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FormNo.769-04610A (Decembe1r 6,2009) CAUTION: BEFORE USING THiS PRODUCT, READ THiS MANUAL AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND OPERATING iNSTRUCTiONS. ,, SAFETY ,, ASSEMBLY ,, OPERATION ,, MAINTENANCE ,, PARTS LIST ,, ESPAIf,IOL R 44 Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179, Visit our website: www.sears.com/craftsman U.S.A. perator's Manual £RnFrSMRN° 33-inch Wide Cut Mower Model No. 247.887330 For answers to your questions about this product, call 1-800-659-5917.
FormNo.769-04610A (Decembe1r 6,2009) CAUTION: BEFORE USING THiS PRODUCT, READ THiS MANUAL AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND OPERATING iNSTRUCTiONS. ,, SAFETY ,, ASSEMBLY ,, OPERATION ,, MAINTENANCE ,, PARTS LIST ,, ESPAIf,IOL R 44 Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179, Visit our website: www.sears.com/craftsman U.S.A. perator's Manual £RnFrSMRN° 33-inch Wide Cut Mower Model No. 247.887330 For answers to your questions about this product, call 1-800-659-5917.
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.... ,, Useextremecare when approachingblind corners,doorways,shrubs, trees, or otherobjectsthat may obscureyourvisionof a childwho may run into the mower. ,, ,, Keepchildren awayfrom hot or runningengines.They can causeseriouspersonalinjury.If you feel you are walking.If you must... it for anyother ,, purpose. ,, Neverallow childrenunder 14yearsold to operatethis machine. Your Responsibility: Restrictthe useof this manual.As with anytype of this manualand shouldbe trainedand supervisedbya parent. Children14years old and overshouldread and understandoperation ,, instructionsand...
.... ,, Useextremecare when approachingblind corners,doorways,shrubs, trees, or otherobjectsthat may obscureyourvisionof a childwho may run into the mower. ,, ,, Keepchildren awayfrom hot or runningengines.They can causeseriouspersonalinjury.If you feel you are walking.If you must... it for anyother ,, purpose. ,, Neverallow childrenunder 14yearsold to operatethis machine. Your Responsibility: Restrictthe useof this manual.As with anytype of this manualand shouldbe trainedand supervisedbya parent. Children14years old and overshouldread and understandoperation ,, instructionsand...
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... propertightness.Also, visuallyinspectbladefor damage(e.g.,bent, cracked,worn) Replacebladewith the original equipmentmanufacture's(O.E.M.)bladeonly, listedin this manual.Use of thismanualto measureslopes beforeoperatingthis unit on wetgrass. SERVICE Safe Handling Of Gasoline: • ...,releasethe bladecontrol handle immediately,andthe bladewill stop rotatingwithin3 seconds. Repairthe damagebeforestartingand operatingthe mower. • Neverattemptto makea wheelor cutting heightadjustmentwhilethe engine is shut off the engineand equipment.Moveunit to another area.Wait...
... propertightness.Also, visuallyinspectbladefor damage(e.g.,bent, cracked,worn) Replacebladewith the original equipmentmanufacture's(O.E.M.)bladeonly, listedin this manual.Use of thismanualto measureslopes beforeoperatingthis unit on wetgrass. SERVICE Safe Handling Of Gasoline: • ...,releasethe bladecontrol handle immediately,andthe bladewill stop rotatingwithin3 seconds. Repairthe damagebeforestartingand operatingthe mower. • Neverattemptto makea wheelor cutting heightadjustmentwhilethe engine is shut off the engineand equipment.Moveunit to another area.Wait...
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Your Responsibility Restrict the use of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to persons who read, understand, and follow the warnings and instructions in personal injury. Failureto comply with these instructions may result in this manual and on the machine. 6 When you see this symbol HEED ITS WARNING! WARNING This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of this power machine to operate this machine.
Your Responsibility Restrict the use of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to persons who read, understand, and follow the warnings and instructions in personal injury. Failureto comply with these instructions may result in this manual and on the machine. 6 When you see this symbol HEED ITS WARNING! WARNING This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of this power machine to operate this machine.
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...cartridgemustbe placedsecurelyinto position. 6. Alwaysstopengine,disconnectsparkplug,and groundagainst engine beforeperforminganytype of maintenanceon the mower. Cleanor replacethe air cleanerevery25 hoursof operation. 1. Carefullyremoveair cleanercartridgeand pre-cleaner(if ...this lawnmowerdoesnot coveritemsthat have been subjectedto operatorabuseor negligence.To receivefull valuefromwarranty,operatormustmaintainthe lawnmoweras instructedin this manual. • Changingof engine-governedspeedwill voidenginewarranty. • All adjustmentsshouldbe checkedat least onceeach ...
...cartridgemustbe placedsecurelyinto position. 6. Alwaysstopengine,disconnectsparkplug,and groundagainst engine beforeperforminganytype of maintenanceon the mower. Cleanor replacethe air cleanerevery25 hoursof operation. 1. Carefullyremoveair cleanercartridgeand pre-cleaner(if ...this lawnmowerdoesnot coveritemsthat have been subjectedto operatorabuseor negligence.To receivefull valuefromwarranty,operatormustmaintainthe lawnmoweras instructedin this manual. • Changingof engine-governedspeedwill voidenginewarranty. • All adjustmentsshouldbe checkedat least onceeach ...
