Yardworks 060-3984-0 Owner's Manual page 5

SAFETY RULES
• Avoid accidental start-ups. Do not carry the Snow Thrower with a finger on the switch while it is
plugged in. Verify that the switch is in the "OFF" position before plugging in the Snow Thrower.
• Unplug the Snow Thrower and allow it to cool down before putting it into storage. Store the Snow
Thrower indoors.
• Unplug the Snow Thrower when it is not in use and before performing any maintenance or repairs.
FOLLOW THESE RULES WHILE OPERATING THE SNOW THROWER
• Walk. Do not run.
• Verify that the Snow Thrower is not in contact with anything before turning it on.
• Stay away from the discharge opening at all times. Keep face, hands, and feet away from
concealed, moving, or rotating parts.
• Be attentive when using the Snow Thrower, and stay alert for holes in the terrain and other
hidden hazards or traffic.
• Do not use the Snow Thrower on a gravel or crushed rock surface. Use extreme caution when
crossing gravel/crushed rock drives, walks, or roads.
• Move up and down slopes when clearing snow. Do not go across a slope. Use caution when
changing direction. Do not use this Snow Thrower to clear snow from steep slopes.
• Do not attempt to use the Snow Thrower on a roof or on any steeply inclined slippery surface.
• Do not operate the Snow Thrower if the guards, plates, and other safety protective devices are
not in place.
• Do not operate the Snow Thrower near glass enclosures, automobiles, trucks, window wells,
drop-offs, etc. without properly adjusting the angle of the snow discharge. Keep children and pets
away from the work area.
• Do not force or overload the Snow Thrower. The Snow Thrower will perform better and safer
when it is used at the rate that it was designed to work at.
• Do not operate the Snow Thrower at high speeds on slippery surfaces. Look behind, and
exercise caution when backing up.
• Do not direct the discharge toward people, and do not allow anyone to move in front of the Snow
Thrower while it is in use.
• Wear safety glasses or goggles that meet ANSI Z87.1 standards, and wear ear/hearing
protection when using this Snow Thrower.
• Use the Snow Thrower in daylight or in good artificial light.
• Avoid accidental start-ups. Remain in the starting position when turning the Snow Thrower on.
The operator and the Snow Thrower must be in a stable position during start-up. See the section
entitled Starting/Stopping Instructions.
• Use the proper tool. Only use this Snow Thrower for the purpose that it was designed for.
• Do not overreach. Always keep proper footing and balance.
• Hold the Snow Thrower with both hands while it is in use. Keep a firm grip on the handles or the
grips.
• Keep hands, face, and feet away from all moving parts. Do not touch or try to stop the impeller
while it is rotating.
• If the impeller does not rotate freely due to frozen ice, thaw the Snow Thrower thoroughly before
attempting to use it.
• Keep the impeller clear of debris.
• Do not attempt to clear the impeller while the motor is running or while the Snow Thrower is
plugged in it. Turn the motor off and unplug the Snow Thrower from the extension cord or the
outlet.
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