Ariens 932007 - Manual (Page 2)

INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION
TRAINING
1. Read the Owner's Manual carefully. Be thoroughly familiar
with the controls and the proper use of the equipment.
Know how to stop the Sno-Thro and disengage the controls
quickly.
2. Never allow children to operate the Sno-Thro. Never allow
adults to operate the Sno-Thro without proper instruction.
3. Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particularly
small children, and pets.
4. Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling, especially
when starting or operating in reverse.
PREPARATION
1. Thoroughly inspect the area where the Sno-Thro is to be
used and remove all doormats, sleds, boards, wires, and
other foreign objects.
2. Disengage all clutches before starting the engine (motor).
3. Do not operate the Sno-Thro without wearing adequate
winter outer garments and eye protection such as safety
glasses. Wear footwear which will improve footing on slip­
pery surfaces.
4. Handle fuel with care; it is highly flammable.
a. Use an approved fuel container.
b. Never add fuel to a running engine or hot engine.
c. Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care. Never fill fuel
tank indoors.
d. Replace gasoline cap securely and wipe up spilled fuel.
5. Use the power cord furnished with the electric starter, if so
equipped.
6. Adjust the blower housing height to clear gravel or crush­
ed rock surface with engine off.
7. Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine is
running (except where specifically recommended by
manufacturer).
8. Let Pngine and machine adjust to outdoor temperatures
before starting to clear snow.
OPERATION
1. Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Keep
clear of the discharge opening at all times.
2. Exercise extreme caution when operating on or crossing
gravel drives, walks, or roads. Stay alert for hidden
hazards or traffic.
3. After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, remove the
wire from the spark plug, thoroughly inspect the Sno-Thro
for any damage, and repair the damage before restarting
and operating the Sno-Thro.
4. If the Sno-Thro should start to vibrate abnormally, stop th'^'"
engine and check immediately for the cause. Vibration i.
generally a warning of trouble.
5. Stop the engine whenever you leave the operating posi­
tion, before unclogging the blower/impeller housing or
discharge guide, and when making any repairs, ad­
justments, or inspections.
6. When cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make certain the
blower/impeller and all moving parts have stopped.
Disconnect the spark plug wire.
7. Do not run the engine indoors, except when starting the
engine and for transporting the Sno-Thro in or out of the
building". Open the outside doors; exhaust fumes are
dangerous.
8. Do not clear snow across the face of slopes. Exercise ex­
treme caution when changing direction on slopes. Do not
attempt to clear steep slopes.
9. Never operate the Sno-Thro without proper guards, plates,
or other safety protective devices in place.
10. Never operate the Sno-Thro near glass enclosures,
automobiles, window wells, drop-offs, etc., without pro­
per adjustment of the snow discharge angle. Keep children
and pets away.
11. Do not overload the Sno-Thro capacity by attempting tt
clear snow at too fast a rate.
12. Never operate the Sno-Thro at high transport speeds on
slippery surfaces. Use care when backing.
13. Never direct discharge at bystanders or allow anyone in
front of the unit.
14. Disengage power to the blower/impeller when Sno-Thro is
transported or not in use.
15. Use only attachments and accessories approved by
Ariens.
16. Never operate the Sno-Thro without good visibility or light.
Always be sure of your footing, and keep a firm hold on the
handles. Walk: never run.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
1. Check Shear bolts, engine mounting bolts, etc., at fre*
quent intervals for proper tightness to be sure the equip­
ment is in safe working condition.
2. Never store the Sno-Thro with fuel in fuel tank inside a
building where iginition sources are present such as hot
water and space heaters, clothes dryers, etc. Allow the
engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.
3. Always refer to Owner’s Manual for important details if the
Sno-Thro is to be stored for an extended period.
4. Run the Sno-Thro a few minutes after throwing snow to
prevent freeze-up'Of the blower/impeller.
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