Safety - Toro CCR Powerlite 38170 Operator's Manual

Safety

To ensure maximum safety, best performance, and
to gain knowledge of the product, it is essential
that you or any other operator of the snowthrower
read and understand the contents of this manual
before the motor is ever started. Pay particular
attention to the safety alert symbol
means CAUTION, WARNING OR DANGER —
"personal safety instruction." Read and
understand the instruction because it has to do
with safety. Failure to comply with instruction
may result in personal injury.
This snowthrower is designed and tested to offer safe
and effective service, provided it is operated in strict
accordance with the following Safety Instructions.
Failure to comply with the following instructions
MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY.
Before Operating
1. Read and understand the contents of this manual
carefully before operating the snowthrower. Be
thoroughly familiar with all controls and proper
use of the equipment. Know how to stop the
snowthrower and disengage the controls quickly.
2. Never allow children to operate the
snowthrower. Adults should operate the
snowthrower only after reading this manual.
3. Keep everyone, especially children and pets,
away from the snowthrower and area of
operation.
4. Inspect area thoroughly where snowthrower will
be used. Remove doormats, sleds, boards, sticks,
wire, and any other foreign objects which might
be picked up and thrown by the snowthrower.
5. Keep all shields and safety devices in place. If a
shield, safety device, or decal is illegible or
damaged, repair or replace it before beginning
operation. Also, tighten any loose nuts, bolts,
knobs or screws.
6. Wear adequate winter clothing and rubber boots
that will ensure proper footing on slippery
surfaces. Do not wear loose fitting clothing that
could possibly get caught in moving parts.
7. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields during
operation or while performing an adjustment or
repair to protect eyes from foreign objects that
may be thrown from the machine.
which
8. Because fuel is highly flammable, handle it
carefully.
A. Use an approved fuel container.
B. Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care,
C. NEVER ADD FUEL TO AN ENGINE
D. Replace gas cap securely on fuel container
9. Allow engine to warm up outdoors before
operating.
10. Engines produce carbon monoxide gas, which is
an odorless, deadly poison; therefore, do not run
engine indoors or in an enclosed area.
While Operating
11. Use only the extension cord provided with the
CCR POWERLITE Electric Start Model. Do
not plug the extension cord into outlet while
standing in water or when hands are wet. Do not
use cord if gasoline has been spilled. If extension
cord is damaged, replace immediately.
12. Never direct discharge toward or operate
snowthrower near bystanders, glass enclosures,
automobiles and trucks, window wells, or a
drop–off. Never allow anyone in front of
snowthrower.
not indoors.
THAT IS RUNNING OR HOT.
and gas tank, and wipe up any spilled
gasoline before starting engine.
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