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4.0
OPERATIONS
4.1
TO THE NEW OPERATOR OR OWNER
Buffalo Turbine Debris Blowers are designed to quickly and efficiently, blow away leaves, cuttings and other debris. The material is
conveyed on a stream of high volume and velocity of air to remove it from the area of concern. When the material is removed, it gives a
neat, professional look to the working area.
Many of the features incorporated into the machine are the result of suggestions made by customers like you. Read the manual carefully to
learn to operate the machine safely and how to set it to provide maximum efficiency. The manual will take you step-by-step through your
working day. By following the operating instructions in conjunction with a good maintenance program, your Blower will provide many
years of trouble-free service.
Potential Mechanical Hazards while operating your machine:
Never operate the debris blower around others to prevent the possibility of being run over by equipment.
Never ride on your debris blower to prevent the possibility of being thrown off the machine or hurt severely.
Potential Crushing Hazards while operating your machine:
Between tractor deck and blower guard shroud
Between tractor deck and tractor arms
Between Pin at the end of the mounting arms
Between caster wheels and the ground
4.2
BREAK-IN
Although there are no operational restrictions on the Blower when it is used for the first time, it is recommended that the
following mechanical items be checked:
A.
Operating for first ½ hour
1.
Re-torque all wheel bolts, axle nuts and trailer mounting bolts and nuts.
2.
Re-torque all other fasteners and hardware.
3.
Check set screw (nozzle pulley) to ensure it tightened.
B.
Operating for first 5 hours
1.
Re-torque all hardware and fasteners.
2.
Check set screw (nozzle pulley) to ensure it tightened.
3.
Go to the normal servicing and maintenance schedule as defined in the Maintenance Section of the manual.
4.3
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
Efficient and safe operation of the Buffalo Turbine Blower requires that each operator reads and understands the operating procedures and
all related safety precautions outlined in this section. A pre-operation checklist is provided for the operator. It is important for both personal
safety and maintaining the good mechanical condition of the machine that this checklist is followed.
Before Operating the Blower and each time thereafter, the following areas should be checked off.
1.
Make sure all guards and shields are in place, secured and functioning as designed.
2.
Lubricate machine per maintenance schedule.
3.
Ensure that the machine is properly attached to the (appropriate) power unit attaching arms and that the mounting pins are secured in
position.
4.
Ensure the PTO driveline is securely attached and can telescope easily.
5.
Check that all clamp bands are secure.
6.
Check the belts and pulleys for proper tension and alignment.
WARNING:
This Product can expose you to chemicals which are
known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth
defects or
other reproductive harm.
