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Craftsman 917.378451 Owner's Manual

6.5 horsepower power-propelled 21" rear discharge rotary lawn mower
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iCRRFTSMRN°i
ROTARY LAWN MOWER
6.5 Horsepower
Power-Propelled
21" Rear Discharge
Model No.
917.378451
CAUTION:
Read and follow all
Safety Rules and Instructions
before operating this equipment
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 US.A.
Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman

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  • Page 1 Owner's Manual iCRRFTSMRN°i ROTARY LAWN MOWER 6.5 Horsepower Power-Propelled 21" Rear Discharge Model No. 917.378451 CAUTION: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 US.A. Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman...
  • Page 2 If this Craftsman Lawn Mower is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase. This Warranty does not cover: • Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as rotary mower blades, blade adapters, belts, air cleaners and spark plug.

  • Page 3: General Operation

    I.GENERAL OPERATION • Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when • Read, understand, and follow operating mower. instructions on the machine and in the II. SLOPE OPERATION manual(s) before starting. Be thor- oughly familiar with the controls Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall accidents which can result in...

  • Page 4: Lawn Mower Maintenance

    • Never run a machine inside a closed • Stop and inspect the equipment if you area. strike an object. Repair, if necessary, • Never make adjustments or repairs before restarting. with the engine (motor) running. • Never attempt to make wheel height adjustments while the engine...

  • Page 5: To Remove Lawn Mower From Carton

    Read these instructions and this manual HOW TO SET UP YOUR LAWN in its entirety before you attempt MOWER assemble or operate your new lawn TO UNFOLD HANDLE mower. IMPORTANT: Unfold handle carefully so IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is as not to pinch or damage control cables. shipped WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE...

  • Page 6: Before Operating

    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 7: Engine Speed

    Operator presence control bar Drive The operation of any lawn control mower can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your lawn mower DRIVE or performing any adjustments...

  • Page 8: To Empty Grass Catcher

    TO EMPTY GRASS CATCHER ADD GASOLINE • Fill fuel tank to bottom of tank filler 1. Lift up on grass catcher using the frame handle. neck. Do not overfill. Use fresh, clean, 2. Remove grass catcher with clippings regular unleaded gasoline with a from under lawn mower handle.

  • Page 9: To Stop Engine

    MULCHING MOWING TIPS Move throttle control lever to FAST position. IMPORTANT: For best performance, Hold operator presence control bar keep mower housing free of built-up down to the handle and pull starter grass and trash. See "CLEANING" in the handle quickly.

  • Page 10: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE Check for Loose Fasteners ¥/ Clean/Inspect Grass Catcher (If Equipped) Clean Lawn Mower Clean Under Drive Cover (Power-Propelled Mowers I Check drive belt]pulleys 'Powe r'Propelled Mowers) Check/Sharpen/Replace Blade LubricetionChart Clean Battery/Recharge IElectrla Start Mowers I Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil...

  • Page 11: Product Specifications

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Sedal Number: Date of Purchase: Gasoline Capacity / Type: 1.6 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: .030") Champion RJ19LM or J19LM Blade Bolt Torque: 35-40 ft.
  • Page 12 GRASS CATCHER NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting • The grass catcher may be hosed with cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils water, but must be dry when used. will result in increased oil consumption • Check your grass catcher often for when used above 32°F.

  • Page 13: Lawn Mower

    SPARK PLUG TO CLEAN AIR FILTER 1. Loosen screw and tilt cover to remove. Replace spark plugs at the beginning each mowing season or after every 100 Carefully remove cartridge. hours of operation, whichever occurs first. Clean by gently tapping on a flat Spark plug type and gap setting are surface.
  • Page 14 TO REMOVE DRIVE BELT 1. Remove drive cover. Remove belt from gearcase pulley by pushing down on pulley and rolling belt off it. 2. Turn lawn mower on its side with air filter and carburetor Remove blade. Remove debris shield. Remove belt from engine pulley on crankshaft.
  • Page 15 IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the CARBURETOR engine governor, which is factory set for Your carburetor is not adjustable. If your proper engine speed. Ovempeeding the engine does not operate preperly due to engine above the factory high speed suspected carburetor problems, take your setting can be dangerous.

