Craftsman 247.77013.0 - Manual (Page 5)

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Follow this manual for safe loading, unloading, transporting, 6.
and storage of this machine.
Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there
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is an open flame, spark or pilot light such as a water heater,
furnace, clothes dryer, etc.
Allow machine to cool at least 5 minutes before storing.
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Always refer to the operator’s manual for proper instructions 9.
on off-season storage.
If the fuel tank has to be drained, do this outdoors.
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Observe proper disposal laws and regulations for gas, oil, etc. 11.
to protect the environment.
According to the Consumer Products Safety Commission
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(CPSC) and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA),
this product has an Average Useful Life of seven (7) years, or
60 hours of operation. At the end of the Average Useful Life
have the machine inspected annually by an authorized service
dealer to ensure that all mechanical and safety systems are
working properly and not worn excessively. Failure to do so
can result in accidents, injuries or death.
Do not modify engine
To avoid serious injury or death, do not modify engine in any way.
Tampering with the governor setting can lead to a runaway engine
and cause it to operate at unsafe speeds. Never tamper with factory
setting of engine governor.
Notice Regarding Emissions
Engines which are certified to comply with California and federal
EPA emission regulations for SORE (Small Off Road Equipment) are
certified to operate on regular unleaded gasoline, and may include
the following emission control systems: Engine Modification (EM),
Oxidizing Catalyst (OC), Secondary Air Injection (SAI) and Three Way
Catalyst (TWC) if so equipped.
Spark Arrestor
If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective
working order by the operator. In the State of California the above
is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources
Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on
federal lands.
A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest
Sears Parts and Repair Service Center.
WARNING
This machine is equipped with an internal combustion engine and
should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered,
brushcovered or grass-covered land unless the engine’s exhaust
system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local
or state laws (if any)