4 - MAINTENANCE
DANGER: Stop engine, lock parking brake and remove key before performing any
service or maintenance.
Never rely on the tractor lift system. Install blocks or stands under the implement
to prevent it from falling.
Always use personal protection devices, such as glasses or gloves when
performing maintenance.
Keep fingers out of slots to prevent injury.
4.01 - Maintenance Safety
1. Good maintenance is your responsibility.
2. Keep service area clean and dry. Be sure electrical outlets and tools are properly
grounded. Use adequate light for the job at hand.
3. Make sure there is plenty of ventilation. Never operate the engine of the towing
vehicle in a closed building. The exhaust fumes may cause asphyxiation.
4. Make no repair or adjustments with the tractor engine running. Before working on
the machine, shut off the engine, set the brakes, and remove the ignition key.
5. Be certain all moving parts have come to a complete stop before attempting to
perform maintenance.
6. Never work under equipment unless it is blocked securely.
7. Always use personal protection devices such as eye, hand and hearing protectors,
when performing any service or maintenance.
8. Frequently check blade. It should be free of nicks and cracks and securely fastened.
9. Periodically tighten all bolts, nuts and screws and check that all cotter pins are
properly installed to ensure unit is in a safe condition.
10. After servicing, be sure all tools, parts and service equipment are removed.
11. Never replace hex head bolts with less than grade five bolts unless otherwise
specified, i.e. shear bolts.
12. Where replacement parts are necessary for periodic maintenance and servicing,
genuine replacement parts must be used to restore your equipment to original
specifications. The company will not claim responsibility for use of unapproved parts
and/or accessories and other damages as a result of their use.
13. Unauthorized modifications to the machine may impair the function and/or safety of
the machine and reduce its life. If equipment has been altered in any way from
original design, the manufacturer does not accept any liability for injury or warranty.
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