Echelon SNOW24 Instruction Manual - Safe Operation Procedures
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Safe Operation Procedures
DANGER:
This machine was built to be operated
according to the rules for safe operation in this
manual. As with any type of power equipment,
carelessness or error on part of the operator can
result in serious injury or death.
This machine is capable of throwing objects and
of amputating hands and feet. Failure to observe
the following safety instructions could result in
serious injury or death.
WARNING:
Engine exhaust, some of its constituents,
and certain vehicle components contain or emit
chemicals known to State of California to cause
cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
WARNING:
This symbol points out important
safety instructions which, if not followed, could
endanger the personal safety and/or property of
yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions
in this manual before attempting to operate this
machine. Failure to comply with these instructions
may result in personal injury.Restrict the use of this
machine to persons who read, understand and follow
the warnings and instructions in this manual and on
the machine.
Do Not Modify the Engine
To avoid serious injury or death, do not modify the
engine in any way. Never tamper with the factory
setting of an engine governor. Tampering with the
governor setting can lead to a runaway engine and
cause it to operate at unsafe speeds.
Clearing a Clogged
Discharge Chute
Important: The most common cause of injury
associated with snow blowers is from hand
contact with rotating rotor blades inside the
discharge chute. Never use your hand to clean
out the discharge chute.
To clear the chute:
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SHUT THE ENGINE OFF!
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Wait 10 seconds to be sure the rotor blades
have stopped rotating.
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Always use a clean-out tool, not your hands.
Training
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Read, understand, and follow all instructions on
the machine and in the manual(s) before
attempting to assemble and operate this unit.
Keep this manual in a safe place for future
reference and for ordering replacement parts.
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Be familiar with all controls and their proper
operation. Know how to stop the machine and
disengage them quickly.
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Never allow children under 14 years old to
operate this machine. Children 14 years old and
over should read and understand the operation
instructions and safety rules in this manual and
should be trained and supervised by an adult.
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Never allow adults to operate this machine
without proper instruction.
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Thrown objects can cause serious personal
injury. Plan your snow-throwing pattern to avoid
discharge of material toward roads, bystanders
and the like.
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Keep bystanders, pets and children at least 75
feet from the machine while it is in use. Stop the
machine if anyone enters the area.
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Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling,
especially when operating in reverse.
Controls & Features