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Section 5: Operating Instructions
2/11/21
SB1051, SB1064, SB1574, & SB2584 with S/N 881640- Snow Blowers 370-027M
Operating Checklist
Hazard control and accident prevention are dependent
upon the awareness, concern, prudence, and proper
training involved in the operation, transport, storage, and
maintenance of the Snow Blower. Therefore, it is
absolutely essential that no one operates the Snow
Blower without first having read, fully understood, and
become totally familiar with the Operator’s Manual. Make
sure the operator has paid particular attention to:
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Section 1: Standard Assembly & Set-up,
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Section 2: Optional Assembly & Set-up,
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Section 3: Tractor Hook-up & Unhook
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Section 5: Operating Instructions
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Section 6: Maintenance & Lubrication
The following inspection should be performed before
using the Snow Blower.
Inspection Procedures
Make the following inspections with Snow Blower
attached to a tractor, gearshift set in park, PTO
disengaged, and PTO completely stopped:
1. Inspect tractor safety equipment to make sure it is in
good working condition.
2. Carefully raise and lower implement to ensure
drawbar, tires, and other equipment on the tractor do
not contact Snow Blower frame or driveline.
3. Check driveline guards to make certain they are in
good working condition and in place.
4. Check driveline to be sure it is securely connected to
tractor PTO shaft and Snow Blower gearbox shaft.
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Read and follow all safety rules carefully.
Refer to "Important Safety Information".
Make sure all guards & shields are in place.
Refer to “Important Safety Information”.
Follow hook-up & driveline Installation. Refer to
“Snow Blower Hook-up” & “Driveline Installation”.
Make all required adjustments.
Refer to “Section 4: Adjustments”.
Preform all required maintenance.
Refer to “Section 6: Maintenance & Lubrication”.
Lubricate Snow Blower and driveline as needed.
Refer to “Lubrication”.
Lubricate gearbox and replace oil plugs.
Refer to “Gearbox” lubrication.
Check initially and periodically for loose bolts &
pins. Refer to “Torque Values Chart”.
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5. Check for and remove foreign objects wrapped
around auger and Impeller.
6. Check for bent, broken, and extreme wear on auger
flighting and impeller. Repair auger and impeller as
required.
7. Remove solid supports from under the Snow Blower
and verify skid shoes or wear bars are set at the
correct height.
The remaining inspections are made by engaging PTO to
check for auger and impeller interferences.
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WARNING
Stop PTO immediately if auger or impeller makes contact with
Snow Blower housing. Wait for PTO to come to a complete
stop before dismounting from tractor to check for probable
causes. Make necessary repairs before continuing on.
8. Start tractor, set throttle to idle or slightly above idle,
and slowly engage PTO.
9. Once Snow Blower is running smoothly, increase
tractor PTO speed to 540 RPM. Stop PTO
immediately if an unusual sound is heard.
10. Investigate cause of noise and make repairs before
putting Snow Blower back into service.
Transporting
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WARNING
When traveling on public roads, use accessory lights, SMV
sign, clean reflectors, and other adequate devices to warn
operators in other vehicles of your presence. Always comply
with all federal, state, and local laws.
1. Make sure driveline does not contact tractor or Snow
Blower when raising unit to transport position.
2. Reduce tractor ground speed when turning and
leave enough clearance so Snow Blower does not
contact obstacles such as buildings, trees, or fences.
3. Limit transport speed to 20 mph. Transport only with
a tractor of sufficient size and horsepower.
4. When traveling on roadways, transport in such a way
that faster moving vehicles may pass you safely.
5. Shift tractor to a lower gear when traveling over
rough or hilly terrain.
IMPORTANT:
Do not exceed rated PTO speed.
Excessive engine speed will cause damage to
power train components.
IMPORTANT:
Always disengage tractor PTO before
raising Snow Blower to transport position.
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