Craftsman 917.388380 Owner`s manual
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1. 6 Replace spark plug Tighten blade bolt or replace blade adapter 8 Depress control bar to handle Replace control bar TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Loss of power 1 Rear of lawn mower housing 1 Set to Higher Cut or cutting blade dragging position in heavy grass Cutting too much grass Set to Higher Cut position 3 Dirty air filter 3 Clean replace air filter 4 Buildup of grass leaves 4 Clean underside of mower and trash under mower housing 5 Too much oil in engine 5 Check oil level Walking speed too fast 6 Cut at slower walking speed Replace blade Tighten blade bot 2 Setall wheels at same height l 3 Clean underside of mower housing Poor cut uneven 1 Worn bent or loose blade Excessive vibration Starter rope hard to pull Wheel heights uneven 3 Buildup of grass leaves and trash under mower Worn bent or loose blade Replace blade Tighten blade bolt 2 Contact an authorized service center 2 Bent engine crankshaft Engine flywheel brake is on 1 Depress control bar to when control bar is released upper handle before pulling starter rope Bent engine crankshaft Contact an authorized service center Blade adapter broken Replace blade adapter Blade dragging in grass Move lawn mower to cut2. Water in fuel 5 Spark plug wire is disconnected Bad spark plug adapter position PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION 8 Control bar in released Control bar defective ENGINE OIL Drain oil with engine warm and replace with clean engine oil See ENGINE in the Maintenance section of this manual CYLINDER Remove spark plug Pour one ounce 29 ml of oil through spark plug hole into cylinder e Pull starter handle slowly a few times to distribute oil e Replace with new spark plug OTHER Do not store gasoline from one season to another Replace your gane can if your can starts to rust Rust and or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems If possible store your unit indoors and sve it to give protection from dust and irt Cover your unit with a suitable protec tive cover that does not retain moisture Do not use plastic Plastic cannot breathe which allows condensation to form and will cause your unit to rust IMPORTANT Never cover mower while engine and exhaust areas are still warm CAUTION Never store the lawn mower with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure Clean replace air filter 2 Fill fuel tank 3 Drain tank and refill with fresh clean fuel 4 Drain fuel tank and carburetor and refill tank with fresh gasoline 5 Connect wire to plug
3. 620 499135 Bracket Carburetor 621 396847 Switch Stop 625 497465 Tube Fuel Intake 634 Washer Shaft Sold in Kit Only 41 MODEL NUMBER 12H802 2675 E1 KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 635 66538 Elbow Spark Plug 670 280512 Spacer Fuel Tank 670A 493823 Spacer Bracket 741 262598 Gear Timing 842 280966 Seal O Ring 843 272616 Sleeve Lever 847 495263 Tube Assembly Oil 851 493880 Terminal Ignition Cable 869 213512 Seat intake Valve 870 213513 Seat Exhaust Valve 871 262001 Guide Exhaust Valve 63709 Guide Intake Valve 922 262640 Spring Brake 923 493442 Brake Assembly 930 497233 Guard Finger 957 397974 Cap Fuel Tank 966 496116 Base Air Cleaner 967 491588 Filter Air 968 281340 Cover Air Cleaner 969 94872 Screw Hex Head 971 94873 Screw Hex Head 971494749 Screw Hex Head 972 495224 Tank Fuet 975 493640 Bowl Fioat 977 498261 Gasket Set Carburetor 1036 499341 Label Kit Emission 1095 498258 Gasket Set Valve Overhaul 2500 12J802 2915 Replacement Engine 498826 Replacement Shortblock RPM Settings Low 1900 2100 High 3000 3200 Included in Gasket Set 497316 Included in Carburetor Kit 498260 Included in both Carburetor Kit 498260 and Carburetor Gasket Set 498261 khkk included in both Gasket Set 497316 and Valve overhaul Gasket Set 498528 NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm For in home major brand rep
4. Hex Head Screw Hex Head Link Governor Spring Governor de v Included in Gasket Set 497316 Included in Carburetor Kit 498260 xx Included in both Carburetor Kit 498260 and Carburetor Gasket Set 498261 Included in both Gasket Set 497316 and Valve overhaul Gasket Set 498528 NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm CRAFTSMAN 4 CYCLE ENGINE KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 227 492349 Lever Governor 230 67072 Washer Thrust 258 94512 Screw Hex Head 284 94511 Screw Hex Head 300 497838 Muffler Exhaust 304 493293 Housing Blower 305 94744 Screw Sems 306 224324 Shield Cylinder 307 94515 Screw Hex Head 332 94877 Nut Flywheel 333 802574 Armature Magneto 334 94731 Screw Sems 337 802592 Plug Spark 356 497833 Wire Ground 358 497316 Gasket Set 363 19069 Puller Flywheel 383 89838 Wrench Spark Plug 387 496115 Primer Carburetor 455 225121 Cup Starter 456 281503 Retainer Starter 459 281505 Pawl Rachet 461 94943 Screw Shoulder 515 263073 Spring Retainer 523 495264 Cap Oil Filler 524 280393 Seal Filler Tube 525 495265 Tube Oil Fill 529 281299 Grommet 562 94852 Bolt Governor Lever 572 224328 Baffle Cylinder 592 231082 Nut Hex 601 93053 Clamp Hose 606 224815 Strap Bracket 608 497680 Starter Rewind Includes 94904 Screw Hex 94908 Nut Hex 613 94231 Screw Hex Head 615 94474 Fastener 616 263175 Crank Governor 617 270344 Seal Intake Elbow
