Operation
Checks Before Starting
1.Refer to the Maintenance & Adjustments sections of this manual and perform any needed service. Also, refer to the tractor Operator’s Manual and perform any required service.
2.Remove any objects from the work area which might interfere with dozing activity.
3.Adjust the skid shoes to desired height. See Skid Shoe Adjustment.
4.Make sure all hardware is present and secure.
Engine & Ground Speed Selection
Always run the engine at full throttle.
Normally, a slow ground speed is best for dozing. The heavier the material, the slower the recommended ground speed. When dozing always set the
Transporting
1.Use the attachment lift to raise the dozer blade.
2.Adjust ground speed according to surface conditions. Select a slow ground speed when transporting on a slippery surface.
WARNING
Perform the Safety System Interlock test found in your tractor Operator’s Manual. If tractor does not pass the test, do not operate the tractor. See your authorized dealer. Under no circumstances should you attempt to defeat the safety system.
Use caution when dozing a snow covered area. Snow can cover objects such as curbs,
To prevent an explosion or fire, never store the tractor with fuel in the tank inside a building where an ignition source is present.
RAISE dozer blade before transporting or backing up.
DANGER
OPERATING ON SLOPES
CAN BE DANGEROUS
Never operate on slopes greater than 30 percent (16.7°) which is a rise of three feet vertically in 10 feet horizontally.
Operate the unit at a slow ground speed when driving onto slope. Avoid using brakes to control ground speed.
When operating on slopes that are greater than 15 percent (8.5°) but less than 30 percent, use additional wheel weights or counterweights.
In addition to counterweights, use extra caution when operating on slopes. Drive UP and DOWN the slope, never across the face, use caution when changing directions and DO NOT START OR STOP ON SLOPE.
Starting & Stopping
1.Start the tractor engine. Set engine throttle to full.
2.Raise the attachment lift and travel to the work site.
3.Stop the tractor and set the
4.Use the angling control lever to set the blade to the desired angle.
5.Lower the attachment lift and depress the forward ground speed pedal to plow.
6.Raise the plow before backing up.
7.To stop the tractor, release the ground speed control pedals. Before leaving the seat, stop the engine, set the parking brake, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop.
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