Product Specifications; Customer Responsibilities; Repair Protection Agreements; Safety Rules - Craftsman 917.28858 Operator's Manual

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
!Gasoline Capacity 3 Galrons
and Type: Unleaded Regular
Oil Type SAE 30(above 32°F)
(API-SG-SL): SAE 5W30(below 32°F)
Oil Capacity: w/Filter: 64 oz
w!o Filter: 60 oz
Spark Plug: Champion QC12YC
(Gap: .040")
Ground Speed Forward: 5.2
Reverse: 2.9
Charging System: 16 Amps @ 3600 RPM
Battery: AmpiHr: 28
Min, CCA: 230
Case size: U1R
Blade Bolt 45-55 Ft. Lbs.
Torque:
CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of
a new tractor. It has been designed, engi-
neered and manufactured to give you the best
possible dependability and performance.
Should you experience any problem you 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 s_rvJce or repair this tractor.
Please read ar;d retain this manual. The
instructions wil_ _enable you to assemble
and maintain your tractor properly, Always
observe the "SAFETY RULES".
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
o Read and observe the safety rules.
i ollow a regularschedule in maintaining,
caring for and using your tractor.
Follow the instructions under "Mainte-
nance" and "Storage" sections of this
owner's manual.
_JlLWARNIN G: This tractor 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 ap-
plicable focal or state laws (ifany). If a spark
arrester is used, it should be maintained in
effective working order by the operator.
In the state of Californiathe above is required
by law (Section 4442 of the California Public
Resources Code). Other states may have
simitar laws. Federal laws apply on federat
lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is
availablethrough your nearest Sears service
center (See REPAIR PARTS manual).
REPAIR PROTECTION
AGREEMENTS
Congratulations on making asmart purchase.
Your new Craftsman® product is designed
and manufactured for years of dependable
operation. But like a[Iproducts, itmay require
repair from time to time. 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:
• Expertservicebyour12,000professional
repair specialists.
• Unlimited service and no charge for parts
and labor on all covered repairs.
• Product replacement if your covered
product can't be fixed.
• Discount of 10% from regular price of
service and service-re)ated parts not
covered by the agreement; also, 10% off
regular price of preventive maintenance
check,
• Fast help by phone - phone support
from a Sears representative onproducts
requiring in-homerepair, plus convenient
repair scheduling.
Once you purchase the Agreement, a
simple phone call is all that it takes for you
to schedule service, You can call anytime
day or night, or schedure a service appoint-
ment online.
Sears has over 12,000 professional repair
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
Protection Agreement today!
Some limitations and exclusions apply.
For prices and additional information call
1-800-827-6655.
SEARS INSTALLATION SERVICE
For Sears professional installation of home
appliances, garage door openers, water
heaters, and other major home items, inthe
U.S.A. call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®