GB - 8
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM
This equipment and/or its engine may include
exhaust and evaporative emissions control
system components required to meet U.S.
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
and/or California Air Resources Board
(CARB) regulations. Tampering with
emission controls and components by
unauthorized personnel may result in severe
fines or penalties. Emission controls and
components can only be adjusted by an
Ariens Company dealer or an authorized
engine manufacturer's service center.
Contact your Ariens Company Equipment
Retailer concerning emission controls and
component questions.
SAFETY RULES
Read, understand and follow all safety
practices in Owner/Operator Manual before
beginning assembly. Failure to follow
instructions could result in personal injury
and/or damage to unit.
ALWAYS remove key (if equipped) and
disconnect wire from spark plug before
assembly. Unintentional engine start up can
cause death or serious injury.
Complete a walk around inspection of unit
and work area to understand:
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Work area
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Your unit
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All safety decals
ALWAYS check overhead and side
clearances carefully before operation.
ALWAYS be aware of traffic when operating
along streets or curbs.
Keep children and people away.
Keep children out of work area and under
watchful care of a responsible adult.
Keep area of operation clear of all toys, pets,
and debris. Thrown objects can cause injury.
Check for weak spots on docks, ramps or
floors. Avoid uneven work areas and rough
terrain.
ALWAYS be sure of your footing. Keep a firm
hold on handlebar. Walk, NEVER run.
DO NOT operate on wet grass.
Dust, smoke, fog, etc. can reduce vision and
cause an accident. Operate unit only when
there is good visibility and light.
NEVER allow children to operate or play on
or near unit.
Be alert and shut off unit if children enter
area.
Never carry passengers–especially children–
even with blades (PTO) off.
Read the entire Owner/Operator manual and
other training material. If the operator or the
mechanic cannot read the manual, it is the
owner’s responsibility to explain it to them.
Only the user can prevent and is responsible
for accidents or injuries occurring to
themselves, other people or property.
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Only trained adults may operate or
service unit
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Training includes actual operation
NEVER operate unit after or during the use of
medication, drugs or alcohol. Safe operation
requires your complete and unimpaired
attention at all times.
NEVER allow anyone to operate this unit
when their alertness or coordination is
impaired.
Wear adequate safety gear, protective gloves
and footwear.
NEVER wear open sandals or canvas shoes
during operation.
Protect eyes, face and head from objects that
may be thrown from unit. Wear appropriate
hearing protection.
Sharp edges can cut. Moving parts can cut off
fingers or a hand. Wrap blade(s), wear sturdy
gloves and use extreme caution when
servicing. On multi-blade mowers, rotation of
one blade will cause all blades to rotate.
ALWAYS keep hands and feet away from all
rotating parts during operation. Rotating parts
can cut off body parts.
ALWAYS keep hands away from all pinch
points.
DO NOT touch unit parts which might be hot
from operation. Allow parts to cool before
attempting to maintain, adjust or service.
NEVER place your hands or any part of your
body or clothing inside or near any moving
part while unit is running.
DO NOT wear loose clothing or jewelry. Tie
back hair that may get caught in rotating
parts.
Keep children and people away from unit
during operation.
Fumes from engine exhaust can cause injury
or death.
DO NOT run engine in an enclosed area.
Always provide good ventilation.
Thrown objects can cause injury and property
damage. DO NOT point discharge at anyone
or discharge directly onto paved or gravel
surfaces.
Always stand clear of the discharge area
when operating this unit.
