Craftsman 917.270822 - Manual (Page 4)

SAFETY RULES
Never tamper with safety devices.
Check their proper operation regularly.
Keep machine free of g^rass, leaves, or
other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel
spillage. Allow machine to cool before
storing.
Stop and inspect the equipment if you
strike an object. Repair, if necessary,
before restarting. • Never make
adjustments or repairs with the engine
running.
Grass catcher components are subject
to wear, damage, and deterioration,
which could expose moving parts or al­
low objects to be thrown. Frequently
check components and replace with
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.
Check brake operation frequently. Ad­
just 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 not mow in reverse unless abso­
lutely 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 small children.
Mow up and down slopes (15° Max),
not across.
Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree
limbs, etc.
Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Un­
even terrain could overturn the ma­
chine.
Tall 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
blades and proceed slowly straight
down the slope.
Do nof turn on slopes unless neces­
sary, and then, turn slowly and gradual­
ly downhill, if possible.
ALook for this symbol to point out impor­
tant safety precautions. It means CAU­
TION!!! BECOME AWARE!!! YOUR
SAFETY IS INVOLVED.
«^CAUTION: In order to prevent acciden­
tal starting when setting up, transporting,
adjusting or making repairs always dis­
connect spark plug wire and place wire
where it cannot contact spark plug.
^WARNING: The engine exhaust from
this product contains chemicals known to
the State of California to cause cancer,
birth defects, or other reproductive harm.