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B. OPERATION
NOTE
The blade is designed for clearing snow,
leveling soft dirt or sand and other light duty
dozer jobs. The spring trip release protects the
blade, tractor and operator from severe shock
loads when the blade comes in contact with
curbs and other obstacles. The blade has a
reversible and replaceable cutting edge.
WARNING
Before operating the tractor, familiarize yourself
with the SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR
RIDING VEHICLES starting on page 2.
WARNING
Operate the tractor at a slow ground speed until
familiar with the operation of the blade.
CAUTION
Never operate the tractor at high speeds. A
collision with a hidden obstacle may damage
the blade cutting edge and unseat the driver.
1. Pushing snow. Adjust the shoes so the blade
cutting edge just clears the pavement. In large
open flat areas, the tractor can be operated at
medium speed.
2. Light grading. For light grading and spreading soil,
sand, gravel, etc., adjust the shoes so they are
even with the cutting edge. Control the blade
position with the tractor implement lift. Operate the
tractor at slow or medium speed.
3. Heavy grading. For heavy grading of soil, sand,
gravel, etc., adjust the shoes so they are slightly
above the cutting edge. Control the blade position
with the tractor implement lift. Operate the tractor
at slow speed.
4. Terracing. For terracing, adjust the shoes so they
are approximately 1/4 inch or more above the
cutting edge, depending on the rate of blade
penetration desired. Angle the blade away from
the trench cut by the blade. Control the blade
depth with the tractor implement lift. Operate the
tractor at slow speed.
Once the desired angle of the terrace is achieved,
level the blade and continue grading until the
desired terrace depth or width is obtained.
CAUTION
To avoid an accident or injury, do not allow
adults to operate the blade without proper
instruction. Never allow children to operate.
5. Lubrication. Periodically lubricate the pivot points
between the A-frame and pivot plate with a good
grade of grease. Periodically spray lube the pivot
latch components.