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- Page 1 SEARS nFTZMnN MODEL NUMBER 917.373980 OWNER'S MANUAL OConvertible • Assembly • Operation • Customer Responsibilities • Service • Adjustments • Repair Parts Caution: Read and Follow all Safety Rules and Instructions Before Operating This Equipment...
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Page 2: Safety Rules
SAFETY RULES CAUTION: ALWAYS DISCONNECT SPARK PLUGWIRE ANDPLACE WIRE WHERE ITCANNOT CONTACT SPARK REPAIRS. PLUG TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING WHEN SETTING UP, TRANSPORTING, ADJUSTING OR MAKING IMPORTANT SAFETY STANDARDS REQUIRE OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROLS TO MINIMIZE THE RISK OF INJURY. YOUR UNIT IS EQUIPPED W SUCH CONTROLS. -
Page 3: Capacity
Sears will repair free of charge any defect in material or workmanship. If this Craftsman Lawn Mower is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase. - Page 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ........SAFE3_' RULES ............SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ......... PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ........STORAGE ..............CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..... 3, 12-14 TROUBLESHOOTING ..........", WARRANTY ..............REPAIR PARTS - LAWN MOWER ......18-; ASSEMBLY ..............REPAIR PARTS - ENGINE ........23-;.
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Page 5: Accessories
LAWN MOWER ACCESSORIES These accessories were available when this lawn mower was produced. They are also available at most Sears retail outlets and service centers. Most Sears stores can also order repair parts for you, when you provide the model number of your lawn mower. - Page 6 ASSEMBLY SIDE DISCHARGING (See Fig. 2B) - Read these instructions and this manual in its entirety before you attempt to assemble or operate your new lawn Mulcher plate must be installed into rear dischar( mowed Your new lawn mower has been assembled at the opening of mower (see above instructions).
- Page 7 ASSEMBLY TO ASSEMBLE ATTACH GRASS CATCHER (See Figs, 3A thru • To assemble tubular frame to grass bag, work sewn hem of bag out through the front opening of bag to expose the hem. • Thread tubular frame into hem and gather material at TUBULAR FRAME top of frame as shown.
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Page 8: Speed Control Engine
OPERATION KN_W YOUR LAWN MOWER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER. Compare t) illustrations with your lawn mower to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save th manual for future reference. ENGINE ZONE CONTROL CABLE OPERATOR... -
Page 9: Controls Drive Control
OPERATION HOW TO USE YOUR LAWN MOWER ENGINE SPEED CONTROL ENGINE SPEED (See Fig. 6) LEVER The engine speed is controlled by a lever located on the side of the engine. Fast ('#/_) position is for starting the engine, normal cutting, and better grass bagging. Slow position is for light cutting, trimming and fuel economy. -
Page 10: Starting
OPERATION TO EMPTY GRASS CATCHER (See Fig. 9) Simply lift up rear door'and remove the grass catcher by the handle. NOTE: Do not drag the bag when emptying; it will cause unnecessary wear. BEFORE STARTING ENGINE OIL (See Fig. 10) Your lav_n mower is shipped without oil in the engine. -
Page 11: Height Of Cut
OPERATION MOWING TIPS MAX 1/3 Under certain conditions, such asverytall grass, it may be necessary to raise the height of cut to reduce pushing effort and to keep from overloading the engine and leaving clumps of grass clippings. For extremely heavy cutting, reduce the width of cut by overlapping previously cut path and mow slowly. -
Page 12: Customer Responsibilities 3
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES OA, S AS YOU COMPLETE ._b_ _,-_/ _'_. _',_._/,_.,_,_ _,_. C)£:_'_ Cheek for Loose Fasteners Clean/Inspect Grass Catcher (If Equipped) Clea[i Lawn Mower Inspect/Clean Drive Wheels (Self-Propelled Mowers) Sharpen/Replace Mower Blade Lubrication Chart Cleap. Battery/Recharge (Electric Start Mowers) Checik Engine Oil Level Chaqge Engine Oil I/1,,_... -
