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1.2.2 Titles
The manual is arranged in chapters and
paragraphs. The title of paragraph '2.1 Training" is
a sub-title of "2. Safety regulations". References
to titles or paragraphs are marked with the
abbreviation chap. or para. and the relevant
number. Example: "chap. 2" or "para. 2.1.
2. SAFETY REGULATIONS
2.1 TRAINING
Warning: Carefully read the
instructions before use.
Become familiar with the controls and
the proper use of the machine. Learn how
to stop the motor quickly. Failure to follow
the warnings and instructions may result in
fire and/or serious injury. Save all warnings
and instructions for future reference.
• Never allow the machine to be used by
children or individuals who are not familiar
with the instructions. Local laws may
establish a minimum age for users.
• Never use the machine if the user is
tired or unwell, or has taken medication,
drugs, alcohol or substances that
impair reflexes and concentration.
• Remember that the operator or user is
responsible for accidents and unexpected
events that can occur to other people or
property. It is the user's responsibility
to assess the potential risk of the area
where work is to be carried out and
to take all the necessary precautions
to ensure his own safety and that of
others, particularly on slopes or rough,
slippery and unstable ground.
2.2 PRELIMINARY OPERATIONS
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Do not use the snowplough without
wearing suitable clothing.
• Use footwear that allows a good
grip on slippery surfaces.
• Always wear protective goggles or a visor
during use, maintenance or repair operations.
The operation of motorised machines may
project foreign objects into the eyes.
• Wear noise cancelling headphones.
Work / Machine Area
• Thoroughly check the area to be cleaned
for any visible foreign objects. For example,
mats, sleighs, tables, ropes, etc.
• Before starting the engine, make sure
that all of the controls operating the
moving parts are disconnected.
• Adjust the height of the auger's protective
cover to sweep pebbly or rocky surfaces
• Before starting to shovel the snow,
let the engine and the machine adapt
to the external temperature
Internal combustion engine: fuel
• Warning: the fuel is highly
flammable. Handle with care!
• Always store the fuel in suitable containers.
• Fill up or top up using a funnel, only outdoors
and never smoke during these operations.
• Fill up before turning the engine on.
Never open the tank cap or fill up when
the engine is running or still warm.
• If any fuel spills out do not start the
engine, rather, move the machine away
from the spillage and immediately
clean up every trace of fuel that has
spilled on to the machine or ground
• Firmly screw the fuel tank and
containers cap back on.
• Avoid getting any fuel or your clothing
and, if this should happen, change your
clothes before starting the engine.
2.3 DURING OPERATION
Work Area
• Do not use the machine in environments
that pose the risk of explosion, in the
presence of flammable liquids, gases
or powders. Electrical contact or
mechanical rubbing can generate sparks
that can ignite powder or vapour.
• Do not operate the engine in confined
spaces where dangerous carbon monoxide
fumes can collect. The start-up operations
must be carried out outdoors or in a
well-ventilated area. Always remember
that the exhaust gases are toxic.
• Work only in daylight or with good artificial
light in good visibility conditions.
• Keep people, children and animals
away from the work area. Children must
be supervised by another adult.
• Pay particular attention when using
the machine on gravel pathways, side-
walks and roads or when crossing them.
Pay attention to hidden dangers.
• Look out for traffic when using
the machine near the road.
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