OWNER'S INFORMATION
This instructionbook iswritten for a person with some mechanical ability.Like mostservice books,
not all the steps are described. Steps on how to loosen or tighten fasteners are steps anyone can
follow with some mechanical ability. Read and follow these instructions before you use the unit.
Know your product: If you understand the unit and how the unit operates, you will get the best
performance. Asyou read this manual, compare the illustrationsto the unit. Learn the locationand
the function of the controls.To help prevent an accident, follow the operating instructionsand the
safety rules. Keep this manual for future reference.
IMPORTANT: Many unitsare not assembled and are soldin cartons. It isthe responsibility of the
owner to make sure the assembly instructionsinthis manual are exactly followed. Other unitsare
purchased in an assembled condition. On assembled units, it is the responsibilityof the owner to
make sure the unitis correctly assembled. The owner must carefully check the unit according to
the instructionsin this manual before it is first used.
RESPONSIBILITY OF THE OWNER
The responsibility of the owner is to follow the instructions below.
1. Carefully read and follow the rules for safe operation.
2. Follow all the assembly and preparation instructions.
3. Inspect the unit.
4. Make sure thatthe operator of the unitknows howto correctlyuse all standard and accessory
equipment.
5. Operate the unitonlywith guards, shields,and other safety itemsin placeand working correctly.
6. Correctly adjust the unit.
7. Service the unitonly with authorized or approved replacement parts.
8. Complete all maintenance on the unit.
The engine exhaust from this product
contains chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer, birth
defects or other reproductive harm.
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