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Craftsman 917.378460 Owner's Manual

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JCRAFTSMAN'J
ROTARY LAWN MOWER
6.5 Horsepower
21" Rear Discharge
Model No.
917.378460
CAUTION:
Read and follow all
Safety Rules and Instructions
before operatingthis equipment
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman

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  • Page 1 Owner's Manual JCRAFTSMAN'J ROTARY LAWN MOWER 6.5 Horsepower 21" Rear Discharge Model No. 917.378460 CAUTION: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operatingthis equipment Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman...
  • Page 2 Warranty service is available by returning the Craftsman power mower to the nearest Sears Service Center/Department in the United States. This warranty applies only while this product is used in the United States.

  • Page 3: General Operation

    I.GENERAL OPERATION • Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when • Read, understand, and follow all operating mower. instructions on the machine and in the II. SLOPE OPERATION manual(s) before starling. 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: Lawn Mower Maintenance

    • Never run a machine inside a closed • Stop and inspect the equipment if you area. strike an object. Repair, if necessary, • Never make adjustments or repairs before restarting. with the engine (motor) running. • Never attempt to make wheel height Disconnect the spark plug wire, and adjustments...
  • Page 5 Read these instructions and this manual Operator control bar in its entirety before you attempt to assemble or operate your new lawn Upper handl, mower. IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is LIFT shipped WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE the engine. Your new lawn mower has been as- sembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled Mowing...

  • Page 6: Know Your Lawn Mower

    KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND 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 literature supplied with the product•...

  • Page 7: Drive Control

    Operator i_resence 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...

  • Page 8: To Start Engine

    TO EMPTYGRASSCATCHER ADD GASOLINE • Fill fuel tank to bottom of tank filler 1. Lift up on grass catcher using the frame handle. neck. Do not overfill. Use fresh, clean, Remove grass catcher with clippings regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane.

  • Page 9: To Stop Engine

    MULCHING MOWING TIPS 4. Turn electric start key clockwise crank engine. IMPORTANT: For best performance, IMPORTANT: Do not crank engine more keep mower housing free of built-up than five continous seconds between grass and trash. See "CLEANING" in the each time you try to start. Wait 5 to 10 Maintenance section of this manual.

  • Page 10: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ____ FILL IN DATES /__--_. REGO R SERV,CE ---'"'- Check for Loose Fasteners Clean/Inspect Grass Catcher clean Lawn Mower (If Equipped) V '_ v" (Power-Propelled Mowers) Clean Under Drive Cover Check drive belt/pulleys Power-Propelled Mowers) Check]Sharpen/Replace Blade Lubrication Chart Clean Battery/Recharge tEleclde Start Mowers t E Check EnQine Oil Level...

  • Page 11: Specifications

    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.
  • Page 12 GRASS CATCHER NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 el, _ improve starting in • The grass catcher may be hosed with cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils water, but must be dry when used. • Check your grass catcher often for will result in increased oil consumption when used above 32°F.
  • Page 13 SPARK PLUG TO CLEAN AIR FILTER 1. Loosen screw and tilt cover to remove. Replace spark plugs at the beginning of 2. Carefully remove cartridge. each mowing season or after every 100 3. Clean by gently tapping on a flat hours of operation, whichever occurs first, surface.
  • Page 14 TO REMOVE DRIVE BELT 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 3. Remove blade. 4. Remove debris shield.
  • Page 15 CARBURETOR IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the engine governor, which is factory set for Your carburetor is not adjustable. If your proper engine speed. Overspeeding the 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

