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6.0 HORSEPOWER
21 " MULTI-CUT
ROTARY LAWN MOWER
Model No.
917.389620
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Safety
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Assembly
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Operation
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Maintenance
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Espafiol
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Repair Parts
NOTE: Engines which are certified to comply with CalifomJa and U.S. EPA emission regulations
for SORE (Small Off Road Equipment,
are certified to operate on regular unleaded gasoline, and
include the following emission centrol systems: Engine Modification (EM), and Three-way
Catalyst (TWC) (if so equipped).
AVISO:
Los motores homek>gados para cumplir con le reglamentaci6n sobre emisiones de
California y de la Agencle de Proteccl6n Ambiental estadeunidence (EPA) para equipos
pequefms no circulentes (SORE) funcionan con gasollea normal sin plomo, e incluyen los
siguientss sistemas de control de emisiones: modificaci6n del motor (EM) y catalizador de triple
acci6n (TWC) (en caso de tenerlo).
The D.O.M. decal includes engine life specifications for the emissions-related useful life period of
_our engine. This period relates to the emission compliance life as certified by EPA/CARB. To
find the/ire pedod specification for your engine, please match one of the following letters with the
letter printed on your D.O.M. decal: (C) 125 hours, (B) 250 hours, (A) 500 hours.
La calcemanfa D.O.M. induye espechlcaciones sobre la dura(;ibn del motor para el pedodo de
vida dtil de su motor relaccionade con emisiones. Este perlodo se relaciona con la duracibn en
conformidad con las emislenes segOn Io certificado por EPNCARB.
Para hallar la especificacibn
del perfodo de vide de su motor, mire cudl de las siguientes letras viene impresa en su
celcomanfa
D.O.M.: (C) 125 horas, (B) 250 horas, (A) 500 horas.
CAUTION:
Read and follow all
Safety Rules and Instructions
before operating this equipment
Seam, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
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- Page 1 D.O.M.: (C) 125 horas, (B) 250 horas, (A) 500 horas. CAUTION: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment Seam, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 Visit our Craftsman website" www.sears,com/craftsman...
- Page 2 Parts Ordering ..... Back Cover LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN POWER MOWER For two years from date of pumhase, when this Craftsman Lawn Mower is maintained, lubricated, and tuned up according to the operating and maintenance instructions in the owner's manual, Sears will repair free of charge any defect in material or workman- ship.
- Page 3 • Stop theblade(s) when cmseing g ravel Keep children out of the trimming area • and under the watchful care of another ddvas, walks, or roads. responsible adult. • Stop the engine (motor) whenever you Be alert and tum machine off if children leave the equipment, before cleaning •...
- Page 4 AIWARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its _,Look for this symbol to point out constituents, and certain vehicle important safety precautions. It means CAUTIONIH BECOMEALERT!H YOUR components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause SAFETY IS INVOLVED. cancer and birth defects or other A CAUTION: In order to prevent...
- Page 5 Read these instructions and this manualin 3. Remove any packingmaterialfrom itsentiretybeforeyou attemptto assemble around control bar. or operateyour new lawn mower. Your handles may be adjusted for your IMPORTANT: This lawn moweris shipped mowing comfort. Refer to Service and WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE inthe Adjustments section of this manual.
- Page 6 KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND 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 with the product.
- Page 7 TO CONVERT MOWER The operationof any lawn mower can resultin Your lawn mower was shipped ready to foreignobjectsthrowninto be used as a mulcher. To convert to the eyes, whichcan result bagging or discharging: in severe eye damage. REAR BAGGING Alwayswear safety glassesor eye •...
- Page 8 AWARNING: Experience indicates that Open Mulcher Door alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids dudng storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be Discharge emptied before storage of 30 days or...
- Page 9 MOWING TIPS MULCHING MOWING TIPS • Under certain conditions, such as very IMPORTANT: Forbest performance, tall grass, it may be necessary to raise keep mower housingfree of built-up grass and trash.Clean UNDERSIDE OF the height of cut to reduce pushing MOWER HOUSING after each use.
- Page 10 O_ _ REGULAR SERVICE _ ICE OATES Check for Loose Fasteners Claan/Inspact Grass Catcher (IfE_l.p_) Clean Lawn Mower (Power-PrOpelled Mowers) Clean Under Ddve Cover Check dttve belt/pulleys _R Power-PrOpelled Mowers) Check/Sharpen/ReplaCe Blade I1_ = LubricationChart Clean BtatePj/Rechal Bectdc Start Mowers E Check En_llneOil Level ql / Change EnglneOil...
