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Craftsman 917.377811 Owner's Manual

6.75 horsepower 21" multi-cut power propelled rotary lawn mower
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Owner's Manual
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6.75 HORSEPOWER
21" MULTI-CUT
POWER PROPELLED
ROTARY LAWN MOWER
Model No.
917.377811
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Safety
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Assembly
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Operation
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Maintenance
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Espa_ol
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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 1 917.377811 • 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: Operation

    ......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: Slope Operation

    III. CHILDREN • Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads. Tragic accidents can occur if the operator • Stop the engine (motor) whenever you is not alert to the presence of children. leave the equipment, before cleaning Children are often attracted to the the mower or unclogging the chute.

  • Page 4: Lawn Mower Maintenance

    • Grass catcher components are subject _,WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its to wear, damage, and deterioration, constituents, and certain vehicle compo- which could expose moving parts or nents contain or emit chemicals known to allow objects to be thrown. Frequently the State of California to cause cancer check components and replace with and birth defects or other reproductive...

  • Page 5: To Remove Lawn Mower From Carton

    Read these instructions and this manual 3. Remove any packing material from around control bar. in its entirety before you attempt to assemble or operate your new lawn Your handles may be adjusted for your mower. mowing comfort. Refer to Service and IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is Adjustments section of this manual.
  • Page 6 KNOWYOUR 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 ancl adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. These symbols may appear on your lawn mower or in literature supplied with the product.
  • Page 7 TO OPERATE DRIVE SYSTEM mowercan result in foreign • With engine running, select ground objects thrown into the speed by moving drive speed control The operationof any lawn eyes, which can result in lever to desired position. severe eye damage. •...
  • Page 8 Rear door slots SIDE DISCHARGING Grass • Mulcher plug must be installed into rear catcher discharge opening of mower. • Open mulcher door and install dis- charge deflector under guard as shown. • Mower is now ready for discharging operation. •...

  • Page 9: Before Starting

    ADD GASOLINE SIMPLE STEPS TO REMEMBER WHEN CONVERTING YOUR LAWN MOWER • Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of FOR MULCHING - 87 octane. Do not mix oil with gasoline. 1. Rear mulcher plug installed. Purchase fuel in quantities that can be 2.

  • Page 10: To Start Engine

    TO START ENGINE MULCHING MOW1NG TIPS NOTE: Due to protective coatings on the IMPORTANT: Forbest performance,keep mower housingfree of built-upgrass and engine, a small amount of smoke may be trash.See "CLEANING" in the Maintenance present during the initial use of the sectionof this manual.

  • Page 11: Lubrication Chart

    AS YOU COMPLETE ..,#_l_.?,_._.l_,,_ _ERVICE DATES Check for Loose Fasteners Clean/Inspect Grass Catcher (If Equipped) Clean Lawn Mower Clean Under Drive Cover Check drive belt]pulleys (Power-PropeEledMowers) (Power-Propelled Mowers) Check/Sharpen/Replace Blade I/'3 LubricationChart Clean Battery/Recharge tElectric Start Mowers I NE Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil Vwt.2 Inspect Muffler...

  • Page 12: Specifications

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ;ERIAL NUMBER: DATE OF PURCHASE: GASOLINE CAPACITY/TYPE: 1.5 QUARTS (UNLEADED REGULAR) )ILTYPE (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°F); SAE 5W-30 (BELOW 32°F OIL CAPACITY: 20 OUNCES SPARK PLUG (GAP: .045") CHAMPION RJ19LM4 BLADE BOLT TORQUE: 35-40 FT. LBS. The model and serial numbers will be found...

  • Page 13: Grass Catcher

    TO SHARPEN BLADE 5. There are arrows embossed on both NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening sides of the pinion gear. With the blade - but if you do, be sure the blade is arrow at the top of the pinion, the balanced.

  • Page 14: Air Filter

    Collar TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL clockwise to NOTE: Before tipping lawn mower to Clip remove drain oil, drain fuel tank by running engine until fuel tank is empty. 1. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with spark plug.

  • Page 15: Rear Deflector

    TO ASSEMBLE GRASS CATCHER ACAUTION: Before performing any service or adjustments: 1. Put grass catcher frame into grass bag Release control bar and stop eng!ne. with rigid part of bag on the bottom. Make sure the frame handle is outside Make sure the blade and all moving parts have completely stopped.

  • Page 16: Lawn Mower

    Immediately prepare your lawn mower for storage at the end of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more. LAWN MOWER When lawn mower is to be stored for a 3-Position period of time, clean it thoroughly, remove handle all dirt, grease, leaves, etc.

