Your Responsibility; For Future Reference - Craftsman 247.388240 Owner's Manual

Replace gasoline cap securely and wipe off any •
spilled gasoline before starting the engine as it
may cause a fire or explosion.
Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other
sources of ignition•
Never refuel machine indoors because flammable •
vapors will accumulate in the area.
Never store the machine or fuel container inside •
where there is an open flame or spark such as a
gas water heater, space heater, or furnace.
Never run an engine inside a closed area.
To reduce fire hazard, keep mower free of grass,
leaves, or other debris build-up. Clean up oil or
fuel spillage• Allow mower to cool at least 5
minutes before storing.
Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make
certain the blade and all moving parts have •
stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire, and
keep the wire away from the spark plug to prevent
accidental starting.
Check the blade and engine mounting bolts at
frequent intervals for proper tightness. Also,
visually inspect blade for damage (e.g., bent,
cracked or worn). Replace with blade which
meets original equipment specifications listed in
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Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure
the equipment is in safe working condition.
Never tamper with safety devices. Check their
proper operation ragulady.
After striking a foreign object, stop the engine,
remove the wire from the spark plug, and
thoroughly inspect the mower for any damage.
Repair the damage before starting and operating
the mower.
Never attempt to make a wheel or cutting height
adjustment while the engine is running.
Grass catcher components are subject to wear,
damage and deterioration, which could expose
moving parts or allow objects to be thrown. For
safety protection, frequently check components
and replace with manufacturer's recommended
pads, when necessary.
Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the
blade(s) or wear gloves, and use extra caution
when servicing them.
Do not change the engine governor setting or
overspeed the engine. Excessive engine speeds
are dangerous.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITY
&
Restrictthe use ofthis powermachineto
personswho read, understand and follow the
warningsand instructions in thismanual and
on the machine.
Followingare representations of the safety labels on your lawn mower. Maintain safety while operating the mower.
Please have the part number ready when re-ordering safety labels.
DANGER
READOPERATOR'SMANUAL KEEPSAFETYDEVICES(BLADECONTROL,
DISCHARGECOVER IN PLACEANDWORKING.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
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