3. GETTING TO KNOW THE MACHINE
3.1 DESCRIPTION OF THE MACHINE
AND PLANNED USE
This machine is a snow thrower.
The machine is equipped with a clearance auger,
protecting by a guard, that sends the snow to
discharge chute. The auger is moved by the
engine that also drives the machine.
The machine is run using the controls located on
the dashboard.
The operator can run the machine and activate all
the main controls while staying upright in the
operator's position, behind the machine.
3.1.1 Intended use
This machine has been designed and built to
remove and clear away snow from pavements,
gardens, drives and other ground-level surfaces.
The snow thrower must only be used to remove
snow.
3.1.2 Improper use
Any other usage not in keeping with the above-
mentioned ones may be hazardous and harm
persons and/or damage things. Examples of
improper use may include, but are not limited to:
• use of the machine on surfaces above ground
level, such as roofs on houses, garages,
porticoes or other structures or buildings.
• Activate the auger in the presence of materials
other than snow (e.g. soil, grass, pebbles, etc.),
• Pulling or pushing loads.
IMPORTANT Improper use of the machine will
invalidate the warranty, relieve the Manufacturer
from all liabilities, and the user will consequently
be liable for all and any damage or injury to
himself or others.
3.1.3 User types
This machine is intended for use by consumers,
i.e. non-professional operators. The machine is
intended for "DIY" use only.
IMPORTANT The machine must be used by
one operator.
3.2 SAFETY SIGNS
The machine has various symbols on it (fig.
4). They are used to remind the operator of the
behaviour to follow to use it with the necessary
attention and caution.
Meaning of symbols:
WARNING!
a
WARNING! Read the instructions
before operating the machine.
DANGER! Keep hands and feet
away from rotating parts.
DANGER! Ejected objects. Do not
turn the discharge chute towards
onlookers or animals.
DANGER! Rotor turning. Always
keep away from the snow discharge
opening.
DANGER! Keep people, children
and animals away from the work
area.
WARNING! Disconnect the key and
read the instructions before carrying
out any maintenance or repair work.
DANGER! Never put your hands
inside the discharge chute when the
auger is in motion. Stop the engine
before unclogging the discharge
chute.
DANGER! Keep away from hot
surfaces.
DANGER!
carbon monoxide fumes. NEVER
start the engine indoors.
DANGER! The fuel is flammable and
explosive. Remove the key from the
ignition and allow the engine to cool
down before refuelling.
DANGER! Risk of fire or explosion.
Do not smoke, do not use open
flames or ignition.
DANGER! Always use hearing
protectors.
DANGER! Wear eye protections.
EN - 4
Engines
emit
toxic