Teamco SNOWBLAST 9600A, Operator'S Manual

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SAFETY
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600A 04/0
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Safety Section 1-9
SAFETY
Do not operate Snow Blower if excessive vibration exists. Shut down PTO and the Tractor
engine. Inspect the Snow Blower to determine the source of the vibration. If
fans
are
damaged replace them immediately. Do not operate the Snow Blower until the
fans
have been replaced and the Blower operates smoothly. Operating the Snow Blower
with excessive vibration can result in component failure and broken objects to be thrown
outward at very high velocities. To reduce the possibility of property damage, serious injury,
or even death, never allow the Snow Blower to be operated with
fan paddles
missing.
(SSB-12)
The rotating parts of this machine have been designed and tested for rugged use.
However, the
fans
and rotating members could fail upon impact with heavy, solid objects
such as metal guard rails and concrete structures. Such impact could cause the broken
objects to be thrown outward at very high velocities. To reduce the possibility of property
damage, serious injury, or even death, never allow the rotating
fans
to contact such
obstacles.
(SSB-13)
Always keep a careful lookout and use extreme care when working around utility lines.
Heavy snow or ice storms can cause utility lines to sage or drop to the ground. Never allow
the Snow Bower within 10 feet of any Utility power or gas line. When working close to Utility
lines consult your electric or gas company for a safe code of operation.
(SSB-15)
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, fir 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
fans
to contact such obstacles.
(SSB-20)
The Snow Blower can block the operators vision directly in front of the Snow Blower.
Inspect the area before operating the Snow Blower and make sure that there are no
obstacles, passersby, or coworkers in the path of the Snow Blower.
(SSB-22)
Transporting Safety Instructions and Practices
Be particularly careful when transporting the Implement with the Tractor. Turn curves or go
up hills only at a low speed and using a gradual steering angle. Rear mounted implements
move the center of gravity to the rear and remove weight from the front wheels. Make certain, by adding front
ballast, that at least 20% of the tractor’s weight is on the front wheels to prevent rearing up, loss of steering
control or Tractor tip-over. Slow down on rough or uneven surfaces to prevent loss of steering control which
could result in property damage or possible injury. Do not transport unless 3-Point lift lever is fully raised and
in the latched transport position. Dropping implement in transport can cause serious damage to the tractor
and/or Implement and possibly cause the operator or others to be injured or killed.
(S3PT-2)
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