Maintenance And Storage; Operation - Craftsman 486.24003 Owner's Manual

DANGER: Thiscuttingmachine is capable ofamputating h ands andfeet,andthrowing objects. F ailure to
observe thefollowing safety instructions couldresult i n serious injuryor death.
iMPORTANT
Look for this symbol to point out important
safety precautions. It means -- Attention!
Become Alert! Your safety is involved.
TRAINING
• Read opening and service instructions carefully. Be
thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper
use of the equipment.
• Never allow children to operate the machine. Do not
allow adults to operate the machine without proper
instruction.
• Keep the area of operation clear of all bystanders,
particularly small children and pets.
PREPARATION
• Check fuel and lubrication before starting the engine.
• Do not fill the gasoline tank while the engine is
running or still hot.
• Do not fill the gasoline tank indoors.
• Wipe off any spilled gasoline before starting the
engine.
• Inspect the area to be tilled. Remove glass, wire,
metal objects, large sticks, and stones. Avoid
underground pipes and wiring.
• Have a complete working knowledge of your tractor
and know how to handle your tractor with a tiller or
other attachment attached.
OPERATION
• Give complete and undivided attention to the job at
hand. Operate the tiller in daylight or good artificial
light.
• Always proceed slowly and carefully while operating
tiller.
• Personal injury may result from contact with the
augers or debris thrown by this machine. Always stay
a safe distance away from the augers.
• Shut off engine before leaving tiller unattended.
• Check for loose fasteners or parts before each use.
• Never store tiller inside a building while gasoline is
in the tank. Allow engine to cool before storing in an
enclosure.
• Stop engine and disconnect spark plug lead wire
before cleaning augers, removing obstacles, or
making adjustments, except for those which must
be done with the engine running.
• Never place hands or feet under or into rotating
parts or concealed areas. Keep hands and feet
clearly away from auger elements, belts, pulleys,
etc. while engine is running.
• Wear substantial shoes and eye protection while
using tiller.
• Never attempt to make a maintenance adjustment
while engine is running, except on the carburetor.
• Never run the engine indoors.
• Never operate machine without proper guards,
plates, or other safety protective devices in place.
• Disengage the tine clutch lever and stop the tiller
and tractor engines before getting off the tractor.
• Disengage the tine clutch lever and stop the tiller
engine before transporting tiller.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
• Follow maintenance instructions as outlined in this
manual and the engine owner's manual.
• Disconnect spark plug wire before making a
maintenance adjustment or repair.
• Store gasoline in UL-approved non-spill containers.
• Only use manufacturer replacement parts.
WARNING: This unit is equipped with an
internal combustion engine and should not
be used on or near any unimproved forest-
covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's
exhaust system is equipped with a spark attester
meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). If a
spark attester is used, it should be maintained in
effective working order by the operator.
In the state of California, the above law is required by
law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources
Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal
laws apply on Federal lands. A spark attester for the
muffler is available through your nearest Sears
Authorized Service Center.