PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Gasoline

Capacity

3.0 Gallons

 

 

and

Type:

Unleaded

Regular

Oil

Type:

 

SAE 30

(above 32°F)

API-SG-SL)

SAE 5W30

(below

32°F

Oil

Capacity:

W/Filter:

 

64

oz.

 

 

 

 

W/O

Filter:

60

oz.

Spark

Plug:

Champion

QC12YC

 

 

 

 

(Gap:

 

.040")

 

Ground

 

Speed

Forward:

 

0 - 5.2

 

 

 

 

Reverse:

 

0 - 2.9

Charging

System:

3 Amps

Battery

 

 

 

 

 

5 Amps

Headlights

Battery:

 

 

Amp/Hr:

 

28

 

 

 

 

 

Min.

CCA:

230

 

 

 

 

 

Case

size:

U1R

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 repre- sentatives 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 RU LES".

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

•Read and observe the safety rules.

•Follow a regular schedule in maintain- ing, caring for and using your tractor.

•Follow the instructions under "Mainte-

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

_I, 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

required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark ar- rester for the muffler is available through your nearest Sears service center (See REPAIR PARTS 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 products,

it may require repair from time to time. That's when having a Repair Protection Agreement can save you money and aggravation.

Purchase a Repair Protection Agreement now and protect yourseff 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 sup-

port from a Sears representative on products requiring in-home repair, plus convenient 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. Pur- chase your Repair Protection Agreement today!

Some limitations and exclusions apply.

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

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917.289283, 917.28928 specifications

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