Tar River Implements CSP Series User manual

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CSP Series
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Operator’s Manual

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TO THE DEALER:
Assembly and proper installation of this product is the responsibility of the Tar River dealer. Read manual
instructions and safety rules. Make sure all items on the Dealer’s Pre-Delivery and Delivery Check Lists in the
Owner’s/Operator’s Manual are completed before releasing equipment to the owner.
TO THE OWNER:
Read this manual before operating your Tar River equipment. The information presented will prepare you to
do a better and safer job. Keep this manual handy for ready reference. Require all operators to read this manual
carefully and become acquainted with all the adjustment and operating procedures before attempting to
operate. Replacement manuals can be obtained from your selling dealer. The equipment you have purchased
has been carefully engineered and manufactured to provide dependable and satisfactory use. Like all
mechanical products, it will require cleaning and upkeep. Lubricate the unit as specified. Observe all safety
information in this manual and safety decals on the equipment. For service, your authorized Tar River dealer
has trained mechanics, genuine Tar River service parts, and the necessary tools and equipment to handle all
your needs. Use only genuine Tar River service parts. Substitute parts will void the warranty and may not meet
standards required for safe and satisfactory operation.
Record your implement model and serial number in the space provide below. Your dealer will need this
information to give you prompt, efficient service.
Model Number: ______________________________________
Serial Number: _______________________________________
Date Purchased: ______________________________________

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Introduction …………………………………………………………………………………………….. 5
Technical Specifications ……………………………………………………………………………….. 5
Safety …………………………………………………………………………………………………… 6
Safety Signal Words ……………………………………………………………………………………. 6
General Safety Guidelines ……………………………………………………………………………… 7
Safety Decal Care ………………………………………………………………………………………. 7
Before Operation ……………………………………………………………………………………….. 8
During Operation ……………………………………………………………………………………….. 9
Highway And Transport Operations …………………………………………………………………… 10-11
Installing and Removing….…………………………………………………………………………….. 12
Operation…………....…………………………………………………………………………………... 13-15
Maintenance/Service...………………………………………………………………………………….. 16
Torque Specifications ………………………………………………………………………………….. 17
Parts Breakdown ……………………………………………………………………………………….. 19-25
Decals…………………………………………………………………………………………………… 26
Warranty ………………………………………………………………………………………………... 27
Table of Contents

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Thank you for purchasing your CSP Compact Snow Blade. The CSP Compact Snow Blade can use a rubber
edge as well as a metal edge. The CSP comes standard with a Universal Skid Steer Mount.
Technical Specifications
• Standard Universal Skid Steer Mount
• Reversable & replaceable rubber edge
• Hydraulic angle, left or right
• Spring loaded & automatic trip
• Available sizes: 60”, 72”, 84” & 96”
CSP60NE CSP72NE CSP84NE CSP96NE
Weight 517 lbs. 537 lbs. 556 lbs. 587 lbs.
Introduction

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Safety
It is important that you read the entire manual and to become familiar with this product before you begin using
it. This product is designed for certain applications only. The manufacturer cannot be responsible for issues
arising from modification. We strongly recommend this product not be modified and /or used for any
application other than that for which it is designed. If you have any questions relative to a particular
application, DO NOT use the product until you have first contacted us to determine if it can or should be
performed on the product.
Read and understand this manual and all safety signs before operating and maintaining . Review the safety
instructions and precautions annually.
Safety Signal Words
TAKE NOTE! This safety alert symbol found though out this manual is used to call you attention to
instructions involving you personal safety and the safety of others. Failure to follow these instructions
can result in injury or death.
This symbol means:
Attention!
Become alert!
Your safety is involved!
Note the use of the signal words, DANGER, WARNING and CAUTION with the safety messages.
The appropriate signal word for each has been selected using the following guidelines:
DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result in death or
serious injury. This signal word is to be limited to the most extreme situations typically for machine
components which, for functional purposes, cannot be guarded.
WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury, and includes hazards that are exposed when guards are removed. It may also be used
to alert against unsafe practices.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury. It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices.
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General Safety Guidelines
Safety of the operator is one of the main concerns in designing and developing a new piece of equipment.
Designers and manufacturers build in as many safety features as possible. However, every year many accidents
occur which could have been avoided by a few seconds of thought and a more careful approach to handling
equipment. You, the operator, can avoid many accidents by observing the following precautions in this section.
To avoid personal injury, study the following precautions and insist those working with you, or for you, follow
them.
Replace any DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION or instruction safety decal that is not readable or is missing.
Location of such decals are indicated in this manual. Do not attempt to operate this equipment under the
influence of drugs or alcohol.
Review the safety instructions with all users annually.
This equipment is dangerous to children and persons unfamiliar with its operation. The operator should be a
responsible adult familiar with farm machinery and trained in this equipment’s operations. Do not allow
persons to operate or assemble this unit until they have read this manual and have developed a
thorough understanding of the safety precautions and of how it works.
To prevent injury of death, use a tractor equipped with a Roll Over Protection System (ROPS). Do not paint
over, remove or deface any signs or warning decals on your equipment. Observe all safety signs and practice
the instructions on them.
Never exceed the limits of a piece of machinery. If its ability to do a job, or to do so safely, is in question -
Don’t try it!
• Keep safety signs clean and legible at all times.
• Replace safety signs that are missing or have become illegible.
• Replaced parts that displayed a safety sign should also display the current safety sign
• Safety signs are available from your Distributor or Dealer Parts Department or the factory.
Safety Decal Care
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How to install Safety Signs:
• Be sure that the installation area is clean and dry.
• Decide on the exact position before you remove the backing paper.
• Remove the smallest portion of the split backing paper.
• Align the decal over the specified area and carefully press the small portion with the exposed sticky
backing in place.
• Slowly peel back the remaining paper and carefully smooth the remaining portion of the decal in place.
• Small air pockets can be pierced with a pin and smoothed out using the piece of decal backing paper.
• Carefully study and understand this manual.
• Do not wear loose-fitting clothing, which may catch in moving parts.
• Always wear protective clothing and substantial shoes.
• Assure that all tires are inflated evenly.
• Give the unit a visual inspection for any loose bolts, worn parts or cracked welds, and make necessary
repairs. Follow the maintenance safety instructions included with this manual.
• Be sure that there are no tools lying on or in the equipment.
• Do not use the unit until you are sure that the area is clear, especially of children and animals.
• Don’t hurry the learning process or take the unit for granted. Ease into it and become familiar with your
new equipment.
• Practice operation of your equipment and its attachments. Completely familiarize yourself and other
operators with its operation before using.
• Use a tractor equipped with a Roll Over Protection System (ROPS) and fasten your seat belt prior to
starting engine.
• The manufacturer does not recommend usage of tractor with ROPS removed.
• Move tractor wheels to the widest recommended settings to increase stability.
• Securely attach to towing unit. Use a high strength, appropriately sized hitch pin with a mechanical retainer
and attach safety chain.
• Do not allow anyone to stand between the tongue or hitch and the towing vehicle when backing up to the
equipment.
• Do not use the unit until you are sure that the area is clear, especially of children and animals.
Before Operation
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• Children should not be allowed on the product.
• Clear the area of small children and bystanders before moving the feeder.
• If using a towing unit, securely attach feeder by using a hardened 3/4” pin, a metal retainer, and safety
chains if required. Shift towing unit to a lower gear before going down steep downgrades, thus using the
engine as a retarding force. Keep towing vehicle in gear at all times. Slow down for corners and rough
terrain.
• Make sure you are in compliance with all local and state regulations regarding transporting equipment on
public roads and highways. Lights and slow moving signs must be clean and visible by overtaking or
oncoming traffic when feeder in transported.
