Ariens 932031 - ST524 Owner's/Operator's Manual page 9

Ambient Temperature
ALWAYS allow unit and engine to adjust
to outdoor temperatures before clearing
snow.
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No Riders
Never carry passengers.
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Reverse
DO NOT operate in reverse unless
absolutely necessary. ALWAYS backup
slowly. ALWAYS look down and behind,
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Avoid Tip over
Avoid uneven and rough terrain.
DO NOT operate near drop offs,
ditches, or embankments. Unit can
suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the
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edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge
caves in.
Hazardous Slopes
DO NOT operate on steep slopes. DO
NOT clear snow across the face of
slopes.
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Keep all movement on slopes slow and
gradual. DO NOT make sudden
changes in speed or direction. Use a
slow speed to avoid stops or shifts on
slopes. Avoid starting or stopping on a
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slope.
Shutoff
ALWAYS disengage attachment, stop
unit and engine, remove key and allow
moving parts to stop before leaving
operator's position.
STOP
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Abnormal Vibrations, Foreign
Objects, Clogged Unit
Immediately shut off unit as above.
Check for any damage or loose parts
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and repair before restart.
Rev. 8/97
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Parking
Run unit a few minutes after throwing
snow to prevent freeze-up of impeller.
Never leave a running unit unattended.
ALWAYS shut off engine before leaving
unit.
ALWAYS remove key to prevent
unauthorized use.
Unit Roll-Away
DO NOT park unit on a slope unless
absolutely necessary. When parking on
a slope always cock or block the
wheels.
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ERSONAL AFETY
Responsible Operators
• Only trained adults may operate unit
• Training includes actual operation
No Drugs
NEVER operate unit after or during the
use of medication, drugs or alcohol.
Safe operation requires your complete
and unimpaired attention at all times.
No Alcohol
NEVER allow anyone to operate this
unit when their alertness or coordination
is impaired.
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