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M-B ZTB Operator And Parts Manual - Introduction

Manual is about: Zero Turn Snowblower

Summary of ZTB

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    M-b companies, inc. 1615 wisconsin ave. P. O. Box 200 new holstein, wi 53061-0200 (920) 898-1560 or 800-558-5800 fax: (920) 898-4588 operator’s and parts manual model ztb zero turn snowblower publication: ztb-080112 11/14/12 q q u u a a l l i i t t y y y y o o u u c c a a n n s s e e e e , , p p e e...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Publication: ztb-080112 m-b companies, inc. 11/14/12 table of contents introduction ..............................................................................................................3 operator’s manual .........................................................................................

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Publication: ztb-080112 m-b companies, inc. 11/14/12 table of contents parts list ...................................................................................................................20 snowblower ribbon .....................................................................................

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    3 publication: ztb-080112 m-b companies, inc. 11/14/12 introduction operator’s manual you must read, understand and comply with all the safety and operating instructions in this manual before attempting to set-up and operate your unit. Failure to comply with the safety and operating instructions can...

  • Page 6: Safety

    4 publication: ztb-080112 m-b companies, inc. 11/14/12 4 safety safety alerts signal words and alert symbols notify of important safety precautions. Danger! Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in serious injury or death. Warning! Indicates a hazardous situation which, ...

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    5 publication: ztb-080112 m-b companies, inc. 11/14/12 5 safety operation guidelines read, understand and follow all instructions in the manual and on the unit before starting. • to avoid serious injury or death, do not modify equipment. Any modifications made to equipment can be dangerous and can v...

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    6 publication: ztb-080112 m-b companies, inc. 11/14/12 6 safety slope operation warning! Never operate on slopes greater than 17.6 percent (10°), which is a rise of 3-1/2 feet (106 cm) vertically in 20 feet (607 cm) horizontally. When operating on slopes use additional wheel weights or counterweight...

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    7 publication: ztb-080112 m-b companies, inc. 11/14/12 7 safety ansi b71.3-1995 warnings training 1. Read the operating and service instruction manual carefully. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment. Know how to stop the unit and disengage the controls quickly...

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    8 publication: ztb-080112 m-b companies, inc. 11/14/12 introduction controls and features the snowblower will discharge snow forward or to either side depending on the position angle of the discharge chute. If the chute adjustment is manual: 1. Use the chute rotation control rod to position the disc...

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    9 publication: ztb-080112 m-b companies, inc. 11/14/12 introduction assembly the ztb zero turn snowblower is designed to be used with the zero turn tractor. Do no make any modifications to the attachment, the mounting frame or associated hardware. Any modifications may void the equipment warranty. P...

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    10 publication: ztb-080112 m-b companies, inc. 11/14/12 introduction assembly 2. Mount the snowblower head. A. Position the snowblower head to line up with the atttachment mount. The v-belt should be kept clear of the contact areas. B. Lower the attachment mount to it's lowest level. C. Move the tra...

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    11 publication: ztb-080112 m-b companies, inc. 11/14/12 introduction assembly to assemble the discharge chute manual (standard) a. Place the glide ring on top of the mounting flange. Line up the bolt holes. B. Place the discharge chute on top of the glide ring. The teeth in the plate will mesh with ...

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    12 publication: ztb-080112 m-b companies, inc. 11/14/12 introduction assembly electric (optional) a. Place the glide ring on top of the mounting flange. Line up the bolt holes. B. Place the discharge chute on top of the glide ring. The teeth in the plate will not contact the electric drive. Rotate t...

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    13 publication: ztb-080112 m-b companies, inc. 11/14/12 introduction operation checks before each start-up 1. Make sure all safety guards are in place and all nuts, bolts and clips are secure. 2. Check the engine oil level. See your engine owner’s manual for procedure and specifications. 3. Check th...

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    14 publication: ztb-080112 m-b companies, inc. 11/14/12 introduction adjustment and service scraper height adjustment the height of the scraper blade (cutting edge) will determine the quality of snow removal. The scraper blade mounting position is fixed and cannot be adjusted. The position of the sk...