  • Page 16: Troubleshooting

    • Never use engine or carburetor cleaner 3. Pull starter handle slowly a few times to distribute oil. products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur. 4. Replace with new spark plug. • Use fresh fuel next season. OTHER NOTE: Fuel stabilizer...
  • Page 17 TROUBLESHOOTING - See appropriate section in manual unless directed to a Sears Service Center. CAUSE PROBLEM CORRECTION 1. Rear of lawn mower Loss of power 1. Set to "Higher Cut" position. housing or cutting blade dragging in heavy grass. Cutting too much grass.
  • Page 18 LIMITADA DE DOS AI_IOS PARA LA SEGADORA A MOTOR CRAFTSMAN Por dos (2) a,_os, a partir de la fecha de compra, cuando esta Segadora Craftsman se mantenga, lubrique y afine segt_n las instruociones para la operacibn y el mantenimiento en el manual del dueiSo, Sears reparard gratis todo defecto en el material y la mano de obra.
  • Page 19 I. OPERACION II. OPERACION SOBRE LAS CUESTAS Los accidentes ocurren con rods frecuancia • Antes de empezar, debe familiarizarse en las cuestas. Estos accidentes ocurren completamente con los controles y el uso debido a resbaladas o cafdas, las cuales correcto de la maquina. Para esto, debe leer pueden resultar en graves lesiones.

  • Page 20: Mantenimiento

    • Nunca haga funcionar una maquina dentro • Pare e inspeccione el equipo si le pega a un de un &tea cerrada. objeto. Repdrelo, si es necesado, antes de hacerlo arrancar. • Nunca haga ajustes o reparaciones mientras el motor estd en marcha. •...
  • Page 21 Lea estas instrucciones y el manual COMO PREPARAR SU SEGADORA completamente antes de tratar de montar u PARA DESDOBLAR EL MANGO operar su segadora nueva. IMPORTANTE: Despliegue el mango con IMPORTANTE: Este cortacesped viene SIN mucho cuidado para no pellizcar o da_ar los ACEITE O GASOLINA en el motor.
  • Page 22 FAMILIARICESE CON SU SEGADORA LEA ESTE MANUAL DEL DUEllO Y LAS REGLAS DE SEGURIDAD ANTES DE OPERAR SU SEGADORA. Compare las ilustraciones con su segadora para familiadzarse con la ubicaci6n de los diversos controles y ajustes. Guarde este manual para referencia en el futuro. Estos sfmbolos pueden apareser sobre su segadora o en la literatura proporcionada con el producto.
  • Page 23 Barrade control que exigela presencia del operador segadora puede hacer que salten objetos extraSos dentro La operaci6n de cualquier de sus ojos, Io que puede producir daSos graves en _stos. Siempre use anteojos de seguridad o protecci6n para los ojos mientras opere su segadora o cuando haga ajustes o EN_N\ DELA...
  • Page 24 PARA VACIAR EL RECOGEDOR DE AGREGUE GASOUNA CESPED • Uene el estanque de combustible hasta la parte inferior del cuello de relleno del 1. Levante el recogedor de cdsped usando el estanque de gasoUna. No Io Ilene mango del bastidor. demasiado.

  • Page 25: Para Parar

    CONSEJOS PARA SEGAR 2. Mueva la palanca de control de aeeleraci6n del motor a la posici6n de ACOLCHAR RAPIDO. IMPORTANTE: Para obtener el mejor 3. Sujete la barra de ¢ontroles que exigen la rendimiento mantenga la caja de la segadora presencia del operador abajo en el mango sin acumulacion de cesped y basura.
  • Page 26 PROGRAMA MANTENIMIENTO _.,_of, •.ENE L AS F EC.AS A.ED,DA DE SERVICIO Reviser si hay sujetadores sueltos Limpiadinspeccionar el recogedor de SE c6sped (si viene equipado) Limplar la segadora misk_n(segaderas con poder propulsor) Limp.iardebajo de la cubierta de la trans- Revisar las correas y las poleas Impul- t '/ sades (se_adoras con poder propulsorI ORi Reviser o/afilar/cambiar la cuchilla...

