PRODUCT

SPECIFICATIONS

 

 

Gasoline

Capacity

5 Gallons

 

 

 

and Type:

 

Unleaded

Regular

 

Oil Type

 

SAE

30 (above 32°F)

API-SG-SL):

SAE

5W30

 

 

 

 

 

(below 32°F)

 

Oil Capacity:

W/Filter:

 

4.0

Pints

 

 

 

W/O

Filter:

3.75

Pints

Spark

Plug:

Champion

 

QC12YC

(Gap:

.040")

 

 

 

 

 

Ground

 

Speed

Lo:

 

Hi:

 

(MPH):

 

 

0.7

 

1.7

 

 

 

 

1.4

 

3.3

 

 

 

 

2.3

 

5.4

 

 

 

Reverse:

0.9

 

2.1

 

Tire Pressure:

Front:

 

14 PSI

 

 

 

Rear:

 

 

10 PSI

Charging System: 16 Amps @ 3600 RPM

Battery:

 

 

Amp/Hr:

 

35

 

 

 

 

Min. CCA:

280

 

 

 

 

Case

size:

UIR

 

Blade

Bolt Torque:

45-55

Ft. Lbs.

 

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.

 

 

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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's what'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't be fixed.

Discount of 10% 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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917.27631 specifications

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