Sears 917386121 - Manual (Page 2)

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Safe Operation Practices for Walk-Behind Mowers ilm
IMPOfilANTs THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS,
FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWINQ SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
SAFETY STANDARDS REQUIRE OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROLS TO MINIMIZE THE RISK OF INJURY. YOUR UNIT IS
EQUIPPED WITH SUCH CONTROLS. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO DEFEAT THE FUNCTION OF THE OPERATOR PRESENCE
CONTROLS UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES
TRAINING:
• Read ibis oparaioFs martual carefully BeeomeiamlSIarwHh
Ihe conlrols and krrow how !o operate your mower properly.
Learn tww lo pufckly stop mower
• Do not allow ohlldren to UËâ your mower. Never allow adults
to use mower wllhou! proper tnslrucllons
• Keep the area oi opsralian clear of all persons, aspeeially
amall children and pels
• Usa mower orriy as the nranulaciurer intended and as de­
scribed in this marrual
• Do not opérais mower if It has bean dropped or damaged in
any manner. Always have damage repelred before using
your mower
• Do not use accessory attachments that are not racommeraJed
by the manutaolurer Use of such attachments may be
hazardous.
• The biade iurns when the engine is runnlrtg
PREPARATION:
• Always thoroughly check the area to be mowed and clear It of
alt storres, elicks, wires, bones, and other foreign objects.
These оЬ|вмз 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 whan barelool or
Wearing open sandals- Wear only solid shoes with good
tracllon when mowing
• Check fuel tank before starting engine. Do not fill gas tank
Indoors, when the engine Is running orwhen the engine is hoi.
Allow the engine to cool lor several minutes before liMng the
gas lank. Clean otf any spilled gseolirra before starting the
• Always make wheel height adjusjments before starting your
mower - Never allempl to do this while the engine is rutrrrmg
• Mow only In daylight or good arttficfal light
OPERATION:
• Keep your oyss and mind on your mower and the eraa being
cut, Do nol let other trrte rests dtslract you
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• Do not mow wet or slippery grass. Never run white operating
your mower. Aivrays be su ra of your looting - keep a firm hold
on the handles and Walk
• Do not pul hands or teat near or under rotating parts. Keep
clear of the discharge opening at all times.
» Always stop the engine whaneveryou leave or are not using
your mower, OF bslore crossing driveways, walks, roads, and
any graval-covered areas.
• Never dlreo! discharge of materiat toward byaiandars nor
allow anyone near the mower while you are operating it.
• Bsloracleaning, Inspecting, or repairing your mower, slop the
engine and make ebsoluieiy sure the blade and alt moving
pails have stopped Then discorrnec! Ihs spark plug wire and
keep U away irom the spark plug to prevent accidental
starting
• Do not continue to rurr your mower if you hit a foreign object
Follow th® procedure ouHJned above, than repair arty tfam-
aga before restarting arid operallng you mowar,
• Do no! changa the governor settings or overspeed the
engine.. Engine damage or personai Injury rnay result
• Do not operate your mower it It vibrates abnormally. Exces­
sive vibration is an indicatlori ol damaga; slop the engine,
safety check lor the cause of vibration and repair as required
• Do not run the engine indoors Exhaust lumas are danger­
ous
• Never cut grass by pulling the mower towards you. Mow
acrrrss the face pt slopes, never up and down or you might
iosayourfootlng. Donoimowexcossivelysteepslopes lisa
oaulion whenoperatlng the mower on uneven terrain orwhen
changing directtorjs - maintain good footing
• Never opérai® your mower without proper guards, ptates,
grass catcher or other safety davicas in place
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE:
• Check the biade and ih® engine mounling bolts oitan to be
sure they are tlghtenad propariy.
• Check Bit bolts, nuts and screws el frequent intervals tar
proper tightness to be sure mower Is in safe working condi­
tion
• Keep alt safety davlcas In place and worklrrg,
• To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine tree of grass, leaves
or excessive grease and oil
• Check grass catchar oflen lor dateriofatlon and wear and
replace worn bags. Use only replacamarit bags that are
recommended by end comply with speclflcalions oi the
manutecturer of your mower
• Always keep a sharp blade on your mower
• Allow angine to cool bslora storing in any enclosure .
• Never store mower with fuel in Ihe tank Inside a building
where fumes may reach arr open Itame or an ignitton source
euoh as a hot water heater, space heater, clothes dryer, etc-
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Look for this symboi to point out im­
portant safety precautions. It means
CAUTIONli! BECOMEALSHTin YOUR
SiAiFStTr^ IS
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CAUTION: Always disconnect spark
plug wire and place wire where it can­
not contact spark plug In order to pre­
vent accidental starting when setting
up, transporting, adjusting or making
repairs.
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WARNING
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The engine exhaust from this product con­
tain» chemical» known to the state of Califor­
nia to cause cancer, birth defects, or other
reproductive harm.