SNOW BLOWER
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OPERATION
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Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.
Keep clear of the discharger opening at all times.
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Exercise extreme caution when operating on or
crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads. Stay alert for
hidden hazards or traffic.
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After striking a foreign object, stop the motor, remove
the battery pack(s), thoroughly inspect the snow
blower for any damage, and repair the damage before
restarting and operating the snow blower.
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If the unit should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the
motor and check immediately for the cause. Vibration
is generally a warning of trouble.
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Stop the motor whenever you leave the operating
position, before unclogging the auger assembly
housing or discharge chute, and when making any
repairs, adjustments or inspections.
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Exercise extreme caution when operating on slopes.
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Never operate the snow blower without proper guards
and other safety protective devices in place and
working.
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Never direct the discharge toward people or areas
where property damage can occur. Keep children and
others away.
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Do not overload the machine capacity by attempting to
clear snow at too fast a rate.
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Never operator the snow blower at high transport
speeds on slippery surfaces. Look behind and use care
when operating in reverse.
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Use only attachments and accessories approved by
the manufacturer of the snow blower (such as wheel
weights, scraper bar).
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Never operate the snow blower without good visibility
or light. Always be sure of your footing, and keep a firm
hold on the handles. Walk; never run.
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Do not expose a battery pack or tool to fire or
excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or temperature
above 100°C may cause explosion.
CLEARING A CLOGGING CHUTE
Hand contact with the rotating auger assembly inside
the discharge chute is the most common cause of injury
associated with snow blowers. Never use your hand to
clean out the discharge chute.
To clear the chute:
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SHUT THE MOTOR OFF!
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Remove the battery pack(s) from the snow blower.
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Wait 10 seconds to be sure the auger has stopping
rotating.
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Always use the chute clean tool which is attached to
the machine as an accessory, do not use your hand.
MAINTENACE AND STORAGE
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Check all bolts or fasteners at frequent intervals for
proper tightness to be sure the equipment is in safe
working condition.
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Always refer to operator’s manual for important details
if the snow blower is to be stored for an extended
period.
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Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as
necessary.
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Run the machine a few minutes after blowing snow to
prevent freeze-up of the auger assembly.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
Sicherheitshinweise