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Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling. Always be
sure of your footing, and keep a firm hold on the handles.
Walk; never run.
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Exercise extreme caution when operating on slopes.
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Never operate the machine without good visibility or
light.
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Look behind and use care when backing up with the
machine.
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When not actively clearing snow, disengage power to the
rotor blades.
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Use extension cords and receptacles as specified by
the manufacturer for all machines with electric starting
motors.
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Do not attempt to clear snow from a gravel or crushed
rock surface. This product is intended for use only on
paved surfaces.
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Do not use the machine on a roof.
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Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine
is running (except when specifically recommended by
manufacturer).
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Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic.
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After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, remove
the ignition key, thoroughly inspect the machine for any
damage, and repair the damage before restarting and
operating the machine.
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If the machine should start to vibrate abnormally, stop
the engine and check immediately for the cause.
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Do not run the engine indoors, except when starting
the engine and for transporting the machine in or out
of the building. Open the outside doors; exhaust fumes
are dangerous.
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Do not overload the machine capacity by attempting to
clear snow at too fast a rate.
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Never touch a hot engine or muffler.
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Thoroughly inspect the electrical cord before plugging
it into a power source. If the cord is damaged, do not
use it to start the machine. Replace the damaged cord
immediately. Unplug the power cord whenever you are
not starting the machine.
Starting the Engine
1. Check the engine oil level. Refer to Checking the
Engine Oil Level in Maintenance.
2. Turn the fuel shutoff valve 1/4 turn counterclockwise
to open it
(Figure
25).
3. Insert the ignition key all the way in
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1. Ignition key
4. Firmly push in the primer 3 times with your thumb,
holding the primer in for a second before releasing it
each time
(Figure
13
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Figure 25
(Figure
Figure 26
27).
26).
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