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Owner's Manual
CRIIFTSHAN
5.0 HORSEPOWER
22" REAR DISCHARGE
POWER PROPELLED
ROTARY LAWN MOWER
Model No.
917.377523
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Safety
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Assembly
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Operation
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Maintenance
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Espafiol
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Repair Parts
CAUTION:
Read and follow all
Safety Rules and Instructions
before operatingthis equipment
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
Visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.com/craftsman
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- Page 1 Model No. 917.377523 • Safety • Assembly • Operation • Maintenance • Espafiol • Repair Parts CAUTION: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operatingthis equipment Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 Visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.com/craftsman...
- Page 2 Maintenance Parts Ordering Back Cover 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 instructions the owner's...
- Page 3 • Dress properly. Do not operate mower • Do not run the engine indoors. Exhaust when barefoot or wearing open sandals. fumes are dangerous. Wear only solid shoes with good traction • Never cut grass by pulling the mower when mowing. towards you.
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Page 4: Maintenance
These accessories were available when this lawn mower was produced. They are not shipped with your mower. They are also available at most Sears retail outlets and service centers. Most Sears stores can also order repair pads for you, when you provide the model number of your lawn mower. - Page 5 TO INSTALL ATTACHMENTS • Your lawn mower handle can be adjusted for your mowing comfort. Refer to "Adjust Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be Handle" in the Service and Adjustment used as a mulcher. To convert to bagging or section of this manual.
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Page 6: Know Your Lawn Mower
KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUALAND 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 These symbols may appear on your lawn mower or in literature... - Page 7 TO ATTACH GRASS CATCHER The operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign • Close the flip lid. Flip lid must be objects thrown into the eyes, closed while operating lawn mower. which can result in severe eye damage. •...
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Page 8: Drive Control
DRIVE CONTROL ADD GASOUNE • Self-propelling is controlled by holding the NOTE: Before filling fuel tank, remove and discard the debris plug that is inside operator presence control bar down to the the tank. handle and pushing the drive control lever forward until it clicks;... -
Page 9: Mowing Tips
MULCHING MOWING TIPS MOWING TIPS • Under certain conditions, such as very IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep tall grass, it may be necessary to raise mower housing free of built-up grass and trash. See "Cleaning" in MAINTENANCE the height of cut to reduce pushing section of this manual. -
Page 10: Maintenance Schedule
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE SERVICE DATES REGULAR SERVICE i,,, Check for Loose Fasteners -I1_ Cleardtnspect Grass Catcher (If Equipped) Clean Lawn Mower Clean Under Drive Cover (Power-Propelled Mowers) Check drive belt/pulleys (Power-Propelled Mowers) Check/Sharpen/Replace Blade Lubrication Chart Clean Battery/Recharge IElectric Start Mowers I Check Engine Oil Level... -
Page 11: Specifications
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS MODEL NUMBER 917,377523 SERIAL NUMBER DATE OF PURCHASE GASOLINE CAPACITY/TYPE: 1.6 QUARTS UNLEADED REGULAR OIL TYPE (API-SF/SG/SH): SAE30(ABOVE32°F) SAE 5W-30 (BELOW 32°F) OIL CAPACITY: 20 OZS. CHAMPION RJ19LM OR J19LM SPARK PLUG (GAP: .030") INTAKE: .005 - .007 VALVE CLEARANCE: EXHAUST:... -
Page 12: Drive Wheels
IMPORTANT: Bladebolt is grade8 heat If necessary to clean the drive wheels, treated. check both front wheels. • Remove hubcaps, hairpin cotters TO SHARPENBLADE washers. NOTE: We do not recommendsharpen- • Remove wheels from wheel adjusters. ing blade- but if you do, be sure the •... -
Page 13: Spark Plug
TO'CHANGE ENGINE OIL Back Slots NOTE: Before tipping lawn mower to drain oil, drain fuel tank by running engine until fuel tank is empty. • Disconnect spark plug wire from spark Cover plug and place wire where it cannot come tabs in contact with spark plug. -
Page 14: Rear Deflector
_,CAUTION: Before performing TO ADJUST HANDLE se[vice or adjustments: The handle can be mounted in a high or • Release control bar and stop engine. low position. The mounting holes in the • Make sure the blade and all moving bottom of lower handle are off center for parts have completely... -
Page 15: To Assemble Grass Catcher
TO ASSEMBLE GRASS CATCHER Lower Frame • Insert leg of tubular frame through front opening of grass catcher and thread frame into sewn hem of bag. NOTE: Keep bag hem gathered on the straight leg of the tubular frame. ," .." "' " ""... -
Page 16: Lawn Mower
Operator presence control bar Immediately prepare your lawn mower storage at the end of the season or if the Upper Handle unit will not be used for 30 days or more. Fold LAWN MOWER forward for When lawn mower is to be stored for a storage period of time, clean it thoroughly, remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. -
Page 17: Troubleshooting Chart
• Pull starter handle slowly a few times to • Cover your unit with a suitable protec- distribute oil. tive cover that does not retain mois- • Replace with new spark plug. ture. Do not use plastic. Plastic cannot breathe which allows condensation OTHER form and will cause your unit to rust. - Page 18 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CAUSE PROBLEM CORRECTION Excessive Wom, bent or loose blade. Replace blade. lighten vibration blade bolt. Bent engine crankshaft. Contact an authorized service center. Starter rope hard Engine flywheel brake is on Depress control bar to when controlbar is released. to pull upper handle before pulling starter rope.
