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Craftsman 917.378441 Owner's Manual

Rotary lawn mower 6.5 horsepower 21" rear discharge
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ICRRFTSMRN°I
ROTARY LAWN MOWER
6.5 Horsepower
21" Rear Discharge
Model No.
917.378441
CAUTION:
Read and follow all
Safety Rules and Instructions
beforeoperatingthis equipment
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
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website:www.sears.com/craftsman

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  • Page 1 Owner's Manual ICRRFTSMRN°I ROTARY LAWN MOWER 6.5 Horsepower 21" Rear Discharge Model No. 917.378441 CAUTION: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions beforeoperatingthis equipment Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman...
  • Page 2 Back Cover Maintenance ......... 10-13 LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN POWER MOWER For two years from date of purchase, when this Craftsman Lawn Mower is maintained, lubricated, and tuned up according to the operating and maintenance instructions the owner's...
  • 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 II. 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...

  • 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. with the engine (motor) running. • Never attempt to make wheel height Disconnect the spark plug wire, and adjustments...
  • Page 5 Read these instructions and this manual HOW TO SET UP YOUR LAWN in its entirety before you attempt to MOWER 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 KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUALAND 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...

  • Page 7: Drive Control

    Operator presence control bar Drive The operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your lawn mower or performing any adjustments or repairs.

  • Page 8: To Empty Grass Catcher

    TO EMPTY GRASS CATCHER ADD GASOLINE • Fill fuel tank to bottom of tank filler 1. Lift up on grass catcher using the frame handle. neck. Do not overfill. Use fresh, clean, 2. Remove grass catcher with clippings regular unleaded gasoline with a from under lawn mower handle.

  • Page 9: To Stop Engine

    MULCHING MOWING TIPS Move throttle control lever to FAST position. IMPORTANT: For best performance, Hold operator presence control bar keep mower housing free of built-up down to the handle and pull starter grass and trash. See "CLEANING" in the handle quickly. Do not allow starter Maintenance section of this manual.

  • Page 10: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE /__°_./_n__" FILL IN DATES REGU R SERV,CE OATE Check for Loose Fasteners Clean/Inspect Grass Catcher (If Equipped) Clean Lawn Mower Power-Propelled Mowers) Clean Under Drive Cover Check drive belt/pulleys Power-PropelledMowers) Check/Sharpen/Replace Blade ! LubricationChart Clean Battery/Recharge IElectric Start Mowers! Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil V'1.2...

  • Page 11: Specifications

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Serial Number: Date of Purchase: Gasoline Capacity / Type: 1.6 Quarts (Unleaded Regular) Oil Type (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (above 32°F); SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) Oil Capacity: 20 Ounces Spark Plug (Gap: .030") Champion RJ19LM or J19LM Blade Bolt Torque: 35-40 ft.
  • Page 12 GRASS CATCHER NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting • The grass catcher may be hosed with cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils water, but must be dry when used. will result in increased oil consumption • Check your grass catcher often for when used above 32°F.
  • Page 13 TO CLEAN AIR FILTER SPARK PLUG Loosen screw and tilt cover to remove. Replace spark plugs at the beginning Carefully remove cartridge. each mowing season or after every 100 Clean by gently tapping on a flat hours of operation, whichever occurs first.
  • Page 14 TO REMOVE DRIVE BELT 1. Remove drive cover. Remove belt from gearcase pulley by pushing down on pulley and rolling belt off it. 2. Turn lawn mower on its side with air filter and carburetor 3. Remove blade. 4. Remove debris shield.
  • Page 15 CARBURETOR IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the engine governor, which is factory set for Your carburetor is not adjustable. If your proper engine speed. Overspeeding engine does not operate properly due to engine above the factory high speed suspected carburetor problems, take your setting can be dangerous.