  • Page 27: Especificaciones

    ESPECIFICACIONES DEL PRODUCTO Nemero de Serie: Fecha de Compra: Capacidad y Tipo de Gasolina: 1.6 Cuartos (Regular sin Plomo) Tipo de Aceite (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (sobre 32°F);SAE 5W-30 (debajo 32°F) 20 Onzas Capacidad de Aceite: Bujia (Abertura: .030") Champion RJ19LM o J19LM TorsiSn del Perno de la Cuchilla: 35-40 ft.
  • Page 28 RECOGEDOR DE ClaSPED AVISO: A pesar de que los aceites de multiviscosidad (5W30, 10W30, etc.) mejoran • El recogedor de c_sped puede ser rociado con el agua de la manguera pero tiene que el arranque en clima fifo, estos aceites de multiviscosidad van ha aumentar el consumo estar seco cuando se vaya a usar.
  • Page 29 BUJ|AS PARA LIMPIAR EL FILTRO DE AIRE Cambie las bujfas al comienzo de cada 1. Suelte el tornillo e incline la cubierta para temporada de siega o despuds de cada 100 removerlo. horas de operacibn, Io que suceda primero. El 2.
  • Page 30 PARA REMOVER LA CORREA DE IMPULSI()N Remueva la cubierta de la impulsi6n. Remueva la correa empujando hacia abajo en la polea de la caja de engranajes. Haga descansar la segadora en su lado con el filtro de aire y el carburador mirando hacia arriba.
  • Page 31 CARBURADOR IMPORTANTE: Nunca manipule el regulador Su carburador no es ajustable. Si su motor no del motor, el que ha sido ajustado en la fdbrica est._ funcionando en forma adecuada debido a para la velocidad del motor adecuada. Puede problemas que so sospecha vienen del ser peligroso hacer funcionar el motor a una velocidad por sobre el ajuste de alta velocidad carburador, Ileve su segadora a contacto con...
  • Page 32 • Nunca uselos productos p ara limpieza del del agujero de la bujia en el cilindro. carburador odel motor en el estanque de 3. Tire la manilla de arranque lentamente combustible pues se pueden producir unas cuantas veces para distribuir el aceite.
  • Page 33 SOLUCI6N DE PROBLEMAS - Vea la secci6n apropiada en el manual amenos que estd dirigido a un centro de servico Sears. CORRECCION PROBLEMA CAUSA Falta de Cuchilla desgastada, doblada 1. Ajuste a la posici6n de fuerza o suelta. "Code mds alto." Altura de las ruedas dispareja.
  • Page 34 CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.378451 84 83...
  • Page 35 CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.378451 PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 183485 Upper Handle (with Grip) 178053X004 Selector Spring 151721)(479 Lower Handle 63124 Nut5/16-18 180955 Control Bar 175575X004 Axle Arm Assembly LR 133107 Engine Zone Control Cable...
  • Page 36 CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.378451...
  • Page 37 CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER -- MODEL NUMBER 917.378451 PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 179681 Pan Head Tapping Screw #10-24 x 2-3/4 Control Cable Assembly 175262 Drive Cover 751152 Locknut #10-24 178843 Hex Washer Head Screw 1/4-20 x 2.12 132010 158755...
  • Page 38 CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER-- MODEL NUMBER 917.378451 GEAR CASE ASSEMBLY- - PART NUMBER 180184 15 12 KEY PART DESCRIPTION 183497 Case, Lower 183498 Case, Upper 183499 Gear, 27Teeth 183500 Lever, Clutch 183501 Spring, Return 183502 Shaft, Input 183503 Dog, Movable...
  • Page 39 BRIGGS & STRATTON MODEL NUMBER 123K02 4-CYCLE ENGINE TYPE NUMBER 0183-E1 11019 LABEL KIT] 383_ 525 [ I 635 _) 718_ 123K02-0183-E1...
  • Page 40 BRIGGS & STRATTON MODEL NUMBER 123K02 4-CYCLE ENGINE TYPE NUMBER 0183-E1 _88_ lS9_ 163_ 977 CARBURETOR GASKET SET 365_ 276 Q 127_ 130 95 I_1 P_ARRIIRI::TOR OVI=RHAIIL KI'I 276Q 6330 276_ 276 _ 127 123K02-O183-E1...
  • Page 41 BRIGGS & STRATTON MODEL NUMBER 123K02 4-CYCLE ENGINE TYPE NUMBER 0183-E1 969 | 305 _p 6081 65'_ 55 _ 592_ 689 O 456 @ 597_ 1036 EMISSIONS LABEL 123K02-0183-E1...

  • Page 42: Briggs& Stratton

    BRIGGS& STRATTON MODEL NUMBER123K02 4-CYCLE ENGINE TYPE NUMBER 0183-E1 358 ENGINE GASKET 842<_ 524_ 668 8 2o j 334_ 404 (_) 505 @ 123K02-0183-E1 KEY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 697322 Cylinder Assembly 399781 • Seal, Oil, PTO Side 399269 Kit, Bushing/Seal 691092 Screw, Engine Sump 299819...
  • Page 43 BRIGGS & STRATI'ON MODEL NUMBER 123K02 4-CYCLE ENGINE TYPE NUMBER 0183-E1 PART KEY'PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 691219 Cup, Flywheel 499424 Rod, Connecting 692299 Plate, Pawl Friction 691664 Screw, Connecting Rod 281505 Pawl, Ratchet 695759 Screw, Connecting Rod 231082 Nut, Governor Control Lever 262651 Valve, Exhaust 495264...
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