SAFETY RULES
CAUTION: ALWAYS DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE AND A
PLACE WIRE WHERE IT CANNOT CONTACT SPARK PLUG TO
PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING WHEN
TRANSPORTING, ADJUSTING OR MAKING REPAIRS°
IMPORTANT
SAFETY STANDARDS REQUIRE OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROLS TO MINIMIZE THE
RISK IDF INJURY. YOUR SNOW THROWER IS EQUIPPED WITH SUCH CONTROLS. DO _OT
ATTEMPT TO DEFEAT THE FUNCTION OF THE OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES.
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BEFORE USE
•Read the Owner's Manual carefully. Be thor- oughly famifiar with the controls and the proper use of the snow thrower. Know how to stop the s_ow thrower and disengage the controls qHickly.
®Do not operate the snow thrower without wear- ing adequate winter outer garments. Wear footwear that will improve footing on slippery surfaces.
o Keep the area of operation clear of al! persons, p_rficulady small children, and pets.
®Thoroughly inspect the area where the snow thrower is to be used and remove all doormats, sleds, boards, wires, and other foreign objects.
=Use extension cords and receptacles as speci
w_th electric drive motors or electric starting m0torsr
•Use only attachments and accessories ap- proved by the manufacturer of the snow thrower
(such as tire chains, electric start kits, etc.)
®Never operate the snow thrower without good visibility or light. Always be sure of your footing, and, keep a firm hold on the handles. Walk; never run.
®Tl'iis snow thrower is for use on sidewalks, driveways, and other ground level surfaces. CAUTION should be exercised while using on steep sloping surfaces. DO NOT USE SNOW
THROWER ON SURFACES ABOVE (3ROUN D LEVEL, such as roofs of residences,
garages porches or other such structures or b_.ildings,
oCl_eck shear bolts and other bolts at frequent intervals for proper tightness to be sure the snow thrower is in safe working condition.
®Disengage all clutches and shift into neutral be_fore starting the engine.
®Adjust the snow thrower height to clear gravel ori'.crushed rock surface.
•Let engine and snow thrower adjust to outdoor temperatures before starting to ctear snow.,
FUEL SAFETY
®Handle fuel with care; it is highly flammable.
o Use an approved fuel container.
• Check fuel supply before each use, allowing space for expansion as the heat of the engine and/or sun can cause fuel to expand.
®Fill fueltank outdoors with extreme care. Never fill fuel tank indoors°
•Replace fuel tank cap securely and wipe up spilled fuel.
oNever remove fuel tank cap or add fuel to a running engine or hot engine.
•Never store fuel or snowthrower with fuel in the
tank inside of a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark.
OPERATING SAFETY
®Never allow children or young teenagers to operate the snow thrower and keep them away while it is operating. Never allow adults to operate the snow thrower without proper in- struction_ Do not carry passengers.
=Always wear safety glasses or eye shields during operation orwhile performing an adjust- ment or repair to protect eyes from foreign objects that may be thrown from the snow thrower.
®Exercise extreme caution when operating on or crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads. Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic.
oDo not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times°
®Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling, es- pecially when operating in reverse.
•Do not clear snow across the face of slopes. Exercise caution when changing direction on slopes. Do not attempt to clear steep slopes.
®Never operate the snowthrowerwithout proper guards, plates or other safety protective de- vices in place.
