Sears 917.370721 Manual De Usuario

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Warranty .................................................. 2
Safety Rules ......................................... 2-4
Product Spec i fi  

ca tions   ........................... 4

Assembly/Pre-Operation ......................... 6
Operation............................................ 7-11
Maintenance Schedule .......................... 12

Maintenance ..................................... 12-15
Service and Adjustments.................. 15-16
Storage ............................................. 16-17
Troubleshooting ................................ 18-19
Repair Parts...................................... 38-45
Sears Service ..........................Back Cover

IMPORTANT:  This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throw-
ing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious 
injury or death.

 Look for this symbol to point out im por -

tant safety precautions. It means
CAU TION!!!   BECOME ALERT!!!
YOUR SAFE TY IS INVOLVED.

  WARNING:  In order to prevent ac-

 ci den tal starting when setting up, trans-
 port ing, ad just ing or making repairs, 
always dis con nect spark plug wire and 
place wire where it can not come in contact 
with plug. 

 WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its 

constituents, and certain vehicle com po nents 
contain or emit chem i cals known to the State 
of Cal i for nia to cause can cer and birth defects 
or oth er re pro duc tive harm.

 WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and 

related accessories contain lead and lead 
compounds, chemicals known to the State 
of Cal i for nia to cause can cer and birth 
defects or oth er re pro duc tive harm. Wash 
hands after handling.

  CAUTION:  Muffl er and other engine 

parts become extremely hot during 
operation and remain hot after engine has 
stopped. To avoid severe burns on contact, 
stay away from these areas.

When used and maintained according to the operator’s manual instructions, if this power mow-
er fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within two years from the date of purchase, 
return it to any Sears store, Parts & Repair Center, or other Craftsman outlet for free repair.  

Warranty coverage does not include:

•   Expendable items that become worn during normal use, including but not limited to 

blade, blade adapters, spark plug, air cleaner and belts. 

•   Standard maintenance servicing, oil changes, or tune-ups.
•   Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, including but not limited to damage caused 

by impacting objects that bend the frame or crankshaft, or over-speeding the engine.

•   Repairs necessary because of operator negligence, including but not limited to dam-

age caused by improper storage, or failure to maintain the equipment according to the 
instructions contained in the operator’s manual.

•   Engine (fuel system) cleaning or repairs necessary because of fuel determined to be 

contaminated or oxidized (stale). In general, fuel should be used within 30 days of its 
purchase date.

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Normal deterioration and wear of the exterior fi nishes, or product label replacement.  

This warranty applies for only 90 days if this product is used for commercial or rental purposes.

This warranty applies only while this product is within the United States.

This warranty gives you specifi c legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which 
vary, from state to state.

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