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Important Safety Information
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FUEL SAFETY
1. Mix and pour fuel outdoors WHERE THERE ARE NO SPARKS OR FLAMES.
2. Use a container approved for gasoline.
3. Do not smoke or allow smoking near fuel or the Blower.
4. Avoid spilling fuel or oil. Wipe up all fuel spills and let the unit dry before using.
5. Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from fueling site before starting engine.
6. Stop engine and allow to cool before removing fuel cap. Remove fuel cap slowly. Do not refuel a hot engine.
Do not refuel a running engine.
MAINTENANCE & STORAGE OF BLOWER
WARNING
1. Stop the engine, and disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance.
2. Maintain Blower with care. Inspect Blower periodically. If Blower is not working properly or damaged, have it
repaired by a qualified service center.
3. Check for misalignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, broken parts, mounting, and any other
condition that may affect its operation.
4. Keep guards in place and in working order.
5. A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by a qualified service center.
6. Use only genuine Southland® replacement parts and accessories. Use of any non-Southland® parts or
accessories could lead to injury, damage to the unit, and will void your warranty.
7. Do not remove or modify any parts. Removing or modifying parts could lead to injury, damage the Blower, and
will void the warranty.
8. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.
9. Allow engine to cool and empty the fuel tank before storing or transporting in vehicle. Use up remaining fuel in
the carburetor by starting the engine and letting it run until it stops.
10. When not in use, store Blower indoors in a dry location. Store Blower above the reach of children or in a locked
area out of the reach of children.
11. Store unit and fuel in area where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or open flames from water heaters, electric
motors or switches, furnaces, etc.
Important Safety Information
