Powermate P-WB-163150 Important Safety Information, Save all instructions, Preparation Safety

Important Safety Information

• Save all instructions

RESPONSIBILITY OF OPERATOR

1. Carefully read and follow these safety instructions. Failure to do so can result in serious injury.

2. Know your product. Read and understand this manual before use. Compare the illustrations to unit. Learn location and function of all controls. Thoroughly understanding the unit before use will result in the best performance and safety.

3. Follow all instructions when assembling the unit. If the unit was purchased in assembled condition, the operator must check the unit carefully to make sure it was assembled according the instructions in the manual before use.

4. Regularly inspect the blower. Make sure parts are not bent, damaged, or loose.

5. Use this equipment for its intended purpose only.

6. Operate the unit only with guards, shields, and other safety items in place and working correctly.

7. Service the unit only with authorized or approved replacement parts.

8. Complete all unit maintenance and adjustments according to the instruction in this manual.

WARNING

Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means: “ Attention! Become Alert! Your Safety Is Involved.”

WARNING

Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

WARNING

To prevent accidental starting when setting up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs, always disconnect spark plug wire and put wire where it cannot contact the spark plug.

PREPARATION SAFETY

WARNING

•Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in this manual. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the blower before starting. Know how to stop the engine quickly.

•Familiarize yourself with all the safety and operating decals on this equipment.

CAUTION

•Blower will propel debris at high speed and can cause damage. Before use, check that area is free from breakable objects, such as house windows, auto glass, greenhouses, etc.

•Check that all nuts and bolts are tight and equipment is in good condition.

OPERATION SAFETY

WARNING

•Keep area of operation clear of all bystanders, particularly small children and pets.

•Never allow children or young teenagers to operate the walk behind blower. Only allow responsible individuals, who are familiar with the instructions, to operate the blower.

WARNING

•Do not operate the blower while under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or other medication which can cause drowsiness or affect your ability to operate this machine safely.

•Do not use this machine if you are mentally or physically unable to operate the machine safely.

•This equipment was designed specifically for the purpose of blowing leaves and debris. Do NOT use this equipment for any other purpose.

•Always wear ANSI compliant safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating blower to protect your eyes from foreign objects, which can be thrown from the unit.

•Wear appropriate clothing such as a long sleeved shirt or jacket. Also wear long trousers or slacks. Do NOT wear shorts. Do NOT wear loose clothing, which could get caught in this equipment.

•Always wear work gloves and sturdy footwear such as leather work shoes or short boots. These will protect ankles and shins from small sticks, splinters, and other flying debris, and improve traction.

•It is advisable to wear protective headgear to protect against being struck by small flying particles, or being struck by low hanging branches, twigs, or other objects, which may be unnoticed by the operator.

Questions? Call Toll Free at 1-800-737-2112 2 Copyright © 2009 MAT Engine Technologies, LLC

Important Safety Information