- Page 19 SERVICE NOTES...
- Page 20 ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NO. 917.377523 GEAR CASE ASSEMBLY PART NUMBER 702511 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 17490416 Tapping Screw 1/4-20 x 57079 HardanedWasher 1-1/4 131484 Clutch Yoke 137055X004 Engagement Bracket 700343 Bushing 137053 Shifter 86447 Plug 57072 Seal 137050 Helical Gear 48373...
- Page 21 ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917.377523 31 - I0_:...
- Page 22 ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917.377523 PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION 165452X479 Upper Handle 162788 Engine Zone Control Cable 150406 Hex Head Thread RoIJing Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/8 150425 Mulcher Plug 170025 Lawn Mower Housing (Incl. Key #14, 15, & 51) 66426 Wire Ties 851514...
- Page 23 ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917.377523 • • • • _÷ o o.
- Page 24 ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917.377523 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 145755 Control Cable Assembly 154990 DdveCover 751152 Locknut #10-24 132010 Hex Flange Nut 158755 Pan Head Machine Screw 1/4 x 2,12 137052 Drive Pulley 146527 V-Belt 151521 Wheel Adjuster Assembly (Left) 150495 Spdng Retainer 702511...
- Page 25 BRIGGS & STRATTON MODEL NO. 12H802 4-CYCLE ENGINE TYPE NO. 1978-E1 969_:_ _971A _163 _134 @634 110_ 11oO I...
- Page 26 BRIGGS & STRATTON MODEL NO. 12H802 4-CYCLE ENGINE TYPE NO. 1978-E1 572 307 r625 "k REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL, SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL.
- Page 27 BRIGGS & STRATTON MODEL NO, 12HSQ2 4-CYCLE ENGINE TYPE NO. 1978-E1 670A ° (_ 634 977 CARBURETOR GASKET SET 121 CARBURETOR KIT 670A...
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Page 28: Gasket Set
BRIGGS & STRATTON MODEL NO. 12H802 4-CYCLE ENGINE TYPE NO. 1978-E1 1095 VALVE OVERHAUL GASKET SET _332 1036 LABEL KIT - EMISSION... - Page 29 BRIGGS & STRATTON MODEL NO. 12H802 4-CYCLE ENGINE TYPE NO. 1978-E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 493260 CylinderAssembly 94526 Screw, Hex Head 293708 Bushing, Cylinder 497442 Housing, Rewind Stader 299819 • Seal, Oil 498144 Pulley, Rewind Starter 493279 Sump, Engine 280399 Rope, Rewind Starter 214368 Head, Cylinder...
- Page 30 BRIGGS & STRATTON MODEL NO. 12H802 4-CYCLE ENGINE TYPE NO. 1978-E1 PART 280512 Spacer, Fuel Tank DESCRIPTION PARr DESCRIPTION Lever, Governor 492349 Washer, Thrust 67072 670A 493823 * Spacer, Bracket Screw, Hex Head 262598 Gear, Timing 94512 Screw, Hex Head 280966 * Seal, O-Ring 94511...
- Page 31 For in-home major brand repair service: Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 1-800-4-MY-Home sM (1-800-469-4663) Para pedir servicio de reparaci6n a domicilio 1-800-676-5811 In Canada for all your service and parts needs call Au Canada pour tout le service 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...