Yardworks 060-1314-4 Manual page 5

model no.
060-1314-4
OPeRATION
Do not put hands or feet near or
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under rotating parts. Keep clear of the
discharge opening at all times.
Exercise extreme caution when
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operating on or crossing gravel drives,
walks, or roads. Stay alert for hidden
hazards or traffic.
After striking a foreign object, stop
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the engine, remove the spark plug,
thoroughly inspect the snowblower for
any damage, and repair the damage
before restarting and operating the
snowblower.
If the unit should start to vibrate
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abnormally, stop the engine and
check immediately for the cause.
Vibration is generally a warning of
trouble. Vibration typically indicates a
mechanical problem has occurred.
Stop the engine whenever you
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leave the operating position, before
unclogging the auger housing or
discharge guide, and when making any
repairs, adjustments, or inspections.
Before cleaning, inspecting or repairing
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any parts of the snowblower, ensure
the auger has stopped moving.
Disconnect the spark plug wire and
keep it away from the plug to prevent
accidental starting.
Before leaving the machine
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unattended, disengage all control
levers, stop the engine and remove the
safety key.
Do not run the engine indoors. Exhaust
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fumes are dangerous.
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Do not clear snow across the face of
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slopes. Exercise extreme caution when
changing direction on slopes. Do not
attempt to clear steep slopes.
Never operate the snowblower without
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proper guards, plates or other safety
protective devices in place.
Never operate the snowblower near
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glass enclosures, automobiles, window
wells, etc., without proper adjustment
of the snow discharge angle. Keep
children and pets away.
Do not overload the machine capacity
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by attempting to clear snow at too fast
a rate.
Never operate the machine at high
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transport speeds on slippery surfaces.
Use care when reversing.
Never direct discharge at bystanders
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or allow anyone in front of the unit.
Disengage power to the impeller when
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snowblower is transported or not in
use.
Use only attachments and accessories
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approved by the manufacturer of
snowblower.
Never operate the snowblower without
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good visibility or light. Always be sure
of your footing, and keep a firm hold on
the handles. Walk; never run.
Take all possible precautions when
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leaving the machine unattended.
Disconnect the power take-off and stop
the engine.
Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight
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to be sure the equipment is in safe
working condition.
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