impellertocometoacompletestopTheimpeller.
continuestorotatefor a few seconds after the engine is shut off. Never place any part of the body in the impeller area untilyou are sure the impeller has stopped rotating.
Muffler and engine become hotand can cause a bum.
Do not touch.
Do not allow leaves or other debris to
engine'smuffler. The debris couldignite and cause a fire.
Do not attempt to shred or chip material larger than specified in this manual. Personal injuryor damage to the machine could result.
Do not operate engine if air cleaner or cover over carburetor
adjustment. Removal of such parts could create a fire hazard.
Only use accessories approvedfor thismachine by the manufacturer. Read, understand,and follow all
instructionsprovidedwith the approved accessory. If situationsoccur which are not covered by this manual, use care and goodjudgment. Contact your dealer for assistance.
Keep discharge chute deflector, chipper chute door, and all other guards and safety devices in place and operating propady.
Only operate unit in gooddaylight. Do notoperate unit at nightor in dark areas where yourvision may be impaired,
CHILDREN
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of small children. Children are often attracted to the
activity. Never assume that children will remainwhere you last saw them.
Keep childrenout of the work area and underthe watchful eye of a responsibleadult other than the
operator.
Be alert and turnthe unitoff ifa child enters the area. Never allow children underthe age of 16 to operate the
least two minutes before refueling.
b.Replaco gasoline cap securely and wipe offany spilledgasolinebefore startingthe engine as it may cause a fire or explosion.
c.Extinguishall cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sourcesof ignition.
d.Never refuel unit indoorsbecause flammable vaporswill accumulate in the area.
e.Never storethe machineor fuel container inside where there isan open flame or spark suchas a
gas hotwater heater, space heater, clothesdryer or furnace.
Never run your machine in an enclosed area as the exhaust from the engine contains carbon monoxide, which is an odorless, tastelessand deadly poisonous gas.
To reducefire hazard, keep engine and mufflerfree of leaves, grass, and other debris
Before cleaning, repairing,or inspecting,make certain the impellerand all movingparts have stopped. Disconnectthe spark plug wire and keep wire away
from spark plug to prevent accidental starting. Do not use flammable solutionsto clean air filter.
Check the blade and engine mountingscrews at frequent intervalsfor propertightness. Also visually inspect bladesfor wear and/or damage (e.g., bent, cracked). Replace with blades which meet original equipmentspecifications.
Keep all nuts, bolts,and screws fight to be sure the equipmentis in safe workingcondition.
Never tampar with safety devices. Check their proper operationregularly.
After strikinga foreign object, immediatelystop the engine, disconnectthe spark plug wire from the spark plug, and thoroughlyinspectthe unit for any damage.
Repair damage before startingand operatingunit. Do notalter or tamper with the engine's governor setting. The governor controlsthe maximum safe operatingspeed ofthe engine.
SERVICE
Use extreme care in handlinggasolineand other fuels.
They are extremely flammable andthe vapors are explosive.
a.Store fuel and oil in approved containers, away from heat andopen flame, and outof the reach of children. Check and add fuel before startingthe engine. Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine is running. Allow engine to coolat
YOUR RESPONSIBILITY
Restrictthe use of thispower machine to persons who read, understandand follow the warnings and instructionsin this manual and on the machine.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR
FUTURE REFERENCE
This unit is equipped with an internal combustion egine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest- covered,
meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it shouldbe maintained in effective working order by the operator.
In the State of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A sparkarrester for the muffler is available through your nearest Sears Authorized Service Center (See the REPAIR PARTS section of thismanual.)