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Craftsman 917.377543 Owner's Manual

Craftsman 917.377543 Owner's Manual

6.5 horsepower 22" rear discharge power propelled rotary lawn mower
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Owner's Manual
CRAFTS[MAN +
6.5 HORSEPOWER
22" REAR DISCHARGE
POWER PROPELLED
ROTARY LAWN MOWER
Model No.
917.377543
•
Safety
•
Assembly
•
Operation
•
Maintenance-
•
EspaSol
•
Repair Parts
CAUTION:
Read and follow all
Safety Rules and Instructions
before operating this equipment
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

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  • Page 1 Owner's Manual CRAFTS[MAN + 6.5 HORSEPOWER 22" REAR DISCHARGE POWER PROPELLED ROTARY LAWN MOWER Model No. 917.377543 • Safety • Assembly • Operation • Maintenance- • EspaSol • Repair Parts CAUTION: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    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 workmanship.

  • Page 3: Operation

    • Do not run the engine indoors. Exhaust • Dress properly. Do not operate mower fumes are dangerous. when barefoot or wearing open sandals. • Never cut grass by pulling the mower Wear only solid shoes with good traction towards you. Mow across the face of when mowing.

  • Page 4: Assembly

    These accessories were available w hen thislawnmower w as produced. They are also available at most Sears retailoutlets and service canters. Most Sears stores can also order repair parts for you, when you provide the model number of your lawn mower. Some of these accessories may not apply to your lawn mower.
  • Page 5 TO INSTALL A'n'ACHMENTS Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be used as a mulcher. To convertto bagging or L.iftup discharging: • Open rear door and remove mulcher plug. Store mulcher plug in a safe place. • You can now install catcher or optional Mowing dipping deflector.
  • Page 6 KNOW YOUR LAWNMOWER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUALAND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER. Compare the illustrationswith your lawn mower to familiarize yourself with the locationof various controls and adiustmonts. Save this manual for future reference. symlx31s mayappearonyourlawnrnower o r InIlteraUe =.,pldledwnhtheproduct. L ean a',,d understand there n_g.
  • Page 7 TO ATrACH GRASS CATCHER The operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign objects thrown into the • Close the fliplid. Rip lid must be dosed eyes, which can result in severe eye while operaUnglawn mower. damage. Always wear safety glasses or •...
  • Page 8 DRIVECONTROL • Self-propelling i s controlled by holding • RII fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular theoperator presence control b ardown unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 to thehandleandpushing the drive octane. Do not mix oilwith gasoline. controllever forward until it clicks; then Purchase fuel in quan'trties that can be used release the lever.
  • Page 9 _IOWING TIPS MULCHING MOWING TIPS Under certain conditions, such as very IMPORTANT: For best parformance, keep tall grass, it may be necessary to raise mower housing free of built-up grass and the height of cut to reduce pushing effort trash. See =Cleaning" in Maintenance section ofthis manual.

  • Page 10: Maintenanceschedule

    MAINTENANCESCHEDULE ,_._ _,O_'_/'I" REGULAR SERVICE /_" _O?,_,_.-_ SERVICE nDATES mill Check for Loose Fasteners Clean/Inspect Grass Catcher (if Equipped) i 1/ M clean ,-we Mower (Power-Propalled Mowers) W_ Clean Under DriveCover Check drivebelt/pulleys RE (powe r-PropelledMowers) Check/Sharpen/Replace Blade Lubrication Chart Cleon Battery/Recharge IElectric Start Mowers I Check Engine Oil Level...

  • Page 11: Product Specifications

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS MODEL NUMBER 917.377543 ;ERIAL NUMBER DATE OF PURCHASE HORSEPOWER: DISPLACEMENT: 11.5 CU. IN. GASOLINE CAPACITY/TYPE: 1.25 QUARTS UN5LEADED 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 RJ19LM OR J19LM VALVE CLEARANCE:...
  • Page 12 IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is grade 8 heat • Remove any trash or grass cuttings from treated. inside the dust cover, pinion and/or drive wheel gear teeth. TO SHARPEN BLADE • Put wheels back in place. NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening •...
  • Page 13 TOCHANGE ENGINE OIL MUFFLER NOTE: Beforetippinglawnmowerto drain Inspect and replace corroded muffleras it oil, drain could create a fire hazard and/or damage. fuel tank by running engine until SPARK PLUG fuel tank is empty. Change your spark plug each year to make •...

