Craftsman 917.379510 Owner's Manual
Craftsman 917.379510 Owner's Manual

Craftsman 917.379510 Owner's Manual

22" rear discharge 6.75 hp power-propelled rotary lawn mower

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Owner's Manual
6.75 HORSEPOWER
22" REAR DISCHARGE
POWER PROPELLED
ROTARY LAWN MOWER
Model No.
917.379510
Safety
Assembly
Operation
Maintenance
Espa_ol
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 unleadedgasoline,
and include the following emission control systems: Engine Modiflcatton (EM), and Three-way
Catalyst (TWC) (If so equipped).
AVISO:
Los motores homologados para cumplir con la reglamentacibn sobre emisiones de
California y de la Agencia de Protecoibn Ambiental estadounidense (EPA) para equipos
pequerios no circulantes (SORE) funcionan con gasolina normal sin plomo, e incluyen los
siguientes sistemas de control de emisiones: mediflcacibn del motor (EM) y catalizador de triple
accibn (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 EPNCARB. To
nd the fe period specification for your engine, please match one of the following letters with the
letter printed on your D.O.M. decah (C) 125 hours, (B) 250 hours, (A) 500 hours.
La calcomania D.O.M. incluye especiflcaciones sobre la duracibn del motor para el perlodo de
vida 5til de su motor relaccionado con emisiones. Este periodo se relaciona con la duraci6n en
conformidad con las emisiones seg_n Io certificado por EPNCARB. Para haltar la especificacibn
del periodo de vida de su motor, mire cudl de las siguientes letrss viene impresa en su
calcomania D.OM.: (C) 125 horas, (B) 250 horas, (A) 500 horas.
CAUTION:
Read and follow all
Safety Rules and Instructions
before operating this equipment
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
Visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.com/craftsman

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  • Page 1 D.OM.: (C) 125 horas, (B) 250 horas, (A) 500 horas. CAUTION: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 Visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.com/craftsman...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Parts Ordering ..... Back Cover LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN POWER MOWER For two years from date of purchase, 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 the blade(s) when crossing gravel responsible adult. drives, walks, or roads. • Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area. • Stop the engine (motor) whenever you leave the equipment, before cleaning • Before and while walking backwards, look behind and down for small the mower or unclogging the chute.
  • Page 4 ALook for this symbol to point out AWARNING: Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and important safety precautions. It means CAUTION!!! BECOMEALERT!H YOUR lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and SAFETY IS INVOLVED. birth defects or other reproductive harm.
  • Page 5: Assembly

    Read these instructions and this manual control bar in itsentirety before you attempt to assemble or operate your new lawn Upper mower. IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is Lift u shipped WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE in the engine. Your new lawn mower has been as- sembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes.
  • Page 6: 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. These symbols may appear on your lawn mower or in literature supplied with the product, Learn and understand their meaning.
  • Page 7 TO ATTACH GRASS CATCHER The operation of any lawn 1. Lift the rear door of the lawn mower mower can result in foreign and place the grass catcher frame objects thrown into the side hooks onto the door pivot pins. eyes, which can result in severe eye damage.
  • Page 8 DRIVE CONTROL _i_WARNING: Experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or • Self-propelling is controlled by holding using ethanol or methanol) can attract the operator presence control bar down moisture which leads to separation and to the handle and pushing the drive control lever forward until it clicks;...
  • Page 9 MULCHING MOWING TIPS MOWING TiPS • Under certain conditions, such as very IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep mower housing free of built-up grass and tall grass, it may be necessary to raise trash. See =CLEANING" in the Mainte- the height of cut to reduce pushing nance section of this manual.
  • Page 10: Maintenance Schedule

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE SERVICE DATES Check fo_" Loose Fasteners Cleanllnspect Grass Catcher (If Equipppe) Clean Lawn Mower Clean Under Ddve Cover (Power-Propelled MoweR) Check drive Pelt/ ulleys ( Power_Propell_lPi owers ) Check/Sperpen/Replace Blade t//3 Lubrication Chart Clean Batte_/Rechar...
  • Page 11: Product Specifications

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS SERIAL NUMBER DATE OF PURCHASE ;ASOLINE CAPACITY/TYPE: 1.5 QUARTS UNLEADED REGULAR DILTYPE (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (BELOW 32°F) OIL CAPACITY: 20 OZS. SPARK PLUG (GAP: .045") CHAMPION RJlgLM4 BLADE BOLT TORQUE: 35-40 FT. LBS. • The model and serial numbers will be found on a decal attached to the rear of the lawn mower housing.Record both serial number and date of purchase in space provided above.
  • Page 12 GEAR CASE TO SHARPEN BLADE NOTE: We do not recommend sharpen- • To keep your drive system working ing blade - but if you do, be sure the properly, the gear case and area blade is balanced. around the ddve should be kept clean Care should be taken to keep the blade and free of trash build-up.
  • Page 13 MUFFLER TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL inspect and replace corroded muffler as it NOTE: Before tipping lawn mower to could create a fire hazard and/or dam- drain oil, drain fuel tank by running engine until fuel tank is empty. age. SPARK PLUG 1.
  • Page 14: Service And Adjustments

