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6.75 HORSEPOWER
21" REAR DISCHARGE
ROTARY LAWN MOWER
Model No.
917.388620
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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
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- Page 1 917.388620 • 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 Visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.com/craftsman Estates, IL 60179...
- Page 2 Maintenance LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN For two years from date of purchase, when this Craftsman Lawn Mower is maintained, lubricated, and tuned up according to the operating and maintenance the owner's manual, Sears will repair free of charge any defect in material or work- manship.
- Page 3 • Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads. • Stop the engine (motor) whenever you leave the equipment, before cleaning the mower or unclogging the chute. • Shut the engine (motor) off and wait until the blade comes to complete stop before removing grass catcher.
- Page 4 They are also availableat most Sears retailoutletsand service centers. Most Sears stores can also order repairparts 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 5 3. Remove all packing materials except padding between upper and lower handle and padding holding operator presence control bar to upper handle. 4. Roll lawn mower out of carton and check carton thorougly for additional loose parts. HOWTO SET UPYOUR...
- Page 6 LAWN MOWER, Compare the illustrations with your lawn mower to familiarizeyoumelf withthe locationof variouscontrolsand adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. These symbols may appear on your lawn mower or in literature suppliedwith the product. Learn and understandtheir meaning. CAUTION...
- Page 7 Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be used as a mutcher. To convertto bagging : REAR BAGGING • Liftrear door of the lawn mower and place the grass catcherframe hooks onto the door pivot pins. • To convertto mulchingoperation,remove grass catcher and dose rear door.
- Page 8 BEFORE STARTING E NGINE ADD OIL Your l awnmower is shipped w ithout oilin engine. Engine holds 20 oz. of oil. For type and grade of oil to use, see "ENGINE" in Maintenance section of this manual. 1. Be sure lawnmowar is level and area around oil fill is clean.
- Page 9 At this time the grass has dried and the newly cut area will not be exposed to the direct sun. • 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.
- Page 10 Gharg e 48 hours at end of _ason. 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.
- Page 11 .030") BLADE BOLT TORQUE: The model and serial numbers will be found on a decal attached to the rear of the lawn mower housing.Record both serial number and date of purchase in space provided above. LAWN MOWER Always observe safety rules when...
- 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 oil level before starting the engine and after each five (5)
- Page 13 • Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline, oil,etc. • We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean lawn mower unless the electrical system, muffler, air filter and carburetor are covered to keep water out. Water in engine can result in...
- Page 14 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 adiustment.
- Page 15 30 days or more. LAWN MOWER When lawn mower is to be stored for a period of time, clean it thoroughly, remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a clean, dry area.
- Page 16 7. Loose blade or broken blade adapter. 8. Control bar in released position. 9. Control bar defective. Loss of power 1. Rear of lawn mower housingor cutting blade dragging in heavy grass. 2. Cutting too much grass. 3. Dirty air filter.
- Page 17 2. Contact a Sears or other qualified service center. 3. Replace blade adapter. 4. Move lawn mower to cut grass or to hard surface. 1. Raise cutting height. 2. Replace blade. 3. Clean grass catcher.
- Page 18 CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER-- MODEL NO. 917.388620...
- Page 19 CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER -- MODEL NO. 917.388620 PART DESCRIPTION 131696 Control Bar 166860X479 UpperHande 1611(_X479 LowerH_dle 132001 RogeGuide 63601 Locknut 1/4-20 131959 Handle Bblt 66426 Wire Tie 7478(_12 Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 3/4 156577 Engine Zone Control Cable 750097...
- Page 20 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.016702 370C 182216 223_ "305 "306...
- Page 21 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION 37465 Cylinder IncL 2 & 20) 26727 Dowe Pin 33734 Breather Element 36557 Breather Ass'y. (Incl, 6 & 12A) 36775 Breather Tube 36558 Breather Cover & Tube (Incl, 12B) 36694 Breather Tube Elbow 28277 Washer 30589 Governor Rod (Incl.
- Page 22 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION 640271 Carburetor (Incl. 184 of Engine Parts List) 31615 Throttle Shaft & Lever Assembly 31767 Throttle Return Spring 631184 * Oust Seal Washer 631183 * Oust Seal (Thro01e) 640070 Throttle Shutter 650506 * Shutter Screw...
- Page 23 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143,016702 PART DESCRIPTION 590702 Recoil Starter 590599A _OadnhgePin (Incl. 4) 590600 590696 Retainer 590601 Washer 590697 Brake Spring 590698 Starter uog 590699 Dog Spring 590700 Pulley & Rewind Spring Ass'y 590703 Starter Ho_sing Ass'y. (40 degree grommet)
- Page 24 Get it fixed, at your home or ourst 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 (1-800-469-4663) 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 &...