EN – 6
Always keep protective structures, guards, and panels in
good repair and secured in place. Never modify or remove
safety devices.
Never store the machine with fuel in the fuel tank inside a
building where ignition sources are present such as hot
water heaters, space heaters or clothes dryers. Close fuel
valve and allow the engine to cool completely before
storing in any enclosure or covering the unit.
Always refer to operator's manual for important details if
the snow thrower is to be stored for an extended period.
Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels as
necessary.
Run the machine a few minutes after throwing snow to
prevent freeze-up of the auger / impeller.
Personal Protection
Do not operate the equipment 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.
Wear adequate safety gear, including safety glasses with
side shields and protective gloves.
Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry, and tie back hair
that may get caught in rotating parts.
NEVER attempt to unclog or clean unit while engine is
running. Rotating auger / impeller can cause serious
injury.
Protect eyes, face and head from objects that may be
thrown from unit. Wear appropriate hearing protection.
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.
Slope Operation
Exercise extreme caution when operating on slopes. DO
NOT operate on steep slopes. DO NOT clear snow across
the face of slopes; go up and down. Keep all movement
on slopes slow and gradual.
Use a slow speed to avoid stops or shifts on slopes. Avoid
starting or stopping on a slope. Do not park unit on a slope
unless absolutely necessary. When parking on a slope
always block the wheels.
Do not operate near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments.
Unit can suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of
a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves in.
Fuel
DO NOT run engine in an enclosed area. Always provide
good ventilation. Fumes from engine exhaust can cause
injury or death.
Fuel is highly flammable and its vapors are explosive.
Handle with care. Use only an approved gasoline
container with an appropriately-sized dispensing spout.
No smoking, no sparks, no flames. Always allow engine to
cool before servicing.
Never fill fuel tank when engine is running or hot from
operation.
Never fill or drain fuel tank indoors.
Replace fuel cap securely and clean up spilled fuel.
Never fill fuel 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.
When practical, remove gas-powered equipment from the
truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not
possible, then refuel on a trailer with a portable container,
rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle.
Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or
container opening at all times until fueling is complete. Do
not use a nozzle lock-open device.
If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing immediately.
Properly remove fuel before tipping unit up onto housing
to avoid spills.
Towing/Transporting
Always stop engine, remove key and close fuel valve or
drain fuel when transporting unit on a truck or trailer.
Use extra care when loading or unloading unit onto trailer
or truck. Secure unit chassis to transport vehicle. Never
secure from rods or linkages that could be damaged. Do
not transport machine while engine is running.
Accessories
Use only Ariens Company-recommended attachments or
accessories that are designed for your unit and that are
appropriate to your use and can be used safely in your
application.
