Craftsman EZ3 917.270812 Owner's Manual page 4

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Never make adjustments or repairs with "
the engine running.
• 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
• 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 absolute-
ly necessary. Always look down and
behind before and while backing.
• Never carry children. They may fall off
and be seriously injured or interfere with
safe machine operation.
• Keep children out of the mowing area
and under the watchful care of another
responsible adult.
• Be alert and turn machine off if children
enter the area.
• Before and when backing, look behind
and down for small children.
Mow up and down slopes (15 ° Max), n
across.
Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree
limbs, etc.
Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Unew
terrain could overturn the machine. Ta_
grass can hide obstacles.
Use slow speed. Choose a low gear s(
that you will not have to stop or shift
while on the slope.
Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. I
tires lose traction, disengage the blad_
and proceed slowly straight down the
slope.
Do not turn on slopes unless necessal
and then, turn slowly and gradually
downhill, if possible.
,_Look for this symbol to point out impor-
tant safety precautions. It means CAU-
-IION!!! BECOME AWARE!t! YOUR SAFE-
TY IS INVOLVED.
_,WARNING: The engine exhaust from
this product contains chemicals known t_
the State o1 California to cause cancer,
birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
,_.CAUTION: In order to prevent acciden-
tal starting when setting up, transporting,
adjusting or making repairs always discon-
nect spark plug wire and place wire where
it cannot contact spark plug.