Craftsman 127.28875 Operator's Manual page 9

MAINTENANCE SAFETY
In general
- Maintain machine according to manufacturer's
schedule and instructions for maximum safety
and best mowing results.
- Park machine on level ground.
- Never allow untrained personnel to service ma-
chine.
- Adjust or repair only after the engine has been
stopped and the blades have quit rotating.
- Inspect grass catcher components regularly. If
worn, damaged or deteriorated, they may expose
moving parts or allow objects to be thrown.
- Replace parts if worn, damaged or faulty.
For best results, always replace with parts
recommended by the manufacturer.
- Disconnect battery or remove spark plug wire(s)
before making any repairs. Disconnect the
negative terminal first and the positive last. Re-
connect positive first and negative last.
- Do not dismantle the machine without releasing
or restraining forces which may cause parts to
move suddenly.
- Provide adequate support, e.g. jackstands for
lifted machine or parts if working beneath.
- Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating
parts.
- Clean up spilled oil or fuel thoroughly.
- Replace faulty mufflers.
- To reduce fire hazards, keep the engine, muffler,
battery compartment and fuel storage area free
of grass, leaves, debris buildup or grease.
- Hydraulic fluid can penetrate skin, use paper
to check for leaks. Relieve hydraulic pressure
before disconnecting hoses. Make sure
connections are tight and hoses are in good
condition.
Blades
- Mower blades are sharp and
can cut. Use extra caution
when handling. Remove ob-
structions with care. Wrap the
blade(s) or wear gloves.
- Be aware that rotating one
blade on multi-blade mowers can cause other
blades to rotate.
- Only replace blades. Never straighten or weld
them.
- Keep other persons away from blades.
Fuel
- Gasoline and diesel fuels are
flammable; gasoline vapors
are explosive. Use extra care
when handling.
- Store only in containers spe-
cifically designed for fuel.
- When refueling or checking fuel level:
- Stop the engine and allow to cool;
- Do not smoke;
- Refuel outdoors only;
- Use a funnel;
- Do not overfill;
- If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start the
engine until the spill is cleaned up and vapors
have cleared.
- Do not fill containers in a vehicle or on a truck or
trailer bed with a plastic liner. Fill containers on
the ground away from the vehicle.
- When practical, remove gas powered equip-
ment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the
ground. If equipment must be refueled on the
truck or trailer, refuel from a portable container
rather than a dispenser nozzle.
Keep the dispenser nozzle in contact with the rim
of the fuel tank or container opening until fueling
is complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open
device.
- Replace caps on fuel cans and tanks securely.
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