• Beware of bystanders, particularly children! Always look around to make sure that it is safe to start the
engine of the towing vehicle or move the unit. This is particularly important with higher noise levels and
quiet cabs, as you may not hear people shouting.
• NO PASSENGERS ALLOWED! Do not carry passengers anywhere on, or in, the tractor or equipment,
except as required for operation.
• Keep hands and clothing clear of moving parts.
• Do not clean, lubricate or adjust your equipment while it is moving.
• When halting operation, even periodically, set the tractor or towing vehicle brakes, disengage the PTO,
shut off the engine and remove the ignition key.
• Be especially observant of the operating area and terrain. Watch for holes, rocks or hidden hazards. Always
inspect the area prior to operation.
• DO NOT operate near the edge of drop-offs or banks.
• DO NOT operate on steep slopes as overturns may result.
• Operate up and down (not across) intermediate slopes. Avoid sudden starts and stops.
During Operation
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• Adopt safe driving practices.
• Keep the brake pedals latched together at all times. Never use independent braking with machine in tow
as loss of control and/or upset of unit can result.
• Always drive at a safe speed relative to local conditions and ensure that your speed is low enough for an
emergency stop to be safe and secure. Keep speed at a minimum.
• Reduce speed prior to turns to avoid the risk of overturning.
• Avoid sudden uphill turns on steep slopes.
• Always keep the tractor or towing vehicle in gear to provide engine braking when going downhill. Do not
coast.
• Do not drink and drive!
• Comply with state and local laws governing highway safety and movement of farm machinery on public
roads.
• Use approved accessory lighting flags and necessary warning devices to protect operators of other vehicles
on the highway during daylight and nighttime transport. Various safety lights and devices are available
from your dealer.
• The use of flashing amber lights is acceptable in most localities. However, some localities prohibit their
use. Local laws should be checked for all highway and marking requirements.
• When driving the tractor and equipment on the road or highway under 40 kph (20 mph) at night or during
the day, use the amber warning lights and a slow moving vehicle (SMV) identification emblem.
• Plan your route to avoid heavy traffic.
• Be a safe and courteous driver. Always yield to oncoming traffic in all situations, including narrow
bridges, intersections, etc.
• Be observant of bridge loading ratings. Do not cross bridges rated at lower than the gross weight at which
you are operating.
• Watch for obstructions overhead and to the side while transporting.
• Always operate in a position to provide maximum visibility at all times. Make allowances for increased
length and weight of the equipment when making turns, stopping the unit, etc.
• Pick the most level route when transporting across fields. Avoid the edges of ditches or gullies and steep
hillsides.
• Be extra careful when working in inclines.
Highway and Transport Operations
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• Maneuver the tractor or towing vehicle at safe speeds.
• Avoid overhead wires or other obstacles. Contact with overhead lines could cause serious injury or death.
• Avoid loose fill, rocks and holes, they can be dangerous for equipment operation or movement.
• Allow for unit length when making turns,
• Operate the towing vehicle from the operator’s seat only.
• Never stand alongside of unit with engine running or attempt to start engine and/or operate machine while
standing alongside of unit.
• Never leave running equipment attachments unattended.
• As a precaution, always recheck the hardware on equipment following every 100 hours of operation. Cor-
rect all problems. Follow the maintenance safety procedures.
Highway and Transport Operations
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Installing Skid Steer Snow Blade
To install:
• Carefully read the tractor/skid steer or front loader manufacturer’s instructions for installing attachments.
• Place the Snow Plow is on a level surface before attempting to attach to the Quick Hitch.
• The “Latch Pins” of the Quick Hitch should be in the “Unlock” position.
• Line up tractor/skid steer Quick Hitch with the snow plow, lower and tilt the Quick Hitch forward. Slowly
drive up to the Snow Plow and make contact, tilting the Quick Hitch back.
