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Safety Instructions
18. Using the trip-over lock is NOT recommended
when obstructions cannot be seen (e.g. under
snow cover). The rigid blade operation should
only be used with
low ground speed
.
19. Do not over loosen the articulation joint. Doing
so could cause the blade to fall off during use
causing damage to the blade or property.
20. Do not lock the articulation joint at an angle
other than parallel to the ground. Doing so
could cause significant damage to the blade or
property.
MAINTENANCE
NOTE:
Refer to your tractor Operator’s Manual for
safety instructions for tractor maintenance.
IMPORTANT:
Keep all applicable manuals immedi-
ately accessible to anyone who may operate or
service this machine.
1. To prevent accidental starting of the engine
when servicing or adjusting the machine, re-
move the key from the ignition switch and
disconnect the spark plug wire(s).
2.
To reduce fire hazards,
keep the engine free
of grass, leaves, excessive grease, and dirt.
3. Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to ensure
the machine is in a safe, working condition.
Check the blade mounting nuts frequently,
mak ing sure they are tight.
4.
Perform only maintenance instructions
described in this manual.
Unauthorized
maintenance operations or machine modifica-
tions may result in unsafe operating conditions.
5. If the engine must be running to perform a
main tenance adjustment, keep hands, feet,
and clothing away from moving parts.
Do not
wear jewelry or loose clothing.
6.
Always use the proper engine service man-
ual when working on the engine.
Unautho-
rized maintenance operations or modifications
to the engine may result in unsafe operating
conditions.
7. Altering the equipment or engine in any man-
ner which adversely affects its operation,
perfor mance, durability, or use will
VOID the
warranty
and may cause hazardous condi-
tions.
8. Never attempt to disconnect any safety devices
or defeat the purpose of these safety devices.
9. Do not change the engine governor settings or
overspeed the engine. The governor has been
factory-set for maximum-safe engine operating
speed.
10.
Use genuine factory replacement parts.
Sub stitute parts may result in product malfunc-
tion and possible injury to the operator and/or
others.
11.
Use care when charging the battery
or per-
forming maintenance on the battery and electri-
cal system:
a. Make sure the battery charger is unplugged
before connecting or disconnecting cables
to the battery.
b. Charge the battery in a well-ventilated
space, so gases produced while charging
can dissipate.
c. Keep sparks, flames, and smoking materi-
als away from the battery at all times. To
avoid sparks, use care when removing
bat tery cables from posts.
d. Disconnect both battery cables before
unplugging any wiring connectors or mak-
ing repairs on the electrical system.
12.
DO NOT
allow the cutting edge to become
worn beyond the wear zone which can result in
damage to the dozer blade.
