Cleaning Battery Cleanthe batteryby removingit fromthe tractorandwashingwith a bakingsodaandwatersolution.Ifnecessary,scrapethe battery terminalswitha wirebrushto removedeposits.Coatterminalsand exposedwiringwithgreaseor petroleumjellyto preventcorrosion. Battery Failures Somecommoncausesfor batteryfailureare: incorrectinitialactivation Overcharging Freezing Undercharging Corrodedconnections Thesefailuresare NOTcoveredbyyourtractor'swarranty. 21 CLEANING THE ENGINE AND DECK Anyfueloroil spilledo

See Figure 14. Spark plug replacement is recommended at the start of each season. Refer to engine parts list for correct spark plug type. NOTE: Do not sandblast spark plug. Spark plug should be cleaned by scraping or wire brushing and washing with a commercial solvent. Figure 14 Muffler WARNING: Do not operate the lawn mower without a muffler, or tamper with the exhaust system. Damaged mufflers or spark arresters could create a fire hazard. Temperature of muffler and nearby areas may exceed 150o

43 CAUTION: Before using this product, read this manual and follow all safety rules and operating instructions. Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179, U.S.A. Visit our website: FORMNO.769-04706B WarrantyStatement Page2 .................................. SafeOperationPracticesPages3-6 .......................... SlopeGuide.............................................. Page7 SafetyLabels............................................ Page9 Assembly.............................

247.28672 16 3 17 42 Engine Accessories B IViodel No. 247.28672 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 683-04549-0637 710-0227 710-04683 710-0599 710-1314A 712-0271 783-06378A 721-0460 725-0157 726-0205 728-04000 751-3141-14 751-0564B 751-10349 751-10353 951-10517A 751-10542A MulfflerShieldAssembly Screw,IndentedWasher,#8-18:0.500 TaptiteScrew,IndentedWasher,3/8-16:1.000 TaptiteScrew,IndentedWasher,1/4-20:0.500 SocketHeadScrew,5/16-18:.750 SeresNut, 1/4-20 HeatShield ExhaustGasket CableTie,3/16

ASSEMBLY _WARNING: If received as sembled, repeat all steps to ensure _/aOUrunit is properly assembled and all steners are secure. • A hex wrench (provided) is required for assembly, HANDLEBAR ASSEMBLY DANGER: RISK OF CUT, To avoid serious injury, the barrier portion of the handlebar must be installed as shown on the upper shaft of the pew erheed to provide a barrier between operator and the spinning blade. Attach handlebar mounting bracket above arrow on safety warning decal on the upper shaft

917,385141 ®® ,, Espar_ol, p. 18 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: 385141-es-412842_r0indd 1 4_ 2/23/2007 10:58:12AM ® . Warranty ................................................... 2 Maintenance ...................................... 11-13 Safety Rules .......................................... 2-4 Service and Adjustments ........................ 14 Prod

2-4 Assembly ................................................ 5 Operation ............................................. 6-9 Maintenance Schedule ........................ t O Maintenance .................................... 10-13 Product Specifications.......................... 11 Service and Adjustments................. 13-14 Storage ............................................ 14-15 Troubleshooting .............................. 15-16 Repair Parts .......................................... 32 P

TOWING • Tow only with a machine that has a hitch designed for towing. Do not attach towed equipment except at the hitch point. • Follow the manufacturer's recommendation for weight limits for towed equipment and towing on slopes. • Never allow children or others in or on towed equipment. • On slopes, the weight of the towed equipment may cause loss of traction and loss of control. • Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop. V. SERVICE SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE To avoid personal injury or

13 TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACHMENTS Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your tractor. Use common sense when towing. Too heavy of a load, while on a slope, is dangerous. Tires can lose traction with the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor. SERVICE REMINDER/HOUR METER Service reminder shows the total number of hours the engine has run and flashes to indicate that the engine or mower needs servicing. When service

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: The Battery and Engine Exhaust contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. The battery and posts contain lead; wash hands after handling. _lb WARNING: This machine was built to be operated according to the rules for