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model no. 060-3714-0 | contact us: 1.866.523.5218
Saf
ety Inf
ormation
WARNING: Read the operating and service instruction
manual carefully. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls
and the proper use of the equipment.
FOLLOW THESE RULES WHILE OPERATING (THE POWER TOOL)
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Walk. Do not run.
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Verify that the power tool is not in contact with anything before turning it on.
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Stay away from impeller openings at all times. Keep face, hands, and feet away from
concealed, moving, or rotating parts.
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Be attentive when using the power tool. Stay alert for holes in the terrain and other hidden
hazards or traffic.
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Move up and down slopes when clearing snow. Do not go across a slope. Use caution
when changing direction. Do not use this power tool to clear snow from steep slopes.
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Do not operate the power tool if the guards, plates, and other safety protective devices are
not in place.
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Do not operate the power tool 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.
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Do not operate the power tool at high speeds on slippery surfaces. Look behind when
backing up and exercise caution.
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Wear safety glasses or goggles that meet ANSI Z87.1 standards.
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Use the power tool in daylight or in good artificial light.
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To avoid accidental start-ups, remain in the starting position when turning the power tool
on. The operator and the power tool must be in a stable position during start-up. See the
section titled Starting/Stopping Instructions.
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Use this power tool only for the purposes it was designed.
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Hold the power tool with both hands while it is in use. Keep a firm grip on the handles.
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If the impeller does not rotate freely due to ice, thaw the power tool thoroughly before
attempting to use it.
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Keep the impeller clear of debris.
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Do not attempt to clear the impeller while the motor is running.
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If the power tool starts to vibrate abnormally, stop the power tool immediately and attempt
to determine the cause. Vibration is generally an indication of danger.
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Do not use on gravelled surface unless the power tool is adjusted for such a surface in
accordance with the operator’s manual.
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Keep Children Away – All visitors should be kept a safe distance from work area.
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Dress Properly – Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. They can be caught in moving
parts.
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Wear rubber boots when operating the power tool. Do not operate the equipment when
barefoot or wearing open sandals. Always wear substantial footwear.
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Operation of the power tool in the hand-held position is unsafe, except in accordance with
the special instructions for such use provided in the operator’s manual.
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