.
Before leaving the operator’s position, disengage
PTO drive, lower the snowblower to rest flat onthe
ground, stop engine, set park brake, and wait for
all motion to stop.
NEVER place hands in the discharge chute or
clear debris while the engine is running.
Avoid High Pressure Fluids Hazard
Escaping fluid under pressure can
penetrate the skin causing serious
injury.
Avoid the hazard by relieving the
pressure before disconnecting
hydraulic lines.
Use a piece of paper or cardboard, NOT BODY
PARTS, to check for suspected leaks. Wear
protective gloves and safety glasses or goggles
when servicing or performing maintenance on
hydraulic systems.
If an accident occurs, see a doctor immediately.
Any fluid injected into the skin must be surgically
removed within a few hours or gangrene may
result.
Maintenance
NEVER make adjustments, lubricate, clean, or
perform any service on the machine while it is in
operation.
Make sure the attachment is serviced on a daily
basis. Improper maintenance can cause serious
injury or death in addition to damage to the
attachment and/or your equipment.

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SERIAL NUMBER AND SAFETY DECAL LOCATIONS
Serial Number Location:
It is important to refer to the serial number of the attachment when making repairs or ordering parts. Early or later
models (identification made by serial number) may use different parts, or it may be necessary to use different
procedures in doing a specific operation.

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Safety Decals Locations:
The locations of the safety decals are shown. If these decals are missing, damaged, or painted over they must
be replaced. Call Erskine Attachments LLC (218-435-4045) for replacement decals.
SERIAL NUMBER AND SAFETY DECAL LOCATIONS________
Small Brand Decal
Location: On each side of snowblower body
Quantity: 2
C
Part number: 200001
Location: Back right side of snowblower body
Quantity: 1 w/ opt hyd chute rotate
B
Part number: 103206
Location: On auger drive chain cover &
Location: optional chute rotation chain cover
Quantity: 1 standard, or 2 w/ opt hyd chute rotate
D
Part number: 102946
Location: On front of chute
Quantity: 1
A
Part number: 102935
Location: On each side of snowblower body
Quantity: 2
E
Part number: 102957
Location: On each side of chute
Quantity: 2
F
Part number: 201415
Location: On top of gearbox cover
Quantity: 1

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SET-UP ASSEMBLY
Manual Rotation Discharge Chute Installation
1. Bolt the hand crank support bracket to the upper
arm, and insert the crank tube. Bolt the lower end
of the crank tube to the spool. The crank handle
length is adjustable. Start with the crank in the
shortest position until the snowblower is mounted
to the tractor for the first time.
IMPORTANT: Make sure the crank handle will
not contact the operator or any part of the tractor
through the entire range of motion.
2. Remove one of the roller guides from the
snowblower housing by removing the bolt
securing the roller guide.
3. After unpacking the chute, slip the chute into the
grooves on the two remaining roller guides.
4. Reinstall the roller guide and bushing with bolt and
lock nut.
IMPORTANT: Tighten each roller guide lock nut
to 75 ft.-lbs.
5. Rotate the chute so it is facing the front right
corner of the snowblower body (as viewed seated
in the tractor, facing forward).
6. Feed one end of the cable through the rear hole
of the spool, through the cable guide link, and
around the back of the chute as shown. Tighten
the set screw to lock the cable in place, leaving a
short tail sticking out.
7. Run the cable backwards through the chain links
in such a way that the cable will bind when
tightened. Method can vary, as long as the cable
binds tightly to the chute when tightened.
8. Thread the cable back through the cable guide.

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SET-UP ASSEMBLY
9. Turn the crank handle clockwise to wind up the
cable on the lower part of the spool. Keep tension
on the loose end of the cable while cranking so
that the cable on the spool doesn’t unwind. Stop
cranking when the chute faces the front left corner
of the snowblower body. The chute should rotate
clockwise, as viewed from above, to reach this
position. The position of the chute does not need
to be exact, andcan be varied to help with the next
step.
10. Thread the remaining end of the cable through the
spool. The ends of the cable should be facing in
opposite directions. The crank position can be
changed slightly to aid in threading the cable and
tightening the set screw. Make sure the cable on
the spool remains tight. Pull all the slack out of
the cable before tightening the set screw.
11. Trim the cable ends as required.

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SET-UP ASSEMBLY
Hydraulic Rotation Discharge Chute Installation
1. Remove one of the roller guides from the
snowblower housing by removing the bolt
securing the roller guide.
2. Remove the chain cover from the snowblower
housing by removing the two bolts securing the
cover.
3. After unpacking the chute, slip the chute into the
grooves on the two remaining chute guides.
4. Reinstall the roller guide and bushing with bolt and
lock nut.
IMPORTANT: Tighten each roller guide lock nut
to 75 ft.-lbs.
5. Rotate the chute to the straightforward position.
6. Loosen themotor mount bolts, and push the motor
all the way toward the chute.
7. Install the No. 40 roller chain around the motor
sprocket.
8. Pull the motor away from the chute until all slack
is removed from the roller chain, and tighten the
motor mount bolts to secure the motor in place.
IMPORTANT: Do not overtighten roller chains.
Tighten only enough to remove slack.
9. Reinstall the chain cover and two bolts.
Do not operate the
snowblower without the chain shield in
place. Moving parts may cause injury or
death. Always replace guard after servicing.

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SET-UP ASSEMBLY
Mounting and Adjusting the Snowblower
1. Install the splined yoke of the driveline on the
snowblower gearbox shaft. This end of the
driveline is secured with a sliding lock collar like
the tractor end. Pull back on the collar and push
the yoke onto the gearbox shaft. Release the
collar and make sure it is securely locked in place
on the shaft.
Make sure the PTO master
shield is secured in its operating position.
Never operate the snowblower with missing
PTO shield.
2. The mounting arms are designed to be used on
the standard Category I 3-point hitch. They are
also quick hitch compatible. Be sure to pay extra
attention to the driveline length when using the
snowblower with a quick hitch. Make sure there
is proper engagement throughout the entire range
of motion.
3. Mount the snowblower to the tractor (see
“Mounting Instructions” on pages 13-14).
4. The snowblower may need to be tilted rearward
somewhat in order to create a straighter driveline
angle from the tractor PTO shaft to the
snowblower gearbox. This can be accomplished
by lengthening the tractor’s 3-point top link (refer
to the tractor’s operator’s manual for top link
adjustment instructions). The degree of backward
tilt depends on the tractor size and PTO location.
Example: The higher the tractor PTO shaft is
above the ground, the more snowblower
backward tilt is required.
IMPORTANT: It is extremely important to keep
the driveline angle as straight as possible while
the snowblower is under load, as this reduces
heat buildup and the chance of bearing failure in
the driveline U-joints.