Snapper ELBX10151BV GENERAL RULES TO OBSERVE BEFORE AND DURING OPERATION: , TO CHANGE AIR DISCHARGE DIRECTION:

unit operation (cont.)

GENERAL RULES TO OBSERVE BEFORE AND DURING OPERATION:

• Inspect your unit before each and every use. Check for worn, bent or broken components, loose fasteners, low or flat

tires, etc., and repair or replace prior to operation. DO NOT OPERATE A MACHINE THAT IS WORN OR

DAMAGED – SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH CAN RESULT.

• Clear the entire work area of all debris that could cause damage to or become entangled in the unit. Rocks and large

branches can wedge themselves between the impeller and housing, causing equipment damage or personal injury. If

in doubt, remove it.

• Do not start unit until you are ready to begin blowing, and promptly shut off unit as soon as operation is complete.

• Keep hands, feet and clothing away from rotating parts. Never place your feet or hands in path of discharge.

• Use proper discretion in selecting your debris removal pattern, especially on uneven terrain. Avoid steep hills,

especially if surface is wet. Do not travel straight down slopes exceeding 14 degrees. If tires begin to slip when

climbing a slope, the grade is too steep for safe operation. Angle the unit to a less steep slope until tires stop slipping

and traction is regained.

• Be keenly aware of your surroundings while operating unit – children and pets can pop out of nowhere.

• Learn to listen to your machine – being aware of what a well-running unit sounds like can alert you to a potential

problem. A straining engine or clanging impeller means that trouble is almost sure to follow.

TO CHANGE AIR DISCHARGE DIRECTION:

• To direct air discharge out from the front of the

machine, open the forward air deflector door,

mounted on the front of the discharge end of

the blower, by pushing the control lever to the

front of the machine. This feature is ideal for

such things as blowing debris from a wall or

fence. Adjust engine speed to increase or

decrease air discharge rate.

• To direct air discharge out from the side of the

machine, close the forward air deflector door by

pulling the control lever toward the back of the

machine. Adjust the discharge deflector up or

down to control angle of discharge. This feature

is ideal for such things as blowing debris into

neat rows. Adjust engine speed to increase or

decrease air discharge rate. IMPORTANT:

SHUT UNIT DOWN BEFORE ADJUSTING

SIDE DEFLECTOR.