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DO NOT RETURN TO STORE
For Missing Parts or Assembly
Questions Call 1-866-576-8388
• Safety
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.
www.craftsman.com
PRINTED IN U.S.A. FORM NO. 42867 (12/20/13)
• Assembly
• Operation
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WARRANTY
CRAFTSMAN ONE YEAR FULL WARRANTY
FOR ONE YEAR from the date of purchase, this product is warranted against any defects in material or workmanship. A defective
product will be replaced free of charge.
For warranty coverage details to obtain free replacement, visit the web site: www.craftsman.com
This warranty is void if this product is ever used while providing commercial services or if rented to another person.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
DO NOT RETURN TO STORE for Missing Parts or Assembly Questions
Call 1-866-576-8388 Attachment Hotline
SAFETY
Any power equipment can cause injury if operated improperly
or if the user does not understand how to operate the
equipment. Exercise caution at all times when using power
equipment.
• Refer to your tractor owners manual for "Rules For
Safe Operation".
Look forthis symbol to point out important safety
precautions. It means -- Attention!! Become
alert!! Your safety is involved.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Find your tractor's model number under the seat of the tractor.
CRRFT MR#
CONFORMS TO ANSi B71.1=2003 SAFETY STANDARDS
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SERIAL 000000A000000
FOR PARTS AND SERVICE CALL 1-800-4MY-HOME
SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
193653
CONFORMS TO ANSi B71.1=2003 SAFETY STANDARDS
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SERIAL 000000A000000
FOR PARTS AND SERVICE CALL 1-80O-4MY-HOME
SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
193653
917 MODEL TRACTORS
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TOOLS REQUIRED (917 MODEL)
(1) 9/16" Wrench
247 MODEL TRACTORS
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TOOLS REQUIRED (247 MODEL =TYPE 1)
(1) 3/4" Wrench
(1) 9/16" Wrench
TOOLS REQUIRED (247 MODEL =TYPE 2)
(2) 9/16" Wrenches
(2) 1/2" Wrenches
iNSTRUCTiONS FOR 917 MODEL TRACTORS
STEP 1: (SEE FIGURE 1)
• Open parts bags (A) and (B) to verify that all parts
are present.
Ref. Part Qty. Description
A 43350 4 Carriage Bolt, 3/8-16 x 1"
B R19171616 4 Washer, 1/2"x 1"
C 44072 4 Whizlock Nut, 3/8"
47674 2 Plug (71-246112)
D 4 Plug (71-246121)
STEP 2: (SEE FIGURE 2)
Remove tractor hood. (Refer to tractor manual.)
If your tractor has a browning shield like the one
shown, remove it for easier assembly.
PARTS BAG (8)
PARTS BAG (A)
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B
/D
FIGURE 1
CAUTION! Muffler is hot! Allow engine to cool
down before removing browning shield.
STEP 3: (SEE FIGURE 3)
Place plug on a work bench or solid table and push
end of bumper down onto plug. Repeat for all plugs.
REMOVE
FRONT SCREWS
REMOVE
BROWNING SHIELD
FIGURE 2
BUMPER
PUSH DOWN
WiTH EVEN
PRESSURE
WORK BENCH
OR SOLIDTABLE
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