Craftsman C459-36400 User manual

CAUTION: Before using this
product, read this manual
and follow all safety rules
and operating instructions.
Operator’s Manual
• SAFETY
• ASSEMBLY
• OPERATION
• MAINTENANCE
• PARTS LIST
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Sears Canada Inc., 290 Yonge Street, Toronto, On M5B 2C3
Visit our web: sears.ca 1. 22.14
769-09686
21” LAWN MOWER
Model No. C459-36400

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
MODEL NUMBER
Model Number ________________________________
Serial Number _________________________________
Date of Purchase _______________________________
Record the model number, serial number,
and date of purchase above.
Safety Instructions ....................................3
Safety Symbols .......................................6
Slope Guide ..........................................7
Assembly .............................................8
Operation ...........................................11
Service and Maintenance.............................14
Off-Season Storage...................................17
Troubleshooting .....................................18
Warranty ............................................19
Emission Control Warranty Statement.................21
1-800-4-MY-HOME ...................................23

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
GENERAL OPERATION
• Readthisoperator’smanualcarefullyinitsentiretybeforeattemptingto
assemblethismachine.Read,understand,andfollowallinstructionsonthe
machineandinthemanualsbeforeoperation.Keepthismanualinasafe
placeforfutureandregularreferenceandfororderingreplacementparts
• Becompletelyfamiliarwiththecontrolsandtheproperuseofthismachine
beforeoperatingit.
• Thismachineisaprecisionpieceofpowerequipment,notaplaything.
Therefore,exerciseextremecautionatalltimes.Thismachinehasbeen
designedtoperformonejob:tomowgrass.Donotuseitforanyother
purpose.
• Neverallowchildrenunder14yearsofagetooperatethismachine.Children
14andovershouldreadandunderstandtheinstructionsandsafeoperation
practicesinthismanualandonthemachineandshouldbetrainedand
supervisedbyanadult.
• Onlyresponsibleindividualswhoarefamiliarwiththeserulesofsafe
operationshouldbeallowedtousethismachine.
• Thoroughlyinspecttheareawheretheequipmentistobeused.Removeall
stones,sticks,wire,bones,toysandotherforeignobjects,whichcouldbe
trippedoverorpickedupandthrownbytheblade.Thrownobjectscancause
seriouspersonalinjury.
• Planyourmowingpatterntoavoiddischargeofmaterialtowardroads,
sidewalks,bystandersandthelike.Also,avoiddischargingmaterialagainst
awallorobstruction,whichmaycausedischargedmaterialtoricochetback
towardtheoperator.
• Tohelpavoidbladecontactorathrownobjectinjury,stayinoperatorzone
behindhandlesandkeepchildren,bystanders,helpersandpetsatleast75
feetfrommowerwhileitisinoperation.Stopmachineifanyoneentersarea.
• Alwayswearsafetyglassesorsafetygogglesduringoperationandwhile
performinganadjustmentorrepairtoprotectyoureyes.Thrownobjects
whichricochetcancauseseriousinjurytotheeyes.
• Wearsturdy,rough-soledworkshoesandclose-fittingslacksandshirts.
Shirtsandpantsthatcoverthearmsandlegsandsteel-toedshoesare
recommended.Neveroperatethismachineinbarefeet,sandals,slipperyor
light-weight(e.g.canvas)shoes.
• Donotputhandsorfeetnearrotatingpartsorunderthecuttingdeck.
Contactwithbladecanamputatefingers,hands,toesandfeet.
• Amissingordamageddischargecovercancausebladecontactorthrown
objectinjuries.
• Manyinjuriesoccurasaresultofthemowerbeingpulledoverthefoot
duringafallcausedbyslippingortripping.Donotholdontothemowerif
youarefalling:releasethehandleimmediately.
• Neverpullthemowerbacktowardyouwhileyouarewalking.Ifyoumust
backthemowerawayfromawallorobstructionfirstlookdownandbehind
toavoidtrippingandthenfollowthesesteps:
a. Stepbackfrommowertofullyextendyourarmsforward.
b. Besureyouarewellbalancedwithsurefooting.
c. Pullthemowerbackslowly,nomorethanhalfwaytowardyou.
d. Repeatthesestepsasneeded.
• Donotoperatethemowerwhileundertheinfluenceofalcoholordrugs.
• Donotengagetheself-propelledmechanismonmachinessoequipped
whilestartingengine.
• Thebladecontrolhandleisasafetydevice.Neverattempttobypassits
operation.Doingsomakesthesafetydeviceinoperativeandmayresultin
personalinjurythroughcontactwiththerotatingblade.Thebladecontrol
handlemustoperateeasilyinbothdirectionsandautomaticallyreturntothe
disengagedpositionwhenreleased.
• Neveroperatethemowerinwetgrass.Alwaysbesureofyourfooting.A
slipandfallcancauseseriouspersonalinjury.Ifyoufeelyouarelosingyour
footing,releasethebladecontrolhandleimmediatelyandthebladewill
stoprotatingwithinthreeseconds.
• Mowonlyindaylightorgoodartificiallight.Walk,neverrun.
• Stopthebladewhencrossinggraveldrives,walksorroads.
WARNING
This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not
followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of
yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual
before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these
instructions may result in personal injury. When you see this symbol, HEED
ITS WARNING!
WARNING
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components
contain or emit chemicals known to State of California to cause cancer and
birth defects or other reproductive harm.
DANGER
This machine was built to be operated according to the safe operation
practices in this manual. As with any type of power equipment,
carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in serious injury.
This machine is capable of amputating fingers, hands, toes and feet and
throwing debris. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could
result in serious injury or death.
WARNING
Your Responsibility—Restrict the use of this power machine to
persons who read, understand and follow the warnings and instructions in
this manual and on the machine.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
• Iftheequipmentshouldstarttovibrateabnormally,stoptheengineand
checkimmediatelyforthecause.Vibrationisgenerallyawarningoftrouble.
• Shuttheengineoffandwaituntilthebladecomestoacompletestopbefore
removingthegrasscatcheroruncloggingthechute.Thecuttingblade
continuestorotateforafewsecondsafterthebladecontrolisreleased.
Neverplaceanypartofthebodyinthebladeareauntilyouaresurethe
bladehasstoppedrotating.
• Neveroperatemowerwithoutpropertrailshield,dischargecover,grass
catcher,bladecontrolhandleorothersafetyprotectivedevicesinplaceand
working.Neveroperatemowerwithdamagedsafetydevices.Failuretodo
socanresultinpersonalinjury.
• Mufflerandenginebecomehotandcancauseaburn.Donottouch.
• Neverattempttomakeawheelorcuttingheightadjustmentwhilethe
engineisrunning.
• Onlyusepartsandaccessoriesmadeforthismachinebythemanufactureras
listedinthePartspagesofthisOperator’sManual.Failuretodosocanresult
inpersonalinjury.
• Whenstartingengine,pullcordslowlyuntilresistanceisfelt,thenpull
rapidly.Rapidretractionofstartercord(kickback)willpullhandandarm
towardenginefasterthanyoucanletgo.Brokenbones,fractures,bruisesor
sprainscouldresult.
• Ifsituationsoccurwhicharenotcoveredinthismanual,usecareandgood
judgement.
SLOPE OPERATION
Slopesareamajorfactorrelatedtoslipandfallaccidents,whichcanresultinsevere
injury.Operationonslopesrequiresextracaution.Ifyoufeeluneasyonaslope,do
notmowit.Foryoursafety,usetheSlopeGuideincludedaspartofthismanualto
measureslopesbeforeoperatingthismachineonaslopedorhillyarea.Iftheslope
isgreaterthan15degrees,donotmowit.
Do:
• Mowacrossthefaceofslopes;neverupanddown.Exerciseextremecaution
whenchangingdirectiononslopes.
• Watchforholes,ruts,rocks,hiddenobjects,orbumpswhichcancauseyou
tosliportrip.Tallgrasscanhideobstacles.
• Alwaysbesureofyourfooting.Aslipandfallcancauseseriouspersonal
