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Craftsman Riding Equipment Warranty
CRAFTSMAN FULL WARRANTY
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 wilt
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 matedal 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 (ifequipped) of thisriding equipmentJswarranted against any defectsin material or
workmanship. With proof ofpurchase, a defectivecast frontaxle will receive free in-home replacement.
WARRANTY SERVICE
For warranty coverage details to obtain free repair or replacement, call 1-800_659-5917 or visitthe
web site: www.craftsman.cem
In all cases above, if part repair or replacement is impossible,the ridingequipment wilt 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 whiJe 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, oi!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 resultingfrom normal wear, accident, or improperoperation 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, faiJure 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 byfuel 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 exteriorfinishes, or product Jabel replacement.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from
state to state.
Sears Brands
Management
Corporation,
Hoffman
Estates,
IL 60179
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