Table Of Contents; Warranty; Safety Rules - Craftsman 917.379040 Owner's Manual

Warranty ............................................... 2
Safety Rules ......................................... 2
Assembly .............................................. 5
Operation .............................................. 6
Maintenance Schedule ...................... 10
Maintenance ....................................... 10
Product Specifications ........................ 11
Service and Adjustments .................... 14
Storage ............................................... 15
Troubleshooting ................................. 16
Repair Parts ........................................ 35
Pads Ordedng ..................... Back Cover
LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN POWER MOWER
For two years from date of purchase, when this Craftsman Lawn Mower is maintained,
lubdcated, 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 workman-
ship.
If this Craftsman Lawn Mower is used for commemial or rental purposes, this warranty
applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase.
This Warranty does not cover:
• Expendable items which become worn dudng 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
crankshafts and the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions
contained in the owner's manual.
Warrantyserviceis availableby returningthe Craftsmanpower mowerto the nearest
Sears Service Center/Departmentin the UnitedStates.This warrantyappliesonly
whilethisproductis in use in the United States.
ThisWarranty gives you specificlegal rights,and you may also have other rightswhich
varyfrom state tostate.
Sears, Roebuckand Co., D/817 WA, HoffmanEstates,Illinois60179
IMPORTANT: This cuttingmachineis capable of amputatinghandsand feet and
throwingobjects.Failureto observethe following safety instructions could resultin
seriousinjuryor death.
I.GENERAL OPERATION
• Read, understand, and follow all
instructions on the machine and in the
manual(s) before starting. Be thor-
oughly familiar with the controls and
the proper use of the machine before
starting.
• Do not put hands or feet near or under
rotating parts. Keep clear of the
discharge opening at all times.
• Only allow responsible individuals,
who are familiar with the instructions, to
operate the machine.
• Clear the area of objects such as
rocks, toys, wire, bones, sticks, etc.,
which could be picked up and thrown
by the blade.
• Be sure the area is clear of other
people before mowing.Stop machine if
anyone enters the area.
• Do not operatethe mower when
barefootor wearing open sandals.
Always wear substantialfoot wear.
• Do not pull mowerbackwardsunless
absolutelynecessary.Always look
down and behindbefore and while
moving backwards.
• Do not operate the mowerwithout
properguards, plates,grass catcher or
other safety protectivedevices in place.
• Sea manufacturer'sinstructions for
proper operationand installationof
accessories.Only use accessories
approvedby the manufacturer.
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