DISCLAIMER
Ariens reserves the right to discontinue, make changes to, and add improvements upon its products at any time without public notice or obligation. The descriptions and specifications contained in this manual were in effect at printing. Equipment described within this manual may be optional. Some illustrations may not be applicable to your unit.
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, go to www.ariens.com on the Internet.
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 unit unless all controls function as described in this manual.
4.Review recommended lubrication, maintenance and adjustments.
5.Review Limited Warranty Policy.
6.Fill out Original Purchaser Registration Card and return the card to Ariens Company or go to www.ariens.com on the internet.
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 brush. Keep hands and feet away from brush.
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL
These are safety alert symbols. They mean:
•ATTENTION!
• YOUR SAFETY IS
INVOLVED!
When you see this symbol:
•BECOME ALERT!
• OBEY THE MESSAGE!
SIGNAL WORDS
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.
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