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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Avoid Rotating Auger
Clear Operation Area
SNOWBLOWER SAFETY
Honda snowblowers are designed to clear snow fromdriveways and
walkways. Other uses can resultin injury to the operator or damage to
the snowblower and other property.
The snowblower auger can cause serious cuts and even amputate
fingers, hands, toes, or feet. Keep away fromthe auger whenever the
engine is running. If you need to work around the snowblower to clear
snow for any reason, always shut off the engine. If the snow discharge
chute becomes clogged, stop the engine and disconnect the spark
plug cap. Use the snow clearing baror a wooden stick to remove the
obstructions. Never putyour hand into the snow discharge chute
while the engine is running; serious personal injurycould result.
Most mishaps with snowblowersc an be preventedif you follow all
instructions in this manual and on the snowblower. The most common
hazards, are discussed below, along with the bestway to protect
yourself and others.
The snowblower can throw rocksand other objects with enough f orce
to cause serious injury. Before operating the snowblower, carefully
inspect the area and removeany visible stones, sticks, bones, nails,
pieces of wire, and other loose objects. Neveruse the snowblower to
clear snow froma gravel road or driveway, as rocks may be picked up
and ejected. They may cause injuryto bystanders.
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