18.5 hp electric start 42" mower automatic lawn tractor (61 pages)
Summary of Contents for Sears Craftsman 917.372860
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SWA/_S CRRF I' ZM RN MODEL NUMBER 917.372860 MANUAL OWNER'S o Assembly Operation Customer Responsibilities - Service Adjustments - Repair Parts Caution: Read and Follow all Safety Rules and Instructions Before Operating This Equipment 147624 01.06.95 Printed in U.S.A.
SAFETY RULES PLUG TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING WHEN SETTING UP, TRANSPORTING, ADJUSTING OR MAKING CAUTION: ALWAYS DISCONNECT SPARK PLUGWIRE AND PLACEWIRE WHEREIT CANNOTCONTACT SPARK REPAIRS. IMPORTANT SAFETY STANDARDS REQUIRE OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROLS TO MINIMIZE THE RISK OF INJURY. YOUR UNIT IS EQUIPPED WITH SUCH CONTROLS.
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.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ............MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ........PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ........SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ........ CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..... 3, 12-14 STORAGE ..............WARRANTY ..............TROUBLESHOOTING ..........27 ASSEMBLY ..............REPAIR PARTS - LAWN MOWER ......18-22 OPERATION ..............REPAIR PARTS - ENGINE ........
LAWN MOWER ACCESSOR! 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.
ASSEMBLY Read these instructions and this manual in its entirety before you attempt to assemble or operate your new lawn OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL mower. Your new lawn mower has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled UPPER for shipping purposes.
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ASSEMBLY SIMPLE STEPS TO REMEMBER WHEN CONVERTING YOUR LAWN MOWER CATCHER FOR MULCHING FRAME HANDLE Rear mulcher plug installed. Side discharge guard closed and locked securely. FOR REAR BAGGING - • Rear mulcher plug removed. Grass catcher installed. Side discharge guard closed and locked securely. FOR SIDE DISCHARGING •...
OPERATION 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. ENGINE ZONE CONTROL CABLE OPERATOR...
OPERATION HOW TO USE YOUR LAWN MOWER ENGINE SPEED (See Fig, 6) The engine speed is controlled by a lever located on the side of the engine. High (_t_) position is for starting the engine, normal cutting, and better grass bagging. Low (=_,) position is for light cutting, trimming and fuel economy.
OPERATION TO EMPTY GRASS CATCHER (See Fig. 9) Simply lift up rear door and remove the grass catcher by the handle. NOTE: Do not drag the bag when emptying; it will cause unnecessary wear. BEFORE STARTING ENGINE OIL (See Fig. 10) Your lawn mower is shipped without oil in the engine.
OPERATION MOWING TIPS MAX 1/3 • Under certain conditions, such as very tall grass, it may be necessary to raise the height of cut to reduce pushing effort and to keep from overloading the engine and leaving clumps of grass clippings. For extremely heavy cutting, reduce the width of cut by overlapping previously cut path and mow slowly.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES LAWN MOWER BLADE ,CRANK- Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- ADAPTER SHAFT Nance. KEYWAY 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.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ENGINE LUBRICATION Use only high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SF or SG. Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature. SAE VISCOSfTY GRADES _-=--.-- CONTAINER 30 ° 60 _ 80 _ FIG.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS Release control bar. CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: 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...
STORAGE ENGINE Immediately prepare your lawn mower for storage at the end of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days FUEL SYSTEM or more. iMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT LAWN MOWER DEPOSITS FROM FORMING ESSENTIAL FUEL...
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REPAIR PARTS ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917.372860...
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REPAIR PARTS ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917.372860 PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION 48385 Drive Head Kit 701037 Selector Knob 148312 Drive Control 147413 Drive Cover Decal Hex Washer Head Screw #10-24 x 3/4 63601 Locknut #10-24 143603 144929 Drive Cover Hex Washer Head Screw 1/4-20 x 2.12 702806 146527...
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REPAIR PARTS ROTARY LAWN MOWER -- MODEL NO, 917.372860 GEAR CASE ASSEMBLY PART NUMBER 702511 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 17490416 Tapping Screw 1/4-20 x 1-1/4 700343 Bushing 137055X004 Engagement Bracket 86447 Plug 137053 Shifter 137050 Helical Gear 57072 Seal 750436X Clutch Jaw 48373 Gear Case Halves Kit (Includes Key...
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CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL N UMSER 143.956000...
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CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 1 43.956000 REF PART REF PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRfPTION NO. NO. 36146 * Valve Spring Box Gasket Cylinder (Includes 2, 10, 20 & !25) 169 27234A 27652 Dowel Pin 172 32755 Valve Spring Box Cover...
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CRAFTSMAN 4=CYCLE ENGINE MODEL N UMBER 143°9s6ooo REF PART CARBURETOR NO, 632671 NO. NO, DESCRIPTION 632671 Carburetor(Includes Reference Number 184 of Engine Parts List) 632539 Throttle Shaft & Lever Assembly 632593 Dust Seal 632541 Throttle Shutter 650506 Throttle Shutter Screw...
TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS CAUSE PROBLEM CORRECTION Does not start Dirtyair filter. Clean/replace air filter. Oat of fuel, Fill fuel tank. Stale fuel. Drain tank and refill with fresh clean fuel. Water in fuel. Drain fuel tank and carburetorand refill tank with fresh gasoline.
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CRJ FTSMI:IN ® SF RS OWNER'S 6.0 HORSEPOWER MANUAL 22" 3 in ONE Convertible POWER PROPELLED ROTARY LAWN MOWER Each lawn mower has its own model number, Each en- gine has its own model number. The model number for your lawn mower wil! be found on a MODEL NO.