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Operation
5WPMAN0266 (Rev. 5/23/2008)
OPERATION
The operator is responsible for the safe operation of
this equipment. The operator must be properly trained.
Operators should be familiar with the equipment, the
tractor, and all safety practices before starting opera-
tion. Read the safety rules and safety decals, page 4
through page 7.
The box blades are designed for a wide range of appli-
cations: scarifying, scraping, leveling, grading, and
backfilling.
Power unit must be equipped with ROPS or
ROPS cab and seat belt. Keep seat belt securely
fastened. Falling off power unit can result in death
from being run over or crushed. Keep foldable
ROPS system in “locked up” position at all times.
Never allow children or untrained persons to
operate equipment.
Keep bystanders away from equipment.
Keep hands, feet, hair, and clothing away from
equipment while engine is running. Stay clear of all
moving parts.
Always wear relatively tight and belted clothing
to avoid getting caught in moving parts. Wear
sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and protective
equipment for eyes, hair, hands, hearing, and head;
and respirator or filter mask where appropriate.
PRE-OPERATION CHECK LIST
(OWNER’S RESPONSIBILITY)
___ Review and follow all safety rules and safety
decal instructions, page 4 through page 7.
___ Check that equipment is properly and securely
attached to tractor.
___ Check that all safety decals are installed and in
good condition. Replace if damaged.
___ Check that all hardware is properly installed and
secured.
___ Do not allow riders.
___ Make sure tractor ROPS or ROPS cab and seat
belt are in good condition. Keep seat belt
securely fastened during operation.
CONNECTING BOX BLADE
TO TRACTOR
The box blade is compatible with tractors equipped
with Category 1 or Category 2, 3-point hitch systems
that use side-swing type lower lift arms.
The box blades will also fit tractors equipped with a
Category 1 Quick Hitch system.
NOTE:
When attaching box blade to any hitch other
than a standard Category 1 hitch, bushings (Kit
5WP1003832) must be purchased separately.
Category 1 Standard
(Figure 1)
1.
Attach the tractor's lower lift arms to the box blade
through the lower, inner set of holes.
2.
Use the mounting pin supplied with your box blade
and re-install the lynch pins.
3.
Attach the tractor’s top link to the box blade’s mast
using the heavy-duty top link pin and retaining pin
supplied with the top link.
Figure 1
. Category 1 Hitch Set-Up
WARNING
CAUTION
