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Craftsman 917.377972 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.
917.377972
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Safety
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Assembly
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Operation
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Maintenance
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EspaSol
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Repair Parts
CAUTION:
Read and follow all
Safety Rules and InstructionP _
before operating this equipn_._
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
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  • Page 1 • Safety • Assembly • Operation • Maintenance • EspaSol • Repair Parts CAUTION: Read and follow all Safety Rules and InstructionP _ before operating this equipn_._ Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 Visit our Craftsman website: www.sJars.com/craftsman...

  • Page 2: Limited Two-Year Warranty

    Warranty service is available by returning the Craftsman power mower to the nearest Sears Service Center/Department in the United States. This warranty applies only while this product is in use in the United States.

  • Page 3: Slope Operation

    • Mow only in daylight or good artificial • Before and while walking backwards, light. look behind and down for small • Do not operate the machine while children. under the influence of alcohol or drugs. • Never allow children to operate machine.
  • Page 4 _Look for this symbol to point out AWARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle important safety precautions. It means CAUTIONHf BECOMEALERT!!! YOUR components contain or emit chemicals SAFETY IS INVOLVED. known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other AqL CAUTION: In order to prevent...
  • Page 5 • Cut down two end comers of carton TO INSTALL ATTACHMENTS and lay end panel down flat. Your lawn mower was shipped ready to • Remove all packing materials except be used as a mulcher. To convert to padding between upper and lower bagging or discharging;...
  • Page 6 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 reference. These symbols may appear on your lawn mower or in literature supplied with the product.

  • Page 7: To Convert Mower

    NOTE: Do not move speed control lever The operation of any lawn mower unless the engine is running can result in foreign objects TO OPERATE DRIVE SYSTEM thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. • With engine running, select ground Always wear safety glasses or eye shields speed by moving speed control lever to while operating your lawn mower or perform-...

  • Page 8: Before Starting Engine

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

  • Page 9: Add Gasoline

    • Check oil level before each use. Add TO START ENGINE oil if needed. Fill to full line on dipstick. • To start a cold engine, push primer • To read proper level, tighten engine oil three (3) times before trying to start. cap each time.

  • Page 10: Mowing Tips

    MOWING TIPS MULCHING 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 the height of cut to reduce pushing trash. See "Cleaning" in MAINTENANCE section of this manual.

  • Page 11: General Recommendations

    M.,.TE...OE SO.EOOLE F,LL ,N DATES AS YOU COMPLETE f__-_'_'O_'_ ..REGULAR SERVICE _'_",_,_<¢, SERVICE DATES IIIII Check for Loose Fasteners Clean/Inspect Grass Catcher (If Equipped) Clean Lawn Mower Clean Under Drive Cover Check drive belt/pulleys (Power-Propelled Mowers) (Power-Propelled Mowers) Check/Sharpen/Replace Blade Lubrication Chart Clean Battery/Recharge...

  • Page 12: Specifications

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS SERIAL NUMBER DATE OF PURCHASE GASOLINE CAPACITY/TYPE: 1.6 QUARTS UNLEADED REGULAR OIL TYPE (API-SF/SG/SH): SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (BELOW 32°F) OIL CAPACITY: 27 OZS. SPARK PLUG/GAP: .030") CHAMPION RJ19LM or JtgLM VALVE CLEARANCE: INTAKE: .004- .008 EXHAUST: .004 - .008 SOLID STATE IGNITION...

  • Page 13: Grass Catcher

    • The blade can be sharpened with a file If you remove the drive pinions, wipe or on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt clean with dry cloth. Reassemble dry. to sharpen while on the mower. Do not lubricate. Do not use oil or •...

  • Page 14: Air Filter

    Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine and after each five (5) hours of continuous use. l]ghten oil plug securely each time you check the oil level. Air filter cover TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL NOTE: Before tipping lawn mower to drain oil, drain fuel tank by running engine untilfuel tank is empty.

