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30SD, 36SD, 45SD
Rev. Nov2014
Safety Information
Emission Control System Information
The U.S. and California Clean Air Acts
EPA and California regulations require all
manufacturers to furnish written instructions
describing the operation and maintenance of
emission control systems. The following instructions
and procedures must be followed in order to keep
the emissions from your engine within the emission
standards. Maintenance, replacement, or repair of
the emission control devices and systems may be
performed by any engine repair establishment or
individual, using parts that are ‘‘certified’’ to EPA
standards.
Safety Label Locations
Safety labels are located on your snow blower to
warn you of potential hazards. Read them carefully.
If a label comes off or becomes hard to read,
contact GXi Parts and Service, LLC for a
replacement.
Operator Responsibility
It is the owner’s responsibility that all operators and
mechanics must be trained and read this manual
before operating the snow blower as well as being
physically able individuals. They should be
instructed about safe operating and mechanical
procedures. If they can not read or understand
English, it is the owner’s responsibility to explain all
safety operating instructions. The owner or
operator is responsible for accidents or injuries
occurring to themselves, other people or property.
Potential misfortunate incidents can be prevented
Safety Information and Warnings
Snow Blower Inspection
For your safety, inspect the snow blower before each
use. Before you begin your inspection, be sure the
following conditions are met: the snow blower should
be on a level surface, with the ignition switch off, the
key removed, and the augers disengaged. Also,
disconnect the spark plug wires from the spark plugs
and ground them against the engine to prevent
inadvertent starting.
WARNING
WARNING! Do not use your DEK snow blower to carry
passengers. Keep bystanders, helpers, pets and children
at a safe distance from the machine while it is in
operation. Inspect the area where the equipment is to be
used and remove all objects such as rocks, toys, and wires
which can be thrown by the machine causing serious
injury or death.
Wear appropriate clothing including hard hat, safety
glasses and hearing protection. Long hair, loose clothing
or jewelry may get tangled in moving parts.
WARNING
Training
1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the
machine and manual(s) before attempting to
assemble and operate.
2. Operator must be familiar with all controls, their
operations, and how to stop the engine and
disengage the controls quickly.
3. Never allow children to operate this machine.
4. Never allow adults to operate this machine without
proper instruction.
5. Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling,
especially when operating the machine in reverse.
6. Keep area of operation clear at all times.