  • Page 14: Service And Adjustments

    • Remove the starter rope guide from the ACAUTION: Before performing any upper handle. service and adjustments: • Remove hairpin cotters. • Release control bar and stop engine. • Disconnectthe lower handle from the • Make sure the blade and all moving handle brackets.
  • Page 15 ENGINE SPEED Sewn Tubular frame Your engine speed has been factory set. Do not attempt to increase engine speed or it may result in personal injury. If you believe that the engine is running too fast or too slow, take your lawn mower to an authorized service center for repair and adjustment.

  • Page 16: Storage

    control bar / Upper Operator presence.__/ handle Immediately prepare your lawn mower for storage at the end of the season or ifthe unit Fold forward //.//_ ,('_" _,_ will not be used for 30 days or more. LAWN MOWER When lawn mower is to be stored for a period of time, clean it thoroughly,remove all dirt, grease, leaves, eto.

  • Page 17: Troubleshooting

    ENGINE OIL • If possible, store your unit indoors and cover Drain oil(with engine warm) a ndreplace with it to give protection from dust and dirt. deanengine oil. (See"ENGINE" inthe • Cover your unitwith a suitable protective Maintenance s ection of cover that does not retain moisture.
  • Page 18 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM • Rear of lawn mower housing • Satto "Higher Cut" Loss of power or cutting blade dragging pos'dion. in heavy grass. • Bet to =Higher Cut" • Cutting too much grass. position. • Clean/replace air filter. •...
  • Page 19 )651 o ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NO. 917.377543 GEAR CASE ASSEMBLY PART NUMBER 702511 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 17490416 Tapping Screw 114-20 x 137074 Drive Shaft 1-1/4 57079 Hardened Washer 137055X004 Engagement Bracket 131484 Clutch Yoke 137053 Shifter 700343 Bushing 57072...
  • Page 21 ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917.377543 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIP_ON 165451X479 UpperHandle 1504O6 Hex Head Thread Rolling Screw 3/8-16 )( 1-1/B 166577 161769 MEngtne Zone ControlCable Lawn Mower Housing (JncL Key #14, 15, 51) 15O425 ulcherPlug 851514 Blade Adapter Wire Tie 66426 157101 Blade 22"...
  • Page 23 ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917.377543 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION _" 154990 Drive Cover 145755 C_trOI Cable Assembly 132010 Hex Flange Nut 751152 Locknut #10-24 137052 Ddve Pulley 158755 Pan Head Machine Screw 1/4 x 2,12 151521 Wheel Adjuster Assemb;y (Left) 145527 V-_t 702511...
  • Page 24 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NO, 143.996510 .285...
  • Page 25 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NO. 143.996510 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 37266 Cylinder (Incl. 2,20 & 150) 31672 Valve Swing 26727 Dowel Pin 31673 Valve Spring Cap 33734 Breather Element 151A 40017 Intake Valve Seal 36557 Breather Ass_/. (incl. 6 & 12A)
  • Page 26 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCUE ENGINE MODEL NO. 143.996510...
  • Page 27 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NO. 143.996510 PART DESCRIPTION 640174 Carburetor (Ir_,l. 184 of Engine Perts LiStI 631615 Thtot6e Shaft & Lever Assembly 631767 Throttle Return Spdng 631184 " Dust Seal Washer 631183 " Dust SeaJ (Throttle) 640070 Throltle Shutter 650506 "...
  • Page 28 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NO. 143.996510 O. 143.996510 PART DESCRIPTION ---- 590702 Recoil Starter 590599A Spring Pin (Incl. 4) 590600 Washer 590696 Retainer 590601 Washer 590697 Brake Spring 590698 Starter Dog 590699 Dog Spring 590700 Pulley & Rewind Spring Ass'y.
  • Page 29 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NO. 143.996510 11 _7 PART DESCRIPTION RewindStarter 590739 Retainer 590740 590616 Starter Dog 590617 Dog Spdng 590618A Pulley& Rewind SpringAss'y 590638 Starter HousingAss'y (40 degree grommet) 590535 Starter Rope (Length 98" x 9/64" dia.) Starter Handle...
  • Page 30 the repair or replacement parts you need delivered directly to your home Call 7 am - 7 pro, 7 days a week 1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278) Para ordenar piezas con entrega a 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...

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