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Section 2
13. Use only in daylight or good artificial light.
14. Do not leave the machine unattended.
15. The machine and attachments should be stopped
and inspected for damage after striking a foreign
object, and damage should be repaired before
restarting and operating the machine.
16. Keep hands and feet away from blower intake and
outlet. Contact can injure.
CAUTION
Do not touch the engine or the muffler while the
engine is running or immediately after stopping.
These areas may be hot enough to cause a
burn.
DANGER
DO NOT run the engine inside a building or
a confined area without proper ventilation.
Exhaust fumes are hazardous and contain
carbon monoxide which can cause brain injury
and death.
17. Keep hands and feet away from all other moving
parts. Contact can injure.
18. Use extra care when loading or unloading the
machine into a truck or trailer.
19. Tie the blower down securely using straps, chains,
cables, or ropes. Both front and rear straps must be
directed down and outward from machine.
20. Use care when approaching blind corners, shrubs,
trees, or other objects that may obscure vision.
21. NEVER leave the machine running unattended.
2.5 MAINTENANCE CONSIDERATIONS &
STORAGE
1. Never make adjustments to the machine with the
engine running unless specifically instructed to do
so. If the engine is running, keep hands, feet, and
clothing away from moving parts.
2. Do not straighten or weld the blower fan. Replace
damaged or failed blower fans.
3. Disconnect spark plug wire(s) to prevent accidental
starting of the engine when servicing or adjusting
the machine. Wait for all movement to stop before
adjusting, cleaning, or repairing.
4. Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight, to ensure the
machine is in safe working condition.
5. Do not change the engine governor settings or
overspeed the engine. See the engine operator's
manual for information on engine settings.
6. To reduce fire hazard, keep the muffler and engine
free of grass, leaves, excessive grease, oil, and dirt.
7. Park the machine on level ground.
8. NEVER allow untrained personnel to service the
machine.
9. Keep all parts in good working condition. Replace all
worn or damaged decals.
10. Use jack stands to support components when
required.
11. Let the engine cool before storing.
12. DO NOT store the machine near an open flame.
13. Shut off fuel while storing or transporting.
14. DO NOT store fuel near flames or drain indoors.
2.6 USING A SPARK ARRESTOR
The engine in this machine is not equipped with a spark
arrestor muffler. It is in violation of California Public
Resource Code Section 4442 to use or operate this
engine on or near any forest covered, brush covered,
or grass covered land unless the exhaust system is
equipped with a spark arrestor meeting any applicable
local or state laws. Other states or federal areas may have
similar laws. Check with your state or local authorities for
regulations pertaining to these requirements.
2.7 SPARK IGNITION SYSTEM
This spark ignition system complies with Canadian
ICES-002.