Warranty
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Safety
Rules ..........................................
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Product
Specifications
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Assembly
/ Pre-Operation
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Operation
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Maintenance
Schedule
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Maintenance ......................................
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Service and Adjustments ........................
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Storage ..............................................
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Troubleshooting
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Repair Parts .......................................
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Sears Service ..........................
Back Cover
LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY
ON CRAFTSMAN
POWER MOWER
For two years from date of purchase, when this Craftsman
Lawn Mower is maintained,
lubricated, 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 workmanship.
If this Craftsman Lawn 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 and spark plug.
• Repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence, including bent crank-
shafts and the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions con-
tained in the owner's manual.
Warranty service is available by returning the Craftsman power mower to the nearest Sears
Parts & Repair Center in the United States. This warranty applies only while this product
is used 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., D/817 WA, Hoffman
Estates,
IL 60179
IMPORTANT:
This cutting machine is capable of amputating
hands and feet and throw-
ing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious
injury or death.
_¢LLookfor this symbol to point out
important safety precautions.
It means
CAUTION!H
BECOME ALERT!H
YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED.
_i, WARNING:
In order to prevent ac-
cidental starting when setting up, trans-
porting, adjusting or making repairs,
always disconnect spark plug wire and
place wire where it cannot come in con-
tact with plug.
_i,WARNING:
Engine exhaust, some of its
constituents,
and certain vehicle compo-
nents contain or emit chemicals
known to
the State of California to cause cancer and
birth defects or other reproductive harm.
A_,WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and
related accessories
contain lead and lead
compounds, chemicals
known to the State
of California to cause cancer and birth
defects or other reproductive
harm. Wash
hands after handling.
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CAUTION:
Muffler and other engine
parts become extremely hot during
operation and remain hot after engine has
stopped. To avoid severe burns on contact,
stay away from these areas.