Craftsman 247.203703 Operator's Manual page 7

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Symbol Description
DANGER — SAFETY DEVICES
Keep safety devices (guards, shields, switches, etc . ) in place and working .
BYSTANDERS
Keep bystanders, helpers, children and pets at least 75 feet from the machine while it is in
operation .
WARNING— SLOPE OPERATION
Do not operate this machine on a slope greater than 15 degrees . Do not mow across slopes . Mow
up and down slopes no greater than 15 degrees . Avoid sudden turns . Use low speed . If machine
stops going uphill, stop blades and back down slowly .
WARNING— HOT SURFACE
Engine parts, especially the muffler, become extremely hot during operation . Allow engine and
muffler to cool before touching .
DANGER — ROTATING BLADES
To reduce the risk of injury, keep hands and feet away . Do not operate unless discharge cover or grass
catcher is in its proper place . If damaged, replace immediately .
WARNING — FIRE HAZARD
Allow machine to cool before fueling or storing .
WARNING — FIRE HAZARD
Do not drive through piles of dry leaves or tall grass . Keep machine free of debris .
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WARNING — FIRE HAZARD
Operation of this equipment may create sparks that can start fires around dry vegetation . A spark
arrestor may be required . The operator should contact local fire agencies for laws or regulations
relating to fire prevention requirements . Do not allow debris to accumulate . The build up of debris
can lead to a fire .
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