SNOW THROWER SAFETY
WARNING: Keep hands and feet away from the rotor when starting or running the engine. Never attempt to clear the rotor with the engine/motor running. Stop engine and disconnect spark plug before unclogging snow or debris from discharge chute or when adjusting vanes.
WARNING: Never lean over dis- charge chute. Rocks or debris could be thrown into the eyes and face and cause seri- ous injury or blindness.
WARNING: Inspect the area where the unit is to be used. Remove objects that could be thrown or damage the unit. Some objects may be hidden by fallen snow
S Direct material discharge away from glass enclosures, automobiles, etc.
SDo not run engine at high speed while not removing snow.
S Be attentive when using the snowthrower, and stay alert for holes in the terrain and other hidden hazards.
S Make sure the rotor will spin freely before attaching the snowthrower to the powerhead.
SIf the rotor will not rotate freely due to frozen ice, thaw the unit before thoroughly before
attempting to operate under power.
SKeep the rotor clear of debris.
SDo not throw snow near other people. The snow thrower could propel small objects at high speed causing injury.
SAfter striking a foreign object, stop the engine, disconnect spark plug and inspect the snowthrower for damage and repair if
necessary before restarting unit.
SNever operate the snowthrower near glass
enclosures, automobiles and trucks.
SNever attempt to use the snowthrower on a roof.
SNever operate the snowthrower near window
wells, dropoffs, etc.
SNever discharge snow onto public roads or near moving traffic.
S Clear snow from slopes by going up and down; never across. Use caution when changing directions. Never clear snow from steep slopes.
SLet snowthrower run for a few minutes after clearing snow so moving parts do not freeze.
SLook behind and use care when backing up.
Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling, especially when operating in reverse.
SKnow how to stop quickly.
MAINTENANCE
The life span of the machine can be reduced and the risk of accidents can increase if ma- chine maintenance is not carried out correctly and if service and/or repairs are not carried out professionally. If you need further infor- mation, please contact your nearest autho- rised service dealer.
WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance except for carburetor adjustments.
CHECK FOR LOOSE
FASTENERS AND PARTS
SSpark Plug Boot S Air Filter
S Housing Screws
S Handlebar Screws S Combination Shield
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR WORN PARTS
Contact an authorized service dealer for re- placement of damaged or worn parts.
S Fuel Tank
S Debris Shield
INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND LABELS
S After each use, inspect complete unit for loose or damaged parts. Clean the unit and labels using a damp cloth with a mild deter- gent.
SWipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.
CLEAN AIR FILTER
A dirty air filter decreases engine perform- ance and increases fuel consumption and harmful emissions. Always clean after every 5 hours of operation.
1.Clean the cover and the area around it to keep dirt from falling into the carburetor chamber when the cover is removed.
2.Remove parts as illustrated.
NOTE: Do not clean filter in petrol or other flammable solvent to avoid creating a fire haz- ard or producing harmful evaporative emis- sions.
3.Wash the filter in soap and water.
4.Allow filter to dry.
5.Replace parts.
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