- Page 11 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS SERIAL NUMBER DATE OF PURCHASE GASOLINE CAPACITY/TYPE: 1.5 QUARTS UNLEADED REGULAR OILTYPE (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (ABQVE 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (BELOW 32°F) OIL CAPACITY: 20 OZS. SPARK PLUG(GAP: .030") CHAMPION RESISTOR TYPE RN4C BLADE BOLT TORQUE: 35-40 FT. LBS. •...
- Page 12 • To check bladebalance, drivea nail Check the crankcase oil level before intoa beam or wall. Leave aboutone starting the engine and after each five (5) hours of continuous use. Tighten oil plug inchof the straightnailexposed. Place center hole of blade over the head of securely each time you check the oil level.
- Page 13 Turn CLEANING Collar Clip clockwise IMPORTANT: For best performance, remove keep mower housing free of built-up grass and trash. Clean the underside of your mower after each use. _CAUTION: Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with the spark plug.
- Page 14 TO ASSEMBLE GRASS CATCHER ENGINE ENGINE SPEED 1. Put grass catcher frame into grass bag with dgid part of bag on the bottom. Yourengine speed has been factoryset. Make sure the frame handle is outside Do not attempt to increase engine speed of the bag top.
- Page 15 ENGINEOIL Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace Low. with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in the Maintenance section of this manual). CYLINDER 1. Remove spark plug. 3-Position 2. Pour one ounce (29 ml) of oil through handle spark plug hole into cylinder. adjustment 3.
- Page 16 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CORREC'nON PROBLEM CAUSE 1. Clean/raplace air filter. )oes not start 1. Dirty air filter. 2. Out of fuel. 2. Fill fuel tank. 3. Drain tank and refillwith 3. Stale fuel. fresh clean fuel. 4. Drain fuel tank and 4.
- Page 17 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION "' ._msscatcher 1. Cuttingheighttoo low. 1. Raise cuttingheight. iotfilling (ifso 2. Lifton bladeworn off. 2. Replace blade. .:lulpped) 3. Catcher not ventingair. 3. Clean grass catcher. 1. Grass is too high or wheel tard to push 1.
- Page 18 CRAFTSMAN R OTARY LAWN MOWER -- MODEL N O. 9 17.389620...
- Page 19 CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER- - MODEL NO. 917.389620 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 1316_6 ControlBar 167130X(JO4 Axle Arm Assembly - LR 166785 Locknut 5/16-18 166860X479 Lltof3e¢ _ 161105X479 LowerHandle 160_28 Shautder Bolt 5/16-18 161162 WheelAssemely 132001 RopeGulde 164,362 Shoulder Bdt 63601...
- Page 20 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.016712 _355 103, 275. 182216 _'I_224 223,_=_ _184_80_ =2/07 52" 1854...
- Page 21 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.016712 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Screw, 10-24 x 9/16" 37465 Cylinder Incl. 2 & 20) 30200 26727 Dowe Pn 29752 Nut & Lock Washer, 1/4-28 33734 Breather Element 6201 Screw, 1/4-28 x 7/8" • Carburetor To Intake P_pe 36557 Breather Ass'y.
- Page 22 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.016712 PART DESCRIPTION ---- 640271 Carburetor (Incl. 184 of Engine Parts List) 31615 Throttle Shaft & Lever Assembly 31767 Throttle Return Spdng 631184 * Dust Seal Washer 631183 * Dust Seal {Thruttle) 640070 Throttle Shutter...
- Page 23 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.016712 DESCRIPTION 590702 Recoil Starter 590599A Spdng Pin (IncL 4) 590600 Washer Retainer _"11 590696 37_1 PART 590601 Washer Brake Spring 590697 590698 Starter Dog 590699 Dog Spdng Pulley & Rewind Spdng Ass'y 590703 Starter Housing Ass'y. (40...
- Page 24 Get it fixed, at your home or ours! For repair of major brand appliances in your own home... no matter who made it, no matter who sold it! 1-800-4-MY-HOME Anytime, day or night (1-800469-4663) www.seals.com To bring in products such as vacuums, lawn equipment and electronics for repair, call for the location of your nearest Sears Parts &...
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