Notice Regarding Emissions; Spark Arrestor - Craftsman Z6000 SERIES Operator's Manual

• Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening
at all times until fueling is complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device.
• Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources of ignition.
• Never fuel machine indoors.
• Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine is hot or running. Allow
engine to cool at least two minutes before refueling.
• Never over fill fuel tank. Fill tank to no more than ½ inch below bottom of
filler neck to allow space for fuel expansion.
• Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely.
• If gasoline is spilled, wipe it off the engine and equipment. Move machine to
another area. Wait 5 minutes before starting the engine.
• To reduce fire hazards, keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris
build-up. Clean up oil or fuel spillage and remove any fuel soaked debris.
• Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open
flame, spark or pilot light as on a water heater, space heater, furnace, clothes
dryer or other gas appliances.
• Allow a machine to cool at least five minutes before storing.
General Service
• Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area. Engine exhaust
contains carbon monoxide, an odorless, and deadly gas.
• Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make certain the blade(s) and all
moving parts have stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground
against the engine to prevent unintended starting.
• Periodically check to make sure the blades come to complete stop within
approximately (5) five seconds after operating the blade disengagement
control. If the blades do not stop within the this time frame, have your
machine serviced professionally by Sears or another qualified dealer.
• Regularly check the safety interlock system for proper function, as described
later in this manual. If the safety interlock system does not function properly,
have your machine serviced professionally by Sears or another qualified
dealer.
• Check the blade(s) and engine mounting bolts at frequent intervals for
proper tightness. Also, visually inspect blade(s) for damage (e.g., excessive
wear, bent, cracked). Replace the blade(s) with the original equipment
manufacturer's (O.E.M.) blade(s) only, listed in this manual. Use of parts
which do not meet the original equipment specifications may lead to
improper performance and compromise safety!
• Mower blades are sharp. Wrap the blade or wear gloves, and use extra
caution when servicing them.
• Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in safe
working condition.
• Never tamper with the safety interlock system or other safety devices. Check
their proper operation regularly.
• After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, disconnect the spark plug
wire(s) and ground against the engine. Thoroughly inspect the machine for
any damage. Repair the damage before starting and operating.
• Never attempt to make adjustments or repairs to the machine while the
engine is running.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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DO NOT MODIFY ENGINE
To avoid serious injury or death, do not modify engine in any way. Tampering
with the governor setting can lead to a runaway engine and cause it to
operate at unsafe speeds. Never tamper with factory setting of engine
governor.

NOTICE REGARDING EMISSIONS

Engines which are certified to comply with California and federal EPA
emission regulations for SORE (Small Off Road Equipment) are certified
to operate on regular unleaded gasoline, and may include the following
emission control systems: Engine Modification (EM), Oxidizing Catalyst (OC),
Secondary Air Injection (SAI) and Three Way Catalyst (TWC) if so equipped.

SPARK ARRESTOR

This machine is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should
not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or
grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a
spark arrestor meeting applicable local or state laws (if any).
If a spark arrestor is used, it should be maintained in effective working order
by the operator. In the State of California the above is required by law (Section
4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar
laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands.
A spark arrestor for the muffler is available through your nearest Sears Parts
and Repair Service Center.
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Grass catcher components and the discharge cover are subject to wear
and damage which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be
thrown. For safety protection, frequently check components and replace
immediately with original equipment manufacturer's (O.E.M.) parts only,
listed in this manual. Use of parts which do not meet the original equipment
specifications may lead to improper performance and compromise safety!
Do not change the engine governor settings or over-speed the engine. The
governor controls the maximum safe operating speed of the engine.
Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as necessary.
Observe proper disposal laws and regulations for gas, oil, etc. to protect the
environment.
According to the Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC) and the
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), this product has an Average
Useful Life of seven (7) years, or 270 hours of operation. At the end of
the Average Useful Life have the machine inspected annually by Sears or
another qualified dealer to ensure that all mechanical and safety systems
are working properly and not worn excessively. Failure to do so can result in
accidents, injuries or death.
WARNING