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Show Proper Use of Blade Can Reduce Accidents Life is so full of things to that often just getting essentials done is all we can manage. The extra chores around the farm grading or building the road require an waterways do, extra push to fit into a work schedule. But, careless haste in using a tractor blade can lead to accidents or broken equipment, according to Howard Hadler, division engineer with Kewanee Machinery Division. Patience is definitely a virtue when operating this piece of equipment, Hadler states. Tractor blades are designed to push or pull not hit them. Often, things farmers hurry and attempt to move a big load all at once rather than taking two or three passes to push smaller loads. Obstacles hidden under a pile of dirt or manure can also cause problems for the tractor blade operator. The farmer knows the obstruction is there. He sees it all the time, Hadler said. But he may forget about it if its covered for a few weeks. Or, he may misjudge its location. Sudden jolts from hitting objects could unseat the. tractor Conoperator. sequently, Hadler cautions farmers to always use seat belts. If you dont have them on your tractor, get them, he states. Also use the blade so you can maintain a firm, level footing for the tractor. Stay away from ditches. If have an offset you capability, adjust it so youre working to the side. Or, turn the blade so youre pushing instead of pulling the load. Tractor blades are low maintenance pieces of equipment, according to Hadler, but should be such as road grading, but Hadler suggests farmers also take time to consider the other uses the blade may have. He outlines factors buyers may want to consider. Match blade size to tractor size. Too small a blade could get torn up because its difficult to sense from the tractor the amount of force being put on the blade; Too large a blade is a waste of money since it cant be used fully and is unwieldy for the purpose tractor. Where will the blade be used? If it will be used to clear feedlots or buildings or Tractor blades are designed to push not hit them, accoror pull things ding to Howard Hadler, Division Engineer with Kewanee Machinery for grading or leveling around farm buildings, the farmer should know the width of gates or doors through which he will want to move the blade. How will the blade be Division. He advises farmers to take time, moving big loads with two or three passes rather than taking the whole load at once. used? For light farm construction such as building waterways or ditching, he may want to select a blade that will tilt so it can be offset and used at an angle. Sure you may want to get a blade today to clear a feedlot, but the smart farmer will get the most from his money by thinking of other tasks for which the blade can be used, Hadler says. checked out frequently for cracks or broken welds. While it doesnt happen often, a blade may be cracked or a weld start to break as a result of some jolt during operation. Checking for and repairing these small cracks will avoid a major failure during a busy work season, Hadler said. Farmers should also avoid trying to do more than the blade is capable of doing. It is possible to take on a load so big as to damage the tractor, Hadler says. So, dont force it. Most tractor blades are .purchased for one specific FOUR NSW TRACTORS. SUIT TO TAKE IT. WITH TH FUEL EFFICIENCY AND POWER FOR MAXIMUM PRODUCTIVITY. Meet these four new powerhouses from that are built to take on all your farm chores Plow, disk plant cultivate mow and more Built to do it all with the fuel efficiency and torque back-u- p for maximum productivity Drop by and see these new versatile powerhouses soon 6060 4WD (83 PTQ HP) Plus big savings until March 27th financing (waiver of finance) until May 1 1981 when financed Will estate taxes through Credit Corp or a cash-bac- k check direct from for up to $200 00 ruin your estate? 6060 2WD (63 PTO HP') Now is the time to act. 'Manufacturer s estimated maximum observed horsepower at rated engine speed ALUS-CHALME- MASON MACHINERY Of all the planning you do for your farm or ranch, and your family, the most important of all is your estate planning. Why risk losing a third or half of all youve put together for lack of a plan. At First Security Bank we have a staff of highly skilled experts who spend all their time on estate planning, probate service and the other things needed to protect your interests. And your familys. Act today. Come in to your nearby First Security office and ask to see our trust officer. Youll always be glad you did. 510 East Center Aurora, Utah - 529-323- 4 ef Utah, fj. A. Member FDIC Thursday, April 16, 1981 Supplement to the Gunnson Valley News Richfield Reaper Rooster Valley Shopper Galina Sun 9-- |
