Kubota 21400001, Owner'S Manual

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS - continued
OM 0427SB-A [7]
Subframe & Snowblower Operation
1.
Before leaving the tractor/snowblower
unattended,
take all possible
precautions. Park the tractor/snowblower
on level ground, place the transmission
in neutral, set the parking brake,
disengage
the PTO, lower the
snowblower 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 the ice that might have
accumulated on the auger/fan, inspect
and clean every rotating part.
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/disengaged 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. Keep clear of all rotating parts. Do not
put hands or feet under, or into
snowblower and subframe with engine
running. Be especially observant of the
snowblower areas of discharge, intake
or all other mechanical motions.
8. For your safety, do not work under any
hydraulically
supported machine
elements that may creep down,
suddenly drop or be accidentally
lowered.
9. Park the tractor/snowblower on level ground,
place the transmission in neutral, set the parking
brake, disengage the PTO, lower the snowblower
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 housing or the chute and making
any repairs, adjustments or inspections. Use only
a 36" long stick of wood to unclog the
snowblower.
10. If the snowblower starts to vibrate abnormally,
disengage the PTO, 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. All tractor
and snowblower shields and covers must be
correctly installed at all times. When necessary to
remove
these, they must be reinstalled
immediately.
14. Never operate snowblower near glass enclosures,
automobiles, window wells, embankments, etc.,
without proper adjustment of snow discharge
angle.
15. Never operate machine at high transport speeds
on a slippery surface.
16. Use extra caution when backing up.
17. Disengage power to auger/fan when transporting
or when not in use.
18. Never operate the snowblower without good
visibility and lighting.
19. 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.