White Outdoor SB 45 - Manual (Page 4)

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7. Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn. Do
not touch.
8. Exercise extreme caution when operating on or crossing
gravel surfaces. Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic.
9. Exercise caution when changing direction and while
operating on slopes.
10. Plan your snow throwing pattern to avoid discharge
towards windows, walls, cars etc. To avoid property
damage or personal injury caused by a ricochet.
11. Never direct discharge at children, bystanders and pets
or allow anyone in front of the machine.
12. Do not overload machine capacity by attempting to clear
snow at too fast of a rate.
13. Never operate this machine without good visibility or
light. Always be sure of your footing and keep a firm hold
on the handles. Walk, never run.
14. Disengage power to the auger/impeller when
transporting or not in use.
15. Never operate machine at high transport speeds on
slippery surfaces. Look down and behind and use care
when in reverse.
16. If the machine should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the
engine, disconnect the spark plug and ground it against
the engine. Inspect thoroughly for damage. Repair any
damage before starting and operating.
17. Disengage all clutch 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 discharge chute, making any
adjustments, or inspections.
18. Never put your hand in the discharge or collector
openings. Always use a clearing tool to unclog the
discharge opening.
19. Use only attachments and accessories approved by the
manufacturer (e.g. wheel weights, tire chains, cabs etc.).
20. If situations occur which are not covered in this
manual, use care and good judgment. Contact your
White Outdoor dealer or telephone 1-800-949-4483
for the name of the nearest White Outdoor dealer.
Maintenance And Storage
1. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper
operation regularly.
2. Disengage all clutch levers and stop engine. Wait until
the auger/impeller come to a complete stop. Disconnect
the spark plug wire and ground against the engine to
prevent unintended starting before cleaning, repairing, or
inspecting.
3. Check bolts, and screws for proper tightness at frequent
intervals to keep the machine in safe working condition.
Also, visually inspect machine for any damage.
4. Do not change the engine governor setting or over-speed
the engine. The governor controls the maximum safe
operating speed of the engine.
5. Snow thrower shave plates and skid shoes are subject to
wear and damage. For your safety protection, frequently
check all components and replace with original
equipment manufacturer’s (O.E.M.) parts only. “Use of
parts which do not meet the original equipment
specifications may lead to improper performance and
compromise safety!”
6. Check clutch controls periodically to verify they engage
and disengage properly and adjust, if necessary. Refer to
the adjustment section in this operator’s manual for
instructions.
7. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as
necessary.
8. Observe proper disposal laws and regulations for gas,
oil, etc. to protect the environment.
9. Prior to storing, run machine a few minutes to clear snow
from machine and prevent freeze up of auger/impeller.
10. Never store the machine or fuel container inside where
there is an open flame, spark or pilot light such as a water
heater, furnace, clothes dryer etc.
11. Always refer to the operator’s manual for proper
instructions on off-season storage.
Your Responsibility:
• Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who
read, understand and follow the warnings and
instructions in this manual and on the machine.
DANGER
NEVER PUT HAND IN CHUTE. CONTACT WITH
ROTATING PARTS CAN AMPUTATE FINGERS
AND HANDS.
DO NOT UNCLOG DISCHARGE CHUTE WHILE
ENGINE IS RUNNING.
SHUT OFF ENGINE AND REMAIN BEHIND
HANDLES UNTIL ALL MOVING PARTS HAVE
STOPPED BEFORE UNCLOGGING.
KEEP AWAY FROM ROTATING AUGER
CONTACT WITH AUGER CAN AMPUTATE
HANDS AND FEET.
DISENGAGE CLUTCH LEVERS, STOP ENGINE,
AND REMAIN BEHIND HANDLES UNTIL ALL
MOVING PARTS HAVE STOPPED BEFORE
UNCLOGGING OR SERVICING MACHINE.
TO AVOID THROWN OBJECTS INJURIES,
NEVER DIRECT DISCHARGE AT BYSTANDERS.
USE EXTRA CAUTION WHEN OPERATING ON
GRAVEL SURFACES.
READ OPERATOR'S MANUAL.
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AVOID INJURY FROM
ROTATING AUGER -
KEEP HANDS, FEET
AND CLOTHING AWAY.