Craftsman 917.28851 Manual Do Utilizador

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Warranty ..................................................2

Safety Rules ............................................3

Product Specifications .............................6

Assembly/Pre-Operation .........................7

Operation .................................................9

Maintenance Schedule ..........................16

Maintenance ..........................................16

Service and Adjustments .......................21

Storage ..................................................27

Troubleshooting .....................................28

Sears Service ......................... Back Cover

FOR TWO YEARS from the date of purchase, all non-expendable parts of this riding equipment are 

warranted against any defects in material or workmanship. A defective non-expendable part will 

receive free in-home repair or replacement if repair is impossible.
FOR FIVE YEARS from the date of purchase, the frame and front axle of this riding equipment are 

warranted against any defects in material or workmanship. A defective frame or front axle will receive 

free in-home repair or replacement if repair is impossible. 
FOR 90 DAYS from the date of purchase, the battery (an expendable part) of this riding equipment 

is warranted against any defects in material or workmanship (our testing proves that it will not hold a 

charge). A defective battery will receive free in-home replacement.  

ADDITIONAL LIFETIME LIMITED WARRANTY on CAST IRON FRONT AXLE (if equipped)
FOR AS LONG AS IT IS USED by the original owner after the fifth year from the date of purchase, the 

cast iron front axle (if equipped) of this riding equipment is warranted against any defects in material or 

workmanship. With proof of purchase, a defective cast front axle will receive free in-home replacement.  

WARRANTY SERVICE
For warranty coverage details to obtain free repair or replacement, call 1-800-659-5917 or visit the 

web site: www.craftsman.com 
In all cases above, if part repair or replacement is impossible, the riding equipment will be replaced 

free of charge with the same or an equivalent model.
All of the above warranty coverage is void if this riding equipment is ever used while providing 

commercial services or if rented to another person.
This warranty covers ONLY defects in material and workmanship. Warranty coverage does NOT 

include:
•  Expendable parts (except battery) that can wear out from normal use within the warranty period, 

including but not limited to blades, spark plugs, air cleaners, belts, and oil filters. 

•  Standard maintenance servicing, oil changes, or tune-ups.
•  Tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects, such as nails, thorns, 

stumps, or glass. 

•  Tire or wheel replacement or repair resulting from normal wear, accident, or improper operation or 

maintenance.

•  Repairs necessary because of operator abuse, including but not limited to damage caused by 

towing objects beyond the capability of the riding equipment, impacting objects that bend the 

frame, axle assembly or crankshaft, or over-speeding the engine. 

•  Repairs necessary because of operator negligence, including but not limited to, electrical and 

mechanical damage caused by improper storage, failure to use the proper grade and amount 

of engine oil, failure to keep the deck clear of flammable debris, or failure to maintain the riding 

equipment according to the instructions contained in the operator’s manual.

•  Engine (fuel system) cleaning or repairs caused by fuel determined to be contaminated or oxidized 

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

•  Normal deterioration and wear of the exterior finishes, or product label replacement.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from 

state to state.

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