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When cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make
certain the auger, impeller and all moving parts
have stopped. Disconnect spark plug wire and keep
away from plug to prevent accidental starting.
•
Do not run engine indoors, except when starting
engine and transporting snow thrower in or out of
building. Open doors. Exhaust fumes are
dangerous.
•
Do not clear snow across the face of slopes.
Exercise extreme caution when changing direction
on slopes. Do not attempt to clear steep slopes.
•
Never operate snow thrower without guards, plates,
or other safety protection devices in place.
•
Never operate snow thrower near glass enclosure,
automobiles, window wells, drop off, etc., without
proper adjustments of snow thrower discharge
angle. Keep children and pets away.
•
Do not overload machine capacity by attempting to
clear snow at too fast a rate.
•
Never operate the machine at high transport speeds
on slippery surfaces. Look behind and use care
when backing.
•
Never direct discharge at bystanders or allow
anyone in front of unit.
•
Disengage power to collector/impeller when
transporting or not in use.
•
Use only attachments and accessories approved by
the manufacturer of snow thrower (such as tire
chains, cabs, etc.).
•
Never operate the snow thrower without good
visibility or light. Always be sure of your footing and
keep a firm hold on the handles. Walk, never run.
•
Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a
burn. Do not touch.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
•
Check shear bolts, engine mounting bolts, etc., at
frequent intervals for proper tightness to be sure
equipment is in safe working condition.
•
Never store the machine with fuel in the fuel tank
inside a building where ignition sources are present,
such as hot water and space heaters, clothes
dryers, and the like. Allow engine to cool before
storing in any enclosure.
•
Always refer to operators manual instructions for
important details if snow thrower is to be stored for
an extended period.
•
Run machine a few minutes after throwing snow to
prevent freeze up of collector/impeller. Check clutch
controls periodically to verify they engage and
disengage properly and readjust if necessary. Refer
to operators manual for adjustment instructions.
Your Responsibility
Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read, understand and follow the warnings and
instructions in this manual and on the machine. Some of the safety labels on the equipment are
reproduced below. Take a moment to study these labels before operating the unit. Always maintain
safety while operating or servicing the equipment.
SHUT OFF ENGINE
BEFORE
UNCLOGGING
DISCHARGE CHUTE.
STOP ENGINE BEFORE REMOVING
DEBRIS AND SERVICING UNIT.
KEEP CLEAR OF IMPELLER WHILE
ENGINE IS RUNNING.
NEVER DIRECT DISCHARGE AT
BYSTANDERS OR WINDOWS OR
ALLOW ANYONE IN FRONT OF
UNIT.
THOROUGHLY INSPECT THE AREA
WHERE THE EQUIPMENT IS TO BE
USED AND REMOVE ALL DOOR
MATS, SLEDS, BOARDS, WIRES AND
OTHER FOREIGN OBJECTS.
REFER TO OWNERS MANUAL FOR
FULL INSTRUCTIONS.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
AVOID
IN
JURYFROM
ROTATING
AUGER-
KEEPHANDS,
FEET
ANDCLOTHI
NGAWAY.
WARNING
DANGER
