OPERATION
The operator is responsible for the safe operation of this equipment. Operators must be instructed in and be capable of the safe operation of the equipment, its attachments and all controls. Do not allow anyone to operate this equipment without proper instructions.
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Safety instructions are important! Read all attachment and power unit manuals; follow all safety rules and safety decal information. (Replace- ment manuals and safety decals are available from your dealer. To locate your nearest dealer, check the Dealer Locator at www.WoodsEquipment.com, or in the United States and Canada call
Never allow children or untrained persons to operate equipment.
Power unit must be equipped with ROPS and seat belt/operator restraint. Keep seat belt/operator restraint securely fastened/engaged. Falling off power unit can result in death from being run over or crushed. Keep ROPS systems in place at all times.
Before leaving operator's seat, lower lift arms and put attachment on the ground. Engage brake, stop engine, remove key, and remove seat belt.
Never go underneath equipment (lowered to the ground or raised) unless it is properly blocked and secured. Never place any part of the body under- neath equipment or between moveable parts even when the engine has been turned off. Hydraulic system leak down, hydraulic system failures, mechanical failures, or movement of control levers can cause equipment to drop or rotate unexpect- edly and cause severe injury or death. Follow Oper- ator's Manual instructions for working underneath and blocking requirements or have work done by a qualified dealer.
ATTACH BROOM TO SKID STEER
Read the skid steer operator's manual connecting and removing instructions.
Position hydraulic hoses so they will not be pinched when connecting the
The skid steer coupler handles should be in the unlocked position and the lock pins retracted.
Figure 1. Skid Steer Coupler Handles - Unlocked
Move to the skid steer operator seat and start engine.
Lower skid steer lift arms to their lowest position.
Carefully move and align the skid steer to the pick-up broom. The top of the skid steer coupler must slide into the broom flange, Figure 3.
Roll the skid steer coupler into the pick-up broom so the coupler handles can be engaged.
Shut off the engine, set brake, and remove key. Dis- mount the skid steer.
Move the skid steer coupler handles to the locked posi- tion, see Figure 2. The lock pins must be completely extended and secured into the slots provided on the pick-up broom, Figure 3.
Connect hydraulic hoses to skid steer auxiliary quick couplers.
Figure 2. Skid Steer Coupler Handles - Locked
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