Walker 5600-20 - Manual (Page 8)

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS - continued
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Snowblower Operation
1. Before leaving the tractor/snowblower
unattended, take all possible precautions.
Park the tractor/snowblower on level
ground, place the transmission in neutral,
set the parking brake, disengage the PTO,
lower the snowblower to the ground, place
all levers including auxiliary control levers
in neutral, shut off the engine and remove
the ignition key.
2. Before starting the tractor/ snowblower,
remove the ice that might have
accumulated on the auger, inspect and
clean every rotating part.
3. Prior to operation, clear work area of all
objects that can be picked up and thrown.
Mark all curbs, pipes, etc. that cannot be
moved.
4. Be sure the PTO switch/lever is in
OFF/disengaged position before starting
engine.
5. Exercise extreme caution when operating
on or crossing a gravel drive, walks, or
roads. Stay alert for hidden hazards or
traffic.
6. Do not carry passengers.
7. Keep clear of all rotating parts. Do not put
hands or feet under, or into snowblower
with engine running. Be especially
observant of the snowblower areas of
discharge, intake or all other mechanical
motions.
8. Park the tractor/snowblower on level
ground, place the transmission in neutral,
set the parking brake, disengage the PTO,
lower the snowblower to the ground, place
all control levers in neutral, shut off the
engine, remove the ignition key and allow
the rotating parts to stop BEFORE
unclogging the housing or the chute and
making any repairs, adjustments or
inspections. Use only a 36" long stick of
wood to unclog the snowblower.
9. For your safety, do not work under any
hydraulically supported machine elements
that may creep down, suddenly drop or be
accidentally lowered.
10. If the snowblower starts to vibrate
abnormally, disengage the PTO, stop the
engine immediately and check for cause.
Excessive vibration is generally a sign of
trouble.
11. Do not run the engine indoors except when
starting engine and transporting
attachment in or out of building. Carbon
monoxide gas is colorless, odorless and
deadly.
12. Do not touch the engine or muffler while
the engine is running or immediately after
stopping the engine. These areas may be
hot enough to cause serious burns.
13. Do not attempt to operate on steep slopes.
If operating on slopes is necessary,
exercise extreme caution when changing
direction.
14. Never operate snowblower without guards,
and other safety protective devices in
place. All tractor and snowblower shields
and covers must be correctly installed at all
times. When necessary to remove these,
they must be reinstalled immediately.
15. Never operate snowblower near glass
enclosures, automobiles, window wells,
embankments, etc., without proper
adjustment of snow discharge angle.
16. Never operate machine at high transport
speeds on a slippery surface.
17. Use extra caution when backing up.
18. Disengage power to auger when
transporting or when not in use.
19. Never operate the snowblower without
good visibility and lighting.
20. Prolonged exposure to loud noise can
cause impairment or loss of hearing. Wear
a suitable hearing protective device such
as earmuffs or earplugs to protect against
objectionable or uncomfortable noises.
21. Never allow anyone near the work area.
22. Never allow anyone to operate the
snowblower until they have read the
manual completely and are thoroughly
familiar with basic tractor and snowblower
operation.