Craftsman 917.376677 User manual

Owner's Manual
ROTARY LAWN OWER
625 Series Briggs & Stratton Engine
Power-Propelled
22" Multi-Cut
Model No.
917.376677
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CAUTaON'.
Read and follow all
Safety Rules and Instructions
before operating this equipment
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
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Warranty ................................................................2
Safety Rules ............................................ 2-4
Product Specifications ................................... 4
Assembly /Pre-Operation .......................................6
Operation .................................................. 7-11
Maintenance Schedule ......................................12
Maintenance ................................................12-15
Service and Adjustments ................... 15-I 6
Storage ................................................ 16-17
Troubleshooting ................................................17-18
Repair Parts ......................................... 36-45
Sears Service ...................................Back Cover
2-YEAR FULL WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN LAWN MOWER
If this Craftsman Lawn Mower fails due to manufacturer defects in material or
workmanship witllin two years from the date of purchase, return it to any Sears store,
Parts & Repair Center or other Craftsman outlet for free repair (or replacement if repair
proves impossible)..
This warranty applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase if this Lawn Mower is
ever used for commercial or rental purposes.
This warranty does not cover:
Expendable items that become worn during normal use, such as rotary mower
blades, blade adapters, belts, air cleaners and spark plug.
Repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence, including bent
crackshafts and the failure to assemble, operate or maintain this Lawn Mower
according to a!t supplied product instructions.
This warranty applies only while this product is used in the United States.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which
vary from state to state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throw-
ing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious
injury or death.
,_Look for this symbol to point out impor-
tant safety precautions. It means
CAUTtON!H BECOME ALERT!!!
YOUR SAFETY 1S INVOLVED.
WARNING: In order to prevent ac-
cidental starting when setting up, trans-
porting, adjusting or making repairs,
always disconnect spark plug wire and
place wire where it cannot come in contact
with plug.
,_WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its
constituents, and certain vehicle components
contain or emit chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer and birth defects
or other reproductive harm.
&WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and
related accessories contain lead and lead
compounds, chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer and birth
defects or other reproductive harm. Wash
hands after handling.
,_ CAUTION: Muffler and other engine
parts become extremely hot during
operation and remain hot after engine has
stopped To avoid severe burns on contact,
stay away from these areas.
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i, GENERAL OPERATION
o Read, understand, and follow all
instructions on the machine and in the
manual(s) before starting Be thoroughly
familiar with the controls and the proper
use of the machine before starting.
,, Do not put hands or feet near or under
rotating parts_ Keep clear of tile dis-
charge opening at all times
o Only allow responsible individuals, who
are familiar with the instructions, to oper-
ate tile machine..
oClear the area of objects such as rocks,
toys, wire, bones, sticks, etc., which
could be picked up and thrown by blade.
oBe sure the area is clear of other people
before mowing.. Stop machine if anyone
enters the area.
o Do not operate the mower when bare-
foot or wearing open sandals. Always
wear substantial foot wear.
oDo not pull mower backwards unless
absolutely necessary. Always look down
and behind before and while moving
backwards
°Never direct discharged material toward
anyone. Avoid discharging material
against a wall or obstruction. Material
may richochet back toward the opera-
tor.. Stop the blade when crossing gravel
surfaces.
,, Do not operate the mower without
proper guards, plates, grass catcher or
other safety protective devices in place°
°See manufacturer's instructions for
proper operation and installation of
accessories. Onty use accessories ap-
proved by the manufacturer.
o Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel
drives, walks, or roads.
° Stop the engine (motor) whenever you
leave the equipment, before cleaning the
mower or unclogging tile chute°
o Shut the engine (motor) off and wait until
the blade comes to complete stop before
removing grass catcher..
° Mow only in daylight or good artificial
light.
o Do not operate the machine while under
the influence of alcohol or drugs.
° Never operate machine in wet grass.
Always be sure of your footing: keep a
firm hold oll the handle; walk, never run,
°Disengage the self-propelled mech-
anism or drive clutch on mowers so
equipped before starting the engine°
o tf tile equipment should start to vibrate
abnormally, stop the engine (motor) and
check immediately for the cause. Vibra-
tion is generally a warning of trouble.
• Always wear safety goggles or safety
glasses with side shields when operating
mowel.
II, SLOPE OPERATION
Slopes are a major factor related to slip &
fall accidents which can result in severe in-
jury, All slopes require extra caution. If you
feel uneasy on a slope, do not mow it.
DO:
• Mow across the face of slopes: never
up and down. Exercise extreme caution
when changing direction on slopes.
• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree
limbs, etc_
• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Tail
grass can hide obstacles.
DO NOT:
° Do not trim near drop-offs, ditches or
embankments, The operator could lose
footing or balance.
°Do not trim excessively steep slopes.
° Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced foot-
ing could cause slipping_
i1I, 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.
o Keep children out of the trirnming area
and under the watchful care of another
responsible adult.
o Be alert and turn machine off if children
enter the area
• Before and while walking backwards,
look behind and down for small children.
• Never' allow children to operate the ma-
chine.
o Use extra care when approaching blind
corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects
that may obscure vision°
IV. SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE
Use extreme care in handling gasoline.
Gasoline is extremely flammable and the
vapors are explosive°
o Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes
and other sources of ignition.
o Use only an approved container.
• Never remove gas cap or add fuel with
the engine running° Allow engine to cool
before refueling.
° Never refuel the machine indoors.
° Never store tile machine or fuel contain-
er where Ihere is an open flame, spark
or pilot light such as a water heater or on
other appliances.
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o Never fill containers inside a vehicle, on
a truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner_
Always place containers on tlqe ground
away from your vehicle before filling.
