Honda HSS724A Owner's Manual page 8

SNOW BLOWER SAFETY
Keep Shields in Place
Guards and shields are designed to protect you from being hit by
thrown objects and to keep you from touching hot engine parts and
moving components. For your safety and the safety of others, keep all
shields in place when the engine is running.
Adjust the snow discharge chute to avoid hitting the operator,
bystanders, windows, and other objects with ejected snow. Stay clear
of the snow discharge chute while the engine is running.
Children and pets must be kept away from the area of operation to
avoid injury from flying debris and contact with the snow blower.
Refuel with Care
Gasoline is extremely flammable, and gasoline vapor can explode.
Allow the engine to cool if the snow blower has been in operation.
Refuel only outdoors in a well-ventilated area with the engine OFF. Do
not overfill the fuel tank. Never smoke near gasoline, and keep other
flames and sparks away. Always store gasoline in an approved
container. Make sure that any spilled fuel has been wiped up before
starting the engine.
Turn Engine OFF When Not Operating the Snow Blower
If you need to leave the snow blower for any reason, even just to
inspect the area ahead, always turn the engine off.
Operation on Slopes
Do not use the snow blower on a slope greater than 20 degrees.
To avoid overturning, be careful when changing the direction of the
snow blower while operating it on a slope. Do not use the snow blower
to remove snow from angled roof tops. The snow blower may overturn
on steep slopes if left unattended, causing injury to the operator or
bystanders.
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