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7.
OPERATING THE PLOW
Before using the plow make sure:
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the plow is installed correctly
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all locking pins are in place
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hydraulic hoses are connected right and properly
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hoses are intact
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there are no oil leaks
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all functions are working properly, and the support legs are adjusted to appropriate height for the terrain and
conditions
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learn to operate the plow in a closed area before actually plowing
7.1.
Operating instructions
1.
Make sure that the attachment and the base machine are compatible in terms of mechanical solutions,
hydraulics and electricity
2.
The plow is attached to the coupler on the base machine (e.g. a loader). Attach the plow to the base machine,
and make sure the locking cotters and pins are secured.
3.
Turn off the base machine and make sure the parking brake is applied.
4.
Make sure there is no pressure in the base machine hydraulic system. When connecting, always make sure the
hydraulic connectors are clean and the hoses are intact.
5.
Check
carefully the attachment’s, the base machine’s and the fitting’s trajectory for collision. Make sure that the
hydraulic hoses and attachments have enough space. If needed, change the location of the hoses in the base
machine.
6.
Stay alert for any abnormal behavior and oil leaks also during driving
7.2.
Adjusting blades
Edge of the blade should be 15
–
45 mm lower than the blade frame. Blades need to be adjusted at the latest when the
blade edge is less than 10 mm lower than the blade frame (picture 6). Do not adjust the blades more than 50 mm lower
than the blade frame.
Picture 6. Minimum distance for the blade edge from the frame
min. 10 mm
