Behlen 80111120YEL - Manual (Page 4)

When the use of hand tools is required
to perform any part of assembly,
installation, adjustment, maintenance,
repairing, removal or moving the blade,
be sure the tools used are designed
and recommended by the tool
manufacturer for that specific task.
Personal protection equipment
including hard hats, safety glasses,
safety shoes, and gloves are
recommended during assembly,
installation, operation, adjustments,
maintenance, repairing, removal, or
moving the Box Blade.
Always use two people to handle heavy,
unwieldy components moving the Box
Blade.
Never place any part of your body
where it would be in danger, if
movement should occur during
assembly, operation, maintenance,
repairing, or moving the Box Blade.
Never place yourself between the
tractor and Box Blade while implement
is in operation. When removing, or
adjusting equipment, be sure your body
is never under the blade.
A heavy load can cause instability of the
tractor. Use extreme care during travel.
Slow down on turns and watch out for
bumps. The tractor may need front
counter-weights to counter-balance the
weight of the Box Blade.
Never use alcoholic beverages or drugs
which can hinder alertness or
coordination while operating this
equipment. Consult your doctor about
operating this machine while taking
prescription and some over-the-counter
medications.
DO NOT ALLOW RIDERS on the Box
Blade or tractor at any time. There is
NO safe place for any riders. NEVER
ALLOW CHILDREN TO OPERATE OR
BE AROUND BLADE.
Before you operate the Box Blade,
check over all pins, bolts and
connections to be sure all are securely
in place. Replace any damaged or worn
parts immediately.
Consult local utility companies to make
certain there are no buried gas lines,
electrical cables, etc., in the work area before
beginning operation.
Do NOT allow anyone who is not familiar with
the safety rules and operation instructions to
use this Box Blade.
Never replace any bolt with any length other
than what is specified in this manual. A
longer, or protruding fastener is more likely to
grab loose clothing or gloves which can
result in serious injury or death.
Watch for hidden hazards on the terrain
during operation.
Turn curves or go up or down hills only at a
low speed and at a gradual steering angle.
Make certain that at least 20% of the tractor's
weight is on the front wheels to maintain safe
steering. Slow down on rough or uneven
surfaces, and loose gravel.
Check that all hardware is properly installed.
Always tighten all bolts to proper torque.
Make sure attachment is properly secured,
adjusted and in good operating condition.
Where replacement parts are necessary for
periodic maintenance and servicing, genuine
factory replacement parts must be used to
restore your equipment to original
specifications. The manufacturer will not be
responsible for the use of unapproved parts
and/or accessories and the damages that can
result in their use.
Keep alert and watch the front as well as the
rear when working with equipment. DO NOT
operate close to ditches or creeks. Be careful
to avoid catching implement on stumps or
other immovable objects.
Make adjustments to implement only when it
is attached to a tractor and blocked up.
Always keep all persons and children away
from area when performing adjustments,
service or maintenance. Worn edges can
seriously affect the Box Blade's operation.
Check for wear before each use and replace
as necessary.
Know your controls and how to stop your
tractor, engine, and implement quickly in an
emergency.
Do not operate the Box Blade without
checking that all movable parts are in good
working order. always use care when
operating Box Blade.
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
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