Craftsman 247.77013.0 - Manual (Page 3)

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Training
Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine 1.
and in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and
operate. Keep this manual in a safe place for future and regular
reference and for ordering replacement parts.
Be familiar with all controls and their proper operation. Know
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how to stop the machine and disengage them quickly.
Never allow children under 16 years of age to operate this
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machine. Children 16 and over should read and understand the
instructions and safe operation practices in this manual and on
the machine and be trained and supervised by an adult.
Never allow adults to operate this machine without proper
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instruction.
Keep bystanders, pets, and children at least 75 feet from the
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machine while it is in operation. Stop machine if anyone enters
the area.
Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area.
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Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and
deadly gas.
Do not put hands and feet near rotating parts or in the feeding
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chambers and discharge opening. Contact with the rotating
impeller can amputate fingers, hands, and feet.
Never attempt to unclog either the feed intake or discharge
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opening, remove or empty bag, or inspect and repair the
machine while the engine is running. Shut the engine off and
wait until all moving parts have come to a complete stop.
Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it against the
engine.
Preparation
Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be 1.
used. Remove all rocks, bottles, cans, or other foreign objects
which could be picked up or thrown and cause personal injury
or damage to the machine.
Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during operation
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and while performing an adjustment or repair, to protect your
eyes. Thrown objects which ricochet can cause serious injury
to the eyes.
Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and close-fitting slacks
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and shirts. Loose fitting clothes or jewelry can be caught in
movable parts. Never operate this machine in bare feet or
sandals. Wear leather work gloves when feeding material in
the chipper chute.
Before starting, check all bolts and screws for proper tightness
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to be sure the machine is in safe working condition. Also,
visually inspect machine for any damage at frequent intervals.
Maintain or replace safety and instructions labels, as necessary.
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WARNING
This symbol points out important safety instructions which,
if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and/
or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all
instructions in this manual before attempting to operate
this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may
result in personal injury. When you see this symbol, HEED
ITS WARNING!
DANGER
This machine was built to be operated according to the
safe operation practices in this manual. As with any type of
power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the
operator can result in serious injury. This machine is capable
of amputating fingers, hands, toes and feet and throwing
debris. Failure to observe the following safety instructions
could result in serious injury or death.
WARNING
California ProPosition 65
Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle
components contain or emit chemicals known to State
of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
WARNING
Your responsibility—Restrict the use of this power
machine to persons who read, understand and follow
the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the
machine.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!