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Preparation, Operation – Craftsman 900.370520 User Manual

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• Usé'mower only as described in this

manual.

• Do not operate mower if it has been

dropped or damaged in any manner.
Always have damage repaired before
using your mower.

• Do not use accessory attachments that

are not recommended in this manual.
Use of such attachments^may be haz­
ardous.

• The blade always turns when the motor

is running.

• Avoid accidental starting. Do not play

with the Operator Presence Control
switch when mower is not in use.

PREPARATION:

• Always thoroughly check the area to be

mowed and clear it of all stones, sticks,
wires, bones, and other foreign objects.
These objects will be thrown by the

blade and can cause severe injury.

• Always wear safety glasses or eye

shields when starting and while using
your mower.

• Dress properly. Do not operate mower

when barefoot or wearing open sandals.
Wear only solid shoes with good traction
when mowing.

• Always make wheel height adjustments

before starting your mower. Do not

attempt to do this while the mower is

running.

• Mow only in daylight or good artificial

light.

• Do not plug mower in until it is ready to

be used.

• Protect your lungs. Wear a face or dust

mask if mowing operation is dusty.

• Remove all adjusting wrenches from

mower before turning it on.

OPERATION:

The operation of any lawn mower

can result in foreign objects
thrown into the eyes, which can

result in severe eye damage. Always wear

safety glasses or eye shields while operat­
ing your lawn mower or performing any
adjustments or repairs. We recommend a
wide vision safety mask over the specta­
cles or standard safety glasses with side
shields, available at Sears.

CAUTION; Frequently check gasscatch-

er bag for deterioration or wear. Replace,
if necessary, with identical Craftsman
bag. Failure to do so may result in Injuiy

from mower discharge of grass and
debris.

• Keep your eyes and mind on your

mower and the area being cut. Do not fet

other interests distract you.

• Do not mow wet or slippery grass. Never

run while operating your mower. Always
be sure of your footing - keep a firm
hold on the handles and walk.

• Do not put hands or feet near or under

rotating parts. Keep clear of the dis­
charge opening at all times.

• Always stop the motor whenever you

leave or are not using your mower, or
before crossing driveways, walks, roads,
and any gravel-covered areas.

• Never direct discharge of material toward

bystanders or allow anyone near the
mower while you are operating it.

• Guard against electric shock. Repair or

replace damaged mower cord or exten­
sion cord immediately.

• Don’t abuse the cord. Never pull lawn-

mower by the cord. Disconnect by gently
pulling the plug, not the cord,

• Before cleaning, inspecting, or repairing

your mower, stop the motor and make
absolutely sure the blade and all moving
parts have stopped. Then unplug the
cord to prevent accidental starting.

• If lawn mower strikes a foreign object,

follow these steps:

i) Stop lawn mower. Release the switch.

ii) Remove safety key.

iii) Inspect for damage.

iv) Repair any damage before restarting

and operating the lawn mower.

• Do not operate your mower if it vibrates

abnormally. Excessive vibration is an
indication of damage; stop the motor and
safely check for the cause of vibration.
Repair as required.

• Do not run the motor indoors.

• Never cut grass by pulling the mower

towards you. Mow across the face of
slopes, never up and down or you might
lose your footing. Do not mow exces­
sively steep slopes. Use caution when