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PRO CRACK
CLEANER
OPERATING SAFELY
IN GENERAL
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Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine
into a trailer or truck.
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Never operate without guards, plates, or other safety
protective devices in place.
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Do not run the engine in an enclosed area where
dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can collect.
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Never leave a machine unattended. Turn off brush and
stop engine before leaving the machine.
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Use extreme caution when pulling machine towards
you.
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Stop operation if someone approaches.
STARTING
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Start according to instructions in this manual or on the
machine.
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Before attempting to start the engine, make sure the
brush is disengaged.
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When starting the engine, make sure hands and feet
are clear of the brush.
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Do not engage brush at full throttle. Throttle to idle or
lowest possible engine speed.
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Do not change engine governor settings or overspeed
the engine. Operating the engine at excessive speed
can increase the hazard of personal injury.
SAFETY
INTERRUPTING OPERATION
Before leaving the operator’s position shut off engine.
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Stop the engine, disengage the blade, set parking
brake and wait until the blade stops rotating:
- before refueling.
- before making height adjustment unless the
adjustment can be made from the operator’s
position.
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Stop the engine, disengage the brush, set parking
brake and disconnect the spark plug wire:
- before clearing blockages or unclogging;
- before checking, cleaning or working on the
machine;
- after striking a foreign object. Inspect the machine
for damage and have repairs made as needed
before restarting;
- if the machine begins to vibrate abnormally: shut
off machine immediately. Inspect and have repairs
made as needed before restarting;
MAINTENANCE SAFETY
IN GENERAL
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Maintain machine according to manufacturer's
schedule and instructions for maximum safety and
best results.
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Park machine on level ground.
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Never allow untrained personnel to service machine.
• Guards should only be removed by a qualified
technician for maintenance or service. Replace when
work is completed.
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Adjust or repair only after the engine has been stopped
and the brush has stopped moving.
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Disconnect spark plug wire(s) before doing any
maintenance.
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Replace parts if worn, damaged or faulty. For best
results, always replace with parts recommended by the
manufacturer.
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Do not dismantle the machine without releasing or
restraining forces which may cause parts to move
suddenly.
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Provide adequate support, e.g. jack stands for lifted
machine or parts if working beneath.
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Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.
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Clean up spilled oil or fuel thoroughly.
• Replace faulty mufflers.
• To reduce fire hazards, keep the engine, muffler, and
fuel storage area free of grass, leaves, debris buildup
or grease.
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Never attempt to make adjustments while the engine
is running except for repairs or adjustments as
specifically noted, such as for carburetor adjustment,
where the engine must be running. Keep hands and
feet clear of moving parts in these circumstances.
- except for repairs or adjustments as specifically
noted, such as for carburetor adjustment, where the
engine must be running. Keep hands and feet clear
of moving parts in these circumstances.
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Allow the brush to come to a complete stop when
stopping operation to clear blockages, unclog, inspect
the machine, do maintenance or repair.
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Reduce the throttle setting during engine shutdown
and, if the engine is provided with a shutoff valve, turn
the fuel off at the conclusion of operation
