Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. Visit our Craftsman website: TP 199-4276-06-CZ-C 1732838 Revision 08 Nota: Una traducci6n en espaRol de este Manual del Operador puede encontrarse en la pb,gina 35. Warranty Statement ..................................................... 2 Service & Adjustments ............................................. 26 Safety Rules & information ......................................... 3 Storage ....................................................................... 30 identification Numbers ................................................ 7 Troubleshooting ......................................................... 31 Optional Accessories .................................................. 8 Spanish Operator's Manual ...................................... 33 Literature Package Contents ...................................... 8 Repair Parts ......................................................... PTS=I Pre-Operation ............................................................... 9 Hardware & Torque Specifications ................... PTS=31 Operation .................................................................... 10 Repair Protection Agreement ........ inside Back Cover Maintenance ............................................................... 17 Service Numbers ........................................ Back Cover NOTE: In this manual, "left"and "right"are referred to as seen from the operating position. LIMITED 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 that are found to be defective in material or workmanship according to the guidelines of coverage listed below. Sears will also provide free labor for these applicable warrantied parts for the two full years. During the first 30 days of purchase, there will be no charges to service the product at your home for issues covered by this warranty. (See exclusions below). For your convenience, IN HOME warranty service will still be available after the first 30 days of purchase, but a trip charge will apply. This charge will be waived if the Craftsman product is dropped off at an authorized Sears location. For the nearest authorized Sears location, please call t -800-MY-HOME. This warranty applies only while this product is within the United States. THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER: • Expendable items which become worn during normal Repairs necessary because of operator negligence, use, including but not limited to blades, spark plugs, including but not limited to, electrical and mechanical air cleaners, belts, and oil filters. damage caused by improper storage, failure to use the proper grade and amount of engine oil, failure to • Standard maintenance servicing, oil changes, or keep the deck clear of flammable debris, or failure to tune-ups. maintain the equipment according to the instructions Tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from contained in the owner's manual. outside objects, such as nails, thorns, stumps, or • Engine (fuel system) cleaning or repairs caused by glass. fuel determined to be contaminated or oxidized Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, (stale). In general, fuel should be used within 30 days including but not limited to, damage caused by towing of its purchase date. objects beyond the capability of the riding equipment, Normal deterioration and wear of the exterior of the impacting objects that bend the frame or crankshaft, exterior finishes, or product label replacement. or over-speeding the engine. Riding equipment used for commercial or rental purposes. LIMITED 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. During the first 30 days of purchase, there will be no charges to replace the battery at your HOME. After first 30 days, for your convenience, IN-HOME warranty service will still be available but a trip charge will apply. This charge will be waived if the Craftsman product is dropped off at an authorized Sears location. FOR THE NEAREST AUTHORIZED LOCATION, PLEASE CALL 1-800-4-MY-HOME. This battery 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., Dept. 817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 Readthesesafetyrulesandfollowthemclosely.Failuretoobeytheserulescouldresultin lossofcontrol of unit,severepersonalinjuryordeathtoyou,or bystanders, ordamagetopropertyorequipment. This mowing deck is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwin og_bjb'ects. The triangle _, in te...