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Craftsman 917.387560 Owner's Manual

Rotary lawn mower 22" side discharge 4.5 hp
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ROTARY LAWN MOWER
4.5 Horsepower
22" Side Discharge
Model No.
917.387560
• EspaSol, p. 18
CAUTION:
Read and follow all
Safety Rules and Instructions
before operating this 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 ROTARY LAWN MOWER 4.5 Horsepower 22" Side Discharge Model No. 917.387560 • EspaSol, p. 18 CAUTION: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. Visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.com/craftsman...
  • Page 2 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. This Warranty does not cover: •...

  • Page 3: General Operation

    1.GENERAL OPERATION • Read,understand,andfollow all • Mow across the face of slopes: never instructionson the machineand in the up and down. Exercise extreme caution manual(s)beforestarting. Be thoroughly when changing direction on slopes. • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree familiar with the controls andthe proper limbs, etc.
  • Page 4 Repair Protection Agreements Congratulations on making a smart pur- Fast help by phone - phone support chase. Your new Craftsman@ product is from a Sears technician on products designed and manufactured for years of requiring in-home repair, plus conve- dependable operation.

  • Page 5: Maintenance

    These accessories were available when this lawn mower was produced. They are not shipped with your mower. They are also available at most Sears retail outlets service centers. Some of these accessories may not apply to your lawn mower. LAWN MOWER PERFORMANCE CLIPPING DEFLECTORS...

  • Page 6: How To Set Up Your Mower

    HOW TO SET UP YOUR MOWER Read these instructions and this manual its entirety before you attempt to assemble TO UNFOLD HANDLE or operate your new lawn mower. IMPORTANT: Unfold handle carefully IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is shipped as not to pinch or damage control cables.
  • Page 7 KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER READ THIS OWNER'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...

  • Page 8: To Convert Mower

    TO CONVERT MOWER The operation of any lawn Your mower is shipped ready to be used mower can result in foreign as a mulcher. To convert to bagging or objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in discharging: • Lift discharge guard and remove severe eye damage.

  • Page 9: To Start Engine

    BEFORE STARTING ENGINE Gasoline ADD OIL filler cap Your lawnmower is shipped without oil in the engine. For type and grade of oil to use, see "ENGINE" in the Maintenance section of this manual. CAUTION: DO NOT overfill engine with oil, or it will smoke heavily from the muffler on startup.
  • Page 10 MOWING TIPS MULCHING MOWING TIPS CAUTION: Do not use de-thatcher IMPORTANT: For best performance, blade attachments on your mower. Such keep mower housing free of built-up attachments are hazardous, will damage grass and trash. See "CLEANING" in the Maintenance section of this manual. your mower and could void your warranty.

  • Page 11: Maintenance Schedule

    MAINTENANCE BEFORE AFTER EVERY EVERY EVERY BEFORE EACH EACH 25 HOURS SCHEDULE HOURS ORSEASON HOURS STORAGE Check for Loose Fasteners Check Tires lean / inspect Grass Catcher * Check Drive Wheels *** Clean Lawn Mower ..M Clean under Drive Cover *** O Check Drive Belt / Pulleys *** Check / Sharpen / Replace Blade R Lubrication...

  • Page 12: Lawn Mower

    LAWN MOWER Blade adapter Crankshaft Always observe safety rules when per- Key_ keyway forming any maintenance. Blade TIRES • Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemicals which can harm rub- ber. • Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and other hazards that may...

  • Page 13: Spark Plug

    TO CHANGE AtR FILTER NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in cold weather, 1. Remove the air filter by turning coun- they will result in increased oil consumption terclockwise to the stop and pull away from collar. when used above 32°R Check...
  • Page 14 AqI, WARNING: To avoid serious injury, before performing any service or adjust- SQUEEZE ments: TO ADJUST _[-- 1. Release control bar and stop engine. 2. Make sure the blade and all moving Lower handle parts have completely stopped. 3. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark I_"...
  • Page 15 CARBURETOR IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the engine governor, which is factory Your carburetor has a non-adjustable for proper engine speed. Overspeeding fixed main jet for mixture control. If your the engine above the factory high speed engine does not operate properly due to setting...

