Operating instructions
Safety Rules ............................................................ 2
Warranty .................................................................. 2
Full Size Hardware Chart ........................................ 3
Assembly ................................................................. 4
Operation ................................................................ 5
Maintenance ............................................................ 6
Storage .................................................................... 6
Service and Adjustments ........................................ 7
Troubleshooting ...................................................... 8
Repair Parts Illustration ......................................... 16
Repair Parts List ................................................... 11
Parts Ordering/Service ........................... Back Cover
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.
• Read the reel mower owner's manual and know
how to operate the reel mower before using it.
• Never allow children to operate the reel mower.
Only persons well acquainted with these rules of
safe operation should be allowed to use the
mower.
• Keep the area of operation clear of all persons,
particularly small children and pets. Small over-
looked objects could be accidently thrown by the
mower.
• Thoroughly inspec_tthe area where the mower is to
be used and remove all stones, sticks, wire, bones
and other foreign objects which could be picked up
and thrown by the mower.
• Do not operate the mower when barefoot or when
wearing open sandals. Always wear substantial
footwear.
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• Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light.
• Never operate the mower in wet grass. Always be
sure of your footing. Keep a firm hold on the handle
and walk, never run.
• When cleaning, repairing or inspecting the mower,
make sure the blade and all moving parts have
stopped.
• Before attempting to unclog the mower, be surethe
blades have stopped completely.
• Mow across the face of slopes, never up and down.
Exercise extreme caution when changing direction
on slopes. Do not mow excessively steep slopes.
• Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the
equipment is in safe working condition.
• Follow all maintenance and lubrication instructions
as outlined in the maintenance section of this
manual.
Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means--Attention!!
Become alertll Your safety is involved.
LIMITEDONEYEAR WARRANTYON CRAFTSMAN 18" REEL MOWER
For one year from the date of purchase, when this 18" reel mower is maintained and lubricated according to the
operating and maintenance instructions inthe owner's manual, Sears wilt repair any defect in material or workman-
shipfree of charge. Ifthis 18" reel mower is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty applies for only 90
days from the date of purchase.
This warranty does not cover repairs necessary because of operator negligence or abuse, including the failure to
maintain the equipment according to instructionscontained in the owner's manual.
WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY CONTACTING THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER/DEPART-
MENT IN THE UNITED STATES.
This warranty applies only while this product is in the United States.
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This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co. D/817 WA. Hoffman Estates, Chicago, IL 60179
The model and serial numbers will be found on a decal
attached to the
You should record both the serial number and the date of
purchase and keep in a safe place for future reference.
MODELNUMBER:
SERIAL NUMBER:
DATE OF PURCHASE:
486.37613