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 Assembly & initial set-up 

 

 

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Un-hook driveline from tractor PTO shaft and pull outer 
and inner drivelines apart.  

Reattach outer driveline to tractor PTO shaft. Pull on 
inner and outer drivelines to be sure universal joints are 
properly secured.  

Hold inner and outer drivelines parallel to each other:  

Make sure dimension “D” is at least 1”.

 

If needed: 

a. Mark driveli

nes halves at the correct length (“C”) to 

cut. 
b. Remove drivelines halves from tractor and gearbox 
shafts.  
c. Remove the driveline guards.  
d. 

Cut the “inner and outer drivelive  tubes” off the same 

required length (distance C).  
e. Deburr edges of the drive tubes that were cut with a 
file and remove all filings from the tubes. 
f. 

Cut the “inner and outer drivelive  guards” off the same 

required length (“C”)

.

 

 

A.

 

Grease the internal driveshaft tube. 

 

B.

 

Reinstall the guards. 

Assembly options 

Please see your dealer for a complete list of updated 
options.  

Extended wings kit w/ snow drift 
cutters 

Please see instructions included in the kit.  

Snow drift cutters kit 

Please see instructions included in the kit.  

Initial set-up 

Please see adjustment section for the entire settings and 
make sure the validation of the PTO drive shaft have 
been made (see section assembly and initial setup).  

Summary of Contents for 700980-1BER

Page 1: ...l snowblower 64 72 3 point hitch Model number 700980 1BER 64 snowblower 700981 1BER 72 snowblower 700981BER OWNER S MANUAL ASSEMBLY REPAIR PARTS OPERATION MAINTENANCE CAUTION READ FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING YOUR EQUIPMENT ...

Page 2: ... 16 Operating instructions 16 Pre start instructions 16 Vehicle shutdown procedures 16 Hooking Up the accessory 16 Unhooking the accessory 16 To direct the snow when removing 16 Snow removal 16 Clean a blockage 17 Adjustments 18 Parking stand on the snowblower 18 Lower the parking stand 18 Raising the parking stand 18 Chute deflector 18 Chute Rotation 19 Skid Shoe adjustment 19 Troubleshooting 20 ...

Page 3: ...ve you prompt efficient service when ordering replacement parts Use only genuine parts when replacements are required If applicable the location of the serial number on the accessory is shown in the parts breakdown part list section of this manual SERIAL NUMBER ___________________________ MODEL NUMBER _____________________ PURCHASE DATE __________________________ If warranty repairs are required p...

Page 4: ... Decals section read all instructions noted on them or and in the Safety Decals section Never allow children to operate the vehicle nor the accessory Never allow adults to operate or maintain the vehicle nor the accessory without proper instructions Local regulations restrict the age of the operator Children are often attracted to accessories Never assume children will stay in place where you have...

Page 5: ...r driven parts Exercise extreme caution when operating on or crossing gravel drives walks or roads Stay alert for hidden hazards such as traffic fences trees buildings wires etc After striking a foreign object stop the engine motor disconnect the wire from the spark plug s and keep wire away to prevent accidental starting Thoroughly inspect the accessory for any damage and repair damage before res...

Page 6: ...es stand on one side NOT in front or over the tire assembly Use a safety cage if available Remove grease oil or debris build ups Remove all tools and unused parts from equipment before operation Disconnect battery ground cable before servicing or adjusting electrical systems or before welding on implement Replace parts on this accessory with genuine part only Understands maintenance and adjustment...

Page 7: ...al Description 108550 To avoid serious injury or death Keep hands feet clothing away from rotating auger while the vehicle s engine is running Shut off engine and remain clear of the machine until all moving parts come to a complete stop 108553 To avoid serious injury Keep hands out of this discharge chute while the vehicle s engine is running Shut off engine and remain clear of the machine until ...

Page 8: ...thing away Do not operate without all driveline tractor and equipment shields in place or without the drivelines securely attached at both ends 108557 To avoid serious injury or death from thrown objects Keep people away from the discharge area during operation and keep others away ...

Page 9: ...m the wooden box 2 Disassemble the wooden box 3 Unbolt the accessory by removing all fasteners that hold it in place in the wooden box 4 Using a winch forklift or other lifting device attach a chain to the snowblower at location A 5 Lift the snowblower off the base of the wooden box 6 Lower the snowblower 7 Remove chain from the winch 8 Proceed to the installation of the chute see assembly section...

Page 10: ... removing the hair pin item 2 Install the drive shaft by following the instructions mentioned below After installing the drive shaft put the guard back in place and secure it with the hair pin PTO drive shaft installation Install the PTO driveshaft item 1 on the snowblower input shaft item 2 Then install the two bolts M12 x 1 25 x 70 Grade 8 8 item 3 and nuts item 4 NOTE If the length of the PTO d...

Page 11: ...e the installation meets these requirements Check Driveline recommended overlap More than one driveline may be required to fit all applications The driveline telescoping tubes must always overlap by at least 1 2 of their length in normal condition and at least 1 3 of their length in all working conditions Record following dimensions L _______ L 2 _______ D _______ If D is bigger than L 2 A longer ...

Page 12: ...nd outer drivelive tubes off the same required length distance C e Deburr edges of the drive tubes that were cut with a file and remove all filings from the tubes f Cut the inner and outer drivelive guards off the same required length C A Grease the internal driveshaft tube B Reinstall the guards Assembly options Please see your dealer for a complete list of updated options Extended wings kit w sn...

