Craftsman 917.386411 Lawn Mower User Manual


 
Safety Rules 2 Maintenance Schedule 9
Product Specifications 10 Service and Adjustments 11
Maintenance 7 Storage 12
Warranty 2 Troubleshooting 13-14
Assembly 5 lUustrated Parts List 28-30
Operation 6 Parts Ordering Back Cover
LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN POWER MOWER
For two years from date of purchase, when this Craftsman Lawn Mower is maintained,
lubricated, and tuned up according to the operating and maintenance instructions in the
owner's manual, Sears will repair free of charge any defect in material or workmanship.
If this Craftsman Lawn Mower is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty
applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase.
This Warranty does not cover:
o Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as rotary mower
blades, blade adapters, and belts_
o Repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence, including bent crank-
shafts and the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions con-
tained in the owner's manual.
WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE by returning the Craftsman power mower to the
nearest Sears Service Center/Department in the United States. This warranty applies
only while this product is in use in 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.,D/817 WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 USA
CAUTION: Do not attempt to operate this mower until you have read thoroughly and
understand completely all instructions, safety rules, etc. contained in this manual,
Failure to comply can result in accidants involving fire, electric shock, or serious
personal injury, Save Owner's Manual and review frequently for continuing safe opera-
tion and instructing others who may use this mulching mower.
Safety standards require an Operator
Presence Control Bar to minimize the risk of
injury. Your unit is equipped with such a
Control Bar, Do not attempt to defeat its
function under any circumstances°
TRAINING:
o Read this operator's manual carefully.
Become familiar with the controls and
know how to operate your mower properly,
Learn how to quicl'Jy stop mower.
o Do not allow children to use your mower.
Never allow adults to use mower without
proper instructions.
o Keep the area of operation clear of all
persons, especially small children and pets.
Use mower only as the manufacturer
intended and as described in this manual.
Do not operate mower if it has been
dropped or damaged in any manner,
Always have damage repaired before Qsing
your mower.
o Do not use accessory attachments that are
not recommended by the manufacturer.
Use of such attachments may be hazard-
ous.
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