Craftsman 247.370253 - Manual (Page 5)

connected. This will keep the cord on the mowed
area of the lawn and out of the way.
13. Do not operate mower after it has been dropped
or damaged in any manner. Return mower to
nearest authorized service location.
14. The use of accessory attachments not
recommended by the mower manufacturer may
cause hazards.
15. Do not operate this mower with the chute door
open, unless the complete grass catcher or side
chute deflector is properly mounted on the
mower.
4. MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
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Warning—Disconnect power cord from electrical
outlet before performing any maintenance or
service on mower.
Check the blade and motor mounting bolts at
frequent intervals for proper tightness. Keep all
nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure the
equipment is in safe working condition.
Keep blade sharp.
Use identical replacement blades only. Replace
damaged cord.
To reduce fire hazard, keep the motor free of
grass, leaves, or excessive grease.
Store idle lawn mower indoors when not in use.
Allow motor to cool before storing in any
enclosure. Lawn mower should be stored indoors
in dry, high or locked-up place, out of reach of
children.
7. Maintain lawn mower with care. Keep blade
sharp and clean for best and safest performance.
Follow instructions for iubricating and
changing accessories.
8. Check the grass catcher bag frequently for wear
or deterioration. Replace a worn or damaged bag
immediately. Be sure replacement bag meets
original equipment specifications.
5. DOUBLE INSULATED LAWN
MOWER
1. Double insulation is a concept in safety in electric
lawn mowers, which eliminates the need for the
usual three-wire grounded power cord and
grounded supply system. Wherever there is
electric current in the mower, there are two
complete sets of insulation to protect the user. All
exposed metal parts are isolated from the
internal metal motor components with protecting
insulation.
2. IMPORTANT—Servicing of a lawn mower with
double insulation requires extreme care and
knowledge of the system and should be
performed only by a qualified service technician.
For repair service we suggest you return the lawn
mower to your nearest authorized service
dealer. Always use original factory replacement
parts when servicing.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
You will find the two safety labels reproduced below, on your mower. Please follow
instructions on these safety labels for safe operation of the mower.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY, DO NOT
OPERATE MOWER UNLESS REAR TRAILING
SHIELD AND THIS GUARD OR ENTIRE
GRASS CATCHER IS IN ITS PROPER PLACE.
A DANGER
AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
■ KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY FROM
ROTATING PARTS.
■ REMOVE OBJECTS THAT CAN BE THROWN
BY THE BLADE IN ANY DIRECTION
WEAR SAFETY GLASSES.
■ DO NOT MOW WHEN CHILOREN OR
OTHERS ARE AROUND.
■ USE EXTRA CAUTION ON SLOPES DO NOT
MOW SLOPES GREATER THAN 15“ MOW
ACROSS, NEVER UP AND DOWN. NEVER
PULL MOWER CLOSE TO YOUR FEET LOOK
DOWN AND BEHIND BEFORE AND WHILE
MOVING BACKWARDS.
READ OPERATOR'S MANUAL. KEEP SAFETY DEVICES (BLADE CONTROL. |
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