Safety
This machine meets or exceeds the ISO 8437
specifications of the International Standards
Organization in effect at the time of production.
Read and understand the contents of this manual before
you start the engine.
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you
to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety
messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury
or death.
Improperly using or maintaining this machine could
result in injury or death. To reduce this potential,
comply with the following safety instructions.
This machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and
of throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety
instructions could result in serious injury.
Training
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Read, understand and follow all instructions on the
machine and in the manual(s) before operating this
machine. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and
the proper use of the machine. Know how to stop the
machine and disengage the controls quickly.
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Never allow children to operate the machine. Never allow
adults to operate the machine without proper instruction.
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Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particularly
small children.
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Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling, especially
when operating the machine in reverse.
Preparation
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Thoroughly inspect the area where the machine is to be
used and remove all doormats, sleds, boards, wires, and
other foreign objects.
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Disengage all clutches and shift into neutral before
starting the engine.
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Do not operate the machine without wearing adequate
winter garments. Avoid loose fitting clothing that can get
caught in moving parts. Wear footwear that will improve
footing on slippery surfaces.
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Handle fuel with care; it is highly flammable.
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Use an approved fuel container.
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Never add fuel to a running engine or hot engine.
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Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care. Never fill
fuel tank indoors.
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Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or
trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place containers
on the ground, away from your vehicle, before filling.
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When practical, remove gas-powered machine from
the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this
is not possible, then refuel such machine on a trailer
with a portable container, rather than from a gasoline
dispenser nozzle.
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Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel
tank or container opening at all times, until refueling
is complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device.
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Replace gasoline cap securely and wipe up spilled fuel.
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If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing
immediately.
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Use extension cords and receptacles as specified by
the manufacturer for all machines with electric starting
motors.
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Adjust the collector housing height to clear gravel or
crushed rock surface.
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Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine
is running (except when specifically recommended by
manufacturer).
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Always wear safety glasses or eye shields during operation
or while performing an adjustment or repair to protect
eyes from foreign objects that may be thrown from the
machine.
Operation
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Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.
Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.
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Exercise extreme caution when operating on or crossing
gravel drives, walks, or roads. Stay alert for hidden
hazards or traffic.
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After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, remove
the wire from the spark plug, thoroughly inspect the
machine for any damage, and repair the damage before
restarting and operating the machine.
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If the machine should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the
engine and check immediately for the cause. Vibration is
generally a warning of trouble.
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Stop the engine whenever you leave the operating
position, before unclogging the auger/impeller housing
or discharge chute, and when making any repairs,
adjustments or inspections.
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When cleaning, repairing or inspecting the machine, stop
the engine and make certain the auger/impeller and all
moving parts have stopped. Disconnect the spark plug
wire and keep the wire away from the plug to prevent
someone from accidentally starting the engine.
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Do not run the engine indoors, except when starting
the engine and for transporting the machine in or out
of the building. Open the outside doors; exhaust fumes
are dangerous.
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Exercise extreme caution when operating on slopes.
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Never operate the machine without proper guards, and
other safety protective devices in place and working.
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