42 SNOW THROWER - Agri-Fab

1 Model 42 AOWNERSMANUALPRINTED IN FORM NO. 49784 (6/05)CAUTION:Read Rules for Safe Operation and Instructions Carefully Safety Assembly Operation Maintenance Parts42" SNOW THROWERthe fastest way to purchase 2 TABLE OF CONTENTSSAFETY RULES ..3 FULL SIZE HARDWARE CHART ..4 CARTON CONTENTS ..5 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS ..6 OPERATION ..18 MAINTENANCE ..19 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ..20 STORAGE ..21 TROUBLESHOOTING ..21 REPAIR PARTS ..22 SLOPE GUIDE ..27 PARTS ORDERING ..Back CoverIMPORTANT:Rear wheel weights and tire chains are required to provide extra traction and stability when using this snow THROWER attachment. These items are available where you purchased your WEIGHTSTIRE CHAINS3 SAFETYAny power equipment can cause injury if operated improperly or if the user does not understand how to operate the equipment.

2 Exercise caution at all times, when using power equipment. Read this owner's manual carefully and know how to operate your snow THROWER and 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, especially small children, and pets. Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all door mats, sleds, boards, wires and other foreign objects. Disengage all clutches and shift into neutral before starting engine. Do not operate equipment without wearing adequate winter outer garments. Wear substantial footwear which will protect feet and improve footing on slippery surfaces. Check fuel before starting the engine.

3 Do not remove the fuel cap or fi ll the fuel tank while the engine is running or hot. Do not fi ll the fuel tank indoors. Gasoline is an extremely fl ammable fuel. Make sure the snow THROWER height is adjusted to clear the type surface it will be used on. Do not use the snow THROWER without the rear weight attached to the tractor. Never make any adjustments while the engine is running. Always wear safety glasses or eye shield during operation or while performing and adjustment or repair. Do not place hand or feet near rotating parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times. Use extreme caution when operating on or crossing gravel surfaces. Do not carry passengers. After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, remove the wire from the spark plug and then thoroughly inspect the snow THROWER for damage.

4 Repair any damage before restarting and operating the snow THROWER . If the snow THROWER starts to vibrate abnormally, stop the engine immediately and check for the cause. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble. Stop the engine whenever you leave the operating position, before unclogging the snow THROWER or making any adjustments or inspections. Take all possible precautions when leaving the unit unattended. Disengage the attachment clutch lever or switch, lower the snow THROWER , shift into neutral, set the parking brake, stop the engine and remove the key. When cleaning, repairing or inspecting, make certain all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire and keep it away from the plug to prevent accidental starting. Do not run engine indoors except when transporting the snow THROWER in or out of the building.

5 Open the outside doors. Exhaust fumes are dangerous. Do not clear snow across the face of slopes. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes. Do not attempt to clear steep slopes. Refer to the slope guide on page 27 of this manual. Never operate the snow THROWER without guards, plates or other safety protection devices in place. Never operate the snow THROWER near glass enclosures, automobiles, window wells, drop offs etc. without proper adjustment of the snow THROWER discharge angle. Never direct discharge at bystanders or allow anyone in front of the snow THROWER . Never run the snow THROWER into material at high speeds. Do not overload the machine capacity by attempting to clear snow at too fast a rate. Never operate the machine at high transport speed on slippery surfaces.

6 Look behind and use care when backing. Watch for traffi c and stay alert when crossing or operating near roadways. Disengage power to the snow THROWER when transporting or when not in use. Use only attachments and accessories approved by the manufacturer of the snow THROWER (such as wheel weights, counter weights, cabs etc.) Never operate the snow THROWER without good visibility or light. Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means Attention!! Become alert!! Your safety is PACKAGE CONTENTS REF. QTY. DESCRIPTION REF. QTY. DESCRIPTIONREF. QTY. DESCRIPTIONREF. QTY. DESCRIPTION Q 6 Hex Lock Nut, 1/4" Q 6 Hex Lock Nut, 1/4" Q 6 Hex Lock Nut, 1/4" R 1 Whizlock Nut, 5/16" R 1 Whizlock Nut, 5/16" R 1 Whizlock Nut, 5/16" S 8 Hex Nut, 5/16" S 8 Hex Nut, 5/16" S 8 Hex Nut, 5/16" T 4 Hex Lock Nut, 5/16" (2 pcs.)

