Craftsman 536.88123 - Manual (Page 3)

PREPARATION
1. Thoroughly inspect the area where the
snow thrower 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 snow thrower
without wearing adequate winter outer
garments. Wear footwear that will
improve footing on slippery surfaces.
4. Handle fuel with care; it is highly
flammable.
(a) Use an approved fuel container.
(b) Never remove fuel tank cap or add
fuel to a running engine or hot
engine.
(c) Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme
care. Never fill fuel tank indoors.
(d) Replace fuel tank cap securely and
wipe up spilled fuel.
(e) 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,
allowing space for expansion as
the heat of the engine (motor) and/
or sun can cause fuel to expand.
5. Use extension cords and receptacles
as specified by the manufacturer for all
snow throwers with electric drive
motors or electric starting motors.
6. Adjust the snow thrower height to clear
gravel or crushed rock surfaces.
7. Never attempt to make any adjustments
while the engine (motor) is running
(except when specifically recom­
mended by the manufacturer).
8. Let engine (motor) and snow thrower
adjust to outdoor temperatures before
starting to clear snow.
9. Always wear safety glasses or eye
shields during operation or while
performing an adjustment 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
taking drugs or other medication which
can cause drowsiness or affect your
ability to operate this machine.
2. Do not use this machine if you are
mentally or physically unable to operate
this machine safely.
3. Do not put hands or feet near or under
rotating parts. Keep clear of the
discharge opening at all times.
4. Exercise extreme caution when operat- j
ing on or crossing gravel drives, walks,
or roads. Stay alert for hidden hazards
or traffic.
5. 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 thrower for any damage, and
repair the damage before restarting and|
operating the snow thrower.
6. If the snow thrower should start to
vibrate abnormally, stop the (motor) and
check immediately for the cause.
Vibration is generally a warning of
trouble.
7. Stop the engine (motor) whenever you
leave the operating position, before
unclogging the auger/impeller housing or
discharge guide, and when making any
repairs, adjustments, or inspections.
8. When cleaning, repairing, or inspecting,
make certain the auger/impeller and all
moving parts have stopped. Disconnect
the spark plug wire and keep the wire
away from the plug to prevent accidental
starting,
9. Take all possible precautions when
leaving the snow thrower unattended.
Disengage the auger/impeller, stop
engine, and remove key,
10. Do not run the engine indoors, except
when starting the engine and for
transporting the snow thrower in or out
of the building. Open the outside doors;
exhaust fumes are dangerous (contain­
ing CARBON MONOXIDE, an ODOR­
LESS and DEADLY GAS).
11. Do not clear snow across the face of
slopes. Exercise caution when changing
direction on slopes. Do not attempt to
clear steep slopes.
12. Never operate the snow thrower without
proper guards, plates or other safety
protective devices in place.
13. Never operate the snow thrower near
glass enclosures, automobiles, window
wells, drop-offs, and the like without
proper adjustment of the snow discharge
angle. Keep children and pets away.
14. Do not overload the machine capacity by
attempting to clear snow at too fast a
rate.
15. Never operate the snow thrower at high
transport speeds on slippery surfaces.
Look behind and use care when
backing.
16. Never direct discharge at bystanders or
allow anyone in front of the snow
thrower.