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8.
When cleaning, repairing, or inspecting,
make certain the auger/impeller and all
moving parts have stopped and all controls
are disengaged. Disconnect the spark plug
wire and keep the wire away from the spark
plug to prevent accidental starting.
9.
Take all possible precautions when leaving
the snow thrower unattended. Disengage
the auger/ impeller, stop engine (motor),
and remove key.
10. Do not start or run engine in enclosed area,
even if doors or windows are open. Ex-
haust fumes are dangerous (containing
CARBON MONOXIDE, an ODORLESS
and DEADLY GAS).
11. Exercise extreme caution if operating on
steep slopping surfaces.
12. Do not clear snow across the face of
slopes. Exercise extreme caution when
changing direction on slopes. Do not at-
tempt to clear steep slopes.
13. Never operate the snow thrower without
proper guards, plates or other safety pro-
tective devices in place.
14. Never operate the snow thrower near en-
closures, automobiles, window wells, drop-
offs, and the like without proper adjustment
of the snow discharge angle. Keep children
and pets away.
15. Do not overload the snow thrower capacity
by attempting to clear snow at too fast a
rate.
16. Never operate the snow thrower at high
transport speeds on slippery surfaces.
Look behind and use care when backing
up.
17. Never direct discharge at bystanders or
allow anyone in front of the snow thrower.
18. Disengage power to the collector/impeller
when snow thrower is transported or not in
use.
19. Use only attachments and accessories ap-
proved by the manufacturer of the snow
thrower (such as tire chains, electric start
kits, ect.).
20. Never operate the snow thrower without
good visibility or light. Always be sure of
your footing and keep a firm hold on the
handles. Walk;never run.
21. Do not over-reach. Keep proper footing
and balance at all times.
22. Do not use the snow thrower on surfaces
above ground level such as roofs of resi-
dences, garages, porches or other such
structures or buildings.
23. This snow thrower is for use on sidewalks,
driveways and other ground level sur-
faces.
24. Never touch a hot engine or muffler.
WARNING: This snow thrower is
for use on sidewalks, driveways
and other ground level surfaces.
Caution should be exercised while using on
steep sloping surfaces. DO NOT USE
SNOW THROWER ON SURFACES ABOVE
GROUND LEVEL such as roofs of resi-
dences, garages, porches or other such
structures or buildings.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
Clearing A Clogged Discharge Chute
WARNING: Hand contact with
the rotating impeller inside the
discharge chute is the most
common cause of injury associated with
snow throwers. Never use your hand to
clean out the discharge chute.
To Clear The Chute:
S
SHUT OFF THE ENGINE!
S
Wait 10 seconds to be sure that the im-
peller blades have stopped rotating.
S
Always use a clean-out tool, not your
hands.
1.
Check shear bolts and other bolts at fre-
quent intervals for proper tightness to be
sure the snow thrower is in safe working
condition.
2.
Store the snowthrower away from ignition
sources or appliances that have a pilot
light, such as hot water and space heaters,
clothes dryers, etc.... Allow the engine
(motor) to cool before storing in any enclos-
ure.
3.
Always refer to operator’s guide instruc-
tions for important details if the snow
thrower is to be stored for an extended
period.
4.
Maintain or replace safety and instruction
labels, as necessary.
5.
Run the snow thrower a few minutes after
throwing snow to prevent freeze-up of the
auger/impeller.
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