Ariens Power Brush 36 Operator's Manual page 7

Handle fuel with care; it is highly flammable.
• Use an approved fuel container.
• NEVER add fuel to a running engine or
hot engine.
• Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care.
NEVER fill fuel tank indoors.
• NEVER fill containers inside a vehicle or
on a truck or trailer bed with a plastic
liner. ALWAYS place containers on the
ground, away from your vehicle, before
filling.
• When practical, remove gas-powered
equipment from the truck or trailer and
refuel it on the ground. If this is not
possible, then refuel such equipment on
a trailer with a portable container, rather
than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle.
• Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of
the fuel tank or container opening at all
times, until refueling is complete. DO
NOT use a nozzle lock-open device.
• Replace gasoline cap securely and wipe
up spilled fuel.
• If fuel is spilled on clothing, change
clothing immediately.
NEVER attempt to make any adjustments
while the engine is running (except when
specifically recommended by manufacturer).
ALWAYS allow unit and engine to adjust to
outdoor temperature before operating.
Operation
Disengage all controls before starting
engine.
Adjust brush height before operating.
Engage traction drive clutch before
attachment clutch. If brush is set too low or if
terrain is irregular, brush can drive machine
rearward.
NEVER leave a running unit unattended.
ALWAYS stop engine and remove key
before leaving unit to prevent unauthorized
use.
DO NOT put hands or feet near or under
rotating parts. Keep clear of the discharge
area at all times.
Moving and/or rotating parts can cut off body
parts such as fingers or a hand. NEVER
place your hands, other body part or clothing
near any moving parts while unit is running.
ALWAYS keep hands away from all pinch
points.
DO NOT touch parts which might be hot
from operation. Allow parts to cool before
attempting to maintain, adjust or service.
Thrown objects can cause injury. Check for
weak spots on docks, ramps or floors. Avoid
uneven work areas and rough terrain and
stay alert for hidden hazards.
Exercise extreme caution when operating on
or crossing gravel drives, walks or roads.
Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic.
After striking a foreign object, stop the
engine, remove the wire from the spark plug,
disconnect the cord on electric motors,
thoroughly inspect the unit for any damage,
and repair the damage before restarting and
operating the unit.
If the unit should start to vibrate abnormally,
stop the engine and check immediately for
the cause. Vibration is generally a warning
of trouble.
Stop the engine whenever you leave the
operating position and when making any
repairs, adjustments or inspections.
When cleaning, repairing or inspecting the
unit, stop the engine and make certain that
all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect
the spark plug wire and keep the wire away
from the plug to prevent someone from
accidentally starting the engine.
DO NOT run the engine indoors, except
when starting the engine and for
transporting the unit in or out of the building.
Open the outside doors; exhaust fumes are
dangerous.
NEVER operate the unit without proper
guards, and other safety protective devices
in place and working.
ALWAYS stand clear of the discharge area
when operating this unit.
NEVER direct the discharge toward people
or areas where injury or property damage
can occur from thrown objects. Keep
children and others away.
DO NOT overload the unit capacity by
attempting to operate at too fast a rate.
NEVER operate the unit at high transport
speeds on slippery surfaces. Look behind
and use care when operating in reverse.
DO NOT operate in reverse unless
absolutely necessary. ALWAYS back up
slowly and look down and behind before and
while backing.
DO NOT carry passengers.
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