Yard Machines E645E - Manual (Page 3)

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SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES
This Warning symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the
personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual
before attempting to operate your
Snow Thrower. Failure to comply with these instructions may result
in personal injury. When you see this symbol, heed its warning.
DANGER: Your Snow Thrower was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in
this manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the operator can
result in serious injury. This
Snow Thrower is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing
objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.
TRAINING
• Read this operator's manual carefully in its entirety
before attempting to assemble or operate this
machine. Be completely familiar with the controls and
the proper use of this machine before operating it.
Keep this manual in a safe place for future and
regular reference and for ordering replacement parts.
• Never allow children under 14 years old to operate a
snow thrower. Children 14 years old and over should
only operate snow thrower under close parental
supervision. Only persons well acquainted with these
rules of safe operation should be allowed to use your
snow thrower.
• No one should operate this unit while intoxicated or
while taking medication that impairs the senses or
reactions.
• Keep the area of operation clear of all persons,
especially small children and pets.
• Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling, especially
when operating in reverse.
PREPARATION
• Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is
to be used and remove all door mats, sleds, boards,
wires and other foreign objects.
• Disengage all clutches and shift into neutral before
starting engine.
• Do not operate equipment without wearing adequate
winter outer garments. Do not wear jewelry, long
scarfs or other loose clothing which could become
entangled in moving parts. Wear footwear which will
improve footing on slippery surfaces.
• Before working with gasoline, extinguish all cigarettes
and other sources of ignition. Check the fuel before
starting the engine. Gasoline is an extremely
flammable fuel. Do not fill the gasoline tank indoors,
while the engine is running, or until engine has been
allowed to cool at least two minutes. Replace
gasoline cap securely and wipe off any spilled
gasoline before starting the engine as it may cause a
fire or explosion.
• Use a grounded three wire plug-in for all units with
electric drive motors or electric starting motors.
• Adjust collector housing height to clear gravel or
crushed rock surface.
• Never attempt to make any adjustments while engine
is running (except where specifically recommended
by manufacturer).
• Let engine and machine adjust to outdoor
temperature before starting to clear snow.
• Always wear safety glasses or eye shields during
operation or while performing an adjustment or repair,
to protect eyes from foreign objects that may be
thrown from the machine in any direction.
OPERATION
• Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.
Keep clear of discharge opening and auger at all
times.
• Exercise extreme caution when operating on or
crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads. Stay alert for
hidden hazards or traffic. Do not carry passengers.
• After striking a foreign object, stop the engine,
remove wire from spark plug, and thoroughly inspect
the snow thrower for any damage. Repair the
damage before restarting and operating the snow
thrower.
• If the snow thrower should start to vibrate abnormally,
stop the engine and check immediately for the cause.
Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.
• Stop engine whenever you leave the operating
position, before unclogging the collector/impeller
housing or discharge guide, and making any repairs,
adjustments, or inspections. Never place your hand in
the discharge or collector openings. Use a stick or
wooden broom handle to unclog the discharge
opening.
• Take all possible precautions when leaving the unit
unattended. Disengage the collector/impeller, shift
into neutral, stop the engine, and remove the key.