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    15 publication: ztb-080112 m-b companies, inc. 11/14/12 introduction adjustment and service remove ribbon and gearbox the two ribbons and gearbox are held in place with two shafts on the ends and a bracket on the top of the gearbox. Warning! When making repairs or adjustments on the snowblower, the ...

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    16 publication: ztb-080112 m-b companies, inc. 11/14/12 introduction maintenance maintenance schedule maintenance required service interval notes clean and lubricate discharge chute glide ring annually - more often if needed use spray grease change oil in gear case annually - more often if needed.

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    17 publication: ztb-080112 m-b companies, inc. 11/14/12 introduction storage temporary storage (30 days or less) here is a checklist of things to do when storing your unit temporarily or in between uses: • properly clean the unit before storage and remove snow, dirt, debris, salt, etc. To extend pai...

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    18 publication: ztb-080112 m-b companies, inc. 11/14/12 introduction troubleshooting trouble possible cause remedy ribbon does not rotate. 1. Drive belt is slipping. 2. Shear bolt is broken. 3. Engine clutch not engaging. 1. Check belt-tighten or replace. 2. Check for jam up in ribbon and impeller. ...

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    19 publication: ztb-080112 m-b companies, inc. 11/14/12 introduction service parts please have your serial number (s/n) ready when contacting m-b co. Or an authorized dealer for replacement parts or service information. M-b co. Website: www.M-bco.Com 1615 wisconsin ave. Email: sales@m-bco.Com p.O. B...

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    20 publication: ztb-080112 m-b companies, inc. 11/14/12 introduction parts list 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 5 6 8 8 8 5 snowblower ribbon item part number description qty 1 501-160695 gearboc, reducer, zsb 1 2 311-21000 hhcs .31-18 unc x 1.000 8 3 311-21250 hhcs .31-18 unc x 1.250 4 4 ...

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    21 publication: ztb-080112 m-b companies, inc. 11/14/12 introduction parts list for manual rotation for electric rotation 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 4 5 snowblower chute item part number description qty 1 310-11000 hhcs .25-20 unc x 1.000 2 2 311-10750 hhcs .25-20 unc x 0.750 2 3 311-215...

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    22 publication: ztb-080112 m-b companies, inc. 11/14/12 introduction parts list 1 2 3 4 7 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 6 8 5 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 15 6 snowblower body.

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    23 publication: ztb-080112 m-b companies, inc. 11/14/12 introduction parts list snowblower body item part number description qty 1 311-10750 hhcs .25-20 unc x 0.750 4 2 311-22250 hhcs .31-18 unc x 2.250 1 3 311-31000 hhcs 3/8-16 unc x 1.000 4 4 311-52000 hhcs .50-13 unc x 2.000 4 5 341-10000 washer,...

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    24 publication: ztb-080112 m-b companies, inc. 11/14/12 introduction parts list decals item part number description qty 1 390-118356 decal, grease point 1 2 390-118349 decal, danger, no riders 1 3 390-118351 decal, caution, read operator’s manual 1 4 390-118352 decal, warning, moving parts hazard 2 ...

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    25 publication: ztb-080112 m-b companies, inc. 11/14/12 introduction fastener torque recommendation torque for standard fasteners nominal dia. Threads per inch tightening torque tightening torque tightening torque tightening torque lubed dry plated dry plain lubed dry plated dry plain lubed dry plat...

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    26 publication: ztb-080112 m-b companies, inc. 11/14/12 introduction fastener torque recommendation torque-tension relationship for metric fasteners nominal dia. Pitch tightening torque tightening torque tightening torque tightening torque lubed dry plated dry plain lubed dry plated dry plain lubed ...

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    M-b companies, inc. 11/14/12 limited warranty limited warranty: subject to the limitations set forth herein, m-b companies, inc. (“m -b”) warrants its products to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of twelve (12) months from the date of delivery of the product to its origi...

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    M-b companies, inc. 1615 wisconsin ave. P. O. Box 200 new holstein, wi 53061-0200 (920) 898-1560 or 800-558-5800 fax: (920) 898-4588.