,, Remove gas-powered equipment from
tile truck or trailer and refuel it on the
ground° if this is not possible, then
refuel such equipment with a portable
container, rather than from a gasoline
dispenser nozzle.
o Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim
of the fue! tank or container opening at
all times until fueling is complete. Do
not use a nozzle lock-open device.
o If fuel is spilled on clothing, change
clothing immediately.
o Never overfill fuel tank° Replace gas
cap and tighten securely.
V. GENERAL SERVICE
• Never run a machine inside a closed
area_
Never make adjustments or repairs with
the engine (motor) running° Disconnect
the spark plug wire, and keep the wire
away from the plug to prevent accidental
starting.
o Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade
attachment bolts, tight and keep equip-
ment in good condition.
. Never tamperwith safety devices. Check
their proper operation regularly_
o Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or
other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel
spillage. Allow macfline to cool before
storing,
°Stop and inspect the equipment if you
strike an object. Repair, if necessary,
before restarting,
,, Never attempt to make wheel height
adjustments while the engine is running.
°Grass catcher components are subject
to wear, damage, and deterioration,
which could expose moving parts or
allow objects to be thrown. Frequently
check components and replace with
manufacturer's recommended parts,
when necessary°
°Mower blades are sharp and can cut,
Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and
use extra caution when servicing them,.
°Do not change the engine governor set_
ring or overspeed the engine_
•Maintain or replace safety and instruc-
tion labels, as necessary.
,&WARNING: This lawn mower is equipped with an internal combustion engine and
should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or
grass-covered land unless the engine's extlaust system is equipped with a spark
arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any), If a spark arrester is used, it
should be maintained in effective working order by the operator,
In the state of California tile 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 & Repair Center (See the REPAIR PARTS section of this manual).
Serial Number:
Date of Purchase:
Gasoline Capacity /Type: ! ,6 Quarts (Unleaded Regular)
Oil Type (API SG-SL): SAE 30 (above 32°F); SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F)
Oi! Capacity: 20 Ounces
Spark Plug (Gap: ,030") Champion RJ19HX
Blade Bolt Torque: 35-40 ft. Ibs_
° The model and serial numbers will be found on a decal on the rear of the lawn mower
housing. Record both serial number and date of purchase in space provided above.
BRIGGS &
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NO, NOr
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443 692523
445 49!588_
455 791960
456 692299
459 281505_
5O5 691251
523 499621
524 692296
525 495265
529 691923
562 691119
564 698589
584 697734
585 691879
592 690800
597 691696
601 791850
604 790703
608 497680
613 691340
615 690340
616 698801
617 270344:
621 692310
633 691321
635 66538S
668 493823
670 692294
684 690345
689 691855
718 690959
741 790345
745 691648
842 691031
847 692047
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LAWN MOWER PERFORMANCE
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DEFLECTORS
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REAR DISCHARGE CANS
LAWN MOWERS
\GRASS CATCHERS
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ENGINE OIL

Read these instructions and this manual in its entirety before you attempt to assemble or
operate your new lawn mower.
IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is shipped WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE in the engine.
Your new lawn mower has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts
left unassembled for shipping purposes_ To ensure safe and proper operation of your lawn
mower, all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely° Use the correct
tools as necessary to ensure proper tightness. All parts such as nuts, washers, bolts, etc,,
necessary to cornplete the assembly have been placed in the parts bag.
TO REMOVE MOWER FROM CARTON
Io Remove loose parts included with mower.
2_ Cut down two end corners of carton
and lay end panel down flat.
3. Remove all packing materials except
padding between upper and lower
handle and padding holding operator
presence control bar to upper handle°
4o Roll lawn mower out of carton and
check carton thoroughly for additional
loose parts.
HOW TO SET UP YOUR MOWER
TO UNFOLD HANDLE
Ir_PORTANT: Unfold handle carefully so
as not to pinch or' damage control cables.
1o Raise handles until lower handle sec-
tion locks into place in mowing position°
2. Remove protective padding, raise up-
per handle section into place on lower
handle and tighten both handle knobs.
3. Remove handle padding holding operator
presence control bar to upper handle.
Your lawn mower handle can be adjusted
for your mowing comfort° Refer to "AD-
JUST HANDLE" in the Service and Adjust-
ments section of this manual°
Operator' MOWING
pres_ POSITION
control bar
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TO ASSEMBLE GRASS CATCHER
1 .. Put grass catcher frame into grass bag
with rigid part of bag on the bottom.
Make sure the frame handle is outside
of the bag top_
2. Slip vinyl bindings over frame.
NOTE: If vinyl bindings are too stiff, hold
them in warm water for a few minutes. If
bag gets wet, let it dry before using°
Frame
Vinyl Frame
bindings opening
TO INSTALL ATTACHMENTS
Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be
used as a mulcher_ To convert mower to
bagging or discharging, see "TO CON-
VERT MOWER" in the Operation section
of this manual
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KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER
READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND ALL SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING
YOUR LAWN MOWER.. Compare the illustrations with your lawn mower to familiarize
yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments, Save this manual for
future reference.
These symbols may appear on your lawn mower or in literature supplied with the
product, Learn and understand their meaning,
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CAUTION ENGINE ENGINE FAST SLOW CHOKE FUEL
OR WARNING ON OFF OIL DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY
Drive
control Operator presence control bar
Handle knob
Starter
handle
Grass
catcher,_
Engine oil cap with dipstick
Primer
Muffler
6O
Gasoline filler ca
Air filtel
Mulcher door
Housing
_ark
plug
Drive cover
adjuster
(on each wheel)
IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is shipped WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE in the engine,
MEETS CPSC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
Sears rotary walk-behind power lawn mowers conform to the safety standards of the
American National Standards institute and the U.So Consumer Product Safety Com-
mission, The blade turns when the engine is running.