  • Page 16: Troubleshooting

    • Empty the fuel tank by starting the en- Pour one ounce (29 ml) of oil through gine and let it run until the fuel lines and spark plug hole into cylinder. carburetor are empty. Pull starter handle slowly a few times to distribute oil.
  • Page 17 in manual unless directed TROUBLESHOOTING - See appropriate section to a Sears Parts & Repair Center. PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Loss of power 1. Rear of mower housing or 1. Raise cutting height. blade dragging in grass. Cutting too much grass. Raise cutting height.
  • Page 18 GARANTiA LIMITADA DE DOS ANOS PARA LA SEGADORA A MOTOR CRAFTSMAN Per dos (2) aSos, a partir de la fecha de compra, cuando esta Segadora Craftsman se mantenga, lubrique y afine segtJn las instrucciones para la operaci6n y el mantenimiento en el manual del dueSo, Sears reparara gratis todo defecto en el material y la mano de obra.
  • Page 19 liasabiertas. Pongase s iempre z apatos s 61idos. niSos. A menudo, los niSos se sienten atraidos por • Notiredela segadora haciaatrasa menos la maquina y por la actividad de la siega. Nunca queseaabsolutamente necesario. Mire suponga que los niSos van a permanecer en el siempre haciaabajoy haciadetrasantesy mismo lugar donde los vio por Qltima vez.
  • Page 20 Su • Ayuda r_pida por tel6fono- soporte tele- nuevo producto Craftsman® esta disefiado f6nico por parte de un tecnico Sears sobre y fabricado para funcionar de modo fiable por productos que requieren un arreglo en casa, muchos afios.

  • Page 21: Mantenimiento

    Estos accesorios estaban disponibles cuando se produjo la segadora. No son facilitados junto al cortacesped. Tambien estan disponibles en la mayoria de las tiendas de Sears yen los centros de servicio. Algunos de estos accesorios tal vez no se apliquen a su segadora. RENDIMIENTO DE LA SEGADORA DESVIADOR...
  • Page 22 COMO PREPARAR SU SEGADORA Lea estas instrucciones y este manual comple- tamente antes de tratar de montar u operar su PARA DESDOBLAR EL MANGO segadora nueva. IMPORTANTE: Despliegue el mango con IMPORTANTE: Este cortacesped viene SIN mucho cuidado para no pellizcar o darar los ACEITE O GASOLINA en el motor.
  • Page 23 FAMILIARICESE CON SU SEGADORA LEA ESTE MANUAL DEL DUENOY LAS REGLAS DE SEGURIDAD ANTES DE OPARAR 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 24: Para Ajustar La Altura De Corte

    PARA CONVERTIR LA SEGADORA La operaci6n de cualquier Su segadora es enviada para usarse como segadora puede hacer que acolchadora. Para convertirla a una operaci6n salten objetos extra_os dentro de de ensacado o de descarga: sus ojos, Io que puede producir •...
  • Page 25 ANTES DE HACER ARRANCAR _ilLPRECAUCI6N: Los combustibles MOTOR mezclados con alcohol (conocidos como AGREGUE ACEITE gasohol, o el uso de etanol o metanol) pueden Su segadora rue enviada sin aceite en el motor. atraer la humedad, la que conduce a la Para el tipo y el grado del aceite a utilizar, vea separaci6n y formaci6n de acidos durante el el "MOTOR"...
  • Page 26 _NSEJOS PAPA SEGAR CONSEJOS PARA SEGARY ACOLCHAR PRECAUCI6N: No utilizar dispositivos anti- IMPORTANTE: Para obtener el mejor paja de la hoja en la segadora ya que estos rendimiento mantenga la caja de la segadora accesorios son peligrosos, pueden daSar su sin acumulacion de cesped y basura.

  • Page 27: Programa De Mantenimiento

    PROGRAMA ANTES :)ESPUES CADA CADA CADA ANTES DE CADA DE CADA 25 HORAS ALMACE- MANTENIMIENTO HORAS TEMPORADA HORAS NAMIENTO Rov,sa, s,.oy.u,o,oOoros.oo,,os Limpiar/tnspeccionar el Recogedor de Cesped Controlar los Neumaficos Controlar las Ruedas Mortices Limpiar la ,egadora ..impiar debajo la Cubierta de la Transmisi6n Revisar las Correas y las PoJeas Impulsadas Revisar / Afilar / Cambiar la Cuchilla Lubricaci6n...
  • Page 28 SEGADORA Chavetero del Adaptador de la cuchilla ciguenal Ranura. Siempre observe las reglas de seguridad cu- ando haga el mantenimiento. Arandela de seguridad LLANTAS Cuchilla • Mantenga las Ilantas sin gasolina, aceite o substancias quimicas para control de insec- tos que pueden daSar la goma. •...

