Craftsman 917.388551 Owner's Manual download pdf (Page 3)

I. GENERAL OPERATION

• Read, understand, and follow all

instructions on the machine and in the

manual(s) before starting. Be thoroughly

familiar with the controls and the proper

use of the machine before starting.

• Do not put hands or feet near or under

rotating parts. Keep clear of the dis-

charge opening at all times.

• Only allow responsible individuals, who

are familiar with the instructions, to

operate the machine.

• Clear the area of objects such as rocks,

toys, wire, bones, sticks, etc., which

could be picked up and thrown by the

blade.

• Be sure the area is clear of other people

before mowing. Stop machine if anyone

enters the area.

• Do not operate the mower when bare-

foot or wearing open sandals. Always

wear substantial foot wear.

• Do not pull mower backwards unless

absolutely necessary. Always look down

and behind before and while moving

backwards.

• Do not operate the mower without

proper guards, plates, grass catcher or

other safety protective devices in place.

• See manufacturer's instructions for

proper operation and installation of

accessories. Only use accessories ap-

proved by the manufacturer.

° Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel

drives, walks, or roads.

° Stop the engine (motor) whenever you

leave the equipment, before cleaning

the mower or unclogging the chute.

° Shut the engine (motor) off and wait

until the blade comes to complete stop

before removing grass catcher.

° Mow only in daylight or good artificial

light.

° Do not operate the machine while under

the influence of alcohol or drugs.

° Never operate machine in wet grass.

Always be sure of your footing: keep a

firm hold on the handle and walk; never

run.

° Disengage the self-propelled mech-

anism or drive clutch on mowers so

equipped before starting the engine

(motor).

° If the equipment should start to vibrate

abnormally, stop the engine (motor) and

check immediately for the cause. Vibra-

tion is generally a warning of trouble.

° Always wear safety goggles or safety

glasses with side shields when oper-

ating mower.

II. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to slip

and fall accidents which can result in

severe injury. All slopes require extra cau-

tion. If you feel uneasy on a slope, do not

mow it.

DO:

* Mow across the face of slopes: never

up and down. Exercise extreme caution

when changing direction on slopes.

° Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

° Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Tall

grass can hide obstacles.

DO NOT:

* Do not trim near drop-offs, ditches or

embankments. The operator could lose

footing or balance.

* Do not trim excessively steep slopes.

* Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced foot-

ing could cause slipping.

III. CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator

is not alert to the presence of children.

Children are often attracted to the machine

and the mowing activity. Never assume

that children will remain where you last

saw them.

* Keep children out of the trimming area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

* Be alert and turn machine off if children

enter the area.

* Before and while walking backwards,

look behind and down for small children.

* Never allow children to operate the ma-

chine.

* Use extra care when approaching blind

corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects

that may obscure vision.

IV. SERVICE

* Use extra care in handling gasoline and

other fuels, They are flammable and

vapors are explosive,

- Use only an approved container,

- Never remove gas cap or add fuel

with the engine running.

Allow engine to cool before refueling.

Do not smoke,

- Never refuel the machine indoors,

- Never store the machine or fuel

container inside where there is an

open flame, such as a water heater.

. Never run a machine inside a closed area.

. Never make adjustments or repairs with

the engine (motor) running, Disconnect the

spark plug wire, and keep the wire away

from the plug to prevent accidental starting.

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