Sears 917.372852 manual Safe Operation Practices for Walk-Behind Mowers, Training

&SAFETY RULES

Safe Operation Practices for Walk-Behind Mowers

IMPORTANT; THIS CUTTING MACHINE lS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEETAND THROWING OBJECTS

FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH

SAFETY STANDARDS REQUIRE OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROLS TO MINIMIZE THE RISK OF INJURY. YOUR UNtT IS

EQUIPPED WITH SUCH CONTROLS. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO DEFEAT THE FUNCTION OF THE OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROLS UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES

TRAINING:

•' Read this operator's manual carefully Become familiar with the controls and know how to operate your mower property. Learn how to quickly stop mower

,,Do not allow children to use your mower Never allow adults lo use mower without proper instructlons

•Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, especia!ly small children and pets

•Use mower only as the manulaclurer intended and as de- scribed in this manual.

oDo not operate mower if it has been dropped or damaged in any manner. Always have damage repaired before using your mower

•Do not use accessory attachments that are no? recornmended

by the manufaclurer Use of such attachments may be hazardous..

•The blade turns when the engine is running

PREPARATION:

.	Always	thoroughly	check	the	area	to be mowed and			clear it of
	att stones, sticks,		wires,	bones,		and	other	foreign	obiects
	These	objects wi]]	be thrown		by	the	blade	and can cause
	severe	injury

•Always wear safely glasses or eye shields when starting and while using your mower

-Dress properly Do not operate mower when barefoot or

wearing open sandals. Wear only solid shoes with good traction when mowing,

•Check fuel tank before starting engine. Do not filf gas lank

indoors, when the engine is running or when the engine is hot Allow the engine 1o coot for several minutes before filling the

gas tank Clean off any spilled gasoline before starting the engine

•Always make wheel height adjustments before starling your mower Never attempt to do this while the engine is running

-Mow only in daylight or good adificial tight

OPERATION:

•Keep your eyes and mind on your mower and the area being cut Do not let other interests distract you.

•Do not rnow wet or slippery grass Never run while operating your mower. Atways be sure of your footing - keep a firm hold on the handles and walk

•Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating pads Keep clear of the discharge opening at al! times

•Always stop the engine whenever you leave or are not using your mower, or before crossing driveways, walks, roads, and

any gravel-covered areas

•Never direct discharge of material toward bystanders nor allow anyone near the mower while you are operating it

•Before cleaning, inspecting, or repa)dng your mower, stop the engine and make absolutely sure the blade and all moving parts have stopped Then disconnect the spark plug wire and keep it away from the spark plug to prevent accidenta! starting

•De not continue to run your mower if you hit a foreign obiect Follow the procedure outlined above, lhen repair any dam- age before restarting and operating you mower

•Do not change the gnvemor settings or overspeed the engine Engine damage or personal injury may result.

•Do not operate your mower if it vibrates abnormally Exces- sive vibration is an indication of damage; stop the engine,

safely check for the cause of vibration and repair as required

,Do not run the engine indoors Exhaust fumes are danger- ous

•Never cut grass by pulling the mower towards you Mow across the face of slopes, never up and down or you might

lose your footing. Do not mow excessively steep slopes. Use caution when operating the mower on uneven terrain or when

changing directions - maintain good footing

•Never operate your mower without proper guards, plates, grass catcher or olher safety devices in place

MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE:

•Check the blade and the engine mounting bolts often to be sure they are tightened properly

•Check all bolts, nuts and screws at frequent intervals for proper tightness to be sure mower is in safe working condi- tion.

•Keep all safety devices in place and working.

•To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine free of grass, leaves or excessive grease and oil

°Check grass catcher often for deterioration and wear and

replace worn bags Use only replacement bags that are

recommended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your mower

•Always keep a sharp blade on your mower

•Allow engine to coot before storing in any enclosure

•Never slore mower with fuel in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or an ignition source

such as a hot water heater, space heater, clothes dryer, etc

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SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

CAUTION: Always disconnect spark

plug wire and place wire where it can- not contact spark plug in order to pre_ vent accidental starting when setting up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs.

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WARNING

The engine exhaust from this product con- tains chemicals known to the State of Califor-

nia to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.