Benchmark BS6050 Manuel page 5

A note from our designer:
When I was a child in Kingston Ontario my family lived beside a retired fellow
named Basil. I remember one day Basil got down on one knee to clean out his
clogged snowblower, reaching deep into the machine to remove the buildup of
hard snow and ice. Once the blockage was clear the augers quickly sprang back
to life, he had forgotten to shut off the engine. For the rest of his life Basil only
had two fingers on that hand because he'd left his snowblower running. Don't be
like my kind neighbour Basil, be careful and stay safe!
1. SAFETY
WARNING!
U.S.A. Models: It is a violation of California Public Resource
Code Section 4442 to use or operate the engine on any forest-
covered, brush-covered, or grass-covered land unless the
exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester, as defined
in Section 4442, maintained in effective working order. Other
states or federal jurisdictions may have similar laws. Contact the
original equipment manufacturer, retailer, or dealer to obtain a
spark arrester designed for the exhaust system installed on this
engine.
1.1 SNOWTHROWER SAFETY
The snowthrower is designed and intended only for clearing of snow from hard-
surface ground-level walkways and driveways and is not intended for any other
purpose.
Only allow operators who are responsible, trained, familiar with these instructions,
and physically capable operate the machine. If it is misused or not properly
maintained, it can be dangerous. Remember you are responsible for your safety and
those around you.
This snowthrower is capable of amputating hands and feet, and throwing objects.
Hand contact with the rotating impeller inside the discharge chute is the most
common cause of injury associated with snowthrowers.
This machine is capable of throwing objects that could injure bystanders
or cause damage to buildings.
When leaving the operating position always disengage the auger, turn
off the engine, and remove the key. Never leave a running machine
unattended.
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