Safety Rules; Before Use; Fuel Safety; Operating Safety - Craftsman 143.804062 Owner's Manual

SAFETY RULES
CAUTION: ALWAYS DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE AND A
PLACE WIRE WHERE IT CANNOT CONTACT SPARK PLUG TO
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PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING WHEN SETTING-UP,
TRANSPORTING, ADJUSTING OR MAKING REPAIRS.
IMPORTANT
SAFETY STANDARDS REQUIRE OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROLS TO MINIMIZE
THE RISK OF INJURY. YOUR SNOW THROWER IS EQUIPPED WITH SUCH CONTROLS.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO DEFEAT THE FUNCTION OF THE OPERATOR PRESENCE
CONTROL UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES,
BEFORE USE
® Read the owner's manual carefully. Be thor-
oughly familiar with the controls and the proper
use of the snow thrower. Know how to stop the
snow thrower and disengage the controls
quickly.
® Do not operate the snow thrower without wear-
ing adequate winter outer garments. Wear
footwear that will improve footing on slippery
surfaces°
® Keep the area of operation clear of all persons,
particularly small children, and pets.
e Thoroughly inspect the area where the snow
thrower is to be used and remove all doormats,
sleds, boards, wires, and other foreign objects.
e Use extension cords and receptacles as speci-
fied by the manufacturer for all snow throwers
with electric drive motors or electric starting
motors°
® Use only attachments and accessories ap-
proved by the manufacturer of the snow thrower
(such as tire chains, electric start kits, etco)
e Never operate the snow thrower without good
visibility or light, Always be sure of your footing,
and keep a firm hold on the handles, Walk;
never run.
e This snow thrower is for use on sidewalks,
driveways, and other ground level surfaces.
CAUTION should be exercised while using on
steep sloping surfaces. DO NOT USE SNOW
THROWER ON SURFACES ABOVE
GROUND LEVEL such as reofs of residences,
garages, porches or other such structures or
buildings.
= Check shear bolts and other bolts at frequent
intervals for proper tightness to be sure the
snow thrower is in safe working condition.
e Disengage all clutches and shift into neutral
before starting the engine
® Adjust the snow.thrower height to clear gravel
or crushed rock surface.
® Let engine and snow thrower adjust to outdoor
temperatures before starting to Clear snow.
FUEL .SAFETY
e Handle fuel with care; it is highly flammable.
e Use an approved fuel container.
® Check fuel supply before each use, allowing
space for expansion as the heat of the engine
and/or sun can cause fuel to expand,
® Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care. Never
fill fuel tank indoors.
® Replace fuel tank cap securely and wipe up
spilled fuel,
e Never remove fuel tank cap or add fuel to a
running engine or hot engine_
® Never store fuel or snow thrower with fuel in the
tank inside of a building where fumes may
reach an open flame or spark.
OPERATING SAFETY
® Never allow children or young teenagers to
operate the snow thrower and keep them away
while it is operating. Never allow adults to
operate the snow thrower without proper in-
struction. Do not carry passengers.
® Always wear safety glasses or eye shields
during operation orwhile performing an adjust-
ment or repair to protect eyes from foreign
objects that may be thrown from the snow
thrower.
® Exercise extreme caution when operating on
or crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads, Stay
alert for hidden hazards or traffic°
o Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating
parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening at
all times.
e Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling, es-
pecially when operating in reverse.
® Do not clear snow across the face of slopes.
Exercise caution when changing direction on
slopes. Do not attempt to clear steep slopes,
® Never operate the snowthrower without proper
guards, plates or other safety protective de-
vices in place.