Craftsman 917.204040 Operator's Manual

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PRODUCTSPECiFiCATiONSGasoline Capacity 4.0 Gallons/15,14 Land type: Regular Unleaded *Oil Type: SAE30 (above 32°F/0°C(API: SG-SL) SAE 5W30 (below 32°F/0°COil Capacity: W/Filter: 64 Oz./1,96 LW/out Filter: 60 Oz./1,77 LSpark Plug: Champion RC12YC(Gap: .030"/0,76 mm)Charging System: 16 Amps @ 3600 RPMBattery: Amp/Hr: 28Min. CCA: 230Case size: U1RBlade Bolt Torque: 45-55 Ft. Lbs./62-75 Nm*_Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol (El0) isacceptable for use in this machine. The use ofany gasoline exceeding 10% ethanol (El0) willvoid the product warranty.CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase ofa new tractor. It has been designed, engi-neered and manufactured to give you the bestpossible dependability and performance.Should you experience any problem you can-not easily remedy, please contact a Sears orother qualified service center. We have com-petent, well-trained representatives and theproper tools to service or repair this tractor.Please read and retain this manual. Theinstructions will enable you to assembleand maintain your tractor properly. Alwaysobserve the "SAFETY RULES".CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILiTiESRead and observe the safety rules.* Follow a regular schedule in maintaining,caring for and using your tractor.* Follow instructions under "Maintenance"and "Storage" sections of this manual.* Wear proper Personal Protective Equip-ment (PPE) while operating this machine,including (at a minimum) sturdy footwear,eye protection, and hearing protection.Do not mow in shorts and/or open toedfootwear.* Always tetsomeone knowyou are outsidemowing._WARNING: This tractor is equipped withan internal combustion engine and shouldnot be used on or near any unimprovedforest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaustsystem is equipped with a spark arrestermeeting applicable local or state laws (ifany). If a spark arrester is used, it shouldbe maintained in effective working order bythe operator.In the state of California the above is requiredby taw (Section 4442 of the California PublicResources Code). Other states may havesimilar laws. Federal laws apply on federallands. A spark arrester for the muffler isavailable through your nearest Sears servicecenter (See REPAIR PARTS manual).REPAIR PROTECTION AGREEMENTSCongratulations on making a smart pur-chase. Your new Craftsman@ product isdesigned and manufactured for years ofdependable operation. But like all products,it may require repair from time to time. That'swhen having a Repair Protection Agreementcan save you money and aggravation.Purchase a Repair Protection Agreementnow and protect yourself from unexpectedhassle and expense.Here's what's included in the Agreement:Expert service by our 12,000 professionalrepair specialists.U ntimited service and no charge for partsand labor on all covered repairs.Product replacement if your coveredproduct can't be fixed.Discount of 25% from regular price ofservice and service-related parts notcovered bythe agreement; also, 25% offregular price of preventive maintenancecheck.Fast help by phone - phone supportfrom a Sears representative on productsrequiring in-home repair, plus convenientrepair scheduling.Once you purchase the Agreement, a simplephone call is all that it takes for you to sched-ule service. You can call anytime day or night,or schedule a service appointment online.Sears has over 12,000 professional repairspecialists, who have access to over 4.5million quality parts and accessories. That'sthe kind of professionalism you can count onto help prolong the life of your new purchasefor years to come. Purchase your RepairProtection Agreement today!Some limitations and exclusions apply.For prices and additional information call1-800=827-6655,SEARS INSTALLATION SERVICEFor Sears professional installation of homeappliances, garage door openers, waterheaters, and other major home items, intheU.S.A. call 1-800-4-MY-HOME@.6