Operator’s Manual 2020 0217 ENG
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SAFETY CHECKLIST
Complete this checklist before operating the
blower.
TRUCK NUMBER
BLOWER MODEL NUMBER
GEARBOX NUMBER
BLOWER SERIAL NUMBER
P.T.O. NUMBER
DATE INSTALLED
P.T.O. RATIO
INSPECTED BY
Is Tuthill mounting kit used?
Is ratio and horsepower correct for PTO?
Mount PTO as per manufacturer’s
recommendations and re
fi
ll transmission.
Ensure oil levels are at the center of the sight
glass when blower is not running.
Without drive line connected, can the blower be
rotated by hand?
Is the drive line installed at the correct angle and
phase with all fasteners secured?
Ensure PTO rotates blower in the correct
direction indicated by arrow.
Ensure air inlet
fi
lter is connected and located
away from truck exhaust.
Remove Camlock dust cap, and discharge
piping open to atmosphere.
With tractor engine at idle, slowly engage PTO.
Check for correct rotation.
Slowly bring blower up to operating speed.
Check for vibration, mechanical noise, oil leaks
and mounting integrity.
Stop blower, connect blower discharge hose to
trailer, and run blower at operating pressure of
trailer for 15 minutes at normal speed.
Does relief valve allow 15 psig (1 bar g)
pressure?
Does engine maintain correct RPM throughout
test?
Shut down machine. Check Shur-Melt
®
plugs,
relief valve,
fi
lter, piping, and oil sumps for
integrity.
Is correct engine speed label visible in cab?
INSTALLATION
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