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Operation - Craftsman 917.276410 Operator's Manual

18.5 hp, 42" mower electric start 6 speed transaxle

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DANGER:This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and
throwing objects. Failure to observe the
following
safety instructions could result
in serious injury or death.
,_WARNING:
In order to prevent
ac-
cidental
starting
when setting
up, trans-
porting,
adjusting
or making
repairs,
always
disconnect
spark plug wire and
place wire where
it cannot
contact
spark
plug.
_WARNING:
Do not coast down a hill in
neutral,
you may lose control
of the tractor.
_WARNING:
Tow only the attachments
that are recommended
by and comply
with
specifications
of the manufacturer
of your
tractor.
Use common
sense
when towing.
Operate
only at the lowest
possible
speed
when
on a slope.
Too heavy
of a load,
while
on a slope,
is dangerous.
Tires can
lose traction
with the ground
and cause
you to lose control
of your tractor.
,_WARNING:
Engine
exhaust,
some of
its constituents,
and certain
vehicle
com-
ponents
contain
or emit chemicals
known
to the State of California
to cause cancer
and birth defects
or other
reproductive
harm.
,_WARNING:
Battery
posts, terminals
and related
accessories
contain
lead and
lead compounds,
chemicals
known to the
State of California
to cause cancer
and
birth defects
or other reproductive
harm.
Wash
hands
after
handling.
I. GENERAL
OPERATION
• Read, understand,
and follow all instruc-
tions on the machine
and in the manual
before
starting.
• Do not put hands
or feet near rotating
parts or under the machine.
Keep clear
of the discharge
opening
at all times.
• Only allow responsible
adults,
who are
familiar
with the instructions,
to operate
the machine.
• Clear the area of objects
such as rocks,
toys, wire, etc.,
which could
be picked
up and thrown
by the blades.
• Be sure the area is clear of bystand-
ers before
operating.
Stop machine
if
anyone
enters
the area.
• Never carry passengers.
• Do not mow in reverse
unless
abso-
lutely necessary.
Always
look down and
behind
before
and while backing.
• Never direct discharged
material
toward
anyone.
Avoid discharging
material
against
a wall or obstruction.
Material
may ricochet
back toward
the operator.
Stop the blades
when crossing
gravel
surfaces.
• Do not operate
machine
without
the
entire
grass catcher,
discharge
guard,
or other safety devices
in place and
working.
• Slow down before
turning.
• Never leave a running
machine
unat-
tended.
Always
turn off blades,
set
parking
brake, stop engine,
and remove
keys before
dismounting.
• Disengage
blades
when
not mowing.
Shut off engine
and wait for all parts to
come to a complete
stop before
clean-
ing the machine,
removing
the grass
catcher,
or unclogging
the discharge
guard.
• Operate
machine
only in daylight
or
good artificial
light.
• Do not operate
the machine
while
under
the influence
of alcohol
or drugs.
• Watch
for traffic when
operating
near or
crossing
roadways.
• Use extra care when loading
or unload-
ing the machine
into a trailer
or truck.
• Always
wear eye protection
when
oper-
ating machine.
• Data indicates
that operators,
age 60
years
and above,
are involved
in a large
percentage
of riding mower-related
in-
juries.
These
operators
should
evaluate
their ability to operate
the riding mower
safely enough
to protect
themselves
and others
from serious
injury.
• Follow the manufacturer's
recommen-
dation
for wheel
weights
or counter-
weights.
• Keep machine
free of grass,
leaves
or
other debris
build-up
which can touch
hot exhaust
/ engine
parts and burn.
Do not allow the mower deck to plow
leaves or other debris
which
can cause
build-up
to occur. Clean
any oil or fuel
spillage
before
operating
or storing
the
machine.
Allow
machine
to cool before
storage.
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