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Craftsman 917.386081 Owner's Manual

Craftsman 917.386081 Owner's Manual

4.0 horsepower 20" side discharge rotary lawn mower
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I CRRFTSMRN° IMOWER
ROTARY LAWN
4.0 Horsepower
20" Side Discharge
Model No.
917.386081
CAUTION:
Read and follow all
Safety Rules and Instructions
before operating this equipment
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
Visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.com/craftsman

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  • Page 1 I CRRFTSMRN° IMOWER ROTARY LAWN 4.0 Horsepower 20" Side Discharge Model No. 917.386081 CAUTION: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. Visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.com/craftsman...
  • Page 2 Service ......Back Cover LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN POWER MOWER For one year from date of purchase, when this Craftsman Lawn Mower is maintained, lubricated, and tuned up according to the operating and maintenance instructions the owner's manual,...
  • Page 3 • Disengage the self-propelled mecha- I. GENERAL OPERATION nism or drive clutch on mowers • Read, understand, and follow equipped before starting the engine instructions on the machine and in the (motor). manual(s) before starting. Be thor- • If the equipment should start to vibrate oughly familiar with the controls and abnormally,...
  • Page 4 IV. SERVICE • Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly. • Use extra care in handling gasoline • Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or and other fuels. They are flammable other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel and vapors are explosive, spillage.
  • Page 5 Parts Bag contents not shown full size e(l) Rope (4) Wheel Height Adjusters (1) Upstop Bracket (2) Wing Nuts Parts Bag contents shown full size Discharge Guard © (2) Hex Bolts 1/4-20 (2) Washers 3/4" Dia. (2) Locknuts 1/4-20 Upstop Bracket Wheels Rope Guide...

  • Page 6: Unpack Carton

    ASSEMBLE LOWER HANDLE ACAUTION: Do not operate this mower NOTE: The holes in lower handle are off without the discharge guard or an entire approved grass catcher in place. These center to allow different height positions. 1. To install lower handle onto the guards are for your protection and are required by the American National...
  • Page 7 AS VIEWED FROM FRONT OF MOWER ASSEMBLE WHEELS Install wheels on threaded adjuster axle arms. Secure each wheel with flanged Iocknut. Tighten securely. 3. Assemble adjustment knobs to adjuster levers by pressing on or tapping lightly. Axle arm washer Flanged Iocknut head screw...

  • Page 8: Install Starter Rope

    INSTALL CONTROL ASSEMBLE ENGINE ZONE CONTROL CABLE TO UPPER HANDLE 1. Position control bar so flattened section with hole is on opposite side Assemble cable to opposite side of up- of handle as up-stop bracket. stop bracket. Insert one end of control bar into 1.
  • Page 9 KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAl_AND ALL 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...

  • Page 10: Before Starting

    BEFORE STARTING ENGINE The operationof any lawn mowercan resultin foreign ADD OIL objectsthrowninto the Your lawnmower is shipped without oil in eyes,which can resultin the engine. For type and grade of oil to severeeye damage. use, see "ENGINE" in the Maintenance Alwayswearsafetyglassesor eye section of this manual.

  • Page 11: To Start Engine

    MOWING TIPS Gasoline A CAUTION: Do not use de-thatcher filler cap blade attachments on your mower. Such attachments are hazardous, will damage your mower and could void your warranty. • 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...

  • Page 12: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE /__°_ _o_X/_y AS YOU COMPLETE ./'_'4 "/,_0_" SERVICE REGULARSERVICE /__'4 _X_y_ DATES Chock for Loose Fasteners Clean/Inspect Grass Catcher (If Equipped) M Clean Lawn Mower Clean Under Drive Cover (Power-Propened Mowers) Check ddvo belt/pulleys RE Power-P ropelledMowers) Check/Sharpen/Replace Blade I1 # 3 LubricationChart...

  • Page 13: Specifications

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ;erial Number: Date of Purchase: Gasoline Capacity/Type: 1.25 Quarts (Unleaded Regular) Oil Type (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (above 32°F); SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) Oil Capacity: 20 Ounces Spark Plug (Gap: .045") Champion RJ19LM4 Blade Bolt Torque: 35-40 ft. Ibs. •...
  • Page 14 ENGINE AIR FILTER LUBRICATION Your engine will not run properly and may be damaged by using a dirty air filter. Use only high quality detergent oil rated Replace the air filter every 100 hours of with API service classification SF-SJ. operation or every season, whichever Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade...

