Farm Star BX Series User Manual
OWNER’S
MANUAL
MODEL NO.’s
BX Series
48, 60, 72
84 & 96
CAUTION
For Safe Operation
Read Rules And
Instructions Carefully
STATEMENT
OF POLICY
It is the policy of
Worksaver ,
Inc.
to improve its products
where it is possible and practical to do so.
Worksaver, Inc.
reserves the right to make
changes or improvements in
design and construction at any
time, without incurring the obligation to make these changes on
previously manufactured units.
3 PT. BOX SCRAPER
Safety Instructions Assembly & Mounting
Tractor Preparation Maintenance
Operating Instructions Repair Parts
CAUTION
THE FOLLOWING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SHOULD BE THOROUGHLY UNDERSTOOD
BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO BEGIN ASSEMBLING THIS MACHINE
1. Select an area for assembly that is clean and free
of any debris which might cause persons working
on the assembly to trip.
2. Do not lift heavy parts or assemblies. Use crane,
jack, tackle, fork trucks or other mechanical devices.
3. Preview the assembly instructions in your operator’s
manual before proceeding further.
4. If the assembly instructions call for parts or assemblies to be blocked up, use only blocking material
that is in good condition and is capable of handling
the weight of the assembly to be blocked. Also
insure that the blocking material is on a clean, dry
surface.
5. Never put hands, or any part of body , under blocked
up assemblies if at all possible.
6. After completing assembly, thoroughly inspect the
machine to be sure that all nuts, bolts, hydraulic
fittings or any other fastened assemblies have been
thoroughly tightened.
7. Before operating the machine, thoroughly read the
operation section of your operator’s manual.
8. Before operating, read the maintenance section of
your operator’s manual to be sure that any parts
requiring lubrication, such as gearboxes, are full,
to avoid any possible damage.
9. Before operating equipment – If you have any
questions regarding the proper assembly or
operation, contact your dealer or the manufacturer.
Important Safety Information!
Working with unfamiliar equipment can lead to careless injuries. Read this manual, and the manual for your tractor,
before assembly or operating, to acquaint yourself with the machines. It is the box scraper owner’s responsibility, if
this machine is used by any person other than yourself, is loaned or rented, to make certain that the operator, prior to
operating:
1. Reads and understands the operator’s manuals.
2. Is instructed in safe and proper use.
The use of this equipment is subject to certain hazards which cannot be protected against by mechanical
means or product design. All operators of this equipment must read and understand this entire manual, paying
particular attention to safety and operating instructions, prior to using. If there is something in this manual you
do not understand, ask your supervisor, or your dealer, to explain it to you.
Most accidents occur because of neglect or carelessness. Keep all helpers and bystanders twenty-five feet
(25’) from an operating box scraper. Only properly trained people should operate this machine. It is
recommended the tractor be equipped with a Rollover Protection System (ROPS) and a seat belt that is used.
Always stop the tractor, set brake, shut off the tractor engine, remove the tractor key, and lower implement to
the ground before dismounting tractor. Never leave equipment unattended with the tractor running.
Please remember it is important that you read and heed the safety signs on the box scraper, and the safety
rules set forth. Clean or replace all safety signs if they cannot be clearly read and understood. They are there
for your safety as well as the safety of others. The safe use of this machine is strictly up to you, the operator.
To the Owner/Operator/Dealer
All implements with moving parts are potentially hazardous. There is no substitute for a cautious, safe-minded operator who recognizes the potential hazards and follows reasonable safety practices. The manufacturer has designed
this implement to be used with all its safety equipment properly attached to minimize the chance of accidents.
BEFORE YOU STA RT!!
Read the safety messages on the implement and shown in your manual.
Observe the rules of safety and common sense!
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THIS SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL IDENTIFIES IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNING
MESSAGES. CAREFULLY READ EACH WARNING MESSAGE THAT FOLLOWS.
FAILURE TO UNDERSTAND AND OBEYA SAFETY WARNING, OR RECOGNIZE A
SAFETY HAZARD, COULD RESULT IN AN INJURY OR DEATH TO YOU OR OTHERS AROUND YOU. THE OPERATOR IS ULTIMATELY RESPONSIBLE FOR THE
SAFETY OF HIMSELF, AS WELL AS OTHERS, IN THE OPERATING AREAOF THE
BOX SCRAPER.
UNDERSTAND SIGNAL WORDS
A signal word – DANGER, WARNING or CAUTION – is used with the
safety-alert symbol. DANGER identifies the most serious hazards.
DANGER and WARNING safety signs are located near the specific
hazard. CAUTION safety signs list general precautions.
The safety-alert symbol is also used in this manual to call attention to
safety messages.
DANGER!
W ARNING!
CAUTION!
Safety Information
All equipment is potentially hazardous. There is no substitute for a cautious, safe-minded operator who
recognizes potential hazards and follows reasonable safety practices.
When the use of hand tools is required to perform any part of assembly, installation, adjustment, maintaining,
repairing, removal, or moving the box scraper, be sure the tools used are designed and recommended by the
tool manufacturer for that specific task.
Personal protection equipment including safety glasses, safety shoes, and gloves are recommended during
assembly, installation, operation, adjustment, maintaining, repairing, removal, or moving the box scraper.
Always use two people to handle heavy, unwieldy components during assembly, installation, removal, or
moving the box scraper.
Never place any part of your body where it would be in danger if movement should occur during assembly,
installation, operation, maintaining, repairing, removal, or moving the box scraper.
Never place yourself between the tractor and box scraper while implement is in operation.
Do not work under a raised implement unless it is securely blocked or held in position. Do not depend on the
tractor hydraulic system to hold the implement in place.
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
implement.
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 medications.
Do not allow others to ride on the tractor with an operator. Riders are subject to injury such as being struck by
foreign objects or being thrown off. Riders obstruct the operator’s view resulting in unsafe operation. Never
allow anyone to ride on the implement!
Before you operate the box scraper, check over all pins, bolts and connections to be sure all are securely in
place. Replace any damaged or worn parts immediately.
Do not allow anyone who is not familiar with the safety rules and operation instructions to use this box scraper.
Never allow children to operate or be around equipment.
Use stabilizer bars, adjustable sway chains, or sway blocks on your tractor lift arms to keep the box scraper
from swinging side to side. Adjust as tightly as practical for best performance.
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