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WARNING:This machine is capable ofto amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Read these safety rules

and follow them closely.Failure to obey these rules could result in lossof control of unit, severe personal injury or

deathto you, or bystanders, or damage to property or equipment. The triangle in textsignifies important cau -

tionsor warnings which must be followed.

Safe Operation Practices for Snowthrowers
IMPORTANT:Safety standards require operator presence controls to
minimizethe risk of injury. Your snowthrower is equipped with such con-
trols.Do not attempt to defeat the function of the operator presence con-
trolunder any circumstances.

Training

1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the
manualsbefore operating this unit. Be thoroughly familiar with the con -
trolsand the proper use of the equipment. Know how to stop the unit
anddisengage the controls quickly.
2. Never allow children to operate the equipment. Never allow adults to
operatethe equipment without proper instruction.
3. Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particularly small
childrenand pets.
4. Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling especially when operating in
reverse.

Preparation

1. Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and
removeall doormats, sleds, boards, wires, and other foreign objects.
2. Disengage all clutches and shift into neutral before starting the engine
(motor).
3. Do not operate the equipment without wearing adequate winter outer
garments.Wear footwear that will improve footing on slippery surfaces.
Avoidloose fitting clothing that can get caught in moving parts.
4. Handle fuel with care; it is highly flammable.
a. Use an approved fuel container.
b. Never add fuel to a running engine or hot engine.
c. Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care. Never fill fuel tank indoors.
Replacefuel cap securely and wipe up spilled fuel.
d. Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed with
aplastic liner. Alwaysplace containers on the ground, away from
yourvehicle, before filling.
e. When practical, remove gas--poweredequipment from the truck or
trailerand refuel it on the ground. Ifthis is not possible, then refuel
suchon a trailer with a portable container, rather than from a gaso-
linedispenser nozzle.
f. Keepnozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container
openingat all times, until refueling is complete. Donot use a nozzle
lock--opendevice.
g. Replace gasoline cap securely and wipe up spilled fuel.
h. If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing immediately.
5. Use extension cords and receptacles as specified by the manufactur-
erfor all units with electric drive motors or electric starting motors.
6. Adjust the collector housing height to clear gravel or crushed rock
surfaces.
7. Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine (motor) is
running(except when specifically recommended by manufacturer).
8. Let engine (motor) and snowthrower adjust to outdoor temperatures
beforestarting to clear snow.
9. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields during operation or while
performingan adjustment or repair to protect eyes from foreign objects
thatmay be thrown from the machine.

Operation

1. Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Keep clear of the
dischargeopening at all times.
2. Exercise extreme caution when operating on or crossing gravel drives,
walksor roads. Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic.
3. After striking a foreign object, stop the engine (motor), remove the wire
fromthe spark plug, disconnect the cord on electric motors, thoroughly
inspectsnowthrower for any damage, and repair the damage before
restartingand operating the snowthrower.
4. If theunit should start to vibrate abnormally,stop the engine (motor)
andcheck immediately for the cause. Vibration is generally a warning
oftrouble.
5. Stop the engine (motor) whenever you leave the operating position,
beforeunclogging the collector/impeller housing or discharge chute and
whenmaking any repairs, adjustments, or inspections.
6. When cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make certain the collector/im-
pellerand all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect the spark plug
wireand keep the wire away from the spark plug to prevent accidental
starting.
7. Do not run the engine indoors, except when starting the engine and for
transportingthe snowthrower in or out of the building. Open the outside
doors;exhaust fumes are dangerous (containing CARBON MONOX -
IDE,an ODORLESS and DEADLY GAS).
8. Exercise extreme caution when operating on slopes. Do not attempt to
clearsteep slopes.
9. Never operate thesnowthrower without proper guards, plates, or other
safetyprotective devices in place and working.
10. Never direct the discharge toward people or areas where property
damagecan occur. Keep children and others away.
11. Do not overload the machine capacity by attempting to clear snow at
toofast a rate.
12. Never operate the machine at high transport speeds on slippery sur-
faces.Look behind and use care when operating in reverse.
13. Disengage power to the collector/impeller when snowthrower is trans-
portedor not in use.
14. Use only attachments and accessories approved by the manufacturer
ofthe snowthrower (such as cabs, tire chains, etc..).
15. Never operate the snowthrower without good visibility or light. Always
besure of your footing and keep a firm hold on the handles. Walk,
neverrun.
16. Never touch a hot engine or muffler.
17. Never operate the snowthrower near glass enclosures, automobiles,
windowwells, drop --offs,and the like without proper adjustment of the
snowdischarge angle.
18. Never direct discharge at bystanders or allow anyone in front of the
unit.
19. Never leave a running unit unattended. Always disengage the auger
andtraction controls, stop engine, and remove keys.
20. Do not operate the unit while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
21. Keep in mind the operator is responsible for accidents occurring to
otherpeople or property.
22. Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and above, are involved
ina large percentage of power equipment --relatedinjuries. These
operatorsshould evaluate their ability to operate the unit safely
enoughto protect themselves and others from injury.
23. DO NOTwear long scarves or loose clothing that could become
entangledin moving parts.
24. Snow can hide obstacles. Makesure to remove all obstacles from
theareatobecleared.