Craftsman EZ3 917.273030 Owner's Manual page 4

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Never make adjustments or repairs with
the engine running.
Grass catcher components are subject
to wear, damage, and deterioration,
which could expose moving_paffs or
allow objects_to be thrown. Frequently
check compa_ents and replace with
manufacturer's re'commended parts,
w_hen necessary.
• Mower blades are sharp and can cut.
Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and
use extra caution when servicing them.
= Checkbrake operation frequently.
Adjust and service as required.
° Be sure the area is clear of other people
before mowing. Stop machine if anyone
enters the area.
° Never carry passengers.
• Do not mow in reverse unless absolute-
ly necessary. Always look down and
behind before and while backing.
° Never carry children. They may fall off
and be seriously injured or interfere with
safe machine operation.
° Keep children out of the mowing area
and under the watchful care of another
responsible adult}
° Be alert and tum_achine off if children
enter the area.
• Before and whenbacking, look behind
and down for sm&ll childrep.
o Mow up and down slopes (15 ° Max), not
across.
° Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree
limbs, _tc.
o Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven
terrain;could overturn the machine. Taft
grass Can hide obstacles.
° Use sl0w speed. Choose a low gear so
that you will not have to stop or shift
while on the slope.
° Avoid starting or stopping on a slope'. If
tires lose traction, disengage the blades
and proceed slowly straight down the
slope.
• Do not'tum on slopes unless necessary,
and then, turn slowly and gradually
downhill, if possible.
_kLook for this symbol to point out impor-
tant safety precautions. It means CAU-
TION!!! BECOME AWARE!l! YOUR SAFE-
TY IS INVOLVED.
,_WARNING: Tile engine exhaust from
this product contains chemicals known to
the State of California to cause cancer,
birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
,_CAUTION: in order to prevent acciden-
tal startingwhen setting up, transporting,
adjusting or making repairs always discon-
nect spark plug wire and place wire where
it cannot contact spark plug'.