During Operation
During Operation Safety
General Safety
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Shut off the engine before unclogging the
machine and always use a stick or the
snow-cleanout tool (if provided).
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Stay behind the handles and away from the
discharge opening while operating the machine.
Keep your face, hands, feet, and any other part
of your body or clothing away from moving or
rotating parts.
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Never direct the discharge toward people or areas
where property damage can occur.
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Use your full attention while operating the
machine. Do not engage in any activity that
causes distractions; otherwise, injury or property
damage may occur.
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Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling,
especially when operating the machine in reverse.
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Always be sure of your footing, and keep a firm
hold on the handles. Walk; never run.
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Exercise extreme caution when operating the
machine on a slope.
Starting the Engine
Note:
Fully insert the key; inserting the key to the middle position does not allow you to start the engine.
Note:
Prime the engine (refer to B of
Temperature
-23°C (-10°F) and above
Below -23°C (-10°F)
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Figure 11
Figure
11) according to the following table:
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Do not operate the machine without good visibility
or light.
Look behind and use care when backing up the
machine.
When not actively clearing snow, disengage power
to the auger.
Exercise extreme caution when operating the
machine on walks or roads. Stay alert for hidden
hazards or traffic.
Never attempt to make any adjustments while
the engine is running, except as directed in the
instructions.
After striking a foreign object, shut off the engine,
remove the key, and inspect the machine for
damage. Repair any damage before starting the
machine.
If the machine starts to vibrate abnormally, shut off
the engine and check immediately for the cause.
Do not run the engine indoors; exhaust fumes are
dangerous.
Do not overload the machine capacity by
attempting to clear snow at too fast a rate.
Shut off the engine whenever you leave the
operating position, before clearing or unclogging
the collector, rotor, or discharge chute, and when
making any repairs, adjustments, or inspections.
Suggested Number of Primes
3
6
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