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® OWN[B'SMANUAL MODEL NUMBER917o38023 ®Assembly ®Operation oMaintenance oService _Adjustments _Repair Parts Caution.. Readand Follow all SafetyRules and instructions BeforeOperating This Equipment...
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SAFETY RULES CAUTION: ALWAYS DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE PLACE WIRE WHERE IT CANNOT CONTACT SPARK PLUG TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING WHEN SETTING-UP, TRANSPORTING, ADJUSTING OR MAKING REPAIRS TO YOUR LAWN MOWER. IMPORTANT FEDERAL REGULATIONS REQUIRE OPERATOR PRESENCE BLADE STOP CONTROLS TO MINIMIZE RiSK OF BLADE CONTACT INJURY.
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Sears will repair, free of charge, any defect in material and worl<manship, 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 ...... SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT ..11,12 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ..... STORAGE ..... CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS ..WARRANTY ......TROUBLE SHOOTING ....LAWN MOWER ACCESSORIES ..REPAI R PARTS-LAWN MOWER ..16,17 ASSEMBLY ....REPAIR PARTS-ENGINE ..
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These accessories were available when this lawn mower was produced. They are also available at most Sears retail outlets, catalog and service centers+ Most Sears stores can 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...
........OPERATION KNOWYOURLAWNMOWER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER° Com- pare the illustrations with your Lawn Mower to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. PRESENCE CONTROL UP-STOP...
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The engine speed is controlled by a lever (red knob) locatedon the right side of the engine. "HIGH" posi- ENGINE SPEED CONTROL LE"V'_ tion is for starting engine, normal cutting and better grass bagging. "LOW" position _sfor light cutting, trimming and fuel economy (See Fig.
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................iiil,lllllllll IIIIIIIIIIIIIIlll'l'lll'll OPERATION II II I1'111'1111II'lll IIIIIIII GAS (CONT'D) MOWINGTIPS WARNING: Experience indicates that alcohol blend- ed fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can at!.ract moisture which leads to separation and Under certain conditions, such as very tall grass, formahon of acids during storage.
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GI:NERAL R ECOMMENDATION ..................BLADE ADAPTER o Once a year you should replace the Spark Plug, DETAIL CRANKSHAFT & Air Filter and check Blade for wear_ A new Spark ADAPTER Plug and Air Filter assures proper air-fuel mix- ture and helps your engine run better and last Ionger._ o You should check all fasteners and be sure they are tight.
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['j,ii'[,,j,iii MAINTENANCE ......GRASSCATCHER (If Purchased As An Accessory) _, The Grass Catcher may be hosed with water, but must be dry when used, • Check your Grass Catcher often for damage deterioration° Through normal use it will wear. CONTAINER If Catcher needs replacing, replace only with a manufacturer...
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CARBURETOR Your Carburetor has a non-adjustable fixed main jet if the Discharge Guard becomes damaged, it should for mixture control. If your engine does not operate be replaced. properly due to suspected Carburetor problems, take ..ll,_ll,,,i,lU _ll,ll ..your lawn mower to an authorized Sears Service CAUTION:DO HOT RUN YOUR LAWNMOWER I Center for repair and adjustment.
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Ill'ill'i'll I"1 ,i ......III I 'III'I'"H' I IIII "11 I IIII':LUI'IIIIL ........... SERVICE ANDADJUSTMENT IIIII1_ L'III ii ""_"1 TO ADJUSTHANDLE Your Lawn Mower Handle can be raised or lowered SHiPPiNG POSITION for your mowing comfort. Figs. 9A, 9B, IOA, and lOB show the four (4) positions that are available: MEOIUM High, Medium High, Medium Low and Low.
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Your lawn mower and engine should be prepared for off-season storage as follows: " OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL LAWN MOWEr UPPER • Clean underside of Lawn Mower Housing. (See "Cleaning" in maintenance section of manual_) FOLDFORWARD PORSTORAGE o Inspect and replace/sharpen Blade, if required (See "BladelBlade...
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il'q" 'l"ii'"I'il,l,J, SERVICE R ECOMMENDATIONS ......... I'll JI ' i_i "_ "i i....SERVICE D ATES SCHEDULE SERVICE RECORD Fill i n dates as you complete regular service First Every Every Every Hours Hours Hours Blade Checked , ,,,,,, Blade Replaced (Sharpened) v"...
PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION i1,111 ..Doesnot 1. Dirty air filter_ , Replace air filter Fill gasoline tank° . Out of gasoline. Stazt , Stale gasoline. 3_ Drain gas tank and refill with fresh 4. Spark plug wire is disconnected gasoline° from the spark plug 4_, Connect wire to spark plug.
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REPAIR PARTS CRAFTSMAN 20" ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917.380231...
C FTS N 4=CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER: 143.414232 I Ref. Part Part Refo I No. Part Name Part Name 31572 Spring, Valve 34975 CylinderAssy. (IncloNee. 2. 8, 9 8. 20) 31673 Cap, Lower valve spring 26727 Pin, Dowel "27234A 33734 Gasket, Valve spring box Element, Breather 32755...
CARBURETOR NO, _N6A Part N_e 631615 I Throttle Shaft _ Lever Assy, 631767 I Throttle Return Spring 631104 I Dust Seal Washer 631971 I Dust Seal 631616 I Throttle Shutter 650506 I_11rotfle Shutter Screw 632527 I Fuel Fhttng 631700 I Float Bowl 631024 !Shaft, Floe1...
[RRFTSMRN® OWNER'S 3.5 HORSE POWER 20'" SIDE DISCHARGE MANUAL ROTARY LAWNMOWER MODEL NO. 917.380231 Each Lawn Mower has its own model number. Each engine has its own model number'. The model number for'your lawn mower will be found on a decal attached to the rear of the lawn mower housing,, The model number for the engine will be found on the B|ower Housing of the engine adjacent to 9he spark plug..
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