Craftsman 28924 Operation Manual

Craftsman 28924 - YT 3000 21 HP/46" Yard Tractor Manual

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  • Craftsman 28924 | Operation Manual - Page 1
    , read and understand this Owner's Manual. IMPORTANT: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment. For answers to your questions about this product, Call: 1-800-659-5917 Sears Craftsman Help Line 5 am - 5 pm, Mon- Sat SEARS, ROEBUCKAND CO., HOFFMAN ESTATES
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    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 Craftsman Riding Equipment Warranty: Lawn Tractors, Garden Tractors, Zero Turn Riders CRAFTSMAN
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    tractor. _IbWARNING: Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your tractor instructions on the machine and in the manual before starting. • Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts blades engine parts and burn. Do not allow the mower to
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    behind and down for small children. • Never carry children, even with the blades shut off. They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe . • Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop. V. SERVICE SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE To avoid personal injury or property damage,
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    with manufacturer's recommended parts, when necessary. • Mower blades are sharp. Wrap the blade or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them. • Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as required. • Maintain orreplace safetyand instruction labels, as necessary
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    . Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact a Sears or other qualified service center. We have competent, well-trained representatives and the proper tools to service or repair this tractor. Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will enable you to
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    of those parts left To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor must be service after month and year indicated on label (label located between terminals) charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10 amps. (See "BATTERY" in Maintenance section of this manual for charging instructions
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    See the figures that are shown for replacing motion and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. Verify that the belts are routed correctly. CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM After you learn how to operate your tractor, check to see that the brake is operating properly. See
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    CLUTCH ENGAGED DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) FREE WHEEL (Automatic Models only) Failure to follow instructions could result in serious injury or death. The safety alert symbol is used to identify safety information about hazards which
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    CONTROL- Used for starting and controlling engine speed. (E) ATTACH M ENT CLUTCH LEVER =Used to engage the mower blades, or other attachments mounted to your tractor. (F) IGNITION SWITCH - Used for starting and stopping the engine. (G) REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) "ON" POSITION - Allows
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    severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend standard safety glasses or stopping, maycause engineto "backfire". STOPPING MOWER BLADES • To stop mower blades, move attachment clutch clutch lever to
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    tractor on a flat level surface. 1. Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See "TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT" in this section of manual). 2. With mower from the ground to the blade tip with the engine not running months. For healthier and better looking lawns, mow often and after moderate growth.
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    do not drive across any slope. Use the slope guide provided at the back of this manual. • Choosethe slowest speed before starting up or down hills the attachments that are recommended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your tractor. Use common sense when towing. Too heavy of
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    tractor has been shipped, from the factory, already filled with summer weight oil. 1. Check engine oil with tractor this manual). Maintenance section in this manual. WARM WEATHER above) avoid engine problems, the fuel Storage Instructions for the tractor is high altitude (above 3000 feet) or in
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    o Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing is attached to tractor. o Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. • The left hand side of mower should be used for trimming. Drive so that
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    C ChecWReplace Mower Blades T Lubrication instructed in this manual. Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your tractor. At least once a season, check to see if you should make any of the adjustments described in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual
