Behlen 80110710ORG - Manual (Page 4)

When the use of hand tools is required
to perform any part of assembly,
installation, adjustment, maintenance,
repairing, removal or moving the blade,
be sure the tools used are designed
and recommended by the tool
manufacturer for that specific task.
Personal protection equipment
including hard hats, safety glasses,
safety shoes, and gloves are
recommended during assembly,
installation, operation, adjustments,
maintenance, repairing, removal, or
moving the Grader Blade, DO NOT
ALLOW long hair, loose fitting clothing
or jewelry to be around moving parts.
Always use two people to handle heavy,
unwieldy components during assembly,
installation, removal, or moving the
Grader Blade.
Never place any part of your body
where it would be in danger, if
movement should occur during
assembly, installation, operation,
maintenance, repairing, removal or
moving the Grader Blade.
Never place yourself between the
tractor and Grader Blade while
implement is in operation. When
removing, or adjusting equipment, be
sure your body is never under the
blade.
A heavy load can cause instability of the
tractor. Use extreme care during travel.
Slow down on turns and watch out for
bumps. The tractor may need front
counter-weights to counter-balance the
weight of the Grader Blade.
Never use alcoholic beverages or drugs
which can hinder alertness or
coordination while operating this
equipment. Consult your doctor about
operating this machine while taking
prescription and some over-the-counter
medications.
DO NOT ALLOW RIDERS on the Grader
Blade or tractor at any time. There is
NO safe place for any riders. NEVER
ALLOW CHILDREN TO OPERATE OR
BE AROUND BLADE.
Before you operate the Grader Blade, check
over all pins, bolts and connections to be
sure all are securely in place. Replace any
damaged or worn parts immediately.
Consult local utility companies to make
certain there are no buried gas lines,
electrical cables, etc., in the work area before
beginning operation.
Do NOT allow anyone who is not familiar with
the safety rules and operation instructions to
use this Grader Blade.
Never replace any bolt with any length other
than what is specified in this manual. A
longer, or protruding fastener is more likely to
grab loose clothing or gloves which can
result in serious injury or death.
Watch for hidden hazards on the terrain
during operation.
Turn curves or go up or down hills only at a
low speed and at a gradual steering angle.
Make certain that at least 20% of the tractor's
weight is on the front wheels to maintain safe
steering. Slow down on rough or uneven
surfaces, and loose gravel.
Check that all hardware is properly installed.
Always tighten all bolts to proper torque.
Make sure attachment is properly secured,
adjusted and in good operating condition.
Where replacement parts are necessary for
periodic maintenance and servicing, genuine
factory replacement parts must be used to
restore your equipment to original
specifications. The manufacturer will not be
responsible for the use of unapproved parts
and/or accessories and the damages that can
result in their use.
Keep alert and watch the front as well as the
rear when working with equipment. DO NOT
operate close to ditches or creeks. Be careful
to avoid catching implement on stumps or
other immovable objects.
Make adjustments to implement only when it
is attached to a tractor and blocked up.
Always keep all persons and children away
from area when performing adjustments,
service or maintenance. Worn edges can
seriously affect the Grader Blade's operation.
Check for wear before each use and replace
as necessary.
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
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