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Craftsman 917.389690 Owner's Manual

6.75 horsepower 21" rear discharge rotary lawn mower
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Owner's Manual
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6.75 HORSEPOWER
21" REAR DISCHARGE
ROTARY LAWN MOWER
Model No.
917.389690
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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
NOTE: Engines which are certified to comply with California and U.S. EPA emission regulations
for SORE (Small Off Road Equipment), are certified to operate on regular unleadedgasoline,
and include the following emission control systems: Engine Modification (EM), and Three-way
Catalyst (TWC) (If so equipped).
AVISO: Los motores homalogados para cumplir con la reglamentacibn sobrs emisiones de
California y de la Agencia de Proteccibn Ambien_l estadounidense (EPA) para equipes
pequeFios no circulanfes (SORE) funcionan con gasolina normal sin plomo, e inclwen los
siguientes sistemas de control de emisiones: modificaci6n del motor (EM) y catalizado_ de triple
acci6n (TWC) (en caso de tenet/o).
The D.O.M. decal includes engine life specifications for the emissions-related useful life penod of
your engine. This pedod relates to _he emission compliance life as certified by EP/VCARB. To
find the life pedud specification for your engine, please match one of the following letters with the
letter pdnted on your D.O.M, decal: (C) 125 hours, (B) 250 hours, (A) 500 hours.
La calcomanla D.OM. incluye espechtcaolones sobre la duracibn del motor para eT periodo de
vida Otil de su motor relaccionado con emisiones, Este pertode se relaciona con la duracibn en
conformidad con las emisiones segdn Io cartificado por EPA/CARB, Para hallar la especificacibn
del periode de vide de su motor, mire cual de las siguientes lelras viene impresa en su
calcomanla D.O.M.: (C) 125 horas, (B) 250 horas, (A) 500 horas.
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.corn/craftsman

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  • Page 1 D.O.M.: (C) 125 horas, (B) 250 horas, (A) 500 horas. 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.corn/craftsman...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    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 instructionsin the owner's manual, Sears will repair free of charge any defect in material or work- manship.
  • Page 3 • Be alert and turn machine off if children • Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel enter the area. drives, walks, or roads. • Before and while walking backwards, • Stop the engine (motor) whenever you look behind and down for small leave the equipment, before cleaning children.
  • Page 4 A,WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and _,Look for this symbol to point out related accessories contain lead and important safety precautions. It means lead compounds, chemicals known to the CAUTIONIII BECOMEALERT!!I YOUR State of California to cause cancer and SAFETY IS INVOLVED. birth defects or other reproductive harm.
  • Page 5 Read these instructionsand this manual 3. Remove handle padding holding operator presence control bar to in its entirety before you attempt to assemble or operate your new lawn upper handle. Your lawn mower handle can be adjusted mower. IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is for your mowing comfort.
  • Page 6 KNOWYOUR LAWN MOWER READ THiS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER. Compare the illustrationswith 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.
  • Page 7 TO CONVERT MOWER operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign Yourlawn mowerwas shippedreedy to be objects thrown into the used as a mulchar.To convert to bagging : eyes, which can result in REAR BAGGING severe eye damage. • Liftrear door ofthe lawn mower and place Always wear safety glasses or eye the grasscatcher frame hooksontothe shields while operating your lawn mower...
  • Page 8 Al_CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank BEFORE STARTING ENGINE filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any ADD OIL spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or Your lawnmower is shipped without oil in use gasoline near an open flame. the engine.
  • Page 9 MOWINGTIPS MULCHING MOWINGTIPS • Under certain conditions, such as very IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep mower housing free of built-up tall grass, it may be necessary to raise grass and trash. See "CLEANING" in the the height of cut to reduce pushing Maintenance section of this manual.
  • Page 10 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL tN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE SERV]CE DATES Clean/Inspect Grass Catcher Check for Loose Fasteners "_ 'l iS/ " " (ifEquipped) Clean Lawn Mower Clean Under Ddve Cover Power-propelled Mowers) Check ddve ben ulleys (Power_Propelle_PMowers) ChectdSharperv_eplace Blade Luhdcaffon Chart Clean Battery/Recha_ IElectrlc Start Mowers...

  • Page 11: Product Specifications

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS SERIAL NUMBER: DATE OF PURCHASE: GASOLINE CAPACITY/TYPE: 1.5 QUARTS UNLEADED REGULAR OILTYPE (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (BELOW 32°F) OIL CAPACITY: 20 OZS. SPARK PLUG (GAP: .045") CHAMPION RESISTOR TYPE RJ19LM4 BLADE BOLTTORQUE: 35-40 FT. LBS. The model and sedal numbers will be found on a decal attached to the rear of the lawn mower housing.
  • Page 12 Change the oil after every 25 hours of TO SHARPEN BLADE operation or at least once a year if the NOTE: We do not recommend sharpen- lawn mower is not used for 25 hours in ing blade - but if you do, be sure the blade is balanced.
  • Page 13 AIR FILTER MUFFLER Your engine will not run properly and may Inspect and replace corroded muffler as it could create a fire hazard and/or dam- be damaged by using a dirty air filter. Replace the air filter every year or after age.

