Keep children and people away. Keep children out of work area and under watchful care of a responsible adult.
NEVER allow children to operate or play on or near unit. Be alert and shut off unit if children enter area.
DO NOT allow adults to operate unit without proper training. Only trained adults may operate unit. Training includes being familiar with controls and actual operation.
Keep area of operation clear of all toys, pets, and debris. Thrown objects can cause injury. Check for weak spots on docks, ramps or floors. Avoid uneven work areas and rough terrain. Stay alert for hidden hazards.
DO NOT operate near
Falling snow, fog, etc. can reduce vision and cause an accident. Operate unit only when there is good visibility and light.
NEVER operate unit after or during the use of medication, drugs or alcohol. Safe operation requires your complete and unimpaired attention at all times.
NEVER allow anyone to operate this unit when their alertness or coordination is impaired.
DO NOT operate unit without wearing adequate outer garments. Wear adequate safety gear, including safety glasses with side shields, and protective gloves. Wear proper footwear to improve footing on slippery surfaces.
DO NOT wear loose clothing or jewelry and tie back hair that may get caught in rotating parts.
Protect eyes, face and head from objects that may be thrown from unit. Wear appropriate hearing protection.
Avoid sharp edges. Sharp edges can cut. Moving parts can cut off fingers or a hand. ALWAYS keep hands and feet away from all rotating parts during operation. Rotating parts can cut off body parts.
NEVER place your hands or any part of your body or clothing inside or near any moving part while unit is running.
ALWAYS keep hands away from all pinch points.
DO NOT touch unit parts which might be hot from operation. Allow parts to cool before attempting to maintain, adjust or service. Never direct discharge towards persons or property that may be injured or damaged by thrown objects. Use extreme caution on gravel surfaces. Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic.
Deflected materials can cause injury and property damage.
Always stand clear of the discharge area when operating this unit.
Fumes from engine exhaust can cause injury or death. DO NOT run engine in an enclosed area. Always provide good ventilation.
ALWAYS disengage attachment, stop unit and engine, remove key and allow moving parts to stop before leaving operator’s position.
Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine before starting.
Understand:
•How to operate all controls.
•The functions of all controls.
•How to STOP in an emergency.
Before starting engine, disengage control(s). Use only approved extension cords and receptacles when starting units equipped with electric starter. DO NOT connect electric starter cord to any wiring system that is not a
ALWAYS allow unit and engine to adjust to outdoor temperatures before clearing snow. Always be sure of your footing, especially when operating in reverse or leaving the operator’s position. Walk, never run during operation.
DO NOT overload the machine capacity by attempting to clear debris at too fast a rate. Slow down and turn corners slowly.
Do not operate in reverse unless absolutely necessary. ALWAYS back up slowly. Always look down and behind before and while backing.
Disengage attachment drive when traveling from one work area to another.
Abnormal vibrations are a warning of trouble. Striking a foreign object can damage unit. Immediately stop unit and engine. Remove key and wait for all moving parts to stop. Remove wire from spark plug. Inspect unit and make any necessary repairs before restart.
Before cleaning, removing clogs or making any inspections, repairs, etc.: disengage clutch(es), stop unit and engine, remove key, allow moving parts to stop. Allow hot parts to cool.
Run unit a few minutes after clearing snow to prevent
Disengage attachment when not in use. Disengage all clutches before starting engine. Never leave a running unit unattended. ALWAYS shut off engine before leaving unit. ALWAYS remove key to prevent unauthorized use.
Never carry passengers.
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