Craftsman 917.272054 Lawn Mower User Manual


 
Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so
that you willnot have to stopor shift
while on the stope.
Avoidstartingor stopping on 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 turnon slopes unless Races-
sery, and then, turn slowly and gradu-
ally downhill,if possible.
_Look for this symbol to pointout
importantsafety precautions. It means
CAUTION!I! BECOMEALERTI!! YOUR
SAFETY IS INVOLVED.
,_ CAUTION: In order to prevent
accidental starting when setting up,
transporting, adjusting or making repairs,
always disconnectspark plug wire and
place wire where itcannot contact spark
plug.
_ CAUTION: Do notcoast down a hill
in neutral, you may lose control ofthe
tractor.
CAUTION: Towonlythe attachments
that are recommended by and comply
with specificationsof the manufacturer of
your tractor.Use common sense when
towing. Operate only at the lowest
possiblespeed 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 losecontrol
ofyour tractor.
_WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of
its constituents,and certain vehicle
COmponentscontain or emit chemicals
known to the State of California to cause
cancer and birth defects or other repro-
ductive harm.
_WARNING: Batteryposts,terminals
and related accessories contain lead and
lead compounds, chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer and
birthdefects or other reproductiveharm.
Wash hands after handling.
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