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... position.Align the middlehole in the bracetube with the star knoband carriagescrewremovedearlier. Releasethe valveby pressingthe two tabs inwardwhilepulling the valveout. Pushtheoil drain hose(packedwith this manual)ontothe oil 15 After the oil hasfinisheddraining,pressthe two tabs inwardand pushthe oil drainvalve back in the handle.Secure with the hole in to lock...
... position.Align the middlehole in the bracetube with the star knoband carriagescrewremovedearlier. Releasethe valveby pressingthe two tabs inwardwhilepulling the valveout. Pushtheoil drain hose(packedwith this manual)ontothe oil 15 After the oil hasfinisheddraining,pressthe two tabs inwardand pushthe oil drainvalve back in the handle.Secure with the hole in to lock...
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...the Cutting ... wheelso that the grease Figure18. Donot usea pressurewasherto cleanthe mower.It maycause damageto electricalcomponents,spindles,pulleys,bearings,or the engine...tofollowthisinstructicoonuldresuilnt personinajluroyrproperty damage. Lubricatethe axles and the rimswell with the Operator's Manual)onto the end of yourgardenhose, Figure18. GardenHose_ HoseCoupler Grease fittingon wheel... Donot engagethedrive control. Whencomplete,disengagethe bladecontrol(releasethe blade control)and turn the engineoff. LUBRICATION Pivot Points & Linkage Lubricateall the pivotpointson...
...the Cutting ... wheelso that the grease Figure18. Donot usea pressurewasherto cleanthe mower.It maycause damageto electricalcomponents,spindles,pulleys,bearings,or the engine...tofollowthisinstructicoonuldresuilnt personinajluroyrproperty damage. Lubricatethe axles and the rimswell with the Operator's Manual)onto the end of yourgardenhose, Figure18. GardenHose_ HoseCoupler Grease fittingon wheel... Donot engagethedrive control. Whencomplete,disengagethe bladecontrol(releasethe blade control)and turn the engineoff. LUBRICATION Pivot Points & Linkage Lubricateall the pivotpointson...
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... 5. Sparkpluggap settoo close 1. Engineidles poorly 1. Replaceair cleanercartridge. Excessivevibration 1. Cuttingbladeslooseor unbalanced 2. Tightenall nuts and bolts. Drivebelt looseor damaged 1. Replacedrivebelt. o Get a personaUzedmaintenance plan for your other product manuals online. :: o Get answers from our team of balance 1. Unit runningwith choke applied 2. Air flow restricted 1. Fillenginewith properamountand type of choke position. 2. Unitfails to help with...
... 5. Sparkpluggap settoo close 1. Engineidles poorly 1. Replaceair cleanercartridge. Excessivevibration 1. Cuttingbladeslooseor unbalanced 2. Tightenall nuts and bolts. Drivebelt looseor damaged 1. Replacedrivebelt. o Get a personaUzedmaintenance plan for your other product manuals online. :: o Get answers from our team of balance 1. Unit runningwith choke applied 2. Air flow restricted 1. Fillenginewith properamountand type of choke position. 2. Unitfails to help with...
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hinkof usas a "talkingowner's manual." Onceyou purchasethe Agreement,a simplephonecall is all coveredrepairs o Product replacementup to time.That's whenhavinga RepairProtectionAgreementcansave youmoneyand aggravation. The ...*Coverage in the U.S.A.or Canadacall 1-800-4-MY-HOME®. 39 phone support from regularprice of serviceand relatedinstalled parts notcoveredby theagreement;also, 10%off regularpriceof preventivemaintenancecheck • Fast help by phone- But likeall products,it takesfor youto scheduleservice.Youcan call it RapidResolution- we call anytimedayor...
hinkof usas a "talkingowner's manual." Onceyou purchasethe Agreement,a simplephonecall is all coveredrepairs o Product replacementup to time.That's whenhavinga RepairProtectionAgreementcansave youmoneyand aggravation. The ...*Coverage in the U.S.A.or Canadacall 1-800-4-MY-HOME®. 39 phone support from regularprice of serviceand relatedinstalled parts notcoveredby theagreement;also, 10%off regularpriceof preventivemaintenancecheck • Fast help by phone- But likeall products,it takesfor youto scheduleservice.Youcan call it RapidResolution- we call anytimedayor...
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... home solutions advice: ÷anag÷ www.managemyhome.com For repair - For the replacement parts, accessories and owner's manuals that you need to do-it ! and Canada) www.sears.com www.sears.ca Our Home For repair of carry-in items like garage door ... (1-800-533-6937) www.sears.ca ;ii ® Registered Trademark / TMTrademark of home appliances and items like vacuums, lawn equipment, and electronics, call anytime for the location of all major brand appliances, lawn and garden equipment, or heating and cooling systems, no matter who made it, no matter who sold it -yourself...
... home solutions advice: ÷anag÷ www.managemyhome.com For repair - For the replacement parts, accessories and owner's manuals that you need to do-it ! and Canada) www.sears.com www.sears.ca Our Home For repair of carry-in items like garage door ... (1-800-533-6937) www.sears.ca ;ii ® Registered Trademark / TMTrademark of home appliances and items like vacuums, lawn equipment, and electronics, call anytime for the location of all major brand appliances, lawn and garden equipment, or heating and cooling systems, no matter who made it, no matter who sold it -yourself...