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Assembly ................ J..:.,;._..._ ................. 8
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Mainte_ianr_'I-_" Sch_ule .........' _,......_........ 17
Maintenance ......................................... 17
Service and Adjustments ...................... 21
Storage ................................................. 27
Troubleshooting .................................... 28
Repair Parts ......................................... 32
Parts Ordering ....................... Back Cover
LIMI" WARRAN'I_Y ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT
For two_(2) ; fro_rnt_e d_te--_ofpurchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is main-
tained, iubr_cate_d ar_l tupedbp according to the instructions in the owner's manual
Sears _ill rePa,!"' or repla_ce, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in matenal or
workmanship. ! _ !
This Wb,rra_ty does not _over:.
• 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,
thoms, 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 equipment used for commercial or rental purposes.
LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BA'r-rERY
For ninety (90) days from date of purchase, if any battery included with this riding equip-
ment proves defective in material or workmanship and our testing determines the bat-
tery will not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge. In-home warranty
service on your Craftsman riding equipment is available at no charge for 30 days from
the date of purchase. Please contact your nearest service center. After 30 days from the
date of purchase, warranty service is available by taking your Craftsman dding 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
specific 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
GENERAL OPERATION _
• Read, understand, and follow all instruc-
tions in the manual and on the machine
before starting.
• Only allow responsible adults, _Nho 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 by the blade.
• Be sure the area is clear of other people
before mowing. Stop machine if anyone -
enters the area.
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• 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.