GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION
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Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the
presence of children. Children are generally attracted to
machines and the work being done. Never assume children
will remain where you last saw them
1. Keep children out of the operating area and under
the watchful eye of another responsible adult.
2. Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the
work area.
3. Before and when backing, look behind for small chil-
dren.
4. Never carry children while operating the machine.
They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere
with the safe operation of the machine.
5. Never allow children to play on the machine or at-
tachment even when the machine is turned off.
6. Never allow children to operate the machine even
under adult supervision.
7. Use extra care when approaching blind corners,
shrubs, trees, or other obstructions that might hide
children from sight.
Before Operation
1. Read and understand both the machine AND imple-
ment operator's manual before using the snowblow-
er. Know how to operate all controls and how to stop
the unit and disengage the controls quickly. Lack of
knowledge can lead to accidents.
2. Park the machine/implement on level ground, set the
parking brake, lower the implement to the ground,
place all control levers in neutral, shut off the engine
and remove the ignition key and allow the rotating
parts to stop BEFORE making any implement adjust-
ments, repairs or inspections.
3. Keep clear of all rotating parts. Do not put hands or
feet under, or into snowblower and subframe with
engine running.
4. For your safety, do not work under any hydraulically
supported machine elements, they may creep down,
suddenly drop or be accidentally lowered. Do not use
loader, quick hitch, or an implement as a jack for ser-
vicing.
Children
5. Do not operate the machine/implement that is
defective or has missing parts. Make sure that all
recommended maintenance procedures are
completed before operating the unit.
6. Keep the machine/implement clean. Snow, dirt
or ice build-up can lead to malfunction or person-
al injury from thawing and refreezing in garage.
Inspect and clean every rotating parts.
7. Do not modify or alter this implement or any of
its components, or any implement function with-
out first consulting your dealer. The manufactur-
er will not claim responsibility for fitment of unap-
proved parts and/or accessories and any dam-
ages as a result of their use.
8. Verify that all machine/implement safety protec-
tive devices are in place. Shields, guards and
covers must be correctly installed at all times.
When necessary to remove these for servicing,
cleaning, or repair work, they must be reinstalled
immediately.
9. Always make sure all implement components
are properly installed and securely fastened.
10. Check that all machine/implement drivelines are
in good working order.
11. Check for moving parts excessive wear regular-
ly. ALWAYS USE GENUINE PARTS WHEN RE-
PLACEMENT PARTS ARE REQUIRED.
12. Prior to operation, clear work area and mark all
curbs, pipes, etc. that cannot be moved.
13. Inspect the machine/implement after striking any
foreign object to assure that all machine/
implement parts are safe and secure and not
damaged.
14. Handle fuel with care, as it is highly flammable.
Use approved fuel container.
15. Never add fuel to a running engine or a hot en-
gine.
16. Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care. Never
fill fuel tank indoors. Replace fuel cap securely
and wipe up spilled fuel. Always refuel using a
properly grounded system.
