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Craftsman 917.389520 Owner's Manual

21" rear discharge 6.0 hp rotary lawn mower
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Owner's Manual
6.0 HORSEPOWER
21" REAR DISCHARGE
ROTARY LAWN MOWER
Model No,
917.389520
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Safety
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Assembly
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Operation
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Maintenance
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Espa_ol
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Repair Parts
NOTE: Engines which are certified to comply with California 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 control systems: Engine Modification (EM), and Three-way
Catalyst (TWC) (If so equipped).
AVISO:
Los mofores homolegados pare eumplir con la reglamenfaci6n sobre emisiones de
Califomia y de la Agencia de Protecei6n Ambiental estedounidense (EPA) pera equipos
peque_os no circulantes (SORE) funcionan
con gasolina normal sin plomo, e incluyen los
siguientes sistemas de control de emtsiones: modificaci6n del motor (EM) y catalizador de tdple
accibn (TWC) (en caso de tenet/o).
The D.O,M. decal includes engine life specifications for the emissions-related useful life pedod of
your engine. This pedod relates to the emission compliance life as certified by EPA/CARB. To
find the Ufe period 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 calcomanfa D.O.M. incluye especiflcaciones sobm la deraci6n del motor para el perfodo de
vide ,3til de su motor refacoionado con emisiones. Este perfodo se relaciona con la duracibn en
conformidad con las emisiones segdn Io certificedo por EPNCARB,
Pare hailer la especificacibn
del per{odo de vide de su motor, mire cudl de las siguientes letras viene impresa en su
calcomanfa D,O.M.: (C) 125 horas, (B) 250 bores, (A) 500 horas.
CAUTION:
Read and follow all
Safety Rules and Instructions
before operating this equipment
Se_rs, Roebuck and CO., Hoffmar_ E_tafes, IL 60179
Visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.com/craftsman

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  • Page 1 D,O.M.: (C) 125 horas, (B) 250 bores, (A) 500 horas. CAUTION: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment Se_rs, Roebuck and CO., Hoffmar_ E_tafes, IL 60179 Visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.com/craftsman...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Maintenance ........Parts Ordering ..... Back Cover LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN POWER MOWER For two years from date of purchase,when this CraftsmanLawn Mower is maintained, lubricated,and tuned up accordingto the operatingand maintenance instructions in the owner'smanual, Sears will repair free of charge any defectin materialor work- manship.
  • Page 3 • Be alert and turn machine off if children • Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel enter the area. ddves, walks, or roads. • Before and while walking backwards, • Stop the engine (motor) whenever you took behind and down for small leave the equipment, before cleaning children.
  • Page 4 AWARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its _,Look for this symbol to point out constituents, and certain vehicle important safety precautions. It means CAUTION!!! BECOMEALERT!!! 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 manual HOWTO SET UPYOUR LAWN in its entirety before you attempt to MOWER assemble or operate your new lawn mower. TO UNFOLD HANDLE IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is IMPORTANT: Unfold handle carefully so shipped WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE in as not to pinch or damage control cables.
  • Page 6 KNOWYOUR 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 operation of any lawn mower can result in Yourlawn mower was shipf:_l ready to be foreign objects thrown into used as a mulcher. To convertto bagging : the eyes, which can result REAR BAGGING in severe eye damage. •...
  • Page 8 BEFORE STARTING ENGINE Engineoilcap Gasolinefiller ADD OIL Your lawnmower is shipped without oil in the engine. Engine holds 20 oz. o! oil. For type and grade of oil to use, see "ENGINE" in Maintenance section of this manual. 1. Be sure lawnrnowsr is level and area around oil fill is clean.

