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9.
Operating instructions
9.1
Preliminary checks
Caution:
Before starting the work, you are advised to get into the habit of checking the
following points:
Checklist
A. Perform a visual inspection of the condition of the machine.
B. Check that the fuel tank is full. If not, fill it up (Read § 9.3.1 Refuelling)
C. Check whether the hydrostatic oil tank is full. If not, replenish the oil (Read, if necessary §
9.3.2 Replenishing hydrostatic oil).
D. Check the oil level in the engine. Pull out the dipstick and check whether the oil level is
below the minimum.
E. Check that all safety provisions on the machine are still operating properly. (See § 7.2
Safety Features).
F. Check whether the joystick is in the 0 position and make sure it has not been left in cruise-
control.
G. Check whether the skid shoes on the cutter head are still set correctly. To do so, you are
referred to § 11.4.3.6 Setting Cutter Blade
H. Check whether the cutter head is raised for transport.
I. Check the work site for any objects that could be catapulted into the air. (Read § 9.2 Work
site).
J. Check that all lights on the Snowbob are working. If a bulb is broken, replace before
starting work.
K. Check that all safety stickers on the machine are still visible. If this is not the case, replace
them.
L. Check that the rotary movement of the blow chute is still working. (Read § 9.7.4)
M. Check that all of the contacts or connection points for electric cabling are still watertight.
Check the shrink sleeves and all silicon seals (particular in relation to the cabling to the
cutter head and the blow chute). Repair if necessary.
