Important Safety Points - Oreck SF600 Owner's Manual

Important Safety Points

This machine is equipped with a high-powered engine and fast moving tines. Misuse of
this machine canresult in serious injury or death. Before using this machine, please be sure to
read these instructions and understand and adhere to the following warnings
Notes for the operator of this machine.
The operator of this machine should fully read these instructions. You can safely use this
machine only after gaining a full understanding of its operation and safety use guidelines.
Operate this machine only after fully reading and understanding the included
engine's instructions.
The operation and maintenance of this machine should only be performed by trained
persons
Do not allow children, expectant mothers or any untrained person to use this machine,
accident and injury can result. Also, please check and observe local laws which may
place age limits on the operation of machinery.
Do not operate if suffering from overwork or illness or if under the influence of alcohol
or drugs. Accidents and injury can result.
When lending this machine to another person
When lending this machine to another person it is the owner's responsibility that the following
measures are carried out.
The owner should explain how to operate the machine and require the new operator to fully
read these instructions. The owner should then guide the new operator until they have
a comprehensive understanding of the machine's operation and safety guidelines.
The owner should lend these instructions to the new operator with the machine.
When lending this machine to a person who can not read English, the owner
should take responsibility for fully explaining its safe operation.
The owner holds responsibility for the management of this machine, including checking
that all parts are correctly attached and that all functions are working correctly before
lending it to anyone.
Managing gasoline safely
Absolutely do not handle gasoline in the presence of lit cigarettes, open flame, or other
sources of ignition. Gasoline is an extremely flammable liquid and its high volatility means
there is a danger of fire and explosions.
Do not use a type of gasoline other than that described. There is a danger of fire and
explosions.
Store gasoline and oil safely away from sources of flame and places where children can easily
reach. Accidents and injury can result.
Please refuel in a place that is well ventilated. As gasoline is a highly volatile substance, there
is a danger that you will feel unwell if you operate the machine in a poorly ventilated place.
Do not open the fuel cap while running the engine.
When refueling, be sure to stop the engine and allow it to cool down. There is a danger of
suffering burns.