Texas SNOW KING 5318WD Manuel page 14

Beware of hazards, while working on difficult
soil hence; extremely stony or hard soil.
Boots with non-slip soles with steel jacket is
required. Avoid loose-fitting clothes.
Operation
Always start the engine from safety zone.
Do not leave the safety zone while operating
the machine, if it is necessary to leave the
safety zone, turn off the engine before leaving
the zone.
After striking a foreign object, stop the engine
immediately, remove the spark plug cap and
inspect the machine thoroughly for damage.
Repair the damage before continuing
If the machine should start to vibrate
abnormally, stop the engine and check
immediately for the cause. Vibration is
generally a warning of damage.
Always disengage the levers, turn off the
engine, and remove the spark plug, when the
unit is left unattended.
Always turn off the engine and ensure that all
moving parts have come to a complete stop
before making any repairs, adjustments, or
inspections.
Exercise extreme caution when operating on
slopes.
Never operate the machine at a fast pace.
Do not overload machine capacity by
attempting to work at too fast a rate.
Do not carry passengers.
Pay attention, while the machine is in reverse.
Never allow any bystanders in front of unit.
Always disengage the blades, if not in use.
Only operate the machine at daylight or in fully
illuminated areas
Ensure a stable foothold and always keep a
firm hold on the handles. Always walk, never
run.
Do not operate the equiment when barefoot or
wearing sandals.
Exercise extreme caution when changing
direction on slopes
Never attempt to make any adjustments, while
the engine is running.
Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling
the machine backwards
Never operate the engine indoor or in areas
with low ventilation. The exhaustion from the
engine contains carbon monoxide. Failure to
observe could result in permanent injury or
death.
Gasoline safety
Use extreme care in handling gasoline.
Gasoline is extremely flammable and the
fumes are explosive.
Serious personal injury can occur, when
gasoline is spilled on yourself or your clothes.
Rinse your skin and change clothes
immediately!
Use only an approved gasoline container. Do
not use soft drink bottle or similar!
Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and
other sources of ignition.
Never refuel your machine indoors.
Let the engine cool down before refilling
Never fill the fuel tank to more than 2.5 cm
below bottom of filler in order to provide space
for fuel to expansion.
After refueling, ensure that the cap tighten
securely.
Never use the lock-function on the gasoline
gun, when refueling.
Do not smoke while refueling.
Never refuel inside a building or where
gasoline fumes may get in contact with an
ignition source.
Keep gasoline and engine away from
appliance, pilot lights, barbecues, electric
appliances, power tools, etc.
If the fuel tank has to be drained, this shall be
done outdoors
Maintenance and storage
The engine shall be stopped when carrying out
maintenance and cleaning operations, when
changing tools and when being transported by
means other than under its own power.
Check regularly that all bolts and nuts are
tightened. Retighten if necessary.
The engine must be completely cooled before
storing indoors or covered.
If the machine unused for a period of time,
please refer to the instructions in this manual.
Maintain or replace safety and instruction
labels, as necessary.
Only use orginal spare parts or accessories. If
not orginal parts or accessories is used, the
liablility is no longer applied.
Replace faulty silencers.
Miscellaneous
The gears are delivered pre-greased.
However, always ensure they are well greased
before each use.
The motor is not pre-filled with oil.
Factory-fitted control devices, such as the
handle-mounted clutch cable, must not be
removed or exposed.
Only drain the fuel tank outdoors. Gasoline is
extremely flammable and the fumes are
explosive.
Ensure that the machine is properly secured
when transported on a flatbed etc.
Reduce the throttle during engine shutdown
and close the fuel valve.
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