Snapper 1723445-02 - Manual (Page 2)

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Table of Contents
Adjustments.........................................................7
Skid Shoe Adjustment .....................................7
Spring Tension.................................................7
Lift Rod Adjustment .........................................8
Downward Pressure Adjustment .....................8
Initial Setup & Assembly
Dozer Components..........................................9
Assemble Blade.............................................10
Install Pivot Hitch ...........................................11
Install Dozer Blade ........................................11
Install Lift Rod................................................11
Install Angling Control Rod ............................12
Downward Pressure Lock..............................12
Removing & Attaching the Hitch & Blade
Removing & Attaching Dozer Blade ..............13
Lift Variations When Using Attachments
Lift Variations When Using Attachments .......14
Hardware Identification
& Torque Specifications
Chart..............................................................16
NOTE: In these instructions, “left” and “right” are
referred to as seen from the operating position.
Recommended Accessories ..............................1
Safety Rules & Information
General Warnings............................................2
Operating on Slopes........................................2
Preparation ......................................................2
Operating Safety..............................................2
Features & Controls ............................................3
Blade Angle Control Lever...............................3
Hydraulic Attachment Lift Lever.......................3
Manual Attachment Lift Lever ..........................3
General Operating Instructions
Checks Before Starting....................................4
Engine & Ground Speed Selection..................4
Transporting.....................................................4
Starting & Stopping .........................................4
Changing Angle of the Blade...........................5
Dozing Tips......................................................5
Snow Plowing Tips ..........................................5
Storage .................................................................5
Maintenance & Normal Care Schedule..............6
Schedule for Normal Care ...............................6
Lubricate the Dozer Blade ...............................6
Recommended Accessories
For best performance, it is recommended to use tire chains and two rear wheel weights. A rear-mounted weight
box can also be added for additional traction. The maximum weight added to the tractor should not exceed 35
lbs. per wheel, plus 100 additional pounds in the rear weight box.
For operation on slopes greater than 15% (8.5°), Quick Tach Weights, tire chains, and wheel weights are recom-
mended. Never operate on slopes greater than 17.6% (10°).
Required Accessories
A Lift Lever Kit is required for some of the models covered by this manual, and must be installed as part of hitch
installation.