  • Page 16: Troubleshooting

    • Never use engine or carburetor cleaner Pull starter handle slowly a few times to distribute oil. products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur. Replace with new spark plug. • Use fresh fuel next season. OTHER NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable •...
  • Page 17 TROUBLESHOOTING - See appropriate section in manual unless directed to a Sears Service Center. CAUSE PROBLEM CORRECTION 1. Rear of lawn mower Loss of power 1. Set to "Higher Cut" housing or cutting blade position. dragging in heavy grass. Cutting too much grass. 2.
  • Page 18 GARANTJA LIMITADA DE DOS AI_IOS PARA LA SEGADORA A MOTOR CRAFTSMAN Por dos (2) afios, a partir de la fecha de compra, cuando esta Segadora Craftsman se mantenga, lubrique y aline aegSn laa instrucciones para la operaci6n y el mantenimiento en el manual del dueho, Sears reparard gratis todo defecto en el material y la mano de obra.
  • Page 19 I. OPERACION I1. OPERAClON SOBRE LAS CUESTAS • Antes de empezar, debe familiarizarse Los accidentes ocurren con m&s frecuencia completamente con los controles y el use en las cuestas. Estos accidentes ocurren correcto de la maquina. Para esto, debe leer debido a resbaladas o cafdas, las cuales y comprender todas las instrucciones que pueden resultar en graves lesiones.

  • Page 20: Mantenimiento

    • Nunca haga luncionar una m&quina dentro • Pare e inspeccione el equipo si le pega a un de un &tea cerrada. objeto. Repdrelo, si es necesario, antes de hacerlo arrancar. • Nunca haga ajustes o reparaciones mientras el motor est_ en marcha. •...
  • Page 21 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 pellizcar o dafiar los ACEITE O GASOLINA en el motor.
  • Page 22 FAMILIARICESE CON SU SEGADORA LEA ESTE MANUAL DEL DUEI_IO Y LAS REGLAS DE SEGURIDAD ANTES DE OPERAR SU SEGADORA. Compare las ilustraciones con su segadora para familiarizarse con la ubicaci6n de los diversos controles y ajustes. Guarde este manual para referencia en el futuro. Estos simbolos pueden apareser sobre su segadora o en la literatura proporcionada con el producto.
  • Page 23 Barra de control q ue exigela presencia del operador Control segadora puede hacer que salten objetos extra_os dentro La operaci6n de cualquier de sus ojos, Io que puede producir daSos graves en estos. Siempre use anteojos de seguridad o protecci6n para los ojos mientras opere su ii NN segadora o cuando haga ajustes o reparaciones.
  • Page 24 PARA VACIAR EL RECOGEDOR AGREGUE GASOLINA ClaSPED • Llene el estanque de combustible hasta la parta inferior del cuello de relleno del 1. Levante el recogedor de c_sped usando el estanque de gasolina. No 1oIlene mango del bastidor. demasiado. Use gasolina regular, sin Remueva el recogedor de c_sped, con los plomo, nueva y limpia con el mfnimo de 87 recortes, de debajo del mango de la...

  • Page 25: Para Parar

    CONSEJOS PARA SEGAR Mueva la palanca de control de ACOLCHAR aceleraci6n del motor ala posici6n de RAPIDO. IMPORTANTE: Pare obtener el mejor 3. Sujete la barra de controles que exigen la rendimiento mantenga la caja de la segadora presencia del operador abajo en el mango sin acumulacion de cesped y basura.
  • Page 26 PROGRAMA DE MANTENIMIENTO /__JJ Revisar si hay sujetadores sueltos Umpiartlnspeccionar el recogedor de c_sped (si viene equipado) i Limpiar la segadora Umpiar debajo de la cubierta de la trans- rnisi6n (segadoras con poder propulsor) sadas (se@adoras con polar propulsor) Revisar las correas y las poleas impul- Revisar o/afilar/cambiar la cuchilla Tabla de lubficaci6n Umpiar la bater fa/recargar...

