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- Page 1 SF_/A/ S [RaFTZ MODEL NUMBER 917.378290 OWNER'S MANUAL • Assembly • Operation • Customer •Responsibilities • Service • Adjustments • Repair Parts Caution: Read and Follow all Safety Rules and Instructions Before Operating This Equipment...
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Page 2: Safety Rules
SAFETY RULES PL. TO P.E,,E.T ACCIDE.TAL START,.G W.EN UP. TRANSPORT,. , AD USTI.G CAUT,ON: A'WAYSO,SCON.ECTSPARKPLOGWIREANDP.ACEW, REW.EREITCANNOTCONTACTSPA IMPORTANT REPAIRS. SAFETY STANDARDS REQUIRE OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROLS TO MINIMIZE THE RiSK OF INJURY. YOUR UNIT iS EQUIPPED WITH SUCH CONTROLS. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO DEFEAT THE FUNCTION OF THE OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROLS UNDER ANY CIRCUM- STANCES. -
Page 3: Product Specifications
Sears will repair free of charge any defect in material or workmanship. If this Craftsman Lawn Mower is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase. - Page 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ............SERVICE AND ADJ USTMENTS ......... 12 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ........3 STORAGE ..............CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ....... 3, 9-11 TROUBLESHOOTING ..........23 WARRANTY ..............REPAIR PARTS - LAWN MOWER ......15-19 ASSEMBLY ..............REPAIR PARTS - ENGINE ........20-22 OPERATION ..............
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Page 5: Accessories
LAWN MOWER ACCESSORIES i ii These accessories were available when this lawn mower was produced. 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. -
Page 6: Engine Zone Control
OPERATION i ill i i. KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER READ THiS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER. Compare the illustrationswith your lawn mower to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. -
Page 7: Drive Control
OPERATION HOWTO USE YOUR LAWN MOWER OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROLBAR ENGINE SPEED The engine speed was set at the factory for optimum performance. Speed is not adjustable. ENGINE ZONE CONTROL CAUTION: Federal regulations require DRIVE & CONTROL CONTROL an engine control to be installed on this lawn mower in order to minimize the risk of blade contact injury. -
Page 8: Starting
OPERATION BEFORE STARTING ENGINE GASOLINE RLLER CAP OIL (See Fig. 5) Your lawn mower is shipped withoutoil in the engine. • Be sure mower is level and area around oitfill is clean. • Removeengineoilcapwidipstickandfilltothefullline on the dipstick. • Use 20 ozs. of oil. For type and grade of oilto use, see "ENGINE"... -
Page 9: Customer Responsibilities 3
ii ii iii1|i CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES i1|1111|11 O,.T .,°cosc. ouL ..FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE _"___,_O__._._ _._ ._'_. ,_._ _¢._:_t,_ Check for Loose Fasteners Clean/Inspect Grass Catcher (If Equipped) Clean Lawn Mower V" ..IV # Inspect/Clean Drive Wheels (Self-Propelled Mowers) sharpeniF_eplace... -
Page 10: Replacement
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ll== LAWN MOWER CRANK- BLADE Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- ADAPTER_ KEYWAY nance. TIRES • Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemi- BLADE cals which can harm rubber. • Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and other hazards that may cause tire damage. -
Page 11: Service
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ENGINE LUBRICATION Use only high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SG. Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature. SAE VISCOSITY GRADES I °F -2_' 0 ° _0 ° 32° 40 _ 60 = 80 = 100 °... -
Page 12: Drive Belt
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Release control bar. • Make sure the blade and all moving parts have completely stopped. • Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place where it cannot come in contact with plug. LAWN MOWER TO ADJUST CUTTING... -
Page 13: Adjustments Carburetor
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST HANDLE (See Figs, 10 Thru 12) SHIPPING POSITION Your lawn mower handle can be raised or loweredforyour MEDIUM LOW MEDIUM HIGH mowing comfort. Four (4) positionsare available: high, medium high, medium low and low. Handles are shipped mounted in the medium low position. -
Page 14: Storage
i, ......STORAGE Immediately prepare your lawn mower for storage at the ENGINE end of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more. FUEL SYSTEM LAWN MOWER IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT DEPOSITS FROM FORMING... - Page 15 REPAIR PARTS 22" CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NO. 917.378290 GEAR CASE ASSEMBLY PART NUMBER 702511 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 17490416 Tapping Screw 1/4-20 x 1-1/4 86447 Helical Gear 137055X004 Engagement Bracket 137050 Clutch Jaw 137053 Shifter 750436X...
- Page 16 REPAIR PARTS CRAFTSMAN 22" ROTARY LAWN MOWER - MODEL NO. 917.378290...
- Page 17 REPAIR PARTS CRAFTSMAN 22" ROTARY LAWN MOWER - MODEL NO. 917.378290 DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION PART Shoulder Bolt 133088X479 Upper Handle 84921 Wheel & Tire Assembly 63601 Locknut 88560 Washer Zone Control Cable 52160 702798 Locknut 3/18-I6 128415 Pop Rivet 751592...
- Page 18 REPAIR PARTS CRAFTSMAN 22" ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917.378290 ,--k €o...
- Page 19 REPAIR PARTS CRAFTSMAN 22" ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917.378290 PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION Pan Head Tapping Screw #10-24 x 2-3/4 137076 Control Cable Assembly 87866 Hex Washer Head Screw #10-24 x 3/4 48029 Control Head Kit 750097 Drive Cover...
- Page 20 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.943806 \310...
- Page 21 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL N UMBER 1 43.943806 REF PART REF PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 35395 Resistor Spark Plug (RJ19LM) 36470 Cylinder (includes Ref. #2 and 20) Dowel Pin 35991 Valve Spring 26727 31673 Breather Element Valve Spring Cap...
- Page 22 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL N UMBER 1 43.943806 IIII l llI CARBURETOR NO. 632646 REF PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 632646 Carburetor, Complete (Includes #184 of Engine Parts List) 631615 Throttle Shaft and Lever Assembly 631767 Throttle Return Spring 631184 Dust Seal Washer, Throttle...
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Page 23: Handle Height
TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Does not start 1. Dirtyairfilte_ Clean/replace air filter. 2. Out offuel. Fill fuel tank. 3. Staiefuel. Drain tank and refill with fresh clean fuel. 4. WaterinfueL Drain fuel tank and carburetorand refill tank with fresh gasoline. - Page 24 FOLLOWING INFORMATION: REPAIR SERVICE OR PARTS: • PRODUCT- LAWN MOWER • MODEL NUMBER - 917.378290 FOR REPAIR SERVICE, CALL • ENGINE - CRAFTSMAN - MODEL NO. 143.943806 THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER: • PART NUMBER 1-800-4-REPAIR • PART DESCRIPTION (1-800-473-7247) Your Sears merchandise...
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