Snapper SV25500HV EU - Manual (Page 2)

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: This powerful machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and can throw objects that can
cause injury and damage! Failure to comply with the following SAFETY instructions could result in serious
injury or death to the operator or other persons. The owner of the machine must understand these instructions
and must allow only persons who understand these instructions to operate machine. Each person operating
the machine must be of sound mind and body and must not be under the influence of any substance, which
might impair vision, dexterity or judgment. If you have any questions pertaining to your machine, contact your
local authorized dealer.
PROTECTION FOR CHILDREN
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not
alert to the presence of children. Children are often
attracted to the machine and the work activity.
Never assume that children will remain where you
last saw them.
1. KEEP children out of the work area and under
the watchful care of a responsible adult.
2. DO NOT allow children in the work area when
machine is operated and turn machine OFF if
anyone enters the area.
3. DO NOT allow pre-teenage children to operate
machine.
4. ALLOW only responsible adults & teenagers
with mature judgment under close adult
supervision to operate machine.
5. USE EXTRA CARE when approaching blind
corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that
may obscure vision.
SLOPE OPERATION
1. Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall
accidents, which can result in severe injury. All
slopes require extra caution. If you feel uneasy
on a slope, DO NOT operate the machine on it.
2. Use extra care, as the debris bag fills, the
weight will affect the stability and handling of
the machine.
3. DO NOT park machine on slopes.
PREPARATION
1. Read, understand, and follow instructions and
warnings in this manual and on the machine,
engine and attachments. Know the controls and
the proper use of the machine before starting.
2. Only mature, responsible persons shall operate
the machine and only after proper instruction.
3. Data indicates that operators age 60 and above,
are involved in a large percentage of machine-
related injuries. These operators should
evaluate their ability to operate the machine
safely enough to protect themselves and others
from serious injury.
PREPARATION
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4. Handle fuel with extra care. Fuels are flammable
and vapors are explosive. Use only an approved
fuel container. DO NOT remove fuel cap or add
fuel with engine running. Add fuel outdoors
only with engine stopped and cool. Clean
spilled fuel and oil from machine. DO NOT
smoke.
5. Check the work area and remove all objects
such as toys, wire, rocks, limbs and other
objects that could cause injury and damage to
the machine. Also note the location of holes,
stumps, and other possible hazards.
6. Keep people and pets out of the work area.
Immediately, Stop engine if anyone enters the
area.
7. Check shields, deflectors, switches, engine
controls and other safety devices frequently for
proper operation and location.
8. Make sure all safety decals are clearly legible.
Replace if damaged.
9. Protect yourself when operating machine and
wear safety glasses, hearing protection,
breathing protection, long pants and
substantial footwear. DO NOT operate
barefooted or with sandals.
10. Know how to STOP engine quickly in
preparation for emergencies.
11. Use extra care when loading or unloading the
machine into a trailer or truck.
12. Check debris bag and components frequently
for signs of wear or deterioration and replace as
needed to prevent injury from thrown objects
going through weak or torn spots.
SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE
To avoid personal injury or property damage, use
extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is
extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive
1. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and
other sources of ignition.
2. Use only an approved fuel container.