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SEARS
®
MODEL NUMBER 917.379310
OWNER'S MANUAL
• Assembly
Operation
• Customer
Responsibilities
=Service
Adjustments
Repair Parts
Caution:
Read and Follow
all Safety Rules
and Instructions
Before Operating
This Equipment
159060
1.2.97
VBL
Printed in U.S,A.

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  • Page 1 SEARS ® MODEL NUMBER 917.379310 OWNER'S MANUAL • Assembly Operation • Customer Responsibilities =Service Adjustments Repair Parts Caution: Read and Follow all Safety Rules and Instructions Before Operating This Equipment 159060 1.2.97 Printed in U.S,A.

  • Page 2: Replacement

    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 MINIMIZE THE RISK OF INJURY.

  • 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: Table Of Contents

    TA LE OF CONTENTS _... _......-.._ __. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ........SAFETY RULES ............SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ......... PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ........STORAGE ..............;.. 15 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..... 3, 12-14 TROUBLESHOOTING ..........WARRANTY ..............REPAIR PARTS - LAWN MOWER ......18-22 ASSEMBLY ............

  • Page 5: Accessories

    LAWN MOWER ACCESSO These accessories were available when this lawn mower was produced. They are also available at moSt Sears retail outlets and se rvice centers. Most Sears stores can also order repair parts for you, when you provide the model number of your lawn mower, Some of these accessories may not apply to your lawn mower.

  • Page 6: Assembly

    ASSE Read these instructions and this manual in its entirety TO ASSEMBLE & ATTACH GRASS CATCHER before you attempt to assemble or operate your new lawn (See Figs. 3 & 4) mower. Your new lawn mower has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembfed Put grass catcher frame into grass bag with rigid part of for sh_pping purposes,...

  • Page 7: Engine Speed

    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 yoursetf with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. These symbols may appear on your fawn rnewer er in _iter_ture supplied with the product.

  • Page 8: Controls Drive Control

    OPERATION mask over :the spectacles or standard safety glasses. HOW TO USE YOUR LAWN MOWER OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROLBAR ENGINE SPEED (See Fig, 6) The engine speed is controlled by a lever located on the side of the engine. High• (4) position is for starting the engine, normal cutting, and better grass bagging.

  • Page 9: Engine Speed Control

    OPERATION Pour oil slowly. Do not over fill. TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT (See Fig. 9} Check oil level before each use. Add oil if needed. Fill Raise wheels for low cut and lower wheels for high cut. to full line on dipstick. Adjust cutting height to suit your requirements.

  • Page 10: Mowing Tips

    OPERATION MOWING TiPS MAX 1/3 • Under certain conditions, such as very ta!l grass, itmay be necessary to raise the height of cut to reduce pushing effort and to keep from overloading the engine and leaving clumps of grass clippings. •...

  • Page 11: Service

    OUSTO RESPON ILITi FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE SERVICE DATES REGULAR SERVICE Check for Loose Fasteners Cleani_nspect Gra:ss Catcher (if Equipped) Clean Lawn Mower Clean Under Drive Cover (Power:Propelled Mowers) Check drive beft/pulleys .(Power-PropeI_ed Mowers) ChecWSharpen/RepIace Blade Lubrication Chart Clean BattepiiRecharge Electric Start Mowers)

  • Page 12: Drive Wheels

    CUSTO ILITIES LAWN MOWER CRANK- BLADE Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- SHAFT KEYWAY nance. TIRES Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemi- BLADE cals which can harm rubber. Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and other hazards that may cause tire damage.

  • Page 13: Air Filter

    CUSTOM RESPO L|T ES ENGINE LUBRICATION Use only high quality detergent oi! rated with AP[ service classification SF or SG..._etvct the o t s SAE v scos ty grade according to your expected operating temperature. SAE VISCOSF_ GRADES CONTAINER FIG. 14 r -20 _ 0"...
  • Page 14 SERVIC AND ADJUSTIVi CAUT|ON: 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 TO ADJUST CUTTING...

  • Page 15: Mower

    STORAGE Immediately prepare your lawn mower for storage at the ENGINE end of the'season or if the unit will not be used for30 days FUEL SYSTEM or more. iMPORTANT: iT IS IMPORTANT PREVENT LAWN MOWER DEPOSITS FROM FORMING ESSENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER,...

  • Page 16: Handle Height

    TROU LESHOOTING POINTS CAUSE _ROBLEM CORRECTION • • Does not start Dirty air filter. Clean/replace air filter. Out of fuel. Fill fuel tank_ Stale fuel; Drain tank and refiil with fresh Clean fuel. Drain fuel tank and carburetorand refill tank with fresh Water in fuel.
  • Page 17 SERVICE NOTES...
  • Page 18 REPAIR PARTS ROTARY LAWN MOWE R MODEL NUMBER 917.379310 • 24- 26...

  • Page 19: Handle

    133190X479 Discharge Baffle 132001 Rope Guide Rear Baffle 140661X479 Debris Shield 134612 Screw 150050 Engine (See Breakdown) 51793 Hairpin Cotter Craftsman 143.976610 Rear Skirt 140540 155890 Foam Grip 150425 Mulcher Plug 159060 OwneCs Manual 85543 Engine Pulley 87677 HFPro Key #505...
  • Page 20 REPAIR PARTS ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917.37931...
  • Page 21 REPAIR PARTS ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917.379310 DESCRiPTiON PART DESCRiPTiON PART 701037 Selector Knob 48385 Drive Head Kit 152903 Drive Cover Decal 148312 Drive Control 143603 Hex Washer Head Screw #10_24 x 3/4 63601 Locknut #10-24 Hex Washer Head Screw !/4-20 x 2.12 144929 154990 Drive Cover...
  • Page 22 REPAIR PARTS ROTARY LAWN MOWER - = MODEL NO. 917,379310 GEAR CASE ASSEMBLY PART NUMBER 702511 17 7\ PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 700343 Bushing 17490416 Tapping Screw 1/4-20 x 1-1/4 86447 Plug 137055X004 Engagement Bracket 137050 Helical Gear Shifter 137053 750436X Clutch Jaw 4 57072...
  • Page 23 CRAFTSMAN 4..CYCLE ENGINE MODEL N UMBER 1 43.976610 301 300 263Af _2s7 370A 261 \ 151A I g5 187A...
  • Page 24 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL N UMBER 1 43.976610 KEY PART NO. NO, DESCRBPTtON 36177 Cylinder (incl. 2,t0,12,20 & I25) 27652 Dowel Pin DESCRIPTION 36059 Breather Eiement 36005A * Breather Cover & Gasket 190 36013 Brake Lever Ass'y. 590568 Screw, 10-24 x 3/4"...
  • Page 25 CRAFTSMAN 4=CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 1 43o976610 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRiPTiON 640020 Carburetor (IncL 187B & 239 of Engine Parts List) 632539 Throttle Shaft & Lever Assembly 632593 Dust Seal 632541 Throttle Shutter 650506 Throttle Shutter Screw 632675A Float Bowl...
  • Page 26 lilRll OWNER'S 6.6 HORSEPOWER 22" AN AL POWER PROPELLED ROTARY LAWN MOWER Each lawn mower has its own model number. Each en- gine has its own model number. The mode! number for your lawn mower will be found on a MODEL NO, decal attached to the rear of the tawnmower housing.

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