Owner's Manual

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OPERATION
SNOWBLOWING PRECAUTIONS
STARTING THE ENGINE
N (Neutral)
SHIFT LEVER
Before operating the snowblower for the first time, please review both
the
SNOWBLOWER SAFETY chapter (page ) and the BEFORE
OPERATION
chapter (page ).
Even if you have operated other snowblowers, take time to become
familiar with how this snowblower works, and practice in a safe area
until you build up your skills.
For your safety, do not start or operate the engine in an enclosed area
such as a garage. Your snowblower’s exhaust contains poisonous
carbon monoxide gas that can collect rapidly in an enclosed area and
cause illness or death.
Exhaust contains poisonous carbon
monoxide gas that can build up to
dangerous levels in closed areas.
Breathing carbon monoxide can
cause unconsciousness or death.
Never run the generator in a closed,
or even partly closed area where
people may be present.
Never tamper with or alter any of the controls or safety devices on the
snowblower.
Move the shift lever to ‘‘N’’ (Neutral) position.1.
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