![background image](http://html1.mh-extra.com/html/yard-force/yf6012-le/yf6012-le_operators-manual_905857006.webp)
6
Do not attempt to clear snow from a gravel or
crushed rock surface. This product is intended
for use only on paved surfaces.
Never attempt to make any adjustments while
the motor is running (except when specifically
recommended by the manufacturer).
Always wear safety glasses or eye shields
during operation or while performing an
adjustment or repair to protect your eyes from
foreign objects that may be thrown from the
machine.
OPERATION
1. Do not put hands or feet near or under
rotating parts. Keep clear of the discharge
opening at all times.
2. Exercise extreme caution when operating
on or crossing gravel drives, walks or roads.
Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic.
3. After striking a foreign object, stop the
motor. Thoroughly inspect the electric
snow shovel for any damage, and repair the
damage before restarting and operating the
electric snow shovel.
4. If the unit should start to vibrate
abnormally, stop the motor and check the
unit immediately to ascertain the cause.
Vibration is generally a sign of trouble.
5. Stop the motor and disconnect the
electric snow shovel from the power
supply whenever you leave the operating
position, when transporting the unit,before
unclogging the rotor blade housing
and when making any repairs, adjustments
or inspections to the unit.
6. When cleaning, repairing or inspecting
the electric snow shovel, make sure that
all moving parts have come to a complete
stop before beginning work.
7. Exercise extreme caution when operating
on slopes.
8. Never operate the electric snow shovel
without proper guards and other safety
devices in place and in proper working
order.
9. Never direct the discharge toward people
or areas where property damage can occur.
Keep children, pets and other bystanders
away from the work area.
10. Do not overload the machine capacity by
attempting to clear snow at too fast a rate.
11. Look behind and use care when backing up
with the electric snow shovel.
12. Make sure the 2 W LED light is operational
when using the electric snow shovel at
night or under conditions of poor visibility.
Always check your footing during operation
and keep a firm hold on the handles. Walk,
never run, with the unit.
CLEARING A CLOGGED DISCHARGE CHUTE
Hand contact with the rotating paddle inside
the rotor housing is the most common cause of
injury associated with electric snow shovels.
Never use your hands to clear a clogged rotor
housing.
To clear the rotor housing:
• Shut the motor off and disconnect the unit
from the power supply.
• Wait 10 seconds to be sure the rotating paddle
have come to a complete stop.
• Always use a clean-out tool, not your hands,
to free the rotating paddle.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
• Check all fasteners at frequent intervals
for proper tightness to ensure that the
equipment is in safe working condition.
• Always refer to the operator's manual for
important details, such as how to properly
store your electric snow shovel for an
extended period of time.
• Maintain or replace safety and instruction
labels as needed.
• Run the machine a few minutes after
throwing snow to prevent the paddle from
freezing.
DOUBLE-INSULATED: GROUNDING
NOT REQUIRED. WHEN SERVICING,
USE ONLY IDENTICAL REPLACEMENT
PARTS.
• This electric snow shovel is double-
insulated, eliminating the need for a
separate grounding system. Use only
identical replacement parts. Read the
instructions before servicing double-
insulated products. Use this snow shovel
only as described in this manual.
• Electrical Safety
• Ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI)
protection should be provided on the