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Craftsman 917.378800 Owner's Manual

Rotary lawn mower 5.5 horsepower power-propelled 21" multi-cut
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ICRRFTSMRN°I
ROTARY LAWN MOWER
5.5 Horsepower
Power-propelled
21" Multi-cut
Model No.
917.378800
CAUTION:
Read and follow all
Safety Rules and Instructions
before operatingthis equipment
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
Visit our Craftsman website:www, sears.com/craftsman

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  • Page 1 Owner's Manual ICRRFTSMRN°I ROTARY LAWN MOWER 5.5 Horsepower Power-propelled 21" Multi-cut Model No. 917.378800 CAUTION: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operatingthis equipment Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. Visit our Craftsman website:www, sears.com/craftsman...
  • Page 2 If this Craftsman Lawn Mower is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase. This Warranty does not cover: • Expendable...
  • Page 3 I.GENERAL OPERATION • Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when • Read, understand, and follow all operating mower. instructions on the machine and in the I1. SLOPE OPERATION manual(s) before starting. Be thor- oughly familiar with the controls and Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall accidents which can result in the proper use of the machine...

  • Page 4: Lawn Mower Maintenance

    • Never run a machine inside a closed • Stop and inspect the equipment if you area. strike an object. Repair, if necessary, • Never make adjustments or repairs before restarting. • Never attempt to make wheel height with the engine (motor) running. Disconnect the spark plug wire, and adjustments while the engine (motor) is running.

  • Page 5: How To Set Up Your Lawn Mower

    HOW TO SET UP YOUR LAWN Read these instructions and this manual MOWER in its entirety before you attempt to assemble or operate your new lawn TO UNFOLD HANDLE mower. IMPORTANT: Unfold handle carefully so IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is as not to pinch or damage control cables.
  • Page 6 KNOWYOUR LAWN MOWER READTHISOWNER'S MANUAL AND ALL 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...

  • Page 7: Drive Control

    DRIVE CONTROL The operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign • Self-propelling is controlled by holding objects thrown into the the operator presence control bar down eyes, which can result in to the handle and pushing the drive severe eye damage.

  • Page 8: To Convert Mower

    TO CONVERT MOWER 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. •...

  • Page 9: Before Starting Engine

    ADD GASOLINE TO EMPTY GRASS CATCHER • Fill fuel tank to bottom of tank filler Lift up on grass catcher using the frame handle. neck. Do not overfill. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with a Remove grass catcher with clippings from under lawn mower handle.

  • Page 10: To Start Engine

    TO START ENGINE • Pores in cloth grass catchers can become filled with dirt and dust with NOTE:Dueto protectivecoatingson the use and catchers will collect less grass. engine, a small amount of smoke may be To prevent this, regularly hose catcher present during the initial use of the off with water and let dry before using.

  • Page 11: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ___._J ,sYOO OOMPL E ..EOU...E..,C. 'ER"OE DATES Check for Loose Fasteners Clean/Inspect Grass Catcher (If Equipped) oM Clean Lawn Mower Clean Under Drive Cover (Power-Propelled Mowers) Check drive belt/pulleys (Power-Propelled Mowers) Check/Sharpen/Replace Blade 1/'3 Lubrication Chart Clean Battery/Recharge IEie=dcStart Mowers! I,/4 E Check En_lineOil Level...

  • Page 12: Specifications

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ;erial number: Date of purchase: Gasoline capacity / type: 1.0 quarts (unleaded regular) Oil type (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (above 32°F); SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) Oil capacity: 18.5 ounces Spark plug (gap: .030") NGK BPR6ES Blade bolt torque: 35-40 ft. Ibs. •...
  • Page 13 GRASS CATCHER ,SAE VISCOSITYGRADES • The grass catcher may be hosed with water, but must be dry when used. • Check your grass catcher often for £ damage or deterioration. Through TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE normal use it will wear. If catcher needs replacing, replace only with a manufac- NOTE: Although...

  • Page 14: Spark Plug

    SPARK PLUG AIR FILTER Your engine will not run properly and may Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 be damaged by using a dirty air filter. Replace the air filter every 100 hours of hours of operation, whichever occurs first.
  • Page 15 TO ASSEMBLE GRASS CATCHER TO REMOVE DRIVE BELT 1. Remove drive cover. Remove belt 1. Put grass catcher frame into grass bag from gearoase pulley by pushing with rigid part of bag on the bottom. Make sure the frame handle is outside down on pulley and rolling belt off it.
  • Page 16 Immediately prepare your lawn mower for storage at the end of the season or if the control bar unit will not be used for 30 days or more. LAWN MOWER When lawn mower is to be stored for a Lower period of time, clean it thoroughly, remove handl_...

