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Product Spec i fi ca tions ........................... 4
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Maintenance Schedule .......................... 13
Maintenance ..................................... 13-16
Service and Adjustments.................. 16-17
Storage ............................................. 17-19
Troubleshooting ................................ 19-20
Sears Service ..........................Back Cover
TABLE OF CONTENTS
WARRANTY
SAFETY RULES
IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throw-
ing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious
injury or death.
Look for this symbol to point out
im por tant safety precautions. It means
CAU TION!!! BECOME ALERT!!!
YOUR SAFE TY IS INVOLVED.
WARNING: In order to prevent ac-
ci den tal starting when setting up, trans-
port ing, ad just ing or making repairs,
always dis con nect spark plug wire and
place wire where it can not come in con-
tact with plug.
WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its
constituents, and certain vehicle com po -
nents contain or emit chem i cals known
to the State of Cal i for nia to cause can cer
and birth defects or oth er re pro duc tive
harm.
WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and
related accessories contain lead and lead
compounds, chemicals known to the State
of Cal i for nia to cause can cer and birth
defects or oth er re pro duc tive harm. Wash
hands after handling.
CAUTION: Muffl er and other engine
parts become extremely hot during
operation and remain hot after engine has
stopped. To avoid severe burns on contact,
stay away from these areas.
LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTS MAN POWER MOWER
For two years from date of purchase, when this Crafts man Lawn Mower is maintained,
lubricated, and tuned up according to the operating and maintenance in struc tions in the
owner’s manual, Sears will repair free of charge any defect in material or work man ship.
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:
• Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as rotary mower
blades, blade adapters, belts, air cleaners and spark plug.
• Repairs necessary because of operator abuse or neg li gence, including bent crank-
shafts and the failure to main tain the equipment according to the instructions con-
tained in the owner’s manual.
Warranty service is available by re turn ing the Craftsman power mower to the near est Sears
Parts & Repair Center in the United States. This war ran ty ap plies only while this product
is used in the United States.
This Warranty gives you specifi c 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