Ariens Path-Pro SS21 Owner's/Operator's Manual page 8

4. DANGER!
Danger!
ONLY use clean-out tool to
clear blockages. NEVER
use your hands.
Never direct discharge
towards persons or
property that may be
injured or damaged by
thrown objects.
Keep people away from
unit while operating. Keep
children out of work area
and under watchful care of
a responsible adult.
Stop engine, remove key,
read manual before
making any repairs or
adjustments.
Read Owner/Operator
Manual.
Wear appropriate hearing
protection.
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
This snow thrower is capable of amputating
hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure
to observe the following safety instructions
could result in serious injury.
The following safety instructions are based
on the B71.3 specifications of the American
National Standards Institute in effect at the
time of production.
Training
Read, understand and follow all instructions
on the machine and in the manual(s) before
operating this unit. Be thoroughly familiar
with the controls and the proper use of the
equipment. Know how to stop the unit and
disengage the controls quickly.
Never allow children to operate the
equipment. Never allow adults to operate
the equipment without proper instruction,
including actual operation.
Keep the area of operation clear of all
persons, particularly small children. Keep
children under watchful care of a
responsible adult. Be alert and shut off unit if
children enter area.
Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling,
especially when operating the snow thrower
in reverse.
Always remove key and/or wire from spark
plug before assembly, maintenance or
service. Unintentional engine start up can
cause death or serious injury.
Complete a walk-around inspection of the
unit to understand the unit, your work area,
and all safety decals.
Preparation
Always check overhead and side clearances
carefully before operation.
Always be aware of traffic when operating
along streets or curbs.
Thoroughly inspect the area where the
equipment is to be used and remove all
pets, doormats, sleds, boards, toys, wires,
debris and other foreign objects.
Disengage all clutches and shift into neutral
before starting the engine (motor).
Use only approved extension cords and
receptacles when starting units equipped
with electric starter. Do not connect electric
starter cord to any wiring system that is not a
three-wire grounded system.
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