Honda Power Equipment DB5054 User Manual

Thank you for purchasing an HTA attachment for your Honda Tractor.

This manual covers the assembly, operation, and maintenance of the HTA Model DB752A & DB5054

Dozer Blade. For your convenience, a parts list is also included in this publication.

NOTE: The illustrations in this manual are intended to serve as a reference and may not necessarily

depict the actual models listed above. The information in this publication is based on the latest

product information available at the time of printing. American Honda Motor Co., Inc. reserves the

right to make changes at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation.

No part of this publication may be reproduced without written permission.

Pay special attention

to the statements preceeded by the following symbols:

Indicates that serious injury or death WILL result if instructions are not followed.

Indicates a strong possibility that serious injury or death can result

Indicates a possibility that minor injury can result if

if instructions are not followed.

instructions are not followed.

NOTI-

Indicates that equipment or property damage can result if instructions are not followed.

NOTE

Gives helpful information.

HTA attachments are designed to give safe and dependable service if assembled and operated

according to instructions.

If a problem should arise, or if you have any questions about your dozer blade, consult an authorized

Honda

Tractor dealer.

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General Safety

Safe Operating Rules

Safety Label Location

Assembly and Installation

Front Blade Assembly

Attaching the Blade

Operating Procedures

Pre-Operation Check

Controls

Transporting the Attachment

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the Tractor

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Grading

Snow Removal

Maintenance and Storage

Parts

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Customer Service Information

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GENERAL SAFETY

recommendations and operating procedures in this publication at all times, and fnsist

so could result in personal injury or equipment damage.

SAFE

OPERATING

RULES

before using the attachment. Follow the insturctions

that those who work with you do likewise.

Failure to do

To avoid injury, keep bystanders, children and pets away from the area of operation.

Stay clear of the front of the blade and pinch points. Do not allow anyone to ride on the blade. Never permit anyone to operate the attachment without proper instruction. Never allow children to

operate this equipment.

Inspect the attachment before operating it. Repair any damage and correct any malfunction

before operation.

Never attempt to make any adjustments to the attachment while the tractor's engine is running. Do not use this attachment when visibility is poor. Under conditions of poor visibility, there is a

greater risk of striking an object or causing injury.

The use of tire chains and counterweights for better traction is advised when this attachment is

being used for snow removal: use only those recommended by American Honda

Prolonged exposure to loud noise can cause permanent impairment or loss of hearing. Wear a

suitable protective device such as an external hearing protector (earmuffs) or ear plugs to protect against loud or othenwise objectionable noise.

Use extreme caution when operating on or crossing a gravel drive, walk or road. Stay alert for the

hidden hazards of traffic.

Do not attempt to operate on steep slopes. When operating on a sloping surface, always drive up

and down the face of the slope, never across the face. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on

a slope.

If you hit an object, stop the engine immediately, and check the attachment immediately. Damaged

equipment may increase the possibility of injury during operation.

While operating the tractor, always raise the dozer blade when it is not in use.

Reduce the tractor's ground speed on slippery surfaces.

To avoid accidentally snagging the dozer blade, use care when backing up.

Stop the tractor's engine whenever you leave the operator's position to make any inspection,

adjustment or repair.

Before leaving the tractor unattended, always lower the dozer blade, shift the transmission to

neutral, set the parking brake, stop the engine and remove the key from the ignition switch to prevent children or unauthorized persons from starting the engine.

NOTE:

can be ordered from your dealer.

Replacement safety labels

+ 8 hidden pages

Honda Power Equipment DB5054 User Manual

CONTENTS

GENERAL SAFETY