• Raise the Snow Plow off the ground, tilting back and making sure the Quick Hitch is seated properly in the
Snow Blade.
• Turn off the skid loader/tractor, remove key and set brake. Place the Quick Hitch latch pins in the locked
position. Make sure the latch pins are fully engaged.
• Connect hydraulics if included. Watch for leaks. Caution: Hydraulic fluid under pressure is dangerous.
Take all necessary precautions in handling the hydraulic components.
To remove:
• Lower the Snow Plow, stop the engine of skid steer/tractor, release pressure of hydraulics (if supplied).
• Disconnect hydraulics from Snow Plow, clean and cap ends of hydraulic hoses to prevent contamination.
• Unlock the latch pins of the Quick Hitch.
• Lower the Quick Hitch, tilt forward and back away from the Snow Plow.
• Store the Snow Plow under a shelter or cover.
• Thoroughly clean the Snow Plow especially if used for snow removal in areas using salt. Salt is extremely
corrosive and will cause extensive damage to metal parts.
Installing and Removing
Warning: Do not allow anyone to stand between the Quick Hitch and Snow
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Operating the Snow Plow:
The tractor should be properly counter-balanced with weights or a heavy implement attached. A weight box
can also be used attached to the tractor 3-point hitch.
Make sure all operator’s read the Operator’s Manual and are familiar with all safety rules and regulations.
• Operate the Snow Plow from the operator’s seat only.
• Operating the front loader/skid steer in the float position will maximize Cutting Edge protection.
• To maximize the Cutting Edge down pressure, do not use the hydraulic float position.
• Never lift Snow Plow high enough to block visibility.
• Be aware of holes, ditches, and any obstructions that can cause the tractor/skid steer to overturn.
• When turning, take into consideration the additional length of the Snow Plow on the tractor/skid loader.
• Never allow anyone to walk or work under the raised Snow Plow. Serious injury or death can occur.
• Be sure the working area is clear of animals or people before operating equipment.
• When transporting, drive slow and keep the Snow Plow high enough off the ground to prevent striking any
objects but not high enough to obstruct view.
• Become familiar with the hydraulic controls. Operate the controls smoothly and avoid jerky movements.
• Always use a tractor equipped with a ROPS cab or roll-over protection.
• Drive slow over rough terrain or when making turns.
• Always lower the Snow Plow to the ground when the operation is completed. Never leave the Show Plow
in a raised position.
Operation
• Warning: Do not operate the Snow Plow until you are certain there is a positive connec-
tion to the Quick Hitch. Check all hardware and tighten to proper Torque Specifica-
tions, see Page 17. Failure to lock the Quick Hitch Latch Pins or properly attach Snow
Plow to Quick Hitch can cause serious injury or death.
• Do not exceed 10 miles per hour.
• Use a counter weight when operating the Snow Plow. Heavy loads can cause instability.
Drive slowly to help prevent accidents, especially when making a turn. Unstable equip-
ment can steer badly and possibly cause an overturn resulting in serious injury or
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Skid Shoe Adjustment:
• The height of the skid shoes are adjustable adding or removing the included shims. This will reduce the
chance of damage to the blade during snow removal on gravel or loose rock drives.
• Clearing snow: The skid shoes should be 3/8” - 3/4” below the bottom of the cutting edge.
• Moving loose dirt: The skid shoes should be above the bottom of the cutting edge.
• Adjust the shims by lifting the Snow Plow off the ground and blocking it. Remove the lynch pin from one
skid shoe. Slide the skid shoe off and arrange the shims to the desired height. Replace lynch pin. Repeat for
the other side. Note: The skid shoes must be the same height.
Operating Snow Blade:
Before snowfall, inspect the area to be cleared. Take note of any obstructions (i.e. curbs, shrubs, sidewalks,
parking bumpers, speed bumps, manhole covers, etc). Any obstruction can be potentially damaging to the
Snow Plow, tractor/skid steer, possibly causing the operator to loose control and be seriously injured or killed.
