Craftsman CMXGBAM1054545 Instruction Manual page 5

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Observe proper disposal laws and regulations for gas, oil, etc. to protect the
environment.
Prior to storing, run machine a few minutes to dear snow from machine and
prevent freeze up ofauger/impeller.
Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open
flame, spark or pilot light such as a water heater, furnace, doth.es dryer etc.
Always refer to the operator's manual for proper instructions on off-season
stprage ..
Check fuel line, tank, cap, and fittings frequently for cracks or leaks. Replace
if necessary.
• / Do not crank engine with spark plug removed.
According to the Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC) and the .
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), this product has an Average
UsefulUfe of seven (7) years, or 60 hours of operation. Atthe end of
the Average Useful Ufe have the machine inspected annually by an
authorized service 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. .
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 run.away 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 (SAl) and Three Way Catalyst (TWClif so equipped.
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