Erskine Attachments 725FM User manual

Model 725FM
Front Mounted
Snowblower
For
Compact Tractors 30-60 HP
Operator’s Manual
Set-Up Assembly
Maintenance
Parts Information
Read this Manual Before Use

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NOTE: Erskine Attachments LLC reserves the right to make
improvements in design or changes in specifications at any time without
notice and without incurring any obligations to install them on units
previously sold.
TABLE OF CONTENTS I
SAFETY
3-4
SERIAL NUMBER/DECAL LOCATION
5-6
SET-UP ASSEMBLY
7-16
MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS
17-20
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
21-22
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
23-27
PARTS INFORMATION
28-39
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
40
BOLT TORQUE INFORMATION
41
NOTES
42
WARRANTY
43
REFERENCE INFORMATION
Write the serial number for your attachment in the spaces below. Always refer to this serial
number when calling for service or parts.
Attachment Serial Number………….._____________
YOUR ATTACHMENTS DEALER
ADDRESS:
PHONE:
CONTACT:

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The signal words CAUTION, WARNING, or
DANGER are used to indicate hazards.
Indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
may result in minor or moderate injury.
Indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury.
The word IMPORTANT is used in the text when
immediate damage will occur due to improper
technique or operation.
The word NOTE is used to convey information that
is out of context with the manual text; special
information such as specifications, techniques,
reference information, and other information of a
supplementary nature.
The user is responsible for inspecting the machine
daily, and for having parts repaired or replaced when
continued use of the machine would cause damage,
excessive wear to other parts or make the machine
unsafe for continued operation.
If an operating procedure, tool device, maintenance
or work method not specifically recommended is
used, you must satisfy yourself that it is safe for you
and others. You must also ensure that the
attachment will not be damaged or made unsafe by
the procedures you choose.
Erskine Attachments LLC cannot anticipate every
possible circumstance that might involve potential
hazard. The safety messages found in this manual
and on the machine are therefore not all inclusive.
Throughout this manual, reference may be made to
the left hand (LH) or right hand (RH) side. These
terms are used as viewed from the operator’s seat
facing front.
SAFETY
DO NOT use or perform maintenance on this machine until this manual has been
read and understood. In addition, read the Operation and Maintenance
Manual(s) pertaining to the attachment and the attachment carrier (“Tractor”).

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SAFETY I
Improper operation can cause serious
injury or death.
Pre-operation
•This attachment is designed for blowing snow only.
NEVER use this attachment for any other purpose.
•Read the operator’s manual for the “Compact
Tractor”. NEVER allow untrained people to
operate.
•Operating instructions must be given to everyone
before operating this attachment and at least once
a year thereafter in accordance with OSHA
regulations.
•NEVER exceed the maximum recommended input
power or speed specifications for the attachment.
Over-powering or over-speeding the attachment
may cause personal injury and/or machine
damage.
•Keep all shields, guards, and covers in place.
•Do not modify equipment or add attachments that
are not approved by Erskine Attachments LLC.
•Use adequate safety warning lights anddevices as
required by local regulations. Obey all local laws
and regulations regarding machine operation on
public property.
Operation
•Avoid loose fittingclothing. Clothing or hair caught
in moving parts may leadto serious injury ordeath.
•Hydraulic connections may be hot after use. Use
gloves if connecting or disconnecting after use.
•To protect the operator from hearing loss, ear
protection is required unless the tractor is
equipped with a noise reduction cab that meets
OSHA 1910.95 standard.
•Always wear eye protection that meets z87.1 or
use with an enclosure that provides similar
protection.
•Check and be sure all operating controls are in
neutral before starting the engine.
Operation (continued)
•Keep people away from the tractor, attachment,
and discharge when in use. This attachment
sends objects flying and has rotating parts.
NEVER direct discharge toward people –rocks
and debris can be thrown.
•NEVER operate near embankments or terrain that
is so steep that rollover could occur.
•Always stay in the operator position when using
the attachment.
•Before leaving the operator’s position, disengage
PTO drive, lower the snowblower to rest flat on the
ground, stop engine, set park brake, and wait for
all motion to stop.
•NEVER place hands in the discharge chute or
clear debris while the engine is running.
Avoid High Pressure Fluids Hazard
•Escaping fluid under pressure can
penetrate the skin causing serious
injury.
•Avoid the hazard by relieving the
pressure before disconnecting
hydraulic lines.
•Use a piece of paper or cardboard, NOT BODY
PARTS, to check for suspected leaks. Wear
protective gloves and safety glasses or goggles
when servicing or performing maintenance on
hydraulic systems.
•If an accident occurs, see a doctor immediately.
Any fluid injected into the skin must be surgically
removed within a few hours or gangrene may
result.
Maintenance
•NEVER make adjustments, lubricate, clean, or
perform any service on the machine while it is in
operation.
•Make sure the attachment is serviced on a daily
basis. Improper maintenance can cause serious
injury or death in addition to damage to the
attachment and/or your equipment.

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SERIAL NUMBER AND SAFETY DECAL LOCATIONS
Serial Number Location:
It is important to refer to the serial number of the attachment when making repairs or ordering parts. Early or later
models (identification made by serial number) may use different parts, or it may be necessary to use different
procedures in doing a specific operation.