machine for any damage, and repair the damage before
restarting and operating the machine.
•
If the machine should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the
engine and check immediately for the cause. Vibration is
generally a warning of trouble.
•
Never operate the machine without proper guards, plates,
or other safety protective devices in place.
•
Use only attachments and accessories approved by the
manufacturer of the machine (such as wheel weights,
counterweights, cabs, etc.).
Clearing a Clogged Broom
WARNING
The rotating broom could cause serious injury.
Always use caution when cleaning the broom.
To clear the broom:
•
Park the machine on level ground, stop the engine, wait
for all moving parts to stop, and remove the spark-plug
wire(s).
•
Sharp objects can become entangled in the bristles. Wear
gloves and use caution when cleaning out the broom of
foreign objects; never use your bare hands.
Maintenance and Storage
•
Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine
is running (except where specifically recommended by
the manufacturer).
•
Check all of the fasteners at frequent intervals for proper
tightness to ensure that the machine is in safe, working
condition.
•
Never store the machine with fuel in the fuel tank inside
a building where ignition sources are present, such as
hot water and space heaters, clothing dryers, etc. Allow
the engine to cool before storing the machine in any
enclosure.
•
Always refer to the instructions in the
Operator’s Manual
for important details if the machine is to be stored for
an extended period.
•
Maintain or replace the safety and instruction labels, as
necessary.
•
When operating in snow conditions, run the machine for
a few minutes after throwing snow to prevent freeze up
of the broom and housing.
Sound Pressure
This unit has a sound pressure level at the operator’s ear of 89
dBA, which includes an Uncertainty Value (K) of 1 dBA.
Sound power level was determined according to the
procedures outlined in EN ISO 11201.
Sound Power
This unit has a guaranteed sound power level of 101 dBA,
which includes an Uncertainty Value (K) of 1 dBA.
Sound pressure level was determined according to the
procedures outlined in ISO 11094.
Hand/Arm Vibration
Measured vibration level for left hand = 6.4 m/s
2
Measured vibration level for right hand = 5.5 m/s
2
Uncertainty Value (K) = 2.6 m/s
2
Measured values were determined according to the procedures
outlined in EN ISO 20643.
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