Craftsman 917.270851 Owner's Manual page 2

Warranty _.............................................. 2
Safety Rules .......................................... 2
P_'oduct Specifications .......................... 5
Assembly ..................... :........................ 8
Operation ........................................... 1-1
Maintenance Schedule ..................... 17
Maintenance .: ................................... 17
Service andAdjustments .................... 21
Storage ............................................... 27
Troubleshooting ................................ 28
Repair Parts ........................................ 32
Parts Ordering ..................... Back Cover
LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT
For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipmenfis
maintained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner's
manual, Sears will repair or replace, free of charge, anyparts found to be detective in
material or workmanship.
This Warranty does not cover:
• Expendable items which become worn during normatuse, such as blades, spark
p!ugs, air cleanerS, belts, etc.
• Tire replacement or repair caused by puncturesfrom outside objects, such as nails,
thorns, stumps, or glass.
• Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, negligence, improper storage or acci-
dent or the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained
in the owner's manual.
• Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes•
LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BAI-f'ERY
For ninety (90) days from date of purchase, if any battery included with this rid!ng
equipment proves defective in material or workmanship and our testing determines the
battery will not hold a charge, Sears will replace the bakery at no charge. In-home
warranty service on your Craftsman riding equipment is available at no charge for 30
days from the date of purchase• Please contact your nearest service center• After 30
days from the date of purchase, warranty service is available by taking your Craftsman
riding equipment to your nearest Sears Service Center. (In-home warranty service will
still be available after 30 days from the date of purchase but a standard trip charge will
apply). This warranty applies only while this product is in the United States. This
Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may
vary from state to state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., D/817 WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is
capable of amputating hands and feet
and throwing objects. Failure to observe
_he following safety instructions could
-esult in serious injury or death.
_ENERAL OPERATION
• ;_ead, understand, and follow all in-
structions in the manuai and on the
machine before starting.
. Only allow responsible adults, who are
familiar with the instructions, to oper-
ate the machine•
C!ear the area of objects such as
rocks, toys, wire, etc., which could be
picked up and thrown by the blade.
• Be sure the area is clear of other
people before mowing. Stop machine
if anyone enters the area.
• Never carry passengers.
, De not mow in reverse unless abso-
iutety necessary• Always took down
and behind before and while backing.
• Be aware of the mower discharge di-
rection and do not point it at anyone.
Do not operate the mower without ei-
ther the entire grass catcher or the
guard in place.
, ,Glow down _efore turning.
• Never leave a running machine unat-
tended. Always turn off blades, set
parking brake, stop engine, and re-
2 move keys before dismounting.