5. When setting up your handle from the storage position the lower handle will automatically lock into the mowing position Lower handle Handle bracket Operator Presence Control Bar Upper Handle Fold Forward For Storage perm Fold Backward Lower Handie 14 ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT It is important to prevent um deposits from forming in essential uel y rl parts such as carburetor fuel filter fuel hose or tank during storage Also experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage Drain the fuel tank Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur Use fresh fuel next season NOTE Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits Aunng storage Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer container Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor Do not drain the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer TROUBLESHOOTING CHART Does not start 1 Dirty air filter 2 Outoffuel Stale fuel
6. plug Turn lawn mower on its side Make sure air filter and carburetor are up Clean the underside of your lawn mower by scraping to remove build up of grass and trash Clean engine often to keep trash from accumulating A clogged engine runs hotter and shortens engine life Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline oil etc We DO NOT recommend using a garden hose to clean lawn mower unless the electrical system muffler air filter and carburetor are covered to keep water out Water in engine can result in shortened engine life SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION Before performing any Service or adjustments e Release control bar and stop engine Make sure the blade and all moving parts have completely stopped Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place where it cannot come in contact with plug LAWN MOWER TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT See TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT in the Operation section of this manual REAR DEFLECTOR The rear deflector attached between the rear wheels of your lawn mower is provided to minimize the possibility that objects will be thrown out the rear of the lawn mower into the operator s mowing position If the rear deflector becomes damaged it should be replaced TO ADJUST HANDLE The handle can be mounted in a high or low position The mounting holes in the bottom of lower handle are off center for raising or lowering the handle 13 Remove upper
7. s manual Warranty service is available by returning the Craftsman power mower to the nearest Sears Service Center Department in the United States This warranty applies only while this product is in use in the United States 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 ILLINOIS 60179 SAFETY RULES Safety standards require operator presence control to minimize the risk of injury Your unit is equipped with cuch controls do not attempt to defeat the function of the operator presence controls under any circumstances TRAINING Read this operator s manual carefully Become familiar with the controls and know how to operate your mower properly Learn how to quickly stop mower Do not allow children to use your mower Never allow adults to use mower without proper instructions Keep the area of operation clear of ail persons especially small children and pets Use mower only as the manufacturer intended and as described in this manual Do not operate mower if it has been dropped or damaged in any manner Always have damage repaired before using your mower Do not use accessory attachments that are not recommended by the manufac turer Use of such attachments may be hazardous The blade turns when the engine is running PREPARATION Always thoroughly check the area to be mowed and clea
8. 1933 272198 94547 94720 498565 94388 399781 94220 94612 DESCRIPTION Cylinder Assembly Bushing Cylinder Seal Oil Sump Engine Head Cylinder Gasket Cylinder Head Breather Assembly Gasket Valve Cover Gasket Baffle Plate Screw Hex Head Tube Breather Gasket Crankcase Screw Cylinder Head Plug Oil Drain Crankshaft Timing Gear Key Seal Oi Screw Hex Head Screw Hex Head Used in Hole Nearest Breather Flywheel Key Flywheel Piston Assembly Standard Size Piston Assy 010 O S Piston Assy 020 O S Piston Assy 030 O S Ring Set Piston Standard Size Ring Set 010 O S Ring Set 020 O S Ring Set 030 O S Lock Piston Pin Pin Piston Standard Size Rod Connecting Screw Connecting Rod Valve Exhaust Valve Intake Spring Valve Retainer Valve Spring Gasket Intake Elbow Screw Hex Head MODEL NUMBER 12H802 2675 E1 KEY PART NO NO 4974420 498144 280399 DESCRIPTION Housing Rewind Starter Pullay Rewind Starter Rope Rewind Starter Cut To 88 5 8 Grip Starter Rope Screw Phillips Lock Muffler Screw Screw Round Head Pin Float Hinge Gasket Sealing Sold in Kit Only Jet Main Carburetor Kit Screw Carburetor Mounting Carburetor Piug Welch Sold in Kit Onty Valve Throttie Shatt Throttle Float Carburetor Valve Inlet Includes Seat wwx Gasket Bowl Sold in Kit Onty Gasket Air Cleaner Hose Fuel Screw