Operator presence control bar- must
be held down to the handle to start the
engine. Release to stop the engine,
Starter handle - used for starting engine,
Mulcher door - allows conversion to
discharging or bagging operation. 7
Primer- pumps additional fuel from the
carburetor to the cylinder for use when
starting a cold engine.
Drive control bar - used to engage
power-propelled forward motion of mower,

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HOW TO USE YOUR LAWN MOWER
ENGINESPEED
The engine speed was set at the factory
for optimum performance,_ Speed is not
adjustable.
ENGINE ZONE CONTROL
_,CAUTION: Federal regulations require
an engine control to be installed on this
lawn mower in order to minimize time
risk of blade contact injury. Do not under
any circumstances attempt to defeat the
function of the operator control° The blade
turns when the engine is running.
• Your lawn mower is equipped with an
operator presence control bar which
requires the operator to be positioned
behind the lawn mower handle to start
and operate the lawn mower.
TO OPERATE DRIVE SYSTEM
o To start forward motion, lift drive con-
trol bar up to handler
o To stop forward motion, release drive
control bar.
IMPORTANT: Always keep drive control
fully engaged against handle when in use.
Operator
presence
control bar
DRIVE CONTROL ENGAGED
DRIVE CONTROL DISENGAGED
TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT
Raise wheels for low cut and lower wheels
for high cut, adjust cutting height to suit
your requirements, Medium position is
best for most lawns.
o To change cutting height, squeeze ad-
juster lever toward wheel° Move wheel
up or down to suit your requirements,, Be
sure all wheels are in the same setting.
NOTE: Adjuster is properly positioned
when plate tab inserts into hole in lever.
Also, 9-position adjusters (if so equipped)
allow lever to be positioned between the
plate tabs.
LEVER BACKWARD Plate tab
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TO CONVERT IVtOWER
Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be
used as a mulchero To convert to bagging
or discharging:
REAR BAGGING
o Open rear door and remove mulcher
plug. Store mulcher plug in a safe
place°
,, You can now install the grass catcher or
opliona! cl0ping deflector_
,, To convert to mulching or discharging
operation, install mulcher plug into rear
discharge opening of mower.
Mulcher plug
SIDE DISCHARGING
o Mulcher plug must be installed into rear
discharge opening of mower.
o Open mulcher door and install dis-
charge deflector under door as shown.
o Mower' is now ready for discharging
operation,
,, To convert to mulching or bagging
operation, discharge deflector must be
removed and mulcher door closed.
Discharge deflector
SIMPLE STEPS TO REMEMBER WHEN
CONVERTING YOUR LAWN MOWER
FOR MULCHING -
1, Rear mulcher plug installed.
2. Mulcher door closed.
FOR REAR BAGGING -
1. Rear mulcher plug removed°
2, Grass catcher installed°
3. Mulcher door closed.
FOR SIDE DISCHARGING -
!. Rear mutcher plug installed.
,_ Discharge deflector installed.
CAUTION: Do not run your lawn
mower without mulcher plug or approved
grass catcher in place. Never attempt to
operate the lawn mower with the rear door
removed or propped open.
Open mulcher door
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TO EMPTY GRASS CATCHER
i. Lift up on grass catcher using tile
frame handle.
2, Remove grass catcher with clippings
from under lawn mower handle.
3. Empty clippings from bag.
NOTE: Do not drag the bag when empty-
ing; it witl cause unnecessary wear_
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BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
ADD OIL
Your lawnmower is shipped without oil in
the engine.. For type and grade of oil to
use, see "ENGINE" in the Maintenance
section of this manual.
_, CAUTION: DO NOT overfill engine with
oil, or it will smoke heavily from the muffler
on startup.
1, Be sure lawnmower is level.
2. Remove oil dipstick from oil fill spout.
3. You receive a container of oil with the
unit. Slowly pour the entire container
down the oil fill spout into the engine,
NOTE: initial oil fill requires only 18 oz_
due to residual oil in engine from the
manufacturers 100% quality testing° When
changing oil you may need 20 oz_
4_ Insert and tighten dipstick.
iI_PORTANT:
,, Check oil level before each use. Add oil
if needed. Fill to full line on dipstick.
• Change the oil after every 25 hours of
operation or each season_ You may
need to change the oil more often
under dusty, dirty conditions. See "TO
CHANGE ENGINE OIL" in the Mainte-
nance section of this manual
Engine
oil cap
Gasoline
fellercap
Primer
ADD GASOLINE
o Fill fuel tank to bottom of tank filler neck.
Do not overfill. Use fresh, clean, regular
unleaded gasoline with a minimum of
87 octane. Do not mix oil with gasoline.
Purchase fuel in quantities that can be
used within 30 days to assure fuel fresh-
ness.
CAUTION: Wipe off any spilled oil or
fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline
near an open flame.
d_, CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels
(called gasoho! or using ethanol or metha-
nol) can attract moisture which leads to
separation and formation of acids during
storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel
system of an engine while in storage.. To
avoid engine problems, the fuel system
should be emptied before storage of 30
days or longer. Empty the gas tank, start
the engine and let it run until the fuel lines
and carburetor are empty.. Use fresh fuel
next season. See Storage Instructions for
additional information. Never use engine
or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel
tank or permanent damage may occur.
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o To stop engine, release operator pres-
ence control bar.
