Section 2 - Safety; Safety Alerts; Signal Words; Notations - Ariens ST T8 Service Manual

2.1 SAFETY ALERTS

Look for these symbols to point out
important safety precautions. They
mean:
Attention!
Personal Safety Is Involved!
Become Alert!
Obey The Message!

2.2 SIGNAL WORDS

The safety alert symbol is used in decals on the unit
and with proper operation procedures in this manual.
They alert you to the existence and relative degree of
hazards.
Understand the safety message. It contains important
information about personal safety on or near the unit.
DANGER: IMMINENTLY HAZARDOUS
SITUATION! If not avoided, WILL RESULT in
death or serious injury.
WARNING: POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS
SITUATION! If not avoided, COULD RESULT
in death or serious injury.
CAUTION: POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS
SITUATION! If not avoided, MAY RESULT in
minor or moderate injury. It may also be used
to alert against unsafe practices.

2.3 NOTATIONS

NOTE: General reference information for proper oper-
ation and maintenance practices.
IMPORTANT: Specific procedures or information
required to prevent damage to unit or attachment.

2.4 PRACTICES AND LAWS

Practice usual and customary safe working
precautions, for the benefit of yourself and others.
Understand and follow all safety messages. Be alert to
unsafe conditions and the possibility of minor,
moderate, or serious injury or death. Learn applicable
rules and laws in your area.

2.5 REQUIRED OPERATOR TRAINING

Original purchaser of this unit was instructed by the
seller on safe and proper operation. If unit is to be used
by someone other than original purchaser; loaned,
rented or sold, ALWAYS provide this manual and any
needed safety training before operation.

SECTION 2 - SAFETY

2.6 PREPARATION

Before starting any removal of parts, proper
preparation is very important for efficient work. A clean
work area at the start of each job will allow you to
perform service repairs easily and quickly.
To reduce the incidence of misplaced tools or parts,
place removed components with all attaching hardware
in the disassembly order on a clean work surface.
Organization is a key part of proper reassembly.
Tools, instruments, and parts needed for the job should
be gathered before work is started. Interrupting a job to
locate tools or parts is a needless delay. A list of
required special tools has been included in this
manual.

2.7 SERVICE POSITION

To ensure the unit is positioned in the proper service
position place unit on a flat level surface. ALWAYS stop
engine. Assure unit is secure and will not tip over. Strap
and clamp onto lift if used.
For additional requirements see section on service
position.

2.8 CLEANING AND STORAGE

IMPORTANT: Never spray unit with water or store unit
outdoors to help prevent sealed bearing rust or
corrosion. Water can seep into sealed bearings and
reduce component life. Bearings are sealed against dirt
and debris only.
A unit that is excessively dirty should be cleaned before
work starts. Cleaning will occasionally uncover trouble
sources. Dirt and abrasive dust reduce the efficient
work life of parts and can lead to costly replacement.
When taking unit out of extended storage:
1. Check for any damage or loose parts. Repair,
replace, or tighten hardware before operation.
2. If a preservative fluid was used in fuel tank, drain
and discard. Fill fuel tank with fresh new fuel.
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WARNING: ALWAYS block wheels and know
that jack stands or blocks used are stable,
strong, or secure and will hold the weight of
the unit during maintenance.
WARNING: AVOID SHARP EDGES which
can cut. Movement of parts can cut off fingers
or a hand. Wear gloves, and use extreme
caution when servicing.