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Craftsman 917.377970 Owner's Manual

6.75 horsepower 21" multi-cut power propelled rotary lawn mower
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Owner's Manual
rRAFTXMI:IN °
6.75 HORSEPOWER
21" MULTI-CUT
POWER PROPELLED
ROTARY LAWN MOWER
Model No.
917.377970
•
Safety
•
Assembly
•
Operation
•
Maintenance
•
EspaSol
•
Repair Parts
CAUTION:
Read and follow all
Safety Rules and Instructions
before opera_ting this equipment
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
Visit our Craftsman Website: www.sears.com/craftsman

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  • Page 1 917.377970 • Safety • Assembly • Operation • Maintenance • EspaSol • Repair Parts CAUTION: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before opera_ting this equipment Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 Visit our Craftsman Website: www.sears.com/craftsman...
  • Page 2 Warranty service is available by retuming the Craftsman power mower to the nearest Sears Service Center/Department in the United States. This warranty applies only while this product is in use in the United States.

  • Page 3: Operation

    • Check fuel tank before starting engine. Do • Never cut grass by pulling the mower notflU ges tank indoors, when the engine is towards you. Mow across the face of running or when the engine is hot. Allow the slopes, never up and down or you might engine to cool for several minutes before lose your footing.

  • Page 4: Lawn Mower

    Theseaccessories wereavailable whenthislawnmower w asproduced. T heyare not shippedwith your mower. T heyarealsoavailable atmostSearsretail o utlets andservice centers. Most Sears stores can also order repair pads for you, when you provide the model number of your lawn mower. Some of these acsessories may not apply to your lawn mower. LAWN MOWER PERFORMANCE CUPPING DEFLECTOR...
  • Page 5 TO PREPARE BATrERY • Your handles may be adjusted for your mowing comfort. Refer to Service and NOTE: Your battery must be charged Adjustments section of this manual. before you can start your lawn mower. • Disconnect engine battery connector Operator presence (male) from battery connector (female) control bar...

  • Page 6: Know Your Lawn Mower

    KNOWYOURLAWNMOWER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUALAND 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: Rear Bagging

    TO OPERATE DRIVE SYSTEM Theoperation ofanylawnmowercan result i n foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can • With engine running, select ground result in severe eye damage. Always wear speed by moving speed control lever to safety glasses or eye shields while operating desired position.

  • Page 8: Before Starting Engine

    SIMPLESTEPS TO REMEMBER CAUTION: Do not run your lawn mower without rear mulcher plug or approved grass WHEN CONVERTING YOUR LAWN catcher in place. Never attempt to operate the MOWER lawn mower with the rear door removed or propped o pen. FOR MULCHING •...

  • Page 9: To Start Engine

    octane.(Useof leaded gasoline will TO START ENGINE increase carbon andleadoxidedeposits • To starta coldengine,push primerthree (3) andreduce valvelife).Do notmixoilwifh times beforetryingto start. Use a firm push. gasoline.Purchase fuel in quantities that This step isnot usuallynecessarywhen can be used within 30 days to assure fuel startingan engine which has already runfor freshness.

  • Page 10: Mowing Tips

    MULCHING MOWING TIPS MOWINGTIPS IMPORTANT: Forbest performance, keep • For most cutting conditions and better engine mower housing free of built-up grass and bagging performance, the speed should be set in the fast position. trash. See "Cleaning" in MAINTENANCE section of this manual •...

  • Page 11: Maintenance Schedule

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ..FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERV ICE _(,_ Check for Loose Fasteners Clean/Inspect Grass Catcher (If Equipped) Clean Lawn Mower Clean Un_r Dr_'a Cc_'er (Power-Propelled Mowers) (Power-Propelled Mowers) RE Check drive belt/pulleys Check/Sharpen/Replace Blade LubricationChart Clean Battery/Recharge IElectdc Start MowersI Check Engine Oil Level...

  • Page 12: Product Specifications

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS MODEL NUMBER 917.377970 ;ERIAL NUMBER DATE OF PURCHASE HORSEPOWER: 6.75 GASOLINE CAPACITY/TYPE: 1.5 QUARTS UNLEADED REGULAR OIL TYPE (API-SF/SG/SH): SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (BELOW 32°F) OIL CAPACITY: 27 OZS. SPARK PLUG(GAP: .030") CHAMPION RJ19LM or J19LM VALVE CLEARANCE: INTAKE: .004 - .008...

  • Page 13: Grass Catcher

    TO SHARPENBLADE • If you remove the drive pinions, wipe NOTE: clean with dry cloth. Reassemble dry. We do not recommend sharpening Do not lubricate. Do not use oil or blade - but if you do, be sure the blade is balanced.

  • Page 14: Air Filter

    Check thecrankcase oillevel b efore starting theengine andaftereachlive(5)hoursof Air filter cover continuous u se. T_hten oil pkig securely each time you check the oil level. TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL Coverknob NOTE: Before tipping lawn mower to drain oil, drain fuel tank by running engine until fuel tank Hinge is empty.

  • Page 15: Rear Deflector

    CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING Handle pin SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Med.. Release control bar and stop engine. • 3-position Make sure the blade and all moving • Handle parts have completely stopped. adjustment • Disconnectspark plug wirefrom bracket spark plug and place where it cannot come in contact with plug.
  • Page 16 Immediately p repare yourlawnmower f or ENGINE storage at the end of the season or if the unit FUEL SYSTEM will not be used for30 days or more. IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent gum LAWN MOWER deposits from forming in essential fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel filter, fuel hose, When lawn mower is to be stored for a period or tank during storage.

  • Page 17: Troubleshooting

    CAUTION: Never store the lawn mower • Cover your unit with a suitable protective cover that does not mta'_nmoisture. Do not with gasoline in the tank inside a building usa plastic. Plastic cannot breathe which where fumes may reach an open flame or allows condensation to form and will cause spark.
  • Page 18 TROUBLESHC OTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Grass catcher Cuffing height too low. 1. Raise cuffing height. not filling Lift on blade wom off. Replace blade. (If so equipped) Catcher not venting air. Clean grass catcher. Low engine speed. Set engine speed control in fast position.
  • Page 20 For in-home major brand repair service: Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 1-800-4-MY-Home sM(1-800-469-4663) Para pedir servicio de reparaci6n a domicilio 1-800-676-5811 In Canada for all your service and parts needs call Au Canada pour tout le service ou les pi_ces 1-800-665-4455 For the repair or replacement parts you need: Call 6 am-11pm CST, 7 days a week...

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