TO START ENGINE
NOTE: Due to protective coatings on the
engine, a small amount of smoke may be
present during the initial use of the product
and should be considered normal°
1. To start a cold engine, push primer
three (3) times before trying to start°
Use a firm push This step is not
usually necessary when starting an
engine which has already run for a few
minutes°
2 Hold operator presence control bar
down to the handle and pull starter
handle quickly., Do not allow starter
rope to snap back°
NOTE: In cooler weather it may be
necessary to repeat priming steps. In
warmer weather over priming may cause
flooding and engine will not start. If you do
flood engine, wait a few minutes before
attempting to start and do not repeat
priming steps_
MOWING TIPS
,_ CAUTION: Do not use de-thatcher
blade attachments on your mower. Such
attachments are hazardous, wilt damage
your mower and could void your warranty.
° Under certain conditions, such as very
tall grass, it may be necessary to raise
the height of cut to reduce pushing
effort and to keep from overloading the
engine and leaving clumps of grass clip-
pings, it may also be necessary to re-
duce ground speed and/or run the lawn
mower over the area a second time.
• For extremely heavy cutting, reduce the
width of cut by overlapping previously
cut path and mow slowly.
o For better grass bagging and most cut-
ting conditions, the engine speed should
be set in the FAST position.
o Pores in cloth grass catchers can be-
come filled with dirt and dust with use
and catchers wil! collect less grass. To
prevent this, regularly hose catcher off
with water and let dry before using,
• Keep top of engine around starter clear'
and clean of grass clippings and chaff.
This will help engine air flow and extend
engine life,
MULCHING MOWING TIPS
IMPORTANT: For best performance,
keep mower housing free of built-up
grass and trash, See "CLEANING" in the
Maintenance section of this manual.
o The special mulching blade will recut
the grass clippings many times and
reduce them in size so that as they fall
onto the lawn they will disperse into
the grass and not be noticed. Also, the
mulched grass will biodegrade quickly
to provide nutrients for the lawn Always
mulch with your highest engine (blade)
speed as this will provide the best recur-
ring action of tile blades,
° Avoid cutting your lawn when it is weL
Wet grass tends to form clumps and
interferes with the mulching action The
best time to mow your lawn is the early
afternoon. At this time the grass has
dried, yet the newly cut area wilt not be
exposed to direct sunlight
o For best results, adjust the lawn mower
cutting height so that the lawn mower
cuts off only the top one-third of the
grass blades. If the lawn is overgrown it
will be necessary to raise timeheight of
cut to reduce pushing effort and to keep
from overloading the engine and leaving
clumps of mulched grass. For extremely
heavy grass, reduce your width of cut
by overlapping previously cut path and
mow slowly,
MAX 1/3
o Certain types of grass and grass
conditions may require that an area be
mulched a second time to completely
hide the clippings_ When doing a sec-
ond cut, mow across (perpendicular) to
time first cut path.
o Change your cutting pattern from week
to week. Mow north to south one week
then change to east to west the next
week° This will help prevent matting and
graining of the lawn.
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MAmNTENANCE
Check for Loose Fasteners
L Clean /Inspect Grass Catcher *
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Check Drive Wheels **"
Clean Lawn Mower ....
M Clean under Drive Cover *"*
13! Check Drive Belt iPulleys "*"
E_'f'Check /sharpen / Replace Blade
R C'lean and Recha'ige Bai'ie_ "*
Check Engine Oil level
E Change Engine Oil
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clean Air Filterinspect Muffier .................
I_ Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge
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1 - Change more often if operating under a heavy ioad or in high outdoor temperatures.
2 - Service more often if operating in diriy or dusty conditions,
3-Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil
4 - Charge 48 hours at end of season.
5 - And after each 5 hours of use.,
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty on this lawn mower does not
cover items that have been subjected to
operator abuse or negligence° To receive
full value from the warranty, operator must
maintain unit as instructed in this manual..
Some adjustments will need to be made
periodically to properly maintain your unit.
At least once a season, check to see if
you should make any of the adjustments
described in the Service and Adjustments
section of this manual.
. At least once a year', replace the spark
plug, clean or replace air filter element
and check blade for wear, A new spark
plug and clean!new air filter element
assure proper air-fuel mixture and help
your engine run better and last longer.
° Follow the maintenance schedule in this
manual
BEFORE EACH USE
o Check engine oil level.
• Check for loose fasteners,,
LU BRICATION
Keep unit welt lubricated
(See "LUBRICATION CHART")_
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See "ENGINE" in Maintenance section,
IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease plastic
wheel bearings. Viscous lubricants will
attract dust and dirt that will shorten the life of
the selfqubricating bearings,, If you feel they
must be lubricated, use only a dry, powdered
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Always observe safety rules when per-
forming any maintenance_
TIRES
o Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect
control chemicals which can harm rubber.
o Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp
objects and other hazards that may
cause tire damage.
DRIVE WHEELS
Check front drive wheels each time before
you mow to be sure riley move freely,,
The wheels not turning freely means trash,
grass cuttings, etc. are in the drive wheel area
and must be cleaned to free drive wheels,
If necessary to clean the drive wheels, be
sure to clean both front wheels.
1_ Remove hubcaps, Iocknuts & washers,
2o Remove wheels from wheel adjusters.
3. Remove any trash or' grass cuttings
from inside the dust cover, pinion and/
or drive wheel gear teeth.
4. Put wheels back in placer
NOTE: If after cleaning, the drive wheels
do not turn freely, contact a Sears or other
qualified service center,
BLADE CARE
For best results, blade must be kept sharp.
,_.keplace a bent or damaged blade.
CAUTION: Use only a replacement blade
approved by the manufacturer ofyour mower,
Using a blade not approved by the manu-
facturer of your mower is hazardous, could
damage your mower and void your warranty°
TO REMOVE BLADE
1. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark
plug and place wire where it cannot
come in contact with plug
2_ Turn lawn mower on its side. Make
sure air filter and carburetor are up.