  • Page 17: Troubleshooting Chart

    OTHER • Cover your unit with a suitable protec- tive cover that does not retain moisture. • Do not store gasoline from one season to another. Do not use plastic. Plastic cannot breathe, which allows condensation • Replace your gasoline can if your can form and will cause your unit to rust.
  • Page 18 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Excessive 1. Worn, bent or loose blade. Replace blade. "tighten vibration blade bolt. Bent engine crankshaft. Contact a Sears or other qualified service center. Starter rope 1. Engine flywheel brake 1. Depress control bar to is on when control bar hard to pull upper handle before...
  • Page 19 LIMITADA DE DOS AI9OS PARA LA SEGADORAA MOTOR CRAFTSMAN Por dos (2) aSos, a partirde la fecha de compra, cuando esta Segadora Craftsman se mantenga, lubriquey afine segSn las instrucciones para la operaci6ny el mantanimiantoen el manual del duefio, Sears reparar_gratistodo defecto en el materialy la mano de obra.
  • Page 20 • No opere la mdquina bajo la influencia del • Nunca permita que los niSos operen la alcohol o de las drogas. mdquina. • Nunca opere la maquina cuando la hierba • Tenga un cuidado extra cuando se acerque est6 mojada. Asegdrese siempre de tener a esquinas donde no hay visibilidad, a los buena tracci6n en sus pies;...
  • Page 21 _kBusque este simbolo que seSala las _,DVERTENCIA: El tubo de escape del precauciones de seguridad de importancia. motor, algunos de sus constituyentes y Quiere deck - iilATENCI6NI!!iiiESTE algunos componentes del vehiculo contienen ALERTO!!! SU SEGURIDAD ESTA o desprenden productos quimicos conocidos COMPROMETIDA.
  • Page 22 Remueva el material de empaque de Lea estas instrucciones y el manual alrededor de la barra de control. completamente antes de tratar de montar u operar su segadora nueva. Sus mangos pueden ajustarse para que le acomode al segar. Refi_rase a la secci6n de IMPORTANTE: Este cortacesped viene SIN...
  • Page 23 FAMILIAR{CESE CON SU SEGADORA LEA ESTE MANUAL DEL DUEllO Y LAS REGLAS DE SEGURIDAD ANTES DE OPERAR SU SEGADORA. Compare las ilustraciones con su segadora para familiarizarse con la ubicaci6n de los diversos controles y ajustes. Guarde este manual para referencia en el futuro. Estos simbolos pueden apareser sobre su segadora o en la literatura proporcionada el producto.

  • Page 24: Paraajustarlaalturade Corte

    ELIMPULSlON segadora puede hacer quo salten • La velocidad de recorddo purde ser objetos extraSos dentro de sus seleccionada moviendo la palanca de La operaci6n de cualquier ojos, Io que puede producir conteol de la impulsibn a la posici6n daSos graves en 6stos. Siempre deceada.
  • Page 25 Ranuras de la Puerta SEGADORAS CON DESCARGA Mango del LATERAL bastidor del • La tap6n acolchadora debe ser instalada recogedor de adentro de la abertura de la descarga trasera. • Abra la protecci6n contra la descarga y instale el desviador de contra la descarga debajo de la protecci6n como se muestra.
  • Page 26 AGREGUEGASOLINA PASOS SIMPLES DE RECORDAR CUANDO CONVIERTA • Uene el eslanque de combustible. Use SEGADORA gasolina regular, sin plomo, nueva y limpia con el mfnimo de 87 octanos. (El uso de PARA ACOLCHAMIENTO gasolina con plomo aumentar& los dep6sitos de 6xido de plomo y carbono y se reducir_. 1.
  • Page 27 CONSEJOS PARA SEGAR Y PARA HACER ARRANCAR EL ACOLCHAR MOTOR IMPORTANTE: Para obtener el mejor rendimianto NOTA: Debido a las capas protectoras del mantenga la caja de la segadora sin acumulan6n motor, una cantidad pequeSa do humo puede de crisped y basura. Vea "LIMPIEZA" en la secci6n estar presente durante el uso initial del de Mantenimento do este manual.

  • Page 28: Antes De Cada Uso

    " ,..- FEc,.s DES .V,C,O Revisar si ha), suietadores sueltos I.impiar/inspeccionar el recogedor de c6sped (si viene equipado) Umpiar la segadora Limpiar debajo de la cubierta de la trans- misibn (segadoras con poder propulsor) sadas (segadoras con poder propulsor) Revisar las correas y las poleas impul- Revisar o/afilar/cambiar la cuchilla V w 3 Tabla de lubricacibn...

  • Page 29: Del Producto

    ESPEClFICACIONES DEL PRODUCTO NUMERO DE SERIE: FECHA DE COMPRA: CAPACIDAD Y TIPO DE GASOLiNA: 1.5 CUARTOS (REGULAR SIN PLOMO) TIPO DE ACEITE: SAE 30 (sobre 32°F) API-SF-SJ) SAE 5W-30 (debajo 32°F) CAPACIDAD DE ACEITE: 20 oz. BUJIA (ABERTURA: .045"): CHAMPION RJ19LM4 TORSI6N DEL PERNO...
  • Page 30 PARA AFILAR I_A CUCHILLA En los dos lados de los pifiones se hallan unas flechas. Si la flecha estd en la parte AVISO: No recomendamos el afilar la cuchilla - superior del pifion, _sta teine pue apuntar pero si Io hace, asegt_rese de que quede hacia la padre anterior de la segadora.