  • Page 15: Rear Deflector

    ACAUTION: Before performing any service Handle pin or adjustments: • Release control bar and stop engine. Med. • Make sure the blade and all moving 3-position Handle parts have completely stopped. • Disconnect spark plug wire from adjustment bracket spark plug and place where it cannot come in contact with plug.

  • 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. Handle pin High _ 3-position LAWN MOWER Med. Handle When lawn mower is to be stored for a period adjustment bracket of time, clean it thoroughly, remove all did,...

  • Page 17: Troubleshooting

    IMPORTANT: Never cover mower while • Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your engine and exhaust areas are still warm. gasoline will cause problems. _CAUTION: Never store the lawn mower • If possible, store your unit indoors and with gasoline in the tank inside a building cover it to give protection from dust and dirt.
  • Page 18 TROUBLESHC'OTING CHART _ROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Raise cutting height. Grass catcher Cutting height too low. Lift on blade worn off. Replace blade. not filling Catcher not venting air. Clean grass catcher. (If so equipped_ Grass is too high or Raise cutting height. Hard to push wheel height is too low.
  • Page 19 ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NO. 917.377972 BA'rrERY PART DESCRIPTION 161334 Battery box 750909 Battery Screw 17411312 86353 ClipConnector 111549X BatteryCharger...
  • Page 20 ROTARY LAWN MOWER -- MODEL NO. 917.377972...
  • Page 21 Pulley, Fixed 170045 Bearing Support Assy. 150406 Bolt, Engine Available accessories not included with lawn mower: Engine (See Breakdown) ..33623 Gas Can (2.5 gal.) Craftsman 143.996712 33500 Fqel Stabilizer 169294 Grass Catcher Bag 3.3027 SAE 30W Oil (27 oz.)
  • Page 22 ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NO. 917.377972 • • • • • 40,_...
  • Page 23 ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NO. 917.377972 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 166047 Speed Control 161118X004 Retainer Drive Asm. Stmp. 167259 Bail Control Drive 57808 Screw Hex Head Tapping 1/4-20 x .75 54583 Screw 170011 Ddve Pawl 170050 Ddve Cable 166450 Pinion, Ddve RH 161552...
  • Page 24 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.996712 L_2f 11_63 ,24OB...
  • Page 25 MODEL NUMBER 143,996712 (_RAP-T_;MAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 36177 Cylinder 31673 Lower Valve Spring Cap Intake Valve Seal (Incl. 2,10,12,20 & 125) 151A 40016A 27652 Dowel Pin 27234A Valve Spring Box Gasket 36059 Breather Element 32755 Valve Spring Box Cover 590568 Screw, 10-24 x 3/4"...
  • Page 26 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143,996712 PART DESCRIPTION ----640020A Carburetor (Incl. 187S & 239 of Engine Parts List) 632539 Throttle Shaft & Lever Assembly 632593 Dust Seal 632541 Throttle Shutter 650506 Throttle Shutter Screw 14A 632773 Venturi 632675A Float Bowl...
  • Page 27 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.996712 --11 O--2 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. 590703 Starter Housing Ass'y.
  • Page 28 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.996712 i _7 PART DESCRIPTION ---- 590739 Rewind Starter 590740 Retainer 590616 Starter Dog 590617 Dog Spring 590618A Pulley & Rewind Spring Ass'y 590638 Starter Housing Ass'y (40 degree grommet) 590535 Starter Rope (Length 98" x 9/64" dia.)
  • Page 29 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.996712 PART DESCRIPTION 36086 Electric Starter (12 Volt) 34955 Retainer Ring 34950 Spring Retainer 34954 Spring 34949A Gear 36202 Drive End Cap Ass'y. 33450 Lock Nut 34944 Armature 34945 Housing Ass'y. 590500 Thrust Washer 36203 Commutator End Cap Ass'y.
  • Page 30 For repair of major brand appliances in your own home... no matter who made it, no matter who sold it! 1-800-4-MY-HOM E SM Anytime, day or night (1-800-469-4663) ilil 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 &...

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