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    to drive in reverse should NOT shut off the engine. BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be sharp. Replace worn, bent or damaged blades. _, CAUTION: Use only a replacement blade approved by the manufacturer of your tractor. Using a blade not approved by the manufacturer of your
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    oil must meet API service classification SG-SL • Be sure tractor is on level surface. • Inspect cooling fan to be sure fan blades are intact and clean. • Inspect cooling fins servicing, contact your nearest Sears or other qualified service center FJCATJO NS" section ofthis manual. 8. Use gauge on
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    tractor is used more than 100 hours in one year. AIR FILTER Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Replace pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of operation or every season. Service gap setting are shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. IN-LINE FUEL FILTER The fuel
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    remove grass, leaves and trash from tractor and mower. DECK WASHOUT PORT Your tractor's deck is equipped with a washout port on its surface as part of its deck wash system. It should be utilized after each use. 1. Drive the tractor to a level, clear spot on your lawn, near enough to a water spigot
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    key. 5. Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. 6. mower is to be mounted on the tractor, remove the front link (E) and rear lift liks (C) from tractor and hook the clutch spring (Q) into the cable guide on front edge of lower dash. TO INSTALL MOWER Be sure tractor
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    front hole in tractor front suspension bracket (F). iMPORTANT: Check belt for proper routing in all mower pulley grooves. 11. Raise attachment lift lever to highest position. 12. If necessary, adjust gauge wheels before operating mower as shown in the Operation section of this manual. 03042tex 22
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    1. With all tires properly inflated, park tractor on level ground or driveway. _i_ CAUTION: Blades are sharp. Protect your hands with gloves and/or wrap blade with heavy cloth. 2. Raise mower to its highest position. 3. At both sides of mower, position blade at Tighten adjust nut B to raise
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    or paved surface, then brake must be serviced. belt installation guide decal on bottom side of left footrest. You may also check brake by: 1. Park tractor on a level, dry concrete or BELT REMOVAL- 1. Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of manual). NOTE: Observe entire motion drive
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    slow leaks, purchase and usetire sealant from Sears. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot mower deck height to the lowest position. After above adjustment is made, if the tractor of this manual). If "jumper cables" are used for emergency starting, follow this procedure: IMPORTANT: Your tractor is
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    position. Seat Pan ----.._ INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run poorly, stop running, or prevent it from starting. • Check wiring. See electrical wiring diagram in the Repair Parts manual. TO REPLACE FUSE Replace with 20 amp automotive-type plug-in fuse. The
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    . TRACTOR Remove mower from tractor for winter storage. When mower is tractor in the Maintenance (See "CLEANING" section of this manual). 2. Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt replacement instructions in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual system parts such
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    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM Will not start Hard to start Engine will not turn over CAUSE CORRECTION 1 Out of fuel. 2 Engine not "CHOKED" properly. 3 Engineflooded. 4 Bad spark plug. 5 Dirty
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    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM "CHOKE" position. 3 Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower. 4 Dirty air filter. 5 Low oil level/dirty oil. 6 Faulty loose blade. 2 Bent blade mandrel. 3 Loose/damaged part(s). Engine
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    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM Poor cut = uneven cutting Mower blades will not rotate Poor grass discharge Headlight(s) not working (if so equipped) CAUSE CORRECTION 1 Worn, bent or loose blade. 2 Mower deck not level. 3
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    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM Battery will not charge Loss of drive Engine "backfires" when turning engine "OFF" Engine dies when tractor ROS "ON" is not "ON" while mower or other position. See Operation section.
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    SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL Po 15 DEGREES MAX. & 1. FoJdthis page aJong dotted line indicated
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    de Problemas 59 Servicio Sears Contratapa Garantia Para Equipos Tractores Craftsman: Tractores Cortacesped, Tractores De Jardin, Carritos Con Radio De Giro Cero GARANTiA COMPLETA POR DOS AI_IOS DE CRAFTSMAN Si alguna de las partes de desgaste de este equipo tractor falla debido a un defecto
