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SAFETY RULES..........................................................

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HARDWARE PACKAGE CONTENTS..........................

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CARTON CONTENTS.................................................

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ASSEMBLY...............................................................

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OPERATION................................................................

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MAINTENANCE...........................................................

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STORAGE....................................................................

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REPAIR PARTS ..........................................................

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PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE......................

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WARRANTY

LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN SPREADER

For one year from the date of purchase, when this spreader is maintained and lubricated according to the operating and maintenance instructions in the owner's manual, Sears will repair any defect in material or workmanship free of charge. If this spreader 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 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, Chicago, IL 60179

The model number and serial numbers will be found on a

MODEL NUMBER:

486.243223

decal attached to the spreader.

SERIAL NUMBER:

__________________

 

You should record both the serial number and the date of

DATE OF PURCHASE:

__________________

purchase and keep in a safe place for future reference.

 

 

 

 

 

SAFETY

•Read the towing vehicle owners manual and towing vehicle safety rules. Know how to operate your tractor before using the broadcast spreader attachment.

•Read the chemical label instructions and cautions for handling and applying the chemicals purchased for spreading.

•Wear eye and hand protection when handling and when applying lawn or garden chemicals.

•Never operate tractor and spreader attachment without wearing substantial footwear, and do not allow anyone to ride or sit on spreader attachment frame.

•Never allow children to operate the tractor or spreader attachment, and do not allow adults to operate without proper instructions.

•Always begin with the transmission in first (low) gear and with the engine at low speed, and gradually increase speed as conditions permit. Maximum towing speed - 6 M.P.H.

•When towing broadcast spreader do not drive too close to a creek or ditch and be alert for holes and other hazards which could cause you to loose control of the broadcast spreader and tractor.

•Before operating vehicle on any grade (hill) refer to the safety rules in the vehicle owner's manual con- cerning safe operation on slopes. Stay off steep slopes!

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

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

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