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Craftsman 917.270311 Owner's Manual page 4

12.5 hp electric start 38" mower 5 speed transaxle lawn tractor

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o Never make adjustments
orrepairs w ith
theengine r unning.
Grass c atcher components
aresubject
towear, damage, anddeterioration,
which c ould expose m oving
p arts or
allow objects to be thrown. Frequently
check components
and replace with
Be sure the area is clear of other people
before mowing. Stop machine if anyone
enters the area.
° Never carry passengers.
o 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 smalt children.
,_Look
for this symbol to point out impor-
tant safety precautions,
tt means CAU-
TIONH! BECOME AWAREI!! YOUR SAFE-
TY IS INVOLVED.
_,CAUTtON:
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.
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.
o Check brake operation frequently.
Adjust and service as required.
@
Mow up and down slopes (15 ° Max), no
across.
, Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree
limbs, etc.
o Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneve_
terrain could overturn the machine. Talt
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 blade_
and proceed slowly straight down the
slope.
Do notturn on slopes unless necessa_
and then, turn slowly and gradually
downhill, ff possible.
A_.WARNING: The engine exhaust from
this product contains chemicals known to
the State of California to cause cancer,
birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

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