Kubota AP-SBL2566, Operator'S Manual

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Section 5: Operating Instructions
AP-SBL2566, AP-SBL2574, & AP-SBL2584 Snow Blowers 370-478MK 10/07/16
Table of Contents
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Do not alter attachment or replace parts on the attachment
with other brands. Other brands may not fit properly or
meet OEM specifications. They can weaken the integrity
and impair the safety, function, performance, and life of the
attachment. Replace parts only with genuine Kubota parts.
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Do not exceed Snow Blower specifications for maximum
hydraulic pressure rating and gallons per minute rating.
Personal injury and/or machine damage can occur.
Safety Steps
Figure 5-1
Mount & Dismount Skid Steer
Refer to Figure 5-1:
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WARNING
To avoid serious injury or death:
Use steps, grab-handles, and skid-resistant surfaces when
getting on or off the power machine. Using unapproved
surfaces and handles to mount and dismount can result in a
falling hazard and cause serious injury or death.
Inspection
Make the following inspections with Snow Blower resting
on the ground while attached to a skid steer or tractor.
Place skid steer/tractor in park or set park brake,
disengage hydraulics, disengage PTO if tractor mounted,
IMPORTANT: Never operate a Snow Blower with
chute throwing snow towards property such as
vehicles, buildings, trailers etc. that can be
scratched, dented or broken by thrown projectiles.
IMPORTANT: Do not use Snow Blower as a Box
Scraper or to blow other materials. Doing so can
break the auger, impeller, and cause structural
damage to the unit.
NOTE: Always check with local codes to know
where snow can be legally piled. Never pile snow on
someone else’s property, streets, or sidewalks.
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lower loader arms fully down, remove switch key and
make sure impeller and auger have come to a complete
stop before dismounting skid steer or tractor:
1. Complete Operating Checklist table provided above.
2. Inspect skid steer/tractor safety equipment. Make
sure it is in good working condition and that all safety
alert decals are visible and readable. Replace all
missing and unreadable safety decals.
3. Inspect hitch hook-up. Make sure skid steer or tractor
hitch is secured under the Snow Blower’s top angle
bars, lock pins extend fully through bottom slots in
Snow Blower hitch, and handles are locked down.
4. Inspect wiring harness and connection points before
starting the machine. Make sure wire harness and
connections are not pinched, frayed, or broken and
that they will not come in contact with moving parts.
5. Inspect hydraulic hoses, fittings, and valves before
starting the machine. Make sure hoses are not
pinched, kinked, twisted, or frayed and that they will
not come in contact with moving parts.
6. Inspect auger flighting and impeller.
a. Check for and remove foreign objects wrapped
around auger and impeller.
b. Check for bent, broken, and extreme wear. Repair
or replace auger and impeller as required.
7. Inspect skid shoes.
a. Check for wear. Replace skid shoes as needed.
See “Outer Skid Shoe Option” on page 31 for
replacement instructions.
b. Check adjustment height. Refer to “Outer Skid
Shoe Adjustment” or “Inner Skid Shoe
Adjustment” on page 22.