Craftsman 13B226JD299 Manual De Usuario

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
GENERAL OPERATION
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Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the 
manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate. Keep this manual in 
a safe place for future and regular reference and for ordering replacement 
parts.
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Be familiar with all controls and their proper operation. Know how to stop 
the machine and disengage them quickly.
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Never allow children under 14 years old to operate this machine. Children 14 
years old and over should read and understand the operation instructions 
and safety rules in this manual and should be trained and supervised by a 
parent.
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Never allow adults to operate this machine without proper instruction.
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To help avoid blade contact or a thrown object injury, keep bystanders, 
helpers, children and pets at least 75 feet from the machine while it is in 
operation. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.
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Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used. Remove 
all stones, sticks, wire, bones, toys, and other foreign objects which could 
be picked up and thrown by the blade(s). Thrown objects can cause serious 
personal injury.
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Plan your mowing pattern to avoid discharge of material toward roads, 
sidewalks, bystanders and the like. Also, avoid discharging material against 
a wall or obstruction which may cause discharged material to ricochet back 
toward the operator.
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Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during operation and while 
performing an adjustment or repair to protect your eyes. Thrown objects 
which ricochet can cause serious injury to the eyes.
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Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and close-fitting slacks and shirts. 
Loose fitting clothes and jewelry can be caught in movable parts. Never 
operate this machine in bare feet or sandals.
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Be aware of the mower and attachment discharge direction and do not point 
it at anyone. Do not operate the mower without the discharge cover or entire 
grass catcher in its proper place.
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Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the cutting deck. 
Contact with the blade(s) can amputate hands and feet.
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A missing or damaged discharge cover can cause blade contact or thrown 
object injuries.
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Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads and while not 
cutting grass.
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Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways. This machine is 
not intended for use on any public roadway.
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Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
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Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.
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Never carry passengers.
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Disengage blade(s) before shifting into reverse. Back up slowly. Always look 
down and behind before and while backing to avoid a back-over accident.
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Slow down before turning. Operate the machine smoothly. Avoid erratic 
operation and excessive speed.
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Disengage blade(s), set parking brake, stop engine and wait until the 
blade(s) come to a complete stop before removing grass catcher, emptying 
grass, unclogging chute, removing any grass or debris, or making any 
adjustments.
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Never leave a running machine unattended. Always turn off blade(s), set 
parking brake, stop engine and remove key before dismounting.
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Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck. 
This machine should not be driven up or down ramp(s), because the machine 
could tip over, causing serious personal injury. The machine must be pushed 
manually on ramp(s) to load or unload properly.
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Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn. Do not touch.
 WARNING
This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not 
followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of 
yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual 
before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these 
instructions may result in personal injury. When you see this symbol, HEED 
ITS WARNING!
 WARNING
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components 
contain or emit chemicals known to State of California to cause cancer and 
birth defects or other reproductive harm. 
Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead 
compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and 
reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
 DANGER
This machine was built to be operated according to the safe operation 
practices in this manual. As with any type of power equipment, 
carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in serious injury. 
This machine is capable of amputating fingers, hands, toes and feet and 
throwing debris. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could 
result in serious injury or death.
 WARNING
Your Responsibility—Restrict the use of this power machine to 
persons who read, understand and follow the warnings and instructions in 
this manual and on the machine. 
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!