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16.  Use the right tool. Only use this tool for the purpose 

intended.

17.  Do not overreach. Always keep proper footing and balance.
18.  Always hold both hands on the upper handle when 

operating the unit. Keep a firm grip on upper handle.

19.  Do not use the unit in the hand held position. Do not pick 

up the unit when it is powered and running. The unit is 

designed to travel on the ground. The lower lift handle is 

only provided to assist in picking up or carrying the unit 

when it is not plugged in.

20.  Keep hands, face, and feet at a distance from all moving 

parts. Do not touch or try to stop the auger when it is 

rotating.

21.  If the auger will not rotate freely due to frozen ice, thaw 

the unit thoroughly before attempting to operate it under 

power.

22.  Keep the auger clear of debris.
23.  Never attempt to clear the auger with the motor running. 

Turn the motor off first and unplug the extension cord.

24.  Keep clothing and body parts away from the auger.
25.  Do not operate the motor faster than the speed needed. 

Do not run the motor at high speed when not clearing 

snow.

26.  Always stop the motor when clearing snow is delayed or 

when walking from one location to another.

27.  Disengage power to the auger when snow thrower is 

transported or not in use.

28.  If the snowthrower strikes a foreign object, follow these 

steps

a.  Stop snowthrower.
b.  Release the Motor Control Lever.
c.  Unplug the Power Cord.
d.  Inspect for damage. 
e.  Repair any damage before restarting and operating 

the snowthrower.

29.  If the unit should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the unit 

and check immediately for the cause. Vibration is generally 

a warning of trouble.

30.  Stop the motor and unplug the unit whenever you leave 

the operating position, before unclogging the auger, and 

when making any repairs, adjustments, or inspections.

31.  Never discharge snow onto public roads or near moving 

traffic.

32.  Let the snow thrower run for a few minutes after clearing 

snow so moving parts do not freeze.

33.  Use only original equipment manufacturer replacement 

parts and accessories for this unit. These are available from 

your authorized service dealer. Use of any unauthorized 

parts or accessories could lead to serious injury to the user 

or damage to the unit, and void your warranty.

1. 

Be sure to secure the unit while transporting.

2. 

Store the unit in a dry area, locked up or up high to prevent 

unauthorized use or damage, out of the reach of children.

3. 

Never douse or squirt the unit with water or any other 

liquid. Keep handles dry, clean and free from debris. Clean 

after each use, see Cleaning and Storage instructions.

4. 

If the labels on the unit become defaced or start lifting off, 

contact your authorized service dealer.

5. 

Keep these instructions. Refer to them often and use them 

to instruct other users. If you loan someone this unit, also 

loan them these instructions.

6. 

Maintain snow throwers with care. Follow instructions for 

lubricating and changing accessories.