Craftsman 38872 owner manual Limited TWO Year Warranty on Craftsman Power Mower, General Operation

Warranty	2	Product Specifications	11
Safety Rules	2-4	Service and Adjustments	13-14
Assembly	5	Storage	14-15
Operation	6-9	Troubleshooting	16-17
Maintenance Schedule	10	Repair Parts	34-41
Maintenance	10-13	Parts Ordering	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 instructionsin the owner'smanual, Sears will repair free of charge any defect in material or workman- ship.

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 dudng 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 crankshafts and the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in the owner'smanual.

Warranty service is available by returning the Craftsman power mower to the nearest

Sears Service Center/Department in the United States. This warranty applies only while this product is in use 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, ILLINOIS 60179

IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and

thro.wing,objects. Failure to observe the fallowing safety instructions could result in senous mlury or death.

I, GENERAL OPERATION

•Read, understand, and follow all instructionson the machine and in the manual(s) before starting. Be thor- oughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the machine before starting.

•Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.

•Only allow responsible individuals, who are familiar with the instructions,to operate the machine.

•Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, bones, sticks, etc., which

could be picked up and thrown by the blade.

•Be sure the area is clear of other

people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.

oDo not operate the mower when barefoot or weedng open sandals. Always wear substantial foot wear.

Do not pull mower backwards unless absolutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while

moving backwards.

•Do not operate the mower without proper guards, plates, grass catcher or other safety protective devices in place.

•See manufacturer'sinstructionsfor proper operation and installation of accessories. Only use accessories approved by the manufacturer.

•Stop the blade(s) when crossinggravel drives, walks, or roads.

•Stop the engine (motor) whenever you leave the equipment, before cleaning

2the mower or unclogging the chute.