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SAFETY
FM-115 07/15 Safety Section 1-9
© 2015 Alamo Group Inc.
SAFETY
Before dismounting to clear a clogged machine, place the transmission in the park position,
set the parking brake, shut down all power, including the PTO and the engine and remove
the key. Wait until all rotating motion has stop before dismounting.
(SSB-16)
Snow can cover and hide solid objects such as guard rails, curbs, concrete structures, large
rocks, utility boxes, fire hydrants, etc. DO NOT allow the rotating parts of the Snow Blower
to contact such items. Inspect the area before operating the Snow Blower. Mark all solid
items clearly with a pole or flag. To reduce the possibility of property damage, serious injury,
or even death, never allow the rotating blades to contact such obstacles.
(SSB-20)
The Implement can block the operators vision directly in front of the Implement. Inspect the
area before operating the Implement and make sure that there are no obstacles, passersby,
or coworkers in the path of the Implement.
(SSB-22)
CONNECTING OR DISCONNECTING IMPLEMENT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS AND PRACTICES
DO NOT use a PTO adapter to attach a non-matching Implement driveline to a Tractor
PTO. Use of an adapter can double the operating speed of the Implement resulting in
excessive vibration, thrown objects, and blade and implement failure. Adapter use will also
change the working length of the driveline exposing unshielded driveline areas. Serious
bodily injury and/or equipment failure can result from using a PTO adapter. Consult an
authorized dealer for assistance if the Implement driveline does not match the Tractor PTO.
(S3PT-14)
Always shut the Tractor completely down, place the transmission in park, and set the
parking brake before you or anyone else attempts to connect or disconnect the Implement
and Tractor hitches.
(S3PT-15)
When attaching the Implement input driveline to the Tractor PTO, it is important that the
connecting yoke spring activated locking collar slides freely and the locking balls are seated
securely in the groove on the Tractor PTO shaft. Push and pull the driveline back and forth
several times to ensure it is securely attached. A driveline not attached correctly to the
Tractor PTO shaft could come loose and result in personal injury and damage to the
Implement.
(S3PT-17)