Yard Machines 615, Operator'S Manual

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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 parts.

• 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 acquainted
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 that impairs the senses
or reactions.

• Keep the area of operation clear of all persons,

especially small children and pets.

• Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling,

especially when operating in reverse.

2.  PREPARATION

• 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 scarfs or other loose clothing which
could become entangled in moving parts. 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
off 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

electric drive motors or electric starting motors.

• 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.

3.  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, walks, 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.