3 Use a wood block between blade and
mower housing to prevent blade from
turning when removing blade bolt.
NOTE: Protect your hands with gloves
and/or wrap blade with heavy cloth.
4_ Remove blade bolt by turning counter-
clockwise°
5. Remove blade & attaching hardware
(bolt, lock washer & hardened washer').
TO REPLACE BLADE
1. Position blade on the blade adapter
aligning the two (2) holes in the blade
with the raised lugs on the adapter.
2_ Be sure the trailing edge of blade (oppo-
site sharp edge) is up toward the engine.
3_ Install the blade bolt with the lock
washer and hardened washer' into
blade adapter and crankshaft. 13
4. Use block of wood between blade and
lawn mower housing and tighten the
blade bolt, turning clockwise.
Recommendedtighteningtorque:35-40ft.lbs.
IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is heat treated.
if bolt needs replacing, replace only with
approved bolt shown in the Repair Parts
section of this manual.
Blade adapter
Lockwasher
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washer Trailing edge
TO SHARPEN BLADE
Crankshaft
keyway
Crankshaft
NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening
the blade - but if you do, be sure the blade
is balanced. Care should be taken to keep
the blade balanced_ An unbalanced blade wil!
cause eventual damage to mower or engine.
,, The blade can be sharpened with a file
or on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt
to sharpen while on the mower,
,, To check blade balance, drive a nail into
a beam or wail, Leave about one inch of
the straight nail exposed. Place center
hole of blade over the head of the nail.
If blade is balanced, it should remain in
a horizontal position. If either end of the
blade moves downward, sharpen the
heavy end until the blade is balanced.
GRASS CATCHER
o The grass catcher may be hosed with
water, but must be dry when used.
o Check your grass catcher often for dam-
age or deterioration. Through normal
use it will wear_ if catcher needs replac-
ing, replace only with approved replace-
ment catcher shown in the Repair Parts
section of this manual. Give the lawn
mower model number when ordering.
GEAR CASE
o To keep your drive system working
properly, the gear case and area around
the drive should be kept clean and flee
of trash build-up,. Clean under the drive
cover twice a season.
• The gearcase is filled with tubricantto the
proper level at the factory., The only time
the lubricant needs attention is if service
has been performed on the gear case°
o tf lubricant is required, use Tolal Multis
EP00 semi-liquid Grease or comparable
grade (quantity !.I5oz).

ENGINE
LUBRICATION
Useonlyhigl_qualitydetergentoilratedwith
APIserviceclassificationSG-SL. Selectthe
oil'sSAEviscositygradeaccordingtoyour
expectedoperatingtemperature.
SAE VISCOSITY GRADES
rEMPERA'r.JRERANGEANT,C_PATEDBEFORE.EXTO,LC.ANGE
NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils
(5W30, 10W30 etc_) improve starting in
cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils will
result in increased oil consumption when
used above 32°R Check your engine oil
level more frequently to avoid possible
engine damage from running low on clio
Change the oil after ever,! 25 hours of op-
eration orat least once a year if the mower
is not used for 25 hours in one year.
Check the crankcase oil level before
starting the engine and after each five (5)
hours of continuous use. Tighten oil plug
securely each time you check the oil level
TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL
NOTE: Before tipping lawn mower to drain
oil, empty fuel tank by running engine until
fuel tank is empty,
1. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark
plug and place wire where it cannot
come in contact with plug.
2, Remove engine oil cap; lay aside on a
clean surface°
3,. Tip lawn mower on its side as shown
and drain oil into a suitable container.
Rock lawn mower back and forth to re-
move any oil trapped inside of engine..
Container
4o Wipe off any spilled oil from lawn
mower or side of engine.
5. Slowly pour oil down the oil fill spout,
stopping every few ounces to check the
oil level with the dipstick.
6. Stop adding oil when you reach the
FULL mark on the dipstick,. Wait a
minute to allow oil to settle.
7. Continue adding small amounts of oil,
rechecking the dipstick until oil level
settles at FULL,. DO NOT overfill, or
engine will smoke heavily from the
muffler on startup.
8. Always be sure to retighten oil dipstick
before starting engine.,
9o Reconnect spark plug wire to spark plug.
AIR FILTER
Your engine will not run properly and
may be damaged by using a didy air
filter.. Replace the air filter cartridge every
100 hours of operation or every season,
whichever occurs first, Service air cleaner
more often under dusty conditions.
TO CLEAN AIR FILTER
1. Loosen screw and tilt cover to remove.
2. Carefully remove cartridge.
3, Clean by gently tapping on a flat sur-
face. If very dirty, replace cartridge.
&CAUTION: Petroleum solvents, such
as kerosene, are not to be used to clean
cartridge. They may cause deterioration
of the cartridge. Do not oil cartridge. Do
not use pressurized air to clean or dry
cartridge.
4o Install cartridge, then replace cover
making sure the tabs are aligned with
the slots in the back plate, Fasten
screw securely. late
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MUFFLER
Inspect and replace corroded muffler as it
could create a fire hazard and/or damage.
SPARK PLUG
Replace spark plug at the beginning of
each mowing season or after ever€ 100
hours of operation, whichever occurs
first° Spark plug type and gap setting
are shown in the "PRODUCT SPECIFIC ,-
AT1ONS" section of this manual.
CLEANING
IMPORTANT: For best performance,
keep mower housing free of built-grass
and trash, Clean the underside of your
mower after each use,.
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&CAUTION: Disconnect spark plug wire
from spark plug and place wire where it
cannot come in contact with plugo
,, Clean the underside of your lawn mower
by scraping to remove build-up of grass
and trash.
. Clean engine often to keep trash from
accumulating. A clogged engine runs
hotter and shortens engine life.
