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HANDLING FUEL
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Exercise caution when handling fuel as there is a risk for personal injury and/or property
damage. Petrol is extremely flammable and can be explosive under certain conditions. Wash
immediately if you get petrol on your skin or clothes.
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Use only an approved fuel can.
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Store and keep petrol away from sparks, open flames, heat sources and other ignition sources.
Smoking is prohibited when handling fuel.
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Never refuel indoors.
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Never remove the fuel cap and refill the tank while the engine is running.
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Allow the engine to cool for at least 2 minutes before refilling fuel.
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Do not overfill the tank. Do not fill the petrol tank more than 1 cm below the filler pipe to allow
the fuel to expand.
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Replace and tighten the fuel cap.
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Wipe up any spilled fuel immediately. Move the machine away from the refill area before starting
it. Wait 5 minutes before starting the engine.
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Never store the machine or fuel can indoors where there are ignition sources such as boilers,
immersion heaters, tumble dryers and electric motors which can cause sparks to avoid the risk
fuel fumes igniting.
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Allow the machine to cool down for at least 5 minutes before storing it away.
USE
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Keep hands and fingers away from moving parts. There is a risk of serious personal injury and/or
death.
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Never attempt to bypass or disengage the auger rotation – risk of serious personal injury.
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It must be possible to move control levers up and down and they must disengage automatically
when released.
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Do not use the machine if the exit chute is missing or damaged. Safety devices must be fitted
correctly and function properly.
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Never start the engine indoors or in an enclosed area. Engine exhaust fumes contain carbon
monoxide, an odourless and lethal gas.
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Never use the machine when you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication.
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The muffler and engine become hot - risk of burns. Keep bystanders, especially children and pets
at a safe distance.
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Be careful when working on or crossing entrances, roads, etc.
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Pay attention to traffic and hidden dangers.
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Be very careful when changing direction and on slopes.
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Plan the work so that ejected snow does not hit windows, walls, cars, etc. to avoid the risk of
damage to property and/or personal injury.
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Never direct the ejector chute towards people or animals and never let anyone stand in front of
the machine.
