Craftsman 917.27306 Lawn Mower User Manual


 
Never make adjustments or repairswith
the engine running.
Grass catcher components are subject
to wear, damage, and deterioration,
which could expose moving pads or
allow objects to be thrown. Frequently
check components and replace with
manufacturer's recommended parts,
when necessary.
Mower blades are sharp and can cut.
Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, ahd
use extra caution when servicingthem.
Check brake operation frequently.
Adjust and service as required.
Be sure the area is clear of other people
before mowing. Stop machine if anyone
enters the area.
Never carry passengers.
Do not mow in reverse unless absolute-
ly necessary. Always look down and
behind before and while backing.
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.
Be alert and turn machine off if children
enter the area.
Before and when backing, look behind
and down for small children.
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 overtum the machine. Tall
grass can hide obstacles.
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.
Do nottum on slopes unless necessary,
and then, tum slowly and gradually
downhill, if possible.
A Loel_for this symbol to point dut impor-
tant safety precautions. It means:CAU-
TION!t! BECOME AWARE!i! YOUR SAFE-
TY IS INVOLVED.
_,CAt.n3ON: In order to preyenf acciden-
tal starling when setting up, t_ansporting,
adjustingor making repairs always discon-
nect spark plugwire and place wi_'ewhere
it cannot contact spark plug.
AWARNING: The engine exhaust from
this product contains chemicals known to
the State of Califomia to cause cancer,
birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
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