,, Keep finished surfaces and wheels free
of all gasoline, oil, etcr
o We do not recommend using a garden
hose to clean lawn mower unless the
electrical system, muffler, air filter and
carburetor are covered to keep water
out. Water in engine can result in short-
ened engine life..
CLEAN UNDER DRIVE COVER
Clean under drive cover at least twice a sea-
son° Scrape underside of cover with putty
knife or similar tool to remove any build-up
of trash or grass on underside of drive cover
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,_ WARNING: To avoid serious injury, before performing any service and adjustments:
1. Release control bar and stop engine,
2. Make sure the blade and all moving parts have completely stopped.
3. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in
contact with plugo
LAWN MOWER
TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT
See "TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT" in
the Operation section of this manual
REAR DEFLECTOR
The rear deflector, attached between the
rear wheels of your mower, is provided to
minimize the possibility that objects will
be thrown out of the rear of the mower
into the operator mowing position., if the
deflector becomes damaged, it should be
replaced.
TO REPLACE DRIVE BELT
1. Place new drive belt in engine pulley
and belt retainer of debris shield°
2,, Route the other end of the new drive
bert through hole in housing.
3. Reinstall debris shield.
4. Reinstall blade.
5. Return mower to upright position_
6. Push down on arm, install new belt on
gearcase pulley. Release arm slowly°
NOTE: Always use factory approved belt
to assure proper fit and long life,
7_ Reinstall drive cover,
Belt retainers
TO REMOVE DRIVE BELT
1. Remove drive cover.
2. Remove belt from gearcase pulley by
pushing down on arm and rolling belt
off pulley.
3. Turn lawn mower on its side with air
filter and carburetor down.
4. Remove blade, engine pulley and
debris shield.
5. Remove engine pulley and belt from
debris shield.
Drive belt
PUSH Debris shield
Drive
cover Pulley
.
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TO ADJUST HANDLE
The handle can be mounted in a high or
low position, The mounting holes in the
bottom of lower handle are off center for
raising or lowering the handle,
1_ Remove upper handle and wire tie(s)
securing cable(s) to lower handle,
2,, Remove hairpin cotters from lower
handle bracket mounting pin.
Squeeze lower handle in to remove it
from mounting pins,

4. Turnlowerhandleovertoraiseor
lowerhandle.
5. Squeezelowerhandleinandpositionholes
onto mountingpinson handlebracket,.
6o Reassembleupperhandleandall
partsremovedfromlowerhandle..
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ENGINE
ENGINE SPEED
Your engine speed has been factory set.
Do not attempt to increase engine speed
or it may result in personal injury° If you
believe that engine is running too fast or
,. r-,-, too slow, take your mower to a Sears or
z>, postbon / ' other qualified service center for repair
/ / and adjustment.
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........pected carburetor problems, take your lawn
mower to a Sears or other qualified service
center for repair and!or adjustment
IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the
engine governor, which is factory set
for proper engine speed° Overspeeding
the engine above the factory high speed
setting can be dangerous. If you think
the engine-governed high speed needs
adjusting, contact a Sears or other
qualified service center, which has proper
equipment and experience to make any
necessary adjustments_
Immediately prepare your lawn mower for storage at the end of the season or if the unit
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LAWN MOWER
When lawn mower is to be stored for a
period of time, clean it thoroughly, remove
all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a
clean, dry area_
1. Clean entire lawn mower (See
"CLEANING" in the Maintenance sec-
tion of this manual)°
2o Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance
section of this manual.
3o Be sure that a]t nuts, bolts, screws, and
pins are securely fastened, inspect
moving parts for damage, breakage
and wear. Replace if necessary.
4o Touch up all rusted or chipped paint
surfaces; sand lightly before painting.
HANDLE
You can fold your mower handle for storage,,
I, Squeeze the bottom ends of the lower
handle toward each other until the
lower handle clears the handle bracket,
then move handle forward.
2. Loosen upper handle mounting bolts
enough to allow upper handle to be
folded back,
IMPORTANT: When folding the handle
for storage or transportation, be sure to
fold the handle as shown or you may dam-
age the control cables. 16
When setting up your handle from the
storage position, the lower handle will
automatically lock into mowing positiom
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ENGINE
FUEL SYSTEM
IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent
gum deposits from forming in essential fuel
system parts such as carburetor, fuel filter,
fuel hose, or tank during storage, Alcohol
blended fuels (called gasohol or using
ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture
which leads to separation and formation
of acids during storage, Acidic gas can
damage the fuel system of an engine while
in storage.
,, Empty the fuel tank by starting the en-
gine and letting it run until the fuel lines
and carburetor are empty°
o Never use engine or carburetor cleaner
products in the fuel tank or permanent
damage may occur,,
.Use fresh fuel next season,
NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable al-
ternative in minimizing the formation of fuel
gum deposits during storage, Add stabilizer
to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container,
Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer
container. Run engine at least 10 minutes
after adding stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to
reach the carburetor. Do not empty the gas
tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer,
ENGINE OIL
Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace
with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in
the Maintenance section of this manual).
CYLINDER
1_ Remove spark plug,
2. Pour one ounce (29 ml) of oil through
spark plug hole into cylinder,,
3o Pull starter handle slowly a few times
to distribute oil.
4. Replace with new spark plug.
OTHER
o Do not store gasoline from one season
to another.
o Replace your gasoline can if your can
starts to rust, Rust and/or dirt in your
gasoline will cause problems.
° If possible, store your unit indoors and
cover' it to protect it from dust and dirt.
° Cover your unit with a suitable protec-
tive cover that does not retain rnoisture.
