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LOFTNESS 48IL, Operator'S Manual / Parts Book

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SNOWBLOWER 

 

48IL      541L      601L      661L      721L      781L 

 

OPERATOR’S  MANUAL 

                & PARTS BOOK (2001 & 2002) 

 
 

 

MODEL NUMBER: _________________ 

SERIAL NUMBER: _________________ 

DATE OF PURCHASE: _____________ 

 

                                                                                                    
                                                                                                   SPECIALIZED 
                                                                                                   EQUIPMENT, INC. 

 

650 So. Main Street -  PO Box 337 - Hector, MN 55342 

Business Phone: 320-848-6266    *    Fax:  320-848-6269    *    Toll Free: 1-800-828-7624

 

 

N14815  1/01 

 

 

Summary of Contents for 48IL

Page 1: ...S BOOK 2001 2002 MODEL NUMBER _________________ SERIAL NUMBER _________________ DATE OF PURCHASE _____________ SPECIALIZED EQUIPMENT INC 650 So Main Street PO Box 337 Hector MN 55342 Business Phone 320 848 6266 Fax 320 848 6269 Toll Free 1 800 828 7624 N14815 1 01 ...

Page 2: ...achine rated capacity WARRANTY REQUIREMENTS Warranty registration form must be filled out and returned to Loftness Specialized Equipment Inc to validate all future warranty claims WARRANTY CLAIMS To receive a warranty claim a return authorization from LOFTNESS must be obtained The failed part may then be returned in an untampered status This warranty does not include freight or delivery charges in...

Page 3: ...afety Page Safety Instructions 1 Safety Instructions for Operation 2 Section 2 Operating Equipment Set up 5 Operating Instructions 7 Section 3 Maintenance Maintenance 9 Lubrication 9 Trouble Shooting 10 Storage 11 Bolt Torque Chart 12 Section 4 Service Parts Ordering Service Parts 14 Return Policy 14 Decal List 15 ...

Page 4: ...aws and in compliance with on product labeling and these instructions Make sure that all personnel have read this owner s manual and thoroughly understand safe and correct operating installation and maintenance procedures Provide impact resistant shielding on the power unit to protect the operator from the possible dangers of flying debris Make sure the snowblower is set up correctly before being ...

Page 5: ...Section 1 Safety ...

Page 6: ...YEWEAR IS ABSOLUTELY MANDATORY for operator and others in the work area Due to the possible danger of flying debris it is ABSOLUTELY MANDATORY that IMPACT RESISTANT SHIELDING be provided on the power unit to protect the operator The owner is responsible for providing the operator protection devices on the power unit ...

Page 7: ...which if not avoided could result in severe personal injury or death CAUTION black lettering on yellow back ground Refers to a potential hazard or unsafe practice which may result in minor personal injury The following safety information is a general overview of precautions that should be adhered to 1 Read this manual carefully Become thoroughly familiar with the controls and proper use of the mac...

Page 8: ...d with the snowblower located in section 5 of this manual Keep children spectators and other workers off and away from the machine while it is operating or engine is running Do not carry passengers Before inspecting cleaning lubricating adjusting or servicing any part of the snow blower always exercise the Mandatory Shut Down Procedure section 1 page 2 After service has been performed be sure to r...

Page 9: ...is Operate the snowblower only from the operator s seat Keep your feet on the pedals floor plates seat belt fastened snuggly and seat bar lowered if equipped when operating the snowblower Never operate the snowblower in a lifted position Work only on the surface that the loader is standing on Do not operate the snowblower above the rated rpm DANGER Before leaving the operator s position for any re...

Page 10: ...t to use hands to search for suspected oil leak If injured by escaping fluid consult a doctor at once Serious reaction or infection can occur if proper medical treatment is not obtained immediately WARNING Never operate the snowblower without guards shields plates or other safety precaution devices in place Shields are for your protection please keep all shields in place Do not operate on extremel...

Page 11: ...Section 2 Operating ...

Page 12: ...YEWEAR IS ABSOLUTELY MANDATORY for operator and others in the work area Due to the possible danger of flying debris it is ABSOLUTELY MANDATORY that IMPACT RESISTANT SHIELDING be provided on the power unit to protect the operator The owner is responsible for providing the operator protection devices on the power unit ...

Page 13: ...p washers catch the base ring install the remaining step washers shoulder bolts and lock nuts then tighten Figure 3 4 Rotate the spout by hand to check for binding re adjust the bolts if binding occurs as the spout should rotate freely 5 Attach the spout rotator controls onto the bracket as shown below figures 4 5 or 6 The standard hand crank control figure 4 will use 4 3 8 bolts flat washers lock...

