Rules For Safe Operation - Craftsman INCREDI-PULL 316.794010 Operator's Manual

• Do not operate the engine faster than the speed needed to do the job. Do
not run the engine at high speed when not in use.
• Always stop the engine when operation is delayed or when walking from
one location to another.
• Stop the engine for maintenance, repair, to install or remove the blower
tubes. The unit must be stopped and the impeller no longer turning to
avoid contact with the rotating blades.
• If you strike or come into contact with a foreign object, stop the engine
immediately and check for damage. Do not operate before repairing
damage. Do not operate the unit with loose or damaged parts.
• Use only replacement parts or accessories recommended for this tool
that are distributed by Sears or a Craftsman outlet. Use of any
replacement parts or accessories purchased elsewhere may be
hazardous, and will also void your warranty.
• Never use this unit for spreading chemicals, fertilizers or other
substances which may contain toxic materials.
• To reduce fire hazard, replace faulty muffler and spark arrestor. Keep the
engine and muffler free from grass, leaves, excessive grease or carbon
build up.
• Turn the engine off and disconnect the spark plug for maintenance or repair.
• Never point the blower or blowing debris in the direction of people,
animals, or in the direction of windows. Always direct the blowing debris
away from people, animals, and windows. Use extra caution when
blowing debris near solid objects such as trees, automobiles, walls, etc.
This operator's manual describes safety and international symbols and pictographs that may appear on this product. Read the operator's manual for
complete safety, assembly, operating, maintenance,` and repair information.
SYMBOL MEANING
• SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL
Indicates danger, warning or caution. May be used in
conjunction with other symbols or pictographs.
• READ OPERATOR'S MANUAL
WARNING:
Read the operator's manual(s) and follow all
warnings and safety instructions. Failure to do so can result
in serious injury to the operator and/or bystanders.
• WEAR EYE AND HEARING PROTECTION
WARNING:
Thrown objects and loud noise can cause
severe eye injury and hearing loss. Wear eye protection
meeting ANSI Z87.1-1989 standards and ear protection when
operating this unit. Use a full face shield when needed.
• UNLEADED FUEL
Always use clean, fresh unleaded fuel
• ON/OFF STOP CONTROL
ON / START / RUN
• ON/OFF STOP CONTROL
OFF or STOP
• CHOKE CONTROL
1. • FULL choke position
2. • PARTIAL choke position
3. • RUN choke position

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

OTHER SAFETY WARNINGS
• Always disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance or
• Never store the unit, with fuel in the tank, inside a building where fumes
• Allow the engine to cool before storing or transporting. Be sure to secure
• Store the unit in a dry place, secured, or at a height to prevent
• Never douse or squirt the unit with water or any other liquid. Keep
• Keep these instructions. Refer to them often and use them to instruct other
• SAFETY AND INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS •
SYMBOL
accessing movable parts. See Replacing the Spark Plug.
may reach an open flame (pilot lights, etc.) or sparks (switches, electrical
motors, etc.).
the unit while transporting.
unauthorized use or damage. Keep out of the reach of children.
handles dry, clean, and free from debris. Clean after each use, see
Cleaning and Storage instructions.
users. If you loan this unit to others, also loan these instructions to them.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
MEANING
• DO NOT USE E85 FUEL IN THIS UNIT
WARNING:
It has been proven that fuel containing
greater than 15% ethanol will likely damage this engine and
void the warranty.
• THROWN OBJECTS CAN CAUSE SEVERE INJURY
WARNING:
Small objects can be propelled at high
speed, causing severe injury.
• KEEP BYSTANDERS AWAY
WARNING:
Keep all bystanders, especially children and
pets, at least 50 feet (15 m.) from the operating area.
• HOT SURFACE
WARNING:
Do not touch a hot engine. These parts get
extremely hot from operation and may cause severe burns. When
the unit is turned off the engine will remain hot for a short time.
• OIL
Refer to operator's manual for the proper type of oil.
• PRIMER BULB
Push primer bulb, fully and slowly, 10 times.
• VACUUMS – ROTATING IMPELLER BLADES CAN CAUSE
SEVERE INJURY
WARNING:
Stop the motor and allow the impeller to stop
before opening the vacuum door, installing or changing tubes
or bag, or before cleaning or performing any maintenance.
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