Maintenance And Storage - Snow Devil WSE2013 Manuel D'instruction

IMPORTANT SAfE OPERATING PRACTICES
OPERATION
1. Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts, in the auger housing, or the chute
assembly. Contact with the rotating parts can amputate hands and feet.
2. Never operate with a missing or damaged chute assembly. Keep all safety
devices in place and working.
3. Do not operate machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
4. Exercise extreme caution when operating on or crossing a gravel surface.
5. Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic.
6. Exercise caution when changing direction and while operating on slopes.
7. Never direct discharge at children, bystanders, and pets nor allow anyone in
front of the machine.
8. Do not overload machine capacity by attempting to clear snow at too fast a
rate, or by using it to clear thick, heavy snow, or snow over 23 cm (9") deep.
9. Never operate this machine without good visibility or light. Always be sure of
your footing and keep a firm hold on the handle. Walk. Never run.
10. Disengage power when transporting or not in use.
11. Never operate machine at high speeds on slippery surfaces. Look down and
behind and use care when in reverse.
12. If the machine should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the motor, and
disconnect the power cable. Inspect thoroughly for damage.
13. Stop the motor before you leave the operator's position (behind the handles).
Wait until the auger comes to a complete stop before unclogging the chute
assembly or making any adjustments.
14. Never put your hand in the discharge or collector openings. Always use a
clean-out tool to unclog the discharge opening. Do not unclog chute assembly
while the motor is running. Shut off the motor and remain behind handles until
all moving parts have stopped before unclogging.
15. Use right tool. Don't force small tool or attachment to do the job of a heavy duty
tool. Don't use tool for purpose not intended.
16. Do not force unit. It will do the job better and with less likelihood of injury at a
rate for which it was designed.
17. Use only attachments and accessories approved by the manufacturer (e.g.
wheel weights, tire chains, cabs etc.). If situations occur which are not covered
in this manual, use care and good judgment. Contact us at 1-866-393-3968 for
advice.

MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE

1. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly. Refer
to the maintenance and adjustment sections of this manual.
2. Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting the machine, stop the motor. Wait until
the auger comes to a complete stop. Disconnect the power cable to prevent
unintended starting.
3. Check bolts and screws for proper tightness at frequent intervals to keep the
machine in safe working condition. Also, visually inspect machine for any
damage.
4. Snowthrower shave plates and skid shoes are subject to wear and damage.
For your safety protection, frequently check all components and replace with
original equipment manufacturer's (OEM) parts only. Use of parts which do not
meet the original equipment specifications may lead to improper performance
and compromise safety!
5. The first time you use the machine or after replacing some parts, you should
perform a test run and ensure no abnormal conditions exist to avoid any
potential damages or incidents.
6. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as necessary.
7. Prior to storing, run machine a few minutes to clear snow from machine and
prevent freeze up of auger.
8. Always refer to the operator's manual for proper instructions regarding off-
season storage.
9. When replacing any parts, strictly observe the instructions and procedures
described in this manual.
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