9. HARGE LAWN MOWERS GRASS CATCHERS FOR REAR DISCHARGE LAWN MOWERS SS LZ MULCHER KITS STABILIZER GRASS CATCHERS FOR SIDE DISCHARGE LAWN MOWERS SPARK PLUGS ASSEMBLY Read these instructions and this manual in its entirety before you attempt to assemble or operate your new iawn mower IMPORTANT This lawn mower is shipped WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE in the engine Your new lawn mower has been as sembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes To ensure safe and proper operation of your lawn mower ail parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely Use the correct tools as neces sary to ensure proper tightness Ail parts such as nuts washers bolts etc neces sary to complete the assembly have been placed in the parts bag TO REMOVE LAWN MOWER FROM CARTON Remove loose parts included with mower e Cut down two end corners of carton and lay end panel down fiat Remove all packing materials except padding between upper and lower handle and padding holding operator presence control bar to upper handie Roll lawn mower out of carton and check carton thoroughly for additional loose parts HOW TO SET UP YOUR LAWN MOWER TO UNFOLD HANDLE IMPORTANT Unfold handle carefully so as not to pinch or damage controi cables Raise handles until lower handle section locks into place in mowing position Remove protective paddi
10. ING HEIGHT Raise wheels for low cut and lower wheels for high cut Adjust cutting height to suit your require ments Medium position is best for most lawns To change cutting height squeeze adjuster lever toward wheel Move wheel up or down to suit your requirements Be sure all wheels are in the same setting NOTE Adjuster is properly positioned when plate tab inserts into hole in lever Also 9 position adjusters if so equipped allow tever to be positioned between the plate tabs Lower Wheels for High Cut Plate Tab TO CONVERT MOWER Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be used as a mulcher To convert to bagging or discharging REAR BAGGING Lift rear door of the lawn mower and place the grass catcher frame hooks onto the door pivot pins To convert to mulching or discharging operation remove grass catcher and close rear door Pivot pins SIDE DISCHARGING Rear door must be closed Open mulcher door and install discharge deflector under guard as shown Mower is now ready for discharging operation To convert to mulching or bagging operation discharge deflector must be removed and mulcher door must be closed SIMPLE STEPS TO REMEMBER WHEN CONVERTING YOUR LAWN MOWER FOR MULCHING Rear door closed Mulcher door closed FOR REAR BAGGING Grass catcher installed Mulcher door closed FOR SIDE DISCHARGING Rear door closed Side discharge deflector installed CA
11. M VALVE CLEARANCE INTAKE EXHAUST 004 008 004 008 SOLID STATE IGNITION AIR GAP 0125 IN BLADE BOLT TOROUE 35 40 FT LBS The model and serial numbers will be found on a decal attached to the rear of the lawn mower housing Record both serial number and date of purchase in space provided above LAWN MOWER Remove blade and attaching hardware Always observe safety rules when performing bolt lock washer and hardened any maintenance washer TIRES NOTE Remove the blade adapter and z a ari check the key inside hub of blade adapter Aer arena ik dee The key must be in good condition to work Avoid stumps stones deep ruts sharp properly Replace adapter if damaged objects and other hazards that may cause TO REPLACE BLADE tire damage Position the blade adapter on the BLADE CARE engine crankshaft Be sure key in For best results mower blade must be adapter and crankshaft keyway are kept sharp Replace bent or damaged aligned blades Position blade on the blade adapter TO REMOVE BLADE aligning the two 2 holes in the blade Disconnect spark plug wire from spark with the raised lugs on the adapter Be sure the trailing edge of blade plug and place wire where it cannot opposite sharp edge is up toward the come in contact with spark plug Z a engine Uca S a Install the blade bolt with the lock Use a wood block between blade and washer and hardened washe