Do not use plastic. Plastic cannot
breathe, which allows condensation to
form and will cause your unit to rust,
IMPORTANT: Never cover mower while
engine and exhaust areas are still warm°
,_CAUTION: Never store the lawn mower
with gasoline in the tank inside a building
where fumes may reach an open flame
or spark. Allow the engine to cool before
storing in any enclosure°
TROUBLESHOOTING - See appropriate section in manual unless directed
to a Sears Parts & Repair Center.
PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION
Does not start 1, Dirty air filter.
2, Out of fuel.
3, Stale fuel,
4. Water in fuel,
5, Spark plug wire is
disconnected.
6. Bad spark plug_
7,, Loose blade or broken
blade adapter,.
8,, Control bar in released
position.
9. Control bar defective,
10. Fuel valve lever (if so
equipped) in OFF position,
Iio Weak battery (if equipped).
12. Disconnected battery
connector (if equipped).
,
2o
3.
4.
5.
6_
7.
Cleantreplace air filter,
Fill fuel tank.
Empty fuel tank and refill tank
with fresh, clean gasoline.
Empty fuel tank and refill tank
with fresh, clean gasoline_
Connect wire to plug.
Replace spark plug,
Tighten blade bolt or
replace blade adapter.
8_ Depress control bar to
handle,
9. Replace control bar.
1&Turn fuel valve lever
to the ON position.
11, Charge battery
12.Connect battery to engine.
17

TROUBLESHOOTING - See appropriate section in manual unless directed
to a Sears Parts &Repair Center,
PROBLEM CA USE CO RR ECTIO N
Loss of power 1. Rear of mower housing or I,, Raise cutting t_eighL
blade dragging in grass.
2. Cutting too much grass°
3. Dirty airfilter.
4. Buildup of grass, leaves,
and trash under mower_
5. Too much oil in engine,,
6. Walking speed too fast.
2. Raise cutting height°
3o Clean/replace air filter,
4. Clean underside of mower
housing.
5_ Check oi! level.
6. Cut at slower walking speed.
Poor cut -
uneven
Excessive
vibration
Starter rope
hard to pull
Grass catcher
not filling
(If so equipped)
1. Worn, bent or loose blade. I.
2. Wheel heights uneven.
3. Buildup of grass, leaves
and trash under mower.
1_ Worn, bent or loose blade_
2. Bent engine crankshaft.
I,,
Replace blade° Tighten
blade bolt.
2. Set alt wheels at same
height°
3. Clean underside of
mower housing.
1. Replace blade, Tighten
blade bolt,
2, Contact a Sears or other
qualified service center,
Engine flywheel brake is on
when control bar is released.
2. Bent engine crankshaft,
3,, Blade adapter broken°
4. Blade dragging in grass_
i2.
i3.
I., Depress control bar to
upper handle before
pulling the starter rope.
2. Contact a Sears or other
qualified service center_
3. Replace blade adapter
4. Move lawn mower to cut
grass or to hard surface.
Cutting height too low,
Lift on blade worn off.
Catcher not venting air.
1. Raise cutting height°
2. Replace blade.
3. Clean grass catcher°
Hard to push 1. Grass is too high or wheel
heigltt is too low.
2. Rear of mower housing or
blade dragging in grass.
3. Grass catcher too fullo
4. Handle height position not
right for you°
2.
3_
4,
Raise cutting height°
Raise rear of mower housing
one (1) setting higher.
Empty grass catcher.
Adjust handle height to suit°
Loss of drive
or slowing of
drive speed 2.
3.
4.
Belt wear,, 1. Checldreplace drive belto
Belt off of pulley. 2° Checldreinstall drive bell
Drive cable worn or broken. 3. Replace drive cable.
"Loose" drive control system. 4_ Adjust drive control.
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Montaje /Pre-Operaci6n ....................................23
Operaci6n .................................................. 24-27
Mantenimiento ............................................. 29-32
Programa de Mantenimiento .......................... 29
Servicio y Adjustes ...............................................32-33
Atmacenamiento .......................................... 33-34
Identificaci6n de problemas ..................... 34-35
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o Aqueltas piezas fungibtes que se desgastan por el uso normal, tales como las cuchiilas rotatorias
de la cortadora, los adaptad0res de las cuchillas, las correas, los filtros de aire y las bujfas.
* Aquellas reparaciones que haya que hacer debido a ma! use o negligencia por parte del operador,
incluidos el Arbol del clg{Jefial torcido u omislones refativas al armado, manejo o mantenimieno de
ta Segadora en un todo de acuerdo alas instrucciones provistas con el equipo.
La presente garant[a se aplicar_, solamente en tanto el art[culo sea usado en los Estados Unidos.
Esta garanfia le otorga a usted derechos legales especfficos; puede que usted tenga, ademAs, otros
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IMPORTANTE: Esta maquina cortadaora es capaz de amputar las manos y los manos y los pies y
de lanzar objetos. Si no se observan las instrucciones de seguridad siguientes se pueden producir
lesiones graves o la muerteo
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_,ADVERTENClA: Siempre desconecte et
alambre de la bujfa y p6ngalo donde no pueda
entrar en contacto con la bujfa, para evitar el
arranque por accidente, durante la preparaci6n,
el transporte, et ajuste o cuando se hacen
reparacioneso
_ADVERTENClA: Los bornes, terminales y
accesorios relativos de la bater[a contienen
plomo o compuestos de plomo, productos
qu[micos conocidos en el Estado de California
como causa de cancer y defectos al nacimiento
u otros daflos reproductivos. Lavar las manos
despu6s de manipularlos.
_[_PRECAUCI6N: El tubo de escape del motor,
algunos de sus constituyentes y algunos com-
ponentes del vehfculo contienen o desprenden
productos qufmicos conocidos en et Estado de
California como causa de cancer y defectos al
nacimlento u otros dafios reproductivos.
