GENERAL SAFETY RULES
!WARNING
READ THIS OWNERS MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATING THE PECO BRUSH BLAZER. DO NOT ALLOW ANYONE WHO IS NOT FAMILIAR WITH THE SAFETY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS TO OPERATE THE PECO BRUSH BLAZER. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
?Read all safety and operating instructions before using the machine. ?Do not operate the machine near people or animals.
?Remove any objects that could be thrown by the rotating blades. ?Always wear eye and ear protection when operating the machine. ?Keep body parts away from rotating belts and blades.
?Use caution when operating the machine on slopes. Keep a firm grip on the handle bars. ?Keep combustibles away from the engine when it is hot.
?Disengage the blades when crossing roads, sidewalks or gravel drives. ?Use extra caution when operating in slippery or wet conditions.
?Do not cut while in reverse or moving backwards. Use extra caution while moving backwards. ?Do not remove or alter standard parts on the machine. Doing so may result in serious injury and will void the warranty.
?Do not operate the machine when excessive noise or vibration is present. Immediately shut off the engine, disconnect the spark plug wire and allow all moving parts to come to a complete stop. Inspect for damage, then clean or repair damaged parts if necessary.
?Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or medication. ?Do not operate the machine in poor light conditions. Doing so may result in serious injury. ?Do not move up and down the face of slopes, always move across the face. ?Watch for holes, ruts and bumps. Tall grass can hide obstacles.
?Do not operate the machine on slopes greater than 20 degrees. ?Do not operate the machine on slopes that are wet or excessively steep. ?Keep children and pets out of the operating area, and under close adult supervision. ?Stop the machine immediately if children or pets enter the work area.
?Never allow children to operate the machine.
?Use extra caution when approaching shrubs, trees or other objects that may obscure your vision. ?Never run the engine in an enclosed area without proper ventilation. The exhaust contains carbon monoxide, which is a colorless, odorless, deadly poisonous gas.
?Allow the engine to cool down before filling the gas tank. ?Never make adjustments or repairs while the engine is running.
?Do not change the engine governor speed. Doing so may result in injury and will void the warranty. ?No list of warnings and cautions can be
?WARNING TO PURCHASERS OF INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE EQUIPPED MACHINERY
OR DEVICES IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA: The Brush Blazer does not have a spark arrester muffler. If this machine is to be used on any forest covered or brush covered land in the state of California, the law requires that a spark arrester must be attached to the exhaust system and must comply with Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code.
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