  • Page 17: Troubleshooting

    CYLINDER • If possible, store your unit indoors and cover it to protect it from dust and dirt. Remove spark plug. • Cover your unit with a suitable protec- Pour one ounce (29 ml) of oil through tive cover that does not retain moisture. spark plug hole into cylinder.
  • Page 18 TROUBLESHOOTING - See appropriate section in manual unless directed to a Sears Service Center. PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Poor cut- 1. Worn, bent or loose blade. 1. Replace blade. Tighten uneven blade bolt. 2. Wheel heights uneven. Set all wheels at same height.
  • Page 19 GARANTIA LIMITADA DE DOS AI_IOS PARA LA SEGADORA A MOTOR CRAFTSMAN Por dos (2) aSos, a partir de la fecha de compra, cuando esta Segadora Craftsman se mantenga, lubrique y afine seg0n las instrucciones para la operaci6n y el mantenimiento en el manual del duei_o, Sears reparar&...
  • Page 20 I. OPERACION II. OPERACION SOBRE LAS CUESTAS Los accidentes ocurren con mds frecueneia • Antes de empezar, debe familiadzarse en las cuestas. Estes accidentes oeurren completamente con los controles y el uso correcto de ta maquina. Para esto, debe leer debido a resbaladas o cai'das, las cuales y comprender todas las instrucciones que pueden resultar en graves lesiones.

  • Page 21: Mantenimiento

    • Nunca haga funcionar una mdquina dentro • Pare e inspeccione el equipo sile pega a un de un drea cerrada. objeto. Repdrelo, si es necesario, antes de hacerlo arrancar. • Nunca haga ajustas o reparaciones mientras el motor est6 en mamha. •...
  • Page 22 Lea estas instrucciones y el manual COMO PREPARAR SU SEGADORA completamente antes de tratar de montar u PARA DESDOBLAR EL MANGO operar su segadora nueva. IMPORTANTE: Despliegue el mango con IMPORTANTE: Este cortacesped viene SIN mucho cuidado para no pelizcar o dafiar los ACEITE O GASOLINA en el motor.
  • Page 23 FAMILIARICESE CON SU SEGADORA LEA ESTE MANUAL eEL DUEI_IO Y LAS REGLAS DE SEGURIDAD ANTES DE OPERAR SU SEGADORA. Compare las ilustraciones con su segadora para familiadzarse con la ubicaci6n de los diversos controles y ajustes. Guarde este manual para referencia en el future. Estos simbolos pueden apareser sobre su segadora o en la literatura proporcionada con el producto.

  • Page 24: Para Ajustar La Altura De Corte

    CCONTROL DE LA IMPULSI6N segadora puede hacer qua • La autoimpulsi6n se controla al sujetar la salten objetos extrai_os dentro barra de control que exige la presencia del La operaci6n de cualquier de sus ojos, Io que puede operador hacia abajo en el mango y al producir da_os graves en 6stos.
  • Page 25 PARA CONVERTIR LA SEGADORA Su segadora rue enviada lista para usarse como acolchadora de capa vegetal. Para convertida a una operaci6n de ensacado o de descarga: SEGADORAS CON DESCARGA TRASERA • Levantar la puerta trasera de cortac_sped y colocar los ganchos del armazSn de la recolectora de hierba en los pasadores del quicio de la puerta.
  • Page 26 PARA VAClAR EL RECOGEDOR DE AGREGUE GASOLINA •Llene el estanque de combustible hasta la CESPED parte inferior del cuello de relleno del 1. Levante el recogedor de c_sped usando el estanque de gasolina. No Io Ilene mango del bastidor. demasiado. Use gasolina regular, sin Remusva el recogedor de crisped, con los plomo, nueva y limpia con el minimo de 87 recortes, de debajo del mango de la...
  • Page 27 PARA HACER ARRANCAR EL MOTOR • Los poros en los recogedores de c6sped AVISO: Debido alas capas protectoras del de tela pueden Ilenarse con mugre y polvo motor, una cantidad pequefia de humo puede con el uso y los recogedores recaudardn estar presente durente el uso inicial del menos c6sped.

  • Page 28: Antes De Cada Uso

    QUE COMPLETE SU SERVIClO REGULAR _,_._ oo..v,c,o Revisar si ha_/suietadores sueltos Limpiar/inspecclonar el recogedor de SE cdsped (si viene equipado) ll_#' Limpiar ia segadora AG Limpiar deba o de la cubierta de la trans- m stbn (segadoras con poder propulsor) sadas (se_ladoras con poder propuLsor) Revisar las correas y las poleas impul- Revisar o/afllar/camblar la cuchilla...

  • Page 29: Del Producto

    ESPEClFICAClONES DEL PRODUCTO NOmero de serie: Fecha de compra: _apacidad y tipo de gasolina: 1.0 cua_os (regularsin plomo) Tipo de aceite (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (sobre 32°F);SAE 5W-30 (deb_o 32°_i 18.5 onzas Capacidad de aceite: NGK BPR6ES Bujia (abertura: .030") 35-40FT, LBS.