  • Page 15: Lawn Mower

    • Clean engine often to keep trash from • We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean lawn mower unless the accumulating. A clogged engine runs hotter and shortens engine life. electrical system, muffler, air filter and • Keep finished surfaces and wheels free...
  • Page 16 Immediatelyprepareyour lawn mowerfor Operator storageat the end of the seasonor if the control bar unit will not be usedfor 30 days or more. LAWN MOWER When lawn mower is to be stored for a Lower period of time, clean it thoroughly, remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc, Store in a clean, dry area.

  • Page 17: Troubleshooting

    CYLINDER • If possible, store your unit indoors and cover it to protect it from dust and dirt. Remove spark plug. • Cover your unit with a suitable protec- Pour one ounce (29 ml) of oil through tive cover that does not retain moisture. spark plug hole into cylinder.
  • Page 18 TROUBLESHOOTING appropriate - See section in manual unless directed :o a Sears Service Center. PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Poor cut- 1. Worn, bent or loose blade. 1, Replace blade. Tighten uneven blade bolt. 2. Wheel heights uneven. Set all wheels at same height.
  • Page 19 GARANTiA LIMITADA DE DOS AI_IOS PARA LA SEGADORA A MOTOR CRAFTSMAN Por uno (1) aSo, a partir de la fecha de compra, cuando esta Segadora Craftsman se mantenga, lubrique y afine segt_n las instrucdones para la operad6n y el mantenimiento en el manual del dueSo, Sears reparar_ gratis todo defecto en el material y la mano de obra.
  • Page 20 II. OPERACION SABRE LAS CUESTAS I. OPERACION Los acoidentes ocurren con rods frecuencia • Antes de empezar, debe familiarizarse en las cuestas. Estos accidentes ocurren cornpletamente con los controlea y el usa debido a resbaladas o cafdas, las cuales correcto de la maquina. Para esto, debe leer pueden resultar en graves lesiones.
  • Page 21 • Nunca haga ajustes o reparaciones • En ningdn caso hay que regular la altura de mientras el motor est_ en marcha. las ruedas mientras el motor estd en marcha. Desconecte el cable de la bujfa, y rnantdngalo a cierta distancia de 6sta para •...
  • Page 22 Bolsa de partes, el contenido no se muestra en tama_o completo (4) Ajusta- dores de la altura de la rueda _'___ 1) Gufadel (1) Puntal (2) Tuercas de tope de mariposa Bolsa de partes, el contenido semuestra en tamaSo completo Protecci6n contra la descarga (2) Pernos...
  • Page 23 MONTAJE DEL MANGO INFERIOR A_:kPRECAUCl6N: No haga funcionar su AVISO:Los agujems en el mango inferior segadora sin el desviador de recortes o sin el est_.n fuera del centro para permitir una recogedor de c_sped, apmbados, en su lugar. posicibn baja o alta. Estos dispositivos de seguridad son para su 1.

  • Page 24: Montaje De Las Ruedas

    VISTADESDE LA PARTEDELANTERADE LASEGADORA MONTAJE DE LAS RUEDAS 1. Monte las ruedas en los brazos del eje fileteado del ajustador. 2. Asegure cada rueda con la tuerca de seguridad. Apriete en forma segura. 3. Monte las manillas de ajuste en las palancas de ajustador presiondndolas o golpe_.ndolas suavernente.
  • Page 25 INSTALACION DE LA BARRA DE MONTAJE DEL CABLE DE CONTROL DE ZONA DEL MOTOR HAClA EL MANGO CONTROL SUPERIOR Ponga la barra de controlde modo que la secci6n aplanada con el agujero quede en Monte el cable en el lado opuesto del puntal de el lado opuesto del puntal de tope.
  • Page 26 FAMIUARICESE CON SU SEGADORA LEA ESTE MANUAL DEL DUENO Y LAS REGLAS DE SEGURIDAD ANTES DE OPARAR SU SEGADORA. Compare las ilustraciones con su segadora para familiadzarse con la ubicacibn de los diversos contfotes y ajustes. Guarde este manual para referencia en el futuro. Estos simbolos pueden apareser sobre su segadora o en la literatura proporcionada con el producto.
  • Page 27 ANTES DE HACER ARRANCAR segadora puede hacer que MOTOR salten objetos extraSos dentro AGREGUE ACEITE La operaci6n de cualquier de sus ojos, Io que puede Su segadora fue enviada sin aceite en el producir daSos graves en _stos. motor. Para el tipo y el grade del aceite a Siempro use anteojos de seguridad o utilizar, vea el "MOTOR"...

