Craftsman 917.24903 User Manual
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SAFEP^ RULES
Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers
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IV. TOWING
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Tow only with
a
machine that has a hitch designed for
towing. Do not attach towed equipment except at the
hitch point,
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Follow the manufacturer's recommendation for weight
limits for towed equipment and towing on slopes,
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Never allow children or others in or on towed equip
ment,
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On slopes, the weight of the towed equipment may
cause loss of traction and loss of control,
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Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop,
V. SERVICE
SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE
To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extreme
care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable
and the vapors are explosive,
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Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other
sources of ignition,
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Use only approved gasoline container,
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Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine
running. Allow engine to cool before refueling,
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Never fuel the machine indoors,
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Never store the machine or fuel container where there
is an open flame, spark, or pilot light such as on a water
heater or other appliances,
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Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or
trailer bed with plastic liner. Always place containers
on the ground away from your vehicle when filling,
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Remove gas-powered equipment from the truck or
trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible,
then refuel such equipment with a portable container,
rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle,
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Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim ofthefuel tankor
container opening at all times until fueling is complete.
Do not use a nozzle lock-open device,
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If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing immedi
ately,
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Never overfill fuel tank. Replace gas cap and tighten
securely,
GENERAL SERVICE
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Never operate machine in a closed are,
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Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment
is in safe working condition,
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Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper
operation regularly,
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Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris
build-up. Clean oil or fuel spillage and remove any
fuel-soaked debris. Allow machine to cool before
storing.
If you strike a foreign object, stop and inspect the
machine. Repair, if necessary, before restarting.
Never make any adjustments or repairs with the engine
running.
Check grass catcher components and the discharge
guard frequently and replace with manufacturer's rec
ommended parts, when necessary.
Mower blades are sharp. Wrap the blade or wear
gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.
Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service
as required.
Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as
necessary.
Be sure the area is clear of bystanders before operat
ing, Stop machine if anyone enters the area.
Never carry passengers.
Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary.
Always look down and behind before and while back
ing.
Never carry children, even with the blades shut off. They
may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with
safe machine operation. Children who have been given
rides in the past may suddenly appear in the mowing
area for another ride and be run over or backed over
by the machine.
Keep children out ofthe mowing area and in thewatchful
care of a responsible adult other than the operator.
Be alert and turn machine off if a child enters the
area.
Before and while backing, look behind and down for
small children.
Mow up and down slopes (15° Max), not across.
Be alert and turn machine off if a child enters the
area.
Choose a low ground speed so that you will not have
to stop or shift while on the slope.
Avoid starting, stopping, or turning on a slope. If the
tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed
slowly straight down the slope.
If machine stops while going uphill, disengage blades,
shift into reverse and back down slowly.
Do notturn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn
slowly and gradually downhill, if possible,
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY RULES...............................................................................2-3
CARTON CONTENTS......................................................................... 4
ASSEMBLY.......................................................................................5-8
OPERATION........................................................................................ 9
WARRANTY.......................................................................................10
REPAIR PARTS................................................................................ 11