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Safety Rules; Product Specifications - Craftsman 917.99296 Operator's Manual

Lawn tractor 18.5 hp, 42" mower electric start 6 speed transaxle

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PRODUCT
SPECIFICATIONS
Gasoline Capacity
1,50 Gal!ons/5,67
L
and type:
Regular Unleaded
Oil Type:
8AE 30 (above 32°F/0°C)
(API: 8G-SL)
SAE 5W30 (below 32°F/0_C
Oil Capacity:
W/FiJter:
56 Ozji.65
L
W!out Filter: 48 Oz./I.4
L
Spark Plug:
Champion
RC12YC
(Gap: ,030"/0,76 mm)
Charging
3 Amps Battery
System:
5 Amps Headlights
Battery:
Amp/Hr:
28
Min. CCA:
230
Case size:
U1R
Blade Bolt Torque:
45-55 Ft. Lbs.t62-75
Nm
CONGRATULATIONS onyour purchase of
a new tractor. It has been designed, engi-
neered and manufacturedto giveyouthe best
possible dependability and performance.
Should you experience any problemyou 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.
Please read and retain this manual. The
instructions wilt enable you to assemble
and maintain your tractor properly. Always
observe the "SAFETY RULES".
CUSTOMER
RESPONSIBILITIES
• Read and observe the safety rules.
o Follow a regular schedule in maintaining,
caring for and usingyourtractor.
• Follow instructionsunder "Maintenance"
and "Storage" sections of thismanual.
, Wear proper Personal Protective Equip-
ment (PPE) while operatingthismachine,
including (at a minimum) sturdyfootwear,
eye protection, and hearing protection.
Do not mow in shorts andlor open toed
footwear.
° Always let someone know you are outside
mowing.
_ILWARNtNG: This tractor is equipped with
an internalcombustion 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 arrestor meeting ap-
plicable local orstate laws (if any). Ifa spark
arrestor is used, it should be maintained
in effective working order by the operator.
In the state of Californiathe 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
availablethrough your nearest Sears service
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 fromtimetotime. 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 12,000professional
repair specialists.
Unlimited service and nochargefor parts
and labor on afl 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 preventivemaintenance
check.
Fast help by phone - phone support
from a Sears representative on products
requiring in-home repair,plus convenient
repair scheduling.
Once you purchase the Agreement, asimp_e
phone call isall that it takes for you to 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
million quality parts and accessories. That's
the kind of professionalism you can count on
to help prolong the life of your new purchase
for years to come. Purchase your Repair
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and exclusions apply.
For prices and additional information call
1-800-827-6655.
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