Craftsman 536885201 snow thrower

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_lk OOK FOR THIS SYMBOL TO POINT OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS.
IT MEANS-- ATTENTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED.
Engine Exhaust, some of its con-
stituents, and certain vehicle com-
ponents contain or emit chemicals
known to the State of California to
cause cancer and birth defects or
other reproductive harm.
Battery posts, terminals and re-
lated 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.
d_lb WARNING: Always disconnect
the spark plug wire and place it
where it cannot make contact
with spark plug to prevent accidental
starting during: Preparation, Mainte-
nance, or Storage of you snow thrower.
IMPORTANT: Safety standards require oper=
ator presence controls to minimize the risk of in-
jury. Your snow thrower isequipped with such
controls. Do not attempt to defeat the function
of the operator presence control under any cir-
cumstances.
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, particularly 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.
F-011060M
2. Disengage all cIu[ches before starting the
engine (motor).
3. Do not operate the equipment without
wearing adequate winter outer garments.
Wear footwear that will improve footing on
slippery 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. RepIace 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.
f. 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 electdc starting motors
use electric starting extension cords certi-
fied CSA!UL. Use only with a receptacle
that has been installed in accordance with
local inspection authodties.
6. Never attempt to make any adjustments
while the engine (motor) is running (except
when specifically recommended by manu-
facturer).
7. Let engine (motor) and snow thrower ad-
justto outdoor temperatures before starting
to clear snow.
8. 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 not use this machine ifyou are mentally
or physically unable to operate this ma-
chine safely.
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