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- Page 1 ® MODEL NUMBER 917.377250 MANUAL OWNER'S o Assembly o Operation o Customer Responsibilities Service Adjustments o Repair Parts Caution: Read and Follow all Safety Rules and Instructions Before Operating This Equipment 156526 01.11,97 Printed in U,S.A, llllli...
- Page 2 SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Walk-Behind Mowers IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. SAFETY STANDARDS REQUIRE OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROLS TO M1NIMIZE THE RiSK OF INJURY.
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Page 3: Capacity
Sears will repair free of charge any defect in material or workmanship. If this Craftsman Lawn Mower is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase°... - Page 4 ..i,,,llllll,ii ,i,ii, l,,i ,,,i ,ill TABLE OF CONTENTS ......i,,mNi,i i MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ........SAFETY RULES ............PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ........SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ......CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..... 3, 11-13 STORAGE ..............WARRANTY ..............TROUBLESHOOTING ..........ASSEMBLY ..............REPAIR PARTS - LAWN MOWER ......18-21 OPERATION ..............
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Page 5: Accessories
LAWN MOWER ACCESSORIES ..i,i ..ilqll .., ..........These accessories were avaiiable when this lawn mower was produced, 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 n umber of your lawn mower. -
Page 6: Assembly
... = ,,,= ,,,,mH ¸ ASSEMBLY Read these instructions and this manual ir_ its entirety OPERATOR PRESENCE before you attempt to assemble or operate your new lawn CONTROL mower.. Your new lawn mower has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled UPPER HANDLE for shipping purposes. - Page 7 OPERATION KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER° Compare the illustrations with your lawn mower to familiarize yourself with the rocation of various controls and adjustments. Save this manuaF for future reference. These symbols may appear on your lawn mower o1"in literature supplied...
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Page 8: Operator' Presence Control Bar
OPERATION , i,, 9,,,r i ..ii,,,r, i'1- MI"_ Ir'r'l" i,i ,i,i ,, r i,,,,,11,11 ..HIll ,r,,i 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 The operation of any lawn mower'can result in for eign objects thrown into the eyes, which can mask over the spectacles or standard... -
Page 9: Mower
OPERATBON GAS (See Fig. 8) TO EMPTY GRASS CATCHER (See Fig. 7) Fill fuel tank,. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded • To remove grass catcher, release operator presence gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane, Do not mix oii control bar to stop engine° with gasoline. -
Page 10: Type
_jl_= ,, ,,i,i ..---,..._, ,11, "1 ............ i,,,,, OPERATUO ..,1111 ....... ii1,11,1 iiiiiii ,i,ii ,i,1,1 ..i ...... Hill +MOWHNG THPS MULCHING MOWING TIPS Under certain conditions, such asverytall grass, it may IMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP MOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND be necessary to raise the height of cut to reduce... -
Page 11: Lawn Mower
CUSTO IRESPONSIIBtUTmlES • AS YOU COMPLETE /_<_:k%_<d"_ _" REGULAR S ERV!CE ..iiii ........ii .,i ... ii,€_eci_fori_'£ose Fa,Steners i..Clean/inspect Grass Catcher (If Equipped) y___,.___ ..,.-.i&ft , ,Clean Lawn Mower Clean Under Drive Cover (Power-Propelled Mowers) Check drive belt/pulleys (Power-Propelled Mowers) -
Page 12: Replacement
BLADE ., CRANK_ ADAPTER /" SHAFT Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- "_ KEYWAY nance_ TIRES • Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or' insect control chemi- cals which can harm rubber. Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and other hazards that may cause tire damage. -
Page 13: Service
CUSTOMER ESPONS BnLmTHES ENGUNE LUBRICATION Use only high quality detergent oi! rated with API service classification SF or SGo Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature. SAE VISCOSITY GRADES .20_ 30 _ 32_ 40 _ 60 •... -
Page 14: Drive Belt
S!ERVBCE AN ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Release control bar. 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 UPPER... -
Page 15: Adjustments Carburetor
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST HANDLE (See Figs. 16 thru 18) SHrPPING POSITION Your lawn mower handle can be raised or lowered for your MEDIUM LOW MEDIUM HIGH mowing comfort. Four (4) positions are available: high, medium high, medium low and iow., Handles are shipped mounted in the medium low position •... -
Page 16: Sto Rage
.,I,,,,,=,,=........ i1= ....... I,=M,= STORAGE Immediately prepare your lawn mower for storage at the ENGINE end of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days FUEL SYSTEM or' more° IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS FROM FORMING... -
Page 17: Handle Height
TROUBLESHOOTDNG POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Does not start Dirty air filter Clean/replace air filter Out of fuel Fill fuel tank Stale fuet Drain tank and refill with fresh clean fuel Water in fuel Drain fuel tank and carburetorand refill tank with fresh gasoline Spark plug wire is disconnected, Connect wire to plug,...