Section 1: Safety (continued)
11. If the unit jams or becomes clogged,
shut the engine off immediately and
allow all moving parts to come to a
stop. Disconnect the spark plug wire
from the spark plug and secure the
wire away from the spark plug. Use
only a wooden stick (at least 3 feet
long) to clear away blockage.
12. Before inspecting the unit or making
any adjustments, stop the engine and
allow all moving parts to come to a
stop. Disconnect the spark plug wire
from the spark plug and secure the
wire away from the spark plug.
13. Keep ail guards, covers, shields and
safety devices in place and in good
working condition. Do not attempt to
defeat the purpose of any safety
device.
14. Exercise extreme caution on slopes.
15. Do not attempt to clear steep slopes.
16. Do not clear snow across the face of
slopes. Exercise extreme caution
when changing direction on slopes.
17. Always observe the terrain. Watch
for and avoid obstacles. Stay away
from holes, ditches, soft or steep
embankments and other potentially
dangerous terrain. Deep snow can
hide obstacles and drop-offs.
18. Do not use the unit near drop-offs,
ditches, or embankments. If a wheel
goes over an edge, or if an edge
caves in, the unit could overturn.
19. Do not operate the unit at high
transport speeds on slippery
surfaces. Wet surfaces reduce
traction and stability.
20. Look behind and use care when
operating the unit in reverse. If you
have to pull the unit backward,
disengage the auger and wheel
drives. Always check behind you for
hazards.
21. Be extremely careful when using the
unit near blind corners, shrubs,
trees, and other objects that may
obscure vision.
22. Be extremely careful when operation
or crossing gravel drives, walks or
roads. Stay alert for hidden hazards
or traffic.
23. Remove any hearing protection and
watch for traffic when operating
near, or when crossing roadways.
24. Never leave the unit unattended when
the engine is running. Before leaving
the unit unattended, stop the engine,
let all moving parts come to a stop,
and disconnect the spark plug wire
from the spark plug.
25. Use only attachments and
accessories that are approved for use
with the unit. Contact the factory
customer service department, at the
address and phone number on page
3, if you are not sure about the use
of any attachment or accessory.
26. Operate the unit only in daylight or in
good artificial light.
27. Do not tamper with the engine
governor settings. The governor
controls the maximum safe engine
operating speed and protects the
engine and moving parts from
damage. Contact your local engine
dealer for service if a problem exists.
28. Shut off the engine, disconnect the
spark plug wire and secure the wire
away from the spark plug, before
transporting the un unit a vehicle or
trailer.
29. Do not touch the muffler or other
engine parts which may be hot from
operation. Wait for parts to cool
completely before inspecting,
cleaning, or repairing the unit.
30. Never operate the unit near
buildings, glass enclosures,
automobiles, window wells, drop-
offs, etc., without first properly
adjusting the discharge angle and
direction. Keep children and pets
away.
31. Never direct discharge at bystanders.
Never allow anyone in front of the
unit when the engine is running.
32. Disengage the auger drive when the
unit is being transported or not in
use.
33. Disengage the auger and wheel
drives if you are approached by any
child, inattentive person or pet.
34. Run the unit for a few minutes after
use to prevent freeze-up. Remove
any snow from the unit (snow can
melt, and then re-freeze inside the
unit).
Maintenance and Storage
1. When the unit is stopped for
servicing, inspection, storage, or to
change an attachment or accessory,
disconnect the spark plug wire from
the spark plug and secure the wire
away from the plug. Let the engine
cool before making inspections,
adjustments, or performing any
maintenance.
2. Maintain the unit and all attachments
and accessories in safe working
condition.
3. Never perform any maintenance while
the engine is running, or when the
spark plug wire is connected to the
spark plug.
4. Do not store the unit or fuel container
inside an enclosure where there is an
open flame or spark, or where ignition
sources are present, such as: Hot
water and space heaters, furnaces,
clothes dryers, stoves, electric
motors, etc.
