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Craftsman 917.270621 - OPERATOR SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Craftsman 917.270621
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before restarting, manufacturer's recommended parts,
Never make adjustments or repairs with when necessary.
_:tbe_.eng_e runningi ::,_:,_;::, .............................._i-_:_:_!Mower>b!ades,-are sha,rp:and,_ canput:._:_
Grass catcher components are subject Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and
to wear; damage, and deterioration, use extra caution when sewicing them,
which could expose moving parts or - Check brake operation frequently°
allow objects to be th[own, Frequently Adjust and service as required.
check components and replace with
o Be sure the area is clear of other people
before mowing. Stop machine if anyone
enters the area..
o Never'carry passengers°
° Do not mow in reverse unless absolute-
ly necessary. Always look down and
behind before and while backing.,
o Never carry children,, They may fall off
and be seriously injured or interfere with
safe machine operation.
. Keep children out of the mowing area
and under the watchful care of another'
responsible adult.
o Be alert and turn machine off if children
enter the area.
o Before and when backing, look behind
and down for small children,,
o Mow up and down slopes (15 ° Max), not
across.
Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree
limbs, etc..
° Watch for' holes, ruts, or bumps.. Uneven
terrain could overturn the machine. Tall
grass can hide obstacles..
o Use slow speed. Choose a low gear' so
that you will not have to stop or shift
while on the slope.
o Avoid starting or stopping on a slope, tf
tires lose traction, disengage the blades
and proceed slowly straight down the
slope_
o Do notturn on slopes unless necessary,
and then, turn slowly and gradually
downhill, if possible°
,_Look for this symbo! to point out impor-
tant safety precautions. It means CAU-
TION!!! BECOME AWARE!!! YOUR SAFE-
TY IS INVOLVED,.
_CAUTION: In order to prevent acciden-
tal starting when setting up, transporting,
adjusting or making repairs always disc6n-
nect spark plug wire and place wire where
it cannot contact spark plug.
_WARNING: The engine exhaust from
this product contains chemicals known to
the State of California to cause cancer,
birth defects, or other reproductive harm°
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