Craftsman 917330760 Owner’s Manual

Owner's Manual

"FLIP LID"

GRASS CATCH

FOR ROTARY LAWN MOWERS

Model Noo

917.330760

o Safety

° Assembly
° Operation

° Maintenance
° Repair Parts

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CAUTION:
Read and follow all

Safety Rules and Instructions
before operating this equipment

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

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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..

IoGENERAL OPERATION

• Read, undersland, and follow all
instruclions on lhe machine and in the

manual(s) before starling. Be thoroughly
familiar with the controls and lhe proper

use of lhe machine before slading

• Do not put hands or feet near or under
rotating pads. Keep clear of the dis-

,, If the equipment should start to vibrate

abnormally, stop the engine (motor) and
check immediately for the cause. Vibra-

lion is generally a warning of trouble.

• Always wear safety goggles or saiety
glasses with side shields when oper-
ating mower.

charge opening at all times.

• Only allow responsible individuals, who
are familiar with the instructions, to

operate the machine.

• Clear the area of objecls such as rocks,
toys, wire, bones, sticks, etc.., which

could be picked up and thrown by lhe
b_ade..

,, Be sure the area is clear of other people

before mowing Stop machine if anyone
enters the area.

• Do not operate the mower when bare-
foot or wearing open sandals Always

wear substantial foot wear

• Do not pull mower backwards unless
absolutely necessary. Always look down

and behind before and while moving
backwards..

- Do not operate Ihe mower without prop-
er guards, plates, grass catcher or other

safely protective devices in place..

• See manufacturer's instructionsfor
proper operation and inslallation of

accessories. Only use accessories ap-
proved by Ihe manufacturer

. 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 the chute.

• Shut the engine (motor) off and wait
unlit the blade comes to complete stop

before removing grass catcher

, Mow only in daylight or good artificial

lighL

• Do not operate the machine while under
the influence of alcohol or drugs.

. Never operate machine in wet grass..

Always be sure of your fooling: keep a
firm hold on Ihe handle and walk; never

run,

• Disengage the selFpropetied mech-
anism ordrive clutch on mowers so

equipped before starling Ihe engine

II. SLOPE OPERATION
Slopes are a maior faclor related to sfip

and fall accidents which can result in
severe injury°All slopes require extra cau-
tion,.If you feel uneasy on a stope, 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, elc

• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps Tall

grass can hide obstacles..

DO NOT:

,, Do not trim near drop-offs, ditches or

embankmenls The operalor could lose
footing or balance.

• Do not trim excessively steep slopes.

° Do not mow on wel grass.. Reduced

footing could cause slipping

t!!. CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator

is not alert to the presence ol children
Children are often attracted to the ma-

chine and the mowing activity Neveras-
sume that children will remain where you

last saw lhem..
,, Keep children out of lhe trimming area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult

. Be aled and turnmachine off if children

enter the area

° Before and whi_e walking backwards,

lookbehind and down for small children.

• Never atlow children to operate the
machine..

° Use extra care when approaching blind

corners, sflrubs, trees or other objects
that may obscure vision.

(molor)..

IV.SERVICE

. Use extra care in handling gasoline and

other fuels. They are flammable and

vapors are explosive.,

- Use only an approved conlainer_

-Never remove gas cap or add fuel
with the engine running Allow

engine to cool before refueling..
Do not smoke

- Never refuel the machine indoors

- Never store the machine or fuel
container inside where there is an

open flame, such as a water heater..

,, 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 lhe wire

away from the plug to prevent accidental
starting. For electric mowers, make

sure power source is unplugged..

- Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade
attachment bolts, tight and keep equip-

ment in good condition..

• Never tamper with safety devices.. Check
their proper operation regularly,

,, Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or

other debris build-up Clean oil or fuel
spillage. Allow machine to cool before
storing..

,, Stop and inspecl the equipment if you

strike an object Repair, if necessary,

before restading.

- Never attempt to make wheel height
adjustments while Ihe engine (motor) 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 componenls and replace with
manufacturer's recommended pans,

when necessary

,' Mower blades are sharp and can cut

Wrap lhe blade(s) or wear gloves, and
use extra caution when servicing them.. _,

- Do not change the engine governor set- .._
ling or overspeed the engine. ,'-'

_Look for this symbol to point out

important safety precautions, It means

CAUTIONLI BECOME ALERT]!t

YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED_

A WARNING: In order to prevent ac-
cidental starling when setting up, trans-

porting, adjusting or making repairs,
always disconnect spark plug wire and
place wire where it cannel contact plug.

,t_WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its

constituents, and certain vehicle compo-
nents cenlain 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

defecls or other reproductive harm. Wash
hands after handling.

_t, 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.

KNOW YOUR GRASS CATCHER
READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE ASSEMBLING OF]
OPERATING YOUR GRASS CATCHER.. Compare lhe illustrations with your Grass

Catcher to familiarize yoursetl with the parts before starting Ihe assembly. Study the
operating instructions and safety precautions thoroughly to ensure proper functioning el
your Grass Catcher and to prevent injury to yourself and otl_ers.. Save this manual lot

future relerence.

The operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign objects thrown into

the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear salely

glasses or eye shields while operating your lawn mower or performing

any adjustments or repairs We recommend standard safety glasses or
a wide vision safe_y mask worn over spectacles.,

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