RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
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7. Stop the engine (motor) whenever you leave the operat-
ing position, before unclogging the auger/impeller hous-
ing or discharge chute and when making any repairs,
adjustments, or inspections.
8. 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.
9. Take all possible precautions when leaving the snow-
thrower unattended. Disengage the auger/ impeller, stop
engine (motor), and remove key.
10.Do not run the engine (motor) indoors, except when
starting the engine (motor) and for transporting the
snowthrower in or out of the building. Open the outside
doors; exhaust fumes are dangerous (containing CAR-
BON MONOXIDE, an ODORLESS and DEADLY GAS).
11. Do not clear snow across the face of slopes. Exercise
extreme caution when changing direction on slopes. Do
not attempt to clear steep slopes.
12.Never operate the snowthrower without proper guards,
plates or other safety protective devices in place.
13.Never operate the snowthrower near enclosures, auto-
mobiles, window wells, drop−offs, and the like without
proper adjustment of the snow discharge angle. Keep
children and pets away.
14.Do not overload the machine capacity by attempting to
clear snow at too fast a rate.
15.Never operate the machine at high transport speeds on
slippery surfaces. Look behind and use care when back-
ing up.
16.Never direct discharge at bystanders or allow anyone in
front of the unit.
17.Disengage power to the collector/impeller when snow-
thrower is transported or not in use.
18.Use only attachments and accessories approved by the
manufacturer of the snowthrower (such as tire chains,
electric start kits, ect.).
19.Never operate the snowthrower without good visibility or
light. Always be sure of your footing and keep a firm
hold on the handles. Walk;never run.
20.Do not over−reach. Keep proper footing and balance at
all times.
21.Exercise caution if operating on steep sloping surfaces.
22.This snowthrower is for use on sidewalks, driveways
and other ground level surfaces.
23.Do not use the snowthrower on surfaces above ground
level such as roofs of residences, garages, porches or
other such structures or buildings.
Maintenance And Storage
1. Check shear bolts and other bolts at frequent intervals
for proper tightness to be sure the equipment is in safe
working condition.
2. Never store the snowthrower with fuel in the tank inside
a building where ignition sources are present such as
hot water and space heaters, clothes dryers, and the
like. Allow the engine (motor) to cool before storing in
any enclosure.
3. Always refer to operator’s guide instructions for import-
ant details if the snowthrower is to be stored for an ex-
tended period.
4. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as
necessary.
5. Run the snowthrower a few minutes after throwing
snow to prevent freeze−up of the auger/impeller.
WARNING: Avoid
injury from rotating
auger− keep hands,
feet, and clothing
away.
• Stop engine/motor
before removing debris.
• Do not walk in front
of running machine.
• Do not discharge at
bystanders.
• Keep people and pets
a safe distance from the
machine.
• Before leaving machine,
shut off engine/ motor
and remove key.
WARNING: Do not use
hands to unclog discharge
chute.
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