(7.1) Tractor Pre-Operation Inspection/Service; (7.2) Snow Blower Pre-Operation Inspection/Service - Alamo Great White 8650-A Operator's Manual

7.1 Tractor Pre-Operation Inspection/Service
Refer to the tractor operator's manual to ensure a
complete pre-operation inspection and scheduled
service is performed according to manufacturer
recommendations. The following is a partial list of items
requiring inspection:
Tire condition/air pressure
Wheel lug bolts
Steering linkage
PTO shield
SMV sign is clean and visible
Tractor's lights are clean and functional
Tractor Seat belt is in good condition
Tractor cab or ROPS is in good condition
ROPS is in the raised position
No tractor oil leaks
Radiator free of debris
Engine oil level and condition
Engine coolant level and condition
Power brake fluid level
Power steering fluid level
Fuel condition and level
Sufficient lubrication at all lube points
Air filter condition
7.2 Snow Blower Pre-Operation Inspection/Service
Before each implement use, a complete inspection and
service is required to ensure the implement is in a good
and safe working condition. Damaged and/or broken
parts should be repaired and/or replaced immediately.
To ensure the implement is ready for operation, conduct
the following.
Ensure that the Manual Holder secured to the
Implement with the Operator's Manual inside.
Ensure all decals are in place and legible. Replace
missing, worn, and unlegible decals.
NOTE: The snow blower Operator's Manual and affixed
Decals contain important instructions on the safe and
proper use of the snow blower. Maintain these important
safety features on the snow blower in good condition
to ensure the information is available to the operator at
all times.
Check that the main driveline is securely attached
to the tractor and the locking collar is seated in
the groove of the PTO shaft.
Check that the snow blower driveline is securely
attached.
Inspect that the snow blower pivot pins are the
proper size, correctly installed, and secured to the
tractor lift arms with retaining pins inserted.
8650A 07/05
© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.
OPERATION
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