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2.
Check bolts and screws for proper tightness
at frequent intervals to keep the machine
in safe working condition. Also, visually
inspect machine for any damage and repair,
if needed.
3.
Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting,
stop the engine and make certain the
impeller and all moving parts have stopped.
Disconnect the FLEX™ Power Base from the
attachment to prevent unintended starting.
4.
Do not change the engine governor settings
or overspeed the engine. The governor
controls the maximum safe operating speed
of the engine.
5.
Maintain or replace safety and instruction
labels, as necessary.
6.
Follow this manual for safe loading,
unloading, transporting, and storage of this
machine.
7.
Never store the machine or fuel container
inside where there is an open flame, spark
or pilot light such as a water heater, furnace,
clothes dryer, etc.
8.
Allow machine to cool at least 5 minutes
before storing.
9.
Always refer to the operator’s manual for
proper instructions on off-season storage.
10.
Observe proper disposal laws and
regulations for gas, oil, etc. to protect the
environment.
11.
According to the Consumer Products
Safety Commission (CPSC) and the U.S.
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA),
this product has an
Average Useful Life
of
seven (7) years, or 60 hours of operation. At
the end of the
Average Useful Life
have
the machine inspected annually by an
authorized service dealer to ensure that all
mechanical and safety systems are working
properly and not worn excessively. Failure
to do so can result in accidents, injuries or
death.
Notice Regarding Emissions
Engines which are certified to comply with
California and federal EPA emission regulations for
SORE (Small Off Road Equipment) are certified to
operate on regular unleaded gasoline, and may
include the following emission control systems:
Engine Modification (EM), Oxidizing Catalyst
(OC), Secondary Air Injection (SAI) and Three Way
Catalyst (TWC) if so equipped.
Spark Arrestor
WARNING:
This machine is
equipped with an internal
combustion engine and should not
be used on or near any unimproved
forest-covered, brushcovered or
grass-covered land unless the
engine’s exhaust system is equipped
with a spark arrestor meeting
applicable local or state laws (if any).
If a spark arrestor is used, it should be maintained
in effective working order by the operator. In the
State of California the above is required by law
(Section 4442 of the California Public Resources
Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal
laws apply on federal lands.
A spark arrestor for the muffler is available through
your nearest engine authorized service dealer or
contact the service department, P.O. Box 361131
Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019.
Safety Symbols
This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine before
attempting to assemble and operate.
Symbol
Description
READ THE OPERATOR’S MANUAL(S)
Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate.
WARNING— ROTATING BLADES
Keep hands out of inlet and discharge openings while machine is running. There are rotating blades inside
BYSTANDERS
Keep bystanders, pets, and children at least 75 feet from the machine while it is in operation. Stop
machine if anyone enters the area.
WARNING— THROWN DEBRIS
Never operate without the chute deflector properly attached to the machine.
EYE PROTECTION
Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles when operating this machine.
WARNING!
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.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
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