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Craftsman 917.387302 Owner's Manual

6.0 horsepower 22" rear discharge rotary lawn mower
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Owner's Manual
£RAFTSMAN°
6.0 HORSEPOWER
22" REAR DISCHARGE
ROTARY LAWN MOWER
Model No.
917.387302
•
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

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  • Page 1 Owner's Manual £RAFTSMAN° 6.0 HORSEPOWER 22" REAR DISCHARGE ROTARY LAWN MOWER Model No. 917.387302 • 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,...
  • Page 2 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: Operation

    • Dross properly. Do not operate mower • Never cut grass by pulling the mower when barefoot or wearing open sandals. towards you. Mow across the face of Wear only solid shoes with good traction slopes, never up and down or you might when mowing.

  • Page 4: To Remove Lawn Mower From Carton

    Theseaccessories wereavailable whenthis orderrepairparts for you, when you provide lawnmowerwasproduced. T heyarealso the model number of your lawn mower. available at mostSearsretailoutletsand Some of these accessories may not apply servicecenters. M ostSearsstorescan also to your lawn mower. LAWN MOWERPERFORMANCE CLIPPING DEFLECTOR FOR REAR DISCHARGE LAWN MOWERS MULCHER KITS STABILIZER...
  • Page 5 TO INSTALL ATTACHMENTS Operator presence control bal Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be used as a mulcher. To convert to bagging or discharging: Lift up • Open rear door and remove mulcher plug. Store mulcher plug in a safe place. •...

  • Page 6: Know Your Lawn Mower

    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: Engine Zone Control

    Lower Wheels for High Cut The operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign objects thrown intothe eyes, which can Plate Tab result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your lawn mower or performing any adjust- Lever merits or repairs.

  • Page 8: Mowing Tips

    BEFORE STARTING ENGINE TO START ENGINE • To stad a cold engine, push primer fwe (5) Yourlawnmowerisshipped without o ilinthe times before trying to start. Use a firm push. This step is not usually necessary when engine. starting an engine which has already run for •...
  • Page 9 MULCHING MOWING TIPS • For best results, a_ust the lawn mower cutting height so that the lawn mower cuts IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep off only the top one-third of the grass blades. mower housing free of built-up grass and trash. if the lawn is overgrown it will be necessary Clean UNDERSIDE OF MOWER HOUSING...

  • Page 10: Maintenance Schedule

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE SERVICE DATES Check for Loose Fasteners Clean/Inspect Grass Catcher {.Equipped) V° Clean Lawn Mower wO Clean Under Drive Cover (Power-plopelted Mowers) Checkdrive bel_uUeys Power-propelled Mowers) Check/Sheul0_n/Replace Blade LubdcalJon Chad Clean BattePj/Recha l arge Electric Start Mowers'_...

  • Page 11: Blade Care

    )RODUCT SPECIFICATIONS MODEL NUMBER 917.387302 SERIAL NUMBER DATE OF PURCHASE HORSEPOWER: DISPLACEMENT: 11.5 CU. IN. GASOLINE CAPACITY/TYPE: 1.5 QUARTS UNLEADED 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: To Sharpen Blade

    IMPORTANT:Bladebolt is grade8 heat NOTE: Although multi--viscosity oils treated. (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in cold weather, these multi_viscosity oils SHARPEN BLADE will result in increased oil consumption NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening when used above 32°F. Check your blade - but if you do, be sure the blade is engine oil level more frequently to avoid...

  • Page 13: Spark Plug

    CLEANING • Insert new filter into cover. • Put air filter cover and filter into collar IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep aligning the tab with the slot. mower housing free of built---up grass and • Push in on cover and turn clockwise to trash.

  • Page 14: To Assemble Grass Catcher

    • To change from medium low to low position, only the lower handle section will have to be turned over. Shipping Position Medium High Medium Lower frame (Frames must be fully seated) Lower Handle Tubular frame Squeeze to lower frame handle .
  • Page 15 Immediately ENGINE prepare your lawn mower for storage at the end of the season or ifthe unit FUEL SYSTEM will not be used for 30 days or more. IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent gum LAWN MOWER deposits from forming in essential fuel system When lawn mower is to be stored for a period parts ,suchas carburetor, fuel filter, fuel hose, of time, clean it thoroughly, remove all dirt,...
  • Page 16 • Cover y ourunitwitha suitable protective coverthatdoesnot retainmoisture. D onot useplastic.Plastic cannotbreathe which allows condensation to form and will cause your unit to rust. IMPORTANT: Never cover mower while engine and exhaust areas are still warm. z=CAUTION: Never store the lawn mower with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark.

  • Page 17: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CORRECTION PROBLEM CAUSE Loss of power • Rear of lawn mower housing • Set to =Higher Cut" position. or cutting blade dragging in heavy grass. • Set to "Higher Cut" • Cutting too much grass. position. • Clean/replace air filter.
  • Page 19 CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NO. 917.387302...
  • Page 20 CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER -- MODEL NO. 917.387302 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Ballavilla Washer ControlBar 62335 86902 ShoulderBait 165451X479 UpperHandle 142748 151162 Wheel andnra Assembly 150425 MulcherPlug Wheel ROPeGuido 151161 132001 Hex Flange Locknut LowerHandle 83923 157081X479 Hubcap Hand_e Bolt...
  • Page 21 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.996004 _--370K 1301 <//_...
  • Page 22 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.996004 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 37266 Cytinder 31672 Valve Spring (Incl. 2,20 & 150) 31673 Valve Spring Cap 26727 Dowel Pin 151A 40017 Intake Valve Seal 33734 Breather Element 36783 • Valve Cover Gasket 36557 Valve Cover Breather Assay.
  • Page 23 CRAFTSMAN 4..CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.996004 ?--z, PART DESCRIPTION 640174 Carburetor (Incl. 184 of Engine Parts List) 631615 Throttle Shaft & Lever Assembly 631767 Throttle Retum Spdng * Dust Seal Washer 631184 631183 * Dust Seal (Throttler Throttle Shutter 640070 •...
  • Page 24 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.996004 PART DESCRIPTION Recoil Starter 590694 590599A Spdog Pin (Incl. 4) Washer 590600 590696 Retainer 590601 Washer 590697 Brake Spring 590698 Starter Dog 590699 Dog Spring 590700 Pulley & Rewind Spring Ass'y. 590695 Starter HousingAss'y.
  • Page 25 For the repair or replacement parts you need delivered directly to your home Call 7 am - 7 pm, 7 days a week 1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278) Para ordenar piezas con entrega 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...

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