Page 14: ... selector switch in a convenient location near the operator 2 Select an appropriate 12 volt power source that will supply 10 amp s continuously 3 Install a 20 amp inline fuse to the power source 4 Connect a red 14 ga wire from the outlet of the fuse to the 2 way selector switch terminal figure 7 Avoid hot or moving parts when routing wires 5 Locate the main ground wire from the battery Install a b...

Page 15: ...e SAE 90 gear oil and should be checked regularly Warranty will not be allowed when it is evident that gears were run dry Operator should not raise and lower blower under heavy loads to gain traction Adjust the blower skid shoes so the cutting blade is about 1 2 above the ground for best results Do not use the snowblower as a bulldozer to push snow let the blower work its way through the snow Wet ...

Page 16: ...ewalk or driveway Start on one side of the area that needs to be cleaned set chute in the direction required to discharge the snow and proceed At the end of the first pass stop turn the machine around rotate the chute 180 degrees for the return pass Completion of each pass will require rotating the chute 180 degrees to maintain the direction of discharge to be towards the same area Diagram B ...

Page 17: ...Section 3 Maintenance ...

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Page 19: ...iveline and components on these snowblowers are set up to run at 540 or 1000 RPM with shear bolts placed at the appropriate connections to protect the equipment if it becomes clogged and can not run Refer to figure 7 items 1 2 for location of shear bolts Figure 7 Lubrication Never attempt to lubricate the snowblower with the engine running Always be sure to exercise the Mandatory Shut down Procedu...

Page 20: ...Internally Hydraulic Hose Check to make sure they are connected into the correct outlet Connection ports on the spool valve Spout Will Frozen Snow Snow or ice has become compacted on spout rotator gear Not Rotate remove as required and clean after each use to avoid freezing Gear Alignment Spout rotator gear and drive sprocket have become misaligned Realign per instructions given on page 6 7 in sec...

Page 21: ... clean the snowblower especially in areas of drive chain fan spout and auger where it could become frozen or rusted together and cause damage when unit is used next time Be sure to exercise the Mandatory Shut down Procedure section 1 page 2 before attempting any type of cleaning or maintenance Repair or replace worn parts Coat moving parts and high wear areas with oil especially the chains and lub...

Page 22: ...4 55 6 2 72 8 1 86 9 7 112 13 121 14 157 18 61 6 9 86 9 8 5 16 115 13 149 17 178 20 229 26 250 28 324 37 125 14 176 20 3 8 17 23 22 30 26 35 34 46 37 50 48 65 19 26 26 35 7 16 27 37 35 47 42 57 54 73 59 80 77 104 30 41 42 57 1 2 42 57 54 73 64 87 83 113 91 123 117 159 45 61 64 88 9 16 60 81 77 104 92 125 120 163 130 176 169 229 65 88 92 125 5 8 83 112 107 145 128 174 165 224 180 244 233 316 90 122...

Page 23: ...d Plated Plated Bolt Silver Gold Silver Gold Silver Gold M4 15 107 19 2 2 23 2 6 30 3 4 33 3 7 42 4 8 16 1 8 M6 51 5 8 67 7 6 79 8 9 102 12 115 13 150 17 56 6 3 M8 124 14 159 18 195 22 248 28 274 31 354 40 133 15 M10 21 28 27 36 32 43 41 56 45 61 58 79 22 30 M12 36 49 46 63 55 750 72 97 79 107 102 138 39 53 M16 89 121 117 158 137 186 177 240 196 266 254 344 97 131 M20 175 237 226 307 277 375 358 4...

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Page 27: ...hether freight express parcel or other handling is desired Confirm telephone orders in writing 2 Inspection of parts when received is important Damages or shortages should be brought to the attention of the carrier at the time the parts are accepted Shipper s responsibilities cease upon delivery of shipment in good order to the customer Return Policy Return of parts for either warranty or incorrec...

Page 28: ...rawing on page 16 for placement of below listed decals 4133 Loftness Large Black 1 required 4190 Danger Avoid Injury 2 required 4134 Loftness Small black 1 required 4191 Danger Keep Hands Away 2 required 4136 Oil 1 required 4256 Caution Do Not Start 1 required 4137 Grease 2 required 4257 Caution Keep Guards 1 required 4138 F E M A 1 required 4260 Loftness Large White 1 required 4144 Metal Loftness...

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