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Owner's Manual CRAFTSMAN" 19.5 HP ELECTRIC START 42" MOWER AUTOMATIC LAWN TRACTOR Model No. 917.270920 Safety • Assembly Operation Maintenance Repair Parts CAUTION: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructionsbefore operat- ingthis equipment. For answers to your questions about this product, Call: 1-800-659-5917 Sears Craftsman Help Line 5 am - 5 pm, Mon - Sat Seam, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II60179 Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman

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178 LIMITED TWO YE_,R WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN RIDING EQUIPMENT For two (2) years from the date of purchase, if this Craftsman Riding Equipment is maintained, lubricated and tuned up according to the instructions in the owner's manual, Sears will repair or replace, free of charge, any parts found to be defective in material or workmanship. This Warranty does not cover: Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as blades, spark plugs, air cleaners, belts, etc. Tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects, such as nails, thorns, stumps, or glass.

Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, negligence, improper storage or accident or the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in the owner's manual. Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes. LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY ON BATTERY For ninety (90) days from date of purchase, if any battery included with this riding equipment proves defective in material or workmanship and our testing determines the battery will not hold a charge, Sears will replace the battery at no charge. In-home warranty service on your Craftsman riding equipment is available at no charge for 30 days from the date of purchase. Please contact your nearest service center.

After 30 days from the date of purchase, warranty service is available by taking your Craftsman riding equipment to your nearest Sears Service Center. (In-home warranty service will still be available after 30 days from the date of purchase but a standard trip charge will apply). This warranty applies only while this product is in the United States. This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may alsohave other rights which may vary from state to state. SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., D/817 WA, HOFFMAN ESTATES, iL 60179 IMPORTANT" This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects.

Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. GENERAL OPERATION Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc., which could be picked up and thrown by the blade. Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. Never carry passengers. Do not mow in reverse unless abso- Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine before starting. Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions, to operate the machine. lutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while backing.

Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not point it at anyone. Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher or the 2 guard in place.

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Slow down before tuming. Never leave a running machine unattended. Always turn off blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove keys before dismounting. Tum off blades when not mowing. Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging chute. Mow only in daylight or good artificial light. Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways. Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck. Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and above, are involved in a large percentage of riding mower- related injuries.

These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from senous injury. SLOPE OPERATION Slopes are a major factor related to loss- of-control and tipover accidents, which can result in severe injury or death. All slopes require extra caution. If you cannot back up the slope or if you leel uneasy on it, do not mow it. DO: blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope. DO NOT: Do not turn on slopes unless neces- sary, and then, tum slowly and gradually downhill, if possible. Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments.

The mower could suddenly tum over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves in. Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could cause sliding. Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the ground. Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes. CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them. Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of another responsible adult. Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area.

Before and when backing, look behind and down for small children. Never carry children. They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation. Never allow children to operate the machine. Use extra care when approaching blind comers, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure vision. SERVICE Mow up and down slopes, not across. Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc. Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide ob- stacles. Use slow speed• Choose a low gear so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope.

Follow the manufacturer's recommen- dations for wheel weights or counter- weights to improve stability. Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments. These can change the stability of the machine. Keep all movement on the slopes slow Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels. They are flammable and vapors are explosive. Use only an approved container. Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running. Allow engine to cool before refueling. Do not smoke. Never refuel the machine indoors. Never store the machine or fuel cOntainer inside where there is an open flame, such as a water heater. Never run a machine inside a closed and gradual.

Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction. Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction, disengage the 3 area.

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Keepnuts and bolts, especiallyblade attachmentbolts,tight and keep equipment in good condition. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regu- larly. Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel spillage. Allow machine to cool before storing. Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object. Repair, if necessary, before restarting. Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running. Grass catcher components are subject to wear, damage, and deterioration, which could expose moving parts or al- low 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 sewicing them. Check brake operation frequently. Ad- just and service as required. Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. Never carry passengers or children even with the blades off. Do not mow in reverse unless abso- lutely necessary. Always |ook down and behind before and while backing. Never carry children: They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation. Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of another responsible adult.

Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area. Before and when backing, look behind and down for small children. Mow up and down slopes (15 ° Max), not across. Remove obstacles such as recks, tree limbs, etc. Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide obsta- cles. Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope. Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. if tires Iosa traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope. If machine stops while going uphill, disengage blades, shift into reverse and back down slowly.

Do not turn on slopes unless neces- sary, and then, tum slowly and gradually downhill, if possible. tAhCAUTION: Tow o.nly _ atta._men.ts at are recommeno_a by aria comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your tractor. Use common sense when towing. Operate only at the lowest pos- sibio speed when on a slope. Too heavy of a load, while on a slope, is dangerous. Tires can lose traction with the ground and cause you to loss control of your trac- tor. ALook for this symbol to point out impor- tant safety preca[Jtions. It fneans CAU- TIONItt BECOME AWAREII! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED. c,AeCA.Ul_.IO.N:

In order to.prevent.acci- nta=starting wnen setting up, trans- porting, adjusting or making repairs al- ways disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug. _kCAUTION: Do not coast down a hill in neutral, you may lose control of the trac- tor. &WARN.IN.G: Th.e engi.ne exhaus.t from this pro chemicals Known to the State of Califomia to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. 4

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