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SAFETY RULES
CAUTION:
ALWAYS
DISCONNECT
SPARK
PLUG WIRE AND PLACE
A
WiRE
WHERE
IT CANNOT
CONTACT
SPARK
PLUG TO PREVENT
ACCIDENTAL
STARTING
WHEN
SE'I-I'ING-UP,
TRANSPORTING,
ADJUSTING
OR MAKING
REPAIRS:
IMPORTANT
SAFETY
STANDARDS
REQUIRE
OPERATOR
PRESENCE
CONTROLS
TO
MINIMIZE
THE
RISK OF INJURY.
YOUR
SNOW
THROWER
IS EQUIPPED
WITH
SUCH CONTROLS.
DO NOT
ATTEMPT
TO DEFEAT
THE FUNCTION
OF THE OPERATOR
PRESENCE
CONTROL
UNDER
ANY CIRCU MSTANCES.
BEFORE USE
•
Read the Owner's Manual carefully. Be thor-
oughly familiar with the controls arid the proper
use of the snow thrower. Know how to stop the
show thrower and disengage
the controls
quickly.
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Do notoperatethesnowthrowerwithoutwear-
ing adequate
winter outer garments. Wear
footwear that will improve footing on slippery
surfaces.
o
Keepthe area of operation clearof all persons,
particularly small children, and pets.
•
Thoroughly inspect the area where the snow
thrower isto be used and remove all doormats,
sleds, boards, wires, and other foreign objects.
•
Use extension cords and receptacles as speci-
fied by the manufacturer for all .snow throwers
with electric drive motors or electdc starting
motors.
•
Use only attachments and accessories ap-
provedbythe manufacturerofthesnowthrower
(such as tire chains, electdc start kits, etc.)
•
Never operate the snow thrower without good
visibility or light. Always be sure of yourfooting,
and keep a firm hold on the handles. Walk;
never run.
•
This snow thrower
is for use on sidewalks,
driveways, and other ground level surfaces.
CAUTION should be exercised while using on
steep sloping surfaces. DO NOT USE SNOW
THROWER
ON
SURFACES
ABOVE
GROUND LEVEL such as roofs of residences,
garages, porches or other such structures or
buildings,
•
Check shear bolts and other bolts at frequent
intervals for proper tightness to be sure the
snow thrower is in safe working condition.
•
Disengage all clutches and shift into neutral
before starting the engine.
•
Adjust the snow thrower height to clear gravel
....
or crushed rock surface.
•
_Let engine andsnow
thrower adjust to outdoor
.....
temperatures before starting to clear snow.
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FUEL SAFETY
•
Handle fuel with care; it is highly flammable.
•
Use an approved fuel container.
•
Check fuel supply before each use, allowing
space for expansion as the heat of the engine
and/or sun can cause fuei_to expand.
Fill fueltankoutdoorswith
extreme care. Never
fill fuel tank indoors.
Replace fuel tank cap Securely and wipe up
spilled fuel.
•
Never remove fuel tank cap or add fuel to a
running engine or hot engine.
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Never store fuel or snowthrcwer with fuel in the
tank inside of a building where fumes
may
reach an open flame or spark.
OPERATING SAFETY
• _ Never allow children or young teenagers to
operate the snow throwerand keep them away
while it :is operating. Never allow adults to
operate ,the snow thrower without proper in-_
struction. Do not carry passengem.:
Always wear safety glasses or eye shields
•
during operation orwhile performing an adjust,
ment or repair to protect eyes from foreign
objects that may be thrown from the snow
thrower.
•
Exercise
extreme caution when operating on
or crossing g ravel ddves, walks, or roads. Stay
alert for hidden hazards or traffic.
•
Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating
parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening at
all times.
Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling, es-
pecially when operating in reverse.
Do not clear snow across the face of slopes.
Exercise caution when changing direction on
slopes. Do not attempt to clear steep slopes.
•
Never operate the snow thrower without proper
guards, plates or other safety protective de-
vices in place ......
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