Sears 917.372301 - Manual (Page 2)

CRAFTSMAN quality LAWN CARE equipment
TWO YEAR UMITED WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN POWER MOWER
For two years from the date of purchase, when this Craftsman power mower is maintained, lubri­
cated and tuned-up according to the instructions in the owner's manual, Sears will repair, free of
charge, any defect in material and workmanship
If this Craftsman power mower is used for commercial 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 during normal use, such as rotary mower blades, blade
adapters, belts, air cleaners ond spark plugs
- Repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence, including bent crank-shafts and the
failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in the owner's manual
WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING THE CRAFTSMAN POWER MOWER TO THE NEAR­
EST SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT 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, ROEBUCK and CO, Department 698/731A Sears Tower, Chicago, III. 60684
MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT
A SEARS MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT IS AVAILABLE ON THIS PRODUCT, CONTACT YOUR NEAREST
SEARS STORE FOR DETAILS,
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
Read and observe the rules for safe use. Always use care when using your lawn mower. Keep away
from moving parts
DO NOT work on your lawn mower with engine running. Always keep your lawn mower dean.
Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and using your lawn mower. A well cared for
mower will run and last longer.
Follow the instructions under "Maintenance" and "Storage" sections of this Owner's Manual
Blade, blade flange, air cleaner/air filter, spark plug are expendable parts which are your respon­
sibility
TABLE OF CONTENTS
WARRANTY............ ............................................................................................................................................ 2
KNOW YOUR CRAFTSMAN MOWER,,.............................................................................................................. 3
RULES FOR SAFE USE...................................................................................................................................... 4
HELP YOUR LAWN MOWER LAST LONGER....................................................................................................5
HOW TO SET-UP YOUR MOWER.................................................................................................................. 6
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE.............................................................................................................................8
HOW TO USE YOUR MOWER........................................................................................................................... 9
MAINTENANCE................................................................................................................................................. 11
STORAGE.......................................................................................................................................................... 15
REPAIR PARTS ,.,.......................................................................................................................................... 17
ENGINE REPAIR PARTS................................................................................................................................. 24
TROUBLE SHOOTING.................................................................................................................................... 27