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Craftsman 917.389591 Owner's Manual

6.75 horsepower 21" rear discharge rotary lawn mower
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Owner's Manual
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6.75 HORSEPOWER
21" REAR DISCHARGE
ROTARY LAWN MOWER
Model No.
917.389591
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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 certifiedto 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 followingemission control systems: Engine Modification(EM), and Three-way
Catalyst (TWC) (If so equipped).
AVISO: Los motores homologadospara cumplir con la reglamentaci6n sobre emisionesde
Californiay de la Agenda de Protecci6n Ambiental estadounidense(EPA) para equipos
pequeSos no circulantes(SORE) funcionan con gasolina normal sin plomo, • incluyen los
siguientessistemas de control de emisiones: modificacibndel motor (EM) y catalizador de triple
accibn (TWC) (en caso de tenerlo).
The D.O.M. decal includesengine life specificationsfor the emissions-relateduseful life periodof
your engine. This period relates to the emission compliance life as certified by EPNCARB. To
find the life pedod specificationfor your engine, please match one of the following letterswith the
letter printedon your D.O.M. decal: (C) 125 hours, (B) 250 hours, (A) 500 hours.
La calcomania D.O.M. incluye especificacionessobre la duraci6n del motor para el periodo de
vida t_tilde su motor relaccionadocon emisiones. Este periodo se relacionacon la duracibnen
conformidad con las emisiones seg_n Io certificadoper EPNCARB. Para hallar la especiflcacibn
del pededo de vida de su motor, mire cu&lde las siguientes letras viene impresa en su
calcoman[a 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
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
Visit our Craftsman website:
www.sears.com/craftsman

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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 Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 Visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.com/craftsman...

  • Page 2: Operation

    Warranty service is available by returning the Craftsman power mower to the nearest Sears Service CentedDepartment in the United States. This warranty applies only while this product is in use in the United States. This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

  • Page 3: Slope Operation

    • Be alert and turn machine off if children • Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel enter the area. drives, walks, or roads. • Stop the engine (motor) whenever you • Before and while walking backwards, leave the equipment, before cleaning look behind and down for small children.

  • Page 4: Lawn Mower

    ALook for this symbol to point out &WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and important safety precautions. It means CAUTION!!! BECOMEALERT![! 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 Read these instructions and this manual 3. Remove any packing material from around control bar. in its entirety before you attempt to assemble or operate your new lawn Your handles may be adjusted for your mower. mowing comfort. Refer to Service and IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is Adjustments...
  • 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 The operation of any lawn TO CONVERT MOWER mowercan resultin foreign Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be objects thrown into the used as a mulcher. To convert to bagging : eyes, which can result in REAR BAGGING severe eye damage. •...

  • Page 8: Before Starting Engine

    BEFORESTARTINGENGINE A CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any ADD OIL spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or Your lawnmower is shipped without oil in use gasoline near an open flame. the engine.
  • Page 9 MULCHING MOWING TIPS MOWlNGTIPS • Under certain conditions, such as very IMPORTANT: For best performance, tall grass, it may be necessary to raise keep mower housing free of built-up the height of cut to reduce pushing grass and trash. See "CLEANING" in the Maintenance section of this manual.
  • Page 10 MAINT NANC SC.EOOLE AS YOU C OMPLETE _._7_ "_-_'_ Y._V,_": _.," '_'_J_- '¢_'_'_ _'?:°_sERwcE DATES s .v,c ,.,.-,. Check for Loose Fasteners Clean/Inspect Grass Catcher (If Equipped) Clean Lawn Mower Ol_/ Clean Under Drive Cover (Power-Propelled Mowers) Check drive belUpulleys (Power-Propelled Mowers) Check/Sharpen/Replace Blade...

  • Page 11: Product Specifications

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS SERIAL NUMBER: DATE OF PURCHASE: GASOLINE CAPACITY/TYPE: 1.5 QUARTS UNLEADED REGULAR OILTYPE (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (BELOW 32°F) OIL CAPACITY: 20 OZS. ;PARK PLUG (GAP: .045") CHAMPION RESISTOR TYPE RJ19LM4 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.
  • Page 12 TO SHARPEN BLADE Change the oil after every 25 hours of operation or at least once a year if the NOTE: We do not recommend sharpen- lawn mower is not used for 25 hours in ing blade - but if you do, be sure the blade is balanced.

  • Page 13: Air Filter

    MUFFLER AIR FILTER Inspect and replace corroded muffler as it Your engine will not run properly and may could create a fire hazard and/or dam- be damaged by using a dirty air filter. Replace the air filter every year or after age.
  • Page 14 _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 Immediately prepareyourlawnmower storage at the end of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more. Squeeze LAWN MOWER When lawn mower is to be stored for a period of time, clean it thoroughly, remove handle all dirt, grease, leaves, etc.

  • Page 16: Troubleshooting

    CYLINDER • If possible, store your unit indoors and cover it to give protection from dust and 1. Remove spark plug. dirt. Pour one ounce (29 ml) of oil through • Cover your unit with a suitable protec- spark plug hole into cylinder. tive cover that does not retain moisture.
  • Page 17 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Starter rope hard 1. Engine flywheel brake is on 1. Depress control bar to to pull when control bar is releasec upper handle before pulling starter rope. 2. Bent engine crankshaft. 2. Contact a Sears or other qualified service center.
  • Page 18 CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER-- MODEL NUMBER 917.389591 _-54...
  • Page 19 CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER-- MODEL NUMBER 917.389591 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Control B ar 88652 HingeScrew 131696 166860X479 UpperHandle 165766 Spdng(LH) 161105X479 LowerHandle 165767 Spring(RH) 132001 RopeGuide 165912 DoorBolt LocknutI/4-20 150406 Hex Head ThreadRollingScrew 3/8-I 6 x I 132004 HandleBolt...
  • Page 20 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.016714 126151A 10 ...20 185j- 370C...
  • Page 21 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.016714 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 37465 Cylinder (Incl. 2 & 20) 36784 Valve Cover 26727 Dowel Pin 30200 Screw, 10-24 x 9/16" 33734 Breather Element 29752 Nut & Lock Washer, 114-28 36557 Breather Ass'y. (Incl. 6 & 12A) 6201 Screw, 1/4-28 x 7/8"...
  • Page 22 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.016714 PART DESCRIPTION 640271 Carburetor (Incl. 184 of Engine Parts List) 31615 Throttle Shaft & Lever Assembly 31767 Throttle Return Spring Dust Seal Washer 631184 631183 Dust Seal (Throttle) Throttle Shutter 640070 650506 Shutter Screw...
  • Page 23 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.016714 KEY PART DESCRIPTION Recoil Starter 590702 590599A Spring Pin (Incl. 4) 590600 Washer 590696 Retainer Washer 590601 590697 Brake Spring 590698 Starter Dog 590699 Dog Spring 590700 Pulley & Rewind Spring Assy 590703 Starter Housing Assembly...
  • Page 24 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, dayornight (1-.800.4694663) (U.S.A.and Canal) WWW,,S6af'_OB Www,,8_u_ca For repair of carry-in products like vacuums, lawn equipment, and electronics, call for the nearest Sears Parts and Repair Center. 1-800-488-1222 ,_ytirne, dayorrt_t (U.S.A.

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