Safe Operation - Yard Machines 24788345 Operation Manual

SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES
WARNING: THIS SYMBOL POINTS OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WHICH, IF NOT
FOLLOWED, COULD ENDANGER THE PERSONAL SAFETY AND/OR PROPERTY OF YOURSELF
AND OTHERS. READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE
ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE YOUR SNOW THROWER. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE
INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY. WHEN YOU SEE THIS SYMBOL-HEED ITS
WARNING.
WARNING:
The Engine Exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to
the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
DANGER:
Your snow thrower was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation
in this manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the
operator can result in serious injury. If you violate any of these rules, you may cause serious
injury to yourself or others,
1. TRAINING
• Read this operator's manual carefully in its entirety
before attempting to assemble or operate this
machine. Be completely familiar with the controls and
the proper use of this machine before operating it.
Keep this manual in a safe place for future and
regular reference and for ordering replacement pans.
• Never allow children under 14 years old to operate a
snow thrower. Children 14 years old and over should
only operate snow thrower under close parental
supervision. Only persons well acquaint_d'with these
rules of safe operation should be allowed'to Use your
snow thrower.
• No one should operate this unit while intoxicated or
while taking medication th_t'_tr_s th_ senses or
reactions.
• Keep the area of operation clear of all persons
especially small children'and pets.
• Exercise caution to avoid slipping'_r'ffalling, e'spe_ially
when operating in re_verse .......
PREPARATION
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• Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is
to be used and remove all door mats, sleds, boards,
wires and other foreign objects.
• Disengage all clutches and shift into neutral before
starting engine.
• Do not operate equipment without wearing adequate
winter outer garments. Do not wear jewelry, long
scans or other loose clothing which could become
entangled in moving pans. Wear footwear which will
improve footing on slippery surfaces.
• Before working with gasoline, extinguish all cigarettes
and other sources of ignition. Check the fuel before
starting the engine. Gasoline is an extremely
flammable fuel. Do not fill the gasoline tank indoors,
while the engine is running, or until engine has been
allowed to cool at least two minutes. Replace
gasoline cap securely and wipe otf any spilled
gasoline before starting the engine as it may cause a
fire or explosion.
• Use a grounded three wire plug-in for all units with
electricdrivemotorsor electric startingmotors.
• Adjust collector housing height to clear gravel or
crushed rock surface.
• Never attempt to make any adjustments while engine
is running (except where specifically recommended
by manufacturer).
• Let engine and machine adjust to outdoor
temperature before starting to clear snow.
• 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 in any direction.
2. OPERATION
• DO not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.
Keep clear of discharge opening and auger at all
times.
• Exercise extreme caution when operating on or
crossing gravel drives, wafks, or roads. Stay alert for
hidden hazards or traffic. Do not carry passengers.
• After striking a foreign object, stop the engine,
remove wire from spark plug, and thoroughly inspect
the snow thrower for any damage. Repair the
damage before restarting and operating the snow
thrower.