  • Page 28: Para Parar El Motor

    _PRECAUCI(_N" Los combustibles Sujete la barra de controles que exigen la presencia del operador abajo en el mango mezclados con alcohol (conocidos como y tire el mango del arrancador gasohol, o el uso de etanol o metanol) pueden r._pidamente.No permita que el cord6n del atraer la humedad, la que conduce a la arrancador se devuelva abruptamente.

  • Page 29: Antes De Cada Uso

    PROGRAMA DE MANTENIMIENTOI.,__J_J Revisar Sihay sujetadores sueltos Limpiar/inspecctonar el recogeclorde c_sped (sl vieno equipado) Lirnpiar la segadora misi_n (segadoras con poder propulsor) Limpiar debajo de la cubierta de la trans- sadas (se_adoras con poder propulsor) oD Revisar las correas y las poleas impul- Revisar o/afilar/camblar la cuchilla Tabla de lubdcaci6n Limpiar la baterfa,'recargar...

  • Page 30: Del Producto

    ESPECIFICAClONES DEL PRODUCTO NLimero de Serie: Fecha de Compra: Capacidad y Tipo de Gasolina: 1.25 Cuartos (Regular sin Plomo) Tipo de Aceite (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (sobre 32°F);SAE 5W-30 (debajo 32°F) Capacidad de Aceite: 20 Onzas Bujfa (Abertura: .045") Champion RJ19LM4 TorsiSn del Perno de la Cuchilla: 35-40 ft.
  • Page 31 MOTOR FILTRO DE AIRE Su motor puede sufrir aver{as y funcionar de LUBRICACI(_N manera incorrecta con un filtro del aire sucio. Use solamenteaceite de detergente de alta Sustituir el papel del cartucho una vez al aSo o calided clasiflcado con la clasiflcaci6nSF-SJ de tras 100 horas de funcionamiento, rods a servicio API.
  • Page 32 = Limpie el motor a menudo para evitar que • No recomendamos el uso de una manguera se acumule la basura. Un motor tapado de jardl'n para limpiar la segadora a menos que el sistema el_ctrico, el silenciador, el funciona m_s caliente y se acorta su duracibn.
  • Page 33 Inmediatamente prepare su segadora para el Barrade control q ue _,/:_ almacenamiento al final de cada temporada o exigela presencia del//_,/) DOBLAR ._,2_ si la unidad no se va a usar por 30 dias o operador //// HACIA >) m&s. Mangosupedor f /II/ PARA...
  • Page 34 ACEITE DEL MOTOR • Cambie el envase de la gasolina si se Drene el aceite (con el motor caliente) y empieza a oxidar. La oxidaci6n y/o la mugre cdmbielo con aceite de motor limpio. (Vea en su gasolina producir&n problemas. =MOTOR"...
  • Page 35 SOLUCI(3N DE PROBLEMAS - Vea la secci6n apropiada en el manual amenos estd dirigido un centro de servico Sears. PROBLEMA CAUSA CORRECCI(_N Mal code- 1. Cuchilla desgastada, doblada 1. Cambie la cuchilla. Apriete el perno disparejo o suelta, de la cuchilla. 2.
  • Page 36 CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER -- MODEL NUMBER 917.386081...
  • Page 37 Washer, Flat 850977 53847 Front Baffle Hex Locknut 1/4-20 700839X479 63601 Rear Deflector - - - Engine, Craftsman, Model Number 140543 143.014016 (See Breakdown) Wheel Adjusting Bracket 750085X007 Deflector Bracket 132004 Nut, Hex 1/4-20 87584X004 Screw, Thd., Roll, #10-24 x .50...
  • Page 38 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.014016 O-370K 3701:...
  • Page 39 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.014016 PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 37280 Cylinder(Includes 6021A Screw, 5/16-18x 1-1/2" Key Numbers 2, 20 and150) 37598 ResistorSpark Plug (RJ19LM4) 26727 Dowel Pin 31672 Valve Spring 33734 BreatherElement 31673 Valve SpringCap 36557 Breather Assembly (Includes...
  • Page 40 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.014016 PART DESCRIPTION 640262 Carburetor (Includes Key Number 184 of Engine Parts List) 631615 Throttle Shaft & Lever Assembly 631767 Throttle Return Spring * Dust Seal Washer 631184 631183 • Dust Seal (Throttle) * Throttle Shutter 640070 •...
  • Page 41 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.014016 KEY PART DESCRIPTION 590694 Recoil Starter 590599A Spring Pin (Includes Key Number 4) 590600 Washer 590696 Retainer 590601 Washer 590697 BrakeSpring 590698 Starter Dog 590699 Dog Spring 590700 Pulley & Rewind Spring Assembly 590695...
  • Page 42 SERVICE NOTES...
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