Eskimo HC40Q8 - Manuel (Page 3)

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Operator's Manual
Propane Powered Ice Auger
ENGLISH
WARNINGS AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Operator’s RESPONSIBILITY
Accurate, safe and effective use of this unit is the operator’s
responsibility.
• Read and follow all safety instructions.
• Carefully follow all assembly instructions.
• Maintain the unit according to directions and
schedule included in this Eskimo operator’s manual.
• Ensure that anyone who uses the unit is familiar with
and understands all controls and safety precautions.
Safety Messages
Your manual contains special messages to bring attention to
potential safety concerns, engine damage as well as helpful
operating and servicing information. Please read all the
information carefully to avoid injury and damage to the unit.
NOTE: General information is given throughout the
manual that may help the operator in the
operation or service of the unit.
This symbol points out important safety instructions
which if not followed could endanger your personal
safety.
Before Operating:
WARNING
WARNING INDICATES A HAZARD WHICH, IF NOT
AVOIDED, COULD RESULT IN DEATH OR SERIOUS
INJURY TO PERSONNEL AND/OR PROPERTY
DAMAGE.
CAUTION
CAUTION INDICATES YOUR EQUIPMENT CAN BE
DAMAGED IF THE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS THAT
FOLLOW THIS SIGNAL WORD ARE NOT OBEYED.
IMPORTANT
INDICATES HELPFUL INFORMATION FOR PROPER
ASSEMBLY, OPERATION, OR MAINTENANCE OF
YOUR EQUIPMENT.
WARNING
READ ENTIRE OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS FOR THIS PRODUCT AND THE
INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE EQUIPMENT THIS ENGINE
POWERS. FAILURE TO FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS
COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
OPERATE THE ENGINE ACCORDING TO THE SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS OUTLINED HERE AND INSERTED
THROUGHOUT THE TEXT. ANYONE WHO USES
THIS UNIT MUST READ THE INSTRUCTIONS AND
BE FAMILIAR WITH THE CONTROLS.
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING
ENGINE EXHAUST FROM THIS PRODUCT
CONTAINS CHEMICALS KNOWN TO THE STATE OF
CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE CANCER, BIRTH DEFECTS,
OR OTHER REPRODUCTIVE HARM.
FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH ALL SAFETY AND
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CAN RESULT IN
LOSS OF ENGINE CONTROL, SERIOUS PERSONAL
INJURY TO YOU AND/OR BYSTANDERS, AND RISK
OF EQUIPMENT AND PROPERTY DAMAGE.
Safety Decals:
Below are three warning decals attached to the auger. It
is important to read all safety precautions and locate the
warning labels before using this product.
Do not carry auger with engine
running. Carry powerhead and
auger by handle bars only, NOT
by auger. Use caution when
reopening old holes. Activating
throttle control when carrying
auger may cause personal injury
if hands or clothing are on or
near rotating auger.
Use only
16.4 oz
PROPANE TANK
and store properly.
Failure to do so may
result in poor performance.
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WARNING
WARNING!
Failure to read, understand and
follow all warnings and instruc -
tions listed could result in seri -
ous injury or death. Keep all body
extremities, loose clothing and
foreign objects clear of rotating
auger. Be sure auger is securely
attached to powerhead during
use. Never carry auger between
holes with the engine running.
This auger is not designed to be
utilized as an anchoring device.
Use this auger/powerhead as per
provided instructions only.
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