Berco Versatile Plus 48'' 700580-1 User manual

CAUTION:

READ & FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES & INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE

OPERATING YOUR EQUIPMENT

BERCO

Versatile Plus 48’’ & 54” Snowblower

for

ALL TERRAIN VEHICLES & UTILITY VEHICLES

and

Prestige 54’

for

ALL TERRAIN VEHICLES

M-11

* ASSEMBLY * REPAIR PARTS

* OPERATION * MAINTENANCE

*106180*

OWNER’S MANUAL

(Original version)

Model Number

700580-1

700582-1

700360-10

106617_en

LIMITED WARRANTY

Revised 09-28-2011

Conditions and Products Covered:

BERCOMAC guarantees any part of the product or accessory

manufactured by BERCOMAC and found in the reasonable

judgment of BERCOMAC to be defective in material and or

workmanship will be repaired or replaced, at its option, by an

authorized dealer without charge up to our maximum labor rates

and pre-established times. For replacement parts only standard

ground freight services are covered. This warranty applies to

the products bought and used in North America.

Warranty Period

(from date of the original retail purchase)

Residential use: 1 year

Semi-commercial, professional or rental use: 90 days

Exceptions Noted Below; Despite the fact that the following

items are considered wear parts, they have a different

coverage condition and limited time:

Tire Chains:

90 days, residential use

No warranty for semi-commercial, professional or

rental use

Engines: Will vary as per the manufacturer

Please refer to the engine manufacturer’s warranty

statement included with the unit. BERCOMAC is not

authorized to handle warranty adjustments on engines.

Items and Conditions NOT Covered:

This warranty does not cover the following:

Pick-up or delivery charges or in-home services fees.

Any damage or deterioration of the unit, parts and or finish

of these due to normal use, wear and tear, or exposure.

Cost of regular use or maintenance service or parts, such as

gas, oil, lubricants, tune-up parts, and adjustments.

Any part or accessory which has been altered, modified,

misused, neglected, accidentally damaged or not properly

installed, improperly maintained, vandalism, theft, fire, water

or damage because of other peril or natural disasters,

stored or repaired not in accordance with the instructions in

the owner’s manual.

Repair due to normal wear and or any wear items include

but are not limited to items, such as shear pins, bolts, belts,

winch cable, cutting edge, skid shoes, etc.

Expedited freight fee services for replacement parts.

Shear bolts and shear pins are to be considered as a

preventive measure not as an assured protection, any

damages resulting from the lack of shear bolts breakage are

not covered.

Damages due to product being installed on vehicle other

than stipulated in the owner’s manual.

NOTE: All warranty work must be performed by an

authorized BERCO dealer using original (manufacturer)

replacement parts.

Owner’s Responsibilities:

BERCO’s defective equipment or part must be returned to an

authorized BERCO 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 either BERCOMAC or KIMPEX

must be obtained 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 service the unit as specified in the owner’s

manual or to have the unit serviced at their dealer at their

expense.

General Conditions:

The sole liability of BERCOMAC with respect to this warranty

shall be strictly and exclusively repair and replacement as

mentioned herein. BERCOMAC shall not have any liability for

any other costs, loss or damage, including but not limited to,

any incidental or consequential loss or damage.

Taking advantage of the warranty does not in any way extend

the length or renewal of the warranty.

In particular, without being limited to, BERCOMAC shall have

no liability or responsibility for:

Travel time, overtime, after hour time or other extraordinary

repair charges or relating to repairs and or replacements

outside of normal business hours.

Rental of like or similar replacement equipment during the

period of any, repair or replacement work.

Any communicating or travel charges.

Loss or damage to person or property other than that

covered by the terms of this warranty.

Any claims for lost revenue, lost profit or any similar costs

as a result of damage or repair.

Attorney’s fees.

BERCOMAC’s responsibility in respect to claims is limited to

making the required repairs or replacement without charge up

to our maximum labour rates and pre-established times and

no claim of breach of warranty shall be cause for cancellation

or rescission of the contract of sale of any product or

accessory. In no event shall recovery of any kind be greater

than the amount of the purchase price of the product sold.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also

have other rights, which vary from country to country.

