Snow and Ice Control
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Figure 5. The SEE tractor is the most versatile snowplow in the U.S. Army
inventory. It can plow off-road as easily as it plows paved and unpaved
roads, staging areas, storage sites, or any other requirement. Such work
requires that the SEE be maintained daily and be fully operational at all
times.
Operating instructions
1. When plowing relatively smooth surfaces, let the blade "float." If the
surface is uneven, lift the blade a half-inch or slightly more and then adjust for
ongoing plowing. Experience will determine when it is best to raise the blade.
2. When plowing rough surfaces (such as open fields with clumps of grass)
where the plow's trip-edge is constantly forced up, go slower and raise the blade
often to allow the trip-edge to return to normal down position.
3. When pushing snow into a pile it is acceptable to have the plow face
squarely towards the front. For all other plowing operations keep the plow up
against either the right or the left stop. This reduces strain on the hydraulic
system and maintains vehicle stability.
4. When plowing downhill maintain the same speed you would use for
uphill plowing. If you hit a patch of ice you can greatly enhance braking ability
by putting downward pressure on the plow.
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