Summary of Contents for Craftsman ROTARY LAWN MOWER 917.38841
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917.388410 • 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 6017_ Visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.com/craftsman...
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Sears will repair free of charge any defect in material or workman- ship. If this Craftsman Lawn Mower is used for commercial applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase. This Warranty does not cover: •...
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sandals. Wear only solid shoes 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.
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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...
Lower handle 3-Position handle adjustment Handle TO INSTALL ATTACHMENTS Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be used as a mulcher. To convert to bagging or discharging, see "To convert mower" in the OPERATION manual. Mowing posiUon section of this...
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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. These symbols may appear on your lawn mower or in literature supplied with the product.
Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be used as a mulcher. To convert to bagging or discharging: REAR BAGGING • Lift rear door of the lawn mower and place the grass catcher frame hooks onto the door pivot pins. • To convert to mulching or discharging operation, remove grass catcher and close rear door.
Mulcher Door Discharge deflector 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 fill to the full line on the dipstick.
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.
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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. To receive full value from the warranty,operator must maintain mower as instructed in this manual.
AIR GAP: BLADE BOLTTORQUE: 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 performing any maintenance.
• Remove engine oil cap; lay aside on a clean surface. • Tip lawn mower on its side and drain oil into a suitable mower back and forth to remove any oil trapped inside of engine.
• Turn lawn mower on its side. Make sure air filter and carburetor are up. Clean the underside of your lawn mower by scraping to remove build--up and trash.
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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.
Never cover mower while engine and exhaust areas are still 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 PROBLEM CAUSE 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. Too much oil in engine. Walking speed too fast.
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CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER -- MODEL NO. 917.388410...
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CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE O--2 MODEL NO. 143.006714 KEY PART DESCRIPTION ----590702 Recoil Starter 590599A Spring Pin (Incl. 4) 590600 Washer 590696 Retainer 590601 Washer 590697 Brake Spring 590698 Starter Dog 590699 Dog Spring 590700 Pulley & Rewind Spring Ass y.