  • Page 29: Para Cambiar El Aceite Del Motor

    PARA CAMBIAR EL FILTRO DE AIRE AVISO: A pesar de que los aceites de multi- viscosidad (5W30, 10W30, etc.) mejoran el Remueva el filtro de aire girandolo en el arranque en clima frio, estos aceites de mul- sentido contrario en que giran las manillas tiviscosidad van ha aumentar el consumo de del reloj, hasta el tope, y retirelo del collar.
  • Page 30 _.DVERTENClA:Paraevitarlesi6nes serias, APRIETE antesdedarcalquier s ervico o dehacer PARA AJUSTE ajustes: 1. Sueltela barradecontrol y pareel motor. 2. AsegOrese quela cuchilla y quetodaslas Mango inferior _ partesmovibles s e hayan detenido comple- tamente. 0=Puntal Clavija de m°ntaje_ 3. Desconecte el alambre dela bujiay p6n- galoendondeno pueda entraren contacto conesta.
  • Page 31 CARBURADOR IMPORTANTE: Nunca manipule el regulador Su carburador tiene un chorro principal fijo del motor, el que ha side ajustado en la fabrica no ajustable para controlar la mezcla. Si su para la velocidad del motor adecuada. Puede motor no est& funcionando en forma adecuada ser peligroso hacer funcionar el motor a una debido a problemas que se sospecha vienen...
  • Page 32 CILINDRO • Vaciar el deposito del carburante poniendo en marcha el motor y dejandolo funcionar Remueva la bujia. hasta que el carburante termine y el Vacie una onza (29 ml) de aceite a traves carburador este vacio. del agujero de la bujia en el cilindro. •...
  • Page 33 SOLUCI(_N DE PROBLEMAS -Vea la seccibn apropiada en el manual amenos este dirigido a un centro de servico Sears. PROBLEMA CAUSA CORRECCION Falta de Eleve la altura de corte. 1. Cuchilla desgastada, doblada fuerza o suelta. Eleve la altura de corte. AItura de las ruedas dispareja.
  • Page 34 CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.387560 •67 "34 74 ,,._...
  • Page 35 Hellcat Lockwasher 168552 851084 Hex Head Screw 3/8-24 x 114Grade 8 Engine Zone Control Cable 750634 Screw, Hex Head, Threaded, Rolled #10-24 x1/2 Engine, Craftsman, Model Number 850733X004 Up-Stop Bracket 143.044500 (See Breakdown) 189713X428 Handle Knob 186577X004 Axle Arm Assembly (RH Rear / LH Front)
  • Page 36 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.044500 O-370K 151A 27911£ '_ 306...
  • Page 37 #8*32 x 19/64" 35797 Air Cleaner Fitter 33578 Extension Spring 35066 32600 Oil Seal 35065 Air Cleaner Cover (Craftsman) 37804 Crankshaft 36980B Blower Housing Screw #10-24 x 9/16" 40053 Piston, Pin & Ring Set (Standard) 30200 Screw 1/4_20 x 1/2"...
  • Page 38 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.044500 PART DESCRIPTION 640339 Carburetor (Includes Key Number 184 of Engine Parts List) 631615 Throttle Shaft & Lever Assembly 631767 Throttle Return Spring 631184 * Dust Seal Washer 631183 * Dust Seal (Throttle) 640070 Throttle Shutter...
  • Page 39 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.044500 PART DESCRIPTION 590694 Recoil Starter 590599A Spring Pin Includes Key Number 4 590600 Washer 590696 Retainer 590601 Washer 590697 Brake Spring 590698 Starter Dog 590699 Dog Spring 590700 Pulley & Rewind Spring Assembly 590695A...
  • Page 40 Your Home For repair - in your home - of all major brand appliances, lawn and garden equipment, or heating and cooling systems, no matter who made it, no matter who sold it! For the replacement parts, accessories owner's manuals that you need to do-it-yourself. For Sears professional installation of home appliances...

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