Briggs & Stratton General Safety Warnings, Operation and Equipment Safety, Read the Manual, the, DANGER, WARNING, WARNING, WARNING, WARNING, carelessly, Reproduction

	• Never attempt to make major repairs on the snowthrower
WARNING	unless you have been properly trained. Improper servicing
	of the snowthrower can result in hazardous operation,
U.S.A. Models: The engine exhaust from this product	equipment damage, and voiding of the product warranty.
contains chemicals known to the State of California to	Operation and Equipment Safety
cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

General Safety Warnings				WARNING
Read the Manual			This snowthrower is only as safe as the operator. If it is
			misused, or not properly maintained, it can be dangerous.
DANGER			Remember: you are responsible for your safety and that
			of those around you.
This snowthrower is capable of amputating hands and
			• Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particularly
feet and throwing objects. Read and observe all the safety
instructions in this manual. Failure to do so will result in				small children and pets.
death or serious injury.			• Thoroughly inspect the area where the snowthrower will be
				used and remove all doormats, sleds, boards, wires, and
WARNING				other foreign objects.
			• Do not operate the snowthrower without wearing adequate
Read the operator's manuals before operating the				winter clothing.
machine. This machine can be dangerous if used			• Wear footwear that will improve footing on slippery surfaces.
serious injury.	Reproductionstructures or buildings.
carelessly.				Use caution to avoid slippi g or falling especially when
• Never operate the snowthrower without all guards, covers,			•	ope ating the s owthrower in reverse.
shields, and other safety protection devices in place and				Never operate the s wthrower without good visibility or
working.				light.
• Stop the engine whenever leaving the operating posi ion.			•	Disengage he auger while transporting.
• Stop the engine and remove the key before uncl gging he			• Always be sure of your footing, and keep a firm hold on the
impeller housing or discharge chute, and bef re making				handles. Walk, never run.
repairs or adjustments.			• Do not clear snow across the face of slopes. Use extreme
• When leaving the machine, remove the key.				caution when changing direction on slopes. Do not attempt
• To reduce the risk of fire, keep the machine clean and free				to clear steep slopes.
from spilled fuel, oil, and debris.			• Do not overload the machine capacity by attempting to clear
				snow too quickly.
WARNING			• Never operate the snowthrower at high transport speeds on
				slippery surfaces. Look behind the snowthrower and use
Read, understand, and follow all the instructions		the		care when operating in reverse.
snowthrower and in the operator’s manual b fore			• Do not use the snowthrower on surfaces above ground level
operating this unit. Failure to observe the safety
instructions in this manual could result in death or				such as roofs of residences, garages, porches, or other such
			• Operators should evaluate their ability to operate the
• Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use
				snowthrower safely enough to protect themselves and others
of the snowthrower.				from injury.

•Make sure you are properly trained before operating the snowthrower.

•Know how to stop the unit and disengage the controls quickly.

•Never allow anyone to operate the snowthrower without proper instruction.

•Always follow the instructions in the operator’s manual, if the snowthrower will be stored for an extended period. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels as necessary.

•The snowthrower is intended to remove snow only. Do not use the snowthrower for any other purpose.

•Do not carry passengers.

•After striking a foreign object, shut OFF the engine, disconnect the cord on electric motors, thoroughly inspect the snowthrower for any damage, and repair the damage before restarting and operating the snowthrower.

•If the snowthrower vibrates abnormally, shut OFF the engine. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble. See an authorized dealer if necessary for repairs.

3