Craftsman 486.248476 Operator's Manual

3Any power equipment can cause injury if operated improperly or if the user does not understand how to operate the equipment.Exercise caution at all times when using power equipment.• Read this operator's manual before attempting toassemble or operate the scoop attachment.• Read the vehicle owner's manual and know howto operate your vehicle before using the scoopattachment.• Never carry passengers in the scoop bucket. It hasnot been designed to carry passengers.• Never allow children to operate the vehicle or thescoop attachment.• Do not allow adults to operate the vehicle or scoopattachment without proper instructions.• Always begin with the transmission in first (low) andgradually increase speed as conditions permit.• Drive the tractor at reduced speed over rough terrainand hillsides or near creeks and ditches to preventtipping over and loss of control. Do not drive too closeto a creek or ditch.• Never ram the scoop into material at high speed.• Vehicle braking and stability may be affected withthe attachment of this scoop. Do not fill the scoopto maximum weight capacity without checking thecapability of the vehicle to safely drive and stop withthe scoop attached.• Before operating vehicle on any grade (hill) refer to thesafety rules in the vehicle owner's manual concerningsafe operation on slopes. Refer also to the slope guideon page 23 of this manual. Stay off steep slopes!• Follow maintenance and lubrication instructions asoutlined in this manual.SAFETY RULESLook for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means — Attention!! Becomealert!! Your safety is involved.ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTSWHEEL WEIGHT TIRE CHAINSThese and other accessories are recommended for use with your unit. Call 1-888-331-4569 to find out if they are available.If available, they may be purchased at most Craftsman outlets or by calling 1-888-331-4569.