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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS –
CONTINUED
During Operation
1. Do not allow passengers on the skid steer/snowblower at any time. There is no safe place for passengers on the
equipment. The operator MUST sit in the skid steer seat.
2. Eye and hearing protection is recommended when operating the snowblower.
3. Operate only during daylight hours, or when the area is well lit with bright artificial light.
4. Park the skid steer/snowblower on level ground, place the transmission in neutral, set the parking brake, disengage the
Aux hydraulics, lower the equipment to the ground, place all control levers in neutral, shut off the engine and remove
the ignition key BEFORE leaving the operator’s seat.
5. Inspect the snowblower after striking any foreign object to assure that all snowblower parts are safe and secure and not
damaged.
6. Be especially observant of the operating area and terrain. Watch for holes, rocks, or other hidden hazards. ALWAYS
inspect the area prior to blowing.
7. DO NOT blow near the edge of drop-offs or banks.
8. DO NOT blow on steep slopes as overturn may result.
9. Operate up and down (not across) intermediate slopes. Avoid sudden starts and stops.
10. Drive skid steer backwards up steeper slopes with blower off. Then blow as you travel down the slope.
11. Slow down before you change directions on any slope.
12. Use wheel weights on your skid steer to increase stability on slopes.
13. Never stand alongside of the unit while the engine is running.
Roll-Over Protective Structure (ROPS) During Operation
1. DO NOT weld, drill or alter the ROPS. Damaged ROPS must not be straightened or used. If damage does occur,
consult your dealer.
2. If ROPS is lowered or removed from the skid steer for any reason, it must be erected and/or refitted immediately.
Original bolts or equivalent replacements must be used and tightened to the correct torque.
3. Your dealer does not recommend usage of skid steer with ROPS removed.
4. Seat belt usage: With ROPS installed on the skid steer it is imperative that the seat belt be installed, used and correctly
adjusted, at all times. DO NOT use a seat belt if operating without ROPS.
5. Keep all shields and covers in place. All skid steer and equipment shields and covers must be correctly installed at all
times. When necessary to remove these, they must be reinstalled immediately.
6. Keep clear of all rotating driveline components. Be especially observant of implement areas of discharge, intake or
other mechanical motion.
7. Securely lock equipment drive shaft. Check that all skid steer and equipment drivelines are in good working order.
8. Additional safety equipment: A fire extinguisher and first aid kit should be kept readily accessible. These are available
through your dealer.
