Maintenance LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY For two years from date of purchase, when this Craftsman Lawn Mower is maintained, lubriceted, 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.
hot.Allow the engine to cool for several minutes before filling the gas tank. Clean off any spilled gasoline before starting the engine. • Always make wheel height adjustments before starting your mower. Never attempt to do this while the engine is running.
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Theseaccessories wereavailable when thislawn mower w asproduced. They arealso avaJ_e atmostSears retail outlets a ndservice c enters. M ost S ears repair parts for you, when you providethe model number of your lawn mower. Some ofthese accessories may not apply to your lawn mower.
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Uppper handle _ Lift up ._._,._j.___" Uft up Lowerhandle TO INSTALL AI"rACHMEN'rS Your lawn mower was shipped reedy to be used as a mulcher. To convert to bagging or discharging: • Open rear doorand remove mulcher ptug. Store mulcher plug in a safe place.
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READ THIS OWNER'S MANUALAND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER. Compare the illustrations with your lawn mower to familiarize yourself with the locationof various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. "tl_eu_/mbo_ mayappe=" onyourlawnmower o r InII_raturesupplbd wilhI_e pmducL_...
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The blade turns when the engine is running. • Your lawn mower is equipped with an operator presence control bar which requiresthe operator to be positioned behind the lawn mower handle to start and operate the lawn mower.
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To engage drive Drive control control desengaged BEFORE STARTING ENGINE Your lawn mower is shipped without oil in the en . • Be sure mower is level and area around oil filiis clean. • Remove engine oil cap w/dipstickand fillto the full line on the dipstick.
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• For best results, adjust the lawn mower cutting height so that the lawn mower cuts off only the top one-third of the grass blades.
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_ in _nW zoiL 4. Ctm_ge4e i_wr_ _t _€l o#m4_cr_. GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this lawn mower does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain mower as instructed in this manual.
• Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it1_n_'t_me contact with spark plug. • Turn lawn mower on its side. Make sure air filterand carburetor are up. • Use a wood block between blade and mower housing to prevent blade from tuming when removing blade bolt.
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Change after the first25 hours of operation at least once a year If the lawn mower is not used for 25 hours in one year. Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine and after each five (5) hours of corCdnuous use.
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• Remove engine oilcap; lay aside on a claan surface. • Tip lawn mower on its side as shown and drain oil intoa suitable container. Rock lawn mower back and forthto remove any oil trapped inside of engine. • Wipe off any spilled oil on lawn mower and on side of engine, •...
The mar deflector, attached between the rear wheels of your lawn mower, is provided to minimize the possibilitythat objectswill be thrown out the roar of the lawn mower into the operator's mowing position, ffthe roar deflector becomes damaged, it ,shouldbe...
30 days or more. LAWN MOWER When lawn mower is to be stored for a period of time, clean itthoroughly, remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a dean, dry area.
IMPORTANT: Never cover mower while engine and exhaust areas am_ll warm. CAUTION: Never store the lawn mower with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.
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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CAUSE PROBLEM [Loss of power • Rear of lawn mower housing or cuffing blade dragging in heaW grass. • Cutting too much grass. • Dirty air filter. • Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower. • Too much oil in engine.
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ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NO. 917.377542 GEAR CASE ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 17490416 Tapping Screw 114-20x 1-1/4 137055X004 EngagementBracket 137053 57072 48373 Gear Case Halves Kit (includesKey Nos. 4, 5, and 7) 77881 Bearing 137051 Worm Shaft NOTE: in U.S. inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm...
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ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917.377542 ¢.o...
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Selector Knob 700331X004 Selector Spring 146630 Spacer 700325X007 Wheel AdjustingBracket 150078 Thread Cutting Screwwlsema 5/16-18 x 3/4 151512X479 Handle BracketAssembly(Left) 151511X479 Handle BracketAssembly (Right) LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917.377542 PART 150406 161769 851514 157101 851074 850263 851084 165548 85463 761592 88652...
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'ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917.377542...
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12000058 E-Ring 137054 Pinion 88080 Dust Cover 88118 FeltWasher 67725 Washer I/2 x 1-1/2 x .134 LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917.377542 PART DESCRIPTION SelectorKnob 701037 143603 Pan Head Tapping Screw #10-24 x 2-3/4 Drive Cover 154990 Hex Flange Nut 132010...
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CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NO. 143.996502 .390...
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