Rules For Safe Operation; Brake; Carburetor - Sears Craftsman 917.254661 Owner's Manual

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IMPORTANT EQUIPMENT PRECAUTIONS,,
RULES FOR
1_ Know the controls and how to stop quickly. READ THIS
OPERATOR'S MANUAL and instructions furnished with
attachments,
2_ Do not allow children to operate the machine. Do not allow/
adults to operate it without proper instruction, ./"
3._ Do not carry passengers_ Do not mow when childreqiand
others are around. ,/
4. Always wear substantial footwear. Do not wear Ioos_ fitting
clothing that could get caught in moving parts.
5. Keep your eyes and mind on your tractor, mower/and the
area being cut.. Do not let other interests distract YibUo .
6. Do not attempt to operate your tractor or mower wi_en not in
the drivers seat.,
7o Always get on or off your tractor from the operator's_,left hand
side, '\ "
8. Clear the work area of objects (wire, rocks, etc_) which might
be picked up and thrown..
9. Disengage allattachment clutches before attempting t_start
the engine.
I 0.. Disengage powerto attachments and stop the engine befo'_
leaving the operator's position.. "
1t Disengage power to mower, stopthe engine, and disconnect
spark plug wire(s) from spark plug(s) before cleaning, making
an adjustment, or repair, Be careful to avoid touching hot!
muffler or' engine components.. /
12. Disengage power to attachments when transporting or no/t4n
use, t
t3.. Take all possible precautions when leaving the v_(hicle
unattended, Disengage the power-take-off, lower the,zittaci!-
ments, return drive control lever to neutral,(shift into4eutral),
set the parking brake, stop the engine, and remov/_ the key..
t4,. Do not stop or start suddenly when going uphill_fr downhill.
Mow up and down the face of slopes (not great/ar than 15°);
never across the face. ,/
15_ Reduce speed on slopes and make turns gradually to prevent
tipping or loss of control. Exercise extrgfne caution when
changing direction on slopes, ./
16. While going up or down slopes, choos_ a speed low enough
to negotiate the slope without stop,4alng,.
17. Never mow in wet or slippery gra,s_, when traction is unsure,
or at a speed which could caus_ a Skid,
Stay alert for holes in the terrain'and other hidden hazards°
Keep away from drolmoffs..
not drive too close to creeks, ditches, and public high-
;e special care when mowing around fixed objects in
orevent the blades from striking them. Never delib-
! tractor or mower into or over any foreign objects..
"_ears until tractor comes to a stop..
ands or feet under the mower, in discharge
any moving parts while tractor or mower are
keep clear of discharge chute.
'lling loads or using heavy equipment..
ved drawbar hitch points
_se you can safely control
SAFE OPERATION
c. Do not turn sharply. Use care when backing.
d. Use counterweight or wheelweights when suggested in
owner's manuals.
__4,Watch out for traffic when crossing or near roadways.
_.5_"_Whenusing any attachments, never direct discharge of
_0aterial toward bystanders nor allow anyone near the ve-
hicle while in operation..
26. Hiandle gasoline with care - it is highly flammable.
i se approved gasoline containers.
Never remove the fuel cap of the fuel tank or add
gasoline to a run'ningor hot engine or an engine that has
not been allowed to cool for several minutes after run-
ning., Never fill tank indoors, always clean up spilled
gasoline
c. Open doors if the engine is run in the garage - exhaust
fumes are dangerou& Do not run the engine indoors.
_7,. Keep the vehicle and attachments in good operating condi-
tion, and keep safety devices in place and working_
2& Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure the equip-
ment is in safe working condition.
29.. Never store the equipment with gasoline in the tank inside a
building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark
Mow the engine to cool before storing in any enctosur&
30. To reduce fire hazard keepthe engine free of arass, leaves,
",Nor excessive grease,. Do not clean product wT_ile engine is
\running.
31_ 'Except for adjustments, DO NOT operate Engine if air
cl'e.aner or cover directly over carburetor air intake is re-
mo'_ed, Removal of such part cou[d create a fire hazard..
32_Do fkot operate without a muffler, or tamper with exhaust
syste_ Damaged mufflers or spark attesters could create a
fii'e hair& inspect periodically and replace if necessary.
33. The vel_cle and attachments should be stopped and in-
spected f&,r damage after striking a foreign object, and the
damage sh'_,uld be repaired before restarting and operating
the equipme_.
34. Do not change'the engine governor settings or overspeed the
engine; severe damage or injury may result.
35.. When using the vehicle with mower, proceed as follows:
a,, Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light,
b, Shut the Engine off when unclogging chute°
c,, Check the blade mounting bolts for proper tightness at
frequent intervals1,
36. Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass
catcher, on mowers so equipped, or the deflector shield in
place,.
37,, Disengage power to mower before backing up_ Do not mow
in reverse unless absolutely necessary and then only after
careful observation of the entire area behind the mower.
3& Under normal usage the grass catcher bag material is subject
to deterioration and wear. Itshould be checked frequently for
bag replacement Replacement bags should be checked to
ensure compliance with the original manufacturer's recom-
mendations or specifications_
the above is requited by law (Section 4442 of the Cafifomia Public Resources Code),
miliar laws, Federal laws apply on federal lands.. Refer to the Repair Parts Section,,
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