    BATTERY • Never use engine or carburetor cleaner 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...
  • Page 17 TROUBLESHOOTING - See appropriate section in manual unless directed to a Sears Service Center. PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION 1. Rear of lawn mower Loss of power 1. Set to "Higher Cut" housing or cutting blade position. dragging in heavy grass. 2. Cutting too much grass. 2.
  • Page 18 Contratapa GARANT[A LIMITADA DE DOS AIqOS PARA LA SEGADORA A MOTOR CRAFTSMAN Por dos (2) afios, a partir de la fecha de compra, cuando esta Segadora Craftsman mantenga, lubdque y afine seg0n las instrucciones para la operaci6n y el mantenimiento en el manual del duefio, Sears reparara 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 accidentes ocurren con mas frecuencia completamente con los controles y el uso en las cuestas. Estos accidentes ocurren correcto de la maquina. Para esto, debe leer debido a resbaladas o cafdas, las cuales y comprender todas las instrucciones que pueden resultar en graves lesiones.
  • Page 20 • Nunca haga funcionar una m_.quina dentro • Pare e inspeccione el equipo si le pega a un de un &rea cerrada. objeto. Reparelo, si es necesario, antes de • Nunca haga ajustes o reparaciones hacerlo arrancar. mientras el motor este en marcha. •...
  • Page 21 Lea estas instrucciones y el manual Barra de control c la presencia 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 Inferior Su segadora nueva ha sido montada en la LEVANTAR...
  • Page 22 LEA ESTE MANUAL DEL DUENO Y LAS REGLAS DE SEGURIDAD ANTES DE OPERAR SU SEGADORA. Compare las ilustraciones con su segadora para familiarizarse con ia ubicacion de los diversos controles y ajustes. Guarde este manual para referencia en el futuro. Estos simbolos pueden apareser sobre su segadora o en la literatura proporcionada con el producto.
  • Page 23 La operaci6n de cualquier Barra de control que exige la presencia del operador segadora puede hacer que _.\\_"'_ Control -k_ /_ "_ \"_'kdelaim- salten obietos extrafios dentro de sus ojos, Io que puede producir dafios graves en estos. Siempre use anteojos de seguridad protecci6n para los ojos mientras opere su segadora...
  • Page 24 AGREGUE GASOLINA PARA VACIAR EL RECOGEDOR • Llene el estanque de combustible hasta la ClaSPED parte inferior del cuello de relleno del 1. Levante el recogedor de c_sped usando el estanque de gasolna. No Io lene mango del bastidor. demasiado. Use gasolina regular, sin Remueva el recogedor de c6sped, con los plomo, nueva y limpia con el minimo de 87 recortes, de debajo del mango de la...
  • Page 25 Mueva la palanca de control de • Mantenga la parte superior del motor, aceleraci6n del motor a la posici6n de alrededor del arrancador, despejada y sin R,_PIDO. recortes de cesped y paja. Esto ayudara el Sujete la barra de control que exige la flujo del aire del motor y extender,, su duracion.
  • Page 26 P.oo.,., OOEOOMP'ETES0SE.V,O,OREGU . FEe''° Revisar si hay sujetadores sueltos Limpiar/inspeccionar el recogedor de c_sped (si viene equipado) IJmpiar la segadora Limpiar debajo de la cubierta de la trans- misi6n (segadoras con poder propulsor) sadas tse_adoras con poder propulsor I Revisar las ¢orreas y las Ix)leas irnpul- Revisar o/afilar/cambiar la cuchilla Tabla de lubricaci6n Limpiar la bateria/recargar...

  • Page 27: Especificaciones

    ESPECIFICACIONES DEL PRODUCTO ' N_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 Capacidad de aceite: 20 onzas Bujia (abertura: .030") Champion RJ19LM o J19LM Torsi6n...
  • Page 28 RECOGEDOR DE C_:SPED AVlSO: A pesar de que los aceites de • El recogedor de c_sped puede ser rociado multiviscosidad (5W30, 10W30, etc.) mejoran con el agua de la manguera pero tiene que el arranque en clima frio, estos aceites de multiviscosidad van ha aumentar el consumo estar seco cuando se Maya a usar.
  • Page 29 BUJiAS PARA LIMPIAR EL FILTRO DE AIRE Cambie las bujfas al comienzo de cada Suelte el tornillo e incline la cubierta para removedo. temporada de siega o despues de cada 100 Cuidadosamente, remueva el cartucho. horas de operacion, Io que suceda primero. El Limpielo golpeandolo suavemente...
  • Page 30 PARA REMOVER LA CORREA DE IMPULSION Remueva la cubierta de la impulsi6n. Remueva la correa empujando hacia 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 hacia arriba.
  • Page 31 CARBURADOR IMPORTANTE: Nunca manipule el regulador Su carburador no es ajustable. Si su motor no del motor, el que ha sido ajustado en la fabrica esta funcionando en forma adecuada debido a para ta velocidad del motor adecuada. Puede problemas que se sospecha vienen del ser peligroso hacer funcionar el motor a una...

