MTD 31A-050-706 Operator's Manual page 5

Electric snow thrower
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16.
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19.
Usethe right tool. Only use this tool for the purpose
intended.
Do not overreach.
Always keep proper
footing
and balance.
Always hold both hands on the upper handle when
operating
the unit. Keep a firm grip on upper handle.
Do not use the unit in the hand held position.
Do not pick
up the unit when it is powered
and running.
The unit is
designed
to travel on the ground.
The lower lift handle is
only provided
to assist in picking
up or carrying
the unit
when it is not plugged
in.
20.
Keep hands, face, and feet at a distance from all moving
parts. Do not touch or try to stop the auger when it is
rotating.
21.
If the auger will not rotate freely due to frozen ice, thaw
the unit thoroughly
before attempting
to operate it under
power.
22.
Keep the auger clear of debris.
23.
Never attempt
to clear the auger with the motor
running.
Turn the motor
off first and unplug
the extension
cord.
24.
Keep clothing
and body parts away from the auger.
25.
Do not operate the motor faster than the speed needed.
Do not run the motor at high speed when not clearing
snow.
26.
Always stop the motor when clearing
snow is delayed
or
when walking
from one location
to another.
27.
Disengage
power to the auger when snow thrower
is
transported
or not in use.
28.
After striking
a foreign
object,
turn the unit off and inspect
the snow thrower
for damage.
Unplug
the unit. Repair
damage
before restarting
and operating
the unit.
29.
If the unit should
start to vibrate abnormally,
stop the unit
and check immediately
for the cause. Vibration
is generally
a warning
of trouble.
30.
31.
32.
33.
Stop the motor and unplug the unit whenever
you leave
the operating
position,
before unclogging
the auger, and
when making
any repairs, adjustments,
or inspections.
Never discharge
snow onto public roads or near moving
traffic.
Let the snow thrower
run for a few minutes
after clearing
snow so moving
parts do not freeze.
Use only original
equipment
manufacturer
replacement
parts and accessories for this unit. These are available
from
your authorized
service dealer. Use of any unauthorized
parts or accessories could lead to serious injury to the user
or damage
to the unit, and void your warranty.
Other Safety Warnings
I.
Be sure to secure the unit while transporting.
2.
Store the unit in a dry area, locked up or up high to prevent
unauthorized
use or damage,
out of the reach of children.
3.
Never douse or squirt the unit with water or any other
liquid.
Keep handles dry, clean and free from debris. Clean
after each use, see Cleaning
and Storage instructions.
4.
If the labels on the unit become defaced
or start lifting
off,
contact
your authorized
service dealer.
5.
Keep these instructions.
Refer to them
often and use them
to instruct
other users. If you loan someone
this unit, also
loan them these instructions.
6.
Maintain
snow throwers
with care. Follow instructions
for
lubricating
and changing
accessories.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
SECTION 2
--
IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION
PRACTICES
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