Specifications; General Service - Craftsman 917.377030 Owner's Manual

• Removegas-poweredequipmentfrom
the truck or trailerand refuel it on the
ground. If this is not possible,then
refuelsuch equipmentwith a portable
container,ratherthan from a gasoline
dispensernozzle.
• Keepthe nozzle in contactwith the rim
of the fuel tank or containeropeningat
all times untilfueling is complete. Do
not use a nozzlelock-opendevice.
• If fuel is spilled on clothing,change
clothingimmediately.
• Neveroverfillfuel tank. Replacegas
cap and tightensecurely.
V. GENERAL SERVICE
• Neverrun machineinsidea closedarea.
• Never make adjustmentsor repairs with
theengine(motor)running.Disconnect t he
spark plug wire, and keepthe wire away
from plug to preventaccidentalstarting.
• Keepnuts andbolts, especiallyblade
attachmentbolts,tight and keepequip-
ment in good condition.
• Nevertamperwith safetydevices.Check
their proper operationregularly.
• Keep machinefree of grass, leaves, or
otherdebrisbuild-up.Cleanoilorfuelspill-
age.Allow machinetocoolbeforestoring.
• Stop and inspectthe equipmentif you
strike an object. Repair,if necessary,
beforerestarting.
• Neverattemptto makewheel height
adjustmentswhile the engine is running.
• Grasscatchercomponentsare subject
to wear, damage,anddeterioration,
which could expose movingparts or
allow objectsto be thrown.Frequently
checkcomponentsand replacewith
manufacturer'srecommendedparts,
when necessary.
• Mowerbladesare sharpand can cut.
Wrap the blade(s)or wear gloves,and
useextra cautionwhen servicingthem.
• Do not changethe enginegovernorset-
ting or overspeedthe engine.
• Maintainor replacesafetyand instruc-
tion labels,as necessary.
AWARNING: 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 Capacity: 20 Ounces
Oil Type (API SG-SL): SAE 30 (above 32°F); SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F)
Spark Plug: Champion RC12YC (Gap: .030")
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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