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 the BERCO dealer where equipment was purchased or any other authorized service dealer to arrange service at

their dealership. Requests for warranty claims must be carried out through the same distribution network used to

purchase the product. Don’t forget to bring your proof of purchase (sales receipt) to the authorized dealer.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION ...................................................................................................................................................... 2

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ........................................................................................................................................ 3

SAFETY DECALS .................................................................................................................................................... 5

ASSEMBLY

Tools Required ............................................................................................................................................ 6

Installing the Chute ...................................................................................................................................... 7

Installing the Snowblower Drive System .................................................................................................... 7

Adjusting the Height of the Engine Support .............................................................................................. 8

Positioning the Engine ............................................................................................................................... 9

Installing the Guard .................................................................................................................................... 9

Installing the Electromagnetic Clutch ........................................................................................................ 10

Installing the Electrical Wiring .................................................................................................................... 11

Installing the Belt ........................................................................................................................................ 12

Vehicle Preparation .................................................................................................................................... 13

Preparing the Subframe ............................................................................................................................. 15

Installing on the Vehicle ............................................................................................................................. 17

OPERATION

Lifting and Lowering the Snowblower ....................................................................................................... 20

Snowblowing Technique ............................................................................................................................ 21

Adjusting the Pressure of the Subframe Tires on the Ground ............................................................... 21

Skid Shoe adjustment ................................................................................................................................ 21

MAINTENANCE

Engine Maintenance .................................................................................................................................. 22

Snowblower Maintenance ......................................................................................................................... 22

Clearing a Clogged Chute ......................................................................................................................... 22

Cutting Edge Maintenance ........................................................................................................................ 22

Lubrication ................................................................................................................................................... 23

Auger and Fan Shear Bolt Replacement ................................................................................................. 23

Belt Replacement ........................................................................................................................................ 24

Replacing the Augers, Fan and / or Gear Box ......................................................................................... 25

DISMOUNTING & STORAGE ................................................................................................................................. 26

TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................................................................................................. 27

PARTS BREAKDOWN AND PARTS LIST

48’’ Snowblower............................................................................................................................................ 29

54’’ Snowblower ........................................................................................................................................... 32

Chute ......................................................................................................................................................... 35

Subframe ..................................................................................................................................................... 37

Snowblower with Kohler 14Hp motor ........................................................................................................ 39

Snowblower with Kohler 20Hp motor ......................................................................................................... 41

Snowblower with Kohler 23Hp motor ........................................................................................................ 44

54’’ Prestige Snowblower 700360-10 ....................................................................................................... 47

Parts Explosive view .................................................................................................................................. 50

TORQUE SPECIFICATION TABLE ....................................................................................................................... 51

OPTIONS ......................................................................................................................................................... 53

PAGE

INTRODUCTION

TO THE PURCHASER

This new accessory 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.

Familiarize yourself fully with the safety recommendations and operating procedures before putting the machine to

use. Carefully read, understand and follow these recommendations and insist that they be followed by those who will

use this attachment.

THIS SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL IDENTIFIES AN IMPORTANT SAFETY MESSAGE IN THIS

MANUAL THAT HELPS YOU AND OTHERS AVOID PERSONAL INJURY OR EVEN DEATH.

DANGER, WARNING, AND CAUTION ARE SIGNAL WORDS USED TO IDENTIFY THE LEVEL OF

HAZARD. HOWEVER, REGARDLESS OF THE HAZARD, BE EXTREMELY CAREFUL.

DANGER: Signals an extreme hazard that will cause serious injury or death if recommended precautions

are not followed.

WARNING: Signals a hazard that may cause serious injury or death if the recommended precautions are

not followed.

CAUTION: Signals a hazard that may cause minor or moderate injury if the recommended precautions are

not followed.

Record your attachment serial number and purchase date in the section reserved below (there is no serial number on

the subframe). Your dealer requires this information to give you prompt, efficient service when ordering replacement

parts. Use only genuine parts when replacements are required.

If warranty repairs are required please present this registration booklet and original sales invoice to your selling dealer

for warranty service.

This manual should be kept for future reference.

Please check if you have received all the parts for your kit with the list of the

bag and the list of the box.

SERIAL NUMBER : ___________________________

(IF APPLICABLE)

MODEL NUMBER: ___________________________

PURCHASE DATE : ___________________________

O/L = Obtain Locally

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Careful operation is your best insurance against an accident. Read this section carefully before operating the vehicle

and accessory. This accessory is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. 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 vehicle and accessory before operating. It is the owner's legal

obligation to instruct all operators in safe operation of the accessory.

GLOSSARY:

In this manual, right and left sides are determined by

sitting on the seat of the vehicle facing forward.

In this manual, "accessories" means attachments

(snowblower, rotary broom, blade etc.) that you install

on the vehicle (lawn tractors, A.T.V. s etc).

TRAINING:

This symbol, "Safety Alert Symbol", is used

throughout this manual and on the

accessory’s safety labels to warn of the

possibility of serious injury. Please take

special care in reading and understanding

the safety precautions before operating the

vehicle and accessory.

1. Read this owner's manual carefully. Be thoroughly

familiar with the controls and proper use of the

vehicle and accessory. Know how to stop the unit

and disengage the controls quickly.

