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Extreme Duty Snow Blower Operation and Maintenance Manual
Operation
Checking The Snow Blower Hydraulic
Functions Cont’d
Chute Rotation
Raise the engine RPM.
Rotate the discharge chute in both directions. The
discharge chute should rotate freely.
Deflector Raise / Lower
Raise and lower the deflector multiple times. The
deflector should move up and down freely.
Lower engine RPM.
Disengage the machine’s auxiliary hydraulics.
Slightly raise the snow blower.
Exit the machine. (See “Leaving The Operator’s
Position” on page 24.)
Adjust rear skid pads to desired height. ((See
“Skid Pad Adjustment” on page 32.))
NOTE: All rear skid pads must be set to the
same height.
Final Snow Blower Adjustments
Ensure pressure and return hydraulic lines, and
the snow blower control harness is secured,
routed clear of any loader arm pinch points, and
are not dragging on the ground. Protect hose and
harness from sharp edges on the machine.
Check the machine flow rating on page 23 and
ensure machine settings are correct for proper
hydraulic flow (see machine requirements on
page 22 for flow range settings).
Set all machine control functions for optimum
performance. (See “Machine Controls” on page
27.)
Move the machine and snow blower to the work
area.
Operation
Move the machine and snow blower to the work
area.
WARNING
AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
Warnings on the machine and in the
manuals are for your safety. Failure to obey
warnings can cause serious injury or death.
WARNING
AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
• Check for overhead power lines and
other overhead obstructions before
operating the snow blower in a raised
position.
• Keep the snow blower a minimum of 10
ft. away from electrical power lines.
WARNING
AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
While operating the machine:
• Always keep seat belt fastened.
• Safety seat bar lowered (if equipped).
• Make sure that there are no personnel on
the machine or in the area around the
machine.
• Engage the park brake.
• Only operate the machine while sitting in
the operator’s position.
• Always keep your feet on the pedals or
footrests and hands on the controls.
• Only operate the controls when the
engine is running.