General Service - Craftsman 917.371801 Owner's Manual

• Remove gas-powered equipmentfrom
the truck or trailer and refuel it on the
ground. If this is not possible, then
refuel such equipmentwith a portable
container, rather than from a gasoline
dispenser nozzle.
• Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim
of the fuel tank or container opening at
all times until fueling is complete. Do
not use a nozzle lock-opendevice.
• If fuel is spilledon clothing, change
clothing immediately.
• Never overfill fuel tank. Replacegas
cap and tighten securely.
V. GENERAL SERVICE
• Never run machine inside a closed area.
• Never make adjustments or repairs with
the engine(motor)running.Disconnectthe
spark plug wire, and keep the wire away
from plug to prevent accidentalstarting.
• Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade
attachment bolts, tight and keep equip-
ment in good condition.
• Never tamperwith safetydevices. Check
their proper operation regularly.
• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or
otherdebrisbuild-up.Cleanoil orfuel spill-
age.Allow machineto coolbeforestoring.
• Stop and inspectthe equipment if you
strike an object. Repair, if necessary,
before restarting.
• Never attempt to make wheel height
adjustmentswhile the engine is running.
• Grass catcher componentsare subject
to wear, damage, and deterioration,
which could expose moving parts or
allow objects to be thrown. Frequently
check componentsand replace with
manufacturer'srecommended parts,
when necessary.
• Mower blades are sharp and can cut.
Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and
use extra caution when servicing them.
• Do not changethe engine governor set-
ting or overspeed the engine.
• Maintain or replace safety and instruc-
tion labels, as necessary.
AWARNING: This lawn mower is equippedwith an internal combustionengine and
should not be used on or near any unimprovedforest-covered,brush-coveredor
grass-coveredland unless the engine's exhaustsystem is equippedwith 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 (Section4442 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 PARTSsection of this manual).
Serial Number:
Date of Purchase:
Gasoline Capacity/Type: 1.6 Quarts (UnleadedRegular)
Oil Capacity: 20 Ounces
Oil Type (API SG-SL): SAE 30 (above 32°F); SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F)
Spark Plug: Champion RC12YC (Gap: .030")
Blade Bolt Torque: 35-40 ft. Ibs.
The model and serial numberswill 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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