  • Page 27: Del Producto

    ESPECIFICAClONES DEL PRODUCTO N_mero de Serie: Fecha de Compra: Capacidad y Tipo de Gasolina: 1.6 Cuartos (Regular sin Plomo) Tipo de Aceite (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (sobre 32°F);SAE 5W-30 (debajo 32°F) Capaciclad de Aceite: 20 Onzas Bujfa (Abertura: .030") Champion RJ19LM o J19LM Torsibn del Perno de la Cuchilla: 35-40 ft.
  • Page 28 RECOGEDOR DE ClaSPED AVISO: A pesar de que los aceites de • El recogedor de cOsped puede ser rociado multiviscosidad (5W30, 10W30, etc.) mejoran el arranque en clima frio, estos aceites de con el agua de la manguera pero tiene que multiviscosidad van ha aumantar el consumo estar seco cuando se vaya a usar.
  • Page 29 BUJ|AS PARA LIMPIAR EL FILTRO DE AIRE Cambie las bujfas al comienzo de cada 1. Suelte el tomillo e incline la cubierta para temporada de siega o despu_s de cada 100 removerlo. horas de operaci6n, Io que suceda primero. El Cuidadosamente, remueva el cartucho.
  • Page 30 PARA REMOVER LA CORREA DE IMPULSI6N 1, Remueva la cubierta de la impulsi6n. Remueva la correa empujando hacia abajo en la polea de la caja de engranajes. Haga descansar la segadora en su lado con el filtro de aire y el carburador mirando hacia arriba.
  • Page 31 CARBURADOR IMPORTANTE: Nunca manipule el regulador del motor, el que ha sido ajustado en la f_,brica Su carburedor no es ajustable. Si su motor no est_ funcionando en forma adecuada debido a para la velocidad del motor adecuada. Puede ser peligroso hacer tuncionar el motor a una problemas que se sospecha vienen del velocidad por sobre el ajuste de alta velocidad carburador, Ileve su segadora a contacto con...
  • Page 32 • Nunca uselosproductos p ara limpieza del 3. Tire la manilla de arranque lentamente carburador o del motor en el estanque de unas cuantas veces para distribuir el aceite. combustible pues se pueden producir daSos permanentes. Cambie por una bujia nueva. •...

  • Page 33: Solucion De Problemas

    SOLUCION DE PROBLEMAS - Vea la secci6n apropiada en el manual amenos un centro de servico Sears. est6 dirigido PROBLEMA CAUSA CORRECCI6N Falta de 1. Cuchilla desgastada, doblada 1. Ajuste a la posici6n de fuerza o suelta. "Code m_.s alto." 2.
  • Page 34 CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.378441 =2 30...
  • Page 35 CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.378441 KEY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 183485 Upper Handle, with Grip 175060X004 Delector Spring 151721x479 LowerHandle 165762X004 Axle Arm Assembly LR 180955 Control Bar 180625 Hubcap 133107 Bolt Engine Zone Control Cable...
  • Page 36 CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.378441 t; ;" ""...
  • Page 37 CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.378441 PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 179681 Pan Head Tapping Screw #10-24 x 2-3/4 Control Cable Assembly 175262 Drive Cover Locknut #10-24 178843 751152 Hex Washer Head Screw 1/4-20 x 2.12 132010...
  • Page 38 CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.378441 GEAR CASE ASSEMBLY - - PART NUMBER 180184 15 12 KEY PART DESCRIPTION 183497 Case, Lower 183498 Case, Upper 183499 Gear, 27 Teeth 183500 Lever, Clutch 183501 Spring, Return 183502 Shaft,...
  • Page 39 BRIGGS & STRATI'ON MODEL NUMBER 123K02 4-CYCLE ENGINE TYPE NUMBER 0183-E1 11019 LABEL KITI 684 _* 5251 / 635 _ 307_ 46 ,_ 123K02-0183-E1...
  • Page 40 BRIGGS & STRATTON MODEL NUMBER 123K02 4-CYCLE ENGINE TYPE NUMBER 0183-E1 g6.__6 _ 159_ 163_ 977 CARBURETOR 163_ 633_ GASKET 276_ I_1 P.ARRURET_R OVFRHAUL KI" 633 _©_ 276 _ 123K02-0183-E1...

  • Page 41: Briggs& Stratton

    BRIGGS& STRATTON MODEL NUMBER123K02 4-CYCLE ENGINE TYPE NUMBER 0183-E1 969 | 921 _ 592_) 689 O I 1036 EMISSIONS LABEL 123K02-0183-E1...
  • Page 42 BRIGGS & STRA'R'ON MODEL NUMBER 123K02 4-CYCLE ENGINE TYPE NUMBER 0183-E1 358 ENGINE GASKET 8420 524'_ 163_ 334_ s62N 9j_ l - 621_ 922_ 123K02-0183-E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 399781 697322 Cylinder Assembly • Seal, Oil, PTO Side 691092 399269 Kit, Bushing/Seal Screw, Engine Sump 692315...
  • Page 43 BRIGGS & STRA'n'ON MODEL NUMBER 123K02 4-CYCLE ENGINE TYPE NUMBER 0183-E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 499424 Rod, Connecting 691219 Cup, Flywheel 692299 Plate, Paw[ Friction 691664 Screw, Connecting Rod 281505 Pawl, Ratchet 695759 Screw, Connecting Rod 262651 Valve, Exhaust 231082 Nut, Governor Control Lever 262652 Valve, Intake...
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