Intended Use - Craftsman CMCMWSP220 Instruction Manual


WARNING: Read all safety warnings and all
instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and
instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or
serious injury.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, read the
instruction manual.

Intended Use

This mower is designed for residential use.
DO nOT use under wet conditions or in presence of
flammable liquids or gases.
DO nOT let children come into contact with the tool.
Supervision is required when inexperienced operators use
this tool.
Definitions: Safety Alert Symbols and Words
This instruction manual uses the following safety alert
symbols and words to alert you to hazardous situations and
your risk of personal injury or property damage.

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 result in death or
serious injury.

CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury.

(Used without word) Indicates a safety related message.
NOTICE: Indicates a practice not related to
personal injury which, if not avoided, may result in
property damage.
IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNINGS AND
INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: To reduce risk of injury:
• Before any use, be sure everyone using this tool
reads and understands all safety instructions and
other information contained in this manual.
• Save these instructions and review frequently prior
to use and in instructing others.

WARNING: When using battery powered lawn
mowers, basic safety precautions should always be
followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and
personal injury, including the following:
READ All insTRUCTiOns
GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS AND
INSTRUCTIONS FOR ALL LAWN MOWERS

DANGER:
• This tool can be dangerous. Follow all warnings
and Safety Instructions in this manual. The operator is
responsible for following warnings and instructions in
this manual and on unit. Restrict use of this mower to
persons who read, understand and follow warnings and
instructions in this manual and on unit.
• Avoid dangerous environment – don't use lawn mowers
in damp or wet locations.
•
Don't Use In Rain.
• Keep Children Away – All visitors should be kept a safe
distance from work area.
• Dress Properly – Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry.
They can be caught in moving parts. Use of rubber gloves
and footwear is recommended when working outdoors.
• Use Safety Glasses – Always use face or dust mask if
operation is dusty.
• Use Right Appliance – Do not use lawn mower for any
job except that for which it is intended.
• Check for damaged parts. Before further use of the
mower, a guard or other part that is damaged should be
carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly
and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of
moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts,
mounting, and any other conditions that may affect their
operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should
be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service
center unless otherwise indicated elsewhere in this manual.
• Repairs and service. Repairs, maintenance and
any adjustments not specified in this manual should
be performed by authorized service centers or other
qualified service organizations, always using identical
replacement parts.
• Don't Force Lawn Mower – It will do the job better and
safer at the rate for which it was designed.
• Don't Overreach – Keep proper footing and balance at
all times.
• Stay Alert – Watch what you are doing. Use common
sense. Do not operate lawn mower when you are tired.
• Disconnect Lawn Mower – Remove the safety key and
battery packs from the mower when not in use, before
servicing, when changing accessories such as blades, and
the like.
• Store Idle Lawn Mower Indoors – When not in use, lawn
mower should be stored in an indoor dry and locked‑up
place – out of reach of children. Remove safety key and
battery packs.
• Maintain Lawn Mower With Care – Keep cutting edges
sharp and clean for best and safest performance.
Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.
•
Keep guards in place and in working order.
•
Keep blades sharp.
•
Keep hands and feet away from cutting area.
•
Objects struck by the lawn mower blade can cause severe
injuries to persons. The lawn should always be carefully
examined and cleared of all objects prior to each mowing.
•
If lawn mower strikes a foreign object, follow
these steps:
1. Stop lawn mower. Release the bail handle.
2. Remove battery packs and safety key.
3. Inspect for damage.
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