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    la tracci6n con el suelo y hacerle perder el control de su tractor. _ADVERTENClA: El tubo de escape del motor, algunos de sus las instrucciones sobre la m&quina y en el manual antes de empezar. • No poner las manos o los pies cerca de partes giratorias o debajo de la m&quina, mantener
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    • Escoger una velocidad de marcha baja de modo que no sea necesario pararse o cambiar estando en una pendiente. • No cortar la hierba mojada. Las ruedas pueden perder tracci6n. Poner siempre una marcha cuando se esta en pendientes. No poner en punto muerto e ir cuesta abajo. • Evitar arrancar,
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    o reparaci6n con el motor en funci6n. • Controlar los componentes del captador de hierba y la protecci6n de la descarga frecuentemente y sustituir con partes recomendadas por el fabricante, en su caso. • Las cuchillas del cortacesped son afiladas. Envolver la cuchilla, ponerse guantes y poner la
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    amortiguadores de chispas para el silenciador. (Vea la secci6n de Partes de Repuesto en el manual Ingles del dueflo.) ACUERDOS DE PROTECClON PARA LA REPARACION Congratulaciones por su buena compra. Su nuevo producto Craftsman® est& diseflado y fabricado para funcionar de modo fiable por muchos
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    de aquellas partes que no se han montado por razones de envio. Para asegurarse que su tractor funcione en forma adecuada y segura todas las partes y los bateria por un m[nimo de una hora a 6-10 amps. Cuando en teste manual se mencionan los t@- rminos "mano derecha" o "mano izquierda" se refiere a
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    tractor nuevo, le deseamos que reciba el mejor rendimiento y la mayor satisfaccion de este producto de calidad. Haga el favor de revisar la lista a continuacion: ,/Se han completado todas las instrucciones de montaje. ,/ No quedan partes manual). AI mismo tiempo que aprende a como usar su tractor,
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    lesiones ligeras o moderadas. & PRECAUCION cuando se utiliza sin et s[mboto de aviso, indica una situacion que puede provocar daSos al tractor y/o al motor. No seguir las siguientes instrucciones puede provocar heridas o muerte. Los simbotos de aviso de seguridadse utilizan para identificar
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    Y LAS REGLAS DE SEGURIDAD ANTES DE OPERAR SU TRACTOR Compare las ilustraciones con su tractor para familiarizarse con las ubicaciones de los diversos controles y ajustes. Guarde este manual para referencia en el futuro. 03078 Nuestros tractores cumplen con los est&ndares de seguridad del American
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    la palanca del freno de mano. El pedal tiene que quedar en la posici6n de freno. AsegOrese que el freno de estacionamiento va a sujetar el tractor en forma segura. • Mueva la palanca de control de movimiento (J) a la posici6n de neutro. MOTOR • Mover la palanca (D) de mando entre la posici6n de
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    altura se cortara el cesped. AVISO: Ajuste las ruedas calibradoras con el tractor en una superficie nivelada plana. 1. Ajuste la segadora a la altura de LA ALTURA DE CORTE DE LA SEGADORA' en la secci6n de Operaci6n de este manual). 2. Con la segadora a la altura deseada para la posici6n de corte,
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    el terreno y pueden oca- sionar que pierda el control de su tractor. 1 5 ° y no maneje atravesando ninguna pendiente. ANTES DE HACER ARRANCAR EL MO- Utilice la guia de la pendiente proporcionada en TOR la parte posteriora de este manual. • Escoja la velocidad m&s lenta antes de arran- car hacia
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    AGREGUEGASOLINA 6. Insertela Ilaveen la ignici6ny girela Ilave • Llene el estanque de combustible.Llene enel sentidoquegiranlasmanillasdelreloj hastala parteinferiordel cuellode rellenodel estanquedegasolinaN. oIoIlenedemasiado. Usegasolinaregulars, in plomo,nuevay limpiaconel minimode 87
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    (Vea "PARA EL TRANSPORTE" en esta secci6n de este manual). 3. Sentado en el asiento del tractor, empiece el motor. Despues que este corriendo el motor, mueva cambio Io suficientemente bajo para obtener un rendimiento de corte de parte de su segadora y tambien la calidad del corte deseada. •
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    garantia, el operador tiene que mantener la segadora segQn las instrucciones descritas en este manual. Hay algunos ajustes que se tienen que hacer en forma peri6dica para poder mantener su tractor adecuadamente. AI menos una vez cada estaci6n comprobar si es necesario efectuar los adjustes descritos
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    capitulo de Servicio y ajustes de este manual. cuchillas que esten gastadas, dobladas o dahadas sello para Ilantas de su comerciante de partes de repuesto m&s cercano. EIsello previene que nunca si el operador no est& en su asiento. Su tractor cuenta con un sistema de carga de la bateria que es
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    al aho si el tractor 4. Limpielosterminaleyslosextremosdelcable se utiliza Quite el casquillo amarillo de la parte inferior o de alta presi6nparalimpiarlas aletasde contacto con un centro de servicio Sears o con un otro centro de servicio del Producto" secci6n de este manual. AVlSO: A pesar de