injury.Ifyoufeelyouarelosingyourbalance,releasethebladecontrol
handleimmediatelyandthebladewillstoprotatingwithinthree(3)
seconds.
Do Not:
• Donotmowneardrop-offs,ditchesorembankments,becauseyoucould
loseyourfootingorbalance.
• Donotmowslopesgreaterthan15degreesasshownontheslopeguide.
• Donotmowonwetgrass.Unstablefootingcouldcauseslipping.
CHILDREN
Tragicaccidentscanoccuriftheoperatorisnotalerttothepresenceofchildren.
Childrenareoftenattractedtothemowerandthemowingactivity.Theydonot
understandthedangers.Neverassumethatchildrenwillremainwhereyoulastsaw
them.
• Keepchildrenoutofthemowingareaandunderwatchfulcareofa
responsibleadultotherthantheoperator.
• Bealertandturnmoweroffifachildentersthearea.
• Beforeandwhilemovingbackwards,lookbehindanddownforsmall
children.
• Useextremecarewhenapproachingblindcorners,doorways,shrubs,trees,
orotherobjectsthatmayobscureyourvisionofachildwhomayrunintothe
mower.
• Keepchildrenawayfromhotorrunningengines.Theycansufferburnsfrom
ahotmuffler.
• Neverallowchildrenunder14yearsofagetooperatethismachine.Children
14andovershouldreadandunderstandtheinstructionsandsafeoperation
practicesinthismanualandonthemachineandbetrainedandsupervised
byanadult.
SERVICE
Safe Handling of Gasoline:
To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme care in handling
gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive.
Serious personal injury can occur when gasoline is spilled on yourself or your
clothes which can ignite. Wash your skin and change clothes immediately.
• Useonlyanapprovedgasolinecontainer.
• Neverfillcontainersinsideavehicleoronatruckortrailerbedwithaplastic
liner.Alwaysplacecontainersonthegroundawayfromyourvehiclebefore
filling.
• Removegas-poweredequipmentfromthetruckortrailerandrefueliton
theground.Ifthisisnotpossible,thenrefuelsuchequipmentonatrailer
withaportablecontainer,ratherthanfromagasolinedispensernozzle.
• Keepthenozzleincontactwiththerimofthefueltankorcontaineropening
atalltimesuntilfuelingiscomplete.Donotuseanozzlelock-opendevice.
• Extinguishallcigarettes,cigars,pipesandothersources
ofignition.
• Neverfuelmachineindoorsbecauseflammablevaporswillaccumulatein
thearea.
• Neverremovegascaporaddfuelwhileengineishotorrunning.Allow
enginetocoolatleasttwominutesbeforerefueling.
• Neverover-fillfueltank.Toallowforexpansionofthefuel,donotfillabove
thebottomofthefueltankneck.
• Replacegasolinecapandtightensecurely.
• Ifgasolineisspilled,wipeitofftheengineandequipment.Movemachineto
anotherarea.Wait5minutesbeforestartingengine.
• Neverstorethemachineorfuelcontainernearanopenflame,sparkorpilot
lightasonawaterheater,spaceheater,furnace,clothesdryerorothergas
appliances.
• Toreducefirehazard,keepmachinefreeofgrass,leaves,orotherdebris
build-up.Cleanupoilorfuelspillageandremoveanyfuel-soakeddebris.
• Allowmachinetocoolatleast5minutesbeforestoring.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
General Service:
• Neverrunanengineindoorsorinapoorlyventilatedarea.Engineexhaust
containscarbonmonoxide,anodorlessanddeadlygas.
• Beforecleaning,repairing,orinspecting,makecertainthebladeandall
movingpartshavestopped.Disconnectthesparkplugwireandground
againsttheenginetopreventunintendedstarting.
• Checkthebladeandenginemountingboltsatfrequentintervalsforproper
tightness.Also,visuallyinspectbladefordamage(e.g.,bent,cracked,worn).
Replacebladewiththeoriginalequipmentmanufacture’s(O.E.M.)blade
only,listedinthePartspagesofthismanual.Useofpartswhichdonotmeet
theoriginalequipmentspecificationsmayleadtoimproperperformance
andcompromisesafety!
• Mowerbladesaresharpandcancut.Wrapthebladeorweargloves,anduse
extracautionwhenservicingthem.
• Keepallnuts,bolts,andscrewstighttobesuretheequipmentisinsafe
workingcondition.
• Nevertamperwithsafetydevices.Checktheirproperoperationregularly.
• Afterstrikingaforeignobject,stoptheengine,disconnectthesparkplug
wireandgroundagainsttheengine.Thoroughlyinspectthemowerforany
damage.Repairthedamagebeforestartingandoperatingthemower.
• Neverattempttomakeawheelorcuttingheightadjustmentwhilethe
engineisrunning.
• Grasscatchercomponents,dischargecover,andtrailshieldaresubjectto
wearanddamagewhichcouldexposemovingpartsorallowobjectstobe
thrown.Forsafetyprotection,frequentlycheckcomponentsandreplace
immediatelywithoriginalequipmentmanufacturer’s(O.E.M.)partsonly,
listedinthePartspagesofthismanual.Useofpartswhichdonotmeetthe
originalequipmentspecificationsmayleadtoimproperperformanceand
compromisesafety!
• Donotchangetheengine’sgovernorsettingorover-speedtheengine.The
governorcontrolsthemaximumsafeoperatingspeedoftheengine.
• Checkfuelline,tank,cap,andfittingsfrequentlyforcracksorleaks.Replace
ifnecessary.
• Donotcrankenginewithsparkplugremoved.
• Maintainorreplacesafetyandinstructionlabels,asnecessary.
• Observeproperdisposallawsandregulations.Improperdisposaloffluids
andmaterialscanharmtheenvironment.
• AccordingtotheConsumerProductsSafetyCommission(CPSC)andtheU.S.
EnvironmentalProtectionAgency(EPA),thisproducthasanAverageUseful
Lifeofseven(7)years,or140hoursofoperation.AttheendoftheAverage
UsefulLifehavethemachineinspectedannuallybyaSearsorotherqualified
servicedealertoensurethatallmechanicalandsafetysystemsareworking
properlyandnotwornexcessively.Failuretodosocanresultinaccidents,
injuriesordeath.
DO NOT MODIFY ENGINE
To avoid serious injury or death, do not modify engine in any way. Tampering
with the governor setting can lead to a runaway engine and cause it to
operate at unsafe speeds. Never tamper with factory setting of engine
governor.
NOTICE REGARDING EMISSIONS
Engines which are certified to comply with California and federal EPA
emission regulations for SORE (Small Off Road Equipment) are certified
to operate on regular unleaded gasoline, and may include the following
emission control systems: Engine Modification (EM), Oxidizing Catalyst (OC),
Secondary Air Injection (SAI) and Three Way Catalyst (TWC) if so equipped.
SPARK ARRESTOR
WARNING
This machine is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should
not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brushcovered or
grass-covered land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a
spark arrestor 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.
A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine
authorized service dealer.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAFETY SYMBOLS
This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine before
attempting to assemble and operate.
Symbol Description
READ THE OPERATOR’S MANUAL(S)
Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and
operate
DANGER — ROTATING BLADES
To reduce the risk of injury, keep hands and feet away. Do not operate unless discharge cover or grass
catcher is in its proper place. If damaged, replace immediately.
DANGER — BYSTANDERS
Do not mow when children or others are around.
DANGER — HAND/ FOOT CUT
Keep hands and feet away from rotating parts.
DANGER — THROWN DEBRIS
Remove objects that can be thrown by the blade in any direction. Wear safety glasses.
DANGER — SLOPES
Use extra caution on slopes. Do not mow slopes greater than 15°.
WARNING—GASOLINE IS FLAMMABLE
Allow the engine to cool at least two minutes before refueling.
WARNING— CARBON MONOXIDE
Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area. Engine exhaust contains carbon
monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas.
WARNING— HOT SURFACE
Engine parts, especially the muffler, become extremely hot during operation. Allow engine and
muffler to cool before touching.
WARNING: Your Responsibility—Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read, understand and follow
the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

