Tighten securely. Slide terminal cover (C) over terminal. 5. Connect BLACKgrounding cableto negative (-) battery terminal with remaining hex bolt and keps nut. Tighten securely. 6. Close hood. ( _ Negative(Black) Cable Positive (Red) Cable A TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB 1. Raise hood. 2. Remove bulb holder from the hole in the backside of the grill. 3. Replace bulb in holder and install bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill. 4. Close hood. INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS Loose

36 This product has a low emission engine which operates differently from previously built engines. Before you start the engine, read and understand this Owner's Manual. IMPORTANT: For answers to your questions about this product, Call: Read and follow all Safety 1-800-659-5917 Rules and Instructions before Sears Craftsman Help Line operating this equipment. 5am -5pm,Mon -Sat SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179 U.S.A. Visit our C raftsman webs ite:www,sears,com/crafts man 'As rated

Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Explosion hazard. Changing the battery produces explosive hydrogen gas. Only charge the battery in a well ventilated area, away from any ignition source such as a water heater, electric motor, or a lit cigarette. Wear Protective Equipment Always wear gloves and safety glasses when handling the battery and battery cables. Service Interval: 100 Hours . Disconnect the cables from the battery, negative cable first (B, Figure 27). 2. Remove the rubber strap securing

The BEST method of handling the ground speed control levers is in three steps -as shown in Figure 7. FIRST place your hands onto the levers as shown. SECOND, to go forward gradually push the levers forward with your palms. THIRD, to speed up move the levers farther forward. To slow down smoothly, slowly move the levers back toward neutral. Figure 7. Move Control Levers Gradually Forward Travel Practice Gradually move both ground speed control levers evenly FORWARD from neutral (see Figure 8). Sl

1. Check 2. Tightenor replace 3. Clean 1. Change 1. Clean 2. Lubewithlightoil 3. Clean 1. Change 1. Replace 2. Replace 1. Runengineuntil itstopsfromlackof fuel,oraddstabilizertoa fulltankof freshfuel priorto storage. )resent.Replaceaircleanerifverydirty. 16 f Alwaysstopengine,disconnectsparkplugwire,andgroundagainst enginebeforeperforminganytypeofmaintenanceon yourmachine. Electrode GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS • Alwaysobservesafetyruleswhenperformingany maintenance. • Thewarrantyonthislawnmowerdoesn

Replace paper cartridge every 100 hours of operation or every season, whichever occurs first. Service air cleaner more often under dusty condi tions. 1. Loosen screws and remove cover. 2. Carefully remove cartridge. 3. Clean by gently tapping on a flat surface. If very dirty, replace cartridge. _kCAUTION: Petroleum solvents, such as kerosene, are not to be used to clean cartridge. They may cause deterioration of the cartridge. Do not oil cartridge. Do not use pressurized air to clean or dry cart

3. Plug battery charger into 110 volt A.C. outlet. 4. Leave battery charger connected for 24 hours before starting your engine for the first time. 5. After charging, disconnect harness connector (female) from battery charger connector (male). Connect your battery charger to charge battery as required. IMPORTANT: The engine will not recharge your battery. At the end of the mowing season the battery should be charged for 48 hours to ,_otect the battery during winter storage. CAUTION: Always discon

Ibs. • The model and serial numbers wil! 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. 4 Repair Protection Agreements Congratulations on making a smart purchase. 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 R

Empty the gas tank, start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See Storage Instructions for additional information. Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur. BEFORE STARTING ENGINE ADD OIL Your lawnmower is shipped without oil in the engine. For type and grade of oil to use, see "ENGINE" in the Maintenance section of this manual. • i, CAUTION: DO NOT overfill engine with oil, or

(See "ENGINE" in the Maintenance section of this manual). CYLINDER 1. Remove spark plug. 2. Pour one ounce (29 ml) of oil through spark plug hole into cylinder. 3. Pull starter handle slowly a few times to distribute oil. 4. Replace with new spark plug. OTHER • Do not store gasoline from one season to another. • Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems. • If possible, store your unit indoors and cover it to protect it from dust a