Crossing Ditches And Steep Inclines - Schulte RDX-117 Operator's Manual

9.4 Crossing Ditches and Steep Inclines

Damage resulting from over-collapse of the driveline's inner profile and its outer housing
may allow the driveline to come loose from the Tractor which could cause bodily injury to
the operator or bystanders and/or extensive damage to the Tractor or Implement
When confronted with an incline or ditch, do not
approach from an angle which is perpendicular or
straight on as damaged to over collapse of the
driveline may occur.
When crossing such terrain, the implement should
be fully lowered for a lower center of gravity and
added stability. OPS-R-0021
Inclines and ditches should be approached along a
line which is at an angle as shown. This type of
path will reduce the possibility of over-collapse of
the driveline and resulting damage. If the gradient
is so steep that such an approach increases the
possibility of a tractor roll-over, select an alternate
crossing path.
When operating the tractor and implement across
slopes and inclines, through ditches, and other
uneven terrain conditions, it is important to maintain
sufficient deck to ground clearance. If too much
snow is being carried into the snow blower, reduce
the working depth. Ground contact also produces a
severe shock load on the snow blower drive and
resulting in possible damage and premature wear.
OPS-SB-0024
RDX-117 06/20
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