Craftsman 917.27384 Customer Responsibilities, Product Specifications, Sears Installation Service

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Gasoline Capacity

4.0 Gallons

 

and Type:

Unleaded

Regular

Oil Type

SAE10W30(above 32°F

API-SF-SJ):

SAE 5W-30(Below 32°F

Oil Capacity:

W/Filter

3.0 Pints

Spark Plug:

Champion

RC12YC

(Gap: .030")

 

 

 

Ground Speed

Forward:

5.5

(MPH):

Reverse:

2.4

Tire Pressure:

Front:

14 PSI

 

Rear:

10 PSI

Charging

15 Amps @ 3600RPM

System:

 

 

 

iBattery:

Amp/Hr:

35

 

Min. CCA:

280

 

Case Size:

UIR

Blade Bolt

 

 

 

Torque:

27-35

Ft. Lbs.

i

 

 

 

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance.

Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact a Sears or other qualified service center. We have competent, well-trained techni- cians and the proper tools to service or repair this tractor.

Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your tractor properly. Always observe the "SAFETY RULES".

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

Read and observe the safety rules.

Follow a regular schedule in main- taining, caring for and using your tractor.

Follow the instructions under"Mainte-

nance" and "Storage" sections of this owner's manual.

_WARNING: This tractor is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unim- proved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator.

In the state of California the above is re- quired by law (Section 4442 of the Califor- nia Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest Sears service center (See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual).

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'swhat'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'tbe fixed.

Discount of t0% from regular price of service and service-related parts not

covered by the agreement; also, 10% off regular price of preventive mainte- nance check.

Fast help by phone- phone support from a Sears technician on products

requiring in-home repair, plus conve- nient repair scheduling.

Once you purchase the Agreement, a simple phone call is all that it takes for you to schedule service. You can call anytime day or night, or schedule a service ap- pointment online.

Sears has over 12,000 professional repair specialists, who have access to over 4.5 million quality parts and accessories. That's the kind of professionalism you can count on to help prolong the life of your new purchase for years to come. Purchase your Repair Protection Agreement today! Some limitations and exclusions apply.

For prices and additional information call 1-800-827-6655.

SEARS INSTALLATION SERVICE

For Sears professional installation of home

appliances, garage door openers, water heaters, and other major home items, in the U.S.A. call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®

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