Force 59595091 Guide De L'utilisateur page 6

19. Disengage all control levers and stop engine before you
leave the operating position (behind the handles). Wait until
the auger/impeller comes to a complete stop before unclogging
the chute assembly, making any adjustments, or inspections.
20. Never put your hand in the discharge or collector
openings. Always use the clean-out tool provided to unclog the
discharge opening. Do not unclog chute assembly while engine
is running. Shut off engine and remain behind handles until all
moving parts have stopped before unclogging.
21. Use only attachments and accessories approved by the
manufacturer (e.g. wheel weights, tire chains, cabs etc.).
22. When starting engine, pull cord slowly until resistance is
felt,then pull rapidly. Rapid retraction of starter cord (kickback)
will pull hand and arm toward engine faster than you can let go.
Broken bones, fractures, bruises or sprains could result.
23. if situations occur which are not covered in this manual,
use care and good judgment. Contact Customer Support for
assistance and the name of your nearest servicing dealer.
24. Never leave a running unit unattended. Always disengage
the auger and traction controls, stop engine and remove keys.
25. Snow can hide obstacles. Make sure to remove all obstacles
from the area to be cleared.
26.Clearing a clogged discharge chute
Hand contact with the rotating impeller inside the discharge
chute is the most common cause of injure associated with snow
throwers.Never use your hand to clean out the discharge chute.
To clear the chute
1. Shut the engine off!
2. Wait 10 seconds to be sure the impeller blades have stopped
rotating.
3. Always use a clean-out tool,not your hands.
Maintenance & Storage
1. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation
regularly. Refer to the maintenance and adjustment sections of this
manual.
2. Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting machine disengage
all control levers and stop the engine. Wait until the auger/
impeller come to a complete stop. Disconnect the spark plug wire
and ground against the engine to prevent unintended starting.
3. Check bolts and screws for proper tightness at frequent
intervals to keep the machine in safe working condition. Also,
visually inspect machine for any damage.
4. Do not change the engine governor setting or over-speed the
engine. The governor controls the maximum safe operating speed
of the engine.
5. Snow thrower shave plates and skid shoes are subject to
wear and damage. For your safety protection, frequently check all
components and replace with original equipment manufacturer's
(OEM) parts only. Use of parts which do not meet the original
equipment specifications may lead to improper performance and
compromise safety!
6. Check control levers periodically to verify they engage and
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