Section 9: Snow Blower
Figure 3-8. Snow blower is an attachment that is used to remove large quantities of snow.
Pre-storm activities
Well before a storm strikes, be sure to:
- service engine
- lubricate all fittings
- check all electrical components
- attach to loader and check operation of snow blower
- start blower monthly (service day) to keep system charged
- ensure snow blower is full of fuel.
During the storm activities
While using the equipment during a storm:
- lubricate after each eight hours of use
- check all attachment points at two-hour intervals (pins, hoses, etc.)
- perform walk around during operation to check for problems.
Post storm activities
Once the storm is over, be sure to:
- clean equipment
- lubricate all fittings and moveable points on the equipment
- check operation of equipment before removal from loader to ensure correct operation before storing
- service equipment as necessary.