Training; Preparation; Safe Operation - Craftsman 536.881950 Operator's Manual

_lb WARNING: This snow thrower is
capable of amputating hands
and feet and throwing objects.
Failure to observe the following safety in-
structions could result in serious injury.
TRAINING
1. Read this operating and service instruction
manual carefully. Be thoroughly familiar
with the controls and the proper use of the
snow thrower. Know how to stop the snow
thrower and disengage the controls quick-
ly.
2. Never allow children to operate the snow
thrower. Never allow adults to operate the
snow thrower without proper instruction.
3. Keep the area of operation clear of all per-
sons, particularly small children and pets.
4. Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling
especially when operating in reverse.
PREPARATION
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Thoroughly inspect the area where the
snow thrower is to be used and remove all
doormats, sleds, boards, wires, and other
foreign objects.
Disengage all clutches before starting the
engine (motor).
Do not operate the snow thrower without
wearing adequate winter outer garments.
Wear footwear that will improve footing on
slippery surfaces. Avoid loose fitting cloth-
ing that can get caught in moving parts.
Handle fuel with care; it is highly flam-
mable.
a. Use an approved fuel container.
b. Never remove fuel tank cap or add fuel
to a running engine (motor) or hot en-
gine (motor).
c. Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme
care. Never fill fuel tank indoors.
d. Replace fuel cap securely and wipe up
spilled fuel.
e. Never store fuel or snow thrower with
fuel in the tank inside of a building
where fumes may reach an open flame
or spark.
f. Check fuel supply before each use, al-
lowing space for expansion as the heat
of the engine (motor) and/or sun can
cause fuel to expand.
g. Never fill containers inside a vehicle or
on a truck or trailer bed with a plastic
liner. Always place containers on the
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ground, away from vehicle, before fill-
ing.
h. When practical, remove gas-powered
equipment from the truck or trailer and
refuel it on the ground. If this is not pos-
sible, then refuel such equipment on a
trailer with a portable container, rather
than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle.
Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim
of the fuel tank container opening at all
times, until refueling is complete. Do
not use a nozzle lock-open device.
If fuel is spilled on clothing, change
clothing immediately.
For all snow throwers with electric starting
motors use electric starting extension
cords certified CSA/UL Use only with a re-
ceptacle that has been installed in accord-
ance with local inspection authorities.
Let engine (motor) and snow thrower ad-
just to outdoor temperatures before starting
to clear snow.
Always wear safety glasses or eye shields
during operation or while performing an ad-
justment or repair to protect eyes from
foreign objects that may be thrown from the
snow thrower.
OPERATION
1. Do not operate this snow thrower if you are
taking drugs or other medication which can
cause drowsiness or affect your ability to
operate this snow thrower.
2. Do not use the snow thrower if you are
mentally or physically unable to operate the
snow thrower safely.
3. Do not put hands or feet near or under ro-
tating parts. Keep clear of the discharge
opening at all times.
4. Exercise extreme caution when operating
on or crossing gravel drives, walks or
roads. Stay alert for hidden hazards or
traffic.
5. After striking a foreign object, stop the en-
gine (motor), remove the wire from the
spark plug, thoroughly inspect snow
thrower for any damage, and repair the
damage before restarting and operating
the snow thrower.
6. If the snow thrower should start to vibrate
abnormally, stop the engine (motor) and
check immediately for the cause. Vibration
is generally a warning of trouble.
7. Stop the engine (motor) whenever you
leave the operating position, before un-
clogging the auger/impeller housing or dis-
charge chute and when making any
repairs, adjustments, or inspections.