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Craftsman 917.378470 Owner's Manual

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Owner's Manual
JCRRFTSMRN" I
ROTARY LAWN MOWER
6.5 Horsepower
Power-Propelled
21" Rear Discharge
Model No.
917.378470
CAUTION:
Read and follow all
Safety Rules and Instructions
beforeoperatingthis equipment
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
Visitour Craftsman webslte:www.sears.condcraftsman

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  • Page 1 Owner's Manual JCRRFTSMRN" I ROTARY LAWN MOWER 6.5 Horsepower Power-Propelled 21" Rear Discharge Model No. 917.378470 CAUTION: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions beforeoperatingthis equipment Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. Visitour Craftsman webslte:www.sears.condcraftsman...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    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: •...

  • Page 3: Operation

    I.GENERAL OPERATION • Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when • Read,understand, a nd follow operating mower. instructionson the machine and in the I1.SLOPE OPERATION manual(s) before starting. Be thor- oughly familiar with the controls and Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall accidents which can result in the proper use of the machine before...
  • Page 4 • Never run a machine inside a closed • Stop and inspect the equipment if you area. strike an object. Repair, if necessary, before restarting. • Never make adjustments or repairs • Never attempt to make wheel height with the engine (motor) running. adjustments while the engine (motor) is Disconnect the spark plug wire, and running.
  • Page 5 Read these instructionsand this manual control bar in its entirety before you attempt to assemble or operate your new lawn Upper mower. IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is shipped WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE in the engine. Your new lawn mower has been at the factory with the exception sembled of those parts left unassembled for...
  • Page 6 KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUALAND ALL 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 llterature supplled wlth the product.
  • Page 7 control bar Drive The operation of any lawn control mower can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your lawn mower DRIVE or performing any adjustments or repairs. ENGAGE CONTROL We recommend standard safety glasses...
  • Page 8 TO EMPTY GRASS CATCHER ADD GASOLINE 1. Lift up on grass catcher using the NOTE: Before filling fuel tank, remove frame handle. and discard the debris plug that is inside the tank. 2. Remove grass catcher withclippings • Fill fuel tank to bottom of tank filler from under lawn mower handle.
  • Page 9 4. Tum electdcstartkey clockwiseto MULCHING MOWING TIPS crank engine. IMPORTANT: For best performance, IMPORTANT:Donot crankenginemore keep mower housing free of built-up than five continoussecondsbetween grass and trash. See =CLEANING" in the eachtimeyoutry to start.Wait5 to 10 Maintenance section of this manual. secondsbetweeneach attempt.

  • Page 10: Maintenance Schedule

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE __"_.,_ _/_/_._ _,O_/_OY ASYOU COMP_-TE O_ _-_ _. _/'_ Check for _ Fastanem Clean/Inspect Grass Catcher (if Equipped) Clean Lawn Mower Clean Under Drive Cover Check drive belt/pulleys EW IPower-eropelled Mowers) (Power-Propelled Mowers) Check/Sharpen/Replace Blade I!_$ LubriceEonChart Clean BattePj/Recharge Mowers/ NE Check En_lineOil Level Change Engine Oil...

  • Page 11: Maintenance

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Serial Number: Date of Purchase: Gasoline Capacity/Type: 1.6 quarts (Unleaded Regular) Oil Type (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (above 32°F); SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) Oil Capacity: 20 Ounces Spark Plug (Gap: .030") Champion RJ19LM or J19LM Blade Bolt Torque: 35-40 ft. Ibs. The model and serial numbers will be found...
  • Page 12 GRASS CATCHER NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in • The grass catcher may be hosed with cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils water, but must be dry when used. will result in increased oil consumption • Check your grass catcher often for when used above 32°F.
  • Page 13 TO CLEANAIR FILTER SPARK PLUG 1. Loosenscrewand tilt coverto remove. Replace spark plugs at the beginning of 2. Carefullyremovecartridge. each mowing season or after every 100 3. Cleanby gentlytappingon a flat hours of operation, whichever occurs first. surface. If very dirty, replace cartridge. Spark plug type and gap setting are ACAUTION: Petroleum solvents, such as...
  • Page 14 Mowing Mowing TO REMOVE DRIVE BELT ;)osition "_* 1. Remove drive cover. Remove belt € from gearcase pulley by pushing down on pulley and rolling belt off it. 2. Turn lawn mower on its side with air filter and carburetor up. 3.

  • Page 15: Storage

    CARBURETOR IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the Your carburetor is not adjustable. If your engine governor, which is factory set for proper engine speed. Overspeeding engine does not operate properly due to engine above the factory high speed suspected carburetor problems, take your setting can be dangerous.