12. Owner s Manual CRAFTSMAN 6 0 HORSEPOWER 21 MULTI CUT ROTARY LAWN MOWER Model No 917 388380 Safety Assembly Operation Maintenance Espa ol Repair Parts CAUTION Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment Sears Roebuck and Co Hoffman Estates IL 60179 Visit our Craftsman website www sears com craftsman TABLE OF CONTENTS Warranty Safety Rules Assembly Operation i Maintenance Schedule Maintenance OOOANN 1 1 WARRANTY Product Specifications 11 Service and Adjustments 13 Storage 14 Troubleshooting 15 Repair Parts 34 Parts Ordering Back Cover LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN POWER MOWER For two years from date of purchase when this Craftsman Lawn Mower is maintained lubricated and tuned up according to the operating and maintenance instructions in the owner s manual Sears will repair free of charge any defect in material or workman ship if this Craftsman Lawn 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 Expendable items which become worn during normal use such as rotary mower blades blade adapters belts air cleaners and spark plug Repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence including bent crankshafts and the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in the owner
13. Screw 1 4 20 x 3 8 Hinge Spring Wheel Adjusting Bracket Front S pacer Clip on Discharge Guard Selector Spring Rear Selector Knob N SPIVPTKYEVERSRPEVTSELVISL KEY PART NO NO 165762X004 160828 151157 83923 77400 88652 165766 165767 165912 i DESCRIPTION Axle Arm Assembly LR Shoulder Bolt 5 16 18 Wheel Assembly Flanged Locknut Hubcap Hinge Screw Spring LH Spring RH Door Bolt Hex Head Thread Rolling Screw 3 8 16 x 1 Danger Deca Axle Arrn Assembly RR Housing Assembly Inc Ref 17 18 4 46 Hex Head Screw 3 8 24 x 1 3 8 Grd 8 Helical Lockwasher Hardened Washer 21 Blade Blade Adapter Grass Bag Catcher Frame Engine See Breakdown Briggs Stratton 12H802 2675 E1 Warning Decal Not Shown Owner s Manual Available accessories not included with lawn mower 7133623 7133500 7133000 Gas Can 2 5 gal Fuel Stabilizer SAE 30W Oil 20 oz CRAFTSMAN 4 CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 12H802 2675 E1 CRAFTSMAN 4 CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 12H802 2675 E1 REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL CRAFTSMAN 4 CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 12H802 2675 E1 MODEL NUMBER 12H802 2675 E1 CRAFTSMAN 4 CYCLE ENGINE z Q m 2 i x N wu a lt a 3 CRAFTSMAN 4 CYCLE ENGINE KEY NO Loounabon a 24 25 3 L23555528R88N PART NO 493260 399269 299819 493279 214368 272916 495786 272481 272238 94650 23
14. UTION Do not run your lawn mower out rear door closed or approved grass catcher in place Never attempt to operate the lawn mower with the rear door removed or propped open SS Mulcher door Open Mulcher Door Discharge deflector BEFORE STARTING ENGINE OIL Your lawn mower is shipped without oil in the engine Be sure mower is level and area around oil fill is clean Remove engine oil cap and fill to the full line on the dipstick NOTE Allow oil to settle down into engine for accurate dipstick reading Engine holds 20 ozs of oil For type and grade of oil to use see ENGINE in Maintenance section of this manual Pour oil slowty Do not over fill Check oil level before each use Add oil if needed Fill to full line on dipstick To read proper level tighten engine oil cap each time Reinstall engine oil cap and tighten Change the oil after every 25 hours of operation or each season You may need to change the oil more often under dusty dirty conditions GAS NOTE Before filling fuel tank remove and discard the debris plug that is inside the tank e Fill fuel tank Use fresh clean regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane Do not mix oil with gasoline Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30 days to assure fuel freshness WARNING Experience indicates that o blended fuels called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol can attract moistu
15. air service Call 24 hours a day 7 days a week 1 800 4 MY HOME 1 800 469 4663 Para pedir servicio de reparacion a domicilio 1 800 676 5811 In Canada for all your service and parts needs call Au Canada pour tout le service ou les pi ces 1 800 665 4455 For the repair or replacement parts you need Call 6 am 11 pm CST 7 days a week PartsDirect 1 800 366 PART 1 800 366 7278 Para ordenar piezas con entrega a domicilio 1 800 659 7084 For the location of a Sears Parts and Repair Center in your area Call 24 hours a day 7 days a week 1 800 488 1222 For information on purchasing a Sears Maintenance Agreement or to inquire about an existing Agreement Call 9 am 5 pm Monday Saturday 1 800 827 6655 SEARS Home Central 169955 07 06 99 VB Printed in U S A
16. atcher Give the lawn mower model number when ordering ENGINE LUBRICATION Use only high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SF SH or SG Select the oil s SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature SAE VISCOSITY GRADES oF 5W 30 Ei SG 20 o 30 32 40 C 30 20 10 o 10 20 30 w TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE NOTE Although multi viscosity oils SW30 10W30 etc improve starting in cold weather these multi viscosity oils will result in increased oil consumption when used above 32 F Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage from running low on oil Change the oil after every 25 hours of operation or at least once a year if the lawn mower is not used for 25 hours in one year Check the crankcase oil level before Starting the engine and after each five 5 hours of continuous use Tighten oil plug securely each time you check the oil level TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL NOTE Before tipping lawn mower to drain oil drain fuel tank by running engine until fuel tank is empty Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with spark plug Remove engine oil cap lay aside on a clean surface Tip lawn mower on its side and drain oil into a suitable container Rock lawn mower back and forth to remove any oil trapped inside of engine e Wipe off any spi
