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SAlways stop the unit when work is delay ed
orwhen walking from one cutting location to
another.
SIf you strike or become entangled w ith a
foreignobject, s top the engine immediately
andc heck for damage. Have any damage
repaired by an authorized service dealer
before attempting further operations.
Discard blades that are bent, warped,
crackedor broken.
SStopthe unit immediately if y ou feel excessiv e
vibration.Vibration is a sign of troubl e. Inspect
thoroughly for loose nuts, bolts or damage
before continuing. Contact an authorized
service dealer for repair or replac ementof
affected parts as necessary.

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
anddisconnec t spark plug before unclogging
snowor debris from disc harge chute or when
adjusting vanes.
WARNING: Nev er lean over dis-
charge chute. Roc ks or debris could be
throwninto 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 --be
alert for the possibility.
SDirect material discharge away from glass
enclosures, automobiles, etc.
SDo not run engine at high speed while not
removing snow.
SBe attentive when using the snowthrower,
andstay alert for holes in the terr ain and other
hidden hazards.
SMake sure the rotor will spin freely before
attaching the snowthrower to the powerhead.
SIfthe rotor will not rotate f reely due to frozen
ice, thaw the unit before thoroughly before
attempting to operate under power.
SKeep the rotor clear of debris.
SDonot thr ow snow near other people. The
snow thrower could propel small objects at
highs peed 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.
SNeveroperat e the snowthrower near glass
enclosures, automobiles and trucks.
SNeverattempt to use the snowthrow er ona
roof.
SNever operate the snowthrower near
window wells, dropoffs, etc.
SNeverdis charge snow onto public roads or
near moving traffic.
SClear snow from slopes by going up and
down; never across. Use caution when
changing directions. Never clear snow
from steep slopes.
SLetsnowthrower r un for a few minutes after
clearing snow so moving parts do not
freeze.
SLook behind and use care when back ing up.
Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling,
especially when operating in reverse.
SKnow how to stop quickly.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING: Dis connect the spark
plug before performing maintenance except
for carburetor adjustments.
HELPFUL TIP
IMPORTANT: Have all
repairs other than the rec-
ommended maintenance
described in theins truction
manual performed by an
authorized service dealer.
If any dealer other than an authorized
service dealer performs work on the
product, Electrolux Home Products,
Inc., may notpay for repairs under war-
ranty. It is your responsibility to maintain
and perform general maintenance.

CHECK FOR LOOSE

FASTENERSAND PARTS

SSpark Plug Boot
SAir Filter
SHousing Screws
SAssist Handle Screw
SDebris Shield

CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR

WORN PARTS

Contact an authorized service dealer for re-
placement of damaged or worn parts.
SON/OFFSwitch -- EnsureON/OFF switch
functions properly by moving the switch t o
theOFF pos ition. Make sure engine stops;
then restart engine and continue.
SFuel Tank --Discontinue use of unit if fuel
tank shows signs of damage or leaks.
SDebris Shield -- Discontinue use of unit if
debris shield is damaged.