Safety Rules; Before Use; Fuel Safety - Craftsman SEARS 536.88502 Owner's Manual

SAFETY RULES
CAUTION: ALWAYS DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE AND A
PLACE WIRE WHERE IT CANNOT CONTACT SPARK PLUG TO
PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING WHEN SETTING-UP,
TRANSPORTING, ADJUSTING OR MAKING REPAIRS°
IMPORTANT
SAFETY STANDARDS REQUIRE OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROLS TO MINIMIZE THE
RISK IDF INJURY. YOUR SNOW THROWER IS EQUIPPED WITH SUCH CONTROLS. DO _OT
ATTEMPT TO DEFEAT THE FUNCTION OF THE OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL UNDER
ANY CIRCUMSTANCES.
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BEFORE USE
• Read the Owner's Manual carefully. Be thor-
oughly famifiar with the controls and the proper
use of the snow thrower. Know how to stop the
s_ow thrower and disengage the controls
qHickly.
® Do not operate the snow thrower without wear-
ing adequate winter outer garments. Wear
footwear that will improve footing on slippery
surfaces.
o Keep the area of operation clear of al! persons,
p_rficulady small children, and pets.
® Thoroughly inspect the area where the snow
thrower is to be used and remove all doormats,
sleds, boards, wires, and other foreign objects.
= Use extension cords and receptacles as speci -.
fie d by the manufacturer for all snow throwers
w_th electric drive motors or electric starting
m0torsr
• Use only attachments and accessories ap-
proved by the manufacturer of the snow thrower
(such as tire chains, electric start kits, etc.)
® 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.
® Tl'iis 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
(3ROUN D LEVEL, such as roofs of residences,
garages porches or other such structures or
b_.ildings,
o Cl_eck shear bolts and other bolts at frequent
intervals for proper tightness to be sure the
snow thrower is in safe working condition.
® Disengage all clutches and shift into neutral
be_fore starting the engine.
® Adjust the snow thrower height to clear gravel
ori'.crushed rock surface.
•
Let
engine and snow thrower adjust to outdoor
temperatures before starting to ctear snow.,
FUEL SAFETY
® Handle fuel with care; it is highly flammable.
o 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 fueltank outdoors with extreme care. Never
fill fuel tank indoors°
• Replace fuel tank cap securely and wipe up
spilled fuel.
o Never remove fuel tank cap or add fuel to a
running engine or hot engine.
• Never store fuel or snowthrower 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°
® 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 snowthrowerwithout proper
guards, plates or other safety protective de-
vices in place.