Toro Power Curve 1800 Operator's Manual page 5

9. To prevent disconnection of snowthrower cord
from extension cord during operation, tie
extension cord to loop in upper handle before
connecting to snowthrower; refer to page 8,
Figure 6 for proper procedures.
While Operating
10. Keep people and pets a safe distance away from
the snowthrower and area of operation.
11. Avoid accidental starting. Don't carry plugged in
snowthrower with hand on control bar. Keep
away from control bar while plugging in cord.
12. If the extension cord is damaged in any manner
while plugged in, remove extension cord from
wall receptacle.
13. Do not abuse extension cord. Never carry
snowthrower by cord or pull sharply on cord to
disconnect from receptacle. Keep cord away
from heat, oil and sharp edges.
14. Always keep extension cord away from rotating
parts to prevent damage and electric shock.
15. Operate the snowthrower only when there is
good visibility or light. Always maintain secure
footing and balance, and keep a firm grip on the
handle. Do not overreach.
16. Do not use snowthrower on a roof.
17. Be attentive when using the snowthrower, and
stay alert for holes in the terrain and other
hidden hazards.
18. STAY AWAY FROM DISCHARGE
OPENING WHILE OPERATING THE
SNOWTHROWER. Keep face, hands, feet, and
any other part of your body or clothing away
from concealed, moving or rotating parts.
19. Never operate snowthrower near bystanders,
glass enclosures, automobiles, trucks, window
wells or a drop-off without proper adjustment of
the snow discharge angle; refer to page 9, item 3
for correct operating procedure.
20. Clear snow from slopes by going up and down,
never across the face. Use caution when
changing directions. Never clear snow from
steep slopes.
21. Operation of the snowthrower in the hand–held
position (wheels off the ground) is unsafe except
when used in accordance with special
instructions in the Operator's Manual. See page
10, items 6 and 7.
22. When using the secondary handle, always turn
chute in the opposite direction from where you
are standing.
23. Do not force chute deflector too far forward. A
gap will occur between chute and chute deflector
which will allow snow and anything that may be
picked up by snowthrower to fly in the direction
of the operator.
24. DO NOT OVERLOAD THE
SNOWTHROWER BY CLEARING SNOW
AT TOO FAST A RATE. LET THE UNIT
DO THE WORK.
25. If a solid object is hit or snowthrower vibrates
abnormally, stop snowthrower and wait for all
movement to stop. Disconnect extension cord
and check snowthrower immediately for possible
damage, an obstruction, debris in rotor or loose
parts. Vibration is generally a sign of trouble.
Repair any damage before operating
snowthrower again.
26. Before adjusting, cleaning, repairing or
inspecting the snowthrower, or before
unclogging the discharge chute, stop
snowthrower by releasing the control bar and
wait for all moving parts to stop. Also,
disconnect cord from receptacle to prevent
accidental starting.
27. When through using snowthrower, let it run for a
few minutes so ice does not freeze moving parts.
28. Disconnect extension cord from cord receptacle,
turn key clockwise and remove key from handle
if snowthrower will be left unattended.
Safety
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