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CRAFTS[MAN +
5.5 HORSEPOWER
20" CAST CONVERTIBLE
ROTARY LAWN MOWER
Model No,
917.387070
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Safety
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Assembly
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Operation
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Maintenance
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Espahol
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Repair Parts
CAUTION:
Read and follow all
Safety Rules and Instructions
before operating this equipment
For answersto your
questionsabout this product:
Call 7 am--7 pm, Mon--Sat;
Sun, 10 am--7 pm
1-800-235-5878
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
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- Page 1 __-_ Owner's Manual CRAFTS[MAN + 5.5 HORSEPOWER 20" CAST CONVERTIBLE ROTARY LAWN MOWER Model No, 917.387070 • Safety • Assembly • Operation • Maintenance • Espahol • Repair Parts For answersto your questionsabout this product: Call 7 am--7 pm, Mon--Sat; Sun, 10 am--7 pm 1-800-235-5878 CAUTION:...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
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 in use in the united states. -
Page 3: Operation
, Checkfueltank beforestartingengine. • Never cut grass by pulling the mower Do notfill gastankindoors, w henthe towards you. Mow across the face of engineis runningorwhenthe engineis slopes, never up and down or you hot. Allowthe engineto cool might lose your footing. Do not mow for several minutes before filling the gas tank. - Page 4 Theseaccessories w ereavailable when can also order repair parts for you, when this lawnmower w asproduced.They you provide the model number of your also available at most Sears retail outlets lawn mower. Some of these accessories and service centers. Most Sears stores may not apply to your lawn mower.
- Page 5 HOWTO SET UPYOUR LAWN Read these instructions and this manual in MOWER its entirety before you attempt to assemble TO UNFOLD HANDLE or operate your new lawn mower. Your new lawn mower has bden assembled IMPORTANT: Unfold handle carefully so the factory with the exception of those as not to pinch or damage control cables.
- Page 6 KNOWYOUR 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 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, Learn and understand their meaning.
- Page 7 LowerWheels _IOWTO USEYOUR LAWN MOWER For High Cut ENGINE SPEED CONTROL lhe engine speed is controlled by a lever ocated on the side of the engine. Fast _osition is for starting engine, normal :utting and better grass bagging. Slow Raise Wheels _osition is for light cutting, trimming and _uel economy.
- Page 8 BEFORE STARTING ENGINE TO START ENGINE Your lawn mower is shipped without oil in • To start a cold engine, push primer five the engine. (5) times before trying to start. Use a • Be sure mower is level and area around firm push.
- Page 9 MULCHING MOWINGTIPS the lawn mower one wheel adjuster setting higher than the front. IMPORTANT: F orbestperformance, keep Certain types of grass and grass mowerhousing free of built-upgrassand trash.Cleanunderside of mowerhousing conditions may require that an area be mulched a second time to completely after each use, See "Cleaning"...
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Page 10: Maintenance Schedule
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES .AINTENANCESC.EO.' F ILL IN DATES J__(_"_/_#'_ s .v,c AsYOU COMPLETE O_ _-_ _'3 _ Check for Loose Fasteners Cleardlnspect Grass Catcher (ff Equipped) M CleanLawnMower Clean Under Drive Cover (Power-Propelled Mowers) Check drive belt/pulleys RE {Power.Prapelled Mowers) Check/Sharpen/R eplace Blade I_ 3 Lubrication Chert Clean Batterj/Recharge... -
Page 11: Product Specifications
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS MODEL NUMBER 917.387070 SERIAL NUMBER DATE OF PURCHASE HORSEPOWER: DISPLACEMENT: 11.5 CU, IN, GASOLINE CAPACITY/TYPE: 1.5 QUARTS UNLEADED REGULAR OIL TYPE (API-SF/SG/SH): SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (BELOW 32°F) OIL CAPACITY: 20 OZS. SPARK PLUG(GAP: .030") CHAMPION RJ19L VALVECLEARANCE: INTAKE:... - Page 12 • Be sure the trailing edge of blade (opposite sharp edge) is up toward the engine. • Install the blade bolt with the lock washer and hardened washer into blade TEMpERAtURE R_NQI adapter and crankshaft. Change the oil after every 25 hours of •...
- Page 13 Collar CAUTION: Disconnect spark plug wire Clip from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with the spark plug. Clockwise To Remove • Turn lawn mower on its side. Make sure Slot air filter and carburetor are up. Clean the underside of your lawn mower by Air Filter Turn Clockwise...
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Page 14: Storage
• To change from medium low to low position, only the lower handle section High will have to be turned over. ENGINE CARBURETOR Your carburetor has a non-adjustable fixed main jet for mixture control. If your engine does not operate properly due to sus- pected carburetor problems, take your Lower lawn mower to an authorized Sears... -
Page 15: Troubleshooting
ENGINE CYLINDER FUEL SYSTEM • Remove spark plug, • Pour one ounce (29 ml) of oil through iMPORTANT: It is important to prevent spark plug hole into cylinder. gum deposits from forming in essential fuel • Pull starter handle slowly a few times to system parts such as carburetor, fuel filter, distribute oil. - Page 16 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART .'AUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM Lossof power • Rear of lawn mower housing • Set to"Higher Cut" or cutting blade dragging position. in heavy grass. ,, Cutting too much grs.se. • Set to 'l-ligher Cut" position. • Dirty air filter. •...
- Page 18 ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NO. 917.387070...
- Page 19 88348 FlatWasher 3/8 850263 STD512505 851084 Hex Head Machine Screw 3/8-24 x 1/4 Grd. 8 Hex Head Self Tapping Screw 1/4-20 x Engine - ( See Breakdown) Craftsman ¢o Model 143.975506 750157 Support Rod 140540 Rear Deflector 152904 Decal 87584X004...
- Page 20 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.9755_r__ _,t370K ,370A...
- Page 21 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.975506 PART PART DESCRIP_ON DESCRIPTION 36478A Cylinder (Incl. 2,7,20 & 125) 189650839 Screw, 114-20x 3/8" 26727 Dowel Pin 19136589 S.E. Brake Bracket(Incl. 195) 33734 Breather Element 195610973 Terminal 36557 Breather Ass_/. (Incl.6 & 12A) 20035727 Control Bracket(Incl.
- Page 22 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.975506 PART DESCRIPTION 632747 Carburetor (IocL 184 of Engine Parts List) 631616 ThrottleShaft & Lever Assembly 631767 Throttle Return Spring 631164 Dust Seal Washer 631163 Dust Seal (Throttle) 632504 Throttle Shutter 650506 ShutterScrew 631807 Fuel Fitting...
- Page 24 For the repair or replacement parts you need delivered directly to your home Call 7 am - 7 pm, 7 days a week 1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278) Para ordenar piezas con entrega domicilio - 1-800-659-7084 For in-house major brand repair service Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 1-800-4-REPAIR (1-800-473-7274) Para pedir servicio de reparaci6n...