Craftsman 900.370520 - Manual (Page 3)

• 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