Customer Responsibilities; Owner's Information - Craftsman 536.330600 Operator's Manual

OWNER'S INFORMATION
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
It is the owner's responsibility to follow the instructions be-
low.
1. Carefully read and follow the rules for safe operation.
2. Follow all the assembly instructions.
3. Inspect the unit.
4. Make sure that the operator of the unit knows how to correctly
use all standard and accessory equipment.
5. Operate the unit only with guards, shields, and other safety
items in place and working correctly.
6. Correctly adjust the unit.
7. Service the unit only with authorized or approved replacement
parts.
8. Complete all maintenance on the unit.
Environmental Awareness
• Do not fill the engine's fuel tank completely full.
• Drain fuel for off-season storage.
• Use only unleaded gasoline.
• Service the air cleaner regularly.
• Change oil regularly. Use 10W-30 oil in summer.
• Tune-up the engine regularly.
• Keep equipment in efficient operating condition.
• Dispose of used engine oil properly.
SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR WALK-BEHIND MOWERS
WARNING: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the
following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.
This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet
and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety in-
structions could result in serious injury or death.
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1.
General Operation
Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine
and in the manual(s). Be thoroughly familiar with the controls
and the proper use of the mower before starting.
2. Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Keep
clear of the discharge opening at all times.
3. Only allow responsible individuals, who are familiar with the
instructions, to operate the mower.
4. Thoroughly inspect the mower and area where the equipment
is to be used. Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys,
wire, bones, sticks etc., which could be picked up and thrown
by the blade.
5. Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop
mower if anyone enters the area.
6. Do not operate the mower when barefoot or wearing open
sandals. Always wear substantial foot wear.
7. Do not pull mower backwards unless absolutely necessary.
Look down and behind before and while moving backwards.
8. Do not operate the mower without proper guards, plates,
grass catcher or other safety protective devices in place.
9. See manufacturer's instructions for proper operation and
installation of accessories. Only use accessories approved by
the manufacturer.
10. Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel drives, walks, or
roads.
11. Stop the engine (motor) whenever you leave the equipment,
before cleaning the mower or unclogging the chute.
12. Shut the engine (motor) off and wait until the blade comes to
complete stop before removing grass catcher.
13. Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.
14. Do not operate the mower while under the influence of alco-
hol, drugs or other medication which can cause drowsiness or
affect your ability to operate this machine safely.
15. Never operate mower in wet grass. Always be sure of your
footing; keep a firm hold on the handle and walk; never run.
16. Disengage the self-propelled mechanism or drive clutch on
mowers so equipped before starting the engine (motor).
17. If the equipment should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the
engine (motor) and check immediately for the cause. Vibration
is generally a warning of trouble such as a blade that is dam-
aged, a loose blade, or the engine mounting bolts are loose.
18. Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side
shields when operating mower to protect your eyes from for-
eign objects which can be thrown from the unit.
19. Plan your mowing pattern to avoid discharge of material to-
ward roads, sidewalks, bystanders and the like.
20. After striking a foreign object, stop the engine. Remove the
wire from the spark plug. Inspect the blade and mower for
damage. If damaged, repair before starting and operating the
mower.
21. Keep any washout ports and other mower housing service
openings closed when mowing.
II. Slope Operation
Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall accidents which
can result in severe injury. All slopes require extra caution. If you
feel uneasy on a slope, do not mow it.
DO:
Mow across the face of slopes; never up and down. Do not
mow excessively steep slopes (maximum 15 degrees) or
areas where the ground is very rough. See the "Guide" in the
back of this manual to check a slope. Exercise extreme cau-
tion when changing direction on slopes.
Remove objects such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.
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