2. Never allow children to operate the vehicle nor the

accessory. Never allow adults to operate the vehicle

nor the accessory without proper instructions.

3. No one should operate the vehicle nor the

accessory while intoxicated or while taking

medication that impairs the senses or reactions.

4. Keep the area of operation clear of all people,

particularly small children and pets.

PREPARATION:

1. Thoroughly inspect the area where the accessory

is to be used and remove door mats, all foreign

objects and the like.

2. For motorized accessories, disengage all clutches

and shift into neutral before starting engine.

3. Do not operate the accessory without wearing

adequate winter outer garments. Avoid loose fitting

clothing that can get caught in moving parts. Wear

footwear that will improve footing on slippery

surfaces.

4. Handle fuel with care, it is highly flammable.

a) Use approved fuel container.

b) Never add fuel to a running engine or hot engine.

c) Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care. Never fill

fuel tank indoors.

d) Never fill containers inside a vehicle, or on a

truck or a trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always

place containers on the ground, away from your

vehicle, before filling.

e) When practical, remove gas-powered

equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it

on the ground. If this is not possible, then refuel

such equipment on a trailer with a portable

container, rather than from a gasoline

dispenser nozzle.

f) Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the

fuel tank or container opening at all times, until

refueling is complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-

open device.

g) Replace fuel cap securely and wipe up spilled

fuel.

h) If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing

immediately.

5. Never attempt to make any adjustments while the

engine (motor) is running (except when specifically

recommended by manufacturer).

6. Let the vehicle and accessory adjust to outdoor

temperatures before using.

7. Never use an accessory without proper guards,

plates, or other safety protective devices in place

8. Always make sure to wear the appropriate safety

equipment required (glasses, muffs, mask…) for

each type of product. See operation section.

9. Always make sure of having safe traction on the

vehicle by using the recommended accessories

(chains, A.T.V. tracks, counterweights…). See

operation section.

10. Always make sure the all components are correctly

installed. (driveline securely attached and locked at

both ends, belts properly installed…)

11. Always handle the winch cable with thick leather

gloves.

12. Never modify the accessory or any part without

the written consent from the manufacturer.

OPERATION:

1. Do not put hands or feet near, under or inside rotating

parts.

2. Exercise extreme caution when operating on or

crossing gravel drives, walks or roads. Stay alert for

hidden hazards or traffic. Do not carry passengers.

3. 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 restarting and using the accessory.

4. If the unit should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the

engine (motor) and check immediately for the

cause. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.

5. Take all possible precautions when leaving the

vehicle unattended. Disengage the power take-off,

lower the attachment, place the transmission into

neutral, set the parking brake, stop the engine and

remove the contact key.

6. Do not run the engine indoors, except when starting

the engine and for transporting in or out of the

building. Do not operate or let motor run in a storage

area without ventilation because gas contains

carbon monoxide which is odorless, colorless and

can cause death.

7. Never use the accessories across the face of

slopes, go from top to bottom. Exercise extreme

caution when using equipment on slopes. Do not

attempt to clear a steep slope.

8. Never tolerate bystanders in the working zone.

Never use an accessory in the direction of

bystanders, it might throw gravel or debris that can

hurt people or damage property.

9. Never operate the accessory at high transport

speeds on slippery surfaces. Use care when

backing up.

10. Do not carry passengers.

11. Disengage power to the accessory when it is

transported or not in use.

12. Never operate the accessory without good visibility

or light.

13. Keep the accessory away from heat sources or

flames.

14. Never handle the winch cable or hook while in

tension.

MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE

1. When cleaning, repairing or inspecting the vehicle

and accessory, make certain that all moving parts

have stopped. For gasoline engine, disconnect wire

from the spark plug(s) and keep wire away to

prevent accidental starting.

2. Check all the bolts and components at frequent

intervals to make sure that they are properly

tightened.

3. Never store a motorized accessory with fuel in the

fuel tank inside a building where ignition sources are

present such as hot water and space heaters,

clothes dryers, and the like. Allow the engine to cool

before storing in any enclosure.

4. Always refer to the owner’s manual when you store

the accessory and vehicle for a prolonged or an

unspecified length of time.

5. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as

necessary.

6 For winter accessories, (if applicable), let the engine

run for a few minutes after clean snow in order to

prevent the rotary parts from freezing.

7. Inspect the vehicle’s and accessory’s air filter (if

applicable) every day. Clean it or replace it as

necessary. Change the oil more often when working

in dusty conditions. See the vehicle’s and

accessory's owner’s manual.

THIS SYMBOL MEANS

DANGER !

BECOME ALERT !

YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED !

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

REPLACE IF DECALS ARE DAMAGED

SEE PARTS BREAKDOWN FOR DECAL LOCATION

SAFETY DECALS

Symbol Description

Decal #105126

To avoid serious injury:

Keep hands, feet & clothing away from rotating auger while engine is

running.

