The Tractor; General Information; Operating The Tractor; During Operation - Blizzard B54 Operator And Parts Manual

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS - continued
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HE RACTOR

General Information

1. Read the operator's manual carefully before
using tractor. Lack of operating knowledge
can lead to accidents.

Operating the Tractor

1. Never run the tractor engine in a closed
building without adequate ventilation, as the
exhaust fumes are very dangerous.
2. Never allow an open flame near the fuel
tank or battery.
3. Make sure the shield is installed when
using a PTO-driven equipment and always
replace the shield if damaged.
4. Always bring the tractor to a complete stop,
shut off the engine, lower the implement to
the ground and remove the ignition key
before leaving the tractor.
5. Never park the tractor on a steep slope.
6. Do not attempt to operate on steep slopes.
7. Use of tire chains for better traction and
stability is recommended.
8. Always drive the
compatible with safety, especially when
operating over rough ground, crossing
ditches, or when turning.
9. Handle fuel with care, as it is highly
flammable.
10. Use approved fuel container.
11. Never add fuel to a running engine or a hot
engine.
12. Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care.
Never fill fuel tank indoors. Replace fuel
cap securely and wipe up spilled fuel.
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tractor at speeds
2. Do not allow anyone but the operator to ride
on the tractor. There is no safe place for
extra riders
13. Never allow
snowblower
familiar with basic tractor and snowblower
operation.
14. Make sure the tractor is counterweighted
as recommended by your dealer. Weights
provide the necessary balance to prevent
tip-over or loss of traction or steering.
15. Always make
components are properly installed and
securely fastened BEFORE operation.

During Operation

1. Do not allow anyone to ride on the
tractor/snowblower at any time. There is no
safe place
equipment. The operator MUST sit in the
tractor seat.
2. Eye and
recommended
snowblower.
3. Operate only during daylight hours, or when
the area is well lit with bright artificial light.
4. Disengage the PTO (turn to "OFF"), place
the transmission in neutral, set the parking
brake, shut off the engine and remove the
key, and make sure rotating components
have stopped
operator's seat.
5. Inspect the snowblower after striking any
foreign object to assure that all snowblower
parts are safe and secure and not
damaged.
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anyone to operate
until they are thoroughly
sure all snowblower
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when operating
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