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SLOPE GAUGE
(OK) (TOO STEEP)
USE THIS SLOPE GAUGE TO DETERMINE
IF A SLOPE IS TOO STEEP FOR SAFE OPERATION!
To check the slope, proceed as follows: 1. Remove this page and fold along the dashed line. 2. Locate a vertical object on or behind the slope (e.g. a pole, building, fence, tree, etc.) 3. Align either side of the slope gauge with the object (See Figure 1 and Figure 2 ). 4. Adjust gauge up or down until the left corner touches the slope (See Figure 1 and Figure 2). 5. If there is a gap below the gauge, the slope is too steep for safe operation (See Figure 2 above).
15° dashed line
Figure 2Figure 1
15° Slope
15° Slope
WARNING
Slopes are a major factor related to tip-over and roll-over accidents which can result in severe injury or death. Do not operate machine on slopes in excess of 15 degrees. All slopes require extra caution. Always mow across the face of slopes, never mow up and down slopes.

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ASSEMBLY
IMPORTANT: This unit is shipped without gasoline or oil in the engine. Be certain to
service engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the Operation section before
starting or running your machine.
NOTE: Reference to right and left hand side of the Lawn Mower is observed from the
operating position.
Recommended Tools for Assembly
• Adjustable wrench (1)
Opening carton
1. Cut each corner of the carton vertically from top to bottom.
2. Remove all loose parts.
3. Remove loose packing material.
Removing unit from carton
1. Lift unit from the rear to detach it from underlying carton material and roll
unit out of carton.
2. Check carton thoroughly for any other loose parts.
Assembly
Attaching The Handle
1. Remove any packing material which may be between upper and lower
handles.
a. Remove handle knobs and carriage bolts handle as shown in Figure
1. Do not loosen or remove adjacent hex head screws.
.
a
a
Figure 1
Contents of Carton
• One Lawn Mower • One Lawn Mower Operator’s Manual • One Hardware Pack
• Two Wheels • One Side Discharge Chute† • One Bottle of Oil
† Used with Bolt-On Chute Only
Hardware Pack
Group 1
Group 2 †
Qty. 2 Qty. 2
Qty. 2 Qty. 2

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ASSEMBLY
b. While stabilizing mower so it doesn’t move, pivot upper handle up as
shown in Figure 2. Do not crimp cable while lifting the handle up.
c. Reattach bolts and handle knobs removed earlier into lower holes of
handle as shown in Figure 2 inset.
B
C
C
Figure 2
2. Remove T-bolts from the handle brackets as shown in Figure 3.
Figure 3
3. Follow the steps below to complete handle assembly:
a. Pull upward on the handle until holes in lower handle (shown in
Figure 3 deck cutaway) line up with holes in handle bracket. See
Figure 4.
A
B
B
Figure 4
NOTE: When pulling upward on handle, make sure to not pull handle all the
way out.
b. Insert the T-bolts removed in step earlier through the handle
brackets and lower handle and tighten securely to secure the handle
in place. See Figure 4.

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ASSEMBLY
3. Theropeguideisattachedtotherightsideoftheupperhandle.Loosenthe
wingknobwhichsecurestheropeguide.RefertoFigure6.
a. Holdbladecontrolagainstupperhandle.
b. Slowlypullstarterropehandlefromengineandslipstarterropeinto
theropeguide.SeeFigure6.
c. Tightenropeguidewingknob.
d. Usecabletiestosecurebladecontrolcabletolowerhandle.
A
B
C
D
Figure 5
Rear Wheels
(Hardware Pack, Group 1)
1. UsingboltsandwashersfromGroup1ofthehardwarepack,securetherear
wheelstothedeckasshowninFigure6.Installthewasherwiththecupped
sidetowardsthedeck.
IMPORTANT: Usethesameholelocationforallfourwheelswhen
assembling.Forexample,ifyoudesirethelowestcuttingposition,assemble
eachwheelatthehighestholeonthedeck.RefertoCuttingHeight
AdjustmentintheMaintenanceandAdjustmentsection.
Attaching Side Discharge Chute
Yourmowermaybeshippedasamulcher.Toconverttosidedischarge,makesure
grasscatcherisoffoftheunitandreardischargedoorisclosed.
1. Onthesideofthemower,liftthesidemulchingplug.SeeFigure9.
2. Slidetwohooksofsidedischargechuteunderhingepinonmulchingplug
assembly.Lowerthemulchingplug.Donotremovesidemulchingplugat
anytime,evenwhenyouarenotmulching.
Figure 6
2
1
Side Mulching
Cover
Side Discharge
Cover
Figure 7
Set-Up
Gas and Oil Fill-Up
Refertotheseparateengineowner’smanualforadditionalengineinformation.
1. Addoilprovidedbeforestartingunitforthefirsttimeoutofthebox.
2. Servicetheenginewithgasolineasinstructedintheseparateengine
owner’smanual.
WARNING
Use extreme care when handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely
flammable and the vapors are explosive. Never fuel the machine indoors or
while the engine is hot or running. Extinguish cigarettes, cigars, pipes and
other sources of ignition.

