HONDA SB 2040 - Manual (Page 4)

SB2040 Snowblower SAFETY MESSAGES
THE IMPORTANCE OF INSTALLATION
Proper installation is essential to operator safety and the reliability of the machine. Any error or oversight
made by the technician assembling and servicing a unit can easily result in faulty operation, damage to
the machine, or injury to the operator
Improper service can cause an unsafe
condition that can lead to serious injury or
death.
Follow the procedures and precautions in
installation instructions and shop manuals
carefully.
Some of the most important safety precautions are given below. However, we cannot warn you of every
conceivable hazard that can arise in performing this installation. Only you can decide whether or not you
should perform a given task.
Failure to properly follow installation
instructions and precautions can cause you to
be seriously hurt or killed.
Follow the procedures and precautions in
installation instructions carefully.
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Make sure you have a clear understanding of all basic shop safety practices and that you are wearing
appropriate clothing and safety equipment. When performing this installation, be especially careful of the
following:
Read the instructions before you begin, and make sure you have the tools and skills required to
perform the tasks safely.
Make sure the engine is off before you begin any maintenance or repairs. This will help eliminate several
potential hazards:
Carbon monoxide poisoning from engine exhaust. Be sure there is adequate ventilation whenever
Burns from hot parts. Let the engine and exhaust system cool before touching.
Injury from moving parts. Do not run the engine unless the instruction tells you to do so. Even
then, keep your hands, fingers, and clothing away. Do not run the engine when any protective
guard or shield is removed.
you run the engine.
To reduce the possibility of a fire or explosion, be careful when working around gasoline or batteries. Use
only a nonflammable solvent, not gasoline, to clean parts. Keep all cigarettes, sparks, and flames away
from the battery and all fuel-related parts.
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