Craftsman 917.385120 Lawn Mower User Manual


 
Neverfill containersinsidea vehicle,on
a truck or trailer bedwith a plasticliner.
Always placecontainerson the ground
awayfrom yourvehiclebeforefilling.
Removegas-poweredequipmentfrom
thetruck or trailerand refuel it on the
ground. Ifthis is notpossible,then
refuelsuch equipmentwith a portable
container,ratherthan from a gasoline
dispensernozzle.
Keepthe nozzlein contactwith the rim
of the fueltank or containeropeningat
all times untilfueling iscomplete. Do
not usea nozzlelock-opendevice.
Iffuel isspilled on clothing,change
clothingimmediately.
Neveroverfillfuel tank. Replacegas
cap and tightensecurely.
V. GENERAL SERVICE
Neverrun a machineinsidea closed
area.
Nevermakeadjustmentsor repairswith
theengine (motor)running.Disconnect
thespark plugwire, and keepthewire
awayfromthe plugto preventaccidental
starting.
Keepnutsand bolts,especiallyblade
attachmentbolts,tight and keepequip-
mentin goodcondition.
Nevertamperwithsafetydevices.Check
their properoperationregularly.
Keepmachinefree of grass, leaves,or
other debrisbuild-up.Cleanoil or fuel
spillage.Allow machineto coolbefore
storing.
Stopand inspectthe equipmentif you
strikean object. Repair,if necessary,
beforerestarting.
Neverattemptto makewheelheight
adjustmentswhiletheengine is running.
Grasscatchercomponentsare subject
to wear, damage,anddeterioration,
whichcouldexposemovingpartsor
allowobjectsto be thrown.Frequently
checkcomponentsand replacewith
manufacturer'srecommendedparts,
when necessary.
Mowerbladesare sharpand cancut.
Wrapthe blade(s)orwear gloves,and
useextra cautionwhenservicingthem.
Donot changethe enginegovernorset-
ting or overspeedthe engine.
Maintainor replacesafetyand instruc-
tion labels,as necessary.
AWARNING: This lawn mower is equipped with an internal combustion engine and
should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or
grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark
arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it
should be maintained in effective working order by the operator.
In the state of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California
Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on
federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest Sears
Parts & Repair Center (See the REPAIR PARTS section of this manual).
Serial Number:
Date of Purchase:
Gasoline Capacity / Type: 1.0 Quart (Unleaded Regular)
Oil Type (API SG-SL): SAE 30 (above 32°F); SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F)
Oil Capacity: 20 Ounces
Spark Plug (Gap: .030") Champion RJ19LM or J19LM
Blade Bolt Torque: 35-40 ft. Ibs.
The model and serial numbers will be found on a decal on the rear of the lawn mower
housing. Record both serial number and date of purchase in space provided above.
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