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OPERATION
Figure 12
Blade Control
Thebladecontrolisattachedtotheupperhandleofthemower.Depressand
squeezeitagainsttheupperhandletooperatetheunit.Releaseittostopengine
andblade.
WARNING
This blade control is a safety device. Never attempt to bypass its operation.
Mulch Cover
Themulchcoverisusedtorecirculategrassclippingsbacktothelawn.Attachitas
instructedintheAssemblysectionofthismanual.
Side Discharge Cover
Yourmowerisshippedasamulcher.Todischargethegrassclippingstotheside
instead,followtheinstructionsintheAssemblysectiontoattachthesidedischarge
cover.
WARNING
Keep hands and feet away from the chute area on cutting deck. Refer to
warning label on the unit.
Recoil Starter
Therecoilstarterisattachedtotherightupperhandle.Standbehindtheunitand
pulltherecoilstarterropetostarttheunit.
Primer (If Equipped)
Theprimerislocatedontheleftsideoftheengine,nexttotheaircleaner.Pressing
theprimerforcesfueldirectlyintotheengine’scarburetortoaidinstartingthe
engine.
Oil Drain
Removingtheoildrainplugwilldraintheoilfromtheengine.Theengineis
equippedwithasidedrain,andonselectunits,youmayalsoaccessabottomdrain.
Oil Fill Cap
Removetheoilfillcaptochecktheoillevelandaddoil.
Fuel Cap
Removethefuelcaptoaddfuel.
NOTE: Someenginesmaynothavethefuelcapinstalledforshippingpurposes.To
install,removeanddiscardthefueltankdustcaplabeled“Discard”.Removethe
bubblewrappackagingfromaroundthefuelcapandtightensecurely.
.
Blade Control
Recoil Starter
Gas Cap
Oil Fill Cap
Side Discharge
Cover
Mulch Cover
Primer
Air Filter
Oil Drain

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OPERATION
Gas & Oil
NOTE: Theengineisshippedwithoutgasolineoroilintheengine.Runningthe
enginewithinsufficientoilcancauseseriousenginedamageandvoidtheengine
warranty.
WARNING
Always keep hands and feet clear of equipment moving parts. Do not use a
pressurized starting fluid. Vapors are flammable.
Oil Recommendations
Beforestartingengine,fillwithmotoroil,capacityis600ml/20oz.Referto
viscositychartinFigure13foroilrecommendations.Donotover-fill.Usea4-stroke,
oranequivalenthighdetergent,premiumqualitymotoroilcertifiedtomeetor
exceedU.S.automobilemanufacturer’srequirementsforserviceclassificationofa
minimumlevelSJ(higherletterratingsareacceptablesuchasSLandSMgrades).
Motoroilwilldisplaythisdesignationonthecontainer.
SAE10W-30isrecommendedforgeneral,alltemperatureuse.Ifsingleviscosityoil
isused,selecttheappropriateviscosityfortheaveragetemperatureinyourarea
fromthechartbelow.
-30º -20º
10w
20w
20
30
40
20w40, 20w50
15w40, 15w50
10w40
10w30
-10º 0º
0º 20º 40º 60º 80º 100º
10º 20º 30º 40º
-20º
(ºC)
(ºF)
1
2
Figure 13
1. SingleViscosity
2. MultiViscosity
CAUTION: Donotusenon-detergentoilor2-strokeengineoil.Itcouldshortenthe
engine’sservicelife.
NOTE: A5w30syntheticoilmaybeusedtoimprovestartabilityforcoldweather
(temperaturesbelow400F).
Checking Oil Level
NOTE: Besuretochecktheoilwhileonalevelsurfacewiththeenginestopped.
1. Removetheoilfillercap/dipstickandwipethedipstickclean.
2. Insertthecap/dipstickintotheoilfillerneck,butdonotscrewitin.
3. Removetheoilfillercap/dipstick.Ifthelevelislow,slowlyaddoiltothe
upperlimitonthedipstick.SeeFigure14.
4. Replaceandtightencap/dipstickfirmlybeforestartingengine.
NOTE: Donotoverfill.Overfillingwithoilmaycausesmoking,hardstarting,
sparkplugfouling,oroilsaturationofaircleaner.
Figure 14
Fuel Requirements
CAUTION
Operating the engine with E15 or E85 fuel, an oil/gasoline mixture, dirty
gasoline, or gasoline over 30 days old without fuel stabilizing additive
may result in damage to your engine’s carburetor. Subsequent damage
would not be covered under the manufacturer’s warranty.
Useautomotivegasoline(unleadedorlowleadedtominimizecombustionchamber
deposits)withaminimumof87octane.Gasolinewithupto10%ethanol(E10)
or15%MTBE(MethylTertiaryButylEther)canbeused.Neveruseanoil/gasoline
mixtureordirtygasoline.Avoidgettingdirt,dust,orwaterinthefueltank.DO
NOT use E15 or E85 gasoline.
WARNING
Gasoline is extremely flammable and is explosive under certain conditions.
• Refuelinawell-ventilatedareawiththeenginestopped.Donotsmokeor
allowflamesorsparksintheareawheretheengineisrefueledorwhere
gasolineisstored.
• Donotoverfillthefueltank.Afterrefueling,makesurethetankcapisclosed
properlyandsecurely.
• Becarefulnottospillfuelwhenrefueling.Spilledfuelorfuelvapormay
ignite.Ifanyfuelisspilled,makesuretheareaisdrybeforestartingthe
engine.
• Avoidrepeatedorprolongedcontactwithskinorbreathingofvapor.

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OPERATION
Adding Fuel
CAUTION
An adult should fuel this engine. NEVER allow children to refuel the engine.
Gasoline (fuel) vapors are highly flammable and can explode. Fuel vapors
can spread and be ignited by a spark or flame many feet away from engine.
To prevent injury or death from fuel fires, follow these instructions:
NOTE: Someenginesmaynothavethefuelcapinstalledforshippingpurposes.To
install,removeanddiscardthefueltankdustcaplabeled“Discard”.Removethe
bubblewrappackagingfromaroundthefuelcapandtightensecurely.
• DONOTuseleadedfuel.
• Fuelmustbefreshandclean.NEVERusefuelleftoverfromlast
seasonorstoredforlongperiods.
• NEVERmixoilwithfuel.
• DONOTusefuelcontainingMethanol(WoodAlcohol)
NOTE: Beforerefueling,allowenginetocooltwominutes.
1. Cleanaroundfuelfillbeforeremovingcaptofuel.
2. Filltankuntilfuelreaches1⁄2inchbelowthebottomofthefillernecktoallow
spaceforfuelexpansion.Becarefulnottooverfill.
3. Replacethegasolinecapandtightensecurely.Wipeupspilledfuelbefore
startingengine.IffuelisspilledDONOTstartengine.Movemachineaway
fromareaofspillage.Avoidcreatinganysourceofignitionuntilfuelvapors
aregone.
WARNING
Be sure no one other than the operator is standing near the lawn mower
while starting engine or operating mower. Never run engine indoors or
in enclosed, poorly ventilated areas. Engine exhaust contains carbon
monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas. Keep hands, feet, hair and loose
clothing away from any moving parts on engine and lawn mower.
To Start Engine
1. Pushprimer3times.Waitabouttwosecondsbetweeneachpush.SeeFigure
15.Intemperaturebelow50°F,prime5times.Aftertheengineiswarmed
up,oneprimemaybeneededforalltemperatures.
1. Standingbehindthemower,squeezethebladecontrolhandleagainstupper
handle.SeeFigure15
2. Pulltherecoilstarterlightlyuntilresistanceisfelt,thenpullrapidlyto
overcomecompression,preventkickback,andstarttheengine.Repeatif
necessary.SeeFigure15.
IMPORTANT: Donotallowtherecoilstartertosnapbackagainsttheropeguide.

