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- Page 1 ® MODEL NUMBER 917.383641 OWNER'S MANUAL Convertible o Assembly o Operation o Customer Responsibilities o Service o Adjustments o Repair Parts Caution: Read and Follow all Safety Rules and Instructions Before Operating This Equipment...
- Page 2 SAFETY RULES PLUG TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING WHEN SETTING UP, TRANSPORTING, ADJUSTING OR MAKING REPAIRS_ CAUTION: ALWAYS DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE AND PLACE WIRE WHERE IT CANNOT CONTACT SPARK IMPORTANT SAFETY STANDARDS REQUIRE OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROLS TO MINIMIZE THE RISK OF INJURY, YOUR UNIT IS EQUIPPED WITH SUCH CONTROLS.
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Page 3: Service
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 I I I TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFE'f'Y RULES ............SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ......... PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ........STORAGE ..............CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ....... 3, 9-11 TROUBLESHOOTING ..........WARRANTY ..............REPAIR PARTS - LAWN MOWER ......14-15 ASSEMBLY ..............REPAIR PARTS - ENGINE ........16-18 OPERATION ..............
- Page 5 LAWN ACCESSORUES , ,i,,,, These accessories were available when this lawn mower was produced, They are also available at most Sea rs 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, ENGINE...
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Page 6: Assembly
ASSEMBLY Read these instructions and this manual in its entirety OPERATOR PRESENCE before you attempt to assemble or operate your new lawn CONTROL mower. Your new lawn mower has been assembled at the UPPERHANDLE factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purpose&... - Page 7 OPERATION KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER. Compare the iltustratiens with your tawn mower to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments Save this manual for future reference OPERATORPRESENCECONTROLBAR ENGINE ZONE CONTROL CABLE...
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Page 8: Engine Speed Control
OPERATION NOWTO USEYOUR LAWN MOWER (See Fig. 5) ENGINE SPEED CONTROL ENGINE SPEED CONTROL LEVER The engine speed is controlled by a lever' located on the side of the engine Fast (_) position is for starting the engine, normal cutting, and better grass bagging. Slow (._) position is for light cutting, trimming and fuel economy ENGINEZONE... -
Page 9: Type
OPEBATUON TO EMPTY GRASS CATCHER (See Fig. 7) Lift up on grass catcher using the frame handle_ Remove grass catcher with clippings from under lawn mower handle • Empty clippings from bag using both frame handle and bag handle. NOTE: Do not drag the bag when emptying; it will cause unnecessary wear BEFORE STARTING... -
Page 10: Operator Presence Control Bar
..OPERATmON TO START ENGINE To start a cold engine, push primer five (5) times before trying to start Use a firm push. This step is not MAX 1/3 usually necessary when starting an engine which has already run for a few minutes. Push engine speed control lever to fast (_Je')position, Hold operator presence... -
Page 11: Customer Responsibilities 3
CUSTOMER RESPONSmB LUTIES AS COMPLETE ..REGO ,R SERV,CE _SERV'CE OATES Check for Loose Fasteners 6/! 6/ (If Equipped) Clean/Inspect Grass Catcher Clean Lawn Mower Inspect/Clean Drive Wheels (Self-Propelled Mowers) Sharpen/Replace Mower Blade Lubrication Chart Clean Battery/Recharge (Electric Start Mowers) ==,= Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil... -
Page 12: Replacement
CUSTOMER RESPONSmB LgT ES LAWN MOWER BLADE . CRANK° ADAPTE. Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- nance. TIRES Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemi- cals which can harm rubber'. Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and other hazards that may cause tire damage. -
Page 13: Air Filter
CUSTOME RESPONSmBaL TUES ENGINE LUBRICATION Use only high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature_ SAEVISCOSITYGRADES CONTAINER 0° 30 _ 32" 40" 60 _ 80 _ -2o_ -lo_ lo°... -
Page 14: Engine Speed
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 SHIPPING POSITION... -
Page 15: Storage
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 PREVENT DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL When lawn mower is to be stored for a period of time, clean SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR,... - Page 16 REPAnR PARTS CRAFTSMAN 20" ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NO. 917.383841 32 33 < 35""_! 34 #...
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Page 17: Accessories
Hex Head Tapping Screw 1/4-20 x t/2 88614 700063X479 Rear Baffle 751663 Grass Bag 88652 Hinge Screw 1/4-20 x 1-1/4 141515 Engine - Craftsman Model No.143.943808 700363X479 Side Baffle 141344 Owner's Manual (English) 133335X479 Discharge Baffle 141345 Owner's Manual (Spanish) - Page 18 CRAFTSMAN 4=CYCLE ENGBNE MODEL N UMBER 1 43.943808 260 _ 262_'_...
- Page 19 CRAFTSMAN 4=CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.943808 REF PART REF PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO, NO. DESCRIPTION 36470 Resistor Spark Plug (RJ19LM) Cylinder (includes Ref. #2 and 20) 135 35395 26727 Dowel Pin 150 35991 Valve Spring 33734 Breather Element 151 31673...
- Page 20 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL N UMBER 143.943808 REF PART CARBURETOR NO. 632646 NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 632646 Carburetor, Cornplete (Includes #184 of Engine Parts List) 631615 Throttle Shaft and Lever Assembly 631767 Throttle Return Spring !"2 631184 Dust Seal Washer, Throttle...
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Page 21: Handle Height
TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM Does not start Dtdy air filter Clean/replace air filter Out of fuel Fill fuel tank Stale fuel Drain tank and refill with fresh clean fuel Water in fuel Drain fuel tank and carburetorand refi{l tank w_th fresh gasoline Spark plug wire is disconnected Connect wire to plug... - Page 22 SERVICE NOTES...
- Page 23 SERVICE NOTES...
- Page 24 REPAIR SERVICE OR PARTS: • PRODUCT- LAWN MOWER • MODEL NUMBER - 917.383641 FOR REPAIR SERVICE, CALL • ENGINE - CRAFTSMAN - MODEL NO. 143.943808 THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER: • PART NUMBER 1-800-4-REPAIR • PART DESCRIPTION (1-800-473-7247) Your Sears merchandise...
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