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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
NOTE: Advises you of information or instructions vital to
the operation or maintenance of the equipment.
Read the Operator’s Manual(s) and follow all warnings
and safety instructions.
Failure to do so can result in serious injury to the
operator and/or bystanders.
The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your atten-
tion to possible dangers. The safety symbols, and their
explanations, deserve your careful attention and under-
standing. The safety warnings do not by themselves
eliminate any danger. The instructions or warnings they
give are not substitutes for proper accident prevention
measures.
SYMBOL MEANING
Indicates
danger,
warning or caution. Attention is required in
order to avoid serious personal injury. May
be used in conjunction with other symbols
or pictographs.
SAFETY ALERT:
SYMBOL MEANING
Failure to obey a
safety warning can
result in injury to yourself and others.
Always follow the safety precautions to
reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and
personal injury.
WARNING:
Failure to obey a safety
warning will result in
serious injury to yourself or to others. Always
follow the safety precautions to reduce the
risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury.
DANGER:
Failure to obey a
safety warning may
result in property damage or personal injury
to yourself or to others. Always follow the
safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock and personal injury.
CAUTION:
• IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS •
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE OPERATING
• Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the con-
trols and proper use of the unit.
• Do not operate this unit when tired, ill, or under the
influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.
• Children must not operate the unit. Teens must be
accompanied and guided by an adult.
• All guards and safety attachments must be installed
properly before operating the unit.
• Inspect the unit before use. Replace damaged parts.
Check for fuel leaks. Make sure all fasteners are in
place and secure. Replace parts that are cracked,
chipped, or damaged in any way. Do not operate the
unit with loose or damaged parts.
• Carefully inspect the area before starting the unit.
Remove all debris and hard or sharp objects such as
glass, wire, etc.
•Clear the area of children, bystanders, and pets. At a
minimum, keep all children, bystanders, and pets out-
side a 50 feet (15 m.) radius; there still may be a risk to
bystanders from thrown objects. Bystanders should be
encouraged to wear eye protection. If you are
approached, stop the unit immediately.
When using the unit,
you must follow the
safety rules. Please read these instructions
before operating the unit in order to ensure the
safety of the operator and any by standers.
Please keep these instructions for later use.
WARNING:
FUEL SAFETY WARNINGS
• Store fuel only in containers specifically designed and
approved for the storage of such material.
• Avoid creating a source of ignition for spilled fuel. Do
not start the engine until fuel vapors dissipate.
• Always stop the engine and allow it to cool before
filling the fuel tank. Never remove the cap of the fuel
tank, or add fuel, when the engine is hot. Never
operate the unit without the fuel cap securely in place.
Loosen the fuel tank cap slowly to relieve any pressure
in the tank.
• Add fuel in a clean, well-ventilated outdoor area where
there are no sparks or flames. Slowly remove the fuel
cap only after stopping engine. Do not smoke while
fueling or mixing fuel. Wipe up any spilled fuel from the
unit immediately. Always wipe unit dry before using.
• Move the unit at least 30 feet (9.1 m) from the fueling
source and site before starting the engine. Do not
smoke. Keep sparks and open flames away from the
area while adding fuel or operating the unit.
Gasoline is highly
flammable, and its
vapors can explode if ignited. Take the follow-
ing precautions:
WARNING: