Operator Safety - Snapper 521E Operator's Manual

Operator Safety

DANGER
AMPUTATION HAZARD
The discharge chute contains a rotating
impeller to throw snow. Never clear or
unclog thedischarge chute with
your hands. Fingers can quickly become
caught and traumatic amputation severe
laceration will result. Always use a
clean-out tool to clear or unclog the
discharge chute.
DANGER
Hand contact with the rotating impeller inside the
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discharge chute is the most common cause of injury
associated with snowthrowers.
This snowthrower is capable of amputating hands and
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feet, and throwing objects. Read and observe all the
safety instructions in this manual. Failure to do so will
result in death or serious injury.
Safety Alert Symbol and Signal Words
The safety alert symbol
WARNING, CAUTION, or NOTICE) is used to indicate the
likeli- hood and potential severity of personal injury and/or
damage to the product. In addition, a hazard symbol may be
used to represent the type of hazard.
DANGER indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.
WARNING indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,
could result in minor or moderate injury.
Notice indicates a situation that could result in
damage to the product.
WARNING
U.S.A. Models: Certain components in this product and
its related accessories contain chemicals known to the
state of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other
reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
Certifi cation: This equipment meets the requirements of
ANSI B71.3-2005 for snowthrowers.
and signal word (DANGER,
Hazard Symbols and Their Meanings
Safety Alert – Identifies safety information
about hazards that can result in personal injury.
Operator's Manual – Read and understand
before performing any activity or running
equipment.
Rotating Impeller
Rotating Auger
Never Reach into
Rotating Parts
Fire
Shock
Hot Surface
Shut off engine and remove spark plug
connector before performing maintenance or
repair work.
U.S.A. Models: The engine exhaust from this product
contains chemicals known to the State of California to
cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
U.S.A. Models: Battery posts, terminals, and related
accessories contain lead and lead components -
chemicals knownto the State of California to cause
cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after
handling.
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Keep a Safe
Ditance from
Snowthrower
Rotating Gears
Thrown
Objects
Explosion
Toxic Fumes
Recommended
Ear Protection
for Extended Use
WARNING
WARNING