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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

IMPORTANT

_1 ARNING: Always disconnect the spark plug wire and place it where it cannot make contact with

spark plug to prevent accidental starting during: Preparation, Maintenance, or Storage of your

snow blower.

SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR WALK-BEHIND SNOW BLOWER

DO NOT OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT BEFORE READING THIS MANUAL

TRAINING

1. Read the operating and service instruction manual care-

fully. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the

proper use of the equipment. Know how to stop the unit

and disengage the controls quickly.

2. Never allow children to operate the equipment. Never al-

low adults to operate the equipment without proper in-

struction.

3. Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particu-

larly small children and 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 remove all doormats, sleds, boards, wires,

and other foreign objects.

2. Disengage all clutches before starting the engine.

3. Do not operate the equipment withoutwearing adequate

winter outer garments. Wear footwear that will improve

footing on slippery surfaces.

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)Filt fuel tank outdoors with extreme care. Never fill

fuel tank indoors.

(d) Replace gasoline cap securely and wipe up spilled

fuel.

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For all units with electric starting motors use electric

starting extension cords certified CSA/UL. Use only with

a receptacle that has been installed in accordance with

local inspection authorities.

Adjust the auger housing height to clear gravel or

crushed rock surface.

Under no circumstances should any adjustments be

made while the engine is running (except when specifi-

cally recommended by manufacturer).

Let engine and machine adjust to outdoor temperatures

before starting to clear snow.

Always wear safety glasses or eye shields during opera-

tion or while performing an adjustment or repair to protect

eyes from foreign objects that may be thrown from the

machine.

OPERATION

1. Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.

Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.

2. Exercise extreme caution when operating on or crossing

gravel drives, walks or roads. Stay alert for hidden haz-

ards or traffic.

3. Never discharge snow onto public roads or near moving

traffic.

4. After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, remove

the wire from the spark plug, thoroughly inspect snow

blower for any damage, and repair the damage before re-

starting and operating the snow blower.

5. If the unit should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the en-

gine and check immediately for the cause. Vibration is

generally a warning of trouble.

6. Stop the engine and remove spark plug wire whenever

you leave the operating position, before unclogging the

augedlmpeller housing or discharge chute and when

making any repairs, adjustments, or inspections.

7. When cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make certain

the auger/Impeller and all moving parts have stopped

and all controls are disengaged. Disconnect the spark

plug wire and keep the wire away from the spark plug to

prevent accidental starting.

8. Take all possible precautions when leaving the snow

blower unattended. Disengage the auger/impeller, shift

to neutral, stop engine, and remove key.

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