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Do not put hands or feet under implement as it can result in death or
serious injury.
are securely blocked up.
Make sure the PTO shield, integral driveline shields, and input shields
are installed when using PTO-driven equipment.
shield if it is damaged or missing.
10.3 PTO RPM 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 gear selection and not by the engine operating speed. The operator
may be required to experiment with several gear range combinations to determine the best gear and range
which provides the most ideal performance from the snowblower and most efficient tractor operation. As the
severity of operation conditions increase, the ground speed should be decreased by selecting a lower gear to
maintain the proper operating PTO 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.
RDX-117 06/20
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OPERATION
Stay away until all motion has stopped and the frames
(STL-3)
(SSB-4)
Operation Section 4-26
Always replace any
(S3PT-8)
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