SAFETY RULES

Safe Operation Practices for Snow Throwers

IMPORTANT: This machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.

Look for this symbol to point out im- portant safety precautions. It means CAUTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

WARNING: Always disconnect spark plug wire and place it where it cannot contact plug in order to prevent acci- dental starting when setting up, trans- porting, adjusting or making repairs.

WARNING: This snow thrower is for use on sidewalks, driveways and other ground level surfaces. Caution should be exercised while using on sloping surfaces. Do not use snow thrower on surfaces above ground level such as roofs of residences, garages, porches or other such structures or buildings.

WARNING: Snow throwers have ex- posed rotating parts, which can cause severe injury from contact, or from ma- terial thrown from the discharge chute. Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, small children and pets at all times including startup.

CAUTION: Muffler and other engine parts become extremely hot during operation and remain hot after engine has stopped. To avoid severe burns on contact, stay away from these areas.

WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemi- cals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

TRAINING

Read the operating and service instruction manual carefully. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment. Know how to stop the unit and disengage the controls quickly.

Never allow children to operate the equipment. Never allow adults to operate the equipment without proper instruction.

Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, par- ticularly small children and pets.

Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling especially when operating in reverse.

PREPARATION

Remove foreign objects. Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all doormats, sleds, boards, wires, rocks & landscaping.

Disengage all clutches before starting engine (mo- tor).

Do not operate the equipment without wearing ade- quate winter outer garments. Avoid loose, dangling clothing, such as scarves, which can get caught in rotating parts. Wear footwear that will improve footing on slippery surfaces.

Handle fuel with care; it is highly fl ammable.

-Never smoke while refueling.

-Use an approved fuel container.

-Never remove fuel tank cap or add fuel to a running engine (motor) or hot engine (motor).

-Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care. Never fi ll fuel tank indoors.

-Replace fuel cap securely and wipe up spilled fuel.

-Never store fuel or snow thrower with fuel in the tank inside of a building where fumes may reach an open fl ame or spark.

-Check fuel supply before each use, allowing space for expansion as the heat of the engine (motor) and/or sun cause fuel to expand.

STATIC ELECTRICITY HAZARD -

-Never fi ll containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place containers on the ground, away from your vehicle before fi lling.

-When practical, remove gas-powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, then refuel such equipment on a trailer with a portable container, rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle.

-Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tankopening at all times, until refueling is complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device.

-If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing im- mediately.

For all units with electric starting motors use electric starting extension cords certifi ed CSA/UL. Use only with a receptacle that has been installed in accordance with local inspection authorities.

If snow thrower must be operated over gravel surface, use extra caution and be sure skid plates are adjusted to lowest (highest scraper clearance) position.

Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine (motor) is running (except when specifi cally recommended by manufacturer).

Let engine (motor) and snow thrower adjust to outdoor temperatures before starting to clear snow.

Always wear safety glasses or eye shields during op- eration or while performing an adjustment or repair to protect eyes from foreign objects that may be thrown from the snow thrower.

OPERATION

Do not operate this machine if you are under the infl u- ence of alcohol or taking drugs or other medication which can cause drowsiness or affect your ability to operate this machine.

Do not use this machine if you are mentally or physically unable to operate this machine safely.

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Poulan 188047 owner manual Training, Preparation, Operation, Static Electricity Hazard

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