Craftsman 486.24207 owner manual Table of Contents, Warranty, Safety

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY RULES	2	STORAGE	12
FULL SIZE HARDWARE CHART	3	SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS	13
CARTON CONTENTS	4	TROUBLESHOOTING	13
ASSEMBLY	4	REPAIR PARTS ILLUSTRATION	14
OPERATION	11	REPAIR PARTS LIST	15
MAINTENANCE	12	PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE	Back Page

WARRANTY

LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN LAWNSWEEPER

For one year from the date of purchase, when this lawnsweeper is maintained and lubricated according to the operat- ing and maintenance instructions in the owner's manual, Sears will repair any defect in material or workmanship free of charge. If this lawnsweeper is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase.

This warranty does not cover repairs necessary because of operator negligence or abuse, including the failure to maintain the equipment according to instructions contained in the owner's manual.

WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY CONTACTING THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT IN THE UNITED STATES.

This warranty applies only while this product is in the United States.

This warranty gives you specifi c legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Sears, Roebuck and Co. D/817 WA. Hoffman Estates, Chicago, IL 60179

SAFETY

Any power equipment can cause injury if operated improperly or if the user does not understand how to operate the equipment. Exercise caution at all times, when using power equipment.

•Read the vehicle and sweeper owners manuals and know how to operate your vehicle and sweeper before using this sweeper attachment. Always instruct other users before they operate the sweeper.

•Do not permit children to operate sweeper.

•Do not permit anyone to ride on sweeper.

•Never attach the hopper rope to any part of your body or clothing! Never hold onto the rope while towing the sweeper! Attach the rope to the towing vehicle to keep it away from wheels and rotating parts.

•Operate the sweeper at reduced speed on rough ter- rain, near ditches and on hillsides to prevent loss of control.

•Vehicle braking and stability may be affected with

the attachment of this sweeper. Do not fi ll sweeper to maximum capacity without checking the capability of the towing vehicle to safely pull and stop with the sweeper attached. Stay off of steep slopes.

•Stop and inspect vehicle and sweeper for damage after striking an object. Repair any damage before continuing operation.

•Keep sweeper away from fi re. Excessive heat can damage the brushes and hopper bag and could cause the bag and its contents to burn.

•Before storing the sweeper, always empty the hopper bag to avoid spontaneous combustion.

•Follow maintenance and lubrication instructions as outlined in the maintenance section of this manual.

Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It mean--Attention!! Become alert!! Your safety is involved.

The model number and serial numbers will be found on a decal attached to the housing.

You should record both the serial number and the date of purchase and keep in a safe place for future reference.

MODEL NUMBER:	486.24207
SERIAL NUMBER:	__________________
DATE OF PURCHASE:	__________________

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