Craftsman 17BSDALB099 Manual De Usuario

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Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening 

at all times until fueling is complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device.

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Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources of ignition.

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Never fuel machine indoors.

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Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine is hot or running. Allow 

engine to cool at least two minutes before refueling.

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Never over fill fuel tank. Fill tank to no more than ½ inch below bottom of 

filler neck to allow space for fuel expansion.

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Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely.

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If gasoline is spilled, wipe it off the engine and equipment. Move machine to 

another area. Wait 5 minutes before starting the engine.

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To reduce fire hazards, keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris 

build-up. Clean up oil or fuel spillage and remove any fuel soaked debris.

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Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open 

flame, spark or pilot light as on a water heater, space heater, furnace, clothes 

dryer or other gas appliances.

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Allow a machine to cool at least five minutes before storing.

General Service
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Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area. Engine exhaust 

contains carbon monoxide, an odorless, and deadly gas.

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Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make certain the blade(s) and all 

moving parts have stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground 

against the engine to prevent unintended starting. 

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Periodically check to make sure the blades come to complete stop within 

approximately (5) five seconds after operating the blade disengagement 

control. If the blades do not stop within the this time frame, have your 

machine serviced professionally by Sears or another qualified dealer.

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Regularly check the safety interlock system for proper function, as described 

later in this manual. If the safety interlock system does not function properly, 

have your machine serviced professionally by Sears or another qualified 

dealer.

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Check the blade(s) and engine mounting bolts at frequent intervals for 

proper tightness. Also, visually inspect blade(s) for damage (e.g., excessive 

wear, bent, cracked).   Replace the blade(s) with the original equipment 

manufacturer’s (O.E.M.) blade(s) only, listed in this manual. Use of parts 

which do not meet the original equipment specifications may lead to 

improper performance and compromise safety! 

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Mower blades are sharp. Wrap the blade or wear gloves, and use extra 

caution when servicing them.

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Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in safe 

working condition. 

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Never tamper with the safety interlock system or other safety devices. Check 

their proper operation regularly.

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After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, disconnect the spark plug 

wire(s) and ground against the engine. Thoroughly inspect the machine for 

any damage. Repair the damage before starting and operating.

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Never attempt to make adjustments or repairs to the machine while the 

engine is running.

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Grass catcher components and the discharge cover are subject to wear 

and damage which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be 

thrown. For safety protection, frequently check components and replace 

immediately with original equipment manufacturer’s (O.E.M.) parts only, 

listed in this manual. Use of parts which do not meet the original equipment 

specifications may lead to improper performance and compromise safety!

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Do not change the engine governor settings or over-speed the engine. The 

governor controls the maximum safe operating speed of the engine. 

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Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as necessary. 

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Observe proper disposal laws and regulations for gas, oil, etc. to protect the 

environment.

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According to the Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC) and the 

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), this product has an Average 

Useful Life of seven (7) years, or 270 hours of operation. At the end of 

the Average Useful Life have the machine inspected annually by Sears or 

another qualified dealer to ensure that all mechanical and safety systems 

are working properly and not worn excessively. Failure to do so can result in 

accidents, injuries or death.