Adjusting the Snow Plow with respect to the depth of the snow:
Keep the Cutting Edge of the Snow Plow raised about 7 inches of the ground in heavy snow to shear off the
top surface of snow.
Avoid overloading the tractor/skid steer by trying to remove too much snow at one time. Throw enough snow
with each pass to get the job done efficiently. Removing too much, too fast can cause excessive wear and/or
damage to the equipment.
Operation
Skid Shoe
Lynch Pin
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Angling the blade:
• The attack angle of the Snow Plow should be adjusted to the current conditions. Keep in mind certain
factors will affect the angle of attack; weather conditions, type of surface clearing, depth of snow, etc.
• The Snow Plow can be angled manually by raising the Snow Plow off the ground. Only lift the Snow Plow
high enough so that it pivots freely.
• With the Snow Plow raised, shut off the tractor/skid loader engine, remove key and set brake. Do not allow
animals or people under the raised Snow Plow. Serious injury or death can occur.
• Remove the hair pin from the Adjustment Pins and rotate to the desired angle, left or right, straight.
Caution: When angling the blade, be aware of pinch points. Injury can occur from pinching or crushing.
Keep toes and feet from under the blade. The Snow Blade is heavy and may require additional help to
angle.
• Re-insert Adjustment Pins and secure with the hair pins. Check all hardware and connections.
• An optional hydraulic angling kit is available for the Snow Plow. The hydraulic angling kit allows the
operator to adjust the blade left or right without leaving the tractor/skid steer seat.
Operation
Adjustment Pin
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Maintenance/Service
• Good maintenance is your responsibility. Poor maintenance is an invitation to trouble.
• Make sure there is plenty of ventilation. Never operate the engine of the towing
vehicle in a closed building. The exhaust fumes may cause asphyxiation.
•
maintenance.
• Always use the proper tools or equipment for the job at hand.
• Use extreme caution when making adjustments.
• Never replace hex bolts with less than grade five bolts unless otherwise specified.
• After servicing, be sure all tools, parts and service equipment are removed.
• 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 claim responsibility for use of unapproved parts and/or accessories and other damages as a result of
their use.
• liability
for injury or warranty.
• Check condition of blade before each use.
DANGER: Stop engine, lock parking brake and remove key before performing any
service or maintenance.
Never rely on the tractor/skid steer lift system. Place blocks or stands under the Snow Plow
to prevent it from falling, causing serious injury or death.
Always use personal protection devices, such as glasses or gloves when performing
maintenance.
Replacing the Cutting Edge:
• Park the tractor/skid steer on a level surface.
• Raise the Snow Plow high enough so it can be supported by blocking. There should be approximately 6”-
8” of clearance from the Cutting Edge to the ground.
• Shut off the tractor/skid steel engine, remove key and set park brake. Make sure that all moving parts are
stopped and relieve hydraulic pressure.
• At this time, only loosen the Cutting Edge bolts. Do not remove any hardware at this time.
• Remove one bolt at time, leaving the end bolts in place. Next, support one end of the blade and remove the
end bolt. Allow the end of the Cutting Edge to swivel to the ground. Repeat for the opposite end. Note: An
additional person would be helpful when removing and replacing the Cutting Edge.
• Replace Cutting Edge. Place a bolt in one end of the Cutting Edge, Snow Plow and hand tighten. Repeat
for the other end. Attach the remaining hardware and tighten all hardware according to proper torque spec-
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Notes:
This chart is an approximate estimate of torque values.
Always tighten hardware to these values unless a different torque value or tightening procedure is listed for a specific application.
Fasteners must always be replaced with the same grade as specified in the manual.
Always use the proper tool for tightening hardware: SAE for SAE hardware and Metric for Metric hardware.
Make sure that fastener threads are clean and that you properly start thread engagement.
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