Craftsman 917.24985 - Manual (Page 3)

. SAFETY RULES .
#4 Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers ^4
Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing.
Stop machine if anyone enters the area.
Never carry passengers or children even with the blades
off.
Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always
look down and behind before and while backing.
Never carry children. They may fall off and be seriously
injured or interfere with sate machine operation.
Keep children out of the mowing area and underthe watchful
care of another responsible adult.
Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area.
Before and when backing, look behind and down for small
children.
Mow up and down slopes (15“ Max), not across.
Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.
Watch for holes, ruts, orbumps. Uneven teirain could overturn
the machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.
Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so that you will not
have to stop or shift while on the slope.
Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If 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 not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn
slowly and gradually downhill, if possible.
A
Look for this symbol to point out
important safety precautions. It means
CAUTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR
SAFETY IS INVOLVED.
A CAUTION: Do not coast down a hill
in neutral, you may lose control of
the tractor.
A C AUTIO N: Tow on ly the attach ments
that are recommended by and
comply with specifications of
the manufacturer of your tractor.
Use common sense when towing.
Operate only at the lowest possible
speed when on a slope. Too heavy
of a load, while on a slope, is
dangerous. Tires can lose traction
with the ground and cause you to
lose control of your tractor.
CAUTION: In order to prevent
accidental starting when setting
up,transporting, adjusting or making
repairs, always disconnect spark
plug wire and place wire where it
cannot contact spark plug.
CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new Grass Catcher. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to
give you the best possible dependability and performance.
Should you experience any problems you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service center/
department. They have competent, well trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this unit.
Please read and retain this manual.The instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your Grass Catcher properly.
Always observe the "SAFETY RULES".
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY RULES......................................................... 2-3
ASSEMBLY.................................................................5-7
OPERATION.................................................................. 8
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES................................ 9 STORAGE.....................................................................9
WARRANTY................................................................. 9
REPAIR PARTS....................................................10-11