Page 13: Replacement
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES LAWN MOWER CRANK- BLADE Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- nance. KEYWAY TIRES Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemi- cals which can harm rubber. BLADE • Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and other hazards that may cause tire damage. -
Page 14: Service
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ENGINE LUBRICATION Use only'high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade accordin_ to your expected operating temperature. SAE VISCOSITY GRADES CONTAINER 30 ° 32 ° 40 ° 60° 80 ° FIG. 13 .3Oo -20 _ .10 o... -
Page 15: Service And Adjustments
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: elease control bar. Make sure the blade and all moving parts have completely stopped. • Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place where it cannot come in contact with plug, lAWN MOWER TO ADJUST CUTI'ING... -
Page 16: Carburetor
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST HANDLE (See Figs. 16 Thru 18) SHIPPING POSITION Your lawn mower handle can be raised or lowered for your MEDIUM LOW MEDIUM HIGH mowing comfort. Four (4) positions are available: high, medium high, medium low and low. Handles are shipped mounted in the medium low position. -
Page 17: Storage
STORAGE Immediately prepare your lawn mower for storage at the ENGINE end of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more. FUEL SYSTEM LAWN MOWER IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT DEPOSITS FROM FORMING ESSENTIAL FUEL... - Page 18 REPAIR PARTS CRAFTSMAN 22" ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917.373980 --70...
- Page 19 140540 Rear Skirt 103672X Rope Guide ,=.& 133170X479 MulcherPlate 134612 Debris Shield 85543 Engine Pulley 141137 Engine - Craftsman - Model No. 143.945504 87677 Hi-Pro Key #505 701458 Door 77400 Hubcap 752240X479 Door Latch 85179 Retainer Clip 702807 Side Discharge Guard...
- Page 20 REPAIR PARTS CRAFTSMAN 22" ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917.373980 • " ,...
- Page 21 REPAIR PARTS CRAFTSMAN 22" ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917.373980 PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION 48029 Drive Head Kit 63601 Hex Locknut 1/4-20 Drive Cover Decal 137076 Drive Control 141764 Hex Washer Head Screw #10-24 x 3/4 69180 Locknut #10-24 143603...
- Page 22 REPAIR PARTS 22" ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NO. 917.373980 GEAR CASE ASSEMBLY PART NUMBER 702511 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 1749O416 Tapping Screw 1/4-20 x 1-1/4 86447 Plug 137055X004 137050 HeticalGear Engagement Bracket 137053 Shifter 750436X Clutch Jaw 57072 Seal 750369 Grease...
- Page 23 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL N O. 1 43.945504 MODELand SERIAL NUMBERSHERE _'2O3A 260 1 275B...
- Page 24 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NO. 1 43.94550 REF PART REF PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 36478 27234A Cylinder (Includes Ref. #2 and 20) * Valve Cover Gasket 26727 Dowel Pin 32755 Valve Cover 33734 Breather Element 30200 Screw #10-24 x 9/16...
- Page 25 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NO. 1 43.945504 CARBURETOR NO. 632681 REF PART NO. NO. I_ESCRIPTION 632681 Carburetor, Complete (Includes Ref. #184 of Engine Parts List) 631615 Throttle Shaft and Lever Assembly 631767 Throttle Return Spring 631184 Dust Seal Washer 631183...
- Page 26 SERVICE NOTES...
- Page 27 TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Does not start Dirty air filter. Clean/replace air filter. Out of fuel, Fill fuel tank. Stale fuel. Drain tank and refill with fresh clean fuel. Water in fuel. Drain fuel tank and carburetorand refill tank with fresh gasoline.
- Page 28 [R;IFTSMRN ® _/A/RS OWNER'S 5.5 HORSEPOWER MANUAL 22" 3 in ONE Convertible POWER PROPELLED ROTARY LAWN MOWER Each lawn mower has its own model number. Each en- gine has its own model number. The model number for your lawn mower will be found on a MODEL NO.