  • Page 9: Maintenance

    MOWINGTIPS MULCHING MOWINGTIPS • Under certain conditions, such as very IMPORTANT: For best performance, tall grass, it may be necessary to raise keep mower housing free of budt-up the height of cut to reduce pushing grass and trash. See "Cleaning" in MAINTENANCE sect=on of this manual.
  • Page 10 Check for Loose Fasteners CleaNInspect Grass Catcher (If Equipped) Clean Lawn Mower ¥' (Power-Propelled Mowers) Clean Under Ddve Cover Check ddve beWpulleys RE Power-Propelled Mowers) ¥# Check!Sharpen/Replace Blade _ := LubricationChart Clean Sattery/Rechar_ • Electd¢ Start Mowers Check En_line Oil Level N Chan_e Engine _1,2 Clean Air Filter...

  • Page 11: Product Specifications

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS SERIAL NUMBER DATE OF PURCHASE 1.5 QUARTS GASOLINE CAPACITY/TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR OIL TYPE (API-SF - SJ): SAE 30 (ABOVE 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.
  • Page 12 Blade TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL adapter NOTE: Before tipping lawn mower to Crankshaft Key / keyway drain oil, drain fuel tank by running engine until fuel tank is empty. 1. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark Lockwasher_j_ plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with spark plug.
  • Page 13 MUFFLER CLEANING Inspect and replace corroded muffler as it IMPORTANT: For best performance, could create a fire hazard and/or dam- keep mower housing free of built-up age. grass and trash. Clean the underside of SPARK PLUGS your mower after each use. _IbCAUTION: Disconnect spark plug wire Replace spark plugs at the beginning of...

  • Page 14: Service And Adjustments

    _CAUTION: Before performing any TO ASSEMBLE GRASS CATCHER service or adjustments: 1. Put grass catcher frame into grass bag 1. Release control bar and stop engine. with rigid part of bag on the bottom. 2. Make sure the blade and all moving Make sure the frame handle is outside parts have completely stopped.

  • Page 15: Storage

    Immediately prepare your lawn mower for storage at the end of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more. LAWN MOWER When lawn mower is to be stored for a period of time, clean it thoroughly, remove 3-Position all dirt, grease, leaves, etc.

  • Page 16: Troubleshooting

    ENGINE OIL • Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace gasoline will cause problems. with clean engine oil, (See "ENGINE" • If possible, store your unit indoors and the Maintenance section of this manual).
  • Page 17 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Starter r opehard I. Engine flywheelbrake is on 1. Depress control bar to when control bar is release_ topull upper handle before pulling starter rope. 2. Bent engine crankshaft. 2, Contact a Sears or other qualified service center, 3.
  • Page 18 CRAFTSMAN R OTARY L AWN MOWER -- MODEL NO. 9 17.389520...
  • Page 19 CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER -- MODEL NO. 917.389520 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 1316_6 C_bolBar 87877 Selector Knob 167130X004 166860X479 Upder Handle A_de Arm Assembly- LR 161105X479 Lower Handle 57143 Wave washer Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 1:3L:_01 16(_28 RopeGu_,e Locknut 1/4-20 15116_...
  • Page 20 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.016712 _355 _390 110_ 417._...
  • Page 21 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.018712 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Screw, 10-24 x 9/16" 37465 Cylinder Incl. 2 & 20) 30200 Nut & Lock Washer, 1/4-28 26727 Dowel Pn 29752 33734 Breather Element 6201 Screw, 1/4-28 x 7/8" 36557 Breather Ass'y. (Incl. 6 & 12A) 26756 •...
  • Page 22 MODEL HUMBER 143.016712 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION ---- 640271 Carburetor (tncL 184 ol Engine parts List) 31615 Throttle Shaft & Lever Assembly 31767 Throttle Return Spdng 631184 " D'Jst Seat Washer 631183 • Dust Seal (Throttle) 640070 ThrOttte Shutter...
  • Page 23 MODEL NUMBER 143.016712 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION 590702 Recoil Starter 590599A Spdng Pin (Incl. 4) 590600 Washer 590696 Retainer 590601 Washer 590697 Brake S ring Starter _rg 590698 590699 Dog Spring 590700 Pulley & Rewind Spring 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 SM Anytime. day or night (1-800=469-4663) www.sears.com To bring in products such as vacuums, lawn equipment and electronics for repair, call for the location of your nearest Sears Parts &...