Sears CRAFTSMAN Manual Del Operador página 6

WARNING: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and can throw objects that can
cause injury and damage! Failure to comply with the following SAFETY instructions could result in serious
injury or death to the operator or bystanders. The owner of the machine must understand these instructions
and must allow only persons who understand these instructions to operate machine. Each person operating
the machine must be of sound mind and body and must not be under the influence of any substance, which
might impair vision, dexterity or judgment.
Protection for Children
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to
the presence of children. Children are often attracted to
the machine and the mowing activity. Never assume that
children will remain where you last saw them.
1. KEEP children out of the mowing area and under the
watchful care of a responsible adult.
2. DO NOT allow chi}dren or others to ride on machine,
attachments or towed equipment (even with the
blades OFF). They may fall and be seriously injured.
3. ALLOW only responsiMe adults & teenagers with
mature judgment under dose adult supervision to
operate machine.
4. DO NOT operate blades in reverse. STOP BLADES.
LOOK and SEE behind and down for children, pets
and hazards before and while backing.
5. USE EXTRA CARE when approaching blind corners.
shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure vi-
sion.
Protection against Tipovers
Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and
tip-over accidents, which can result in severe injury or
death. All slopes require extra CAUTION. ff you cannot
back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on the slope. DO
NOT mow it. Use extra care with grass catchers or other
attachments; these affect the handling and the stability of
the machine. Refer to the Slope Guide at the end of this
section.
1. DO NOT operate machine on slopes exceeding 10
degrees, which is 3.5 feet (1.1 m) vertically for every
20 feet (6.1 m) horizontally.
2. Turn blades OFF when traveling uphill. Use a slow
speed and avoid sudden or sharp turns.
3. DO NOT operate machine back and forth across face
of slopes. Operate up and down. Practice on slopes
with blades off.
4. AVOID starting, stopping or turning on slopes, ff
machine stops going uphill or tires lose traction, turn
blades OFF and back slowly straight down the slope.
5. STAY ALERT for holes and other hidden hazards. Tall
grass can hide obstacles. Keep away from ditches,
washouts, culverts, fences and protruding objects.
6. KEEP A SAFE DISTANCE of at least 3 feet (.9 meters)
away from edge of ditches and other drop offs. The
machine could turn over if an edge caves in.
7. Always begin forward motion slowly and with caution.
8. Use weights or a weighted load carrier in accordance
with instructions supplied with a grass catcher. DO
NOT operate machine on slopes exceeding 10 de-
grees.
9. DO NOT put your foot on the ground to try to stabilize
the machine.
10. DO NOT operate machine on wet grass. Reduced
traction could cause sliding.
11. Choose a low enough speed setting so that you will
not have to stop or shift on a slope. Tires may lose
traction on slopes even though the brakes are func-
tioning properly.
12. DO NOT operate machine under any condition where
traction, steering or stability is doubtful.
13. Always keep the machine in gear when going down
slopes. DO NOT shift to neutral (or actuate hydro roll
release) and coast downhill.
Before Mowing
1= Read, understand, and follow instructionsand warm
ings in this manual and on the machine, engine and
attachments. Know the controls and the proper use of
the machine before starting.
2. Only mature, responsible persons shall operate the
machine and only after proper instruction.
3. Data indicates that operators age 60 and above,
are involved in a large percentage of mower=related
injuries. These operators should evaluate their ability
to operate the mower safely enough to protect them-
selves and others from serious injury.
4. Handle fuel with extra care. Fuels are flammable
and vapors are explosive. Use only an approved fuel
container. DO NOT remove fuel cap or add fuel with
engine running. Add fuel outdoors only with engine
stopped and cool. Clean spilled fuel from machine. DO
NOT smoke.
5. Practice operation of machine with BLADES OFF to
learn controls and develop skills.
6. Check the area to be mowed and remove all objects
such as toys, wire, rocks, limbs and other objects that
could cause injury if thrown by blade or interfere with
mowing.
7. Keep people and pets out of mowing area. Immedi-
ately STOP blades, STOP engine, and STOP machine
if anyone enters the area.
8. Check shields, deflectors, switches, blade controls
and other safety devices frequently for proper opera-
tion and location.
9. Make sure aHsafety decals are clearly legible. Re-
place if damaged.
10. Protect yourself when mowing by wearing safety
glasses, a dust mask, long pants and substantial
footwear.
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