Decal #105127

To avoid serious injury:

Keep hands out of this discharge chute while engine is running.

Decal #105128

To avoid serious injury:

Keep hands, feet & clothing away.

Do not attempt to install or remove drive belt without reading owner’s

manual.

Decal #105130

Before installing or using:

Locate, read and make sure to understand all of the owner’s manual.

Decal #105131

Refer to owner’s manual about wearing safety glasses, ear muffs and

mask.

Refer to owner’s manual for use of counter weights, cat tracks and tire

chains.

1-Do not drive faster than 3 KM/H when the snowblower is in operation.

2-Do not drive faster than 10 KM/H when the snowblower is in the raised

position.

3-The head of the snowblower weighs 96 kg. (without engine).

4-The engine wattage. (See specification of the engine installed).

5-The sound pressure level (See specification of the engine installed).

ASSEMBLY

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT: UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED TORQUE ALL BOLTS ACCORDING TO TORQUE

SPECIFICATION TABLE (SEE TABLE OF CONTENTS) WHEN STATED: TIGHTEN FIRMLY. REFER TO

PARTS BREAKDOWN SECTION FOR PART IDENTIFICATION.

IMPORTANT: THE VEHICLE MUST BE EQUIPPED WITH A TOW HITCH BALL OF 1 7/8’’ IN ORDER TO

INSTALL THE SNOWBLOWER.

TOOLS REQUIRED

1 Ratchet

4 Wrenches 7/16’’, 1/2’’, 9/16’’ and 13 mm

4 Sockets 7/16’’, 1/2’’, 9/16’’ and 13 mm

1 Plier

1 Cutting pliers

1 torque spanner

Overall view of the snowblower

ASSEMBLY

INSTALLING THE CHUTE

1. If the muffler of the motor that is being installed on

the snowblower surpasses the front face of the motor

of 3’’ (ex: Honda GX630), you must inverse the

rotation ring and place as shown below. In doing so,

you will avoid contact between the chute and the

muffler. Tighten nuts firmly.

Verification of muffler obstruction

3. Insert the two carriage bolts 1/4" n.c. x 1" (item 1)

inside the chute as shown in figure below. Insert

the gear pin (item 2) in the hole on the support

(item 3) and insert the support and motor assembly

(item 4) on the carriage bolts. Secure in place with

two flange nuts 1/4" (item 5).

Motor installation

IMPORTANT: Make sure to follow the safety

precautions of the engine installed and all its

maintenance procedures in the owner’s manual.

NOTE: For the Versatile Plus snowblower, Bercomac

Limitée recommends installing an engine between 14

and 23 H.P. with a horizontal shaft of 1" or 1 1/8’’.

Here are a few engines that were tested:

NOTE: For a snowblower already equipped

with a motor, please go to section ‘’vehicle

preparation’’.

2. Install the rotation ring (item 1) over the opening

(item 2) by aligning the notches. Place the chute

(item 3) as shown in figure below. Turn the chute a

half turn to lock into place.

Chute installation

Brand All-

Power Honda Kohler

Model 420 CC GX630

RQXF6

CH-440-

3021sp

Ch-680-

3054

Power 15 C.V. 20 C.V. 14 C.V. 23 C.V.

Shaft 1" 1" 1" 1 ⅛"

Muffler VHLM3

Gas tank Includ. Not

includ. Includ. Not

Includ.

Electric

clutch

assembly

106178 106178 106178 106179

IMPORTANT

In order to respect the safety precautions concerning

the Versatile Plus snowblower, it is imperative to

install an engine with an electric starter.

INSTALLING THE SNOWBLOWER’S

DRIVE SYSTEM

ADJUSTING THE HEIGHT OF THE

ENGINE SUPPORT

NOTE: Adjusting the height of the engine support is

very important for the good working order of the

snowblower’s drive system.

1. Measure the height (h) from the middle of the

engine shaft to its base (figure below).

ASSEMBLY

Height of the engine shaft

2. Align the holes (A or B) of the engine support

(item 1) with the holes of the hitch (item 2). If the

height (h) of the engine shaft is about

6 1/4" (160mm) use the holes B, if the height (h) of

the engine shaft is about 5 3/8" (135mm) use holes

A. Insert four hex bolts 3/8" x 1" (item 3) in the

aligned holes and secure everything in place with

four nylon insert lock nuts 3/8" (item 4).

Height of engine support

NOTE: An appropriate choice of holes (A or B) will

respect a distance of 13 5/8" (321mm) between the

middle of the engine shaft and the middle of the gear

box shaft.

Height of the engine shaft

13 5/8’’

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