Sears Craftsman 917.99296 Manual Del Operador página 2

Warranty .................................................. 2
Safety Rules ............................................ 3
Product Specifications ............................. 6
AssemblyfPre-Operation ......................... 8
Operation ............................................... 11
Maintenance .......................................... 17
Maintenance Schedule .......................... 17
Service and Adjustments ....................... 21
Storage .................................................. 26
Troubleshooting ..................................... 27
Sears Service .......................... Back Cover
Craftsman Riding Equipment Warranty
CRAFTSMAN FULL WARRANTY
FOR TWO YEARS from the date of purchase, all non-expendab]e parts of this riding equipment are
warranted against any defects in material or workmanship. A defective non-expendable part wi[I
receive free in-home repair or replacement if repair is impossible.
FOR FIVE YEARS from the date of purchase, the frame and front axle of this dding equipment are
warranted against any defects in material or workmanship.A defective frame or front axle will receive
free in-home repair or replacement if repair is impossible.
FOR 90 DAYS from the date of purchase, the battery (an expendable part) of this riding equipment
is warranted against any defects in material or workmanship (our testing proves that it will not hold a
charge). A defective battery will receive free in-home replacement.
ADDITIONAL LIFETIME LIMITED WARRANTY on CAST IRON FRONT AXLE (if equipped)
FOR AS LONG AS IT IS USED by the originalowner after the fifth yearfrom the date of purchase, the
cast iron front axle (ifequipped) ofthis ridingequipment is warranted against any defects in material or
workmanship.With proofof purchase, a defective castfront axle wilI receive free in-home replacement.
WARRANT_ "SERVICE
For warranty coverage details to obtain free repair or replacement, call 1-800-659-5917 or visit the
web site: wve, v .craftsman.com
In all cases above, if part repair or replacement is impossible, the riding equipment wilt be replaced
free of charge with the same or an equivalent model.
All of the above warranty coverage is void if this riding equipment is ever used while providing
commercial services or if rented to another person.
This warranty cevers ONLYdefects in materialand workmanship.Warrantycoverage does NOTinclude:
• Expendable parts (except battery) that can wear out from normal use within the warranty period,
including but not limited to blades, spark plugs, air cleaners, belts, and oil filters.
° Standard maintenance servicing, oil changes, or tune-ups.
° Tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects, such as nails, thorns,
stumps, or glass.
• Tire or wheel replacement or repair resulting from normal wear, accident, or improper operation or
maintenance.
• Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, including but not limited to damage caused by
towing objects beyond the capability of the riding equipment, impacting objects that bend the
frame, axle assembly or crankshaft, or over-speeding the engine.
• Repairs necessary because of operator negligence, including but not limited to, electrical and
mechanical damage caused by improper storage, failure to use the proper grade and amount
of engine oil, failure to keep the deck clear of flammable debris, or failure to maintain the riding
equipment according to the instructions contained in the operator's manual.
• Engine (fuel system) cleaning or repairs caused by fuef determined to be contaminated or oxidized
(stale). In general, fuel should be used within ;30days of its purchase date.
• Normal deterioration and wear of the exterior finishes, or product label replacement.
This warranty gives you specific lega] rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from
state to state.
Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
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