    TO ADJUST HANDLE ACAUTION: Before performing any service or adjustments: The handle can be mounted in a high or 1. Release control bar and stop engine. low position. The mounting holes in the bottom of lower handle are off center for 2.
  • Page 15 TO ASSEMBLE GRASS CATCHER ENGINE ENGINE SPEED 1. Put grass catcher frame into grass bag with rigid part of bag on the bottom. Your engine speed has been factory set. Make sure the frame handle is outside Do not attempt to increase engine speed of the bag top.
  • Page 16: Storage

    Operator presence Immediately prepare your lawn mower for control bar storage at the end of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more. Upperhandle -.----_/// war_ LAWN MOWER When lawn mower is to be stored for a period of time, clean it thoroughly, remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc.
  • Page 17 OTHER • Cover your unit with a suitable protec- tive cover that does not retain moisture. • Do not store gasoline from one Do not use plastic. Plastic cannot season to another. breathe, which allows condensation to • Replace your gasoline can if your form and will cause your unit to rust.
  • Page 18: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM 1. Engineflywhee_ brake is on Starter rope hard 1. Depress control bar to when control bar is release( topull upper handle before pul_ing starter rope. 2. Contact a Sears or other 2. Bent engine crankshaft. qualified service center.
  • Page 19 ROTARY LAWN MOWER- - MODEL NUMBER 917.379510...
  • Page 20 ROTARY LAWN MOWER-- MODEL NUMBER 917.379510 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 166860X479 Upper Handle 851514 Blade Adapter 175604 Engide Zone Contm_Cable 141114 Blade22" 1S0425 Mulcher Plug 851074 Hardened Washer 66426 WireTie 850263 HeliCal Washer 3/8-24 x 1o3/8 Gr. 8 136376 Handle Knob 851084 Hex Head Machine Screw 318-24 x 1-3/6 Gr.
  • Page 21 ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.379519...
  • Page 22 ROTARY LAWN MOWER-- MODEL NUMBER 917.379510 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 154990 DriveCover 145755 Control Cable Assembly 132010 Hex Flange Nut 751152 Locknut #10-24 137052 Drive Pulley 158755 Pan Head Machine Screw 1/4 x 2.12 151521 Wheel Adjuster Assembly (Left) 146527 V-Belt 702511 Gear Case Assembly...
  • Page 23 ROTARY LAWN MOWER- - MODEL NUMBER 917.379510 GEAR CASE ASSEMBLY PART NUMBER 702511 PART DESCRIPTION 17490416 Tapping Screw 114-20x 1-1/4 137055X004 Engagement Bracket 137053 Shifter 57072 Seal 48373 Gear Case Halves Kit (includes Key NOS. 4 and 7) 77881 Bearing 137051 Worm Shaft 137074...
  • Page 24 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.616712 PART DESCRIPTION ---- 640271 Carburetor (Incl. 184 of Engine Parts List) 31615 Throttle Shaft & Lever Assembty 31767 Throttle Return Spring 631184 * Dust Seal Washer 631183 * Dust Seal (Throttle) 640070 Throttle Shutter 650506 "...
  • Page 25 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.016712 /355 ,390 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 37465 Cylinder (Incl. 2 & 20) 36558 Breather Cover & Tube 26727 Dowel Pin (Ind. 12B) 33734 Breather Element 36694 Breather Tube Elbow Washer 36557 Breather Ass'y. (IncL 6 & 12A)
  • Page 26 MODEL NUMBER 143.016712 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 37466 Intake Pipe 34839A Governor Lever 32653 Governor Link 31335 Governor Lever Clamp 650839 Screw, 1/4-20 x 3/6" 651018 Screw, Torx T-15, 8-32 x 19/64 36559A S,E, Brake Bracket (Incl, 195)
  • Page 27 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.016712 O"----- _--5 Ore2 PART DESCRIPTION 590702 Recoil Starter 590599A Spring Pin (Incl. 4) 590600 Washer 590696 Retainer 590601 Washer 590697 Brake Sipnrring 590698 Starter 590699 DogSpring 590700 Pulley & Rewind Spring Ass'y 590703 Starter Housing Ass'y. (40 degree grommet)
  • Page 28 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.016712 iI m7 PART DESCRIPTION 3" 590739 Rewind Starter 590740 Retainer 590616 Starter Dog 590617 Dog Spring 590618A Pulley & Rewind Spring Ass'y 590638 Starter Housing Ass'y (40 degree grommet) 590535 Starter Rope(Leogth 98" x 9/64" dia,)
  • Page 29 SERVICE NOTES...
  • Page 30 SERVICE NOTES...
  • Page 31 For repair of major brand appliances in your own home... no matter who made it, no matter who sold it! iiNi_ 1-800-4-MY-HOME sM Anytime, day or night ii!_!ii (1-800-469-4663) _2;!! i!Sii www.sears.com ! i!i 1-800-366-PART 6am.-_1 prnCST, (1-800-366-7278) 7 days a week www.sears.comlpartsdirect To purchase or inquire about a Sears Service Agreement: 1-800-827"6655...

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