DELIVERY
Customer Note: If you have purchased this product without complete assembly and instruction by your retailer, it is your responsibility to:
1.Read and understand all assembly instructions in this manual. If you do not understand or have difficulty following the instructions, contact your nearest Ariens Dealer for assistance. Make sure all assembly has been properly completed.
NOTE: To locate your nearest Ariens Dealer, call
WARNING: Improper assembly or adjustments can cause serious injury.
2.Understand all Safety Precautions provided in the manuals.
3.Review control functions and operation of the unit. Do not operate the
4.Review recommended lubrication, maintenance and adjustments.
5.Review Limited Warranty Policy.
6.Fill out a Product Registration Card and return the card to the Ariens Company or go to www.ariens.com.
SAFETY
WARNING: To avoid injury to hands and feet, always disengage clutches, shut off engine, and wait for all movement to stop before unclogging or working on snow thrower.
Keep hands and feet away from auger and impeller.
SAFETY ALERTS
Look for these symbols to point out important safety precautions. They mean:
Attention!
Personal Safety Is
Involved!
Become Alert!
Obey The Message!
The safety alert symbols above and signal words below are used on decals and in this manual. Read and understand all safety messages.
DANGER: IMMINENTLY HAZARDOUS SITUATION! If not avoided, WILL RESULT in death or serious injury.
WARNING: POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS SITUATION! If not avoided, COULD RESULT in death or serious injury.
CAUTION: POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS SITUATION! If not avoided, MAY RESULT in minor or moderate injury. It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices.
NOTATIONS
NOTE: General reference information for proper operation and maintenance practices.
IMPORTANT: Specific procedures or information required to prevent damage to unit or attachment.
PRACTICES AND LAWS
Practice usual and customary safe working precautions, for the benefit of yourself and others. Understand and follow all safety messages. Be alert to unsafe conditions and the possibility of minor, moderate, or serious injury or death. Learn applicable rules and laws in your area. Always follow the practices set forth in this manual.
REQUIRED OPERATOR TRAINING
Original purchaser of this unit was instructed by the seller on safe and proper operation. If unit is to be used by someone other than original purchaser; loaned, rented or sold, ALWAYS provide this manual and any needed safety training before operation.
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