SAFETY PRECAUTIONS - continued
OM 0393SB-A
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Snowblower Operation
1. Before leaving the tractor unattended,
take all possible precautions. Park the
tractor/snowblower on level ground, place
the transmission in neutral, set the parking
brake, disengage the equipment drive,
lower the equipment to the ground, place
all levers including auxiliary control levers
in neutral, shut off the engine and remove
the ignition key.
2. Before starting the tractor/ snowblower,
remove any ice that has accumulated in
the auger/fan.
3. Prior to operation, clear work area of all
objects that can be picked up and thrown.
Mark all curbs, pipes, etc. that cannot be
moved.
4. Be sure the PTO switch/lever is in OFF
position before starting engine.
5. Exercise extreme caution when operating
on or crossing a gravel drive, walks, or
roads. Stay alert for hidden hazards or
traffic.
6. Do not carry passengers.
7. Adjust collector-housing height to clear
gravel or crushed rock surface.
8. Keep clear of rotating parts. Do not put
hands or feet under, or into snowblower
with engine running.
9. Park the tractor/snowblower on level
ground, place the transmission in neutral,
set the parking brake, disengage the
equipment drive, lower the equipment to
the ground, place all control levers in
neutral, shut off the engine, remove the
ignition key and allow the rotating parts to
stop BEFORE unclogging the collector/fan
housing or chute, and making any repairs,
adjustments or inspections. Use only a 36"
long piece of wood to unclog blower.
10. If the snowblower starts to vibrate
abnormally, disengage the equipment
drive, stop the engine immediately and
check for cause. Excessive vibration is
generally a sign of trouble.
11. Do not run the engine indoors except
when starting engine and transporting
attachment in or out of building. Carbon
monoxide gas is colorless, odorless and
deadly.
12. Do not attempt to operate on steep
slopes. If operating on slopes is
necessary, exercise extreme caution
when changing direction.
13. Never operate snowblower without
guards, and other safety protective
devices in place.
14. Keep clear of chute discharge. This chute
has the capability of throwing objects at
far distances.
15. Do not direct discharge at bystanders or
animals. Ejected objects may cause
injury and never operate snowblower
near glass enclosures, automobiles,
window wells, embankments, etc.,
without proper adjustment of snow
discharge angle.
16. Never operate machine at high transport
speeds on a slippery surface.
17. Use extra caution when backing up.
18. Disengage power to auger/fan when
transporting or when not in use.
19. Never operate the snowblower without
good visibility and lighting.
20. Prolonged exposure to loud noise can
cause impairment or loss of hearing.
Wear a suitable hearing protective device
such as earmuffs or earplugs to protect
against objectionable or uncomfortable
noises.
21. Never allow anyone near the work area.
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