  • Page 14: Service And Adjustments

    TO ASSEMBLE GRASS CATCHER _,CAUTION: Before performing any service or adjustments: 1. Put grass catcher frame into grass bag 1. Release control bar and stop engine. with rigid pert of bag on the bottom. 2. Make sure the blade and all moving Make sure the frame handle is outside parts have completely stopped.

  • Page 15: Storage

    Immediately prepare your lawn mower for storage at the end of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more. Squeeze LAWN MOWER When lawn mower is to be stored for a 3-Position period of time, clean it thoroughly, remove handle all dirt, grease, leaves, etc.

  • Page 16: Troubleshooting

    • If possible, store your unk indoors and CYLINDER cover it to give protection from dust and 1. Remove spark plug. dirt. 2. Pour one ounce (29 ml) of oil through • Cover your unit with a suitable protec- spark plug hole into cylinder. tive cover that does not retain moisture.
  • Page 17 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Starter rope hard 1. Engine flywheel brake is on 1. Depress control bar to topul! when control bar is released upper handle before pulling starter rope. 2. Bent engine crankshaft, 2, Contact a Sears or other qualified service center.
  • Page 18 GARANTJA LIMITADA DE DOS AltOS PARA LA SEGADORA A MOTOR CRAFTSMAN por dos (2) afros, a partir de la fecha de compra, cuando esta Segadora Craftsman se mantenga, lubrique y afine segLin las instrucciones pare la operack_n y el mantenimiento en al manual de! due5o, Sears reparar_ gratis todo defecto en el rnatedal y la mano de obra.
  • Page 19 • Nunca permita que los niSos operen la • NOopere la m_quina bajo la influencia del mdquina. alcohol o de las drogas. • Nunca opera la maquina cuando la hierba • Tenga un cuidado extra cuando se acerque a esquinas donde no hay visibilidad, a los este mojada.
  • Page 20 _6.DVERTENCIA: Los homes, terrninales y _qsque e6te sirnboloque sei_la las precaucic- nes de seguddadde imlx_anda. Ouiem decit- aoceson_ rek_lNos de la baterla contk3t_np_omo o compuest_s de pk,no, productosquimicos IiiATENCIC_)N!H[IIESTE ALERTO!H SU conoddosen el Estadode California como causa SEGURIDAD ESTA COMPROMETIDA. de cdncery defectos el nacin'iento u (tcos daSos mproduclJvos.
  • Page 21 El mango de la segadora puede ajustarse Lea estas instrucciones y el manual seg_n le acomode para segar. Refidrase a comple_amente antes de l_atar de montar u "AJUSTE DEL MANGO" en la SecciSn de operar su sngadora nueva. IMPORTANTE: ESTE CORTACESPED VIENE Servicio y Ajustes de este manual.
  • Page 22 FAMIUARICESE CON SU SEGADORA LEA ESTE MANUAL DEL DUENO Y I-AS REGLAS DE SEGURIDAD ANTES DE OPARAR SU SEGADORA. Compare las ilustracionescon su segad_a para farnilianzarsecon la ubicaci(_ de los diversosoonVolesy ajustes Guarde este manual para referenda en el futuro. Estos s|mbolos pueden apareser sobre su sagadora o en ta Ilteratura proporclonada el producto.
  • Page 23 La operacibn de cualquier PARA CONVERTIR LA SEGADORA segadora puede hacer que Su segadora rue enviada lista pare usarse sa_ten objetos extraSos dentro corno acolchadora de cape vegetal. Pare de sus ojos, Io que puede convertida a una operacibn de ensacado: producir dar_os graves en _stos.
  • Page 24 ANTES DE HACER ARRANCAR El Almacenamiento para rnds intormacibn. Nunca tJse produntos de limpieza pars el MOTOR motor o pars el carburador en el estanque del AGREGUE ACEITE combustible puss se pueden prodecir dafios Su segadora rue enviada sin aceite en el _ermanentes.
  • Page 25 CONSEJOS PARA SEGAR CONSEJOS PARA SEGAR Y • Bajo ciedas condiciones, tal como cesped ACOLCHAR muy alto, puede ser necesado el elevar la IMPORTANTE: Pare obtener el mejor altura del corte pare reducir el esfuerzo rendimiento mantenga la caja de la segadora necesario pare empujar la segadora y para sin acumulacion de cesped y basura.
  • Page 26 PROGRAMADE MANTENIMIENTO LLENE LASFECHAS A MEDIDA QUECOMPLETE SUSERVICIO REGULAR FECHASDE SERVICtO Revissrslha)'sulotadetes sue]tos V / " " Llmplar/]nsdecclonar el recogeder _ded (,Iv_.°_ulp.de) _ I v' LImplm la segadera d_DaJo de I= cubleda de lat rans- L_l_de(=egadoru con pealer propulsor) Reviser las corteas y la= pc4e_ssimpuli sades (se_tad..
  • Page 27 ESPEClFICACIONES DEL PRODUCTO NOMERO OESERIE: FECHADECOMPR/_ :APACIDAD YTIPODE GASOLINA: 1.5 CUARTOS REGULAR SIN PLOMO TIPO DEACEITE(API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (SOBRE 3_°F) o SAE 5W÷30 (DEBAJO 32°F) 20 OZ. DE CAPACIDAD CAPACIDAD DEACEI_: BLIJIA (ABERTURA:.045") CH,_PION RJ19LM4 TORSIONDELPERNODELACUCHILLA: 35"40 F_ LBS. El numdm del nedelo y el de sede se encuentran en la calcomanla adjunta ala parte trasera de la caja de la segadora.
  • Page 28 RECOGEDOR DE ClaSPED PAPA CAMBIAR EL ACEITE DEL MOTOR • El recogedor de c_sped puede ser rociado AVISO: Antes de inclinar la segadora para con el agua de la manguera pero tiene que drenar el aceite, drene el tanque de combus- es_ar seco cuando se vaya a usar.
  • Page 29 SILENCIADOR FILTRO DE AIRE Su motor no funcionar_ en forma adecuada y Inspeccione y cambie el silenciador si esta corroido puede producir un peligro de puede sufrir da6os si se usa un filtro de aire sucio. incendio y/o daRo, Cambie el fil_rode aire cada a6o o despu_s de cada 100 horas de operacibn, y m_s a BUJIAS menudo si siega en condiciones muy...
  • Page 30 PARA MONTAR Y ADJUNTAR EL _,PRECAUCK_N: Antes de dar calquier RECOGEDOR DE C_SPED servico o de hacer ajustes: 1. Ponga el bastidor del recogedor de cesped 1. Suette la barra de control y pare el motor. en la bolsa del cdsped con la parte rigida 2.
  • Page 31 Inrnediataruante prepare su segadora para el 'tnza del mango almacenamiento el final de cada temporada o si la unidad no se va a usar gor 30 dlas o m_ts. SEGADORA Cuando se va a guardar la segadora por Sopodede cierto periodo de tiemgo, Ifmpiela aJuste cuidedosameote, remueva toda la mugre, la Mangode3...
  • Page 32 • Si es posible, guarde su unidad en un CILINDRO recinto cerrado y cdbmla para pmtegeda 1. Remueva la bujfa. contra el poivo y la mugm. 2. Vac[e 29 ml (una onza) de acelte a tmvds • Cub_a su unidad con un torro protector del agujem de la bujla en el ci[indro.
  • Page 33 IDENTIFICACI{_N DE PROBLEMAS CORRECCION PROBLEMA CAUSA 1, Cambie ta cuchilla. Apriete el 1. Cuchilla desgastade, dobtada Vlbracl6n o suelta. exceslva pemo de la cuchilla. 2. Pbngase en contaoto con su 2. Ciguefial del motor doblado. centro de servicio Sears o con un otto centre de servicio cualificado.

