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Owner's Manual
6.0 HORSEPOWER
21" REAR DISCHARGE
ROTARY LAWN MOWER
Model No.
917.388021
•
Safety
•
Assembly
•
Operation
•
Maintenance
•
Espa_ol
•
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/craffsman
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- Page 1 Model No. 917.388021 • Safety • Assembly • Operation • Maintenance • Espa_ol • 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/craffsman...
- Page 2 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 in the owner's manual, Sears will repair free of charge any defect in material or workman- ship.
- Page 3 • Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel and under the watchful care of another drives, walks, or roads. responsible adult. • Be alert and turn machine off if children • Stop the engine (motor) whenever you leave the equipment, before cleaning enter the area, the mower or unclogging the chute.
- Page 4 ALook for this symbol to point out _,WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and important safety precautions. It means CAUTION!!! BECOMEALERT!!! YOUR lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and SAFETY IS iNVOLVED. birth defects or other reproductive harm.
- Page 5 3. Remove any packing material from Read these instructionsand this manual in around control bar. its entirety before you attempt to assemble Your handles may be adjusted for your or operate your new lawn mower. mowing comfort. Refer to Service and IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is shipped Adjustments section of this manual.
- Page 6 KNOWYOUR LAWN MOWER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATINGYOUR LAWN MOWER. Compare the illuskaUonswith your lawn mower to familiarize yourself with the IcoatJea of vadeas controls and adjustments. Save thismanual for future reference. These symbols may appear on your lawn mower or in literature supplied with the product, Learn and understand their meaning, CAUTION ENGINE...
- Page 7 TO ATTACH GRASS CATCHER The operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign 1. Lift the rear door of the lawn mower objects thrown into the eyes, and place the grass catcher frame which can result in severe side hooks onto the door pivot pins. eye damage.
- Page 8 BEFORE STARTING ENGINE CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank ADD OIL filler neck. Donot overfill. Wipeoffany spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or Your lawnmower is shipped without oil in use gasoline near an open flame. the engine. Engine holds 20 oz. of oil. For type and grade of oil to use, see "ENGINE"...
- Page 9 MULCHING MOWING TIPS MOWINGTIPS • Under certain conditions, such as very IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep mower housing free of built-up tall grass, it may be necessary to raise grass and trash. See "Cleaning" in the the height of cut to reduce pushing Maintenance section of this manual.
- Page 10 F,LL,.OATEO Check for Loose Fasteners Clean/Inspect Grass Catcher (If Equipped) Clean Lawn Mower Power-Propelled Mowers) OjV Clean Under Drive Cover Check drive belt/pulleys (Power-Propelled Mowers) Check/Sharpen/Replace Blade Lubrication Chart Clean Battery/Rechal Elected Start Mowers 11_4 Check Engine Oil Level Change Ermine Oil _1,_ Clean Air Fi_ter It/ 2...
- Page 11 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS SERIAL NUMBER: DATE OF PURCHASE: GASOLINE CAPACITY/TYPE: 1.5 QUARTS UNLEADED REGULAR OILTYPE (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (BELOW 32°F) OIL CAPACITY: 20 OZS. SPARK PLUG(GAP: .045") CHAMPION RJ19LM4 BLADE BOLTTORQU E: 35-40 FT. LBS. The model and serial numbers will be found on a decal attached to the rear of the lawn mower housing.
- Page 12 TO SHARPEN BLADE Change the oil after every 25 hours of operation or at least once a year if the NOTE: We do not recommend lawn mower is not used for 25 hours in sharpening blade - but if you do, be sure one year.
- Page 13 MUFFLER AIR FILTER Inspect and replace corroded muffler as it Your engine will not run property and may could create a fire hazard and/or dam- be damaged by using a dirty air filter. age. Replace the air filter every year or after SPARK PLUG every 100 hours of operation, more often Replace spark plugs at the beginning of...
- Page 14 _,CAUTION: Before performing any TO ASSEMBLE GRASS CATCHER service or adjustments 1 Put grass catcher frame into grass bag 1 Release control bar and stop engine with ng_d part of bag on the bottom 2. Make sure the blade and all movtng Make sure the frame handle is outs=de parts have completely stopped of the bag top...
- Page 15 Immediatelyprepareyourlawn mower for storageat the endof the seasonor if the unit willnotbe usedfor 30 daysor more. LAWN MOWER When lawnmower isto be storedfor a period of f_me,clean it thoroughly, removeall dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a dean, dry area. 3-Position 1.
- Page 16 CYLINDER • Cover your unit with a suitable protec- tive cover that does not retain moisture. 1. Remove spark plug. Do not use plastic. Plastic cannot 2. Pour one ounce (29 ml) of oil through breathe, which allows condensation to spark plug hole into cylinder.
- Page 17 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CORRECTION PROBLEM CAUSE 1. Rear of lawn mower 1. Set to "Higher Cut" .oss of power housingor cutting blade position. dragging in heavy grass. 2. Cutting too much grass. 2. Set to "Higher Cut" position. 3. Dirty air filter. 3.
- Page 18 CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.388021...
- Page 19 CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.388021 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 131696 ControlBar 87877 Selector Knob 166860X479 Upper Handle 167130)(004 Axle Arm Assembly _ LR 161105X479 LowerHandla 57143 Wavewasher 132001 160828 Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 RopoGuide 63601 Locknut 114-20...
- Page 20 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.016000 _--370K /287...
- Page 21 Governor Gear Ass'y. (Incl. 81) 34080 Spaoer 30588A Governor Speol 590701 Starter Handle (Black) 650488 Screw, 1/4-20 x 1-1/4" 37269 6.5 H.P. Craftsman Decal 611004 Flywheel Key 370A 36261 Identification Decal 611112 Flywheel 370C 37318 Primer Decal (3 X) 650815...
- Page 22 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.016000 PART DESCRIPTION 640262 Carburetor (Includes Key N umber 184 of Engine Parts List) 631615 Throttle Shaft & Lever Assembly 631767 ThrotUe Return Spdng 631184 * DustSealWasher 631183 * Dust Seal (Throttle) 640070 * ThrottJe Shutter...
- Page 23 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.016000 PART DESCRIPTION 5_3694 Recoil Starter Spring Pin (Includes Key Number 4) 5_0599A 590600 Washer 590696 Retainer 59(3601 Washer 590697 BrakeSpdng 590698 Starter Dog 590699 DogSpdng 590700 Pulley & Rewind Spring Assembly 590695 Starter Housing Assembly...
- Page 24 For repair of major brand appliances in your own home... no matter who made it, no matter who sold it! 1-800-4-MY-HOME sMAnytime, day or.ight (1-800-469-4663) www.sears.com To bring in products such as vacuums, lawn equipment and electronics for repair, call for the location of your nearest Sears Parts &...