Craftsman 917.37646 owner manual •Keepthe nozzlein contactwiththe rim

•Neverfill containersinsidea vehicle,on a truck ortrailerbed with a plasticliner, Always placecontainerson the ground awayfromyour vehiclebeforefilling.

•Removegas-poweredequipmentfrom the truck or trailerand refuelit on the

ground. If this is notpossible,then refuelsuchequipmentwith a portable container,ratherthanfrom a gasoline dispensernozzle.

•Keepthe nozzlein contactwiththe rim

of the fuel tankor containeropeningat all timesuntilfuelingis complete. Do notuse a nozzlelock-opendevice.

•If fuel isspilledon clothing,change clothingimmediately.

•Neveroverfillfuel tank. Replacegas cap andtightensecurely.

V. GENERAL SERVICE

•Never run a machine inside a closed area.

•Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine (motor) running. Disconnect the spark plug wire, and keep the wire away from the plug to prevent accidental starting.

,Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade attachment bolts, tight and keep equip- ment in good condition.

•Never tamper with safety devices. Check

their proper operation regularly.

•Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up. Clean oil or fue! spillage. Allow machine to cool before storing.

•Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object_ Repair, if necessary, before restarting°

•Never attempt to make wheel height adjustments while the engine is running.

•Grass catcher components are subject to wear, damage, and deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown. Frequently check components and replace with manufacturer's recommended parts, when necessary.

•Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.

•Do not change the engine governor set- ting or overspeed the engine.

•Maintain or replace safety and instruc.. tion labels, as necessary_

&WARNING: This lawn mower is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved 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 arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest Sears Parts & Repair Center (See the REPAIR PARTS section of this manual).

Serial	Number:
Date	of Purchase:
Gasoline		Capacity/Type:	! _6 Quarts (Unleaded Regular)
Oi! Type (AP! SG-SL):			SAE	30	(above 32°F); SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F)
Oil Capacity:			20 Ounces
Spark	Plug (Gap: _030")		Champion		RJ19HX
Blade	Bolt	Torque:	35-40	fL	Ibs.

,The model and serial numbers will be found on a decal on the rear of the lawn mower housing, Record both serial number and date of purchase in space provided above.

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