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CAUTION!
Always maintain this unit according
to this owner’s manual and follow
the recommended scheduled
maintenance.
Never modify or disable any of the
unit’s safety devices.
Always use genuine Swisher parts
and accessories when repairing or
maintaining this unit.
Do not make unauthorized
modifications to this unit.
Never allow the engine to run at
high RPM without a load. Doing so
could damage the engine.
When transporting the unit in a
vehicle, tie it down securely to
prevent damage and fuel spillage.
Always clear your work area of
trash or hidden debris to help
ensure good footing.
Keep the unit as clean as
possible. Keep it free of loose
vegetation, mud, etc.
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MPB23002
This Swisher PowerBroom tool is
specifically designed for use on the
Swisher Multipurpose Tool Carrier. In-
stallation and/or use on any other mod-
el, brand or type of power tool is not
approved by Swisher. Attempts to use
on non-approved models can damage
the equipment and cause accidents,
serious injury or death.
Sweeper belts may move when start-
ing engine. Place sweeper belts on a
smooth level surface when starting.
Always make sure the PowerBroom
attachment is properly installed and
firmly tightened before operation.
Make sure there are no missing or
loose fasteners, and that the igni-
tion switch and throttle controls are
working properly.
Do not operate the unit with the muf-
fler removed.
Operate this unit only in a well venti-
lated area. Be aware of carbon mon-
oxide poisoning. Exhaust gases and
lubrication oil mist can cause serious
injury or death.
Always hold the machine firmly with
both hands when sweeping, and
maintain control at all times.
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Always stop the engine immediately
and check for damage if you strike a
foreign object or if the unit becomes
tangled. Do not operate with broken
or damaged equipment.
Stop the unit immediately if it sud-
denly begins to vibrate or shake. In-
spect for broken, missing or improp-
erly installed parts or attachments.
Never transport the unit nor set it
down with the engine running. An en-
gine that’s running could be acciden-
tally accelerated causing the drum
assemblies to rotate.
Always clear your work area of trash
or hidden debris that could be thrown
back at you or toward a bystander.
Always keep the handles clean.
Always disconnect the spark plug
wire before performing any mainte-
nance work.
Always wear eye protection to shield
against thrown objects.
Always protect yourself from haz-
ards such as thorny brush and flying
debris by wearing gloves and close
fitting clothing that covers arms and
legs. Never wear shorts. Don’t wear
loose clothing or items such as jew-
elry that could get caught in machin-
ery or underbrush. Secure long hair
so it is above shoulder level.
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The Properly Equipped Operator
Always operate with both hands
firmly gripping the unit.
Wear nonslip heavy-duty work
gloves to improve your grip on
the pole pruner handle. Wear
snug-fitting clothes that also
permit freedom of movement.
NEVER wear shorts!
Always wear appropriate
hearing protection.
Always wear eye and hearing
protection. Swisher recommends
wearing a face shield as additional
face and eye protection.
Wear sturdy footwear with nonslip
soles to provide good footing. Steel-
toed safety boots are recommended.
Never operate unit bare-footed!
Keep a proper footing and do not
overreach—maintain your balance
at all times during operation.
Keep bystanders at least 15 meters away from
the unit while operating to reduce the risk of
being struck by thrown debris.
WARNING!
Use Good Judgement
Operating Precautions
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