Safety Rules; Product Specifications - Craftsman 917.28008 Operator's Manual

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Gasoline Capacity 3 Gallons/11,35 L
and type: Regular Unleaded
Oil Type: SAE 10W30 (above 32°F/0°C
(API: SG-SL) SAE 5W30 (below 32°F/0°C
Oil Capacity: 64 Oz.l1,96 L
Spark Plug: Champion RC12YC
(Gap: .030"/0.76 mm)
Charging System: 15 Amps @ 3600 RPM
Battery: AmpiHr: 28
Min. CCA: 230
Case size: U1R
Blade Bolt Torque: 45-55 Ft. Lbs./62-75 Nm
CONGRATULATIONS on your purchaseof
a new tractor. It has been designed, engi-
neered and manufactured to give you the best
possible dependability and performance.
Should youexperience any problem you can-
not easily remedy, please contact a Sears or
other qualified service center. We have com-
petent, well-trained representatives and the
proper tools to service or repair this tractor.
Pfease read and retain this manual. The
instructions will enable you to assemble
and maintain your tractor properly. Always
observe the "SAFETY RULES".
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
• Read and observe the safety rules.
• Follow a regular schedule in maintaining,
caring for and using your tractor.
• Follow instructions under "Maintenance"
and "Storage" sections ofthis manual.
. Wear proper Personat Protective Equip-
ment (PPE) while operatingthis machine,
including(at a minimum) sturdy footwear,
eye protection, and hearing protection.
Do not mow in shorts and/or open toed
footwear.
• Always letsomeone knowyou are outside
mowing.
In the state ofCaliforniathe above isrequired
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
avai[ablethroughyour nearest Searsservice
center (See REPAIR PARTS manual).
REPAIR PROTECTION AGREEMENTS
Congratulations on making a smart pur-
chase. Your new Craftsman® product is
designed and manufactured for years of
dependable operation. But like all products,
it may require repair from timeto time.That's
when having a Repair Protection Agreement
can save you money and aggravation.
Purchase a Repair Protection Agreement
now and protect yourself from unexpected
hassle and expense.
Here's what's included in the Agreement:
Expert service byour 12,000 professional
repair specialists.
• Unlimited service and no chargefor parts
and labor on all covered repairs.
Product replacement if your covered
product can't be fixed.
• Discount of 10% from regular price of
service and service-related parts not
covered by the agreement; also, 10% off
regular price of preventive maintenance
check.
• Fast help by phone - phone support
from a Sears representative on products
requiring in-home repair, plus convenient
repair scheduling.
Once you purchasetheAgreement, asimple
phone call is all that it takes for youto sched-
ule service. Youcan call anytime day or night,
or schedule a service appointment online.
Sears has over 12,000 professionalrepair
specialists, who have access to over 4.5
an internal combustion engine and should me KtnCl O TpOes y
not be used on or near any unimproved to hetp prolongthelifeofyournewpurchase
forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-
covered land unJessthe engine's exhaust
system is equipped with a spark attester
meeting applicable local or state taws (if
any). tf a spark arrester is used, it should
be maintained in effective working order by
the operator.
for years to come. Purchase your Repair
Protection Agreement today!
Some limitations and exclusions apply,
For prices and additional information call
1-800-827-6655,
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