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Craftsman 917.377961 Owner's Manual

6.75 horsepower 21 multi-cut power propelled rotary lawn mower
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Owner's Manual
rRAFTSMAN °
6.75 HORSEPOWER
21
MULTI-CUT
POWER PROPELLED
ROTARY LAWN MOWER
Model No.
917.377961
•
Safety
•
Assembly
•
Operation
•
Maintenance
•
Espa_ol
•
Repair Parts
CAUTION:
Read and follow all
Safety Rules and Instructions
before operating this equipment
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
Visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.com/craftsman

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  • Page 1 917.377961 • Safety • Assembly • Operation • Maintenance • Espa_ol • Repair Parts CAUTION: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 Visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.com/craftsman...
  • Page 2 Back Covel LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN POWER MOWER For two years from date of purchase, when this Craftsman Lawn Mower is maintained, lubricated, and tuned up according to the operating and maintenance instructionsin the owner's manual, Sears will repair free of charge any defect in material or workmanship.

  • Page 3: Operation

    • Never cutgrass by pullingthe mower • _ fuel tank beforestartingengine. Do towardsyou. Mow acrossthe face of notfillgas tank indoors,when the engineis slopes, never up and downor you might runningor when the engine is hot. Allowthe loseyourfooting. Do notmow excessively engine to coolfor several minutesbefore steep slopes.

  • Page 4: Lawn Mower

    'are not shipped with your mower. They are alsoavailableat most Sears retailoutletsand service centers. Most Sears storescan alsoorderrepair partsforyou, when you providethe model numberof your lawn mower. Some of these accessoriesmay notapplyto yourlawn mower. LAWN MOWER PERFORMANCE CUPPING DEFLECTOR FOR REAR DISCHARGE LAWN MOWERS MULCHER KITS STABILIZER eRASSCATCHERS...
  • Page 5 TO INSTALL ATTACHMENTS • Your handlesmay be adjusted for your mowing comfort. Refer to Service and Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be used as a mulcher. To convert to bagging Adjustments section of this manual. or discharging; See OPERATION section of this manual.
  • Page 6 K_IOW YOUR LAWN MOWER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAl_AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR LAWt MOWER. Compare the illustrations withyour lawn mowerto familiarize yourself withthe tocatJon of variouscontrolsand adjustments.Save this manualforfuture reference. These symbols may appear on your lawn mower or in literature supplied with the product.

  • Page 7: To Convert Mower

    TO OPERATE DRIVE SYSTEM operationof any lawn mowercan resultin foreignobjectsthrowninto the eyes, whichcan • With engine running, select ground resultin severe eye damage. Alwayswear speed by moving speed control lever to safetyglassesor eye shieldswhile operating desired position. your lawn moweror performingany adjust- •...

  • Page 8: Before Starting Engine

    TO ATTACH GRASS CATCHER SIMPLE STEPS TO REMEMBER • Uft the rear door of l_e lawn mower and WHEN CONVERTING YOUR LAWN place the grass catcher frame hooks into MOWER the slots of the re_ door. FOR MULCHING - • The grass catcher is secured to the lawn mower housing when the rear door is •...

  • Page 9: To Start Engine

    • Check oil level before each use. Add oil if TO START ENGINE needed. Fill "to full line on dipstick. • To start a coldengine, pushprimerthree • To read proper level, tighten engine oil cap (3) times beforeWing to start. Use a firm each time.

  • Page 10: Mowing Tips

    MOWINGTIPS MULCHING MOWING TIPS • For most cuttingconditionsand bettor IMPORTANT: For bestperformance,keep begging performance,the engine speed mowor housingfree of built-upgrass and shouldbe set in the fast position. trash.See "Cleaning"in MAINTENANCE • Under certainconditions,such as when seclionof this manuel. mowingvery tall grass, raisethe mower •...

  • Page 11: General Recommendations

    MA, NTENANCE SC.EDULE F, LL,. AS YOU COMPLETE O_"_L _ _',_ REGULAR SERVICE Check for Loo6e Fasteners Clean/Inspect Grass Catcher (If Equipped) Clean Lawn Mower Clean Under Drive Cover Check drive belt/pulleys (Power-Propelled Mowers) (Power-PropelledMowers) Check/Sharpen/Replace Blade LubricationChart Clean Battery/Recharge IElectric Start Mowers) NE Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil...

