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CRAFTSMAN
55 HORSEPOWER
22 REAR DISCHARGE
POWER PROPELLED
ROTARY LAWN MOWER
Model No.
917.379480
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Safety
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Assembly
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Operation
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Maintenance
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Espa_ol
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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.sea rs.com/craftsman
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- Page 1 917.379480 • 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.sea rs.com/craftsman...
- Page 2 Specifications Service and Adjustments Storage Troubleshooting Repair Parts ... Parts ON CRAFTSMAN POWER MOWER when this Craftsman Lawn Mower is maintained, to the operating and maintenance or rental purposes, this warranty of operator abuse or negligence, according by returning the Craftsman power mower to the nearest in the United States.
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Page 3: Operation
• 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. -
Page 4: Lawn Mower Maintenance
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... -
Page 5: Howto Set Upyour Lawn Mower
• 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 Adjustment section of this manual. - Page 6 MANUALAND LAWN MOWER. Compare the illustrations with the location of various controls and adjustments. ° These symbols may appear on your lawn mower or in literature supplied product. Learn and understand their meaning. CAUTION ENGfNE ENGINE OR WARNING Engine zone control cable...
- Page 7 Raise Wheels for Low Cut or repairs. TO ATTACH GRASS CATCHER • Lift the rear door of the lawn mower and place the grass catcher frame hooks onto the door pivot pins. • The grass catcher is secured to the...
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Page 8: Drive Control
To engage drive control BEFORE STARTING ENGINE 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. -
Page 9: Mowing Tips
• 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. -
Page 10: Maintenance Schedule
3 - Replace blades more often when mowing In sandy SOIL 4 - Charge 48 hours at end orseason. GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this lawn mower does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain mower as instructed in this manual. -
Page 11: Product Specifications
• Turn lawn mower on its side. sure air filter and carburetor • Use a wood block between blade and mower housing to prevent blade from turning when removing blade bolt. - Page 12 • Remove engine oil cap; lay aside on a clean surface. • Tip lawn mower on its side as shown and drain oil into a suitable container. Rock lawn mower back and forth to remove any oil trapped inside of engine.
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Page 13: Air Filter
• Tum lawn mower on its side. Make sure air filter and carburetor are up. Clean the underside of your lawn mower by scraping to remove buildup of grass and trash. - Page 14 • Remove drive cover. Remove belt by pushing down on gear case pulley and rolling belt off it. • Turn lawn mower on its side with carburetor and fuel cap up. • Remove blade. • Remove debris shield. • Remove belt from engine pulley on crankshaft.
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Page 15: Engine Speed
Do not attempt to increase engine speed or it 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. - Page 16 30 days or 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, dry area.
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Page 17: Troubleshooting
Loose blade or broken blade adapter. Control bar in released position. Control bar defective. Loss of power Rear of lawn mower housing or cutting blade dragging in heavy grass. Cutting too much grass. Dirty air filter. Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower. - Page 18 Depress control bar to upper handle before pulling starter rope. Contact an authorized service center. Replace blade adapter. Move lawn mower to cut grass or to hard surface. Adjust or replace drive control cable. Put belt on pulleys or replace belts if broken.
- Page 20 ROTARY LAWN MOWER -- MODEL NO. 917.379480 GEAR CASE ASSEMBLY PART NUMBER 702511 PART DESCRIPTION 17490416 Tapping Screw 1/4-20 x 1-1/4 137055X004 Engagement Bracket 137053 Shifter 57072 Seal 48373 Gear Case Halves Kit (includes Key Nos, 4, and 7) 77881...
- Page 21 ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL.NUMBER 917.379480 72 22 1_23 < < 2O 37...
- Page 22 Thread Cutting Screw w/Seres 5/16-18 x 3/4 173569X479 Handle Bracket Assembly (Left) 173570X479 Handle Bracket Assembly (Right) 150406 Hex H_ad Thread Rolling Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/8 172835 Lawn Mower Housing (Incl. Key #14, 15, 51) PART DESCRIPTION 851514 Blade Adapter Blade 22' 141114 Hardened Washer 851074 Helical Washer 3/8-24 x 1-3/8 Gr.
- Page 23 ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917.379480 • °...
- Page 24 ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917.379480 PART DESCRIPTION 146323 Control Cable Assembly • 751152 Locknut #10-24 158755 Pan Head Machine Screw 1/4 x 2.12 146527 V-Belt 150495 Spring Retainer 150182 Hubcap 145212 Flanged Nut 15O340 Wheel & Tire Assembly 1200OO58...
- Page 25 HONDA 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NO. GCV160-A1A CONTROL CAMSHAFT CARBURETOR I...
- Page 26 HONDA 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NO. GCV160-A1A _FANCOVERJ FLYWHEEL I RECOIL STARTER AIR CLEANER...
- Page 27 HONDA 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NO. GCV160-A1A...
- Page 28 HONDA 4-CYCLE ENGINE CONTROL KEY PART DESCRIPTION 5580311 Arm, Governor 5580329 Rod, Governor 5580345 Spring, Governor 5580352 Spring, Throttle Return 4439428 Spring, Lever 0800466 Holder, Cable 5580378 Base Comp., Control Use up to sn 1177559. 6094122 Base Comp., Control Use from sn 1177560.
- Page 29 HONDA 4-CYCLE ENGINE FAN COVER KEY PART DESCRIPTION 3683646 Rubber, Supporter 107 mm 5028923 Petcock Assy. Man 5580394 Bracket, Petcock 5580451 Cap Assy., Fuel Tank 5580469 Tube, Fuel 5580519 Cover Comp., Fan NH1 Black 5580527 Coller, Fan Cover 2499440 Collar, Ft. Turn Signal 5581004 Bolt, Stud 0671636...
- Page 30 HONDA 4-CYCLE ENGINE CYLINDER BARREL KEY PART DESCRIPTION 5579982 Cylinder Assy. 2399780 Clip, Valve Guide Cover, Head 5579990 5580006 Cover Comp., Breather Bolt, Flange (6X12) 0636845 0803619 Bolt, Flange (6X14) Oil Seal 25.4X62X6 5581038 1441112 Spark Plug (BPR6ES OIL PAN KEY PART DESCRIPTION 5579974...
- Page 31 For repair of major brand appliances in your own home... no matter who made it, no matter who sold it! 1"800-4-MY-HOME s" (1-800-469-4663) Tobringin products suchas vacuums, lawnequipmentand electronics for repair,call for the locationof yournearestSears Parts & Repair Center. 1-800-488-1222 For the replacement parts,accessories and owner's manuals that you need to do-it-yourself, call Sears PartsDirectSM! 1 800 366 PART...