Craftsman 247.27022 - Manual (Page 3)

PAIR PROTECTION AGREEMENT
Congratulations on making a smart purchase.Your new
Craftsman® product is designed and manufactured for years
of dependable operation. But like al! products, it may require
repair from time to time. That’s when having a Repair
Protection Agreement can save you money and aggravation.
Here’s what's included in the Agreement;
. Expert service by our 12,000 professional repair
specialists
Unlimited service and no charge for parts and
labor on all covered repairs
Product replacement if your covered product can’t
be fixed
Discount of 10% from regular price of service and
service-related parts not covered by the agreement;
also, 10% off regular price of preventive maintenance
check
Fast help by phone ~ phone support from a Sears
technician on products requiring in-home repair, plus
convenient repair scheduling
Purchase a Repair Protection Agreement now and protect
yourself from unexpected hassle and expense.
Once you purchase the Agreement, a simple phone call is ail
that it takes for you to schedule service. You can call anytime
day or night, or schedule a service appointment online. Sears
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Some limitations and exclusions apply. For prices and
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MPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES
WARNING: This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger
the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual
before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal
injury. When you see this symbol—heed its warning.
WARNING: The Battery and Engine Exhaust contains chemicals known to the State of California
to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. The battery and posts contain lead;
wash hands after handling.
WARNING: This machine was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in this
manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in
serious injury. This machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to
observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.
General Operation
1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the
machine and in the manual(s) before attempting to
assemble and operate. Save this manual for future and
regular reference and for ordering replacement parts.
2. Be familiar with all controls and their proper operation.
Know how to stop machine and disengage them quickly.
3. Never allow children under 14 years old to operate this
machine. Children 14 years old and over should read and
understand operation instructions and safety rules in this
manual and should be trained and supervised by parent.
4. Never allow adults to operate this machine without
proper instruction.
5. To help avoid blade contact or a thrown object injury,
keep bystanders, helpers, children and pets at least 75
feet from the machine while it is in operation. Stop
machine if anyone enters the area.
6. Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to
be used. Remove all stones, sticks, wire, bones, toys,
and other foreign objects which could be picked up and
thrown by the blade(s). Thrown objects can cause
serious personal injury.
7. Plan your mowing pattern to avoid discharge of material
toward roads, sidewalks, bystanders and the like. Also,
avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction
which may cause discharged material to ricochet back
toward the operator.
8. Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during
operation and while performing an adjustment or repair to
protect your eyes. Thrown objects which ricochet can
cause serious injury to the eyes.
9. Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and close-fitting
slacks and shirts. Loose fitting clothes and jewelry can be
caught in movable parts. Never operate this machine in
bare feet or sandals.