Craftsman 917.276920 Lawn Mower User Manual


 
Warranty ................................................ 2
Safety Rules .......................................... 3
Product Specifications ........................... 6
Assembly/Pre-Operation ....................... 8
Operation ............................................. 12
Maintenance Schedule ........................ 20
Maintenance ........................................ 20
Service and Adjustments ..................... 24
Storage ................................................ 31
Troubleshooting ................................... 32
Sears Service ........................ Back Cover
LIMITED WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN TRACTOR AND BATTERY
2-YEAR ON TRACTOR
When used and maintained according to the operator's manual instructions, if this tractor
fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within two years from the date of pur-
chase, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME® to arrange for free repair.
During the first 30 days of purchase, there will be no charge to service the product in
your home. For your convenience, in-home warranty service will still be available after
the first 30 days of purchase, but a trip charge will apply. This charge will be waived if
you transport the product to an authorized Craftsman drop-off location. For the nearest
authorized location, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®.
Tractor warranty coverage does not include:
Expendable items which become worn during normal use, including but not limited to
blades, spark plugs, air cleaners, belts, and oil filters.
Standard maintenance servicing, oil changes, or tune-ups.
Tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects, such as nails,
thorns, stumps, or glass.
Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, including but not limited to damage
caused by towing objects beyond the capability of the tractor, impacting objects that
bend the frame or crankshaft, or over-speeding the engine.
Repairs necessary because of operator negligence, including but not limited to electri-
cal and mechanical damage caused by improper storage, failure to use the proper
grade and amount of engine oil, failure to keep the deck clear of flammable debris,
or failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in the
operator's manual.
Engine (fuel system) cleaning or repairs necessary because of fuel determined to be
contaminated or oxidized (stale). In general, fuel should be used within 30 days of its
purchase date.
Normal deterioration and wear of the exterior finishes, or product label replacement.
The tractor battery, which is covered for only 90 days as stated below.
90-DAYS ON BATTERY
For ninety (90) days from the date of purchase, if the battery included with this tractor is
defective in material or workmanship (our testing proves it will not hold a charge), it will
be replaced free of charge.
During the first 30 days of purchase, there will be no charges to replace the battery in
your home. For your convenience, in-home warranty service will still be available after
the first 30 days of purchase, but a trip charge will apply. This charge will be waived if
you transport the battery to an authorized Craftsman drop-off location. For the nearest
authorized location, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®.
All tractor and battery warranty coverage is void if this product is used for commercial or
rental purposes.
This warranty applies only while this product is within the United States.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which
vary, from state to state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
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