Schulte FM-350, Operator'S Manual

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OPERATION
FM-350 10/14 Operation Section 4-9
© 2014 Alamo Group Inc.
OPERA
TION
6. CONNECTING HYDRAULIC LINES TO THE TRACTOR
With the tractor shut down and secured in position, relieve hydraulic pressure from the tractor by moving the
control levers back and forth several times or placing the levers in the float position. Keep implement hydraulic
lines, hoses, quick couplers, and swivels free of contamination. Never leave a disconnected hose end open
and cap the tractor hydraulic outlet ports when not in use. If the tractor ports, Snow Blower ports and hydraulic
hose ends become contaminated, wipe clean with a rag before connecting.
6.1 Hydraulic Cylinder Priming
Hydraulic Cylinder must be filled with hydraulic oil before operating. Hydraulic cylinders and lines are filled by
holding the valve control levers in the extended position until the cylinder fully retracts and extends. Place
control levers in the float position and repeat process several more times to purge all air from the system.
7. PRE-OPERATION INSPECTION AND SERVICE
Before each use, a pre-operation inspection and service of the snow blower and tractor must be performed.
This includes routine maintenance and scheduled lubrication, inspecting that all safety devices are equipped
and functional, and performing needed repairs. Do not operate the snow blower and tractor if the pre-operation
inspection reveals any condition affecting safe operation. Perform repairs and replacement of damaged and
missing parts as soon as noticed. By performing a thorough pre-operation inspection and service, valuable
down time and repair cost can be avoided.
Do not operate this Equipment with hydraulic oil or fuel leaking. Oil
and fuel are explosive and their presence could present a hazard. Do
not check for leaks with your hand! High-pressure oil streams from
breaks in the line could penetrate the skin and cause tissue damage
including gangrene. To check for a hose leak, SHUT the unit ENGINE
OFF and remove all hydraulic pressure. Wear oil impenetrable gloves,
safety glasses and use Cardboard to check for evidence of oil leaks. If
you suspect a leak, REMOVE the HOSE and have it tested at a Dealer.
If oil does penetrate the skin, have the injury treated immediately by a
physician knowledgeable and skilled in this procedure.
(SG-15)
Never work under the Implement, the framework, or any lifted
component unless the Implement is securely supported or blocked up
to prevent sudden or inadvertent falling which could cause serious
injury or even death.
(SG-14)
Always disconnect the main PTO Driveline from the Tractor before performing service on
the Implement. Never work on the Implement with the tractor PTO driveline connected and
running. Rotating Parts, Blades or Drivelines could turn without warning and cause
immediate entanglement, injury or death.
(S3PT-11)