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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
OPERATION:
1. Do not put hands or feet near, under or inside
rotating parts.
2. Exercise extreme caution when operating on or
crossing gravel drives, walks or roads. Stay alert for
hidden hazards or traffic. Do not carry passengers.
3. After striking a foreign object, stop the engine
(motor), disconnect the wire from the spark plug(s)
and keep wire away to prevent accidental starting.
Thoroughly inspect the accessory for any damage
and repair damage before restarting and using the
accessory.
4. If the unit should start to vibrate abnormally, stop
the engine (motor) and check immediately for the
cause. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.
5. Take all possible precautions when leaving the
vehicle unattended. Disengage the power take-off,
lower the attachment, place the transmission into
neutral, set the parking brake, stop the engine and
remove the contact key.
6. Do not run the engine indoors, except when
starting the engine and for transporting in or out of
the building. Do not operate or let motor run in a
storage area without ventilation because gas
contains carbon monoxide which is odorless,
colorless and can cause death.
7. Never clean across the face of slopes, go from top
to bottom. Exercise extreme caution when using
equipment on slopes. Do not attempt to clear a
steep slope.
8. Never use an accessory without proper guards,
plates, or other safety protective devices in place
9. Never tolerate bystanders in the working zone.
Never use an accessory in the direction of
bystanders; it might throw gravel or debris that can
hurt people or damage property.
10.Never operate the accessory at high transport
speeds on slippery surfaces. Use care when
backing up.
11.Do not carry passengers.
12.Disengage power to the accessory when it is
transported or not in use.
WHENEVER YOU SEE THIS SYMBOL
IT MEANS:
WARNING!
BECOME ALERT !
YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
1. When cleaning, repairing or inspecting the vehicle
and accessory, make certain that all moving parts
have stopped. Disconnect wire from the spark plug
(s) and keep wire away to prevent accidental
starting.
2. Check all the bolts at frequent intervals to make
sure that they are properly tightened.
3. Never store a motorized accessory 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 the engine to cool
before storing in any enclosure.
4. Always refer to the owner’s manual when you store
the accessory and vehicle for a prolonged or an
unspecified length of time.
5. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as
necessary.
6. For winter accessories, (if applicable), let the engine
run for a few minutes after clean snow in order to
prevent the rotary parts from freezing.
7. Inspect the vehicle’s and accessory’s air filter every
day. Clean it or replace it as necessary. Change the
oil more often when working in dusty conditions.
See the vehicle’s and accessory's owner’s manual.
13.Never operate the accessory without good visibility
or light.
14.Keep the accessory away from heat sources or
flames.
15.Always wear a dust mask when working in a dusty
environment.