  • Page 31: Paracambiarelaceite Del Motor

    PARACAMBIARELACEITE DEL Gireen el sentido alas manillas del Cctlar MOTOR reloj para Abrazadera remover AVISO: Antes de inclinar la segadora para drenar el aceite, drene el tanque de combus- tible haciendo correr el motor hasta que el tanque est_ vacio. 1.
  • Page 32 PARA MONTAR Y ADJUNTAR EL A, PRECAUCl6N: Antes de dar calquier servico o de hacer ajustes: RECOGEDOR DE CI=SPED 1. Suelte la barra de control y pare el motor. • Ponga el bastidor del recogedor de c6sped 2. Aseg_rese que la cuchilla y que todas las en la bolsa del c_sped con la parte rfgida de partes movibles se hayan detenido la bolsa en la parte inferior.

  • Page 33: Sistema De Combustible

    Inmediatamenteprepare su segadora 10amel almacenamiento al finalde cada temporada o si la unidad no se va a user por 30 dias o m&s. ,._ Pinza del mango SEGADORA Cuando se va a guardar la segadora por cierto periodo de tiempo, Ifmpiela cuidadosamente, remueva toda la mugre, la grasa, las hojas, etc.
  • Page 34 AcErrE DEL MOTOR • Si es posible,guarde su unideden un recinto cerrado y c_brala pare protegarlacontrael Drane el aceite (con el motorcaliente)y c_rnbielo polvoy la mugra. con acoite de motor limpio. (Vea "MOTOR" en la • Cubra su unided con un forro protector ,secok_ de Mantenimento este manual.) adecuade que no retangala humsdad.

  • Page 35: Identificacion De Problemas

    IDENTIFICACION DE PROBLEMAS CAUSA PROBLEMA CORRECCION Mal corte- 1. Cuchilla desgastada, doblada 1. Cambie la cuchilla. Apriete el o suelta. dlsparejo perno de la cuchilla. 2. Altura de las ruedas dispareja. Ajuste todas las ruedas a la misma altura. 3. Acumulaci6n de c_sped, Limpie la parte inferior de la hojas o basura debajo...
  • Page 36 CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER -- MODEL N UMBER 917.377811...
  • Page 37 CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER-- MODEL NUMBER 917.377811 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 167163 Handle, Upper DIx Comf. (Includes Grip) - - - Engine, Craftsman Model Number 161105X479 Handle, Lower 143.016722 (See Breakdown) 175788 Bail, Cont. Wire DIx Comf. BIk 179015 Grass Catcher Bag...
  • Page 38 CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER -- MODEL NUMBER 917.377811...
  • Page 39 CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER-- MODEL NUMBER 917.377811 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Drive Pawl 178916 Speed Control 170011 Bail Control Drive 166450 Pinion,Drive RH 175786 Washer 17060408 Screw 52160 DdveCable 12000058 E-Ring 7/16 179049 Cover Drive 180504 Cover, Dust Wheel 161537 Washer 1/2x 1-1/2 x.134...
  • Page 40 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.016722 ,265 12A-_ 126151A 1( 174172 30gA 311A , "306 370C </_...
  • Page 41 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.016722 I_-Y PART PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Nut & Lock Washer, 1/4-28 37465 Cylinder (Incl. 2 & 20 29752 26727 Dowel Pin 6201 Screw, 1/4-28 x 7/8 33734 Breather Element 26756 Carburetor To Intake Pipe Gasket 36557 Breather Ass'y.
  • Page 42 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.016722 PART DESCRIPTION 640271 Carburetor (Incl. 184 of Engine Parts List) 31615 Throttle Shaft & Lever Assembly 31767 Throttle Return Spring 631184 • Dust SealWasher 631183 • Dust Seal (Throttle) 64O07O Throttle Shutter 65O506 • Shutter Screw...
  • Page 43 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.016722 I_-'Y PART DESCRIPTION 590702 Recoil Starter 590599A Spring Pin (Includes Key No. 4) Washer 590696 Retainer 590601 Washer 590697 Brake Spring ,__=; 590698 Starter Dog 590699 DogSpring 590700 Pulley & Rewind Spring Assembly 590703...
  • Page 44 1-800-4-MY-HOME For repairof carry-in products like vacuums, lawn equipment, and electronics, callfor the nearest Sears Parts and Repair Center. 1-800-488-1222 Anytime, day orright (U.S.A. only) www.se_rs.com For the replacement parts, accessories and owner's manuals that you need to do-it-yourself, call Sears PartsDirectSM! 1-800-366-PART 6a.m.-11 p.m., 7days aweek...

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