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SNOW BLOWER OPPERATIONS
1. Before leaving the skid steer unattended, take all possible precautions. Park the skid
steer/snow blower on level ground, place the transmission in neutral, set the parking brake,
disengage the Aux hydraulics, lower the equipment to the ground, place all levers including
auxiliary control levers in neutral, shut off the engine and remove the ignition key.
2. Before starting the skid steer/snow blower, remove any ice that has accumulated in the
auger/fan
3. Prior to operation, clear work area of all objects that can be picked up and thrown. Mark all
curbs, pipes, etc. that cannot be moved.
4. Be sure the Aux hydraulics switch/lever is in OFF position before starting engine.
5. Exercise extreme caution when operating on or crossing a gravel drive, walks, or roads. Stay
alert for hidden hazards or traffic.
6. Do not carry passengers.
7. Adjust skid shoes –housing height to clear gravel or crushed rock surface.
8. Keep clear of rotating parts. Do not put hands or feet under or into snow blower with engine
running and allow the rotating parts to stop BEFORE unclogging the collector/fan housing or
chute, and making any repairs, adjustments, or inspections. Use only a 36" long piece of
wood to unclog blower.
9. Park the skid steer/snow blower on level ground, place the transmission in neutral, set the
parking brake, disengage the Aux hydraulics, lower the equipment to the ground, place all
control levers in neutral, shut off the engine, remove the ignition key and allow the rotating
parts to stop BEFORE unclogging the collector/fan housing or chute, and making any repairs,
adjustments, or inspections. Use only a 36" long piece of wood to unclog blower.
10. If the snow blower starts to vibrate abnormally, disengage the Aux hydraulics, stop the
engine immediately and check for cause. Excessive vibration is generally a sign of trouble.
11. Do not run the engine indoors except when starting engine and transporting attachment in
or out of building. Carbon monoxide gas is colorless, odorless, and deadly.
12. Do not attempt to operate on steep slopes. If operating on slopes is necessary, exercise
extreme caution when changing direction.
13. Never operate snow blower without guards, and other safety protective devices in place.
14. Keep clear of chute discharge. This chute has the capability of throwing objects at far
distances.
15. Never operate snow blower near glass enclosures, automobiles, window wells,
embankments, etc. without proper adjustment of snow discharge angle.
16. Never operate machine at high transport speeds on a slippery surface.
17. Use extra caution when backing up.
18. Do not direct discharge at bystanders or animals. Ejected objects may cause injury.
19. Disengage power to auger/fan when transporting or when not in use.
20. Never operate the snow blower without good visibility and lighting.
21. Prolonged exposure to loud noise can cause impairment or loss of hearing. Wear a suitable
hearing device such as earmuffs or earplugs to protect against objectionable or
uncomfortable noises.
22. Never allow anyone near the work area.
