General Service - Craftsman 917.28001 Operator's Manual

• Never fill containers inside a vehicle or
on a truck or trailer bed with plastic liner.
Always place containers on the ground
away from your vehicle when filling.
• Removegas-poweredequipmentfromthe
truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground.
If this is not possible, then refuel such
equipmentwitha portablecontainer,rather
than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle.
• Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim
of the fuel tank or container opening at
all times until fueling is complete. Do not
use a nozzle lock-open device.
• Iffuel isspilledonclothing,changeclothing
immediately.
• Never overfill fuel tank. Replacegas cap
and tighten securely.
GENERALSERVICE
* Never operate machine in a closed area.
* Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the
equipment is in safe working condition.
* Never tamper with safety devices. Check
their proper operation regularly.
* Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or
other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel spill-
age and remove any fuel-soaked debris.
Allow machine to cool before storing.
* If you strike a foreign object, stop and
inspect the machine. Repair, if necessary,
before restarting.
* Never make any adjustments or repairs
with the engine running.
* Check grass catcher components and the
discharge chute frequently and replace
with manufacturer's recommended parts,
when necessary.
* Mower blade is sharp. Wrap the blade or
wear gloves, and use extra caution when
servicing them.
* Check brake operation frequently. Adjust
and service as required.
* Maintain or replace safety and instruction
labels, as necessary.
* Be sure the area is clear of bystanders
before operating. Stop machine if anyone
enters the area.
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Never carry passengers.
Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely
necessary. Always look down and behind
before and while backing.
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