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    pre limpiador; y el cartucho donde viene el papel [service paper cartridge] reempl&celo cada 100 horas de operaci6n "ESPECIFICACIONES DEL PRODUCTO" secci6n de este manual. FILTRO DE COMBUSTIBLE EN LINEA El filtro de jardin o agua a presi6n para limpiar el tractor a no set que el motor y la
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    superficie que forma parte del sistema de lavado de la cubierta. Se deberia utilizar cada vez que se haya usado el tractor. . Lleve el tractor a un lugar . 3. Enrosque el adaptador de la boquilla (empaquetado con el manual del operador del tractor) en el extremo de la manguera del jardin. 4. Eche
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    STOP) y remuevala. 5. AsegOrese que las cuchillas y que todas las partes movibles se hayan detenido completamente. 6. Desconecte el alambre de la bujia adelante antes de deslizarla por 2. Deslice la SEGADORA por debajo del tractor hasta que quede bien centrada debajo de este. 3. FIJE LOS BRAZOS
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    , Realice el mismo procedimiento en el otro lado del tractor. 5. FIJE LAS PIEZAS DE PROPULSION POS- TERIORES (C) - Levante la parte posterior de la cortadora, ubique la ranura de la pieza de uni6n (D) la cortadora, como se ilustra en el capitulo de Manejo de este manual. ® 03042tex 53
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    1/8" a 1/2" m&s abajo que la punta posterior, dirijase a la parte de adelante del tractor. • Con una Ilave inglesa de 11/16" o de calibre regulable, pieza de uni6n anterior (B) en sentido horario (ajustar) para elevar la parte de adelante de la cortadora, o bien en sentido antihorario (aflojar) para
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    de este manual). Poteas de Guia Potea det Mandril MONTAJE DE LA CORREA 1. Instale la correa nueva de la parte de atra.s a la parte de adelante del tractor, pas&ndola intenta empujar hacia adelante el tractor manualmente. Sustituir las zapatas del freno o contactar con Sears o con un otto centro de
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    en contacto con un centro de servicios Sears u otto centro de servicios autorizado. ligeramente el perno de regulaci6n en la parte anterior de la rueda posterior derecha; 2. manual). Si se usan "cables de empalme" para un arranque de emergencia, siga este procedimiento: IMPORTANTE: Su tractor
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    cable de la bateria ROJO y remueva la bateria del tractor. 3. Instale la nueva bateria con los terminos en misma el sujetador de la bombilla fuera del agujero en la parte trasera del enrejado. 3. Cambie la bombilla en el en contacto con un centro de servicio Sears o con un otro centro de servicio cualificado
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    rdela en una &rea limpia y seca. 1. Limpie todo el tractor (vea "LIMPIEZA' en la secci6n de Mantenimiento en este manual). 2. Inspeccione y cambie las correas, si es nec- esario ( Es important evitar que se forman depositos de goma en partes fundamentales del sistema de combus-tible tales como el
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    IDENTIFICACI6N DE PROBLEMAS: Yea la secci6n apropiada en el manual a menos que este dirigido a un centro de servicio Sears. PROBLEMA NO arral3ca CAUSA 1. Sin combustible. 2. Motor sin la "ESTRANGU LACI6N" adecuada. 3. Motor ahogado. (CHOKE) 4. Bujia mala. 5. Bateria baja o descargada 6. Filtro
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    : Yea la secci6n apropiada en el manual a menos que este dirigido a un centro de servicio Sears. PROBLEMA Perdida de fuerza (continuado) con uncentro de servicio Sears o con un otto centro de servicio cualificado. 3. Apriete la(s) parte(s). Cambie las partes dafladas. El tractor se port en marcha
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    Yea la secci6n apropiada en el manual a menos que este dirigido a un centro de servicio Sears, PROBLEMA CAUSA CORRECCION Las cuchillas Cambie/afile la cuchilla. Apriete el perno de la cuchilla. 7. Limpie la parte inferior de la caja de la segadora. 8. Cambie/ajuste la correa de impulsi6n
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    SOLAIVlENTEANDE CUESTA ARRIBA O CUESTA ABAJO Y NO ATRAVIESE EL CERRO 03 (D 15GRADOS MAX. ADVERTENCIA: Para evitar da_os graves, haga funcionar su tractor arriba y abajo de las pendientes, nunca transversalmente con respecto alas pendientes. No cortar pendientes mayores de 15 grados. Haga los virajes
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    home - of all major brand appliances, lawn and garden equipment, or heating and cooling systems, no matter who made it, no matter who sold it! For the replacement parts, accessories and owner's manuals that you need to do-k-yourself. For Sears professional installation of home appliances and items
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Operator's
Manual
1
®
LAW
TRACTO
21.0 HR* 46" Mower
Electric
Start
Automatic
Transmission
Model No.
917.28924
•
EspaSol,
p. 33
03070
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:
Read and follow
all Safety
Rules
and Instructions
before
operating
this
equipment.
For answers
to your questions
about this product,
Call:
1-800-659-5917
Sears
Craftsman
Help
Line
5 am
- 5 pm,
Mon-
Sat
SEARS,
ROEBUCKAND
CO., HOFFMAN
ESTATES,
IL 60179
U.S.A.
Visit
our
Craftsman
website:www.sears.com/craftsman
*As
rated
by the
engine
manufacturer
424571
Rev.
4