Page 13: ...ccessory hardware see figure for more details item 2 C If applicable align driveline properly to avoid interferences D Slowly back tractor up to the accessory while using the tractor s 3 point hydraulic control to align lower 3 point arm holes with accessory lower arm mount location item A E Engage parking brake or set transmission in park shut tractor engine off and remove key before dismounting ...

Page 14: ... for the snowblower s chute rotation to the vehicle s hydraulic system item 2 Read all important following information on this page before proceeding to the installation of the hoses Purging hydraulic system Hydraulic components on the accessory can contain air The air needs to be purged from component A Raise the accessory 6 off the ground B Activate the hydraulic control to cycle all possible mo...

Page 15: ... movement of the accessory or tractor or the lifting device on the vehicle If the contact is with an equipment that can be removed remove it Always follow the instruction from your vehicle and any other accessory manufacturer to make sure you can remove this equipment Leveling the accessory To level from side to side manually adjust one of the two lower lift arms up or down to level the blade from...

Page 16: ...emove all hardware that connect 3pt lower arm hitch to the accessory see Hooking up section for part identification C Move tractor lower arm and top link away then put back the hardware on all hitch location on the accessory see Hooking up section for part identification D Check the stability of the accessory to make sure the unit will not tip easily in any direction forward backward If required a...

Page 17: ...ime Check hitch fit up frequently An improper fit up can result in the accessory detaching from the vehicle It is the operator responsibility to make sure nobody is in the working area before performing any work or any movement with the vehicle and accessory If applicable stop loader arms gradually when lowering or lifting WARNING To avoid serious injury or death Counterweight may be required Refe...

Page 18: ... this manual To direct the snow when removing Use the chute controls to direct the snow see subsection control and display of the operation section To direct snow at the projection distance adjust the chute deflector see adjustments section The more the deflector is open the greater the distance will be To direct the location of the projection use the control of the rotation of the chute see subse...

Page 19: ...e discharge chute Do not attempt to clear plugged chute auger or fan of snow while the snowblower s engine is running Disengage snowblower Lower snowblower to the ground and set parking brake SHUT THE ENGINE OFF REMOVE KEY Wait 10 seconds to be sure that all moving parts such as the impeller blades have stopped moving Always use a cleaning tool a wooden stick a minimum of 3 feet long or the chute ...

Page 20: ...he vehicle in the operation section C Remove the lock pin item 1 then lower the parking stand item 2 and reinstall the lock pin at the indicated place D Lower the snowblower to the ground Raising the parking stand IMPORTANT when in operation or when the snowblower shaft is installed on the tractor the parking stand must always be raised E Raise the snowblower 2 from the ground F Stop the vehicle s...

Page 21: ... display Skid Shoe adjustment PAVED SURFACE Adjust skid shoes to allow 3 16 to 1 4 or 5mm to 7mm clearance A between cutting edge and surface UNEVEN OR GRAVEL SURFACE Adjust skid shoes to allow 1 2 to 5 8 or 13mm to 16mm clearance A between cutting edge and surface ...

Page 22: ...t Adjust using the higher link of the 3 point hitch linkage attachment Snowblower stopped turning Damaged drive shaft or shear bolt is broken Replace drive shaft or replace shear bolt for identification see Parts List Snowblower Also see Maintenance section Chute rotation is difficult Dirt or ice may be underneath chute Clean the base of chute the rotation ring Dirt in the oil Clean oil The base o...

Page 23: ...wer so they may better support the snowblower Snowblower does not raise evenly Uneven tire pressure from one side to another or 3 points hitch badly adjusted Refer to the vehicle s owner manual for tire pressure Check and adjust tractor tire pressure Tire pressure must be even on both sides of vehicle ...

Page 24: ...hours using multipurpose grease 1zerk Oil chute base Greasable bearings Grease every 10 hours of use the cross of the drive shaft with multipurpose grease 2 zerk After first 100hours Gearbox change oil 1 year or 600 hour whichever comes first Gearbox change oil Year Check the oil level of the gearbox Cutting edge maintenance Check the scraper bar wear from time to time to make sure you do not use ...

Page 25: ...e of any other shear bolt will not ensure any protection and may void the warranty A Unscrew the guard and rotate it B Replace the desired shear bolt C Replace the guard Chain adjustment Turn the adjustment bolt item 1 taking care to hold the nut item 2 with a wrench clockwise to add tension to the chain and counter clockwise to remove it NOTE It is important that the chain is adjusted as shown to...

Page 26: ...accessory will not overturn Transportation WARNING To avoid serious injury or death When travelling on public roads use SMV sign clean reflectors and any other device to alert others of your presence Always comply with all federal state provincial and local laws A If applicable always disengage tractor PTO before raising accessory to transport position B Make sure that any part of the accessory do...

Page 27: ...700980BER 700981BER Width 64 72 Height without chute 28 1 2 28 1 2 Height chute lowered 49 1 8 49 1 8 Height chute raised 58 3 4 58 3 4 Depth overall 44 44 Weight 525 lbs approx 588 lbs approx Vehicle Compact tractor Compact tractor Power range 18 40 hp 25 40 hp ...

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Page 44: ...d 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 s...

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Page 48: ...WHEN PERFORMANCE DEPENDABILITY ARE NON NEGOTIABLE Bercomac Limitée 92 Fortin North Adstock Quebec Canada G0N 1S0 WWW BERCOMAC COM PRINTED IN CANADA ORIGINALNOTICE BY ...

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