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OPERATION
SDX-102 05/19 Operation Section 4-23
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9.3 Driving the Tractor and Snow Blower
Start off driving at a slow speed and gradually increase your speed while maintaining complete control of the
tractor and snow blower. Moving slowly at first will also prevent the tractor from rearing up and loss of steering
control. The tractor should never be operated at speeds that cannot be safely handled or which will prevent the
operator from stopping quickly during an emergency. If the power steering or engine ceases operating, stop
the tractor immediately as the tractor will be difficult to control.
Perform turns with the tractor and snow blower at
slow speeds to determine how the tractor with the
attached implement handles a turn. When
operating the snow blower the overall working
length of the unit is increased. Allow additional
clearance for the snow blower when turning. Extra
precaution should be taken to avoid hitting parked
vehicles, sign, road structures, bystanders, and
animals due to the overall length and width of the
implement.
To avoid overturns, drive the tractor with care and at safe speeds, especially when operating over rough
ground, crossing ditches or slopes, and turning corners. Rear tractor tire spacing should be increased when
working on inclines or rough ground to reduce the possibility of tipping.
Use extreme caution when operating on steep slopes. Keep the tractor in a low gear when going downhill. DO
NOT coast or free-wheel downhill.
Do not let the auger turn when the implement is raised
for any reason, including clearance or for turning.
Raising the implement exposes the auger which
creates a potentially serious hazard and could cause
serious injury or even death from objects thrown from
the auger.
Allow sufficient clearance for the Implement to swing outward while turning. Implements
carried behind the Tractor will swing outside the tire path when making turns. Contacting a
solid object while turning will cause equipment damage and possible injury.
(S3PT-20)