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SE_ARS
®
MODELO NO. 917.377261
MANUAL DEL DUENO
o Assembly
o Operation
o Customer
Responsibilities
Service
o Adjustments
o Repair Parts
Caution:
Read and Follow
all Safety Rules
and Instructions
Before Operating
This Equipment
159795
03,2197
REV,1
VBL
IMPRESO EN LOS ESTADOS UNIDOS

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  • Page 1 SE_ARS ® MODELO NO. 917.377261 MANUAL DEL DUENO o Assembly o Operation o Customer Responsibilities Service o Adjustments o Repair Parts Caution: Read and Follow all Safety Rules and Instructions Before Operating This Equipment 159795 03,2197 REV,1 IMPRESO EN LOS ESTADOS UNIDOS...

  • Page 2: Specifications

    SAFETY RULES _Safe Operation Practices for Walk-Behind Mowers IMPORTANT: THiS CUTTING MACHINE iS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY iNSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT iN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH SAFETY STANDARDS REQUIRE OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROLS TO MiNIMiZE THE RISK OF INJURY.
  • Page 3 Sears will repair free of charge any defect in material or workmanship. If this Craftsman Lawn Mower is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase.
  • Page 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ............SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ......... PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ........STORAGE ..............CUSTOME R RESPONSIBILITIES ..... 3, 12-14 TROUBLESHOOTING ..........WARRANTY ..............REPAIR PARTS - LAWN MOWER ......19-23 ASSEMBLY ..............REPAIR PARTS - ENGINE ........24-29 OPERATION ..............
  • Page 5 LAWN ACCES$ORUE$ These accessories were available when this lawn mower was produced_ They are also available at most Sears retail outlets and service centers, 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, LAWN MOWER PERFORMANCE...

  • Page 6: Service And Adjustments

    Read these instructions and this manual in its entirety OPERATOR PRESENCE before you attempt to assemble or operate your new lawn CONTROLBAR mower Your new lawn mower has been assembled atthe UPPER factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes.

  • Page 7: Engine Zone Control

    OPERATBON KNOWYOUR LAWN MOWER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND 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 8: Operator Presence Control Bar

    OPERATION The operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your lawn mower or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over the spectacles or standard safety glasses.

  • Page 9: Starting

    OPERATMON (SEE FIG. 9) • Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. De not mix oil with gasoline Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30 days to assure fuel freshness WARNING: Experience indicates that alcohol blended...

  • Page 10: Cutting Height

    OPERATION MOWING TIPS MULCHSNG MOWING TiPS Under certain conditions, such as very tall grass, it may IMPORTANT: BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP be necessary to raise the height of cut to reduce MOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS TRASH "CLEANING" CUSTOMER pushing effort and to keep from overloading the engine RESPONSIBILITIES SECTION OF THIS MANUAL.

  • Page 11: Lawn Mower

    CUSTOMEI RESPONS BIUTmES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE _.._ ..FILL IN DATES ._._r_..- AS YOU COMPLETE _.j_O_.._"_ A" _/.,o. " REGULAR SERVICE ,._ #_--_ _%._'/£_%_O ._.%"._%_.._" SERV,CE DATES Check for Loose Fasteners Clean/Inspect Grass Catcher (If Equipped) Clean Lawn Mower Clean Under Drive Cover (Power-Propelled Mowers) Check drive belt/pulleys (Power-Propelled...

  • Page 12: Replacement

    CUSTOMER RF=SPONStBmLITJES LAWN MOWER BLADE /CRANK- Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- nance TIRES • Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemi- cals which can harm rubber • Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and other hazards that may cause tire damage, BLADE CARE...

  • Page 13: Air' Filter

    CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILUTIES ENGHNE • Carefully remove cartridge. LUBRICATION • Clean by gently tapping on a flat surface. If very dirty, replace cartridge Use only high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SF or SG,, Select the oil's SAE viscosity g fade CAUTION: Petroleum solvents, such...

  • Page 14: Drive Belt

    SERVICE AND ADJ $TMENT$ Release control bar. CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Make sure the blade and all moving parts have completely stopped. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place where it cannot come in contact with plug. LAWN MOWER To change from medium lew to high position only the upper hendle section will have to be turned over (See Fig.

  • Page 15: Storage

    STORAGE Immediately prepare your lawn mower for storage at the ENGnNE end of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days FUEL SYSTEM or more. IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT LAWN MOWER DEPOSITS FROM FORMING ESSENTIAL FUEL...

  • Page 16: Handle Height

    TF OUBLESHOOT NG POUN=F$ CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM Does not start Dirty air filter Clean/replace air filter Outoffuel FlU fuel tank Stale fuel Drain tank and refilt with fresh clean fuel Waterin fuel Drain fuel tank and carburetorand refill tank with fresh gasoline Connect wire to plug Spark plug wire is disconnected...
  • Page 17 REPAIR PARTS ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NO. 917.377261 GEAR CASE ASSEMBLY PART NUMBER 702511 J" PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 131484 Clutch Yoke 17490416 Tapping Screw 1/4-20 x 1-1/4 137055X004 700343 Bushing Engagement Bracket 137053 Shifter 86447 Plug 57072 Seal 137050 Helical Gear...
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  • Page 22 BRIGGS & STRATTON MODEL NO. 12H802 4-CYCLE ENGINE TYPE NO. 1534-21 971 A _163 _134 Q 634 11°0 9F _ -...
  • Page 23 BRIGGS & STRATTON MOCEL NO. 12H802 4-CYCLE ENGINE TYPE NO. 1534-21 _'* REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL.
  • Page 24 BRIGGS & STRATTON MODEL NO. 12H802 4-CYCLE ENGINE TYPE NO. 1534-21 842 _ 670A 524 O 358 GASKET 977 CARBURETOR GASKET 121 CARBURETOR...
  • Page 25 MODEL NO. 12H802 BRIGGS & STRATTON TYPE NO. 1534-21 4-CYCLE ENGINE _332...
  • Page 26 BRIGGS & STRATTON MODEL NO. 12H802 4-CYCLE ENGINE TYPE NO, 1534-21 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 493260 493737 Cylinder Assembly Slinger, Oil 293708 272199 Bushing, Cylinder * Gasket, Intake Elbow 299819 94526 * Seal, Oil Screw, Hex Head 214368 497442...
  • Page 27 BRIGGS & STRATTON MODEL NO. 12H802 4-CYCLE ENGINE TYPE NO. 1534-21 KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 492349 Lever, Governor - - - *** Washer, Shaft (Sold in Kit Only) 67072 Washer, Thrust 66538 Elbow, Spark Plug 94512 Screw, Hex Head 280512...
  • Page 28 RVICE NOTES...
  • Page 29 SERVUCE NOTES...
  • Page 30 ® 6 HORSEPOWER 22" REAR D_SCHARGE POWER PROPELLED ROTARY LAWN MOWER Each lawn mower has its own model number_ Each en- gine has its own model number_ The model number for your lawn mower will be found on a MODEL NO. decat attached to the rear of the lawn mower housing.

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