Alamo Industrial Great White M8000MD, Operator'S Manual

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OPERATION
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Operation Section 4-9
© 2004 Alamo Group Inc
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M-8000MD 12/04
WARNING! Blow snow at the speed that you can safely operate and control the
Tractor and Snow Blower. Safe speed depends on terrain and snow
conditions. Normal ground speed range is from 0 to 5 mph. Use slow
speeds when operating on or near steep slopes, ditches, drop-offs,
overhead obstructions, power lines, or when debris and foreign objects
are to be avoided.
(SSB-4)
If you hit a solid object or foreign debris stop the Snow Blower at once. Wait for all rotating motion to stop, then
raise the blower off the object. Inspect the area and mark the location of the debris. Inspect the condition of the
implement and make any needed repairs immediately. Make sure the auger is not damaged before resuming
operation.
WARNING!
Be sure you have adequate knowledge of the property you will be working
on. Take time to make yourself aware of any area underground lines or
cables. Contact with buried lines or cable could result in serious injury
or death.
(STL-1)
DANGER!
There are obvious and hidden potential hazards in the operation of this
Snow Blower. REMEMBER! This machine is often operated in deep
snow where vision is reduced. The fan blades of this Snow Blower can
throw objects for great distances Serious injury or even death may
occur unless care is taken to insure the safety of the operator,
bystanders, or passersby in the area. Do not operate this machine
with anyone in the immediate area. Stop Snow Blowing if anyone is
within 200 feet of Snow Blower.
(SSB-11)
Foreign Debris Hazards
Remove all foreign objects and debris. If objects are
too big to remove, mark them clearly and be sure to
prevent the implement from contacting them.
FIGURE 10