SAFETY
LITTLE
WONDER HPV VAC
OPERATING SAFELY
IN GENERAL
–Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck.
–Do not run the engine in an enclosed area where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can collect.
–Never leave a running machine unattended. Always stop engine when leaving the operator position.
–Do not blow towards people, cars, windows, or other items which could be injured or damaged by the blown debris.
–Keep hands away from the blower air intake and outlet.
STARTING
–Start according to instructions in this manual or on the machine.
–Do not change engine governor settings or overspeed the engine. Operating the engine at excessive speed can increase the hazard of personal injury.
OPERATING ON SLOPES
-Slopes are a major factor in loss of control and tip over accidents that sometimes lead to severe injury or death. All slopes require extra caution.
-Before operating on slopes, evaluate the risks in- volved.
-Do not operate on slopes if uneasy or uncertain. Ulti- mate responsibility for safe operation on slopes rests with the operator.
-Do not operate on steep slopes. Poor footing could cause a slip and fall accident.
-Keep all movement on slopes slow and gradual.
-Do not operate near
You could lose your footing or balance.
-Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then turn slowly and downhill when possible.
-Be sure of your footing on slopes.
-Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks and other hidden objects. Uneven terrain could cause a slip and fall ac- cident. Tall grass can hide objects.
INTERRUPTING OPERATION
-Before leaving the operator's position:
-Park on level ground.
-Shut off the engine.
-Stop the engine, and wait until the fan stops moving:
-before refueling;
-Stop the engine, and disconnect the spark plug wire(s):
-before clearing blockages;
-before checking, cleaning or working on the machine;
-if the machine begins to vibrate abnormally: shut off machine immediately. Inspect and have repairs made as needed before restarting;
-except for repairs or adjustments as specifically noted, such as for carburetor adjustment, where the engine must be running. Keep hands and feet clear of moving parts in these circumstances.
-Allow the fan to come to a complete stop when stopping operation to clear blockages, unclog, inspect the machine, do maintenance or repair.
-Reduce the throttle setting during engine
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