  • Page 12: Specifications

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS MODEL NUMBER 917.377961 SERIAL NUMBER DATE OF PURCHASE HORSEPOWER: 6.75 GASOLINE CAPACITY/TYPE: 1.5 QUARTS UNLEADED REGULAR OILTYPE (API-SF/SG/SH): SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°I=) •SAE 5W-30 (BELOW 32°1:) OIL CAPACITY: 27 OZS. SPARK PLUG(GAP: •030") CHAMPION RJ19LM or J19LM VALVE CLEARANCE: INTAKE: .004 - .008 EXHAUST:...
  • Page 13 TO SHARPEN BLADE or drive wheel gear teeth. NOTE: We do not recommend • If you remove the drive pinions, wipe clean with dry cloth. Reassemble dry. sharpening blade - but if you do, be sure Do not lubricate. Do not use oil or the blade is balanced.

  • Page 14: Air Filter

    Checkthecrankcase o il level before starting the engine and alter each five (5) hours of continuous use. "13ghtenoil plug securely each Air filter cover time you check the oil level. TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL Cover knob NOTE: Before tipping lawn mower to drain oil, drain fuel tank by running engine until fuel tank is empty.

  • Page 15: Rear Deflector

    _CAUTION" BEFORE PERFORMING Handle pin ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Med. • Release control bar and stop engine. 3-position Make sure the blade and all moving Handle parts have completely stopped. adjustment Disconnect spark plug wire from bracket spark plug and place where it cannot come in contact with plug.

  • Page 16: Engine Oil

    Immediately prepareyour lawnmowerfor ENGINE storageat the end ofthe seasonor ifthe unit FUELSYSTEM willnot be usedfor 30 days or more. IMPORTANT: It isimportant to preventgum LAWN MOWER deposits from forming in essentialfuel system When lawnmower isto be storedfor a period partssuchas carburetor, f oal filter,fuel hose, or tank during storage.

  • Page 17: Troubleshooting

    IMPORTANT: Never cover mower while _]bCAUTION: Never store the lawn engine and exhaust areas are still warm. mower with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.
  • Page 18 TROUBLESH( OTING CHART !PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Grass catcher Cutting height too low. 1. Raise cutting height. not filling Lift on blade worn off. Replace blade. (If so equippe_ Catcher not venting air, 3. Clean grass catcher. Hard to push Grass is too high or 1.

  • Page 19: Service Notes

    SERVICE NOTES...
  • Page 20 ROTARY LAWN MOWER-- MODEL NO. 917.377961 25 5...
  • Page 21 ROTARY LAWN MOWER-- MODEL NO. 917.377961 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 169294 Grass Catcher Bag 167163 Handle, Upper DIx Comf. (Includes Grip) 161358 Grass Catcher Frame 161105X479 Handle, Lower 85463 Danger Decal 131036 Bail, Cont. Wire DIx Comf. BIk 144929 Screw 132001 Guide, Rope, Side 751152...
  • Page 22 ROTARY LAWN MOWER -- MODEL NO. 917.377961 "29...
  • Page 23 ROTARY LAWN MOWER-- MODEL NO. 917.377961 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Retainer Drive Asm. Strop. 166047 Speed Co_rol 161118X004 Bail ControlDrive 57808 Screw Hex Head Tapping 1/4-20 x .75 167259 Drive Pawl 54583 Screw 170011 17005o DriveCable 166450 Pinion, Drive RH Washer CoverDrive 52160...
  • Page 24 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.996710...
  • Page 25 MODEL NUMBER 143.996710 _I::IAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION LowerValve Spdng Cap 36177 Cylinder (Incl. 2,10,12,20 31673 Intake Valve Seal & 125) 151A 4O016A DoweIPin 27234A 27652 * Valve SpringBox Gasket BreatherElement 32755 36059 Valve SpringBox Cover Screw, 10-24 x 3/4" 30200 Screw, 10-24 x 9/16"...
  • Page 26 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.996710 I1_37 _-3s 37& PART DESCRIPTION 640(_0A (Incl. 187B & 239 of Engine Parts List) 632539 Throttle Shaft & Lever Assembly 6325g3 Dust Seai 632541 Throttle Shutter 65O5O6 Throttle Shutter Screw 632773 Ventud 632675A Float Bow1...
  • Page 27 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.996710 PART DESCRIPTION Recoil Starter 590702 590599A Spring Pin (Incl. 4) 59O6OO Washer Reta'tner 5,90696 Washer 580601 590697 BrakeSpring 59O698 Starter Dog 59O699 Dog Spring 590700 Pulley& Rewind Spring Ass'y. 590703 Starter Rousing Ass'y. (40 degreegrommet) 590535 Starter Rope ( 98"...
  • Page 30 For in-home major brand repair service: Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 1-800-4-MY-HOME S" (1-800-469-4663) Para pedir servicio de reparacibn a domicilio 1-800-676-5811 In Canada for all your service and parts needs call Au Canada pour tout le servic.e ou les pi_ces 1-800-665-4455 For the repair or replacement parts you need: Call 6 am - 11 pm CST, 7 days a week...

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