Craftsman 900.370511 Lawn Mower User Manual


 
LUBRICATION
Nolubricationisrequired.
IMPORTANT:Donotoilorgreaseplastic
wheelbearings.Viscouslubricantswill
attractdustanddirtandwil!shortenthe
lifeoftheself-lubricatingbearings.Ifyou
feeltheymustbelubricated,useonlya
dry,powderedgraphitetubelubricant
spanngly.
TIRES
Keeptiresfreeofgasoline,oilorinsect
controlchemicalswhichcanharm
rubber.
•Avoidstumps,stones,deepruts,sharp
objectsandotherhazardsthatmay
causetiredamage.
BLADECARE
Forbestresults,mowerblademustbe
keptsharp.Replacebentordamaged
blades.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
CLEANING
Release Operator Presence Control
Switch to turn mower off, wait for the
blade to stop, and unplug mower!
Use only mild soap and a damp cloth to
clean the mower. Clean out any clippings
which may have accumulated on the
underside of the deck.
PREVENTING CORROSION
Fertilizers and other garden chemicals
contain agents which greatly accelerate
the corrosion of metals. If you mow in
areas where fertilizers or chemicals have
been used, the mower should be
cleaned immediately after use.
_JkCAUTION: DO NOT pour or spray
water on the mower.
Do not store the toot on or adjacent to
fertilizers or chemicals. Such storage can
cause rapid corrosion.
MODEL NUMBER
POWER
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CUTTING WIDTH
BLADE BOLT TORQUE:
900.370510
120v 12 AmP
3600 RPM
19"
20-30 FT. LBS.
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4L_CAUTION: Before performing any
service or adjustments:
Release operator presence control
switch and stop motor.
Make sure the blade and all moving
parts have completely stopped.
Unplug power cord.
REAR DEFLECTOR
The rear deflector, attached between the
rear wheels of your mower, is provided to
minimize the possibility that objects will be
thrown out of the rear of the mower into
the operator mowing position. If the
deflector becomes damaged, it should be
replaced.
TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT
To adjust cutting height refer to "Adjust
Cutting Height" in Operation section of this
manual.
Immediately prepare your lawn mower for
storage at the end of the season or if the
unit wi!l not be used for 30 days or more.
LAWN MOWER
When lawn mower is to be stored for a
period of time, clean it thoroughly, remove
all dirt,grease, leaves, etc. Store in a
clean, dry area.
• Clean entire lawn mower (See
"CLEANING" in the Maintenance section
of this manual).
Be sure that all nuts, bolts, screws, and
pins are securely fastened. Inspect
movingparts for damage, breakage and
wear. Replace if necessary.
HANDLE
You can fold your lawn mower handle for
storage.
Ensure that the power cord has been
unplugged.
Loosen both handle knobs.
Carefully fold the handle forward over
the mower.
4J_CAUTION: DO NOT pinch cord
between handle and mower shroud.
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