Customer Responsibilities; Maintenance Agreement; Product Specifications - Craftsman 502.25502 Owner's Manual

Congratulations on your purchase of a Sears Rider It has been
designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best
possible dependability and performance
If you experience any problems you cannot easily remedy, please
see your nearest Sears Service Department We have competent,
wet! trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this
unit
Please read and retain this manual The instructions will enable you
to assemble and maintain your unit properly Always observe the
"Safety Rules"
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
e Carefully read and follow the rules for safe operation Inspect
the unit
• Follow all the assembly instructions Carefully adjust the unit
e Know how to operate all standard and aceessary equipment on
the unit Make sure the operator can correctly operate the unit
e Operate the unit only with guards, shields and other safety
items in place and working correctly
e Complete all maintenance on the unit Service the unit only with
authorized or approved replacement parts
e See the Customer Responsibility / Maintenance Chart
NOTE: This unit is equipped with an inter nalcombustion engine and
must not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered,
brush-covered orgrass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust
system is equippedwith a spark attester meeting applicable local or
state laws (if any) tf a spark attester is used, it must 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
simiiar laws Federal laws apply on federal lands. See an Authorized
Service Center for a spark attester for the muffler
MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT
A Sears Maintenance Agreement is available on this unit See the
nearest Sears Store for information
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Craftsman Engine 10 HR
Charging System 3 amperes at 3600 rpm
Fuel TankSIze 3 quarts
Type of Fuel Unleaded Regular
Oil Capacity 32 ounces
Oil Type Above 32 degrees SAE 30 or 10W30
Below 32 degrees SAE 5W30
Spark Plug (Gap &030") Champion J-8C
Sears 71-33312
STD361458
Tire Air Pressure Front 24 psi
Rear 14 psi
All Gear Transaxle Five forward speeds and one reverse
Ground Speed Range Forward 0-43 mph
Reverse 0-2 1 mph
Tilt Seat The seat tilts forward for easy access to the battery
Side Panels Easily removed for access to the engine
Mower Housing The full-floating suspension and single blade
give an even cut A removable mulcher plate that lets you mulch the
grass and leaves The lift lever has eight positions from 1-1/2 to 4
inches
Blade Nut Torque 30 foot-pounds (ft-lbs)
RIDING LAWN MOWER
Record in the space below the serial number and the date
of purchase of this unit
The model number and serial number are found under the
seat on a decal attached to the seat support
Model Number: 502,255020
Serial Number:
Date of Purchase:
Keep these numbers for future reference.
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ON ELECTRIC START RIDING EQUIPMENT H
For two 2 years from the date,of purchase, if this riding equipment is manta ned, ubricated and tuned up acco d g I I
to the instructions in the owners manual Sears will repair or rep ace free of charge, any parts oundto be de ec ve I::l
in materia, or workmanship ft
This warranty does not cover: I_1
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e Expendable items which becorne worn during normal use, such as blades spark plugs, air cleaners and belts I: I
e Tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects, such as nails, thorns, stumps or glass I I
e Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, negligence improper storage or accident or the failure o ma a n | I
the equipment according to the instructions contained in the owner's manual I I
e Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes I. I
LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY
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For 90 days from the date of purchase, if any battery included with this riding equipment proves defect ve ma eral I I
or workmanship and our testing determines the battery will not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no I 1
charge
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WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING THE RIDING EQUIPMENT TO THE NEAREST SEARS | I
SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT IN THE UNITED STATES. ILI
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This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state Ii t
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