Before Starting - Sears CRAFTSMAN Manual Del Operador

How to Add FueU
WARNmNG Gasoline and its vapors are extremely
flammable and explosive.
_Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death.
When Adding Fuel
• Turn engine off and let engine cool at least 2 minutes
before removing the fuel cap.
Fill fuel tank outdoors or in well-ventilated area.
• Do not overfill fuel tank. To allow for expansion of
gasoline, do not fill above the bottom of the fuel tank
neck.
• Keep gasoline away from sparks, open flames, pilot
lights, heat, and other ignition sources.
• Check fuel lines, tank, cap, and fittings frequently for
cracks or leaks. Replace if necessary.
If fuel spills, wait until it evaporates before starting
engine.
1. Add fuel to the fuel tank after pushing the machine
outside where fumes can dissipate. Make sure the
fuel filler cap (A, Figure 1) is tight, and the vent (B)
is open after refueling. If the vent is not opened, the
engine will stall.
Before Starting
1. Check the tire pressure; add or release air as needed
to bring pressure to values listed on Specifications
page.
2. Check guards, deflectors and covers to make sure all
are in place and securely tightened.
3. Check engine oil and add oil as needed to bring level
up to the FULL mark (A, Figure 2).
FIGURE 2
4. With the engine stopped, loosen the two adjusting
knobs (B, Figure 3) and move the seat to the desired
position. After adjustment, tighten the knobs securely.
5. Check the blade lever mechanism. If the blade peda_
is depressed, the blade lever can be moved manually
from ON to OFF to stop the blade.
6. Check the Reverse Lockout Mechanism. With the
blade pedal depressed, the transmission shift lever
must not go into reverse.
FIGURE 1
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FIGURE 3