Craftsman 27758 Instruction Manual page 4

• Reduce the throttle setting during engine run-out and, if
the engine is provided with a shut-off valve, turn the fuel
off at the conclusion of mowing.
IV. Maintenance and
Storage
Keep all nuts, belts and screws tight to be sure the equip-
ment is in safe working condition,
Never store the equipment with petrol in the tank inside
a building where fumes may reach an open flame or
spark.
Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclo-
sure.
To reducethe fire hazard,keepthe engine,silencer,bat-
tery compartment and petrol storage area free of grass,
leaves, or excessivegrease.
Check the grass catcher frequently for wear or dete-
rioration.
• Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
If the fuel tank has to be drained, this should be done
outdoors.
On multi-bladed machines, take care as rotating one blade
can cause other blades to rotate.
When machine is to be parked, stored or left unattended,
lower the cutting means unless a positive mechanical lock
i_ is used.
WARNING: Always diseonnect spark plug wire and
place wire where it cannot contact spark plug in
order to prevent accidental starting when setting
up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs.
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