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- Page 1 OWNER'S MODEL NUMBER 917o380330 _Assembly _Operation 4_aintenance a_ervice _Adjustments 4_epairParts ¢aufio.: Readand Follow all SafetyRules and Instructions BeforeOperating ThisEquipment I II II1'1 IIIIIIII I IIIIII1'1...
- Page 2 SAFETY RULES CAUTION: ALWAYS DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE PLACE WIRE WHERE IT CANNOT CONTACT SPARK PLUG TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL ',_, STARTING WHEN SETTING-UP, TRANSPORTING, ADJUSTING OR MAKING REPAIRS TO YOUR LAWN MOWER_ IMPORTANT FEDERAL REGULATIONS REQUIRE OPERATOR PRESENCE BLADE STOP CONTROLS TO MINIMIZE RISK OF BLADE CONTACT INJURY.
- Page 3 TWOYEARS LIMaTED W ARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN P OWER MOWER For two years from the date of purchase, when this Craftsman Lawn Mower is maintained, kJbricated and tuned- up according to the instructions in the owner's manual, Sears will repair, free of charge, any defect in material...
- Page 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES SERVICE ADJUSTMENT PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS t2,13 STORAGE SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES WARRANTY REPAIR PARTS-LAWN MOWER 16-17 LAWN MOWER AccESSoRIES REPAIR PARTS-ENGINE 18-21 ASSEMBLY TROUBLE SHOOTING OPERATION 6,7,8,9 PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE MAINTENANCE 10,11 ONDEX Adjustments: Handle: 18-2"/ Repair/Replacement Parts Carburetor Adiustment...
- Page 5 _ ........... ; .._-,_ ............_ ....J.._'_ ............_.--w_,_,_,r ,! ,r_ ..........AC(ES$ORIE$ These accessories were available when this lawn mower was produced. They are available at most Sears retail outlets, catalog and service centers° Most Sears stores can order repair parts for you, when you provide model...
- Page 6 KNOWYOURLAWNMOWER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER. Com- pare the illustrations with your Lawn Mower to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments_ Save this manual for future reference. I-_---OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL STARTER HANDLE ENGINE...
- Page 7 OPERATm HOW TO USEYOUR LAWNMOWER ENGINE SPEED CONTROL The engine speed is controlled by a lever (red knob) ENGINE SPEED CONTROL LEVE_ located on the left side of the engine. "HIGH" posi- tion is for starting engine, normal cutting and better grass bagging.
- Page 8 BEFORE S TARTfiIG ENG NI ................01L: Remove engine oil cap with dipstick (See Fig_ 5) and fill to the FULL line on the dipstick. Use one (1) pint or 0.5 titers of SAE 30 oil or equivalenL SAE lOW 30 oil can also be used.
- Page 9 MOWING TIPS For side discharge lawn mowers, cutting in a Under certain conditions, such as very tall grass, counter-clockwise direction, starting at the outside it may be necessary to raise the height of cut to of the area to be cut, spreads grass clippings more red_Jce pushing...
- Page 10 GENERAL RECOMMENDATUON o Once a year you should replace the spark plug, air filter and check blade for' wear. A new spark plug and air' filter assures proper air-fuel mixture and helps your engine run better and last longer, You should check all fasteners and be sure they are tight,...
- Page 11 GRASS C ATCHER (If Purchased As An Accessory) Check your grass catcher often damage deterioratiom Through normal use it will wear. If cat_ cher needs replacing, replace only with a manufac- turer approved replacement catcher from Sears. Give the lawn mower model number when ordering. NOTE: The catcher may be hosed with water, but must be dry when...
- Page 12 _RgURETOR If the discharge guard becomes damaged, it should Your carburetor has a non-adjustable fixed main jet for mixture control. If your engine does not operate be replaced. properly due to suspected carburetor problems, take ,i,, i,i1,1 IHIIIII your lawn mower to an authorized Sears Service Center for' repair and adjustment.
- Page 13 TO ADJUSTHANDLE Your lawn mower handle can be raised or lowered HIGH for your mowing comfort. Figs. 9A, 9B, IOA and lOB show the four (4) positions that are available: High, medium high, medium tow and Iow_ Handles shipped mounted in the medium tow position (See...
- Page 14 Your lawn mower' and engine should be prepared for off-season storage as follows: OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL LAWN MOWER UPPER HANI o Clean underside of lawn mower housing_ (See FOLD FORWARO "Cleaning" in maintenance section of manual..) FOR STORAGE Inspect and replace/sharpen blade, if required HANDLE...
- Page 15 SERVICE RECORD SCHEDUff SERVICE DATES Fili in dates as you complete reguiar service First Every Every Every Every Hours Hours Hours Hours 8lades Sharpened Blades Replaced Engine Oil Change ..Oil Check Engine Air Cleaner Spark Plug Replaced Lubricate Lawn Mower Cleaning Grass Catcher (if applicable) Muffler...
- Page 16 REPAIR PARTS CRAFTSMAN 20'" ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL 917.380330 Rev.
- Page 17 850863 Rear Baffle (Not Shown) Selector Spring 48216 77865 Selector Knob Lawn Mower Housing (Incl. Ref. 62335 Belleville Washer #40,54 & 55) 84921 Shoulder Bolt 3/8-16 750505 Engene - Craftsman (Source I43) Model 143,404082 (See Pages 18-21) Owner's Manual 750510...
- Page 19 C FTS AN ReI. Part Part Ref'° Part Name Part Name 35395 Spark Plug, Resistor (Champion Cylinder Asey (Incl. Nos. 2 8- 20) 35010 19LM or equivalent) 26727 Pin, Dowel 31672 Spring, Vafve 33734 Element, Breather 31673 Cap, Lower valve spring 34214A Breather Assy.
- Page 20 C FTS AN 4°CYCLE E NGINE MODEL: 143.404082 .ell Part Part Part Name Part Name 35822 i 310 Dipstick, Oil fill 33238D Gasket Set (lncl items marked ") 34o8o i 3!3 Spacer, Flywheel 65O898 Screw, washer shoulder, RPM Setting: 10-32 x 27/32 Low Speed: 2050 High Speed:...
- Page 21 CARBURETOR 632569 ] ReJ Part 5 _.._ Part Name 7_,@__ L632_ Carburetor i 631615 Shaft _f Lever Assy, Throttle Shutter, Throttle 631616 Screw, Throttle shutter 650506 631767 Spring, Throttle return Seal, Dust 631971 Washer, Flat 631184 632047 Primer Assy Plug, Welch 631027 Inlet Needle,...
- Page 22 NOTES...
- Page 23 ............... --_J_L[_ _rrr PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION ,i,,111,1 ,i ,, DOES NOT Dirty air filter Replace air filter START Out of gasoline Fill gasoline tank Stale gasoline Drain gas tank and refill with fresh Spark plug wire is disconnected gasoline from the spark plug Connect wire to spark plug Bad spark plug...
- Page 24 Roebuck and Co. Service C_enters and most Retail Stores, WHENORDERING REPAIR PARTS, A LWAYS GIVETHEFOLLOWING INFORMATION: * PRODUCT _ "ROTARY LAWNMOWER" * MODEL NUMBER - 917.380330 * ENGINE- CRAFTSMAN HOW TO ORDER MODELNO. 143.404082 REPAIR PARTS * PARTNUMBER * PARTDESCRIPTION...