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General safety precautions
• The snow blower must not be used by anyone (including children) suffering from physical or mental
impairment. Thisproduct should not be used by anyone that has not read theinstruction manual unless they
have been instructed in its use by someone who will take responsibility for their safety.
• Read carefully through theinstructions and inform yourself about all controls and functions and how to
correctly use thesnow blower.
• Never let children or others who do not have theadequate knowledge of these instructions use
thesnowblower. Localordinances can have restrictions regarding theuser’sage.
• Remember that theuser/driver is always ultimately responsible for accidents caused by use of thesnow blower.
• Be careful not to fall or slip, especially when thesnow blower is in reverse.
• Never use thesnow blower whilst under theinfluence of drugs, alcohol or medicine. Donot use theproduct
if you are tired orsick.
• The snow blower must only be repaired by qualified staff and only using original parts.
• Never use accessories not approved for use by themanufacturer or theretailer where thesnow blower
waspurchased.
Preparations
• Make sure that thearea being cleared is free from loose and foreign objects.
• Remove all service tools/keys before switching thesnow blower on. Aspanner or other tool which has been
left on arotating part of theblower could result in aninjury.
• Make sure that thecontrols are easily manoeuvrable and that they return to their original position when released.
• Pre-plan thearea to be cleared in order to avoid personal or property damage by flying objects.
• Never use thesnow blower without proper clothing. Useappropriate footwear with solid traction especially
in slippery conditions.
• Under no circumstances may maintenance and service be performed when theengine is on
(unlessotherwise instructed in theinstruction manual).
• Always use safety glasses or avisor when operating or carrying out maintenance on thesnow blower.
• Let thesnow blower adjust to outdoor temperatures before use.
Electrical safety
• If using anextension lead, make sure that it is designed for outdoor use.
• Never modify anextension lead or its plug in any way. Unmodified plugs and suitable wall sockets minimize
therisk of electric shocks.
• Do not abuse themains lead. Neveruse themains lead or extension lead to pull or jerk theplug from
thewall socket. Keepelectrical leads away from heat, oil, sharp edges and moving parts. Neveruse
adamaged mains or extension lead.
• Never use thesnow blower if its on/off switch is damaged or malfunctioning. Makesure that it is repaired by
aqualified electrician before usingit.
Safety precautions during use
• Make sure to keep hands and feet away from rotating parts. Avoidthedischarge chute.
• The snow blower cannot be used for any other purpose than for removing snow.
• Be careful when using on gravel paths, pavement and roads. Beattentive for possible hazards and
nearbytraffic. Avoidsteep inclines.
• Never point thedischarge chute towards public roads or traffic.
• Stop theengine immediately if you have struck aforeign object. Inspect themachine carefully after such
anincident. Donot reuse thesnow blower until any possible damage has been repaired.
• If thesnow blower begins to vibrate abnormally, turn off theengine immediately and find thecause.
Vibrations are normally asign of problems.
