Operating Instructions
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Be sure the trip lock seats flush on the stop rod as
shown in the
photo. This procedure locks the blade in place and
will prevent the forward trip action.
WARNING
Using the trip-over lock is NOT recom-
mended when obstructions cannot be seen
(e.g. under snow cover). The rigid blade op-
eration should only be used with low
ground speed.
Engaging Trip Lock
Trip Lock Seated on Stop Rod
BLADE ARTICULATION
The dozer blade is designed with +/- 5 degrees of
lateral articulation to allow the blade to follow the
contour of the ground. If the blade is not following
the ground contour, adjust the articulation with the
following steps:
Blade Articulation Adjustment
1. With the tractor on a flat, level surface, raise
the blade.
2. Loosen the articulation joint bolts by one turn
on each side until the blade can be fully articu-
lated by pushing down on the edge of the
blade. The pivot plates should always remain
fully in contact with each other; there should
never be a gap or play in the joint.
CAUTION
Do not over loosen the articulation joint.
Doing so could cause the blade to fall off
during use causing damage to the blade or
property.
Adjust Articulation Joint Hardware
Flat Surface
Fully Articulated Blade