7 Spare parts) T 4 Hex Lock Nut, 5/16" (2 pcs. spare parts) T 4 Hex Lock Nut, 5/16" (2 pcs. spare parts) U 9 Hex Lock Nut, 3/8" U 9 Hex Lock Nut, 3/8" U 9 Hex Lock Nut, 3/8" V 3 Hairpin Cotter, 1/8" V 3 Hairpin Cotter, 1/8" V 3 Hairpin Cotter, 1/8" W 3 Hairpin Cotter, 5/64" W 3 Hairpin Cotter, 5/64" W 3 Hairpin Cotter, 5/64" X 1 Hairpin Cotter, 3/32" X 1 Hairpin Cotter, 3/32" X 1 Hairpin Cotter, 3/32" Y 2 Shear Bolt (spare parts) Y 2 Shear Bolt (spare parts) Y 2 Shear Bolt (spare parts) Z 1 Chain, tensioning Z 1 Chain, tensioning Z 1 Chain, tensioning AA 1 Spring AA 1 Spring AA 1 Spring BB 3 Chute Keeper BB 3 Chute Keeper BB 3 Chute Keeper CC 1 Trunnion CC 1 Trunnion CC 1 Trunnion DD 2 Lock Pin DD 2 Lock Pin DD 2 Lock Pin EE 1 Spacer EE 1 Spacer EE 1 Spacer FF 1 Plastic Cap FF 1 Plastic Cap FF 1 Plastic Cap GG 2 Nylon Tie GG 2 Nylon Tie GG 2 Nylon TieA 4 Hex Bolt, 3/8" x 1" (Thread Forming)A 4 Hex Bolt, 3/8" x 1" (Thread Forming)

8 B 2 Hex Bolt, 5/16" x 1-3/4" B 2 Hex Bolt, 5/16" x 1-3/4" B 2 Hex Bolt, 5/16" x 1-3/4" C 6 Hex Bolt, 1/4" x 1" C 6 Hex Bolt, 1/4" x 1" C 6 Hex Bolt, 1/4" x 1" D 4 Carriage Bolt, 3/8" x 1" D 4 Carriage Bolt, 3/8" x 1" D 4 Carriage Bolt, 3/8" x 1" E 2 Carriage Bolt, 5/16" x 1-3/4" E 2 Carriage Bolt, 5/16" x 1-3/4" E 2 Carriage Bolt, 5/16" x 1-3/4" F 2 Carriage Bolt , 5/16" x 1-1/4" F 2 Carriage Bolt , 5/16" x 1-1/4" F 2 Carriage Bolt , 5/16" x 1-1/4" G 2 Carriage Bolt, 5/16" x 1" G 2 Carriage Bolt, 5/16" x 1" G 2 Carriage Bolt, 5/16" x 1" H 2 Carriage Bolt, 5/16" x 3/4" H 2 Carriage Bolt, 5/16" x 3/4" H 2 Carriage Bolt, 5/16" x 3/4" I 4 Shoulder Bolt, 3/8" x 5/8" I 4 Shoulder Bolt, 3/8" x 5/8" I 4 Shoulder Bolt, 3/8" x 5/8" J 10 Lock Washer, 3/8" J 10 Lock Washer, 3/8" J 10 Lock Washer, 3/8" K 10 Lock Washer, 5/16" K 10 Lock Washer, 5/16" K 10 Lock Washer, 5/16" L 7 Washer, 1/4" L 7 Washer, 1/4" L 7 Washer, 1/4" M 2 Washer, 5/16" M 2 Washer, 5/16" M 2 Washer, 5/16" N 1 Washer, 3/8" N 1 Washer, 3/8" N 1 Washer, 3/8" O 2 Washer, 1/2" O 2 Washer, 1/2" O 2 Washer, 1/2" P 2 Bowed Washer P 2 Bowed Washer P 2 Bowed WasherABCDEFGHQMNLIJKOTUSCCXYVZBBAANOT SHOWN ACTUAL SIZESHOWN ACTUAL SIZEWS tore these two bolts and nuts in a safeplace until needed.

9 (See page 20.)TEEGGDDFFSPARE PARTS BAGPR5 CARTON CONTENTS1. Right Hand Side Plate (Stamped "R")2. Left Hand Side Plate (Stamped "L")3. Anti-rotation Bracket4. Engagement Rod5. Engine Pulley Keeper6. Left Hand Hanger Bracket (Stamped "L")7. Right Hand Hanger Bracket (Stamped "R")8. Chute Crank Rod Assembly9. Support Tube, Crank Rod10. Lift Handle Tube and Cable11. Clutch Idler Assembly12. Cable Bracket13 Housing Assembly14. V belt , Drive15 V belt , Auger (Attached to Housing Assembly)16. Chute and Control Cable Assembly Hardware Package (Stored inside Plastic Keg)ASSEMBLY61. Remove all parts and hardware packages from the carton. Lay out parts and hardware and identify using the illustrations on pages 4 and : Not all of the supplied parts and hardware will be needed for your particular tractor.

10 Unneeded items may be discarded after you have completed OF PARTS FROM CARTON(2) 7/16" Wrenches(2) 1/2" Wrenches(2) 9/16" Wrenches(2) 3/4" Wrenches(1) Knife ADDITIONAL ITEMS REQUIRED General Purpose GreaseTOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLYITEMS REMOVED FROM TRACTOR1. Store all tractor parts that you remove and do not need to re-use to assemble the snow PREPARATIONB efore performing these instructions, refer to the Service and Adjustments section of your tractor owner's manual for specifi c safety Allow engine, muffl er and exhaust defl ector to cool before Remove any front or rear attachment which is mounted to your the mower deck. Refer to your tractor owner's manual for removal instructions. Mark all loose parts and save for Remove the tractor hood and grill assembly. Refer to your tractor owner's manual for removal : Before startingtoassemble the snow THROWER , remove the spark plug wire(s), set the parking brake and remove the key from the tractor ignition.