Not for
Reproduction
5
Operator Safety
•
Slow down and use caution when making turns
and crossing roads and sidewalks. Close de
fl
ec-
tors if not blowing. Watch for traf
fi
c when operat-
ing near or crossing roadways.
•
Be aware of the blower discharge direction and
DO NOT
point it at anyone.
•
DO NOT
operate the machine while under the
in
fl
uence of alcohol or drugs.
•
Use care when loading or unloading the machine
into or off of a trailer or truck.
•
Use care when approaching blind corners,
shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure
vision.
•
Inspect machine before you operate. Be sure
hardware is tightened securely. Repair or replace
damaged, badly worn, or missing parts. Be sure
guards and shields are in good condition and fas-
tened in place. Make any necessary adjustments
before you operate.
•
Before
using,
always visually inspect
to see
that the impeller, its bolt, and blower assembly
are not worn or damaged. Replace worn or dam-
aged impeller and bolt.
•
Keep safety decals visible when installing acces-
sories and attachments.
•
Do not wear radio or music headphones. Safe
service and operation require your full attention.
•
When machine is left unattended, stored, or
parked, remove the key.
Using a Spark Arrestor
The engine in this machine is equipped with a spark
arrestor muf
fl
er. It is a violation of California Public
Resource Code Section 4442 to use or operate this
engine on or near any forest-covered, brush-covered
or grass-covered land unless the exhaust system is
equipped with a spark arrestor meeting any applicable
local or state laws. Other states or federal areas may
have similar laws.
An installed spark arrestor must be maintained in
good working order by the operator.
Checking Working Area
•
Evaluate the terrain to determine what accesso-
ries and attachments are needed to properly and
safely perform the job.
•
Clear work area
of objects that might be thrown.
Keep people and pets out of working area.
•
Study working area. Set up a safe blowing pat-
tern. Do not blow where traction or stability is
doubtful.
•
Test drive through area with blower not running.
Slow down when you travel over rough ground.
Parking Safely
1. Stop machine on a level surface, not on a slope.
2. Close
de
fl
ectors.
3. Engage the parking brake.
4. Stop the engine.
5. Remove the key.
6. Wait for engine and all moving parts to stop be-
fore you leave the operator’s station.
7. Close fuel shut-off valve, if your machine is
equipped.
8. Disconnect the negative battery cable or remove
the spark plug wires (for gasoline engines) before
servicing the machine.