GENERAL SAFETY RULES A WARNING! READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS. Failure to follow all instructions sifted below and on the machine may result in electric shook, fire, and for serious personal injury. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS » This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands so fat and throwing objects. Failure to observe all safety st ructions could result in serious injury or death u Do not pacts power tools in expensive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust.
GENERAL SAFETY RUL recommended for an extension cord 50 fest or less in fang. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord An undersized card will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overhearing. # WARNING: Use outdoor extension cards marked BWA. SOWS, ST-A, STOW-A, SIA, WITS-A, or STOWAWAY. These curds are rated for outdoor use and reduce the risk of electric shock.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES » Do not operate the mower without the entire grass catcher. discharge guard, rear guard, or other safety protective devices in place and working. » Follow manufacturer's instructions for props aeration ani installation of accessories. Only use accessories approved by the manufacturer, a Clear the work area before each uss. Remove ail Objects ssh us cooks, steaks, wire, bones, toys. of other objects which can be thrown by the blade.
f= Some of the following symbols may be used on his product. Please study her and foam their meaning.
\ (tre following signal wards and meanings are intended to explain te feels of risk associated wile ie product. SYMBOL SIGNAL... MEANING DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided could teas in death or serous injury. CAUTION Inmates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoids, may result in minor of moderate injury.
ELECTRICS DOUBLE INSULATION See Figure 5. Double insulation is a concept in safety in electric pone tools, which eliminates the need for the usual thirtieths grounded power card. All exposed metal parts are isolated from the internal metal motor components with protecting insulation. Double insulated tools do not reed to be grounded. A WARNING! READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS. Failure to follow all instructions sifted fief and on the machine may result in electric shook, fire.
ASSEMBLY UNPACKING This product requires assembly, a Carefully remove the product and any assonance from the hox. Make sure that all rems listed in the packing ist are included. = Inspect the product carefully to make sure no breakage or damages scoured during shipping.
OPERATION A WARNING! Do not allow familiarity with this type of product to make you careless. Remember that o careless fraction of a secant is sufficient ta inflict serious injury. A warning: Always wear safety goggles br safety glasses with side shields when opera fin this product. Failure 10 do so could result in objects being thrown inch your eyes, infesting in possible serious injury. A WARNING! Do nat use any attachments of accessories not commendatory by the manufacture of this proud.
OPERATION USING THE CORD RETAINER See Figure 11-13 This lawn mower is equipped with a cord retainer in order to vagrant the extension cord from disconnecting from the power cord while the maser sin use. The cord retainer hangs from the cord guide far NOTE: Do not plug the extension cord anti the outset until it has been colonnaded to the word retainer and plugged into the mower, To ise the ror retainer « Fold the extension cord in order to forming a tight loop near the retainer.
MAINTENANCE BARRING tern saving. se omg conical replacement pats. Use of any other parts may orate a hazard or cause product damage, A WARNING! Sways wear safety gaggles oe safety glasses with side syphilis during power tool operation or when bowing dust, If operation is dusty. aide wear a dust mask. GENERAL MAINTENANCE Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Mast plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use.
MAINTENANCE w Using # nineteenth file ar stone, sharpen putting edges on both ends of the blade, removing equal amounts of material from both and. BALANCING THE BLADE See Figure 18. When sharpening, tare should be taken to keep the blade balanced. An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration.
CRAFTSMAN 21in. 13A LAWN MOWER «~ MODEL NUMBER 138.37097 The model number wif be found on a label attached to the motor housing. Always mention te model number when calling ta abler repair parts.
CRAFTSMAN 21in. 13A LAWN MOWER «~ MODEL NUMBER 138.37097 — The model number wif be found on a label attached to the motor housing. Always mention te model number when calling ta abler repair parts. TO PURCHASE REPLACEMENT PARTS, CALL 1-800-489-4663 ITEM NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION ary 1 31101488-3 Upper handier says. 1 z 37107475 Com Jock says.
CRAFTSMAN 21in. 13A LAWN MOWER «~ MODEL NUMBER 138.37097 — The model number wif be found on a label attached to the motor housing. Always mention te model number when calling ta abler repair parts. TO PURCHASE REPLACEMENT PARTS, CALL 1-800-489-4663 TEM NO. PART NO.
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FUNCIONALMENTE USO DEL RETENEDOR DEL CABLE Vea los figuras 11 13, Esta podadora sets equipada con un retenedor de cable para vitar que la extensión eléctrica se desconecte del cable de alimentación mientras se encuentra en uso. El retenedor del cable cuelga desde ia barra guía de este. NOTA: No enchufe la extensión silenciario en el toma corriente hasta que ésta esté conectada al detenedor de cable y enchulada en fa podadora.