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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
DR
®
SNOW THROWER Safety, Operation & Maintenance Instructions 7
Operating the DR
®
SNOW
THROWER
Never operate the DR
®
SNOW THROWER
without good visibility and lighting.
1. Do not make mechanical adjustments while
the unit is in motion, the DR
®
SNOW
THROWER is raised, or the engine is
running.
2. Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts.
Keep clear of discharge opening at all times.
Do not use hands or feet to unclog spout.
3. Never allow anyone to sit or stand on the
equipment at any time.
4. Before leaving the DR
®
ALL-TERRAIN
™
MOWER unattended, take all necessary
precautions. Park the DR
®
ALL-TERRAIN
™
MOWER on level ground, place the
transmission in neutral, set the parking
brake, disengage the driving system, place
all levers including auxiliary control levers
in neutral, shut off the engine and remove
the ignition key.
5. Exercise extreme caution when operating on
or crossing gravel driveways, walks, or
roads. Stay alert for hidden hazards or
traffic.
6. Do not run the engine indoors except when
starting engine and transporting attachment
in or out of building. Carbon monoxide gas
is colorless, odorless and deadly.
7. Do not attempt to operate on steep slopes or
near embankments.
8. Use extra caution when backing up.
9. Prolonged exposure to loud noise can cause
impairment or loss of hearing. Wear a
suitable hearing protection such as earmuffs
or earplugs to protect your valuable hearing.
10. Always wear eye protection during operation
(safety goggles, face shield, etc.).
11. Never allow anyone to operate the
equipment until they read the manual
completely and are thoroughly familiar with
basic DR
®
ALL-TERRAIN
™
MOWER and
equipment operation.
12. Always make sure all equipment
components are properly installed and
securely fastened BEFORE operating.
13. Adjust collector-housing height to clear
gravel or crushed rock surface.
14. If the DR
®
SNOW THROWER starts to
vibrate abnormally, stop the engine
immediately, disconnect the spark plug wire
and check for cause. Excessive vibration is
generally a sign of trouble.
15. Never operate the DR
®
SNOW THROWER
without guards and other safety protective
devices in place.
16. Do not direct the discharge chute at
bystanders or animals. Ejected objects may
cause injury.
Read the separate DR
®
ALL-TERRAIN
™
MOWER Operator's Manual carefully before
using the machine. Lack of operating
knowledge can lead to accidents.