Craftsman 2-N-1 Owners Manual - Page 4

• Neverfill containersinsidea vehicle, on a truck or trailer bedwith a plasticliner. Always place containerson the ground awayfrom yourvehicle beforefilling. • Removegas-poweredequipmentfrom the truck or trailerand refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible,then refuelsuch equipmentwith a portable container,ratherthan from a gasoline dispensernozzle. • Keepthe nozzle in contactwith the rim of the fuel tank or containeropeningat all times untilfueling is complete. Do not use a nozzlelock-opendevice. • If fuel is spilled on clothing,change clothingimmediately. • Neveroverfillfuel tank. Replacegas cap and tightensecurely. V. GENERAL SERVICE • Neverrun a machineinsidea closed area. • Nevermakeadjustmentsor repairswith the engine (motor)running.Disconnect the spark plug wire, and keepthe wire awayfromthe plug to preventaccidental starting. • Keepnuts and bolts, especiallyblade attachmentbolts, tight and keepequipmentin good condition. • Nevertamperwith safetydevices.Check their proper operationregularly. • Keepmachinefree of grass, leaves,or other debris build-up.Cleanoil or fuel spillage.Allow machineto coolbefore storing. • Stop and inspectthe equipmentif you strike an object. Repair,if necessary, before restarting. • Neverattemptto makewheel height adjustmentswhile the engine is running. • Grasscatchercomponentsare subject to wear, damage,anddeterioration, which could expose movingparts or allowobjectsto be thrown.Frequently checkcomponentsand replacewith manufacturer'srecommendedparts, when necessary. • Mowerbladesare sharpand can cut. Wrap the blade(s)or wear gloves,and useextra cautionwhen servicingthem. • Do not changethe enginegovernorsetting or overspeedthe engine. • Maintainor replacesafetyand instruction labels,as necessary. AWARNING: 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: 1.0 Quart (Unleaded Regular) Oil Type (API SG-SL): SAE 30 (above 32°F); SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) Oil Capacity: 20 Ounces Spark Plug (Gap: .030") Champion RJ19LM or J19LM Blade Bolt Torque: 35-40 ft. Ibs. • 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. 4