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Checking the Tire Pressure
Check the tire pressure
The correct tire pressure is 96.5 kPa (14 psi).
Checking the Torque of the
Wheel Lug Nuts
Service Interval: After the first 10 hours
Check the torque of the wheel lug nuts initially and
after the first 10 hours of operation.
WARNING
Failure to maintain proper torque could result
in failure or loss of wheel and could result in
personal injury.
Torque wheel lug nuts to 95 to 122 N⋅ ⋅ ⋅ m (70
to 90 ft-lb).
Performing Daily
Maintenance
Before starting the machine each day, perform
the Each Use/Daily procedures listed in
Maintenance Checklist (page
(Figure
9).
Figure 9
Daily
20).
During Operation
During Operation Safety
General Safety
•
The owner/operator can prevent and is responsible
for accidents that may cause personal injury or
property damage.
•
Wear appropriate clothing, including eye
protection; long pants; substantial, slip-resistant
footwear; and hearing protection. Tie back long
hair and do not loose clothing or loose jewelry.
•
Do not operate the machine while ill, tired, or
under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
•
Use your full attention while operating the
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machine. Do not engage in any activity that
causes distractions; otherwise, injury or property
damage may occur.
•
Discharged air has considerable force and could
cause injury or loss of footing. Stay away from the
blower nozzle when the machine is operating.
•
Keep all bystanders away; shut off the machine
when bystanders enter the area, do not direct
discharge toward them.
•
Do not operate the machine when it is not
connected to a towing vehicle.
•
Do not run the engine in or direct the blower nozzle
into a confined area without adequate ventilation.
Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an
odorless gas that is fatal if inhaled.
•
Do not carry passengers on the machine and
keep bystanders and pets away from the machine
during operation.
•
Operate the machine only in good visibility to avoid
holes or hidden hazards.
•
Look behind and down before backing up to be
sure of a clear path.
•
Use care when approaching blind corners, shrubs,
trees, or other objects that may obscure your
vision.
•
Never run an engine in an area where exhaust
gasses are enclosed.
•
Never leave a running machine unattended.
•
Before you leave the operator's position, do the
following:
– Park the machine on a level surface.
– Engage the tow vehicle parking brake.
– Shut off the engine and remove the key (if
equipped).
– Wait for all movement to stop.
•
When transporting the machine on public roads,
follow all traffic regulations and use any additional
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