Safe Operation Practices - Troy-Bilt TB672 Operator's Manual

Important Safe Operation Practices
WARNING!
could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow
all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply
with these instructions may result in personal injury.
When you see this symbol. HEED ITS WARNING!
WARNING! Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components
contain or emit chemicals known to State of California to cause cancer and birth defects
or other reproductive harm.
DANGER! This machine was built to be operated according to the safe operation practices in
this manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the
operator can result in serious injury. This machine is capable of amputating fingers, hands,
toes and feet and throwing debris. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could
result in serious injury or death.
Operation
General Operation:
1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the
machine and in the manual(s) before attempting to
assemble and operate. Keep this manual in a safe place for
future and regular reference and for ordering replacement
parts.
2. Be familiar with all controls and their proper operation.
Know how to stop the machine and disengage them
quickly.
3. Never allow children under 14 years of age to operate this
machine. Children 14 and over should read and understand
the instructions and safe operation practices in this manual
and on the machine and be trained and supervised by an
adult.
4. This leaf blower is a powerful tool, not a plaything.
Therefore, exercise extreme caution at all times. It has been
designed to perform one job; to blow leaves. Do not use it
for any other purpose.
5. Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particularly
small children and pets. Stop the engine when they enter
the vicinity of the machine.
6. Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during
operation and while performing an adjustment or repair,
to protect eyes from debris or foreign objects that may be
thrown from machine.
This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed,
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7. Wear close fitting slacks and shirt. Shirt and slacks that
cover the arms and legs are recommended. Do not wear
loose fitting clothes or jewelry and secure hair so it is above
shoulder level. They can be caught in moving parts.
8. Do not operate the machine while under the influence of
alcohol or drugs.
9. Never place your hands or any part of your body or
clothing near rotating parts. Keep clear of the discharge
opening at all times. Never insert your hands, fingers,
feet, or any other part of your body or clothing into the
discharge or air intake openings as the rotating impeller
inside the housing can cause serious injury.
10. Never operate machine without directional discharge
chute and plastic impeller guard properly affixed to
machine. These devices shield the operator from accidental
contact with the rotating impeller.
11. Keep all guards and safety devices in place and operating
properly.
12. Exercise caution when operating blower. Do not allow the
directional discharge chute to point in the direction of
bystanders or pets.
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