Craftsman 917.270824 Owner's Manual page 4

Keepmachinefree-of grass, leave_ er .
otherdebds build-up Clean oil or fuel
spillage Allow machineto cool before
storing.
o Stop and inspectthe equipmentif you
strikean object Repair,if necessary,
beforerestarting
oNever make adjustmentsor
repairs
with the engine running
o Check brake operation frequently.
Adjust and service as required.
° Be sure the area is clear of other
people before mowing Stop machine if
anyone enters the area.
° Never carry passengers.
. Do not mow in reverse unless abso-
lutely necessary. Always look down and
behind before and while backing.
Never carry children They may fall off
and be seriously irrjured or interfere
with safe machine operation
Keep children out of the mewing area
and under the watchful care of another
responsible adutL
- Be alert and turn machine off if children
enter the area
o Before and when backing, look behind
and down for small children
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Grass catcher components are subject
to wear, damage, and deterioration,
which could expose moving parts or
allow objects to be thrown Frequently
check components and replace with
manufacturer's recommended parts,
when necessary.
Mower blades are sharp and can cut
Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and
use extra caution when servicing them
Mow up and down slopes (15 ° Max),
not across
Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree
limbs, etc
Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Un-
even terrain could overturn the ma-
chine Tall grass can hide obstacles
Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so
that you will not have to stop or shift
while on the slope
Avoid starting or stopping on a slope If
tires lose traction, disengage the
blades and proceed slowly straight
down the slope
Do notturn on slopes unless neces-
sary, and then, turn slowly and gradual-
ly downhill, if possible.
Look for this symbol to point out impor-
tant safety precautions. It means CAU-
TION!H BECOMEAWARE!!! YOUR
SAFETY IS INVOLVED.
CAUTION: In order to prevent acciden-
tal starting when setting up, transporting,
adjusting or making repairs always dis-
connect spark plug wire and place wire
where it cannot contact spark plug
WARNING: The engine exhaust from
this product contains chemicals known to
the State of California to cause cancer,
birth defects, or other reproductive harm.