Training, Preparation, Operation – Craftsman 944.528398 User Manual

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IMPORTANT

Safe Operation Practices for Walfc-Behind Snow Throwers

This snow thrower is capabie of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects,

Faiiure to observe the foiiowing safety instructions couid resuit in serious injury.

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Look for this symbol to point out Im­
portant safety precautions. It means

CAUTION!!! BECOMEALERT!!! YOUR
SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

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WARNING: Always disconnect spark

plug wire and place It where It cannot
contact plug In order to prevent acci­
dental starting when setting up, trans­
porting, adjusting or making repairs.

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WARNING: This snow thrower Is for

use on sidewalks, driveways and other
ground level surfaces. Caution should
be exercised while using on sloping sur­

faces. Do not use snow thrower on
surfaces above ground level such as

roofs of residences, garages, porches
or other such structures or buildings.

Training

Read, understand and foiiow aii instructions on the
machine and in the manuai(s) before operating this
unit. Be thoroughiy famiiiar with the controis and the
proper use of the equipment. Know how to stop the
unit and disengage the controis quickiy.

Never aiiow chiidren to operate the equipment. Never
aiiow aduits to operate the equipment without proper
instruction.

3,

Keep the area of operation ciear of aii persons, par-

ticuiariy smaii chiidren,

4, Exercise caution to avoid siipping or faiiing, especiaiiy

when operating the snow thrower in reverse.

Preparation

1, Thoroughiy inspect the area where the equipment is

to be used and remove aii doormats, sieds, boards,
wires, and other foreign objects,

2,

Disengage aii ciutches and shift into neutrai before

starting the engine (motor),

3, Do not operate the equipment without wearing adequate

winter garments. Avoid ioose fitting ciothing that can
get caught in moving parts. Wear footwear that wiii

improve footing on siippery surfaces,

4, Handle fuei with care; it is highiy fiammabie

(a) Use an approved fuei container,

(b) Never add fuei to a running engine or hot en­

gine,

(c) Fiii fuei tank outdoors with extreme care. Never fiii

fuei tank indoors,

(d) Never fiii containers inside a vehicie or on a truck

or traiier bed with a piastic iiner, Aiways piace
containers on the ground, away from your vehicie,
before fiiiing,

(e) When practicai, remove gas-powered equipment

from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground.

If this is not possibie, then refuei such equipment

on a traiier with a portabie container, rather than

from a gasoiine dispenser nozzie.

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WARNING: Snow throwers have ex­

posed rotating parts, which can cause

severe Injury from contact, or from ma­
terial thrown from the discharge chute.

Keep the area of operation clear of all
persons, small children and pets at all

times Including startup.

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CAUTION: Muffler and other engine
parts become extremely hot during
operation and remain hot after engine
has stopped. To avoid severe burns on
contact, stay away from these areas.

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WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of

Its constituents, and certain vehicle
components contain or emit chemi­
cals known to the State of California

to cause cancer and birth defects or

other reproductive harm.

(f) Keep the nozzie in contact with the rim of the fuei

tank or container opening at aii times, until refuel­

ing is complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open
device,

(g) Replace gasoline cap securely and wipe up spilled

fuel,

(h) If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing im­

mediately,

5,

Use extension cords and receptacles as specified by

the manufacturer for all units with electric drive motors
or electric starting motors,

6, Adjust the collector housing height to clear gravel or

crushed rock surface,

7,

Never attempt to make any adjustments while the

engine (motor) is running (except when specifically
recommended by manufacturer),

8, Always wear safety glasses or eye shields during op­

eration or while performing an adjustment or repair to
protect eyes from foreign objects that may be thrown

from the machine.

Operation

1, Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.

Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times,

2,

Exercise extreme caution when operating on or cross­

ing gravel drives, walks, or roads. Stay alert for hidden
hazards or traffic,

3, After striking a foreign object, stop the engine (motor),

remove the wire from the spark plug, disconnect the
cord on electric motors, thoroughly inspect the snow

throwerfor any damage, and repair the damage before

restarting and operating the snow thrower,

4,

If the unit should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the

engine (motor) and check immediately for the cause.

Vibration is generally a warning of trouble,

5, Stop the engine (motor) whenever you leave the oper­

ating position, before unclogging the collector/impeller
housing or discharge chute, and when making any
repairs, adjustments or inspections.

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