_PRECAUCl6N: Et silenciador y otras piezas
del motor Ilegan a sre extremadamente calien-
tes durante la operaci6n y siguen siendo calf
entes despu6s de que el motor haya parado.
Para evitar quemaduras severas, permanezca
lejos de estas Areas.
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I. OPERACION
• Antes de empezar, debe famitiarizarse
completamente con los controles y el use
cerrecto de la maquina. Para esto, debe leer
y comprender tedas las instrucciones que
aparecen en la maquina yen los manuales
de operaci6n
° No ponga las manes o los pies cerca o
debajo de las partes rotatorias. Mant_ngase
siempre lejos de ta abertura de la descargao
• Permita que solamente las personas re-
sponsables que est6n familiarizadas con las
instrucciones operen la m&quina.
° Despeje el _.reade objetos tales come pie-
dras, juguetes, alambres, huesos, palos, etc_
que pueden set recogidos y lanzados per tas
cuchillas.
° Aseg_rese que el _rea no se hallen per-
sonas, antes de segar,. Pare la m_quina si
alguien entra en el b.rea
• No opere la maquina sin zapatos o con
sandalias abiertas, P6ngase siempre zapatos
s61ide&
° No tire de la segadora hacia atr#.s a menos
que sea absoiutamente necesario. Mire
siempre hacia abajo y hacia detr#,s antes y
mientras que se mueve hacia atr&s.
° Nunca dirigir el material descargado hacia
las personas. Evitar descargar material
contra paredes o barreras. El material puede
retornar al operadon Para ta cuchilia cuando
se pasa per superficies de gravao
° No opere la segadora sin los respectivos
resguardos, las placas, el recogedor de
c6sped u otros aditamentos dise ados para
su protecci6n y seguridad.
• Refi_rase aias instrucciones det fabdcante
para el funcienamiente e instalaci6n de
accesorioso Use unicamente accesorios
aprobados per el fabricante.
, Detenga la cuchilla o las cuchiflas cuando
cruce per calzadas, calles o caminos de
grava.
°Parar el motor cada vez que se abandona el
aparato, antes de limpiar la segadora o de
remover residues del tube.
° Apagar el motor y esperar hasta que las
cuchittas est_n compietamente paradas
antes de remover et receptor de hierba
, Segar sotamente con fuz del d[a o con una
buena luz artificialr
- Ne opere la m_quina bajo la inffuencia del
alcohol o de las drogas..
• Nunca opere la maquina cuando la hierba
est6 mojada. Aseg0rese siempre de tener
buena tracci6n en sus pies; mantenga e!
mange firmemente y camine; nunca corra.
• Desconectar el mecanismo de propulsi6n
aut6noma o el embrague de transmisi6n en
las segadoras que Io tienen antes de poner
en marcha el motor.
, Si el equipo empezara a vibrar de una
manera anormal, pare el motor y revise de
inmediato par'a averiguar ia causa. General-
mente la vibraci6n suele indicar que existe
alguna averia,.
° Siempre use gafas de seguridad o anteojos
cen protecci6n lateral cuando opere la sega-
dora_
!1, OPERACION SOBRE LAS CUESTAS
Los accidentes ocurren con m_.sfrecuencia en
lag cuesta& Estos accidentes ocurren debido a
resbaladas o ca[das, las cuales pueden resultar
en graves tesiones. Operar la recertadora en
cuestas requiere mayor concentraci6n. Si se
siente inseguro en una cuesta, no la recorteo
HACER:
° Puede recortar a trav6s de la supedicie de
la cuesta, nunca hacia arriba y hacia abajo
Proceda con extrema precauci6n cuande
cambie de direcci6n en las cuestas.
°Renueva todos los objetos extrafios, tales
come guijarros, ramas, etc.
° Debe prestar atenci6n a hoyos, baches o
protuberancias. Recuerde que la hierba alta
puede esconder obst_culos.
NO HACER:
° No recorte cerca de pendientes, zanjas o
terraplenes. El operador puede perder la
tracci6n en los pies o et equitibrioo
° No recorte cuestas demasiado inclinadas.
o No recerte en hierba mojada. La reducci6n
en la tracci6n de la pisada puede causar
resbalenes.
III. NINES
Se pueden producir accidentes tr_gicos si el
operador no presta atenci6n a ]a presencia
de los niSos. A menudo, los nifios se sienten
atrafdos per la m_quina y per la actividad de
la siega. Nunca suponga que los nifos van a
permanecer en el mismo lugar donde los vie
per 01timavezo
° Mantenga ales nifios atejados del _rea de
la siega y bajo el cuidado estdcto de otra
persona adulta responsable_
• Est6 alerta y apague ia mAquina si hay nifios
que entran al =Srea,
• Antes y cuando este retrocediendo, mire
hacia atr#,s y hacia abajo para verificar si hay
nifios peque#,os.
° Nunca permita que los niSos operen la m,_-
quina.
° Tenga un cuidado extra cuando se acerque
a esqulnas donde no hay visibilidad, a los
arbustos, _rboles u otros objetos que pueden
interferir con su lfnea de visi6no
IV, MANEJO SEGURO DE GASOLINA
Usar mucha atenci6n cuando se maneja gaso-
lina. La gasolina es extremamente infiamable y
los vapores son explosivoso
° Apagar todos los cigarrillos, cigarros, pipas y
otras fuentes de ignici6n.
° Usar solo un contenedor apropiado,
, Nunca quitar el tap6n de la gasofina o a_adtr
carburante con el motor en marcha, Esperar
que el meter se enfrfe antes de repostar la
gasetina..
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