  • Page 16: Troubleshooting

    • Never use engine or carburetor cleaner BA'R'ERY products in the fuel tank or permanent Disconnect the battery from the engine damage may occur. connector and charge battery 48 hours. • Use fresh fuel next season. OTHER NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in minimizing the formation of •...
  • Page 17 TROUBLESHOOTING- See appropriate section In manual unless directed to a Sears Service Center. PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Loss of power 1. Rear of lawn mower 1. Set to =Higher Cut" housing or cutting blade position. dragging in heavy grass. 2. Cutting too much grass. 2.
  • Page 18 GARANTIA LIMITADA DE DOS AI_IOS PARA LA SEGADORA A MOTOR CRAFTSMAN Por dos (2) ai_os, a partir de la fecha de compra, cuando esta Segadora Craftsman se mantenga, lubrique y afine seg_in las instruccionespara la operaci6n y el mantenimisnto en el manual dsl duei_o, Sears reparard gratis todo defecto en el material y la mano de obra.
  • Page 19 I. OPERACION II. OPERACION SOBRE LAS CUESTAS • Antes de empezar, debe familiarizarse Los accidentos ocurren con rnds frecuencia completamente con los controles y el uso en las cuestas. Estos accidantos ocurren correcto de la maquina. Para esto, debe leer debido a resbaladas o cafdas, las cuales y comprender todas las instrucoiones que pueden resultar en graves lesiones.
  • Page 20 • Pare e inspeccione el equlpo si le pega a un • Nunca haga funcionar una mdqulna dentro de un drea corrada. obJeto. Repdrelo, si es necesario, antes de hacerlo arrancar. • Nunca haga ajustes o reparaclones mlentras el motor estd en marcha. •...
  • Page 21 Lea estas Insbucclones y el manual Barra de control t e Is presencla del operador completamente antes de tratar de montar u Mango superior operar su segadora nueva. IMPORTANTE: Este cortacesped viene SIN ACEITE O GASOLINA en el motor. Mango Infedor Su segadora nueva ha sido montada en la LEVANTAR fdbdca con la excepci6n de aquellas partes...
  • Page 22 FAMILIARICESE CON SU SEGADORA LEA ESTE MANUAL DEL DUEI_IO Y I.AS REGLAS DE SEGURIDAD ANTES DE OPERAR SU SEGADORA. Compare las ilustraciones con su segadore pare familiarizame con la ubicaci6n do los diversos controles y ajustes. Guarde este manual para referencia en el future. Estos afmbolos pueden apareser sobre su segadom o en la IJteretura proporcionada con el producto.
  • Page 23 Barmde control i Laoperaci6n d e coalquier Control sagadora puede hacer qua dela im- salten objetos extrarios dentro de sue ojos, Io qua puede producir dafios graves an _stos. Siempra use anteojos de seguridad o proteccidn para los ojos mientras opera su PAPA CONTROL segadora o cuando haga ajustes o...
  • Page 24 AGREGUE GASOLINA PARA VACIAR EL RECOGEDOR AVISO: Antes de rellenar el deposito de CI&SPED carburente, remover y descartar los residues 1, Levante el recogedor de c6sped usando el del tapon que se encuentran al interior del mango dal bastidor. Remueva el recogedor de c0sped, con los deposito.
  • Page 25 2. Mueva la palanca decontrol de • Mantenga la parte supedor del motor, aceleraci6n delmotor a la poslcibn de alrededor del arrancador, despejada y sin RAPIDO. recortes de c6sped y peja. Esto ayudard el 3. Sujete la barra decontrol queexigela flujo del aire del motor y extended, su presencia d eloperador abajoenel mango.
  • Page 26 o. aa ,iai Revisar si hay sujetadores sueltos Limpiar/inspeccionar el recogedor de ES cdsped (si viene equipado) ; If Limpiar la segadora Limpiar debajo de la cubierta de ta trans- misi6n (segadoras con poder propulsor) sadas (segadoras con poder propulsor) Revisar las correas y las poleas irnpul- Revisar o/afilar/cambiar la cuchilla AR Tabla de lubricaci6n...
  • Page 27 ESPECIFICACIONES DEL PRODUCTO Nt_mero de serie: Fecha de compra: Capacidad y tipo de gasolina: 1.6 cuartos (regular sin plomo) Tipo de aceite (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (sobre 32°F);SAE 5W-30 (debajo 32°F) 20 onzas Capacidad de aceite: Buiia (abertura: .030') Champion RJ19LM o J19LM Torsi6n del pemo de la cuchilla: 35-40 FT.
  • Page 28 RECOGEDOR DE C_SPED AVISO: A peser de qua los aceites de • El recogedor dec6sped puedeserroclado multiviscosldad (5W30, 10W30, etc.) meJoran conel agua dela manguera p erotieneque el arranque en clima frfo, estos aceites de estarsecocuando se vaya multJviscosided van ha aumentar el consumo a usar.
