Craftsman 917.27206 Lawn Mower User Manual


 
Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so
that you will not have to stop or shift
while on the slope.
Avoid starting or 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 turn on elopes unless neces-
sary, and then, tum slowly and gradu-
ally downhill, if possible.
_bLook for this symbol to point out
impodant safety precautions. It means
CAUTION!H BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR
SAFETY IS INVOLVED.
_. CAUTION: In order to prevent
accidental starting when setting up,
transporting, adjusting or making repairs,
always disconnect spark plug wire and
place wire where itcannot contact spark
plug.
_, CAUTION: Do notcoast down a hill
in neutral, you may lose control of the
tractor.
CAUTION: Towonly the attachments
that are recommended by and comply
with specifications of the manufacturer of
your tractor. Use common sense when
towing. Operate only at the lowest
possible speed when on a slope. Too
heavy of a load, while on a slope, is
dangerous. Tires can lose traction with
the ground and cause you to lose control
of your tractor.
_IIWARNING: Engine exhaust, some of
its constituents, and certain vehicle
components contain or efnit chemicals
known to the State of Califomia to cause
cancer and birth defects or other repro-
ductive harm.
,_WARNING: Battery posts, terminals
and related accessories contain lead and
lead compounds, chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer and
birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Wash hands after handling.
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