Craftsman C944.526460, Руководство пользователя

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IMPORTANT
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
TRAINING
1. Read the operating and service instruction manual
carefully. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls
and the proper use of the equipment. Know how to
stop the unit and disengage the controls quickly.
2. Never allow children to operate the equipment.
Never allow adults to operate the equipment with-
out proper instruction.
3. Keep the area of operation clear of all persons,
particularly small children and pets.
4. Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling, espec-
ially when operating in reverse.
PREPARATION
1. Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment
is to be used and remove all doormats, sleds, boards,
wires, and other foreign objects.
2. Disengage all clutches and shift into neutral before
starting the engine.
3. Do not operate the equipment without wearing
adequate winter outer garments. Wear footwear
which will improve footing on slippery surfaces. Do
not wear long scarfs or loose fitting
clothing which
may become entangled in machinery.
4. Handle fuel with care; it is highly flammable.
(a) Use an approved fuel container.
(b) Never add fuel to a running engine or hot engine.
(c) Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care. Never
fill fuel tank indoors.
(d) Replace gasoline cap securely and wipe up
spilled fuel.
5. Use a grounded three-wire plug-in for all units
equipped with electric starting motors.
6. Adjust the impeller housing height to clear gravel
or crushed rock surface.
7. Never attempt to make any adjustments while the
engine is running (except where specifically recom-
mended by manufacturer).
8. Let engine and machine adjust to outdoor tempera-
tures before starting to clear snow.
OPERATION
1. Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating
parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all
times.
2. Exercise extreme caution when operating on or
crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads. Stay alert
for hidden hazards or traffic. Do not carry pass-
engers.
3. After striking a foreign Object, stop the engine,
remove the wire from the spark plug, thoroughly
inspect the snow thrower for any damage, and .re-
pair the damage before restarting and operating
the snow thrower.
4. If t:le unit should 'start to vibrate abnormally, stop
the engine and check immediately for the cause.
Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.
5. Stop the engine whenever you leave the operating
position, before unclogging the impeller housing
or discharge guide, and when making any repairs,
adjustments,
or inspections.
6. Take all possible precautions when leaving the
unit: shift into neutral, disengage the drive (prim-
ary) clutch, shut off the engine, and remove the
key.
7. When cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make
certain the impeller and all moving parts have
stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire, and keep
the wire away from the plug to prevent accidental
starti ng. Disconnect
the cord on electric starter
motor.
8. Do not run the engine indoors, except when start-
ing the engine and for transporting the snow
thrower in or out of the building. Open the outside
doors; exhaust fumes are dangerous.
9. Do not clear snow across the face of slopes.
Exercise extreme caution when changing direction
on slopes. Do not attempt to clear steep slopes.
10. Never operate the snow thrower without proper
guards, plates, or other safety protective devices
in place.
11. Never operate the snow thrower near glass en-
closures, automobiles, window wells, drop ofts, etc.
without proper adjustment of the snow discharge
angle. Keep children and pets away.
12. Do not overload the machine capacity by attempt-
ing to clear snow at too fast a rate.
13. Never operate the machine at high transport
speeds on slippery surfaces. Use care when
backing.
14. Never direct discharge at bystanders or allow
anyone in front of the unit.
15. Disengage power to the impeller when snow
thrower is transported or not in use.
16. Use only attachments and accessories approved
by the manufacturer of snow thrower (such as
electric starter kits, cabs, etc.).
17. Never operate the snow thrower without g.ood vis-
ibility or light. Always be sure of your footing, and
keep a firm hold on the handles. Walk; never run.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
1. Check shear bolts, engine mounting bolts, etc. at
frequent intervals for proper tightnes~ .to be sure
the equipment is in safe working conditIOn.
2. Never store the machine with fuel in the fuel tank
inside a building where open flame or spar~s a:e
present. Allow the engine to cool before storing In
any enclosure.
3. Always refer to owner's manual in.structions for
important details if the snow thrower
IS
to be stored
for an extended period.
4. Run the machine a few minutes after throwing snow
to prevent freeze up of the impeller.