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Tips for Using the Blade
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Clean the area of trash, branches and rocks before
beginning work to prevent equipment damage.
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Always begin with the slowest ground speed possible.
Increase speed if conditions permit.
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Always use full throttle (maximum engine speed).
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Never transport the blade with the loader arms raised.
Keep the arms lowered and the blade tilted up.
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When scraping, leveling, and surface stripping, lower
the blade to the ground, ensuring that the cutting edge
makes contact. The blade will bite into the soil as you
move forward.
Blade Operation and Controls
1. If your traction unit has a speed selector, move it to the
fast (rabbit) position.
2. Pull the auxiliary hydraulics valve to the operator grip
to angle the blade to the right.
3. Push the auxiliary hydraulics valve away from the
operator grip to angle the blade to the left.
Maintenance
Service Interval Chart
Service Operation
Each
Use
5
Hours
25
Hours
200
Hours
Storage
Service
Notes
Blade cutting edge—check
X
Hydraulic hoses—inspect
X
X
Replace if damaged
Chipped surfaces—paint
X
CAUTION
POTENTIAL HAZARD
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If you leave the key in the ignition switch, someone could start the engine.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
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Accidental starting of the engine could seriously injure you or other bystanders.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
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Remove the key from the ignition switch before you do any maintenance.
Checking the Blade Cutting
Edge
Check the blade cutting edge once a year for wear. If the
blade is badly worn, complete the following procedure:
1. Remove the pins securing the blade to the frame and
hydraulic cylinder and remove the blade.
2. Turn the blade 180 degrees so the worn edge is on top,
then install it back on the mounting frame and
hydraulic cylinder.
Storage
1. Before long term storage, wash the attachment with
mild detergent and water to remove dirt and grime.
2. Check the condition of the cutting edge. Remove and
rotate the blade 180 degrees so the worn edge is on
top, if it is badly worn.
3. Check and tighten all bolts, nuts, and screws. Repair or
replace any part that is damaged or worn.
4. Ensure that all hydraulic couplers are connected
together to prevent contamination of the hydraulic
system.
5. Paint all scratched or bare metal surfaces. Paint is
available from your Authorized Service Dealer.
