Use and Care Manual

Loosen the fuel tank cap slowly to relieve any pressure in the tank.
Never overfill the fuel tank. Fill the tank to no more than 1/2”
below the bottom of the ller neck to provide space for expansion
as the heat of the engine can cause fuel to expand.
Replace all fuel tank and container caps securely and wipe up spilled
fuel. Never operate the unit without the fuel cap securely in place.
Avoid creating a source of ignition for spilled fuel. If fuel is spilled,
do not attempt to start the engine but move the machine away
from the area of spillage and avoid creating any source of ignition
until fuel vapors have dissipated.
Do not operate without wearing adequate winter outer garments.
Do not use the machine on a roof.
Do not run the engine indoors, except when starting the engine
and for transporting the snow thrower in or out of the building.
Open the outside doors; exhaust fumes are dangerous.
Always check overhead and side clearances carefully before
operation. Always be aware of traffic when operating along
streets or curbs.
Thoroughly inspect the area to be worked. Keep the working area
clean and free of toys, doormats, newspapers, sleds, boards, wires
and other foreign objects, which could be tripped over or thrown by
the auger/impeller. Check for weak spots on docks, ramps or oors.
Plan your snow-throwing pattern to avoid discharge toward
people or areas where property damage can occur.
Do not operate near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments.
Machine can suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a
cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves in.
Keep all bystanders, children, and pets at least 75 feet (23m)
away. If you are approached, stop the unit immediately.
Use a grounded three-wire extension cord and receptacle for all
machines with electric start engines.
Check clutch and brake operation frequently. Adjust and service
as required. All motion of drive wheels and auger/impeller must
stop quickly when control levers are released.
Let engine and machine adjust to outdoor temperature before
starting to clear snow.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
Stay alert for hidden hazards or trafc.
Do not overload machine capacity by attempting to clear snow at
too fast of a rate.
Do not throw snow any higher than necessary.
Adjust auger housing height to clear gravel or crushed rock
surfaces. Exercise extreme caution when operating.
Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling, especially when
operating in reverse. Never operate machine at high transport
speeds on slippery surfaces. Always look down and behind before
and while backing.
Do not operate on steep slopes. Do not clear snow across the
face of slopes. Keep all movement on slopes slow and gradual. Do
not make sudden changes in speed or direction. Use a slow speed
to avoid stops or shifts on slopes. Avoid starting or stopping
on a slope. Do not park machine on a slope unless absolutely
necessary. When parking on a slope, always block the wheels.
Disengage power to the auger/impeller when transporting or not
in use.
Disengage all control levers and stop engine before you leave the
operating position (behind the handles). Wait until the auger/
impeller comes to a complete stop before unclogging the chute
assembly, making any adjustments, or inspections.
Hand contact with the rotating impeller inside the discharge
chute is the most common cause of injury associated with snow
throwers. Do not unclog chute assembly while engine is running.
Shut off engine and remain behind handles until all moving parts
have stopped before unclogging. Never put your hand in the
discharge or collector openings. Always use the clean-out tool
provided to unclog the discharge opening.
When fuel is spilled on yourself or your clothes, wash your skin
and change clothes immediately.
Store fuel in containers specifically designed and approved for
this purpose.
Store fuel in a cool, well-ventilated area, safely away from sparks,
open ames, or other sources of ignition.
Never store fuel or a machine with fuel in the tank inside a
building where fumes may reach a spark, open ame, or any other
source of ignition, such as a water heater, furnace, or clothes
dryer. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.
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