GB - 7
OPERATIONAL SAFETY RULES
Walk Around Inspection
Complete a walk around inspection of unit and
work area to understand:
• Work area • Your unit • All safety decals
Work Area
ALWAYS check overhead and side clearances
carefully before operation. ALWAYS be aware
of traffic when operating along streets or
curbs.
Keep children and people away. Keep children
out of work area and under watchful care of a
responsible adult.
NEVER allow children to operate or play on or
near unit. Be alert and shut off unit if children
enter area.
DO NOT allow adults to operate unit without
proper training.
Keep area of operation clear of all toys, pets,
and debris. Thrown objects can cause injury.
Check for weak spots on dock, ramps or
floors. Avoid uneven work areas and rough
terrain. Stay alert for hidden hazards.
Avoid uneven and rough terrain. DO NOT
operate near drop offs, ditches, or
embankments. Unit can suddenly turn over if a
wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if
an edge caves in.
Falling snow, fog, etc. can reduce vision and
cause an accident. Operate unit only when
there is good visibility and light.
Personal Safety
Only trained adults may operate unit.
Training includes actual operation.
NEVER operate unit after or during the use of
medication, drugs or alcohol. Safe operation
requires your complete and unimpaired
attention at all times.
NEVER allow anyone to operate this unit when
their alertness or coordination is impaired.
DO NOT operate unit without wearing
adequate winter outer garments. Wear
adequate safety gear and protective gloves.
Wear proper footwear to improve footing on
slippery surfaces.
Protect eyes, face and head from objects that
may be thrown from unit. Wear appropriate
hearing protection.
Avoid sharp edges. Sharp edges can cut.
Moving parts can cut off fingers or a hand.
ALWAYS keep hands and feet away from all
rotating parts during operation. Rotating parts
can cut off body parts.
ALWAYS keep hands away from all pinch
points.
DO NOT touch unit parts which might be hot
from operation. Allow parts to cool before
attempting to maintain, adjust or service.
NEVER place your hands or any part of your
body or clothing inside or near any moving
part while unit is running.
DO NOT wear loose clothing or jewelry and tie
back hair that may get caught in rotating parts.
Never direct discharge towards persons or
property that may be injured or damaged by
thrown objects. Use extreme caution on gravel
surfaces. Stay alert for hidden hazards or
traffic.
DO NOT throw snow any higher than
necessary.
Deflected materials can cause injury and
property damage.
Always stand clear of the discharge area when
operating this unit.
Fumes from engine exhaust can cause injury
or death. DO NOT run engine in an enclosed
area. Always provide good ventilation.
Operation
Understand:
• How to operate all controls
• The functions of all controls
• How to STOP in an Emergency
Rotating impeller can cause serious injury. DO
NOT unclog unit while engine is running.
When leaving operator’s position for
any
reason,
ALWAYS disengage auger, stop unit
and engine, remove key and allow moving
parts to stop.
Before starting engine, disengage control(s).
ALWAYS allow unit and engine to adjust to
outdoor temperatures before clearing snow.
Always be sure of your footing, especially
when operating in reverse. Walk, never run
during operation.
DO NOT operate at too fast a rate.
Slow down and turn corners slowly.
Do not operate in reverse unless absolutely
necessary. ALWAYS back up slowly. Always
look down and behind before and while
backing.
Disengage attachment drive when traveling
from one work area to another.
ALWAYS disengage attachment drive, stop
unit and engine, remove key, allow moving
parts to stop before leaving operator’s position
for any reason.
