Safety Rules; Training; Preparation; Safe Operation - Craftsman 536.886621 Owner's Manual

SAFETY RULES
CAUTION: ALWAYS DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE AND
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,L PLACE WIRE WHERE IT CANNOTt CONTACT SPARK PLUG AL
TO PREVENT AOO,DENTAL START.NG W.EN SETT,.G UP
TRANSPORT,N ADJUST,N OR M AK,N REPA,RS
IMPORTANT
SAFETY STANDARDS REQUIRE OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROLS TO MINIMIZE THE
RISK OF INJURY. YOUR SNOW THROWER IS EQUIPPED WITH SUCH CONTROLS. DO NOT
AI-FEMPT TO DEFEAT THE FUNCTION OF THE OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL UNDER
ANY CIRCUMSTANCES.
TRAINING
1.
Read the operator's manual carefully. Be
thoroughly familiar with the controls and the
proper use of the snow thrower. Know how to
stop the snow thrower and disengage the
controls quickly.
2. Never allow children to operate the snow thrower
and keep them away while It Is operating. Never
allow adults to operate the snow thrower without
proper Instruction. DO not carry passengers.
3. Keep the area of operetlon clear of all persons,
particularly small children, and pets.
4. Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling,
especially when operating In reverse.
PREPARATION
1. Thoroughly Inspect the area where the snow
thrower Is to be used and remove all doormats,
sleds, boards,wires, and other foreignobjects.
2. Disengage all clutches and shift Into neutral
before starting the engine (motor).
3. Do not operetethe snowthrowerwithoutweadng
adequate winter outer garments.Wear footwear
that will Improve footingon slipperysurfacse.
4. Handle fuel wIth care; it Is highlyflammable.
(a) Use an approvedfuel container.
(b) Never remove fuel tank cap or add fuel to a
running engine or hot engine.
(c) Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care,
Never fill fuel tank Indoors.
(d) Replace fuel tank cap securely and wipe up
spilled fuel.
(e) Never store fuel or snow thrower with fuel In
the tank Inside of a building where fumes may
reach an open flame or spark.
(f) Check fuel supply before each use, anowlng
space for expenslonas the heatofthe engine
(motor) and/or sun can cause fuel to expend.
5. Use extsnsloncords snd racaptaclesas specified
by the manufacturer for all snow throwers with
eiactrlc drive motors or electric starting motors.
6. Adjust the snow thrower height to clear gravel or
crushed rock surfaces,
7. Never aftempt to make any edjustmsnts while the
engine (motor) Is running (except when
specifically recommended by the manufacturer).
8. Let engine (motor) and snow thrower adjust to
outdoor temperatures before starting to clear
SNOW.
9. Always weer safety glasees or eye shields du ring
operetlon or while performing an adjustment or
repair to protect eyes from foreign objects that
may be thrown from the snow thrower.
OPERATION
1. Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating
parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all
times.
2. Exercise extreme cautio n when operating on or
crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads. Stay alert
for hidden hazards or traffic.
3. After striking a foreign object, stop the engine
(motor), remove the wire from the spark plug,
disconnect the cord on electric motors,
thoroughly Inspect the snow thrower for any
damage, and repair the damage before restarting
and operating the snow thrower.
4. If the snow thrower should start to vibrate
abnormally, stop the (motor) and check
Immediately for the cause. Vlbretlon Is gsnerelly
a warning of trouble.
5. Stop the snglne (motor) wheheveryou leavethe
operating position, before unclogging the auger/
Impeller housing or dlsnherge guide, and when
making a ny repairs, adjustments, or Inspections.
6. When cleaning, repairing, or Inspecting, make
cartaln the auger/impeller and all moving parts
have stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire
and keep the wire away from the plug to prevent
accidental starting.
7. Take all possible precautions when leaving the
snow thrower unattended. Disengage the auger/
Impeller, shift to neutral, stop engine, and
remove key.
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