Safety Rules; Before Use; Fuel Safety; Operating Safety - Craftsman 536.886331 Owner's Manual

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SAFETY RULES
CAUTION: ALWAYS DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE AND A
PLACE WIRE WHERE IT CANNOT CONTACT SPARK PLUG
TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING WHEN SETTING-UP
TRANSPORTING, ADJUSTING OR MAKING REPAIRS.
IMPORTANT
SAFETY STANDARDS REQUIRE OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROLS TO MINIMIZE THE
RISK OF INJURY. YOUR SNOW THROWER IS EQUIPPED WITH SUCH CONTROLS. DO NOT
ATTEMPT TO DEFEAT THE FUNCTION OF THE OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL UNDER
ANY CIRCUMSTANCES.
BEFORE USE
• Read the Owner's Manual carefully. Be thor-
oughly familiar with the controls and the proper
use of the snow thrower. Know how to stop the
snow thrower and disengage the controls
quickly.
• Do not operate the snow thrower without
wearing adequate winter outer garments.
Wear footwear that will improve footing on
slippery surfaces.
• Keep the area of operation clear of all persons,
particularly small children, and pets.
• Thoroughly inspect the area where the snow
thrower is to be used and remove all doormats,
sleds, boards, wires, and other foreign objects.
• Use extension cords and receptacles as
specified by the manufacturer for all snow
throwers with electric drive motors or with
factory-installed or optional starting motors.
• Use only attachments and accessories ap-
proved by the manufacturer of the snow th rower
(such as electric starter kits, etc.).
• Never operate the snow thrower without good
visibility or light. Always be sure of your footing,
and keep a firm hold on the handles. Walk;
never run.
• This snow thrower is for use on sidewalks,
driveways, and other ground level surfaces.
CAUTION should be exercised while using on
steep stoping surfaces. DO NOT USE SNOW
THROWER ON SURFACES ABOVE
GROUND LEVEL such as roofs of residences,
garages, porches or other such structures or
buildings.
• Check all bolts at frequent intervals for proper
tightness to be sure the snow thrower is in safe
working condition.
• Disengage clutch before starting the engine.
• Let engine and snow thrower adjust to outdoor
temperatures before starting to clear snow.
FUEL SAFETY
• Handle fuel with care; it is highly flammable.
• Use an approved fuel container.
• Check fuel supply before each use, allowing
space for expansion as the heat of the engine
and/or sun can cause fuel to expand.
• Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care. Never
fill fuel tank indoors.
• Replace fuel tank cap securely and wipe up
spilled fuel.
• Never remove fuel tank cap or add fuel to a
running engine or hot engine.
• Never store fuel or snow thrower with fuel in the
tank inside a building where fumes may reach
an open flame or spark.
OPERATING SAFETY
• Never allow children or young teenagers to
operate the snow thrower and keep them away
while it is operating. Never allow adults to
operate the snow thrower without proper in-
struction. Do not carry passengers.
• Always wear safety glasses or eye shields
during operation or white performing an
adjustment or repair to protect eyes from for-
eign objects that may be thrown from the snow
thrower.
• Exercise extreme caution when operating on or
crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads. Stay
alert for hidden hazards or traffic.
• Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating
parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening at
all times.
• Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling,
especially when operating in reverse or back-
ing up.
• Do not clear snow across the face of slopes.
Exercise caution when changing direction on
slopes. Do not attempt to clear steep slopes.
• Never operate the snow thrower without
proper guards, plates or other safety protective
devices in place.