Murray

A snow blower helps you cut down the time and effort it takes to remove snow from areas such as driveways or sidewalks. Please read the following Safety Tips.

Safety For Snow Blowers

• Do not disable your snow blower’s operator presence control. Most snow blowers built since 1975 have an operator presence control (OPC) that causes the snow blower to stop when the user lets go of the controls.
• Handle fuel carefully. Avoid spillage by using non-spill containers with spouts. Fill up before you start, while the engine is cold.
• Do not use a snow blower on steep slopes. Use extreme caution when clearing snow from mild slopes, especially when changing direction.
• Never operate a snow blower without good visibility or light.

Handling Petrol

• Never smoke when filling the petrol tank.
• Never keep petrol in the house or fill a petrol tank indoors.
• Never store the machine or fuel container where there is an open flame, spark, or pilot light such as near a water heater or other appliances.
• Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck bed with a plastic bed liner. Always place containers on the ground away from your vehicle before filling.
• Wipe up petrol spills immediately and do not attempt to start the engine but move the machine away from the area of spillage and avoid creating any source of ignition until fuel vapors have dissipated.
• Never over-fill the fuel tank. Replace fuel cap and tighten securely.
• Never remove the fuel cap or add fuel with the engine running. Allow the engine to cool, before refueling.

PERSONAL SAFETY

• Read your owner’s manual thoroughly and understand all of the recommended safety procedures before using your snow blower.
• Clear the area of doormats, sleds, boards, wires, and other debris that may be hidden by the snow. These objects could clog the chute, or otherwise cause damage.
• Never put your hands inside the snow blower chute for any reason. If the chute becomes clogged with snow (or another object), turn it off, wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop and then clear the chute with a stick.
• Never allow children to operate outdoor power equipment.
• Keep the area of operation clear of children, pets, and all people.
• Never allow anyone in front of your snow blower.
• Avoid blowing snow toward people or cars.
• Keep hands and feet away from all moving parts.
• Dress properly for the job. Be sure to wear adequate winter clothing and footwear that will improve footing on slippery surfaces. Wear safety glasses, and avoid any loose fitting clothing that could get caught in moving parts. Be careful of long hair.
• Never run, when using a snow blower.