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Craftsman 917.388290 Owner's Manual

Craftsman 917.388290 Owner's Manual

55 horsepower 21" rear discharge rotary lawn mower
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CRAFTS[MAN +
55 HORSEPOWER
21" REAR DISCHARGE
ROTARY LAWN MOWER
Model No
917.388290
•
Safety
•
Assembly
•
Operation
•
Maintenance
•
EspaSol
•
Repair Parts
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 Model No 917.388290 • Safety • Assembly • Operation • Maintenance • EspaSol • Repair Parts 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 Maintenance 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 the owner's...

  • Page 3: Operation

    sandals. Wear only solid shoes with • Never cut grass by pulling the mower good traction when mowing. towards you. Mow across the face of • Check fuel tank before starting engine. slopes, never up and down or you Do not fill gas tank indoors, when the might lose your footing.

  • Page 4: Lawn Mower Maintenance

    These accessories were available when this service centers. Most Sears stores can also lawn mower was produced. They are not order repair parts for you, when you provide shipped with your mower. They are also the model number of your lawn mower. Some available at most Sears retail outlets and of these accessodes may not apply to your lawn mower.

  • Page 5: A'i-Rachments

    of lower handle towards each other Operator until the pin in handle can be inserted presence contml bar into one of the three height adjustment holes. handle • Remove protective padding, raise upper handle section into place on Lift up lower handle and tighten both handle knobs.
  • 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...

  • Page 7: Engine Zone Control

    CAUTION: Do not run your lawn mower The operation of any lawn mower can result without dipping deflector or approved grass in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, whm_,h can result in severe eye damage. Always catcher in place. Never attempt to operate the lawn mower with the rear door removed or wear safety glasses or eye shields while propped open.

  • Page 8: To Start Engine

    Purchase f uel in quantities that can be • Pores in cloth grass catchers can become used within 30 days to assure fuel filled with dirt and dust with use and freshness. catchers will collect less grass. To prevent WARNING: Experience indicates that alcohol this, regularly hose catcher off with water and let dry before using.
  • Page 9 As Y ou COMPLETE .EGU ,. SE.V,C ySERV'CE OATES Check for Loose Fasteners Clean/Inspect Grass Catcher Clean Lawn Mower (Power-Propelled Mowers) Clean Under Drive Cover Check ddve belt/pulleys CheckJSharpen/Replace Blade (P0wer-Pr0pelled Mowers) Lubrication Chart Clean Battery/Recharge (Electric Start Mowers) Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil Ij/1,2 Clean Air Filter...

  • Page 10: Specifications

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS MODEL NUMBER 917.388290 SERIAL NUMBER DATE OF PURCHASE HORSEPOWER: 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: 20 OZS. SPARK PLUG(GAP: .030") CHAMPION RJ19LM OR J19LM VALVE CLEARANCE: INTAKE: .004 - .008 EXHAUST:...

  • Page 11: Grass Catcher

    IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is grade 8 heat NOTE: Although multi--viscosity oils treated. (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in TO SHARPEN BLADE cold weather, these multi--viscosity oils NOTE: We do not recommend sharpen- will result in increased oil consumption when used above 32°F. Check your ing blade - but if you do, be sure the blade is balanced.

  • Page 12: Spark Plug

    • Clean the inside of the cover and the CLEANING collar to remove any dirt accumulation. IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep • Insert new filter into cover. mower housing free of built--up grass • Put air filter cover and filter into collar and trash.
  • Page 13 ENGINE dangerous, if you think the engine-governed CARBURETOR high speed needs adjusting, contact your nearest AUTHORIZED service center, which Your carburetor has a non-acljustable fixed has proper equipment and experience to main jet for mixture control. Ifyour engine make any necessary adjustments. does not operate properly due to suspected ENGINE SPEED carburetor problems, take your lawn mower to...
  • Page 14 ENGINEOIL starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems. Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean engine oil (See "ENGINE" in the • If possible, store your unit indoors and Maintenance section of this manual). cover it to give protection from dust and dirt.

  • Page 15: Troubleshooting Chart

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Poor cut - uneven Wom, bent or loose blade. Replace blade. Tighten blade boll Set all wheels at same Wheel heights uneven. height Clean underside of Buildup of grass, leaves and hash under mower. mower housing. Excessive Worn, bent or loose blade.
  • Page 16 CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER -- MODEL NO. 917.388290...
  • Page 17 CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER-- MODEL NO. 917.388290 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 131696 Control Bar 851856 Screw 1/4-20 x 3/8 166860X479 UpperHandle 63124 161105X479 LowerHandle 160835X007 Wheel Adjusting Bracket - Front 132001 RopeGuide 19112222 Spacer 63601 Locknut 1/4-20 151161 Wheel Handle Bolt...
  • Page 18 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.995502 ,3O0 370C 61"-.292...
  • Page 19 MODEL NUMBER 143.995502 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 37266 Cylinder 36784 Valve Cover (Ind. 2,20 & 150) 30200 Screw, 10-24 x 9/16" 26727 DowelPin 29752 Nut & Lock Washer, 1/4- 33734 Breather Element 36557 Breather Ass'y. 6201 Screw, 114-28 x 7/8"...
  • Page 20 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.995502 PART DESCRIPTION 640174 Cacbum_x:(Ind. 1_, _ EnginePartsLie0 631615 ShaR & Lever AssemlW 631767 P.elumSpdug 631184 * Dust SealWasher 831183 "DustSe__) 64OO7O 11va_e Stlugm" 65O5O6 "Shut_r Scm, w 631807 Fuai F _r_,_ 651025 Crack Screw/Idle Speed Screw...
  • Page 21 MODEL NUMBER 143.995502 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION 590694 Recoil Starter 590599A Spdng Pin (Incl. 4) 590600 Washer 590696 Retainer 590601 Washer 590697 Brake Spdng 590698 Starter Dog 590699 Dog Spnng 590700 Pulley & Rewind Spring Ass'y. 590695 Starter Housing Ass'y.
  • Page 24 Por 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 reparacibn a domicilio 1-800-676-5811 In Canada for all your service and parts needs call Au Canada pour tout le service ou les pieces 1-800-665-4455 For the repair or replacement parts you need:...

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