Craftsman 917.271742 Lawn Mower User Manual


 
Use s]ow speed. Choose a low gear so
that you will nothave to stop or shift
while on the slope.
Avoid startingor stoppingon a slope. If
tires lose traction, disengage the
blades and proceed slowly straight
down the slope.
If machine stops while going uphill,
disengage blades, shift into reverse
and back down slowly.
Do not turn on slopes unless neces-
sary, and then, turn slowly and gradu-
ally downhill, if possible.
_liLook for this symbol to point out
importantsafety precautions. It means
CAUTION!!! BECOMEALERT!!! YOUR
SAFETY IS INVOLVED.
_L CAUTION: In orderto prevent
accidental starting when setting up,
transporting, adjusting or making repairs,
always disconnect spark plug wire and
place wire where itcannot contact spark
plug.
_1_ CAUTION: Do not coast down a hill
in neutral, you may lose control of the
tractor.
CAUTION: Tow onlythe attachments
that are recommended by and comply
with specificationsof the manufacturer of
your tractor. Use common sense when
towing. Operate only atthe lowest
possible speed when on a slope. Too
heavy of a load, while on a slope, is
dangerous. Tires can lose tractionwith
the ground and cause you to lose control
ofyour tractor.
_IWARNING: Engine exhaust some of
its consttuents, and certain vehicle
components contain or emit chemicals
known to the State of California to cause
cancer and birthdefects or other repro-
ductive harm.
_WARNING: Battery posts, terminals
and related accessones contain lead and
lead compounds, chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer and
birthdefects or other reproductive harm.
Wash hands after handling.
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