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Craftsman 917.377544 Owner's Manual

Craftsman 917.377544 Owner's Manual

6.5 horsepowerer 22" rear discharge power propelled rotary lawn mower
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Owner's Manual
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6.5 HORSEPOWER!
22" REAR DISCH_
POWER PROPELLED
ROTARY LAWN MQ_/_E_
Model No.
917.377544
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Safety
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Assembly
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Operation
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Maintenance
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Espa_ol
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Repair Parts
CAUTION:
Read and follow all
Safety Rules and Instructions
before operating this equipment
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
Visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.com/craffsman

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  • Page 1 917.377544 • 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 Visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.com/craffsman...
  • Page 2 For two years from date of purchase, lubricated, and tuned up according owner's manual, Sears will repair free of charge If this Craftsman Lawn Mower is used for commercial applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase. This Warranty does not cover: •...
  • Page 3 Wear onlysolidshoes with good traction when mowing. • Check fuel tank before starting engine. Do not fill gas tank indoors, when the engine is running or when the engine is hot. Allow the engine to cool for several minutes before filling the gas tank. Clean off any spilled gasoline before starting the engine.

  • Page 4: Lawn Mower Maintenance

    Sears retail outlets and service centers. Most Seam 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...

  • Page 5: Howto Set Upyour Lawnmower

    • Remove handle padding holding operator presence control bar to upper handle. • Your lawn mower handle can be adjusted for your mowing comfort. Refer to "Adjust Handle" in the Service and Adjustment section of this manual.
  • Page 6 KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUALAND MOWER. Compare the illustrations with your lawn mower to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. symbolsmayappearon yourlawnmoweror in literature supplied withthe product. L earnandunderstand themmeaning. CAUTION ENGINE ENGINE...
  • Page 7 ACAUTION: Do not run your lawn mower without clipping deflector or is not approved grass catcher attempt to operate the lawn mower with the rear door removed or propped require on this Hinge the risk The blade with an...
  • Page 8 Drive control control disengaged BEFORE STARTING ENGINE Your lawn mower is shipped without oil in the engine. • Be sure mower is level and area around oil fill is clean. • Remove engine oil cap and fillto the full line on the dipstick.

  • Page 9: Mowing Tips

    • For best results, adjust the lawn mower cutting height so that the lawn mower cuts on the off only the top one-third of the grass blades.

  • Page 10: Maintenance Schedule

    3 - Replace blades more often when mowing In sandy soil. 4 - Charge 48 hours at end of season. GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this lawn mower does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence,...

  • Page 11: Specifications

    • Turn lawn mower on its side. sure air filter and carburetor are up. • Use a wood block between blade and...
  • Page 12 Change the oil after every 25 hours of operation or at least once a year if the lawn mower is not used for 25 hours in one year. Check the crankcase starting the engine and after each five (5)
  • Page 13 • Remove engine oil cap; lay aside on a clean surface. • Tip lawn mower on its side as shown and drain oil into a suitable container. lawn mower back and forth to remove any oil trapped inside of engine.
  • Page 14 The rear deflector, attached between the rear wheels of your lawn mower, is provided to minimize the possibility that objects will be thrown out the rear of the lawn mower into the operator's mowing position. If the rear deflector becomes damaged, it should be replaced.

  • Page 15: Engine Speed

    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. CARBURETOR Your carburetor has a non-adjustable fixed main jet for mixture control.
  • Page 16 30 days or more. LAWNMOWER When lawn mower is to be stored for a period of time, clean itthoroughly, remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a clean, dry area.
  • Page 17 Loose blade or broken blade adapter. Control bar in released position. Control bar defective. Loss of power Rear of lawn mower housing or cutting blade dragging in heavy grass. Cutting too much grass. Dirty air filter. Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower.

  • Page 18: Troubleshooting

    Contact an authorized se_ce center. Replace blade adapter. Move lawn mower to cut grass or to hard surface. Adjust or replace drive control cable. Put belt on pulleys or replace belts if broken. Raise cutting height.
  • Page 20 Seal 57072 48373 Gear Case Halves Kit (Includes Key Nos. 4, and 7) 77881 Beadng WormShaft 137051 NOTE: in U.S. inches. - - MODEL NO. 917.377544 PART NUMBER 702511 PART 1/4-20 x 137074 57079 Bracket 131484 700343 86447 137050 750436X...
  • Page 21 ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917.377544 12 10 /_r12...
  • Page 22 ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917.377544 PART DESCRIPTION UpperHandle 165452X479 Engine Zone Control Cable 156577 MulcherPlug 150425 WireTie 66426 HandleKneb 136376 Contror Bar 145793 Rear Door Kit 151023 Pop Rivet 188415 Self Tapping Screw #10-24 x 5/8 150050 Hex Tapping Screw w/Seres 1/4-20 x 1/2...
  • Page 23 ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917.377544...
  • Page 24 ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODE L NU MBER 917.377544 PART DESCRIPTION 145755 Control Cable Assembly Locknut #10-24 751152 Pan Head Machine Screw 1/4 x 2.12 158755 V-Belt 146527 150495 Spring Retainer 77400 Hubcap 145212 Flanged Nut 151156 Wheel & Tire Assembly...
  • Page 25 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE :ENGINE MODEL NO. 143.996510 262/8 .285 151A 275,...
  • Page 26 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENG!NE PART DESCRIPTION 37266 Cylinder (Inct 2,20 & 150) Dowel Pin 26727 Breather Element 33734 Breather Ass'y Oncl 6 & 12A/ 36557 BreatherTube 36775 0feather Cover & Tube (Incl 36558 126) Breather Tube Elbow 36694 Washer 28277 Governor...
  • Page 27 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NO. 143.996510 _--37 (_m37...
  • Page 28 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION 640174 Carburetor (Incl. 184 of Engine Parts List) 631615 Throttle Shaft & Lever Assembly 631767 Throttle Return Spring Dust Seal Washer 631184 631183 Dust Seal (Throttle) Throttle Shutter 640O70 Shutter Screw 650506 631807 Fuel Fitting...
  • Page 29 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE PART 590702 590599A 590600 590696 590601 590697 590698 590699 590700 590703 590535 590701 MODEL NO. 143.996510 --11 DESCRIPTION Recoil Starter Spring Pin (Incl. 4) Washer Retainer Washer Brake Spring Starter Dog Dog Spnng Pulley & Rewind Spring Ass'y Starter Housing Ass'y.
  • Page 30 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE PART 590739 590740 590616 590617 590618A 590638 590535 5907O1 590760 MODEL NO. 143.996510 !_ ---T4 _--7 DESCRIPTION Rewind Starter Retainer Starter Dog Dog Spring Pulley & Rewind Spring Ass'y Starler Housing Ass'y (40 degree grommet) Starter Rope (Length 98" x 9/64" dia,)
  • Page 31 For in-home major brand repair service: Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 1-800-4-MY-Home Para pedir servicio de reparacibn a domicilio In Canada for all your service and parts needs call Au Canada pour tout le service ou les pieces For the repair or replacement parts you need: Call 6 am-11pm CST, 7 days a week 1-800-366-PART...

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