  • Page 30: Caja De Engranajes

    RECOGEDOR DE ClaSPED CAUDADES DE VISCOSIDAD DE SAE • El recogedor de c6sped puede ser rociado con el agua de la manguera pero tiene que estar seco cuando se vaya a usar. • Revise su recogedor de c6sped a menudo para verificar si est&...
  • Page 31 BUJ|AS FILTRO DE AIRE Su motor puede sufrir avedas y funoionar de Cambie las bujl'asal comienzo de cada manera incon'ecta con un filtro del aire suoio. temporada de siega o despuds de cada 100 Sustituir el papel del cartucho una vez aJa_o o horas de operaci6n, 1oque suceda primero.
  • Page 32 PARA REMOVER LA CORREA DE IMPULSI6N PARA MONTAR Y ADJUNTAR EL RECOGEDOR DE ClaSPED Remueva la cubierta de la impulsi6n. Remueva la correa empujando hacia abajo 1. Ponga el basUdor del recogedor de c_sped en la polea de la caja de engranajes. en la bolsa del c6sped con la parte dgida Haga descansar la segadora en su lado de la bolsa en la parte inferior.Aseg_rese...

  • Page 33: Sistema De Combustible

    Inmediatamente prepare su segadora para el Barrade control q ue _ almacenamiento al final de cada temporada o exigela presoncia del_ /)_/' DOBLAR ff/"_ si la unidad no se va a usar por 30 dfas o operador _/_//H._CIA mds. jl////ADELANTE/,7" Mangosuperior _- ////PAPA SEGADORA...
  • Page 34 ACEITE DEL MOTOR • Si es posible, guarde su unidad en un Drene el aceite (con el motor caliente) y recinto cerrado y cLJbralapars protegerla cdmbielo con aceite de motor limpio. (Vea contra el polvo y la mugre. =MOTOR" en la secci6n de Mantenimiento de •...
  • Page 35 SOLUCI(_N DE PROBLEMAS - Vea la secci6n aproplada en el manual amenos estd dirigido a un centro de servico Sears. PROBLEMA CAUSA CORRECCl6N Mal corte- 1. Cuchilla desgastada, doblada 1. Cambie la ouchilla. Apriete el disparejo o suelta. pemo de la cuchilla. 2.
  • Page 36 SERVICE NOTES...

  • Page 37: Gear Case Assembly

    CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.378800 GEAR CASE ASSEMBLY-- PART NUMBER 175258 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 17490416 Tapping Screw 1/4-20 x 1-1/4 175248X004 Engagement Bracket 137053 Shifter 57072 Seal 48373 Gear Case Halves Kit (Includes Key Numbers 4 and 7)
  • Page 38 CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.378800...
  • Page 39 CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.378800 PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 181676 Upper Handle, withGrip 151721X479 Lower Handle 165_2X004AxleArmAssemblyLR 182551 Hubcap ControlBar 180626 13O861 Bolt Engine Zone Control Cable 165912 171407 Handle Bolt 57143 Washer, Wave 18O833...
  • Page 40 CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.378800 °...
  • Page 41 CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.378800 PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION DriveCover 179681 Control Cable Assembly 175065 Locknut #10-24 132010 Hex Flange Nut 751152 Hex Washer Head Screw 1/4-20 x 2.12 137052 Drive Pulley 158755 V-Belt 151521...
  • Page 42 HONDA 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER GCV-160-AIAE FAN COVER I CAMSHAFT FLYWHEEL _-1o 13--- 1--4 CARBURETOR...
  • Page 43 HONDA 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER GCV-160-AIAE CON1RO(. FANCOVER KL=Y PART KL=Y PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 5580311 Arm,Governor 3683646 Rubber, Supporter,107 mm 5580329 Rod, Governor 5026923 Petcock Assembly, Manual 5580345 Spr_ng, G ovemor 5580394 Bracket, Petcock 5580352 Spring,Throttle Return 5580451 Cap Assembly, Fuel Tank 4439428 Spring, Lever 5580469...
  • Page 44 HONDA 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER GCV-160-AIAE CYLINDER BARREL OIL PAN 0-18 CRANKSHAFT I PISTON CONNECTING ROD I LAIR CLEANER MUFFLER...
  • Page 45 HONDA 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER GCV-160-AIAE CYUNDERBARREL PISTON CONNECTING ROD I_-Y PART KEY PAR3" DESCRIPTION DESCRIPllON 5579982 CylinderAssembly 5580014 Piston 2399780 Clip, Valve Guide 1426576 Pin, Piston 5579990 Cover, Head 5580022 RodAssembly, Connecting 5580006 Cover Comp., Breather 1431055 Bolt,Connecting Rod 0636845 Bolt, Flange (6 x 12) 2605517...
  • Page 46 SERVICE NOTES...
  • Page 47 SERVICE NOTES...
  • Page 48 1-800-4-MY-HOME ® For the replacement parts, accessories and owner's manuals that you need to do-R-yourself,call Sears PartsDirectSM! 1-800-366-PART 6a.m.- 11 p.m., 7daysaweek (1-8oo...._7278) (u.sA only) www.sears._rect To purchase or inquire about a Sears Service Agreement or Sears Maintenance Agreement: 1-800-827-6655 (U.S.A.) 1-800-361-6665 7 am.-...

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