Husqvarna 10530SBE User Manual

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IMPORTANT
Safe Operation Practices for Walk-Behind Snow Throwers
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.
WARNING: This snow thrower is for 
use on sidewalks, driveways and other 
ground level surfaces.  Caution should 
be exercised while using on sloping sur-
faces.  Do not use snow thrower on 
surfaces above ground level such as 
roofs of residences, garages, porch es 
or other such structures or buildings.
WARNING: Snow throwers have ex-
 posed rotating parts, which can cause 
severe injury from contact, or from ma-
terial thrown from the discharge chute.  
Keep the area of operation clear of all 
persons, small children and pets at all 
times including startup.
WARNING: Always disconnect spark 
plug wire and place it where it can not 
con tact plug in order to pre vent ac ci -
den tal start ing when setting up, trans-
 port ing, ad just ing or making re pairs.
Look for this symbol to point out im-
 por tant safety precautions.  It means
CAUTION!!!  BE COME ALERT!!!  YOUR 
SAFE TY IS IN VOLVED.
CAUTION: Muffl er and other engine 
parts become extremely hot during 
operation and remain hot after engine 
has stopped. To avoid severe burns on 
contact, stay away from these areas.
WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of 
its con 
stit u ents, and certain vehicle 
com po nents contain or emit chem 
i-
cals known to the State of Cal i for nia 
to cause can cer and birth defects or 
oth er re pro duc tive harm.
(f)   Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel 
tank or container opening at all times, until refuel-
ing is complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open 
device.
(g)  Replace gasoline cap securely and wipe up spilled 
fuel.
(h)  If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing im-
mediately.
5.    Use extension cords and receptacles as specifi ed by 
the manufacturer for all units with electric drive motors 
or electric starting motors.
6.   Adjust the collector housing height to clear gravel or 
crushed rock surface.
7.   Never attempt to make any adjustments while the 
engine (motor) is running (except when specifi cally 
recommended by manufacturer).
8.    Always wear safety glasses or eye shields during op-
eration or while performing an adjustment or repair to 
protect eyes from foreign objects that may be thrown 
from the machine.
Operation
1.    Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. 
Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.
2.       Exercise extreme caution when operating on or cross-
ing gravel drives, walks, or roads.  Stay alert for hidden 
hazards or traffi c.
3.    After striking a foreign object, stop the engine (motor), 
remove the wire from the spark plug, disconnect the 
cord on electric motors, thoroughly inspect the snow 
thrower for any damage, and repair the damage before 
restarting and operating the snow thrower.
4.    If the unit should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the 
engine (motor) and check immediately for the cause. 
Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.
5.    Stop the engine (motor) whenever you leave the oper-
ating position, before unclogging the collector/impeller 
housing or discharge chute, and when making any 
repairs, adjustments or inspections.
Training
1.   Read, understand and follow all instructions on the 
machine and in the manual(s) before operating this 
unit. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the 
proper use of the equipment. Know how to stop the 
unit and disengage the controls quickly.
2.    Never allow children to operate the equipment. Never 
allow adults to operate the equipment without proper 
instruction.
3.   Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, par-
ticularly small children.
4.    Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling, especially 
when operating the snow thrower in reverse.
Preparation
1.   Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is 
to be used and remove all doormats, sleds, boards, 
wires, and other foreign objects.
2.   Disengage all clutches and shift into neutral before 
starting the engine (motor).
3.      Do not operate the equipment without wearing adequate 
winter garments. Avoid loose fi tting clothing that can 
get caught in moving parts. Wear footwear that will 
improve footing on slippery surfaces.
4.    Handle fuel with care; it is highly fl ammable
(a)  Use an approved fuel container.
(b) Never add fuel to a running engine or hot en-
gine.
(c)  Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care. Never fi ll 
fuel tank indoors.
(d)  Never fi ll containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or 
trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place contain-
ers on the ground, away from your vehicle, before 
fi lling.
(e)  When practical, remove gas-powered equipment 
from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground. 
If this is not possible, then refuel such equipment 
on a trailer with a portable container, rather than 
from a gasoline dispenser nozzle.