  • Page 32: Solucion De Problemas

    • Nunca use los productos para limpieza del Tire la manilla de arranque lentamente carburador odel motor en el estanque de unas cuantas veces para distribuir el aceite. combustible pues se pueden producir da5os permanentes. Cambie por una bujfa nueva. •...
  • Page 33 SOLUCION DE PROBLEMAS - Vea la seccion apropiada en el manual amenos estd dirigido a un centro de servico Sears. PROBLEMA CAUSA CORRECCI(_N Falta de fuerza Acumulacion de c6sped, Limpie la parte inferior de la (continuado) hotas o basura debajo caja de la segadora.
  • Page 34 CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.378460 33 29...
  • Page 35 CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.378460 PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 181472X479 Upper Handle 165912 Bolt 175245X479 Lower Handle 164265 Handle Grip, Foam 180955 Control Bar 176185 Washer, Step 133107 Engine Zone Control Cable 176235 Nut, Push...
  • Page 36 CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.378460...
  • Page 37 CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.378460 K_--Y PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 179681 Control Cable Assembly 178843 DriveCover 751152 Locknut #10-24 132010 Hex Flange Nut 158755 Hex Washer Head Screw 1/4-20 x 2.12 137052 Drive Pulley 175436 V-Belt...
  • Page 38 CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER -- MODEL NUMBER 917.378460 GEAR CASE ASSEMBLY-- PART NUMBER 175258 PART DESCRIPTION 17490416 Tapping Screw 1/4-20 x 1-1/4 175248X004 Engagernent Bracket 137053 Shifter 57072 Seal 49373 Gear Case Halves Kit (Includes Key Numbers 4 and 7)
  • Page 39 BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 123K07-0184-E1 [1019 LABEL KIT] 307_...
  • Page 40 BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 123K07-O184-E1 _88_ 621 _,_ 977 CARBURETOR GASKET SET 365_ 276_ 276_ 127_ ! 13o o5_/I 21 C:ARRIIRETOR NVFRHALIL 276_...
  • Page 41 BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 123K07-O184-E1 3091 969 | 742 _ _,_ 661, 1160_ 513 _) 783A • 8o1_ J.J J m < 803_ 310_ 653_602 _ , ¢ 1211 689 O 456 _ 597 (_ 11036 EMISSIONS LABEL I...
  • Page 42 BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 123K07-0184-E1 358 ENGINE GASKET SET 3© 20 _ 842_ 524 _ _',,,,__ 334'_ 505 _ 616_ KIEY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 499425 697322 Cylinder Assembly Ring Set-Piston (Standard) 499426 399269 Kit-Bushing/Seal Ring Set-Piston (.010" Oversize) 499427 299819 •...
  • Page 43 BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 123K02-0183-E1 PART PARr DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 691650 Screw (Intake Manifold) 95162 Clamp-Hose 497680 Starter-Rewind 691421 Housing-Rewind Starter 692259 Rope-Starter (Cut to Length) 691340 Screw(Muffler) 690340 Retainer-Governor Shaft 281434 Grip-Starter Rope 691308 Crank-Governor 690837 Screw (Rewind Starter) 691108 Screw (Flywheel Guard) 270344 .O$ SeaI-O Ring (Intake Manifold)
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