OPERATION
OPERATION
DITCHER HEAD INSPECTION
•Inspect blades and bolts on ditcher head assembly for looseness and excessive wear. Make sure the unit is securely blocked up before doing maintenance. Replace damaged and worn blades as complete sets to maintain unit balance.
•Ensure hydraulic lines are properly connected to the hydraulic motor. Check for hydraulic leaks along hoses and fittings. DO NOT use your hands to check for oil leaks. Use a piece of heavy paper or cardboard to check for hydraulic oil leaks.
•Ensure rubber deflectors are in position and not damaged. Replace worn, broken, and missing sections immediately.
•Ensure hydraulic cylinder is installed and retained correctly. Ensure the proper size pins are used to retain the cylinder in place and are secured with pins.
Do not put hands or feet under mower decks. Blade Contact can result
in serious injury or even death. Stay away until all motion has stopped and the decks are securely blocked up.
All Safety Shields, Guards and other safety devices including (but not limited to) - Deflectors, Steel Guards and Gearbox Shields must be used and maintained in good working condition. All safety devices should be inspected carefully at least daily for missing or broken components. Missing, broken, or worn items must be replaced at once to reduce the possibility of injury or death from thrown objects, entanglement, or blade contact.
MACHETE BOOM 3/09 | Operation Section |
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