Craftsman 316.7948 - Manual (Page 3)

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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
• Use the unit only in daylight or good artificial light.
• Keep outside surfaces free from oil and fuel.
• Avoid accidental starting. Be in the starting position whenever
pulling the starter rope. The operator and unit must be in a
stable position while starting. Refer to Starting/Stopping
Instructions.
• Do not set unit on any surface except a clean, hard area while
engine is running. Debris such as gravel, sand, dust, grass, etc.
could be picked up by the air intake and thrown out by the
discharge opening, damaging unit, property, or causing serious
injury to bystanders or operator.
• Use the right tool. Only use this tool for its intended purpose.
• Do not force unit. It will do the job better and with less likelihood
of injury at a rate for which it was designed.
• Do not overreach or use from unstable surfaces such as ladders,
trees, steep slopes, rooftops, etc. Always keep proper footing
and balance.
• Always hold the unit with a firm grip when operating.
• Keep hands, face, and feet away from all moving parts. Do not
touch or try to stop the impeller when it is rotating. Do not
operate without guards in place.
• Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any
opening blocked; keep free of dirt, debris, and anything that may
reduce the air flow.
• Do not touch the engine or muffler. These parts get extremely
hot from operation, even after the unit is turned off.
• Do not operate the engine faster than the speed needed to do
the job. Do not run the engine at high speed when not in use.
• Always stop the engine when operation is delayed or when
walking from one location to another.
• Stop the engine for maintenance, repair, to install or remove the
blower tubes. The unit must be stopped and the impeller no
longer turning to avoid contact with the rotating blades.
• If you strike or come into contact with a foreign object, stop the
engine immediately and check for damage. Do not operate
before repairing damage. Do not operate the unit with loose or
damaged parts.
• Use only replacement parts or accessories recommended for
this tool that are distributed by Sears or a Craftsman outlet. Use
of any replacement parts or accessories purchased elsewhere
may be hazardous, and will also void your warranty.
• Never use this unit for spreading chemicals, fertilizers or other
substances which may contain toxic materials.
• To reduce fire hazard, replace faulty muffler and spark arrestor.
Keep the engine and muffler free from grass, leaves, excessive
grease or carbon build up.
• Turn the engine off and disconnect the spark plug for
maintenance or repair.
• Never point the blower or blowing debris in the direction of
people, animals, or in the direction of windows. Always direct the
blowing debris away from people, animals, and windows. Use
extra caution when blowing debris near solid objects such as
trees, automobiles, walls, etc.
OTHER SAFETY WARNINGS
• Always disconnect the spark plug before performing
maintenance or accessing movable parts. See Replacing the
Spark Plug.
• Never store the unit, with fuel in the tank, inside a building where
fumes may reach an open flame (pilot lights, etc.) or sparks
(switches, electrical motors, etc.).
• Allow the engine to cool before storing or transporting. Be sure
to secure the unit while transporting.
• Store the unit in a dry place, secured, or at a height to prevent
unauthorized use or damage. Keep out of the reach of children.
• Never douse or squirt the unit with water or any other liquid.
Keep handles dry, clean, and free from debris. Clean after each
use, see Cleaning and Storage instructions.
• Keep these instructions. Refer to them often and use them to
instruct other users. If you loan this unit to others, also loan
these instructions to them.
SPECIAL NOTE: Exposure to vibrations through prolonged use of
gasoline powered hand tools could cause blood vessel or nerve
damage in the fingers, hands, and joints of people prone to
circulation disorders or abnormal swelling. Prolonged use in cold
weather has been linked to blood vessel damage in otherwise
healthy people. If symptoms occur such as numbness, pain, loss
of strength, change in skin color or texture, or loss of feeling in the
fingers, hands or joints, discontinue use of this tool and seek
medical attention. A reduced vibration system does not guarantee
avoidance of these problems. Users who operate power tools on a
regular basis must closely monitor their physical condition and the
condition of this tool.
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