Cub Cadet CSV 070 Operation Manual - Page 3

SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES Maintenance & Storage 1. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly. 2. 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 and repair, if needed. 3. Before cleaning, repairing or inspecting, stop the engine and make certain the impeller and all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it against the engine to prevent unintended starting. 4. Keep all guards, deflectors and safety devices in place and operating properly. 5. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as necessary. 6. Follow this manual for safe loading, unloading, transporting and storage of this machine. 7. Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame, spark or pilot light such as a water heater, furnace, clothes dryer, etc. 8. Allow machine to cool at least 5 minutes before storing. 9. Always refer to the operator's manual for proper instructions on off-season storage. 10. If the fuel tank has to be drained, do this outdoors. 11. Observe proper disposal laws and regulations for gas, oil, etc. to protect the environment. 12. According to the Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC) and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), this product has an Average Useful Life of seven (7) years, or 60 hours of operation. At the end of the Average Useful Life have the machine inspected annually by an authorized service dealer to ensure that all mechanical and safety systems are working properly and not worn excessively. Failure to do so can result in accidents, injuries or death. Do not modify engine To avoid serious injury or death, do not modify engine in any way. Tampering with the governor setting can lead to a runaway engine and cause it to operate at unsafe speeds. Never tamper with factory setting of engine governor. Notice Regarding Emissions Engines which are certified to comply with California and federal EPA emission regulations for SORE (Small Off-Road Engines) are certified to operate on regular unleaded gasoline, and may include the following emission control systems: Engine Modification (EM), Oxidizing Catalyst (OC), Secondary Air Injection (SAI) and Three Way Catalyst (TWC) if so equipped. Spark Arrestor WARNING This machine is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrestor meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrestor is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator. In the State of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrestor for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019. Safety Symbols This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, understand and follow all instructions on the machine before attempting to assemble and operate. Symbol Description READ THE OPERATOR'S MANUAL(S) Read, understand and follow all instructions in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate. WARNING- ROTATING BLADES Keep hands out of inlet and discharge openings while machine is running. There are rotating blades inside. BYSTANDERS Keep bystanders, pets and children at least 75 feet from the machine while it is in operation. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. WARNING- THROWN OBJECTS This machine may pick up and throw objects which can ricochet. EYE PROTECTION Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles when operating this machine. WARNING-GASOLINE IS FLAMMABLE Allow the engine to cool at least two minutes before refueling. WARNING- CARBON MONOXIDE Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas. WARNING Your Responsibility - Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read, understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS! 3