Craftsman 917.270711 - Manual (Page 2)

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Varranfy ......................................... ................. 2 Maintenance.............................. .................... 18
'afety Rules..................................... .
YoducT Specifications ................ 2 Service and Adjustments.... .................... 22
Storage...................................... .....................28
ssembly.......................................................... 8 Troubleshooting......................... .................... 29
)peration.......................................... .............. 12 Repair Parts................................ .................... 32
Maintenance Schedule....’!......., .............. 18 Parts Ordering........................... ....Back Cover
WARRANTY
.IMITED TVyO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT
■or two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is main-
ained, lubricated and tuned.up according to the instructions in the owner's manual,
ears will repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in material or
orkmanship.
his Warraniyjdpes not coven
Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as blades, spark
plugs, air cleaners, belts, etc.
Tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects, such as nails,
thorns, stumps, or glass.
Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, negligence, improper storage or acci­
dent or the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in
the owner’s manual.
Riding^quipment used for commercial or rental purposes.
.IMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY
-or ninety (90) days from date of purchase. If any battery included with this riding equlp-
ient proves defective in material or workmanship and our testing determines the bat-
sry will not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge. In-home warranty
ervice on your Craftsman riding equipment is available at no charge for 30 days from
ie date of purchase. Please contact your nearest service center. After 30 days from the
ate of purchase, warranty service is available by taking your Craftsman riding equip­
ment to your nearest Sears Service Center. (In-home warranty service will still be avail­
able after 30 days from the date of purchase but a standard trip charge will apply). This
warranty applies only while this product is in the United States. This Warranty gives you
ipecific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to
state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., D/817 WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
SAFETY RULES
]£NERAL OPERATION
Read, understand, and follow all instruc­
tions in the manual and on the machine
before starting.
Only allow responsible adults, who are
familiar with the instructions, to operate
the machine.
' Clear the area of objects such as rocks,
toys, wire, etc., which could be picked
up and thrown bv the blade.
Be Suremne ar^ is clear of other people
beforemiowing. Stop machine if anyone
enters the area.
Never, carry passengers.
Do not mow in reverse unless absolute­
ly necessary. Always look down and
behind before and while backing.
Be aware of the mower discharge direc­
tion and do not point it at anyone. Do
not operate the mower without either
the entire grass catcher or the guard in
place.
Slow down before turning.
Never leave a running machine unat­
tended. Always turn off blades, set park­
ing brake, stop engine, and remove
keys before dismounting.