Operator Responsibilities - Honda HSM1380i Manuel De L'utilisateur

Operator responsibilities

• Never attempt to modify the snowblower. It can cause an accident as well
as damage to the snowblower and appliances. Tampering with the
engine voids the EU type-approval of this engine.
– Do not connect an extension to the muffler.
– Do not modify the intake system.
– Do not adjust the governor.
• Know how to stop the snow thrower quickly, and understand the
operation of all controls.
• Keep flames and sparks away from the batteries.
Batteries produce explosive gas that can cause
explosion.
• Handle the battery electrolyte with extreme care as
it contains dilute sulfuric acid. Contact with your skin
or eyes can burn you or cause loss of your eyesight.
• Do not allow children and other people to touch a
battery unless they understand proper handling and
hazards of the battery very well.
• Do not use a battery with the electrolyte at or below
the lower level mark. It can explode causing serious
injury.
• Wear the eye protection and rubber gloves when
handling the batteries, or you can get burned or lose
your eyesight by the battery electrolyte.
• Read this manual carefully and understand it before
handling the batteries. Neglect of the instructions can
cause personal injury and damage to the snow
thrower.
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