Poulan PP133 Snow Thrower Safety, Another, High speed causing injury, Know how to stop quickly

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WARNING: Falling objects can cause severe head injury. Wear head protec- tion when operating this unit with a pole prun- er attachment.

WARNING: To prevent serious injury, do not use more than one boom extension with a pole pruner attachment.

WARNING: Keep the pruner away from power lines or electrical wires.

S Only use for pruning limbs or branches overhead up to 4 inches (10 cm) in diameter.

S Do not operate the unit faster than the speed needed to prune. Do not run the unit at high speed when not pruning.

SAlways stop the unit when work is delayed or when walking from one cutting location to

another.

S If you strike or become entangled with a foreign object, stop the engine immediately and check for damage. Have any damage repaired by an authorized service dealer before attempting further operations. Discard blades that are bent, warped, cracked or broken.

SStop the unit immediately if you feel excessive vibration. Vibration is a sign of trouble. Inspect thoroughly for loose nuts, bolts or damage before continuing. Contact an authorized service dealer for repair or replacement of affected parts as necessary.

SNOW THROWER SAFETY

WARNING: Keep hands and feet away from the rotor when starting or running the engine. Never attempt to clear the rotor with the engine/motor running. Stop engine and disconnect spark plug before unclogging snow or debris from discharge chute or when adjusting vanes.

WARNING: Never lean over dis- charge chute. Rocks or debris could be thrown into the eyes and face and cause seri- ous injury or blindness.

WARNING: Inspect the area where the unit is to be used. Remove objects that could be thrown or damage the unit. Some objects may be hidden by fallen snow -- be alert for the possibility.

SDirect material discharge away from glass

enclosures, automobiles, etc.

SDo not run engine at high speed while not

removing snow.

S Be attentive when using the snowthrower, and stay alert for holes in the terrain and other hidden hazards.

S Make sure the rotor will spin freely before attaching the snowthrower to the powerhead.

SIf the rotor will not rotate freely due to frozen ice, thaw the unit before thoroughly before

attempting to operate under power.

SKeep the rotor clear of debris.

SDo not throw snow near other people. The snow thrower could propel small objects at

high speed causing injury.

S After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, disconnect spark plug and inspect the snowthrower for damage and repair if necessary before restarting unit.

SNever operate the snowthrower near glass enclosures, automobiles and trucks.

SNever attempt to use the snowthrower on a

roof.

S Never operate the snowthrower near window wells, dropoffs, etc.

SNever discharge snow onto public roads or near moving traffic.

SClear snow from slopes by going up and down; never across. Use caution when

changing directions. Never clear snow from steep slopes.

SLet snowthrower run for a few minutes after clearing snow so moving parts do not freeze.

SLook behind and use care when backing up.

Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling, especially when operating in reverse.

SKnow how to stop quickly.

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Contents Manual de Instrucciones Manuel d’Instructions Table of Contents Identification of Safety SymbolsIdentification of Safety Symbols Optional Attachments Safety RulesOperator Safety Unit / Maintenance Safety Fuel SafetyLine Trimmer Safety Additional Safety RulesEdger Safety BLOWER/VACUUM SafetyBrushcutter Safety HandlebarPole Pruner Safety Cultivator SafetyHedge Trimmer Safety Snow Thrower Safety High speed causing injuryKnow how to stop quickly AnotherAssembly Installing Trimmer ATTACH- MentAdjusting the Handle Attaching the ShieldOperation HOW to Stop Your Unit HOW to Start Your UnitStarting a Warm Engine Starting a Flooded EngineInstalling Optional ATTACH- Ments Operating PositionCutting Methods RightWrongMaintenance Inspect and Clean Unit and DecalsClean AIR Filter Check for Loose Fasteners and PartsService and Adjustments Inspect Muffler and Spark Arresting ScreenReplace Spark Plug Replacing the LineCarburetor Idle Speed Adjustment Seasonal StorageFuel System EngineLimited Warranty Troubleshooting Table Cause RemedyLigations The U.S. Environmental Canada, contactPoulan PRO Intermediate 125 hours Extended 300 hours

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