Poulan 96194000200 User Manual - Page 4

This manual contains safety information to make you aware of the hazards and risks associated with snow throwers, and how to avoid them. The snow thrower is designed and intended for removal of snow, and should not be used for any other purpose. It is important that you read and understand these instructions, and anyone operating the equipment read and understand these instructions. WARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. A signal word (DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION) is used with the alert symbol to indicate the likelihood and the potential severity of injury. In addition, a hazard symbol may be used to represent the type of hazard. DANGER indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. WARNING indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. CAUTION indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, might result in minor or moderate injury. CAUTION, when used without the alert symbol, indicates a situation that could result in damage to the equipment. Hazard Symbols and the meanings These symbols are used on your equipment and defined in your operating manual. Review and understand the meanings. The use of one of these symbols combined with a signal word will alert you to potential hazards and how to avoid them. Safety Alert -- Identifies safety information about hazards that can result in personal injury. Operator's Manual -- Read and understand before performing any activity or running equipment. Rotating auger Fire GB Operating Symbols and their meanings These symbols are used on your equipment and defined in your operating manual. It is important that you review and understand the meanings. Failure to understand the symbols might result in harm to you. Oil Fuel On Off Primer bulb Foward Neutral Reverse Throttle Choke off Choke on Stop Slow Fast Engage Engage Ignition On Ignition Off Ignition Key Push to engage electric start Electric Start Engine Start Engine Run Rotating impeller Explosion Traction Engine Off Toxic fumes Shock Rotating gears Thrown objects Hot Surface Never reach into rotating parts. Keep a safe distance from the equipment. Recommended ear protection for extended use. Shut off engine and remove spark plug connector before performing maintenance or repair work. Auger Collector Engage Auger Clutch Disengage Drive Clutch Discharge Chute Heated Grips Chute Deflector LEFT RIGHT UP DOWN 4