III. Operation
1. Contact with the moving rotor will cause serious
injury . Keep your hands and feet away from all
moving parts of the machine. Keep clear of any
discharge opening.
2. Stay behind the handles and away from the
discharge opening while operating the machine.
3. Using this machine for purposes other than its
intended use could prove dangerous to you and
bystanders.
4. Prevent unintentional starting—Ensure that the
electric-start key is removed from the key switch
before connecting the battery pack and handling
the machine.
5. Use your full attention while operating the
machine. Do not engage in any activity that
causes distractions; otherwise, injury or property
damage may occur .
6. Disengage all clutches and shift into neutral
before starting the machine.
7. Shut of f the machine, remove the electric-start
key , remove the battery pack from the machine,
and wait for all movement to stop before
adjusting, servicing, cleaning, or storing the
machine.
8. Remove the battery pack and electric-start
key from the machine whenever you leave it
unattended or before changing accessories.
9. Do not force the machine—Allow the machine to
do the job better and safer at the rate for which it
was designed.
10. Stay alert—W atch what you are doing and use
common sense when operating the machine.
Do not use the machine while ill, tired, or under
the inuence of alcohol or drugs.
1 1. Operate the machine only in good visibility and
appropriate weather conditions.
12. Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling
the machine toward you.
13. Keep proper footing and balance at all times,
especially on slopes. Use extreme caution when
changing directions on slopes. Do not operate
the machine on exceedingly steep slopes. W alk,
never run with the machine.
14. When not actively clearing snow , disengage
power to the auger .
15. Adjust the collector housing height to clear a
gravel or crushed-rock surface.
16. Do not direct the discharge material toward
anyone. A void discharging material against a
wall or obstruction; material may ricochet toward
you. Shut of f the machine when crossing gravel
surfaces.
17. Exercise extreme caution when operating the
machine on walks or roads. Stay alert for hidden
hazards or traf c.
18. If the machine strikes an object or starts to
vibrate, immediately shut of f the machine,
remove the key , remove the battery pack, and
wait for all movement to stop before examining
the machine for damage. Make all necessary
repairs before resuming operation.
19. Shut of f the machine whenever you leave the
operating position for any reason.
20. Shut of f the machine, remove the electric-start
key , and remove the battery pack(s) before
unclogging the machine and always use a stick
or a cleanout tool to remove the clog.
21. Shut of f the machine, remove the electric-start
key , and remove the battery pack(s) before
loading the machine for hauling.
22. Never operate the machine at high transport
speeds on slippery surfaces.
23. Under abusive conditions, the battery pack may
eject liquid; avoid contact. If you accidently
come into contact with the liquid, ush with
water . If the liquid contacts your eyes, seek
medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery
pack may cause irritation or burns.
24. Do not expose a battery pack or tool to re or
excessive temperature. Exposure to re or
temperature above 130°C (265°F) may cause
explosion.
25. CAUTION—A mistreated battery pack may
present a risk of re, explosion, or chemical
burn.
•Do not disassemble the battery pack.
•Replace the battery pack with a genuine
T oro battery pack only; using another type of
battery pack may cause a re or risk of injury .
•Keep battery packs out of the reach of
children and in the original packaging until
you are ready to use them.
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