OPERATION
OPERATION
7.1 Skid Steer Pre-Operation Inspection/Service
Refer to the skid steer operator’s manual to ensure
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turer recommendations. The following is a partial list of items requiring inspection:
•Tire condition/air pressure
•Wheel lug bolts
•SMV sign is clean and visible
•Skid Steer lights are clean and functional
•Skid Steer Seat belt is in good condition
•Skid Steer operator enclosure is in good condition
•Operator front protective door condition
•No oil leaks
•Radiator free of debris
•Engine oil level and condition
•Engine coolant level and condition
•Hydraulic oil level and condition
•Fuel condition and level
•Sufficient lubrication at all lube points
•Air filter condition
7.2 Mower Pre-Operation Inspection/Service
Before each mower use, a complete inspection and service is required to ensure the mower is in a good and safe working condition. Damaged and/or broken parts should be repaired and/or replaced immediately. To ensure the mower is ready for operation, conduct the following.
All Safety Shields, Guards and Safety devices including (but not limited to) - the Deflectors, Chain Guards and Height Limiting Safety Chain should 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.
Replace bent or broken blades with new blades. NEVER ATTEMPT TO STRAIGHTEN, WELD, OR WELD HARDFACING ON BLADES SINCE THIS WILL LIKELY CRACK OR OTHERWISE DAMAGE THE BLADE WITH SUBSEQUENT FAILURE AND POSSIBLE SERIOUS INJURY FROM THROWN BLADES.
SL60 03/08 | Operation Section |
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