Pto Rpm Ground Speed - Schulte FM-115 Operator's Manual

When operating a Schulte SV-Plow that is attached to a Schulte FM-115, keep the lift
cylinder hydraulic in 'FLOAT' mode. This will prevent excessive down-pressure which could
cause machine failure, machinery and tractor damage, injury or even death.
Extreme care should be taken when operating near loose objects
such as gravel, rocks, wire and other debris. Foreign objects
should be removed from the site to prevent machine damage and/
or bodily injury or even death. Any object that cannot be removed
must be clearly marked and carefully avoided by the operator.
Stop snow blowing immediately if the auger or fan strikes a foreign
object. Repair all damage before resuming snow blowing.
Many varied objects, such as wire, cable, rope, or chains can become entangled in the
operating parts of the Snow Blower. These items could then swing outside the housing at
high speeds. Such a situation is extremely hazardous and could result in serious injury or
even death. Inspect the work area for such objects before snow blowing. Remove any like
object from the site. Never allow the auger to contact such items.
Move snow at the speed that you can safely operate and control the Tractor and Implement.
Safe speed depends on terrain and snow conditions. Normal ground speed range is from
0.5 to 1.5 mph. When plowing snow, do not exceed 15 mph. Equipment damage, loss of
control, injury or even death may occur. 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.
Snow Blowers are capable under adverse conditions of throwing
objects for great distances (200 feet or more). Do not allow the
snow stream to fall on passersby. Ice, debris and heavy snow
thrown from the snow blower can cause serious injury or death.
(SSB-7)
STOP SNOW BLOWING IF PASSERSBY ARE WITHIN 200 FEET.

9.1 PTO RPM Ground Speed

Recommended ground speed for efficient snow blower performance is 1.5 mph. However, the optimum ground
speed will be dependent on terrain and snow conditions. Reduce ground speed when operating in heavy or
wet snow conditions. Operate the implement at full rated PTO speed for best performance. 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. The operator may need to experiment to determine the best ground speed for
efficient performance.
Move snow at the speed that you can safely operate and control the Tractor and Implement.
Safe speed depends on terrain and snow conditions. Normal ground speed range is from
0.5 to 1.5 mph. When plowing snow, do not exceed 15 mph. Equipment damage, loss of
control, injury or even death may occur. 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.
FM-115 07/15
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OPERATION
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