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Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly
ventilated area. Engine exhaust contains
carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas.
•
Do not operate machine while under the
influence of alcohol or drugs.
•
Exercise extreme caution when operating on or
crossing gravel surfaces. Watch out for hidden
hazards or traffic.
•
Exercise caution when changing direction and
while operating on slopes. Do not attempt to
clear steep slopes.
•
Plan your snow-throwing pattern to avoid
discharging snow towards windows, walls, cars,
etc., and to avoid possible property damage or
personal injury caused by a ricochet.
•
Never direct the discharge toward people or
areas where property damage can occur. Keep
children and others away.
•
Do
not
overload
machine
capacity
by
attempting to clear snow at too fast of a rate.
•
Never use this machine without good visibility
or light. Always be sure of your footing and
keep a firm hold on the handles. Do not run with
the machine.
•
Disengage power to the auger/impeller when
transporting the machine, or while it is not in use.
•
Never operate the machine at high transport
speeds on slippery surfaces. Look down and
behind and use care when backing up. Use
care when reversing
•
If the machine should start to vibrate abnormally,
stop the engine, disconnect the spark plug wire,
and ground the wire against the engine. Inspect
it thoroughly for damage. Repair any damage
before starting and operating the machine.
•
Disengage all control levers and stop the engine
before you leave the operating position. Wait
until the auger/impeller comes to a complete
stop before unclogging the chute assembly or
making any adjustments or inspections.
•
Never put your hand in the discharge or collector
openings. Always use the clean-out tool to
unclog the discharge opening. Do not unclog the
chute assembly while the engine is running. Shut
off the engine and stay behind the handles until
all moving parts have stopped before unclogging
or attempting to unclog the chute.
•
Only use attachments and accessories approved
by the manufacturer (e.g. wheel weights, tire
chains, cabs, etc.).
•
Never touch a hot engine or muffler.
•
If situations occur which are not covered in this
manual, use care and good judgment. Contact
your Authorized Service Dealer for assistance.
Maintenance & Storage
•
Never tamper with safety devices. Check their
operation regularly. Refer to the
“Maintenance”
and
“Adjustment” sections of this manual.
•
Disengage all control levers and stop the
engine before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting
the machine. Wait until the auger/impeller come
to a complete stop. Disconnect the spark plug
wire and ground it against the engine to prevent
unintended starting.
•
Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels
as necessary.
•
Frequently check the machine’s bolts and
screws for proper tightness and to keep the
machine in safe working condition. Visually
inspect the machine for any damage.
•
Snow blower shave plates and skid shoes are
subject to wear and damage. For your safety
and protection, frequently check all components
and only replace them with the original
equipment manufacturer’s (OEM) parts. Using
parts which do not meet the original equipment
specifications may lead to improper performance
and compromise safety.
•
If you need to change the belts, please contact
the distributor or local agent. Do not change
them by yourself.
•
Do not change the engine governor setting or
over-speed the engine.
•
Observe proper disposal laws and regulations
for gas, oil, etc. to protect the environment.
•
Prior to storing the machine, continue running it
for a few minutes to clear snow from it and to
prevent freeze-up of the auger/impeller.
•
Never store the machine or fuel container inside
near an open flame, spark or pilot light such as
a water heater, furnace, clothes dryer etc.
•
Always refer to the operator’s manual for proper
instructions on off-season storage.
Clearing a Clogged
Discharge Chute
Important: The most common cause of injury
associated with snow blowers is from hand
contact with rotating rotor blades inside the
discharge chute. Never use your hand to clean
out the discharge chute.
To clear the chute:
•
SHUT THE ENGINE OFF!
•
Wait 10 seconds to be sure the rotor blades
have stopped rotating.
•
Always use a clean-out tool, not your hands.
