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CRAFTSMAN FULL WARRANTY

TWO YEARS ON RiDiNG EQUIPMENT

When operated and maintained according to all supplied instructions, if this riding equipment fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within two years from the date or purchase,

call 1-800-4-MY-HOME® to arrange for free repair.

Also, when operated and maintained according also cover defects in material and workmanship from the date of purchase

to all supplied instructions, Warranty will of the Frame and Front Axle for five years

This warranty covers ONLY defects in material and workmanship. Sears will NOT pay for:

Expendable items that 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.

Tire or wheel replacement or repair resulting from normal wear, accident, or improper operation or maintenance.

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, electrical 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 riding equipment according to the instructions contained in the operator's manual.

Engine (fuel system) cleaning or repairs caused byfuel determined to be contaminated or oxidized (stale). In general, fuel should be used within 30 days of its purchase date.

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

All riding equipment and battery warranty coverage is void if this product is ever used for commercial or rental purposes.

This 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., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

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Craftsman 917.289244 owner manual Craftsman Full Warranty, TWO Years on RiDiNG Equipment

917.289244 specifications

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