PRODUCT
SPECIFICATIONS
Gasoline
Capacity
2.5 Gallons
and Type:
Unleaded
Regular
Oil Type
SAE 10W30 (above 32°F
(API-SG-SL):
SAE 5W30 (below 32°F
Oil Capacity:
W/Filter:
51 oz.
W/O
Filter:
35 oz.
Spark
Plug:
Champion
RC12YC
(Gap:
.030")
Ground
Speed
Forward:
0-5.5
Reverse:
0-2.4
Charging
System:
15 Amps
@ 3600 RPM
Battery:
Amp/Hr:
28
Min. CCA:
230
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 can-
not easily remedy, please contact a Sears or
other qualified service center. We have com-
petent, 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
applicable
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
yourseff
from unexpected
hassle
and expense.
Here's
what's
included
in the Agreement:
•
Expert service
byour
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
bythe
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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