ing this piece of equipment. Do not use this piece of equipment while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication.
10.Parts, especially exhaust system components, get very hot during use. Stay clear of hot parts.
11.Do not cover the engine or equipment during operation.
12.Keep the equipment, engine, and sur- rounding area clean at all times.
13.Use the equipment, accessories, etc., in accordance with these instructions and in the manner intended for the particular type of equipment, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the equipment for operations differ- ent from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
14.Do not operate the equipment with known leaks in the engine’s fuel sys- tem.
15.This product contains or, when used, produces a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproduc- tive harm. (California Health & Safety Code § 25249.5, et seq.)
16.When spills of fuel or oil occur, they must be cleaned up immediately. Do not leave fuel, or oil soaked rags sit- ting around, even for short periods of time. Dispose of (or store) any fuel, or oil soaked rags in a bottom- ventilated, covered, metal container.
Dispose of fluids and cleaning materi- als as per any local, state, or federal codes and regulations.
17.Before use, check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any other condition that may affect the equipment’s operation.
If damaged, have the equipment serviced before using. Many ac- cidents are caused by poorly main- tained equipment.
18.Use the correct equipment for the application. Do not modify the equip- ment and do not use the equipment for a purpose for which it is not in- tended.
Service precautions
1.Before service, maintenance, or cleaning:
a.Turn the engine switch to its “OFF” position.
b.Allow the engine to completely cool.
c.Then, remove the spark plug wire(s) from the spark plug(s).
2.Keep all safety guards in place and in proper working order. Safety guards include muffler, air cleaner, mechani- cal guards, and heat shields, among other guards.
3.Do not alter or adjust any part of the equipment or its engine that is sealed by the manufacturer or dis- tributor. Only a qualified service technician may adjust parts that may increase or decrease gov- erned engine speed.
4.Wear
5.Maintain labels and nameplates on the equipment. These carry impor-
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