o Never fill containers
inside a vehicle, on
a truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner.
Always place containers
on the ground
away from your vehicle before filling.
o Remove gas-powered
equipment from
the 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 fuel 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
o 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 acci-
dental starting.
o Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade
attachment
bolts, tight and keep equip-
ment in good condition.
o Never tamper with 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 machine to cool before
storing.
o Stop and inspect the equipment if you
strike an object. Repair, if necessary,
before restarting.
o Never attempt to make wheel height
adjustments
while the engine is running.
o 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.
o Mower blades are sharp and can cut.
Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and
use extra caution when servicing them.
o Do not change the engine governor set-
ting or overspeed the engine.
o 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 exhaust 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 the 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:
1.5 Quarts (Unleaded
Regular)
Oil Capacity:
20 Ounces
Oil Type (API SG-SL):
SAE 30 (above 32°F); SAE 10W-30 (below 32°F)
Spark Plug:
Champion 8815 (Gap: .030")
Blade Bolt Torque:
35-40 ft. Ibs.
o 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.
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