Ifenginedoesnotstart,itmaybenecessarytore-primetheengine.
To Stop Engine
1. Releasebladecontroltostoptheengineandblade.
WARNING
Wait for the blade to stop completely before performing any work on the
mower or to remove the grass catcher.
Using Your Lawn Mower
Besurelawnisclearofstones,sticks,wire,orotherobjectswhichcoulddamage
lawnmowerorengine.Suchobjectscouldbeaccidentlythrownbythemowerin
anydirectionandcauseseriouspersonalinjurytotheoperatorandothers.
WARNING
The operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign objects being
thrown into the eyes, which can damage your eyes severely. Always
wear safety glasses while operating the mower, or while performing any
adjustments or repairs on it.
3
1
3
2
Figure 15
Using as Mulcher
Formulchinggrass,removethegrasscatcherandsidedischargechutefromthe
mower.Foreffectivemulching,donotcutwetgrass.Ifthegrasshasbeenallowed
togrowinexcessoffourinches,mulchingisnotrecommended.Usethegrass
catchertobagclippingsinstead.
Using Grass Catcher
Youcanusethegrasscatchertocollectclippingswhileyouareoperatingthemower.
1. Attachgrasscatcherfollowinginstructionsinthe“Assembly”section.Grass
clippingswillautomaticallycollectinbagasyourunmower.Operatemower
untilgrassbagisfull.
2. Stopenginecompletelybyreleasingthebladecontrol.Makesurethatthe
unithascometoacompletestop.
3. Liftdischargedoorandpullgrassbagupandawayfromthemowertoremove
thebag.Disposeofthegrassclippingsandreinstallthebagwhencomplete.
WARNING
If you strike a foreign object, stop the engine. Disconnect the spark plug
wire, thoroughly inspect mower for any damage, and repair damage
before restarting and operating. Extensive vibration of mower during
operation is an indication of damage. The unit should be promptly
inspected and repaired.

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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
WARNING
Before performing any type of maintenance/service, disengage all controls
and stop the engine. Wait until all moving parts have come to a complete
stop. Disconnect spark plug wire and ground it against the engine to
prevent unintended starting.
Followthemaintenanceschedulegivenbelow.Thischartdescribesservice
guidelinesonly.UsetheServiceLogcolumntokeeptrackofcompleted
maintenancetasks.TolocatethenearestSearsServiceCenterortoscheduleservice,
simplycontactSearsat1-800-4-MY-HOME®.
Maintenance Schedule
First 5 Hours Each Use or
Every 5 Hrs.
Every Season
or 25 Hours
Every Season
or 50 Hours
Every Season
or 100 Hours
Service
Dates
Check Engine Oil Level P
Change Engine Oil †† P P
Check Air Cleaner P
Service Air Cleaner † P
Check Spark Plug P
Replace Spark Plug P
Clean Engine Shroud P
Clean around muer P
Replace Fuel Filter P

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WARNING
Always stop engine, disconnect spark plug wire, and ground against engine
before performing any type of maintenance on your machine.
Oil Service
• Checkoillevelregularly.
• Besurecorrectoillevelismaintained.Checkeveryfivehoursordailybefore
startingengine.SeeoilcheckingprocedureintheOperationsection.
Oil Change
IMPORTANT: Besuretocheckengineonalevelsurfacewiththeenginestopped.
Draintheoilwhiletheengineisstillwarmtoassurerapidandcompletedraining.
1. Removeallfuelfromtankbyrunningengineuntilitstopsfromlackoffuel.
2. Removedrainplugandallowoiltodrainintoasuitablecontainer.SeeFigure
16.
Oil Fill Cap
Drain
Plug
* Short Dipstick
Shown
Figure 16
WARNING
Before tipping engine or equipment to drain oil, drain fuel from tank by
running engine until fuel tank is empty.
3. Reinstallthedrainplugandtightenitsecurely.
4. Refillwiththerecommendedoilandchecktheoillevel.Refertothe
Operationsection.
5. Reinstalltheoilfillcapsecurely.
IMPORTANT: Usedmotoroilmaycauseskincancerifrepeatedlyleftincontactwith
theskinforprolongedperiods.Althoughthisisunlikelyunlessyouhandleusedoil
onadailybasis,itisstilladvisabletothoroughlywashyourhandswithsoapand
waterassoonaspossibleafterhandlingusedoil.
NOTE: Pleasedisposeofusedmotoroilinamannerthatiscompatiblewiththe
environment.Wesuggestyoutakeitinasealedcontainertoyourlocalservice
stationforreclamation.Donotthrowitinthetrashorpouritontheground.
Air Filter Service
WARNING
Never use gasoline or low flash point solvents for cleaning the air filter
element. A fire or explosion could result.
IMPORTANT: Neverruntheenginewithouttheairfilter.Rapidenginewearwill
result.
Foam Filter
1. Removetheairfiltercoverbyturningcounter-clockwisethenpullingit
towardsyou.SeeFigure17.Cleanfoamelementorreplacewhendamaged.
Figure 17
2. Tocleanfoamelement,removeitfromtheairfilterbaseandwashinmild
liquiddetergentandwater.Squeezeorpressthefoamelementtorinseout
dirtandwater.Donottwist,thiscoulddamageortearthefoamelement.
Allowtodrythoroughlybeforeusing.OILthefoamelementwithalight
engineoil.
Spark Plug Service
WARNING
DO NOT check for spark with spark plug removed. DO NOT crank engine
with spark plug removed.
Toensureproperengineoperation,thesparkplugmustbeproperlygappedand
freeofdeposits.
1. Removethesparkplugbootanduseasparkplugwrenchtoremovethe
plug.SeeFigure18.
WARNING
If the engine has been running, the muffler will be very hot. Be careful not
to touch the muffler.
2. Visuallyinspectthesparkplug.Discardthesparkplugifthereisapparent
wear,oriftheinsulatoriscrackedorchipped.Cleanthesparkplugwitha
wirebrushifitistobereused.

