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13.7 Engaging the Snow Blower From the Skid Steer
Before engaging the snow blower, make certain that the area is clear of bystanders and passersby. Refer to
the skid steer operator's manual to determine the procedure to engage the front auxiliary hydraulics.
If you hear unusual noises or feel abnormal vibrations, disengage the snow blower immediately. Inspect the
snow blower to determine the cause of the noise or vibration and repair the problem immediately.
13.8 Skid Steer Operating Speed and Ground Speed
Ground speed for snowblower will depend upon the condition of the area to be snow blown. Recommended
speed for efficient snow blower performance is 1.5 mph. However, the speed at which the snow blower will
operate at peak performance is dependent upon terrain and snow conditions. Reduce ground speed
when operating in heavy or wet snow conditions. Operate the implement at its full rated PTO speed to maintain
speed for snow blower operation. Refer to the tractor operator's manual or the tractor instrument panel for the
engine speed and gear to provide the required PTO and desired ground speed. Make sure that the
snowblower is operating at its full rated speed before entering the field or paved areas to be snow blown. If it
becomes necessary to temporarily regulate engine speed, increase or decrease the throttle gradually.
Ground speed is achieved by transmission speed and not by the engine speed. The operator may be required
to experiment to determine the best travel speed which provides the best performance from the snow blower
and most efficient skid steer operation. As the severity of snow blowing conditions increase, the ground speed
should be decreased while maintaining the rated snow blower operating speed.
Blow snow at the speed that you can safely operate and control the Tractor and Snow
Blower. Safe speed depends on terrain and snow conditions. Normal ground speed range
is from 0.5 to 1.5 mph. Use slow speeds when operating on or near steep slopes, ditches,
drop-offs, overhead obstructions, power lines, or when debris and foreign objects are to be
avoided.
14. OPERATING THE SNOW BLOWER
When ready for field use, stop the snow blower and
set the chute deflector to the desired position. Next
adjust the snow blower skid shoes. Loosen the
bolts, adjust shoe so that the blade is at the desired
height then retighten the bolts. Make sure that the
blade is running at an even height at both ends.
Scraper blade clearances of about 1/8" are
sufficient for paved surfaces. When running over
uneven or gravelled surfaces keep blade clearance
at about 1" to avoid blowing rocks & debris.
Before operating the snow blower recheck that all
fasteners, nuts, bolts, screws and cotter pins are in
place and all bolts are torqued to specification.
SBX-75/87 04/19
© 2019 Alamo Group Inc.
OPERATION
(SSB-4)
Operation Section 4-36
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