Sears 502.25502 User Manual
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Congratulations on your purchase of a Sears Rider It has been
designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best
possible dependability and performance.
If you experience any problems you cannot easily remedy, please
see your nearest Sears Service Department, We have competent,
well trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this
unit.
Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will enable you
to assemble and maintain your unit properly. Always observe the
"Safety Rules",
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
© Carefully read and follow the rules for safe operation. Inspect
the unit
© Follow all the assembly instructions. Carefully adjust the unit
© Know how to operate all standard and accessary equipment on
the unit. Make sure the operator can correctly operate the unit
© Operate the unit only with guards, shields and other safety
items in place and working correctly.
® Complete a)! maintenance on the unit Service the unit only with
authorized or approved replacement parts
© See the Customer Responsibility / Maintenance Chart,
NOTE; This urrit is equipped with an inter naicombustion engine and
must 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 arr ester is used, it must 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. See an Authorized
Service Center for a spark arrester for the muffler
MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT
A Sears Maintenance Agreement is available on this unit. See the
nearest Sears Store for information.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Craftsman Engine 10 HP,
Charging System 3 amperes at 3600 rpm
Fuel Tank Size 3 quarts
Type of Fuel Unleaded Regular
Oil Capacity 32 ounces
Oil Type Above 32 degrees SAE 30 or 10W30
Below 32 degrees SAE 5W30
Spark Plug {Gap 0.030”) Champion J-8C
Sears 71-33312
STD361458
Tire Air Pressure Front 24 psi
Rear 14 psi
Ail Gear Transaxle Five forward speeds and one reverse
Ground Speed Range Forward 0-4,3 mph
Reverse 0-2 1 mph
Tilt Seat The seat tilts forward for easy access to the battery
Side Panels Easily removed for access to the engine
Mower Housing The full-floating suspension and single blade
give an even cut A removable mulcher plate that lets you mulch the
grass and ¡eaves. The lift lever has eight positions from 1-1/2 to 4
inches
Slade Nut Torque 30 foot-pounds (jt-lbs)
RIDING LAWN MOWER
Record in the space below the serial number and the date
of purchase of this unit.
The mode! number and serial number are found under the
seat on a decal attached to the seat support
Mode! Number: 502.255020
Serial Number;
Date of Purchase:
Keep these numbers for future reference.
LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY
ON ELECTRIC START RIDING EQUIPMENT
For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this riding equipment is maintained, lubricated and tuned up according
to the instructions in the owner’s manual. Sears will repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective
in material or workmanship.
This warranty does not cover:
® Expendable items which become worn during norma! use, such as blades, spark plugs, air cleaners and belts
© Tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects, such as nails, thorns, stumps or glass
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Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, negligerice, improper storage or accident orthe failure to maintain
the equipment according to the instructions contained in the owner’s manuaL
® Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes
LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY
For 90 days from the date of purchase, if any battery included with this riding equipment proves defective ir* material
or workmanship and our testing determines the battery will not hold a charge. Sears will replace the battery at no
charge,
RETURNING THE RIDING EQUIPMENT TO THE NEAREST SEARS
SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT IN THE UNITED STATES.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., D/731CR—W, Sears Tower, Chicago, Illinois 60684.
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