Section 4: Operating Instructions
SBD3596 & SBD35108 Snow Blowers 370-347M
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Inspection Procedures
Make the following inspections with Snow Blower
attached to a tractor, power take-off disengaged,
gearshift set in park or park brake set, engine shut off,
and switch key removed. Wait for all components to stop
rotating before dismounting tractor.
1. Inspect tractor safety equipment to make sure it is in
good working condition.
2. Check driveline guards to make certain they are in
good working condition and in place.
3. Check driveline to be sure it is securely connected to
tractor power take-off shaft and Snow Blower
gearbox shaft.
4. Check for and remove foreign objects wrapped
around auger and impeller.
5. Check for bent, broken, and extreme wear on auger
flighting and impeller. Repair or replace auger and
impeller as required.
6. Verify skid shoes are set at the correct height. Refer
to
on page 24 for detailed
instructions.
7.
Start tractor and carefully raise and lower implement
to ensure drawbar, tires, and other equipment on the
tractor do not contact Snow Blower frame or
driveline.
8. If tractor and Snow Blower have an interference,
lower Snow Blower to ground, shut tractor engine off,
remove switch key, and make necessary corrections
to the tractor and/or Snow Blower.
The remaining inspections are made by engaging power
take-off to check for auger and impeller interferences.
WARNING
!
To avoid serious injury or death:
•
Shutdown the power machine immediately if auger or
impeller makes contact with Snow Blower housing. Wait for
impeller and auger to come to a complete stop before
dismounting from skid steer or tractor to check for probable
causes. Make necessary repairs before continuing on.
•
Some tractors are equipped with two power take-off speeds.
Be certain your tractor’s power take-off shaft is set-up to
operate at the implement’s rated power take-off speed or
equipment breakage may result. See Specifications &
Capacities for rated power take-off speed.
9. Start tractor, set throttle to idle or slightly above idle,
and slowly engage power take-off.
10. Once Snow Blower is running smoothly, increase
tractor power take-off speed to the Snow Blower’s
rated power take-off speed. Stop power take-off
immediately if an unusual sound is heard.
11. Investigate cause of noise and make repairs before
putting Snow Blower back into service.
Transporting
WARNING
!
To avoid serious injury or death:
When traveling on public roadways, travel in such a way that
faster moving vehicles may pass safely. Use accessory lights,
clean reflectors, and a slow moving vehicle sign that is visible
from the back to warn operators in other vehicles of your
presence. Always comply with all federal, state, and local
1. Make sure driveline does not contact tractor or Snow
Blower when raising unit to transport position.
2. Reduce tractor ground speed when turning and leave
enough clearance so Snow Blower does not contact
obstacles such as buildings, trees, or fences.
3. Limit transport speed to 20 mph. Transport only with
a tractor of sufficient size and horsepower.
4. When traveling on roadways, transport in such a way
that faster moving vehicles may pass you safely.
5. Shift tractor to a lower gear when traveling over rough
or hilly terrain.
Tractor Shutdown Procedure
The following are basic tractor shutdown procedures.
Follow these procedures and any additional shutdown
procedures provided in your tractor Operator’s Manual
before leaving the operator’s seat.
1. Reduce engine speed and disengage power take-off
if engaged.
2. Park tractor and implement on level, solid ground.
3. Lower implement to ground or onto non-concrete
support blocks.
4. Put tractor in park or set park brake, turn off engine,
and remove ignition key to prevent unauthorized
starting.
5. Relieve all hydraulic pressure to auxiliary hydraulic
lines.
6. Wait for all components to come to a complete stop
before leaving the operator’s seat.
7.
Use steps, grab-handles and anti-slip surfaces when
stepping on and off the tractor.
IMPORTANT:
Always disengage tractor power take-
off before raising Snow Blower to transport position.
