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Section 2
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DANGER
DO NOT run the engine inside a building or
a confined area without proper ventilation.
Exhaust fumes are hazardous and contain
carbon monoxide which can cause brain injury
and death.
22. Keep hands and feet away from all other moving
parts. Contact can injure.
23. Use care when approaching blind corners, shrubs,
trees, or other objects that may obscure vision.
24. NEVER leave the machine running unattended.
2.5 MAINTENANCE CONSIDERATIONS &
STORAGE
1. Check wear liners and impeller on a regular basis
for bent, worn or cracked blades. Only replace
impellers. Do not straighten or weld the impeller
fan.
2. Never make adjustments to the machine with the
engine running unless specifically instructed to do
so. If the engine is running, keep hands, feet, and
clothing away from moving parts.
3. Never operate the machine when uncoupled from
the tow vehicle.
4. Disconnect spark plug wire to prevent accidental
starting of the engine when servicing or adjusting
the machine. Wait for all movement to stop before
adjusting, cleaning or repairing.
5. Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight, especially
the impeller bolt, to ensure the machine is in safe
working condition.
6. Do not change the engine governor settings or
overspeed the engine. See the engine operator's
manual for information on engine settings.
7. To reduce fire hazard, keep the muffler and engine
free of grass, leaves, excessive grease, oil and
dirt.
8. Park the machine on level ground.
9. Block the wheels to prevent the machine from
moving.
10. Lower the Support Leg to the ground and secure
with the spring latch when the machine is not
attached to a tow vehicle. See Figure 2-1.
SPRING LATCH
REAR SUPPORT
LEG
Figure 2-1. Lowering the Rear Support Leg
11. NEVER allow untrained personnel to service the
machine.
12. Keep all parts in good working condition. Replace all
worn or damaged decals.
13. Use jack stands to support components when
required.
14. Let the engine cool before storing.
15. Keep the unit locked in a secure location and
disconnect the battery to prevent unauthorized
personnel, especially children, from playing and/or
tampering with the unit.
16. DO NOT store the machine near an open flame.
17. Always follow the engine manufacturer's
recommendation for storing and returning to service.
18. Shut off fuel while storing or transporting.
2.6 USING A SPARK ARRESTOR
The engine on this machine may not be equipped with a
spark arrestor muffler. It is in violation of California Public
Resource Code Section 4442 to use or operate this
engine on or near any forest covered, brush covered or
grass covered land unless the exhaust system is equipped
with a spark arrestor meeting any applicable local or state
laws. Other states or federal areas may have similar laws.
Check with your state or local authorities for regulations
pertaining to these requirements.
2.7 SPARK IGNITION SYSTEM
This spark ignition system complies with Canadian
ICES-002.
