Insert the two rear ends into the special slots in the casing and fix the guard by inserting the washers and M5 nuts on M5 x 20 screws and fix to the casing. (),. 1. Fasten the seat (1) to the support plate (22) through the 4 M8 x 18 screws. Assemble with 4 washers O 9 x 24 and 4 grower. 2. Before tightening the screws, adjust the position of the seat on the holes of the plate to suit the user's needs. ((),. Fasten the bin to the rear part of the ride-on-mower with the 2 H.H. 6x16, 2 screws, the

19 CAUTION'. Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. Visit our Craftsman website: Warranty ................................................... 2 Safety Rules .......................................... 2-4 Product Specifications .............................. 4 Assembly / Pre-Operation ........................ 6 Operation ............................................. 7-10 Maintenance Schedule ......

6. Reassemble upper handle and all parts removed from lower handle. SQUEEZE TO ADJUST Lower Mounting pin Handle Hairpin cotter Mowing r-'q Mowing position iI iI iI j'l Hairpin Handle Mounting bracket pin LOW POSITION HIGH POSITION \ Lower % handle.___ ROTATE __ ENGINE ENGINE SPEED Your engine speed has been factory set. Do not attempt to increase engine speed or it may result in personal injury. If you believe that engine is running too fast or too slow, take your mower to a Sears or other quali

• Recheck side-to-side ad just ment. link ad just ment nut on that side. NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut will change mower height about 1/8". • Recheck measurements after ad just ing. Bottom edge of Bottom edge of mower to ground mower to ground Ground Line Suspension Arm Lift Link Adjustment Nut AA FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to side. If the following front-to-back adjustment is necessary, be sure to adjust both front links equally so mower will stay level

2 I. GENERAL OPERATION . Always wear safety goggles or safety • Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual(s) before starting. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the machine before starting. • Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times. • Only allow responsible individuals, who are familiar with the instructions, to operate the machine. • Clear the area of objects such as

If your engine does not operate properly due to suspected carburetor problems, take your lawn mower to a Sears or other qualified service center for repair and/or adjustment. IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the engine governor, which is factory set for proper engine speed. Overspeeding the engine above the factory high speed setting can be dangerous. If you think the engine-governed high speed needs adjusting, contact a Sears or other qualified service center, which has proper equipment and experie

1 7.28.04 TR/MH PRINTED IN U.S.A. TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS Warranty ................................................ 2 Safety Rules .......................................... 3 Product Specifications...........................6 Assembly/Pre-Operation ....................... 8 Operation............................................. 11 Maintenance ....................................... 18 Maintenance Schedule........................18 Service and Adjustments..................... 22 Stor

Insert the nuts into the lower handle wing knobs. (A1) 2. Place the hole in the lower handle over the end of the tie rod (A) 3. Place the washer and wing knob onto the end of the tie rod and firmly tighten. (A) 4. Repeat on the other side. Assembly of Upper Handles to Lower Handles. 1. Insert the nuts into the upper handle wing knobs. (B1) 2. Ensure the upper handle and the lower handle are aligned correctly. (B) 3. Fit the bolts, washers and wing knobs..(B) 4. Fit the cable to the handles with

Empty the gas tank, start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See Storage Instructions for additional information. Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur. BEFORE STARTING ENGINE ADD OIL Your lawnmower is shipped without oil in the engine. For type and grade of oil to use, see "ENGINE" in the Maintenance section of this manual. • i, CAUTION: DO NOT overfill engine with oil, or