17. engine free of grass leaves or excessive grease and oil Check grass catcher often for deteriora tion and wear and replace worn bags Use only replacement bags that are recommended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your mower Always keep a sharp blade on your mower Allow engine to cool before storing in any enclosure Never store mower with fuel in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or an ignition source such as a hot water heater space heater clothes dryer etc Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions It means CAUTION BECOME ALERT YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED CAUTION Always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug in order to prevent accidental starting when setting up transporting adjusting or making repairs WARNING The engine exhaust from iS product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm ACCESSORIES These accessories were available when this lawn mower was produced They are not shipped with your mower They are also available at most Sears retail outlets and service centers Most Sears stores can also order repair parts for you when you provide the model number of your lawn mower Some of these accessories may not apply to your lawn mower LAWN MOWER PERFORMANCE CLIPPING DEFLECTOR FOR REAR DISC
18. exposed to the direct sun For best results adjust the lawn mower cutting height so that the lawn mower cuts off only the top one third of the grass blades If the lawn is overgrown it will be necessary to raise the height of cut to reduce pushing effort and to keep from overloading the engine and leaving clumps of muiched grass For extremely heavy mulching reduce your width of cut mow slowly and raise the rear of the lawn mower one wheel adjuster setting higher than the front Certain types of grass and grass conditions may require that an area be mulched a second time to completely hide the clippings When doing a second cut mow across or perpendicular to the first cut path Change your cutting pattern from week to week Mow north to south one week then change to east to west the next week This will help prevent matting and graining of the lawn MAINTENANCE S MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE Power Propeiled Mowers Cas Penola lr Electric Start Mowers 1 Change more often when operating under a heavy load ar in high ambient temperatures 2 Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions 3 Replace blades mora often when mowing in sandy soil 4 Charge 48 hours at end of season SENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this lawn mower does not zover items that have been subjected to perator abuse or negligence To receive full value from the warranty
19. grass or to hard surface to start engine Grass catcher 1 Cutting height too low 2 Lift on blade wom off Catcher not venting air 1 Raise cutting height 2 Replace blade 3 Clean grass catcher Hard to push Grass is too high or wheel Raise cutting height height is too low Rear of lawn mower Raise rear of lawn mower housing or blade dragging housing one 1 setting in grass higher Grass catcher too full Empty grass catcher Handle height position not Adjust handie height to right for you suit 16 CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NO 917 388380 70 SLYVd HIVAJ KEY PART NO 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 BRSSRBBNBRRBR NO 167133X004 165858 168360X004 166875 751153 166111X479 166112X479 851856 152124 160835X007 19112222 165760 169421X004 87877 CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NO 917 388380 DESCRIPTION Control Bar Upper Handle Lower Handle Rope Guide Locknut 1 4 20 Handle Bolt Wire Tie Hinge Bracket Mulcher Door Engine Zone Control Cable Hex Washer Head Screw 10 24 x 1 2 Up Stop Bracket Handie Knob Hairpin Cotter Hinge Rod Support Bracket Screw Axle Arm Assembly LF Axle Arm Assembly RF Rear Skirt Selector Spring Front Rear Door Assembly Kit Incl Springs Locknut 5 16 18 Handle Bracket Assembly Left Handle Bracket Assembly Right
