5
TRAINING
Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual(s) before
attempting to assemble and operate. Keep this manual in a safe place for future and regular
reference.
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Be familiar with all controls and their proper operation. Know how to stop the machine and
disengage them quickly.
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.Never allow children under 18 years old to operate this machine. Children 18 years old and
over should read and understand the operation instruction and safety rules in this manual
and should be trained and supervised by a parent.
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Never allow “non-trained” adult personnel to operate this machine without proper instruction.
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Thrown objects can cause serious personal injury. Plan and map out your snow-throwing
pattern to avoid discharge of material toward roads, bystanders and the like.
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Keep bystanders, pets and children at least 75 feet from the machine while it is in
operation. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.
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Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling, especially when operating in reverse.
PREPARATION
Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used. Remove all doormats,
newspapers, sleds, boards, wires, branches and other foreign objects, which could be
hazardous and damage the auger system.
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Always wear safety glasses or eye shields during operation and while performing an
adjustment or repair to protect your eyes, as thrown objects can ricochet and cause
serious injury to the eyes.
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Do not operate without wearing adequate, winter outer garments. Do not wear jewelry, long
scarves or other loose clothing, which could become entangled in moving parts, and wear
footwear that will improve footing on slippery surfaces.
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Use a grounded “three-wire” extension cord and receptacle for all machines with
electric start engines.
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Adjust skid shoe and/or housing height to clear gravel or crushed rock surfaces.
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Disengage all control levers before starting the engine.
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Never attempt to make any adjustments while engine is running, except where
specifically recommended in the instruction manual.
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Let engine and machine adjust to outdoor temperature before starting to clear snow.
