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SAFETY RULES

Walk Around Inspection

Complete a walk around inspection of unit and work

area to understand:

• Work area.

• Your unit.

• All safety decals.

Work Area

ALWAYS check overhead and side clearances carefully

before operation. ALWAYS be aware of trafﬁc when

operating along streets or curbs.

Keep children and people away. Keep children out of

work area and under watchful care of a responsible

adult.

DO NOT allow adults to operate unit without proper

training.

Keep area of operation clear of all toys, pets, and

debris. Thrown objects can cause injury.

Check for weak spots on dock, ramps or ﬂoors. Avoid

uneven work areas and rough terrain. Stay alert for

hidden hazards.

Always be sure of your footing, especially when

operating in reverse. Walk, never run during operation.

Falling snow, fog, etc. can reduce vision and cause an

accident. Operate unit only when there is good visibility

and light.

Unit

ALWAYS keep protective structures, guards, and

panels in good repair, in place and securely fastened.

NEVER modify or remove safety devices.

Check clutch and brake operation frequently. Adjust

and service as required. Auger must stop quickly when

control bail is released.

Use only approved extension cords and receptacles

when starting units equipped with Electric starter. DO

NOT connect electric starter cord to any wiring system

that is not a three wire grounded system.

Operation

Understand:

• How to operate all controls

• The functions of all controls

• How to STOP in an Emergency

Before starting engine, disengage control(s).DO NOT

operate at too fast a rate.

DO NOT change engine governor settings or

over-speed engine.

Slow down and turn corners slowly.

Disengage attachment drive when traveling from one

work area to another.

ALWAYS allow unit and engine to adjust to outdoor

temperatures before clearing snow.

ALWAYS disengage attachment drive, stop unit and

engine, remove key, allow moving parts to stop before

leaving operator’s position for any reason.

Run unit a few minutes after clearing snow to prevent

freeze-up of attachment.

Disengage attachment when not in use.

Do not operate in reverse unless absolutely necessary.

ALWAYS back up slowly. Always look down and

behind before and while backing.

Never leave a running unit unattended. ALWAYS shut

off engine before leaving unit. ALWAYS remove key to

prevent unauthorized use.

Never carry passengers.

Avoid uneven and rough terrain. DO NOT operate near

drop offs, ditches, or embankments. Unit can suddenly

turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch, or

if an edge caves in.

Abnormal Vibrations are a warning of trouble. Striking a

foreign object can damage unit. Immediately stop unit

and engine. Remove key and wait for all moving parts

to stop. Remove wire from spark plug. Inspect unit and

make any necessary repairs before restart.

Hazardous Slopes

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.

DO NOT park unit on a slope unless absolutely

necessary. When parking on a slope always block the

wheels.

Child Safety

NEVER allow children to operate or play on or near

unit. Be alert and shut off unit if children enter area.

Personal Safety

Only trained adults may operate unit.

Training includes actual operation.

NEVER operate unit after or during the use of

medication, drugs or alcohol. Safe operation requires

your complete and unimpaired attention at all times.

NEVER allow anyone to operate this unit when their

alertness or coordination is impaired.

DO NOT operate unit without wearing adequate winter

outer garments. Wear adequate safety gear and

protective gloves. Wear proper footwear to improve

footing on slippery surfaces.

Protect eyes, face and head from objects that may be

thrown from unit. Wear appropriate hearing protection.

Avoid sharp edges. Sharp edges can cut. Moving parts

can cut off ﬁngers or a hand.

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