20. handle and all parts attached to lower handle Remove hairpin cotters from lower handle bracket mounting pin Squeeze lower handle in to remove it from mounting pins Turn lower handle over to raise or lower handle Squeeze lower handle in and position holes onto mounting pins on handle bracket Reassemble upper handie and all parts removed from lower handle Lower handie Rotate TO ASSEMBLE GRASS CATCHER Put grass catcher frame into grass bag with rigid part of bag on the bottom Make sure the frame handle is outside of the bag top Slip vinyl bindings over frame NOTE If vinyi bindings are too stiff hold them in warm water for a few minutes If bag gets wet let it dry before using CAUTION Do not run your lawn mower without clipping deflector or approved grass catcher in place Never attempt to operate the lawn mower with the rear door removed or propped open Catcher lt frame lt OK handle a a Y A Y a R da 2 ENGINE CARBURETOR Your carburetor has a non adjustable fixed main jet for mixture control H your engine does not operate property due to suspected carburetor problems take your lawn mower to an authorized service center for repair or adjustment IMPORTANT Never tamper with the engine govemor 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 govemed high speed needs adjus
21. hind power lawn mowers conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute and the U S Consumer Product Safety Commission The blade tums when the engine is running Operator Presence Control Bar must be Primer pumps additional fuel from the held down to the handle to start the engine carburetor to the cylinder for use when Release to stop the engine starting a cold engine Starter Handle used for starting the engine heel adjuster on each wheel CIR The operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign objects thrown M8 into the eyes which can result in severe eye damage Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your lawn mower or performing any adjustments or repairs We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses HOWTO USE YOUR LAWN MOWER ENGINE SPEED CONTROL The engine speed was set at the factory for optimum performance Speed is not adjust able ENGINE ZONE CONTROL AACAUTION Federal regulations require an engine control to be installed on this lawn mower in order to minimize the risk of blade contact injury Do not under any circumstances attempt to defeat the function of the operator control The blade turns when the engine is running Your lawn mower is equipped with an Operator presence contro bar which requires the operator to be positioned behind the lawn mower handle to start and operate the lawn mower TO ADJUST CUTT
22. ir ing your mower stop the engine and make absolutely sure the blade and all moving parts have stopped Then disconnect the spark plug wire and keep it away from the spark plug to prevent accidental starting Do not continue to run your mower if you hit a foreign object Follow the procedure outlined above then repair any damage before restarting and operating your mower Do not change the governor settings or overspeed the engine Engine damage or personal injury may result Do not operate your mower if it vibrates abnormally Excessive vibration is an indication of damage stop the engine safely check for the cause of vibration and repair as required Do not run the engine indoors Exhaust fumes are dangerous 3 Never cut grass by pulling the mower towards you Mow across the face of slopes never up and down or you might lose your footing Do not mow excessively steep slopes Use caution when operating the mower on uneven terrain or when changing directions maintain good footing Never operate your mower without proper guards plates grass catcher or other safety devices in place MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE e Check the blade and the engine mounting bolts often to be sure they are tightened properly Check all bolts nuts and screws at frequent intervais for proper tightness to be sure mower is in safe working condition Keep all safety devices in place and working To reduce fire hazard keep the
23. lled oil on lawn mower and on side of engine Fill engine with oil Fill only to the FULL line on the dipstick DO NOT OVER FILL Replace engine oil cap l Reconnect spark plug wire to spark plug AIR FILTER Your engine will not run properly and may be damaged by using a dirty air filter Replace the air filter every year more often if you mow in very dusty dirty conditions Do not wash air filter TO CLEAN AIR FILTER Loosen screw and tilt cover to remove Carefully remove cartridge Clean by gently tapping on a flat 42 surface If very dirty replace cartridge CAUTION Petroleum solvents such as kerosene are not to be used to clean cartridge They may cause deterioration of the cartridge Do not oil cartridge Do not use pressurized air to clean or dry cartridge e Install cartridge then replace cover making sure the tabs are aligned with the slots in the back plate Fasten screw securely Cartridge MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler as it could create afire hazard and or damage SPARK PLUG Change your spark plug each year to make your engine start easier and run better Set spark plug gap at 030 inch CLEANING IMPORTANT For best performance keep mower housing free of built up grass and trash Clean underside of mower housing after each use CAUTION Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with the spark
