PREPARATION
1.Thoroughly inspect the area where the snow thrower is to be used and
remove all doormats, sleds, boards, wires and other foreign objects.
2.Disengage all clutches before starting the engine (motor).
3.Do not operate the snow thrower without wearing adequate winter outer
.garments. Wear footwear that will =mprove footing on slippery surfaces.
4.Handle fuel with care; it is highly flammable.
(a)Use an approved fuel container.
(b)Never remove fuel tank cap or add fuelto a running engine or hot engine.
(c)Fill fuel tank outdoors with
extreme care. Never fill fuel tank indoors .....
(d)Replace fuel tank cap securely and wipe up spilled fuel.
(e)Never store fuel or snow thrower with fuel in the tank inside of a
building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark.
(f)Check fuel supply before each use, allowing space for expansion
as the heat of the engine (motor) and/or sun can cause fuel to expand.
5.Use extension cords and receptacles as specified by the manufacturer for all snow throwers with electric drive
motors or electric starting motors.
6.Adjust the snow thrower height to clear gravel or crushed rock surfaces.
7.Never attempt to make any adjust-
ments while the engine (motor) is running (except when specifically recommended by the manufacturer).
8.Let engine (motor) and snow thrower adjust to outdoor temperatures before starting to clear snow.
9.Always wear safety glasses or eye shields during operation or while performing an adjustment or repair to protect eyes from foreign objects that may be thrown from the snow thrower.
OPERATION ._ _
1.Do not operate this machine if you are taking drugs or other medication which can cause drowsiness or affect your ability to operate this machine.
2.Do not use this machine if you are mentally or physically unable to operate this machine safely.
3.Do not put hands or feet near or under
rotating parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.
. Exercise extreme caution when operat- ing on or crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads. Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic.
5.After striking a foreign object, stop the engine (motor), remove the wire from the spark plug, disconnect the cord on
electric motors, thoroughly inspect the snow thrower for any damage, and
repair the damage before restarting and operating the snow thrower.
6.If the snow thrower should start to
vibrate abnormally, stop the (motor) and check immediately for the cause. •
Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.
7.Stop the engine (motor) whenever you leave the operating position, before
unclogging the auger/impeller housin9 or discharge guide, and when making any repairs, adjustments, or inspections.
8.When cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make certain the auger/impeller and a I '= moving parts have stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire and keep the wire away from the plug to prevent acciden- tal starting.
9..Take all possible precautions when leaving the snow thrower unattended. Disengage the auger/impeller, stop engine, and remove key.
10.Do not run the engine indoors, except when starting the engine and for transporting the snow thrower in or out of the building. Open the outside doors; exhaust fumes are dangerous (contain- ing CARBON MONOXIDE, an ODOR- LESS and DEADLY GAS).
11.Do not clear snow across the face of slopes. Exercise caution when changing direction on slopes. Do not attempt to clear steep slopes.
12.Never operate the snow thrower without proper guards, plates or other safety protective devices in place_
13.Never operate the snow thrower near glass enclosures, automobiles, window wells,
14.Do not overload the machine capacity
by attempting to clear snow at too fast a rate.
15.Never operate the snow thrower at high
transport speeds | on slippery surfaces, |
Lookbehind and | use care when |
backing. | . :' • |
16.Never direct discharge at bystanders or allow anyone in front of the snow thrower.