Safety
Read the general safety operating precautions in your machine operator’s manual for additional safety information.
Operating Safely
• This attachment is intended for light duty moving of snow or other light, loose material. Do not misuse this equipment.
• Read, understand and follow all instructions in the manual and on the vehicle and attachment before operating.
• Only allow responsible adults who are familiar with the instructions to operate the machine.
• Inspect machine and attachment before you operate. Be sure hardware is tight. Repair or replace damaged, badly worn or missing parts. Be sure guards and shields are in good condition and fastened in place. Make any necessary adjustments before you operate.
• Check brake action before you operate. Adjust or service brakes as necessary.
• Stop machine if anyone enters the area.
• If you hit an object, stop and inspect the machine. Make repairs before you operate. Keep machine and attachments properly maintained and in good working order.
• Before operating, make sure all connections are tight and blade responds properly to controls. Check all connections periodically for tightness.
• Do not leave machine unattended when it is running.
• Only operate during daylight or with good artificial light.
• Be careful of traffic when operating near or crossing roadways.
• Do not wear radio or music headphones while operating the machine. Safe operation requires your full attention.
• Transport the blade with it raised to the highest position.
• Be aware of the position of the blade ends. Blade makes a wide arc when turning.
• Be aware of the possibility of objects hidden under the snow. Avoid holes, rocks, roots and other obstructions.
• Avoid the edges of ditches and banks to reduce the possibility of loss of control.
• When plowing material into a pile, travel in reverse before raising blade.
• Do not ram into a pile of material; slow down before contact is made.
• Lower attachment completely before leaving operator’s seat.
• Lower any attachment completely to the ground or to an existing attachment mechanical stop before servicing the attachment. Disengage all power and stop the engine. Lock park brake and remove the key.
• Keep all parts in good condition and properly installed. Fix damage immediately. Replace worn or broken parts. Replace all worn or damaged safety and instruction decals.
Parking Safely
1. Stop machine on a level surface, not on a slope.
2. Lower attachments to the ground.
6. Wait for engine and all moving parts to stop before you leave the operator’s seat.
7. Close fuel shut-off valve, if your machine is equipped.
8. Disconnect the negative battery cable or remove the spark plug wire (for gasoline engines) before servicing the machine.
Checking Area to be Cleared
• Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all doormats, sleds, boards, wires and other foreign objects.
• Keep people and pets out of the work area. Keep children indoors when using blade. Turn the machine off if anyone enters the area.
• Be extremely careful if you must clear snow from a gravel surface. Adjust the blade height to clear a gravel surface.
Avoid Injury From Hitting Obstructions
• Raise attachment when you drive between jobs.
• Slow down when you remove snow. Be cautious on slopes, when you make turns or when close to buildings or trees.