Craftsman 917.377610 Owner's Manual page 2

Warranty 2 Product Specifications 11
Safety Rules 2 Service and Adjustments 14
Assembly 4 Storage 14
Operation 6 Troubleshooting 16
Maintenance Schedule 10 Repair Parts 34
Maintenance 10 Parts Ordering Back Cover
LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANT( ON CRAFTSMAN POWER MOWER
For two years from date of purchase, when this Craftsman Lawn Mower is maintained,
lubricated, and tuned up according to the operating and maintenance instructions in the
owner's manual, Sears will repair free of charge any defect in material or workmanship.
If this Craftsman Lawn Mower is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty
applies for only 90 days from the date of purchaser
This Warranty does not cover:
• Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as rotary mower
blades, blade adapters, belts, air cleaners and spark plug,
• Repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence, including bent crank-
shafts and the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions con-
tained in the owner's manual.
Warranty service is available by returning the Craftsman power mower to the nearest
Sears Service CentedDepartment in the United States. This warranty applies only while
this product is in use in the United States.
This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which
vary from state to state.
SEARS, ROEBUCKAND CO_, D/817 WA, HOFFMAN ESTATES, ILLINOIS 60179
TRAINING:
Read this operator's manual carefully.
Become familiar with the controls and
know how to operate your mower proper-
ly. Learn how to quickly stop mower.
• Do not allow children to use your mower.
Never allow adults to use mower without
proper instructions.
o Keep the area of operation clear of all
persons, especially small children and
pets.
, Use mower only as the manufacturer
intended and as described in this manu-
al.
, Do not operate mower if it has been
dropped or damaged in any manner_
Always have damage repaired before
using your mower.
, Do not use accessory attachments that
are not recommended by the manufac-
turer. Use of such attachments may be
hazardous.
- The blade tums when the engine is run-
ning.
PREPARATION;
. Always thoroughly check the area to be
mowed and clear it of all stones, sticks,
wires, bones, and other foreign objects,
These objects will be thrown by the
blade and can cause severe injury.
- Always wear safety glasses or eye
shields when starting and while using
your mower,
° Dress properly. Do not operate mower
when barefoot or wearing open sandals.
Wear only solid shoes with good traction
when mowing.
° Check fuel tank before starting engine.
Do not fill gas tank indoors, when the
engine is running or when the engine is