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Safe
Operation
Practices
WARNING
This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before at- tempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury. When you see this symbol.
HEED ITS WARNING!
Your Responsibility Restrict the use
of this power machine to persons who read, understand
and follow the warnings and instructions
in this manual
and on the machine.
17.If the machine should start making an unusual noise or vibration, stop the engine, disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it against the engine. Inspect thoroughly for damage. Repair any damage before starting and operating.
18.Keep all shields, guards and safety devices in place and operating properly.
19.Never pick up or carry machine while the engine is running.
20.Use only attachments and accessories approved by the manufacturer. Failure to do so, can result in personal injury.
21.If situations occur which are not covered in this manual, use care and good judgment. Contact Customer Support or your authorized dealer.
Maintenance & Storage
1.Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly.
2.Check bolts and screws for proper tightness at frequent intervals to keep the machine in safe working condition. Also, visually inspect machine for any damage.
3.Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, stop the engine and make certain the tines and all moving parts have
stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it against the engine to prevent unintended starting.
4.Do not change the engine governor settings or
5.Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as neces- sary.
6.Follow this manual for safe loading, unloading, transporting, and storage of this machine.
7.Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame, spark or pilot light such as a water heater, furnace, clothes dryer etc.
8.Always refer to the operator’s manual for proper instructions on
9.If the fuel tank has to be drained, do this outdoors.
10.Observe proper disposal laws and regulations for gas, oil, etc. to protect the environment.
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