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Spark Plug
Spark Plug Boot
Figure 18
3. Measurethepluggapwithafeelergauge.Correctasnecessarybybending
sideelectrode.SeeFigure19.Thegapshouldbesetto0.030in.
Electrode
0.030 in.
Figure 19
4. Checkthatthesparkplugwasherisingoodconditionandthreadthespark
pluginbyhandtopreventcross-threading.
5. Afterthesparkplugisseated,tightenwithasparkplugwrenchtocompress
thewasher.
NOTE: Wheninstallinganewsparkplug,tighten1/2turnafterthespark
plugseatstocompressthewasher.Whenreinstallingausedsparkplug,
tighten1/8-1/4turnafterthesparkplugseatstocompressthewasher.
IMPORTANT: Thesparkplugmustbesecurelytightened.Animproperly
tightenedsparkplugcanbecomeveryhotandmaydamagetheengine.
Fuel Filter Service
Thefuelfiltercannotbecleanedandmustbereplacedonceayearorevery100
operatinghours;moreoftenifrunwitholdgasoline.
1. Removeallfuelfromtankbyrunningengineuntilitstopsfromlackoffuel.
2. Removehoseclampfromfuellineandremovefuellinefromtankoutlet.See
Figure20.
3. Pulloutoldfuelfilterfromtankoutlet.Replacewhendirtyordamaged.
Fuel Filter
Figure 20
4. Graspnewfuelfilterfromshoulderedendandinsertitcompletelytothe
shoulderintothetankoutlet.SeeFigure21inset.
5. Replacefuellineandhoseclamp.
Fuel Filter
Figure 21
Clean Engine
Iftheenginehasbeenrunning,allowittocoolforatleasthalfanhourbefore
cleaning.Periodicallyremovedirtbuild-upfromengine.Cleanfingerguardand
aroundmuffler.Cleanwithabrushorcompressedair.
IMPORTANT: Donotsprayenginewithwatertocleanbecausewatercould
contaminatefuel.Usingagardenhoseorpressurewashingequipmentcanalso
forcewaterintotheaircleanerormuffleropening.Waterintheaircleanerwillsoak
thepaperelement,andwaterthatpassesthroughtheelementormufflercanenter
thecylinder,causingdamage.
WARNING
Accumulation of debris around muffler could cause a fire. Inspect and clean
before every use.

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LUBRICATION
Blade Control
Lubricatepivotpointsonthebladecontrolatleastonceaseasonwithlightoil.This
controlmustoperatefreelyinbothdirections.SeeFigure12.
Blade Care
WARNING
When removing the cutting blade for sharpening or replacement, protect
your hands with a pair of heavy gloves or use a heavy rag to hold the blade.
Periodicallyinspectthebladeadapterforcracks,especiallyifyoustrikeaforeign
object.Replacewhennecessary.Followthestepsbelowforbladeservice.
1. Disconnectsparkplugbootfromsparkplug.Turnmoweronitssidemaking
surethattheairfilterandthecarburetorarefacingup.
2. Removetheboltandthebladebellsupportwhichholdthebladeandthe
bladeadaptertotheenginecrankshaft.SeeFigure22.
Blade
Blade
Adapter
Bolt
Blade Bell Support
Figure 22
3. Removebladeandadapterfromthecrankshaft.
4. Removebladefromtheadapterfortestingbalance.Balancethebladeona
roundshaftscrewdrivertocheck.Removemetalfromtheheavysideuntil
itbalancesevenly.Whensharpeningtheblade,followtheoriginalangleof
grind.Grindeachcuttingedgeequallytokeepthebladebalanced.
WARNING
An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration when rotating at high
speeds. It may cause damage to mower and could break causing personal
injury.
5. Lubricatetheenginecrankshaftandtheinnersurfaceofthebladeadapter
withlightoil.Slidethebladeadapterontotheenginecrankshaft.Placethe
bladeontheadaptersuchthatthesideoftheblademarked“Bottom”(or
withpartnumber)facesthegroundwhenthemowerisintheoperating
position.Makesurethatthebladeisalignedandseatedonthebladeadapter
flanges.SeeFigure22inset.
6. Placebladebellsupportontheblade.Alignnotchesonthebladebell
supportwithsmallholesinblade.
7. Replacehexboltandtightenhexbolttotorque:450in.lbs.min.,600in.lbs.
max.
Toensuresafeoperationofyourmower,periodicallycheckthebladeboltforcorrect
torque.
Storage
CAUTION
Failure to use a fuel stabilizing additive such as STA-BIL® or completely
run the engine until it’s out of fuel before off-season storage may result
in damage to your engine’s carburetor. Subsequent damage would not be
covered under the manufacturer’s warranty.
Gasolinethatwillbestoredlongerthan30daysneedstobepre-treatedupon
purchasewithfuelstabilizersuchasSTA- BIL®topreventgumandvarnishfrom
formingintheenginesfuelandintakesystem.Improperfuelstoragecanresultin
hardstarting,nostarting,stallingandpoorperformance.Ifthegasolineinyour
enginedeterioratesduringstorage,youmayneedtohavethecarburetor,andother
fuelsystemcomponents,servicedorreplaced.
1. Removeallfuelfromtankbyrunningengineuntilitstopsfromlackoffuel.
WARNING
Never leave engine unattended while running.
2. Changeoil.SeeOilChangesection.
3. Removesparkplugandpourabout1/2anounceofengineoilintocylinder.
Replacesparkplugandcrankslowlytodistributeoil.
4. Cleandebrisfromaroundengine,underfingerguard,andunder,aroundand
behindmuffler.Touchupanydamagedpaint,andcoatotherareasthatmay
rustwithalightfilmofoil.
5. Donotuseapressurewasherorgardenhosetocleanyourunit.
6. Coatmower’scuttingbladewithchassisgreasetopreventrusting.
7. Storeinaclean,dryandwellventilatedareaawayfromanyappliancethat
operateswithaflameorpilotlight,suchasafurnace,waterheater,or
clothesdryer.Alsoavoidanyareawithasparkproducingelectricmotor,or
wherepowertoolsareoperated.
8. Ifpossible,alsoavoidstorageareaswithhighhumidity,becausethat
promotesrustandcorrosion.
9. Keeptheenginelevelinstorage.Tiltingcancausefueloroilleakage.
Removing From Storage
1. Ifthefuelwasdrainedduringstoragepreparation,fillthetankwithfresh
gasoline.Ifyoukeepacontainerofgasolineforrefueling,makecertain
itcontainsonlyfreshfuel.Gasolineoxidizesanddeterioratesovertime,
causinghardstarting.
2. Ifthecylinderwascoatedwithoilduringstoragepreparation,theengine
willsmokebrieflyatstartup.Thisisnormal.

