Craftsman 917.370690 Owner's Manual page 4

• Never fillcontainers inside a vehicle, on
a truck o rtrailer b ed with aptastic liner.
Always place c ontainers onthe ground
away f rom your vehicle before filling.
• Remove gas-powered equipment from
the truck ortrailer and refuel itonthe
ground. Ifthis isnot p ossible, then
refuel such equipment with aportable
container, rather than from agasoline
dispenser nozzle.
• Keep t henozzle i ncontact with therim
ofthefuel t ank orcontainer opening at
alltimes u ntil fueling i scomplete. Do
not u se a nozzle l ock-open device.
• Iffuel i sspilled onclothing, change
clothing immediately.
° Never overfill fuel t ank.Replace gas
cap and tighten s ecurely.
V, GENERAL SERVICE
• Never run a machine inside a closed
area.
• Never make adjustments or repairs with
the engine (motor) running. Disconnect
the spark plug wire, and keep the wire
away from the plug to prevent accidental
starting.
* Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade
attachment bolts, tight and keep equip-
ment in good condition.
° Never tamper with safety devices. Check
their proper operation regularly.
. Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or
other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel
spillage. Allow machine to cool before
storing.
* Stop and inspect the equipment if you
strike an object. Repair, if necessary,
before restarting.
- Never attempt to make wheel height
adjustments while the engine is running.
. Grass catcher components are subject
to wear, damage, and deterioration,
which could expose moving parts or
allow objects to be thrown. Frequently
check components and replace with
manufacturer's recommended parts,
when necessary.
o Mower blades are sharp and can cut.
Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and
use extra caution when servicing them.
o Do not change the engine governor set-
ting or overspeed the engine.
. Maintain or replace safety and instruc-
tion labels, as necessary.
_,WARNING: This lawn mower is equipped with an internal combustion engine and
should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or
grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with 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 (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 available through your nearest Sears
Parts & Repair Center (See the REPAIR PARTS section of this manual).
Serial Number:
Date of Purchase:
Gasoline Capacity / Type: 1.6 Quarts (Unleaded Regular)
Oil Type (APi SG-SL): SAE 30 (above 32°F); SAE 5W-30 (below 32=F)
Oil Capacity: 20 Ounces
Spark Plug (Gap: .030") Champion RJ19HX
Blade Bolt Torque: 35-40 ft. ibs.
° The model and serial numbers will 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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