Section 1: Safety
3.Before starting the engine, check the tightness of all screws, nuts, bolts, and other fasteners. Replace or clean any damaged or unreadable safety and operating labels.
4.Wear adequate winter outer garments when operating the unit. Wear footwear that will improve footing on slippery surfaces. Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling, especially when operating in reverse.
5.Use extra care when handling gasoline and other fuels. Gasoline and its vapors are highly flammable and explosive. To help prevent a fire or explosion:
a.Store gasoline only in an approved gasoline storage container, safely out of the reach of children.
b.Never remove the fuel fill cap on the fuel tank, or add fuel while the engine is running or hot.
c.Keep matches, smoking materials, open flames, and sparks away from the fuel tank and gasoline storage container.
d.Fill the fuel tank outdoors and with extreme care. Never fill the fuel tank indoors.
e.Replace the fuel fill cap on the fuel tank, the cap on the gasoline storage container, and clean up fuel spills before starting the engine.
f.Leave
g.Do not store the unit or the gasoline storage container where there is a danger of an open flame or spark, or where ignition sources are present such as hot water and space heaters, furnaces, clothes dryers, stoves, electric motors, etc.
6.For units equipped with the electric- start kit:
a.Only use a
b.Only plug into a properly grounded,
c.Inspect the electrical cord for damage before use. If it is damaged, do not use it.
d.Stand on dry ground when handling the electrical cord. Do not handle the electrical cord with wet hands or wet gloves. Do not use the electric starter if it is raining.
e.Connect the cord to the electric starter first, and then plug the cord into a properly grounded outlet (this lessens the chances of sparks from occurring near the engine).
f.Do not abuse the electrical cord. Do not pull the unit by the cord. Do not pull the cord to disconnect it from the outlet. Keep the cord away from sharp edges, oil, and excessive heat.
7.Adjust the skid shoes and scraper blade so the auger housing clears gravel or crushed rock surfaces.
Operation
1.The operator of the unit is responsible for the safety of all persons in the operating zone of the unit.
2.Before starting the unit, disconnect the spark plug wire and check the auger and discharge chute to make sure they are free of ice. Check the engine oil level. Reconnect the spark plug wire before starting the engine.
3.Disengage all clutches and shift into neutral before starting the engine.
4.Let the unit adjust to outdoor temperature before use.
5.Check the operation of the controls before using the unit. Do not operate the unit unless all controls are operating properly.
6.Never carry passengers on the unit. They could fall off and be seriously injured, or they could interfere with safe operation.
7.Keep hands, other body parts, and clothing away from any moving or rotating parts. Keep clear of the intake and discharge openings at all times.
8.Before starting the engine, inspect the area where the unit is to be used and remove all sleds, boards, doormats, metal, bottles, cans, or other debris.
9.Keep children out of the area of operation and under the watchful eye of an adult not operating the unit. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them.
10.If the unit makes an unusual noise or vibration, immediately shut the engine off, wait for all moving parts to stop, disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug and perform the following steps:
a.Inspect for damage.
b.Replace or repair any damaged parts.
c.Check for and tighten any loose parts.
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