Craftsman 917.27481 Limited Warranty on Craftsman Riding Equipment, Limited Warranty on Battery

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Warranty

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Maintenance

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Safety

Rules

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Service

and Adjustments

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Product

Specifications

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Storage

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Assembly/Pre-Operation

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Troubleshooting

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Operation

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Repair

Parts

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Maintenance

Schedule

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Sears

Service

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LIMITED WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT

For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman 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 that are found to be defective in

material or workmanship according to the guidelines of coverage listed below. Sears will also provide free labor for these applicable warranted parts for the two full years. During the first 30 days of purchase, there will be no charges to service the product at your home for issues covered by this warranty. (See exclusions below). For your conve- nience, IN HOME warranty service will still be available after the first 30 days of pur- chase, but a trip charge will apply. This charge will be waived if the Craftsman product is dropped off at an authorized Sears location. For the nearest authorized Sears location,

please call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®. This warranty applies only while this product is within the United States.

This Warranty does not cover:

Expendable items which become worn during normal use, 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.

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 or crankshaft, or over-speeding the engine.

Repairs necessary because of operator negligence, including but not limited to, elec- trical 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 equipment according to the instructions contained in the owner's manual.

Engine (fuel system) cleaning or repairs caused by fuel determined to be contami-

nated or oxidized (stale). In general, fuel should be used within 30 days of its pur- chase date.

Normal deterioration and wear of the exterior finishes, or product label replacement.

Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes.

LIMITED WARRANTY ON BATTERY

For ninety (90) days from date of purchase, if any battery included with this riding equip-

ment proves defective in material or workmanship and our testing determines the battery will not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge. During the first 30 days of purchase, there will be no charges to replace the battery at your HOME. After the first 30 days, for your convenience, IN-HOME warranty service will still be avail- able but a trip charge will apply. This charge will be waived if the Craftsman product is dropped off at an authorized Sears location. For the nearest authorized Sears location, please call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®.

This battery warranty applies only while this product is within 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.,Dept.817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

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Contents Craftsman Limited Warranty on Craftsman Riding Equipment Limited Warranty on BatteryGeneral Operation IV, Towing ServiceII1. Children Safe Handling of GasolineGeneral Service Sears Installation Service Customer ResponsibilitiesSteering Wheel Unpack Carton Tools Required for AssemblyBefore Removing Tractor From Skid Attach Steering Wheel Check Battery Check Deck Levelness Checktire PressureALL Belts Check Brake SystemUnlocked Tractor ROS onTo Move Forward and Backward HOW to USE Your Tractor To SET Parking BrakeStopping Operating in Reverse Using the Reverse Operation SystemTo Operate Mower Ments To TransportOn Hills ADD GasolineMowing Tips General Recommendations ROSBlade Removal Operator Presence System Reverse Operation System ROSBlade Care Batt E RY AIR Filter Clean AIR ScreenEngine OIL Filter MufflerTo Install Mower To Remove MowerTo Level Mower Housing To Replace Mower Blade Drive BeltTo Check Brake To Check and Adjust BrakeTo Adjust Brake To Replace Motion Drive BeltMent To Remove Wheel for RepairsInterlocks and Relays Replacing BatteryTo Replace Headlight Bulb To Remove Hood and Grill AS- SemblyFinal Setting To Adjust CarburetorPreliminary Setting EngineEngine OIL BatteryFuel System CylindersStart Engine ProblemCause 3ORRECTION Correction ProblemCause Problem Cause Correction OFFSchematic O11oElectrical Part Description Tractor - Model Number 917,274810 Chassis and EnclosuresTractor - Model Number 917,274810 Chassis and Enclosures PartTractor - Model Number Ground Drive Tractor - Model Number 917,274810 Ground Drive KEY Part DescriptionSteering Tractor - Model Number 917,274810 Optional Equipment Spark ArresterTractor - Model Number 917,274810 Seat Assembly Part DescriptionKEY Part Description DecalsWheels and Tires Tractor - Model Number Lift Assembly 161718Tractor - Model Number 917,274810 Mower Deck Given U. S Inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 4PA MST REF Part NO. noDescription 105137d276 rl 763 lO5% PTO All component Dimensions Given in U.S. inches Page Page Page Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe Operation Only Ride UP and Down Hill Not Across Hill Degrees MAXYour Home