• Neverfill containersinside a vehicle,on
a truck or trailerbed with a plastic liner.
Alwaysplace containerson the ground
awayfrom your vehiclebeforefilling.
• Removegas-poweredequipmentfrom
the truck or trailer and refuel it on the
ground. If this is not possible,then
refuel such equipmentwith a portable
container,ratherthan from a gasoline
dispensernozzle.
• Keepthe nozzle in contact with the rim
of the fuel tank or containeropening at
all times until fueling is complete. Do
not use a nozzle lock-opendevice.
• If fuel is spilled on clothing,change
clothing immediately.
• Neveroverfillfuel tank. Replacegas
cap and tightensecurely.
V. GENERAL SERVICE
• Neverrun a machine inside a closed
area.
• Nevermake adjustmentsor repairs with
the engine (motor) running.Disconnect
the spark plug wire, and keepthe wire
awayfrom the plug to preventaccidental
starting.
• Keepnuts and bolts, especiallyblade
attachmentbolts, tight and keepequip-
ment in good condition.
• Nevertamper with safetydevices.Check
their proper operationregularly.
• Keepmachinefree of grass, leaves,or
other debris build-up.Clean oil or fuel
spillage.Allow machineto cool before
storing.
• Stop and inspectthe equipmentif you
strike an object.Repair, if necessary,
beforerestarting.
• Neverattemptto make wheel height
adjustmentswhile the engine is running.
• Grasscatchercomponentsare subject
to wear, damage,and deterioration,
which could expose moving parts or
allow objectsto be thrown.Frequently
check componentsand replacewith
manufacturer'srecommendedparts,
when necessary.
• Mowerbladesare sharp and can cut.
Wrap the blade(s)or wear gloves,and
use extra caution when servicingthem.
• Do not change the enginegovernorset-
ting or overspeedthe engine.
• Maintainor replacesafety and instruc-
tion labels, as necessary.
Serial Number:
Date of Purchase:
GasolineCapacity/Type:
1.6 Quarts (UnleadedRegular)
Oil Type (API SG-SL):
SAE 30 (above32°F);SAE 5W-30 (below32°F)
Oil Capacity:
20 Ounces
Spark Plug (Gap: .030")
ChampionRJ19LM or J19LM
Blade BoltTorque:
35-40 ft. Ibs.
• The model and serial numberswill be found on a decal on the rear of the lawn mower
housing. Record both serial numberand date of purchasein space providedabove.
Repair Protection Agreements
Congratulations
on making
a smart
pur-
chase. Your new Craftsman®
product
is
designed
and manufactured
for years
of
dependable
operation.
But like all prod-
ucts, it may require
repair from time to
time. That's when
having
a Repair
Protec-
tion Agreement
can save you money
and
aggravation.
Purchase
a Repair
Protection
Agreement
now and protect
yourself
from unexpected
hassle
and expense.
Here's what's
included
in the Agreement:
•
Expert
service
by our 12,000
profe-
sional
repair specialists.
•
Unlimited
service
and no charge
for
parts and labor on all covered
repairs.
•
Product
replacement
if your covered
product
can't be fixed.
•
Discount
of 10% from regular
price of
service
and service-related
parts not
covered
by the agreement;
also, 10%
off regular
price of preventive
mainte-
nance check.