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become entangled in the snow blower. Keep the area of
operation clear of all people, children, and pets.
•
Excessive force – The snow blower was designed to
respond at a certain rate for various snow conditions for
optimal safety and performance. Do not force it; keep the
applied pressure constant throughout its operation.
•
Malfunctioning switch – Do not use the snow blower if
the switch does not turn it on and off. Any
appliance that
cannot be controlled by the switch is not safe to use and
must be repaired.
•
Hitting an object – If the snow blower accidentally strikes
an object, first stop the snow blower and remove the
batteries; next, inspect for damage; finally, repair or replace
any damaged part before restarting and operating the
snow blower.
•
Discharge chute safety – Never direct the snow discharge
chute at the operator, at bystanders, at vehicles, or at
windows.
The discharged snow, which may contain foreign
objects accidentally picked up by the snow blower, can
cause serious damage and personal injury. Do not use your
hands to unclog the discharge chute. Stop the motor before
removing debris.
•
Hand-held operating position – Operation of the snow
blower in the hand-held position is unsafe.
•
Abnormal operation –
If you find that the snow blower
is not running properly or hear abnormal sounds or feel
abnormal vibrations from the motor, immediately stop the
machine, remove the batteries, and contact an authorized
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dealer or call the Snow Joe
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•
Noise control –
When using the snow blower, respect
the local laws and regulations regarding noise control and
environmental protection. To avoid noise disturbance,
you should carefully decide upon an appropriate operation
time and consider the surrounding conditions.
•
When work is completed – Remove the battery packs
from the snow blower when not in use
, when changing
accessories, and before performing any maintenance
task.
•
Store safely – Store the snow blower indoors in a dry area
between uses. Keep in a locked area, where children and
unauthorized users cannot gain access. Never store the
snow blower with the battery packs installed. It may cause
damage and injury.
•
Maintain for safety and longevity – Check for
misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of
parts, and any other conditions that may affect the unit’s
operation. If damaged, repair or replace the damaged part
before use. Use only those replacement parts made for your
model. When replacing any parts, you must strictly observe
the instructions and procedures described in this manual.
Special care should be paid to any rubber parts, since
these parts may increase the motor load and decrease its
mechanical power if damaged.
• Rotating parts –
Do not put hands or feet near or under
rotating parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all
times.
• Hidden hazards –
Exercise extreme caution when
operating on or crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads.
Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic.
• Exercise extreme caution when operating on slopes.
Never operate the machine at high transport speeds
on slippery surfaces. Look behind and use care when
operating in reverse.
•
Never operate the snow blower without good visibility or
light. Always be sure of your footing, and keep a firm hold
on the handles. Walk; never run.
•
Do not overload the machine capacity by attempting to
clear snow at too fast a rate.
•
Never allow children to operate the equipment. Never allow
adults to operate the equipment
without proper instruction.
•
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.
Clearing a Clogged Discharge Chute
Hand contact with the rotating impeller inside the discharge
chute is the most common cause of injury associated with
snow blowers. Never use your hand to clean out the discharge
chute.
To clear the chute:
i) SHUT THE MOTOR OFF!
ii) Wait 10 seconds to be sure the impeller blades have
stopped rotating.
iii)
Always use a clean-out tool, not your hands.
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