HOLDING THE UNIT
WARNING:
Always wear eye, hearing, hand, foot and
body protection to reduce the risk of injury when operating
this unit.
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Stand in the operating position (Fig. 4).
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Hold the shaft grip with the right hand. Keep the right arm
slightly bent.
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Hold the handle with the left hand. Keep the left arm straight.
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Hold the unit at waist level.
TIPS FOR BEST RESULTS
1. Move the unit to the work area prior to starting the engine/motor.
CAUTION:
To prevent serious personal injury, never
pick-up or carry the unit while the engine/motor is running.
2. Start the unit.
3. Hold the unit firmly with both hands and slowly lower the unit
until the skid shoe makes contact with the ground.
4. Slowly increase the engine/motor speed to become familiar with
the handling of the unit.
5. Advance with the unit at a moderate speed to sweep debris
forward (Fig. 4). Optionally, it may be desirable to angle the
power broom slightly to the left in order to direct debris to side.
WARNING:
To prevent serious personal injury, use extreme
caution when reversing or pulling the unit towards you.
OPERATION
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Fig. 4