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3. TRACTOR REQUIREMENTS
Operating the blade with a tractor that does not meet the following requirements may cause tractor or blade
damage and be a potential danger to the operator and passersby.
Tractor Requirements and Capabilities
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ASABE approved Roll-Over Protective Structure (ROPS) or ROPS cab and seat belt.
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Tractor Safety Devices .................... Slow Moving Vehicle (SMV) emblem, lighting,
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Tractor Horsepower ......................... Max 50 PTO HP (2WD) Max 35 PTO HP (4WD)
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Hitch - 3 Point Hitch.......................... CAT I/QH
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Front End Weights............................ As needed to maintain 20% weight on front axle
3.1 ROPS and Seat Belt
The tractor must be equipped with a Roll-Over-Protective-Structure (ROPS) (tractor cab or roll-bar) and seat
belt to protect the operator from falling off the tractor, especially during a roll over where the driver could be
crushed and killed. Only operate the tractor with the ROPS in the raised position and seat belt fastened.
Tractor models not equipped with a ROPS and seat belt should have these life saving features installed by an
authorized dealer. OPS-U- 0003
Operate this Equipment only with a Tractor equipped with an approved roll-
over-protective system (ROPS). Always wear seat belts. Serious injury or even
death could result from falling off the tractor, particularly during a turnover when
the operator could be pinned under the ROPS.
3.2 Tractor Horsepower
The power required to operate these implements is determined by the tractor PTO horsepower. For most
operating conditions, the box blades require a tractor with the maximum of 50 PTO HP (2WD) and 35 PTO HP
(4WD). Operating these implements with a tractor that does not have adequate power may damage the tractor
engine. Exceeding the recommended horsepower may cause blade or rake damage by overpowering the unit
in heavy operating conditions.
SBX 48/60/65/72/78/84 09/20
© 2020 Alamo Group Inc.
OPERATION
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Operation Section 3-5
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