Introduction
Safety Signs
Preparing Vehicle
Installing
Removing
Operating
Service Safely
Stay Clear of Rotating Drivelines
Avoid Injury from Moving Parts
Service
Troubleshooting
Storing Machine
Assembly
Specifications
John Deere Service Literature
John Deere Quality Statement
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Service Safely
Practice Safe Maintenance
ˇ Understand service procedure before doing work. Keep area clean and dry.
ˇ Never lubricate, service, or adjust machine while it is moving. Keep safety devices in place and in working condition. Keep hardware tight.
ˇ To prevent them from getting caught, keep hands, feet, clothing, jewelry, and long hair away from any moving parts.
ˇ Before servicing machine, lower it to the ground. Disengage all power and stop the vehicle engine. Move hydraulic lift levers back and forth to relieve pressure. Lock vehicle park brake and remove the key. Let engine cool.
ˇ Securely support any machine elements that must be raised for service work.
ˇ Never run vehicle engine unless park brake is locked.
ˇ Keep all parts in good condition and properly installed. Fix damage immediately. Replace worn or broken parts. Remove any buildup of grease, oil, or debris.
ˇ Unauthorized modifications to the machine may impair its function and safety.
Wear Appropriate Clothing
ˇ Wear close fitting clothing and safety equipment appropriate for the job.
ˇ Loud noise can cause impairment or loss of hearing, wear a suitable protective device such as earplugs.
ˇ Do not wear radio or music headphones while servicing the machine. Safe servicing requires your full attention.
Stay Clear of Rotating Drivelines
Entanglement in rotating driveline can cause serious injury or death:
ˇ STOP the engine and be sure PTO driveline is stopped before getting near it.
Avoid Injury from Moving Parts
ˇ Keep hands, feet and clothing away from snowthrower and discharge chute when auger is turning.
ˇ Stop auger when you are not throwing snow.
ˇ Stop vehicle engine before you unplug, repair, or adjust snowthrower.
Avoid High Pressure Fluids
ˇ Hydraulic hoses can fail due to physical damage, kinks, age, and exposure. Check hoses regularly. Replace damaged hoses.
ˇ Escaping fluid under pressure can penetrate the skin causing serious injury. Avoid the hazard by relieving pressure before disconnecting hydraulic or other lines. Tighten all connections before applying pressure.
ˇ Search for leaks with a piece of cardboard. Protect hands and body from high pressure fluids.
ˇ If an accident occurs, see a doctor immediately. Any fluid injected into the skin must be surgically removed within a few hours or gangrene may result. Doctors unfamiliar with this type of injury should reference a knowledgeable medical source. Such information is available from Deere & Company Medical Department in Moline, Illinois, U.S.A.