PRODUCT
SPECIFICATIONS
Gasoline
Capacity
4.0 Gallons
and Type:
Unleaded
Regular
Oil Type
SAE 30 (above 32°F)
API-SG-SL):
SAE 5W30 (below 32°F
Oil Capacity:
61 oz.
Spark
Plug:
Champion
RC12YC
(Gap:
.030")
Ground
Speed
Forward:
0-5.5
Reverse:
0-2.4
Charging
System:
15 Amps @ 3600 RP[V
Battery:
Amp/Hr:
35
Min. CCA:
280
Case size:
U1R
Blade
Bolt Torque:
45-55
Ft. Lbs.
CONGRATULATIONS
on your purchase
of
a new tractor.
It has been designed,
engi-
neered and manufactured
to give you the best
possible
dependability
and performance.
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
assemble
and maintain
your tractor
properly.
Always
observe
the "SAFETY
RULES".
CUSTOMER
RESPONSIBILITIES
• Read and observe
the safety
rules.
• Follow a regular
schedule
in maintaining,
caring
for and using
your tractor.
• Follow
the
instructions
under
"Mainte-
nance"
and
"Storage"
sections
of this
owner's
manual.
_WARNING:
This tractor
is equipped
with
an internal combustion
engine and should not
be used on or near any unimproved
forest-
covered,
brush-covered
or grass-covered
land unless
the engine's
exhaust
system
is
equipped
with a spark arrester
meeting
ap-
plicable
local or state laws (if any).
If a spark
arrester
is used,
it should
be maintained
in
effective
working
order by the operator.
In the state of California
the above is required
by law (Section
4442 of the California
Public
Resources
Code).
Other
states
may have
similar
laws.
Federal
laws apply
on federal
lands.
A spark
arrester
for the muffler
is
available
through
your nearest
Sears service
center
(See REPAIR
PARTS
manual).
REPAIR PROTECTION
AGREEMENTS
Congratulations on making a smart purchase.
Your new Craftsman®
product is designed
and manufactured
for years of dependable
operation. But like all products, it may require
repair from time to time. That's when having
a Repair Protection Agreement can save you
money and aggravation.
Purchase
a Repair Protection
Agreement
now and protect yourself
from unexpected
hassle and expense.
Here's what's included in the Agreement:
Expert service by our 12,000 profesional
repair specialists.
Unlimited service and no charge for parts
and labor on all covered repairs.
Product
replacement
if your covered
product can't be fixed.
Discount
of 10% from regular price of
service
and service-related
parts
not
covered by the agreement; also, 10% off
regular price of preventive
maintenance
check.
Fast help by phone - phone support
from a Sears representative
on products
requiring in-home repair, plus convenient
repair scheduling.
Once
you
purchase
the Agreement,
a
simple phone call is all that it takes for you
to schedule
service.
You can call anytime
day or night, or schedule a service appoint-
ment online.
Sears has over 12,000 professional
repair
specialists,
who have access to over 4.5
million quality parts and accessories.
That's
the kind of professionalism
you can count on
to help prolong the life of your new purchase
for years to come. Purchase
your Repair
Protection Agreement
today!
Some limitations
and exclusions
apply.
For prices and additional information
call
1-800-827-6655.
SEARS INSTALLATION
SERVICE
For Sears professional
installation
of home
appliances,
garage
door openers,
water
heaters, and other major home items, in the
U.S.A. call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®
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