Safety Rules - Murray 620000x30C Manuel De L'utilisateur

WARNING: Look for this symbol to point out important safety
precautions. It means: "Attention! Become Alert! Your Safety
Is Involved."
WARNING: Always disconnect
power cord to prevent acciden-
tal starting when setting–up,
transporting, adjusting or making re-
pairs.
IMPORTANT: Safety standards require oper-
ator presence controls to minimize the risk of
injury. Your snow thrower is equipped with
such controls. Do not attempt to defeat the
function of the operator presence control un-
der any circumstances.
BEFORE USE
1. Read the owner's manual carefully. Be
thoroughly familiar with the controls and
the proper use of the snow thrower. Know
how to stop the snow thrower and disen-
gage the controls quickly.
2. Do not operate the snow thrower without
wearing adequate outer garments. Wear
footwear that will improve footing on slip-
pery surfaces.
3. Keep the area of operation clear of all per-
sons, particularly small children and pets.
4. Thoroughly inspect the area where the
snow thrower is to be used and remove all
doormats, sleds, boards, wires, and other
foreign objects.
5. Use extension cords and receptacles as
specified by the manufacturer for all snow
throwers with electric drive motors or with
factory–installed or optional starting mo-
tors.
6. Use only attachments and accessories
approved by the manufacturer of the snow
thrower. No attachments are recom-
mended for use with this unit. Any such
use might increase the risk of injury to the
operator.
7. Never operate the snow thrower without
good visibility or light. Always be sure of
your footing, and keep a firm hold on the
handles. Walk; never run.
8. This snow thrower is for use on sidewalks,
driveways, and other ground level sur-
faces. CAUTION: should be exercised
while using on steep sloping surfaces. DO
NOT USE SNOW THROWER ON SUR-
FACES ABOVE GROUND LEVEL such
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as roofs of residences, garages, porches
or other such structures or buildings.
9. Check shear bolts and other bolts fre-
quently for proper tightness to be sure the
snow thrower is in safe working condition.
10. Let engine and snow thrower adjust to
outdoor temperatures before starting to
clear snow.
motor temporarily if the snow thrower is
overworked, and will automatically reset
as the motor cools. If the motor stops,
release the control bar, disconnect the
extension cord and allow the motor to
cool 5 minutes before continuing opera-
tion.
OPERATING SAFETY
1. Never allow children or young teenagers
to operate the snow thrower. Keep them
away while it is operating. Never allow
adults to operate the snow thrower without
proper instruction.
2. Do not operate this machine if you are
taking drugs or other medication which
can cause drowsiness or affect your ability
to operate this machine.
3. Do not use this machine if you are mental-
ly or physically unable to operate this ma-
chine safely.
4. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields
during operation or while performing an
adjustment or repair to protect your eyes
from foreign objects that may be thrown
from the snow thrower.
5. Always dress properly. Do not wear loose
clothing or jewelry. They can be caught in
moving parts.
6. Do not put hands or feet near or under ro-
tating parts. Keep clear of the discharge
opening at all times.
7. Exercise extreme caution when operating
on or crossing gravel drives, walks, or
roads to avoid slipping or falling, especial-
ly when operating in reverse or backing
up. Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic.
8. Do not clear snow across the face of
slopes. Exercise caution when changing
direction on slopes. Do not attempt to
clear steep slopes.
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WARNING: The motor is
equipped with a protector that
will disconnect power to the