Craftsman 536.886621 - Safety Rules; Training; Preparation; Operation

SAFETY RULES
CAUTION: ALWAYS DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE AND
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IMPORTANT
SAFETY STANDARDS REQUIRE OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROLS TO MINIMIZE THE
RISK OF INJURY. YOUR SNOW THROWER IS EQUIPPED WITH SUCH CONTROLS. DO NOT
AI-FEMPT TO DEFEAT THE FUNCTION OF THE OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL UNDER
ANY CIRCUMSTANCES.
TRAINING
1.
Read the operator's manual carefully. Be
thoroughly familiar with the controls and the
proper use of the snow thrower. Know how to
stop the snow thrower and disengage the
controls quickly.
2. Never allow children to operate the snow thrower
and keep them away while It Is operating. Never
allow adults to operate the snow thrower without
proper Instruction. DO not carry passengers.
3. Keep the area of operetlon clear of all persons,
particularly small children, and pets.
4. Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling,
especially when operating In reverse.
PREPARATION
1. Thoroughly Inspect the area where the snow
thrower Is to be usedand removeall doormats,
sleds, boards,wires,and other foreignobjects.
2. Disengage all clutches and shift Into neutral
before startingthe engine (motor).
3. Donotoperetethesnowthrowerwithoutweadng
adequate winterouter garments.Wear footwear
that will Improvefootingon slipperysurfacse.
4. Handlefuel wIth care;it Is highlyflammable.
(a) Usean approvedfuel container.
(b) Never removefuel tank cap or add fuel to a
runningengineor hotengine.
(c) Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care,
Never fill fueltank Indoors.
(d) Replace fuel tank cap securely and wipe up
spilled fuel.
(e) Never store fuel or snow thrower with fuel In
the tank Inside of a building where fumes may
reach an open flame or spark.
(f) Check fuel supplybefore eachuse,anowlng
spaceforexpenslonasthe heatofthe engine
(motor)and/orsuncan cause fuel to expend.
5. Useextsnsloncords snd racaptaclesasspecified
by the manufacturerfor all snow throwerswith
eiactrlc drivemotorsorelectric startingmotors.
6. Adjust the snow thrower height to clear gravel or
crushed rock surfaces,
7. Never aftempt to make any edjustmsnts while the
engine (motor) Is running (except when
specifically recommended by the manufacturer).
8. Let engine (motor) and snow thrower adjust to
outdoor temperatures before starting to clear
SNOW.
9. Always weer safety glasees or eye shields du ring
operetlon or while performing an adjustment or
repair to protect eyes from foreign objects that
may be thrown from the snow thrower.
OPERATION
1. Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating
parts. Keepclear of thedischarge openingat all
times.
2. Exercise extreme cautio n when operating on or
crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads. Stay alert
for hidden hazards or traffic.
3. After striking a foreign object, stop the engine
(motor), remove the wire from the spark plug,
disconnect the cord on electric motors,
thoroughly Inspect the snow thrower for any
damage, and repair the damage before restarting
and operating the snow thrower.
4. If the snow thrower should start to vibrate
abnormally, stop the (motor) and check
Immediately for the cause. Vlbretlon Is gsnerelly
a warning of trouble.
5. Stop the snglne (motor) wheheveryou leavethe
operating position, before unclogging the auger/
Impeller housing or dlsnherge guide, and when
making a ny repairs, adjustments, or Inspections.
6. When cleaning, repairing, or Inspecting, make
cartaln the auger/impeller and all moving parts
have stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire
and keep the wire away from the plug to prevent
accidental starting.
7. Take all possible precautions when leaving the
snow thrower unattended. Disengage the auger/
Impeller, shift to neutral, stop engine, and
remove key.
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