24. ng raise upper handle section into place on lower handle and tighten both handle knobs Remove handle padding holding operator presence control bar to upper handle Your lawn mower handle can be adjusted for your mowing comfort Refer to Adjust Handle in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual Operator presence control bar D Upper handie VA Lift up Lift up Mowing position Lower handle TO INSTALL ATTACHMENTS Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be used as a mulcher To convert to bagging or discharging see To convert mower in the OPERATION section of this manual OPERATION KNOWYOUR LAWN MOWER READ THIS OWNER S MANUALAND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER Compare the illustrations with your lawn mower to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments Save this manual for future reference These symbols may appear on your lawn mower or in literature supplied with the product Learn and understand their meaning ADO SN E CAUTION ENGINE ENGINE FAST CHOKE FUEL OIL DANGER KEEP HANDS OR WARNING ON OFF AND FEET AWAY Operator presence control bar Starter handle Engine zone control cable Handle knob Grass catcher Engine oil cap with dipstick Gasoline filler cap Mulcher door Lawn mower housing IMPORTANT This lawn mower is shipped WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE in the engine MEETS CPSC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS Sears rotary waik be
25. o reduce ground speed and or run the lawn mower over the area a second time For extremely heavy cutting reduce the width of cut by overlapping previously cut path and mow slowly For better grass bagging and most cutting conditions the engine speed should be set in the fast position Pores in cloth grass catchers can become filled with dirt and dust with use and catchers will collect less grass To prevent this regularly hose catcher off with water and let dry before using Keep top of engine around starter clear and clean of grass clippings and chaff This will help engine air flow and extend engine life MULCHING MOWING TIPS IMPORTANT For best performance keep mower housing free of built up grass and trash Clean UNDERSIDE OF MOWER HOUSING after each use See Cleaning in MAINTENANCE section of this manual e The special mulching blade will recut the grass clippings many times and reduce them in size so that as they fall onto the lawn they will disperse into the grass and not be noticed Also the mulched grass will biodegrade quickly to provide nutrients for the lawn Always mulch with your highest engine blade speed as this will provide the best recutting action of the blades Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet Wet grass tends to form clumps and interferes with the mulching action The best time to mow your lawn is the earty afternoon At this time the grass has dried and the newly cut area will not be
26. operator must naintain mower as instructed in this manual Some adjustments will need to be made xeriodically to properly maintain your unit MI adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual should be Shecked at least once each season Once a year replace the spark plug replace air filter element and check blade for wear A new spark plug and clean new air filter element assures proper air fuel mixture and helps your engine run better and last longer Follow the maintenance schedule in this manual 3EFORE EACH USE Check engine oil level Check for loose fasteners UBRICATION lt eep unit well lubricated See LUBRICATION SHART LUBRICATION CHART 1 Wheel adjusters 2 Engine oil Rear door 1 Handie bracket hinge mounting pin SPRAY LUBRICANT SAE 30 MOTOR OIL REFER TO O ENGINE MAINTENANCE SECTION IMPORTANT Do not oil or grease plastic wheel bearings Viscous lubricants will attract dust and dirt that will shorten the life of the self lubricating bearings If you feel they must be lubricated use only a dry powdered graphite type lubricant sparingly 10 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS MODEL NUMBER 917 388380 SERIAL NUMBER DATE OF PURCHASE HORSEPOWER 6 0 GASOLINE CAPACITY TYPE 1 6 QUARTS UNLEADED REGULAR OILTYPE API SF SG SH SAE 30 ABOVE 32 F SAE 5W 30 BELOW 32 F OIL CAPACITY 20 OZS SPARK PLUG GAP 030 CHAMPION RJ19LM OR J19L