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TROUBLESHOOTING
WARNING
Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it against the engine to prevent
unintended starting. Before performing any type of maintenance/service,
disengage all controls and stop the engine. Wait until all moving parts
have come to a complete stop. Always wear safety glasses during operation
or while performing any adjustments or repairs.
For repairs beyond the minor adjustments listed here, contact Sears at 1-800-4-MY-HOME.
Problem Cause Remedy
EngineFailstostart 1. Bladecontroldisengaged.
2. Sparkplugbootdisconnected.
3. Fueltankemptyorstalefuel.
4. Enginenotprimed(Ifequippedwithprimer).
5. Faultysparkplug.
6. Engineflooded.
7. Blockedfuelline.
1. Engagebladecontrol.
2. Connectwiretosparkboot.
3. Filltankwithclean,freshgasoline.
4. PrimeengineasinstructedintheEngineOperationsection.
5. Clean,adjustgap,orreplace.
6. Waitafewminutestorestart.
7. ContactyourSearsParts&RepairCentertohavefuelline
cleaned.
Enginerunserratic 1. Sparkplugbootloose.
2. Stalefuel.
3. Ventingascapplugged.
4. Waterordirtinfuelsystem.
5. Dirtyaircleaner.
6. Blockedfuelline.
1. Connectandtightensparkplugboot.
2. Filltankwithclean,freshgasoline.
3. Clearvent.
4. Runengineuntilitstopsfromlackoffuel.Refillwithfreshfuel.
5. RefertoAirCleanerinEngineMaintenancesection.
6. ContactyourSearsParts&RepairCentertohavefuelline
cleaned.
Engineoverheats 1. Engineoillevellow.
2. Airflowrestricted.
1. Fillcrankcasewithproperoil.
2. Cleanareaaroundandontopofengine.
Occasionalskips(hesitates) 1. Sparkpluggaptooclose. 1. Adjustgap.RefertoSparkPluginEngineMaintenancesection.
Idlespoorly 1. Sparkplugfouled,faulty,orgaptoowide.
2. Dirtyaircleaner.
1. Resetgaporreplacesparkplug.
2. RefertoAirCleanerinEngineMaintenancesection.
Excessivevibration 1. Cuttingbladelooseorunbalanced.
2. Bentcuttingblade.
1. Tightenbladeandadapter.Balanceblade.
2. Replaceblade.
Mowerwillnotmulchgrass 1. Wetgrass.
2. Excessivelyhighgrass.
3. Dullblade.
1. Donotmowwhengrassiswet;waituntil
latertocut.
2. Mowonceatahighcuttingheight,thenmowagainatdesired
heightormakeanarrowercuttingpath.
3. Sharpenorreplaceblade.
Unevencut 1. Wheelsnotpositionedcorrectly.
2. Dullblade.
1. Adjustcuttingheightleveronrightfrontandrightrearwheelto
sameposition.
2. Sharpenorreplaceblade.

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WARRANTY
General:Craftsmanproductsarewarrantedtobefreefromdefectsinmaterialsorworkmanshipforaspecifictimeperiodasset-outbelow(the“WarrantyPeriod”).
WarrantiesextendtotheoriginalpurchaserofaCraftsmanproductonly.Purchasesmadethroughanonlineauctionorthroughanywebsiteotherthanwww.sears.caare
excluded.TherelevantWarrantyPeriodcommencesontheoriginaldateofpurchase.Withinthisperiod,SearsCanada,Inc.will,atitssoleoption,repairorreplaceany
productsorcomponentswhichfailinnormaluse.Suchrepairsorreplacementwillbemadeatnochargetothecustomerforpartsorlabor,providedthatthecustomershall
beresponsibleforanytransportationcost.
Exclusions:Thiswarrantydoesnotcoverfailuresduetonormalwear,abuse,misuse,neglect(includingbutnotlimitedtotheuseofstalefuel,dirt,abrasives,moisture,
rust,corrosion,oranyadversereactionduetoimproperstorageorusehabits),impropermaintenanceorfailuretofollowmaintenanceguidelinesand/orinstructions,
failuretooperatetheproductinaccordancewiththeowner’smanualoranyadditionalinstructionsorinformationprovidedatthetimeofpurchaseorinsubsequent
communicationswiththeoriginalpurchaser,accidentorunauthorizedalterationsorrepairsmadeorattemptedbyothers.Alsoexcludedfromwarrantycoverage–except
asprovidedbelow-arethefollowing:pre-deliveryset-uporinhomeservice,maintenance,adjustments,componentssubjecttowearincludingbutnotlimitedto:
cosmeticcomponents,belts,blades,bladeadapters,bulbs,tires,filters,guidebars,lubricants,seats,grips,shearpins,recoilassy’s,sawchainsandbars,trimmerlinesand
spools,sparkplugs,starterropersandtines,anddiscolorationresultingfromultravioletlight.Anyproductmissingthemodeland/orserialnumberidentificationlabelwill
bedisqualifiedfromcoverageunderthiswarranty.
Repairs:RepairsconductedwithintheWarrantyPeriodwillbewarranteduntiltheendoftheoriginalWarrantyPeriod.
Disclaimers:THEWARRANTIESANDREMEDIESCONTAINEDHEREINAREEXCLUSIVEANDINLIEUOFALLOTHERWARRANTIES,WHETHERORALORWRITTEN(OTHERTHANAS
STATEDHEREIN),ANDWHETHEREXPRESS,IMPLIEDORSTATUTORY,INCLUDINGBUTNOTLIMITEDTOANY.THISWARRANTYGIVESYOUSPECIFICLEGALRIGHTS,WHICHMAY
VARYFROMPROVINCETOPROVINCE.
INNOEVENTSHALLSEARSBELIABLEFORANYINCIDENTAL,SPECIAL,INDIRECTORCONSEQUENTIALDAMAGES,WHETHERRESULTINGFROMTHEUSE,MISUSEORINABILITY
TOUSETHEPRODUCTORFROMDEFECTSINTHEPRODUCT.THEEXCLUSIONSINTHISPARAGRAPHSHALLNOTAPPLYINJURISDICATIONSWHEREAPPLICABLELAWDOESNOT
ALLOWFORTHEEXCLUSIONOFINCIDENTALORCONSEQUENTIALDAMAGES.INSUCHJURISDICTIONS,THISPARAGRAPHSHALLNOTAPPLY,BUTTHEREMAININGPROVISIONSOF
THISDOCUMENTSHALLREMAINVALID.
Searsretainstheexclusiverighttorepairorreplacetheproductorofferafullrefundofthepurchasepriceatitssolediscretion.SUCHREMEDYSHALLBEYOURSOLEAND
EXCLUSIVEREMEDYFORANYBREACHOFWARRANTY.
CustomerResponsibilities:Inadditionaltocomplyingwithallsuggestedmaintenanceguidelinesandinstructions,customers’obligationsshallincludebutshallnotbe
limitedto:operatingtheproductinaccordancewiththeowner’smanualoranyadditionalinstructionsorinformationprovidedatthetimeofpurchaseorinsubsequent
communicationstothepurchaserfromtimetotime,exhibitreasonablecareintheuse,operation,maintenance,generalupkeepandstorageoftheproduct.Failureto
complywiththeserequirementswillvoidanyapplicablewarranty.
ListofApplicableWarrantyPeriods:ThefollowinglistcontainstheapplicableWarrantyPeriodforyourCraftsmanproductandisbasedonacombinationofthetypeof
productorcomponentandtheintendedandactualuseoftheproductorcomponent:
1. 90days:Craftsmanproductsintendedforuseoractuallyusedforcommercial,institutional,professionalorincome-producingpurposes.
2. 2years:Craftsmanridinglawnmowers,yardandgardentractors,walkbehindmowers,tillers,brushcutters,snowblowers,handheldblowers,backpackblowers,
hedgetrimmersandelectricalproductsfornoncommercial,nonprofessional,non-institutional,ornon-income-producinguse,exceptforthosecomponentswhich
arepartofenginesystemsmanufacturedbythirdpartyenginemanufacturersforwhichthepurchasehasreceivedanseparatewarrantywithproductinformation
suppliedatthetimeofpurchase.
3. 1year:Craftsmanpowercutters,stumpgrinders,polepruners,gaschainsaws,electricchainsaws,trimmerattachments,lawn&gardentractorattachments,
baggersandpolesawsfornoncommercial,nonprofessional,non-institutional,ornon-income-producinguse.
4. 90days:Alldefectivebatteries,whichwillbereplacedduringthis90-dayWarrantyPeriod.
5. 60days:AdditionalWarrantyPeriodof60dayswillapplytoadjustmentsandwornproductsorcomponentsBUTDOESNOTINCLUDEWEARORADJUSTMENTSfor
productsusedforcommercial,institutional,professionalorincome-producingpurposes.Wearitemsincludebutarenotlimitedto:belts,blades,tires,sparkplugs,
airfilters,chains,shearbolts,skidplates,scraperbars,driftcutters,ropes,tines,collectionbagsandpulleys.
AstheWarrantyPeriodrunsfromthedateofpurchaseandNOTfromthedatethataproductisdelivered,opened,assembledorfirstused,pleaseensureduringthistime
periodthatyourproductorcomponenthasbeenassembledandtestedforcorrectionoperationregardlessofwhenyouintendtoactuallyuseit.Claimsmadeafterthe
WarrantyPeriodhasexpiredwillnotbehonored.
ProofofPurchase/Documentation:WarrantycoverageisconditionedupontheoriginalpurchaserfurnishingSearsCanadaoritsauthorizedthirdpartyserviceproviderif
applicable,withtheoriginalsalesreceiptorotheradequatewrittenproofoftheoriginalpurchasedateandidentificationoftheproduct.Intheeventthattheoriginal
purchaserisunabletoprovideacompanyoftheoriginalsalesreceipt,SearsCanadaInc.reservestherighttodetermineinitssolediscretionwhatotherwrittenproofofthe
originalpurchasedateandidentificationoftheproductisacceptable.