  • Page 29 BUJ|AS PARA LIMPIAR EL FILTRO DE AIRE Cambie las bujlas al comienzo de cada 1. Suelte el temlllo e Incline la cublerta para removedo. temporada de slega o despu6s de cada 100 Cuidadosamenta, remueva el cartucho. horas de operaci6n, Io que suceda primero. El tipo de bujfa y el ajusta de la abertura Lfmpielo golpedndolo suavementa en una aparecen en "ESPECIFICACIONES...
  • Page 30 Po6ick_ I_ Posici6n PARA REMOVER LA CORREA DEIMPUI.SI6N J_parasegar: (Z_/parasegar 1. Remueva la cubierta de la Impulsk_n. Remueva la correa empujando hacla abajo en la polea de la caja de engranajes. Haga descansar la segadora en su lado con el filtro de aire y el carburador mirando hacta arriba.
  • Page 31 CARBURADOR IMPORTANTE: Nunca manipule el rsgulador del motor, el que ha sido ajustado en la fdbdca Su carburedor no es ajustable. Si su motor no est_ funclonando en forma adecuada debido a para la velocidad dal motor adecuada. Puede ser peligroso hacer funcionar el motor a una pmblomas que se sospacha vienen del velocidad por sobro el ajuste de alta velocidad carburador, Ileva su segadora a contacto con...
  • Page 32 • Nunca use los productos para limpleza del 3. Tire la manilla de arranque lentamente carbumdor odel motor en el estanque de unas cuantas veces para distribuir el aceite. combustible pues se pueden producir da_os permanentes. Cambie por una bujfa nueva. •...
  • Page 33 SOLUCI6N DE PROBLEMAS - Vea la seccl6n aproplada en el manual amenos qua eat6 dirlgldo a un centro de servico Sears. CAUSA CORRECCl6N PROBLEMA Mal corte- 1. Cambie la cuchilla. Apdete el pemo 1. Cuchiila desgastada, doblada de la cuchilla. o suelta.
  • Page 34 CRAFTSMAN ROTARYLAWN MOWER-- MODEL NUMBER917.378470 84 83 41 54...
  • Page 35 CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER -- MODEL NUMBER 917.378470 KEY PART PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 183485 Upper Handle (withGdp) 150078 Thread Cutting Screw w/Sems 5/16-18 x 3/4 175245X479 LowerHandle 19112206 Washer 18O955 ControlBar 178402 TdmplateAssembly 133107 Screw EngineZone ControlCable 141841...
  • Page 36 CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER -- MODEL NUMBER 917.378470...
  • Page 37 CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER -- MODEL NUMBER 917.378470 PART PART DESCRIP'nON DdveCover ControlCabteAssembly 178843 179681 Locknut #10-24 132010 751152 Hex Flange Nut Hex Washer Head Screw 1/4-20 x 2.12 137(352 Drive Pulley 158755 V-Belt 151521 Wheel AdjusterAssembly (Left) 175436 Gear Case Assembly...
  • Page 38 CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER -- MODEL NUMBER 917.378470 GEAR CASE ASSEMBLY -- PART NUMBER 175258 KEY PART DESCRIPTION 17490416 Tapping Screw 1/4-20 x 1-1/4 175248X004 Engagement Bracket 137053 Shifter 57072 Seal 48373 Gear Case Halves Kit (Includes Key Numbers 4 and 7)
  • Page 39 BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 123K07-O184-E1 _1019LABEL KIT I 524 C 718 0 43< 123K07-0184-E1...
  • Page 40 BRIGGS & STRATrON 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 123K07-0184-E1 621_ 188_ 970_1D ,251 977 CARBURETOR GASKET SET 12 0 2760 I:)1 _ARRtlR_'TI_rt i'_V_RI-IAI|! i_._J 276 _; 633_) 2760 123K074)184-E1...
  • Page 41 BRIGGS & STRAI"rON 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 123K07-0184-E1 513 0 < 1'1119 972_ 1211 45,_ 689 0 ,661_ 597_P 11036 EMISSIONS LABEL I...
  • Page 42 BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 123K07-0184-E1 615 O 123K07-0184-E1 PART PART DESCRIP'nON DESCRIPTK)N Ring Set-Piston (Standard) 697322 Cylinder Assembly 499425 Ring Set-Piston (.010" Oversize) 399269 Kit-Bushing/Seal 499426 Ring Set-Piston (.020" Oversize) 299819 • SeaI-Oil(MagnetoSide) 499427 Ring Set-Piston (.030" Oversize) 49_279 Sump-Engine 4,99428...
  • Page 43 BRIGGS & STRATrON 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 123K02-0183-E1 KL=Y PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 691650 Screw (Intake Manifold) 95162 Clamp-Hoea 497680 Starter*Rewind 691421 Housing-RewindStader 691340 Screw(Muffler) 692259 Rope-Stader (Cut to Length) 690340 Retainer-GovernorShaft 281434 Grip-Starter Rope 691308 Crank-Governor 690837 Screw (Rewind Starter) 270344 _...
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