27. r into mower housing to prevent blade from blade adapter and crankshaft turning when removing blade bolt Use block of wood between blade and e Protect your hands with gloves and or lawn mower housing and tighten the wrap blade with heavy cloth blade bolt turning clockwise e Remove blade bolt by turning counter LL SEN tightening torque is clockwise ARA 11 IMPORTANT Blade bolt is grade 8 heat treated TO SHARPEN BLADE NOTE We do not recommend sharpen ing blade but if you do be sure the blade is balanced Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced An unbalanced blade will cause eventual damage to lawn mower or engine The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding wheel Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower To check blade balance drive a nail into a beam or wall Leave about one inch of the straight nail exposed Place center hole of blade over the head of the nail If blade is balanced it should remain in a horizontal position If either end of the blade moves downward sharpen the heavy end until the blade is balanced Crank shaft keyway Blade adapter Lockwasher Hardened washer Trailing adapter edge GRASS CATCHER The grass catcher may be hosed with water but must be dry when used Check your grass catcher often for damage or deterioration Through normal use it will wear If catcher needs replacing replace only with a manufacturer approved replacement c
28. r it of all stones sticks wires bones and other foreign objects These objects will be thrown by the blade and can cause severe injury Always wear safety glasses or eye shields when starting and while using your mower Dress properly Do not operate mower when barefoot or wearing open sandals Wear only solid shoes with good traction when mowing Check fuel tank before starting engine Do not fill gas tank indoors when the engine is running or when the engine is hot Allow the engine to cool for several minutes before filling the gas tank Clean off any spilled gasoline before starting the engine Always make wheel height adjustments before starting your mower Never attempt to do this while the engine is running Mow only in daylight or good artificial light OPERATION Keep your eyes and mind on your mower and the area being cut Do not let other interests distract you Do not mow wet or slippery grass Never run while operating your mower Always be sure of your footing keep a firm hold on the handles and walk Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times Always stop the engine whenever you leave or are not using your mower or before crossing driveways walks roads and any gravel covered areas Never direct discharge of material toward bystanders nor allow anyone near the mower while you are operating it Before cleaning inspecting or repa
29. re which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage To avoid engine problems the fuel system should be emptied before storage of 30 days or longer Drain the fuel tank start the engine and let it run until 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 fuel tank or permanent damage may occur Engine oil cap Gasoline filler cap Discard debris plug inside TO START ENGINE To start a cold engine push primer three 3 times before trying to start Use a firm push This step is not usually when starting an engine which has already run for a few minutes Hold operator presence control bar down to the handle and pull starter handle quickly Do not allow starter rope to snap back To stop engine release operator presence control bar NOTE in cooler weather it may be necessary to repeat priming steps in warmer weather over priming may cause flooding and engine will not start If you do flood engine wait a few minutes before attempting to start and do not repeat priming steps MOWINGTIPS Under certain conditions such as very tall grass it may be necessary to raise the height of cut to reduce pushing effort and to keep from overloading the engine and leaving clumps of grass clippings It may also be necessary t
30. ting contact your nearest AUTHORIZED service center which has proper equipment and experience to make any necessary adjustments ENGINE SPEED Your engine speed has been factory set Do qa Frame not attempt to increase engine speed or it N NP opening may result in personal injury If you believe that the engine is running too fast or too slow take your lawn mower to an authorized service center for repair and adjustment STORAGE pakan Arg your lawn mower for end of tha season ort the unit si res bis led for eve of more LAWN MOWER When lawn mower is to be stored for a period of time clean it thoroughly remove all dirt grease leaves etc Store in a clean di area gt Clean entire lawn mower See ING in the Maintenance section of this manual Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance section of this manual Be sure that all nuts n screws and pins are securely fastened moving Or damag Dreoksga End Wear Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces sand lightly before painting HANDLE You can fold your lawn mower handle for storage Squeeze the bottom ends of the lower handle toward each other until the lower handle clears the handle bracket then move handle forward Loosen upper handle mounting bolts enough to allow upper handle to be folded back IMPORTANT When folding the handle for storage or transportation be sure to fold the handle as shown or you may damage the control cables
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