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OWNER’S MANUAL MODEL NUMBER 700279-3 700280-1 BERCO Subframe & Drive Mechanism JOHN DEERE LT SERIES Tractors * ASSEMBLY * REPAIR PARTS * OPERATION * MAINTENANCE CAUTION: READ & FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES & INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING YOUR EQUIPMENT G-03 103868...
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NOTE: All warranty work must be performed by an authorized dealer using original (manufacturer) replacement parts. Note: Bercomac reserves the right to change or improve the design of any part or accessory without assuming any obligation to modify any product previously manufactured. Instructions for Obtaining Warranty Services: Contact dealer where equipment was purchased or any other BERCOMAC Service Dealer to arrange service at their dealership.
INTRODUCTION TO THE PURCHASER This new attachment was carefully designed to give years of dependable service. This manual has been provided to assist in the safe operation and servicing of your attachment. NOTE: All photographs and illustrations in the manual may not necessarily depict the actual models or attachment, but are intended for reference only and are based on the latest product information available at the time of publication.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Careful operation is your best insurance against an accident. Read this section carefully before operating the tractor and attachment. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury. All operators, no matter how experienced they may be, should read this and other manuals related to the tractor and attachments before operating.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 4. Use only attachments approved manufacturer (such wheel chains, WHENEVER YOU SEE THIS SYMBOL WHENEVER YOU SEE THIS SYMBOL counterweights, cabs). You must use 100 lbs. of rear counterweight for better traction and a greater stability at all times when using an attachment that is installed on the front of a tractor.
ASSEMBLY STEP 1 SUBFRAME INSTALLATION: IMPORTANT: TORQUE ALL BOLTS ACCORDING TO TORQUE SPECIFICATION TABLE (SEE TABLE CONTENTS) WHEN STATED: TIGHTEN FIRMLY. REFER PARTS BREAKDOWN SECTION FOR PARTS IDENTIFICATION. NOTE: You can install this subframe with or without the mower on tractor. However, on certain models the lift height of the mower deck will be reduced.
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ASSEMBLY Slide the nylon bushing (item 1) flange first, down the lift arm (item 2) to the fork (item 5). Slide the right rear support (item 3) down the lift arm, and onto the nylon bushing. Install the handgrip (item 4) on the lift arm. Install support on lift arm Install the right rear support assembly with the arm lift (items 1 &...
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ASSEMBLY Install the push bar (item 1) by inserting it in the sleeve (item 2) welded on the pivot support (item 3). Install the other end in the fork (item 4) with a pin (item 5) the head toward the outside and with a 2.5 mm hair pin (item 6).
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ASSEMBLY STEP 2 DRIVE MECHANISM INSTALLATION: NOTE: Remove the mower deck to install the drive mechanism. Make sure to remember where the end of the clutch rod is connected to the tractor, because you must reconnect the rod in the same place when you install the drive mechanism or mower.
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ASSEMBLY Install the drive mechanism under the tractor by hooking the slotted part on the tractor’s lift mechanism crossbar (item 1). Attach the front end to the rear support (item 2) with two pins (item 3), the heads towards the inside. Secure with a 2.5 mm.
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ASSEMBLY STEP 3 WARNING SNOWBLOWER INSTALLATION: Refer to Snowblower owner’s manual, parts breakdown TO PREVENT INJURIES: section for parts identification. Stop the motor. Apply parking brake. WARNING Remove the ignition key. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug(s) and FOR YOUR SECURITY: keep away from spark plug(s) to prevent accidental Read the Snowblower’s owner's manual for starting.
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ASSEMBLY VERIFY BELT ROUTING: -Lower the snowblower to the ground and let it run for a few seconds under supervision. -Disengage the snowblower and stop the engine. -Remove the belt guard. -Check the belts to make sure they are well inserted on the pulleys and have not flipped on their sides in the pulleys and that they do not touch the belt guides.
ASSEMBLY ROTARY BROOM INSTALLATION: WARNING Refer to Rotary Broom owner’s manual, parts breakdown section for parts identification. TO PREVENT INJURIES: Stop the motor. WARNING Apply parking brake. Remove the ignition key. FOR YOUR SECURITY: Disconnect the wire from the spark plug(s) and Read the Rotary Broom owner's manual for keep away from spark plug(s) to prevent accidental safety precautions and rules.
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ASSEMBLY Insert handgrip on the handle. Insert the handle (item 1) through the support (item 2) as shown. Install the handle on the control rod (item 3) as shown and secure with a 2.5 mm. hair pin (item 4. Install handle VERIFY TIRE PRESSURE: Attachments should raise 3"...
ASSEMBLY UTILITY BLADE INSTALLATION: Refer to Utility Blade owner’s manual, parts breakdown section for parts identification. WARNING FOR YOUR SECURITY: Read the Utility Blade owner's manual for safety precautions and rules. Follow the assembly and operation instructions. Attach the blade to the subframe as shown. Make sure the blade is pushed in until locked into place by the springs (item 1).
MAINTENANCE & DISMOUNTING MAINTENANCE BELT REPLACEMENT Drive Mechanism Belt: a) Check mounting bolts at frequent intervals for proper tightness to be sure equipment is in safe Before proceeding with this step, notice carefully how working condition. the belt guide is installed to avoid damage to the belt. b) Apply oil at all pivot points.
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PARTS BREAKDOWN / NOMENCLATURE DES PIÈCES SUBFRAME / SOUS-CHÂSSIS...
PARTS LIST / LISTE DES PIÈCES Ref. Qty. Part # English description Description française Réf. Qté. Pièce # 1 Right rear support Support arrière droit 103472 2 Left rear support Support arrière gauche 102984 3 Left front support Support avant gauche 102985 4 Lift arm Bras de relevage...
PARTS BREAKDOWN / NOMENCLATURE DES PIÈCES DRIVE MECHANISM / MÉCANISME D’ENTRAÎNEMENT...
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PARTS LIST / LISTE DES PIÈCES Ref. Qty. Part # English description Description française Réf. Qté. Pièce # 1 Drive frame Châssis d'entraînement 102990 2 Idler arm Bras de tension 102991 3 Tension bar Barre de tension 102992 4 Tension link Lien de tension 102993 5 Belt guide...
TORQUE SPECIFICATION TABLE GENERAL TORQUE SPECIFICATION TABLE USE THE FOLLOWING TORQUES WHEN SPECIAL TORQUES ARE NOT GIVEN NOTE: These values apply to fasteners as received from supplier, dry or when lubricated with normal oil. They do not apply if special graphited or moly disulphide greases or other extreme pressure lubricants are used. This applies to both UNF and UNC threads.
ATTACHMENTS SNOWBLOWER ROTARY TILLER #700312 #700210 40" #700211 44" Mounts to the rear of lawn & garden UTILITY BLADE #700266 #700255 40’’ tractors 14 to 25 HP. Comes complete #700300 48’’ with drive & manual lift mechanisms Mounts on the same subframe as the Fits on same subframe as rotary &...