General Operation - Craftsman 917.370605 Manual Del Propietário

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CAUTION: Muffler and other engine
parts become extremely
hot during operation and
remain hot after engine
has stopped. To avoid
severe burns on contact,
stay away from these areas.
WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its
constituents, and certain vehicle com po-
nents contain or emit chem i cals known to
the State of Cal i for nia to cause can cer and
birth defects or oth er re pro duc tive harm.
WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and
related accessories contain lead and lead
compounds, chemicals known to the State
of Cal i for nia to cause can cer and birth
defects or oth er re pro duc tive harm. Wash
hands after handling.
WARNING: This lawn mower is
equipped with an internal com bus tion
engine and should not be used on or near
any un im proved forest-covered, brush-
covered or grass-cov ered land unless the
engine's exhaust system is equipped with
a spark arrester meeting applicable local
or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is
used, it should be maintained in effective
working order by the operator.
In the state of California the above is re-
quired by law (Section 4442 of the Califor-
nia Public Resources Code). Other states
may have similar laws. Federal laws apply
on federal lands. A spark arrester for the
muffler is available through your nearest
Sears Parts & Repair Center (See the RE-
PAIR PARTS section of this manual).
I. CHILDREN
WARNING: CHILDREN CAN
BE SERIOUSLY INJURED OR
KILLED BY THIS EQUIPMENT.
Carefully read and follow all of
the safety instructions below.
The American Academy of Pediatrics
recommends that children be a minimum
of 12 year of age before operating a
pedestrian controlled lawn mower and a
minimum of 16 years of age before operat-
ing a riding lawn mower.
Tragic accidents can occur if the op er a tor is
not alert to the presence of children. Children
are often attracted to the ma chine and the
mowing activity. Never assume that children
will remain where you last saw them.
• Keep children out of the mowing area
and under the watchful care of a re-
spon si ble adult other than the operator.
• Be alert and turn machine off if chil dren
enter the area.
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com
• Before and while walking back wards, look
• Never allow children to operate the
II. GENERAL OPERATION
• Read, understand, and follow all
• Do not put hands or feet near or under
• Only allow responsible individuals, who
• Clear the area of objects such as rocks,
• Be sure the area is clear of other people
• Do not operate machine bare footed or
• Do not pull mower backwards unless abso-
• Never direct discharged material toward
• Do not operate the mower without
• See manufacturer's instructions for
• Stop the blade(s) when crossing grav el
• Never leave a running machine unat-
• Stop the engine (motor) and wait until
• Mow only in daylight or good artificial
• Do not operate the machine while under
• Never operate machine in wet grass.
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behind and down for small chil dren.
machine.
in struc tions on the machine and in the
manual(s) before starting. Be thor ough ly
familiar with the controls and the proper
use of the machine before starting.
rotating parts. Keep clear of the dis-
charge opening at all times.
are familiar with the in struc tions, to
operate the machine.
toys, wire, bones, sticks, etc., which
could be picked up and thrown by
blade. Stay behind the handle when the
engine (motor) is running.
before mowing. Stop ma chine if anyone
enters the area.
while wearing sandals. Al ways wear
substantial footwear with good ankle
support while mowing.
lutely nec es sary. Always look down and be-
hind before and while moving backwards.
anyone.
Avoid discharging material
against a wall or obstruction. Material may
richochet back toward the operator. Stop
blade when crossing gravel surfaces.
proper guards, plates, grass catcher or
oth er safety protective devices in place.
proper operation and installation of
accessories. Only use accessories ap-
proved by the manufacturer.
drives, walks, or roads.
tended.
the blade comes to a complete stop
before clean ing the machine, removing
the grass catcher, or unclogging the
discharge chute.
light.
the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Always be sure of your footing: keep a
firm hold on the handle; walk, never run.
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