  • Page 34: Repair Parts

    CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER-- MODEL NU MBER 917.389690...
  • Page 35 CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER- - MODEL NUMBER 917.389690 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 88652 Hinge Screw 131696 ContmlBar 165766 Spring(LH) 166860X479 Upper Haedle 165767 Spring(RH) 161105X479 LowerHaedle 165912 Door Bolt 132001 Rope Guide 150406 Hex Head Tnread Rolling Screw 3/6-I 6 x 1...
  • Page 36 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.016712 ,390 110_ '"310 _307...
  • Page 37 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.016712 KEY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION • VaNe Cover Gasket 37465 Cylinder IncL. 2 & 20) 36783 Valve Cover 26727 Dowe 36784 Screw, 10-24 x 9/16" 33734 Breather Element 30200 Nut & Lock Washer, 1/4-28 36557 Breather Ass'y.
  • Page 38 MODEL NUMBER 143.016712 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE DESCRIP_ON °_ 640271 Carburetor (Incl, 184 of Engine Parts Ust) 31615 ThroNe Shaft & Lever Assembly 31767 Throttle Return Spring 631184 * Dust Seal Washer 631183 * Dust Seal ('_rottle) 640070 Throttle Shutter 650506...
  • Page 39 MODEL NUMBER 143.016712 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE KEY PART DESCRIPTION Recoil Starter 590702 590599A Spring Pin (Incl. 4) Washer 590600 Retainer 590696 Washer 590601 590697 Brake Spring 590698 Starter Dog Dng Spdng 590699 Pulley & Rewind Spring Ass'y 590700 Starter Housing Assembly...
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