Craftsman EZ3 917.270611 Owner's Manual page 4

Never make adjustments or repairs with
the engine running.
Grass catcher componentsare subject
to wear, damage, and deterioration,
which couldexpose movingparts or
allow objectsto be thrown. Frequently
check components and replace with
manufacturer'srecommended parts,
when necessary.
Mower blades are sharp and can cut.
Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and
use extra cautionwhen servicingthem.
Check brake operationfrequently.
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 notmow in reverse unless absolute-
ly necessary.Always Iobk down and
behind before and while backing.
° Never carry children. They may fall off
and be seriouslyinjured or interfere with
safe machine operation.
• Keep children out of the mowing area
and under the watchful care of another
responsibleadult.
° Be alert and turn machine off if children
enter the area.
° Before and when backing, look behind
and downfor small children.
_Look for this symbol to point out impor-
tant safety precautions. It means CAU-
TION!t! BECOME AWARE!!! YOUR SAFE-
TY IS INVOLVED.
,_,CAUTION: In order to prevent acciden-
tal startingwhen settingup, transporting,
adjustingor making repairs always discon-
nect spark plug wire and place wire where
it cannot contactspark plug.
o Mow up and down slopes (15 ° Max), not
across.
° Remove obstaclessuch as rocks,tree
limbs, etc.
,, Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven
terrain couldoverturnthe machine. Taft
grass can hide obstac/es.
° Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so
that you will not have to stop or shift
while on the slope.
° Avoid startingor stoppingon a slope. If
tires lose traction,disengage the blades
and proceed slowly straight down the
slope.
o Do not turn on slopes unless necessary,
and then, turn slowlyand gradually
downhill, if possible.
,_WARNING: The engine exhaust from
this product containschemicals known to
the State of Californiato cause cancer,
birth defects, or other reproductiveharm.
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