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FEDERAL and/or CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT
YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS
MTD Consumer Group Inc, the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and for those products certified for sale in the state
of California, the California Air Resources Board (CARB) are pleased to explain the emission control system (ECS) warranty on your 2013-
2014 small off-road spark-ignited engine and equipment (outdoor equipment). In California, new outdoor equipment must be designed,
built and equipped to meet the State’s stringent anti-smog standards (in other states, outdoor equipment must be designed, built, and
equipped to meet the U.S. EPA small off-road spark ignition engine regulations). MTD Consumer Group Inc must warrant the ECS on your
outdoor equipment for the period of time listed below, provided there has been no abuse, neglect, or improper maintenance of the outdoor
equipment.
Your ECS may include parts such as the carburetor, fuel-injection system, ignition system, catalytic converter, fuel tanks, fuel lines, fuel caps,
valves, canisters, filters, vapor hoses, clamps, connectors, and other associated emission-related components.
Where a warrantable condition exists, MTD Consumer Group Inc will repair your outdoor equipment at no cost to you including diagnosis,
parts, and labor.
MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY COVERAGE:
This emission control system is warranted for two years. If any emission-related part on your outdoor equipment is defective, the part will be
repaired or replaced by MTD Consumer Group Inc.
OWNER’S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES:
As the outdoor equipment owner, you are responsible for performance of the required maintenance listed in your owner’s manual. MTD
Consumer Group Inc recommends that you retain all receipts covering maintenance on your outdoor equipment, but MTD Consumer Group
Inc cannot deny warranty solely for the lack of receipts.
As the outdoor equipment owner, you should however be aware that MTD Consumer Group Inc may deny you warranty coverage if your
outdoor equipment or a part has failed due to abuse, neglect, improper maintenance, or unapproved modifications.
You are responsible for presenting your outdoor equipment engine to MTD Consumer Group Inc’s distribution center or service center as
soon as the problem exists. The warranty repairs should be completed in a reasonable amount of time, not to exceed 30 days. If you have a
question regarding your warranty coverage, you should contact the MTD Consumer Group Inc Service Department.
In the U.S.A.: at 1-800-800-7310 or at http://support.mtdproducts.com.
In Canada: at 1-800-668-1238 or at http://www.mtdcanada.com
GENERAL EMISSIONS WARRANTY COVERAGE:
MTD Consumer Group Inc warrants to the ultimate purchaser and each subsequent purchaser that the outdoor equipment is: (1) designed,
built, and equipped so as to conform with all applicable regulations; and (2) free from defects in materials and workmanship that cause the
failure of a warranted part for a period of two years.
The warranty period begins on the date the outdoor equipment is delivered to an ultimate purchaser or first placed into service.
Subject to certain conditions and exclusions as stated below, the warranty on emission-related parts is as follows:
1. Any warranted part that is not scheduled for replacement as required maintenance in the written instructions supplied is warranted for
the warranty period stated above. If the part fails during the period of warranty coverage, the part will be repaired or replaced by MTD
Consumer Group Inc according to subsection (4) below. Any such part repaired or replaced under warranty will be warranted for the
remainder of the period.
2. Any warranted part that is scheduled only for regular inspection in the written instructions supplied is warranted for the warranty
period stated above. Any such part repaired or replaced under warranty will be warranted for the remaining warranty period.
3. Any warranted part that is scheduled for replacement as required maintenance in the written instructions supplied is warranted for
the period of time before the first scheduled replacement date for that part. If the part fails before the first scheduled replacement, the
part will be repaired or replaced by MTD Consumer Group Inc according to subsection (4) below. Any such part repaired or replaced
under warranty will be warranted for the remainder of the period prior to the first scheduled replacement point for the part.
4. Repair or replacement of any warranted part under the warranty provisions herein must be performed at a warranty station at no
charge to the owner.
5. Notwithstanding the provisions herein, warranty services or repairs will be provided at all of our distribution centers that are franchised
to service the subject engines or equipment.
6. The outdoor equipment owner will not be charged for diagnostic labor that is directly associated with diagnosis of a defective,
emission-related warranted part, provided that such diagnostic work is performed at a warranty station.
7. MTD Consumer Group Inc is liable for damages to other engine or equipment components proximately caused by a failure under
warranty of any warranted part.
8. Throughout the off-road engine and equipment warranty period stated above, MTD Consumer Group Inc will maintain a supply of
warranted parts sufficient to meet the expected demand for such parts.
9. Any replacement part may be used in the performance of any warranty maintenance or repairs and must be provided without charge
to the owner. Such use will not reduce the warranty obligations of MTD Consumer Group Inc.