RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

SAFETY WARNINGS FOR ELECTRIC UNITS

DANGER: When using electric machines, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury. Carefully read and understand the entire operator's manual before using your unit. Pay close attention to the operating instructions and safety warnings.

•This snow thrower should be grounded while in use to protect the operator from electric shock. The snow thrower is equipped with an approved 3-conductor cord and 3-prong grounding-type plug to fit the proper grounding-type receptacle. The green or green/yellow conductor in the cord is the grounding wire. Never connect this wire to a live terminal. If your unit is for use on less than 150 volts, it has a plug that looks like A in the figure below. If it is for use on 150 to 250 volts, it has a plug that looks like D in the figure.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of electrical shock, use only SW-A, SOW-A, STOW-A, SJW-A, S J O W-A, SJTW-A or SJTOW-A cord types.

•Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protection should be provided on the circuit(s) or outlet(s) that will be used for the unit. Use receptacles with built-in GFCI protection for an extra measure of safety.

•A data plate on your unit indicates the voltage used. Never connect the unit to an AC voltage that differs from this voltage.

WARNING: To prevent electric shock, use only with an extension cord suitable for outdoor use.

• Inspect all extension cords and the unit power

connection periodically. Look closely for deterioration,

cuts or cracks in the insulation. Also inspect the

connections for damage. Repair or replace the cords if

any defects appear.

Grounding

Pin

Metal

Screw

AB

• When cleaning, inspecting or repairing the unit, make

certain the rotor and all moving parts have stopped.

Disconnect the extension cord to prevent accidental

s t a r t i n g .

• Do not abuse the extension cord. Never carry the

snow thrower by the cord or yank on the cord to

disconnect it from the receptacle.

C

Grounding Grounding D

MeansPin

•An adapter (show in B and C in the above figure) is available for connecting 3-prong grounding-type plugs to 2-prong receptacles. The grounding means extending from the adapter must be connected to a permanent ground such as a properly-grounded outlet box. No adapter is available for the plug shown in D.

•Use only 3-wire outdoor extension cords that have 3- prong grounding-type plugs and 3-pole receptacles that accept the snow thrower’s plug. Replace or repair damaged cords.

MINIMUM WIRE SIZE FOR EXTENSION CORDS FOR

120 VOLT APPLIANCES USING 0-12 AMPS

Cord length (ft.)

25

50

100

150

 

 

 

 

 

Wire size (AWG)

16

16

14

14

 

 

 

 

 

CORD SETS: Please see your dealer for the appropriated extension cord to use with this product. Make sure your cord set is in good condition, with a cord that is heavy enough to carry the current that your unit will draw. An undersized cord set will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in a loss of power, as well as overheating. The table shown above illustrates the correct size to use depending on the cord length and nameplate amperage rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier size line gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord. To prevent the cord from disconnecting from the unit, use the cord hook shown in the Operating Instructions.

• Keep the extension cord away from heat, oil, and

sharp edges to prevent damage.

• If the extension cord is damaged in any manner while

it is plugged in, pull the extension cord from the wall

receptacle.

• Prevent any possible disconnection of the cord

receptacle from the extension cord during operation

by using the cord retainer and guide bar. Refer to the

section Using the Cord Retainer.

• Avoid accidental starting. Don't carry a plugged-in

snow thrower with your finger on the switch. Be sure

switch is off when plugging in the unit.

• Always unplug the unit and allow it to cool before

putting it into storage. Store indoors.

• Always unplug the unit when not in use, and before

performing any maintenance or repairs.

WHILE OPERATING

•Walk, never run.

•Be sure the snow thrower is not in contact with anything before starting the unit.

•Stay away from the discharge opening at all times. Keep face, hands, and feet away from concealed moving or rotating parts.

•Be attentive when using the snow thrower, and stay alert for holes in the terrain and other hidden hazards or traffic.