Craftsman 536.88113 Operatorpresencecontrolunder any cir- cumstances, Training

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TRAINING

1.Read the operating and service instruction manual carefully. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment. Know how to stop the unit and disengage the controls quickly.

2.Never allow children to operate the equip- merit. Never allow adults to operate the equipment without proper instruction.

3.Keep the area of operation clear of all per- sons, padiculady small children and pets.

4.Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling especially when operating in reverse.

PREPARATION

1.Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all doormats, sleds, boards, wires, and other foreign objects.

2.Disengage all clutches before starting the engine (motor).

3.Do not operate the equipment without wearing adequate winter outer garments. Wear footwear that will improve footing an alippery surfaces.

4.Handle fuel with care; it is highly flam- mable.

a, Use an approved fuel container.

b.Never remove fuel tank cap or add fuel to a running engine (motor) or hot en- gine (motor).

c.Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care. Never fill fuel tank indoors.

d.Replace fuel cap securely and wipe up spilled fuel.

Never store fuel or snow thrower with

fuel in the tank inside of a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark,

Check fuel supply before each use, al- lowing space for expansion as the heat of the engine (motor) and/or sun can cause fuel to expand.

5.For all units with electric starting motors use electric starting extension cords certi- fied CSfVUL. Use only with a receptecle that has been installed in accordance with

local inspection authorities.

6.Adjust the snow thrower height to clear gravel or crushed rock surface,

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7.Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine (motor) is running (except when specifically recommended by manu- facturer).

8.Let engine (motor) and snow thrower ad-

just to outdoortemperatures before starting to clear snow.

9.Always wear safety glasses or eye shields during operation or while performing an ad - justment or repair to protect eyes from

foreign objects that may be thrown from the snow thrower.

OPERATION

1.Do not operate this machine if you are tak- ing drugs or other medication which can cause drowsiness or affect your ability to operate this machine.

2.Do nat use this mechine ifyou are mentally or physically unable to operate this ma- chine sefaly.

3.Do not put hands or feet near or under ro-

tating parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.

4.Exercise extreme caution when operating on or crossing gravel drives, walks or

roads. Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic.

5.After striking a foreign object, stop the en- gine (motor), remove the wire from the spark plug, thoroughly inspect snow thrower for any damage, and repair the

damage before restarting and operating the snow thrower.

6.If the unit should start to vibrate abnormal- ly, stop the engine (motor) end check im- mediately for the cause. Vibration is generally e warning of trouble.

7.Stop the engine (motor) whenever you leave the operating position, before un- clogging the auger/_mpallar housing or dis- charge chute and when making any repairs, adjustments, or inspections.

8.When cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make certain the augar/impeller and all moving parts have stopped and all controls are disengaged. Disconnect the spark plug wire and keep the wire away from the spark plug to prevent accidental starting.

9.Take all possible precautions when leaving the snow thrower unattended. Disengage the auger/ impener, stop engine (motor), and remove key.

10.Do not run the engine (motor) indoors, ex- cept when starting the engine (motor) and for transporting the snow thrower in or out of the building. Open the outside doors; ex- haust fumes are dangerous (containing CARBON MONOXIDE, an ODORLESS and DEADLY GAS).

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536.88113 specifications

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