Transporting The Skid Steer And Snow Blower; Transporting Skid Steer On Public Roadways - Schulte SBX-75/87 Operator's Manual

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19. TRANSPORTING THE SKID STEER AND SNOW BLOWER

Inherent dangers of operating the skid steer and snow blower and the possibility of accidents are not left

behind when you finish snow blowing an area. One must also use good judgement and safe operation

practices when transporting the skid steer and snow blower between locations. By using good judgement and

following safe transport procedures, the possibility of accidents while moving between locations can be

substantially minimized.

Never allow children or other persons to ride on the Power Unit or

Implement. Falling off can result in serious injury or death.

Before transporting the skid steer and snow blower, idle the skid steer engine, disengage the auxiliary

hydraulics and wait for all implement moving parts to come to a complete stop. When transporting, only raise

the implement enough to clear ground obstacles. Never raise the snow blower to a height that impairs the

operator's vision to the front of the snow blower.

Never allow children or other persons to ride on the Power Unit or

Implement. Falling off can result in serious injury or death.

Make certain that the "Slow Moving Vehicle" (SMV) sign is installed in such a way as to be

clearly visible and legible. When transporting the Equipment use the Power Unit flashing

warning lights and follow all local traffic regulations.

Check with your local department of transportation to determine if it is legal to drive a skid steer on a public

roadway. Extreme caution should be used when transporting the skid steer and snow blower on public

roadways. The skid steer must be equipped with all required safety warning features including a SMV emblem

and flashing warning lights to alert drivers of the skid steer's presence. Remember that roadways are primarily

designed for automotive drivers and most drivers will not be looking out for you, therefore, you must look out

for them. Check your side view mirrors frequently and remember that vehicles will approach quickly because of

the skid steer's slower speed. Be extremely cautious when the piece of equipment that you are towing is wider

than the skid steer tire width and/or extends beyond your lane of the road.

When operating on public roads, have consideration for other road users. Pull to the side of the road

occasionally to allow all following traffic to pass. Do not exceed the legal speed limit set in your country for

agricultural and industrial type equipment. Always stay alert when transporting the skid steer and mower on

public roads. Use caution and reduce speed if other vehicles or pedestrians are in the area.

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