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Craftsman 917.377880 Owner's Manual

6.5 horsepower 21" multi-cut power propelled rotary lawn mower
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Owner's Manual
CRAFTIMBN °
6.5 HORSEPOWER
21" MULTI-CUT
POWER PROPELLED
ROTARY LAWN MOWE_R
Model No.
917.377880
•
Safety
•
Assembly
•
Operation
•
Maintenance
•
Espafiol
•
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 1 917.377880 • Safety • Assembly • Operation • Maintenance • Espafiol • 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 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 in the owner's...

  • Page 3: Operation

    • Check fuel tank before starting engine. Do • Never cut grass by pulling the mower not fill gas 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...

  • Page 4: Maintenance

    _= when this produced. shipped with your mower. They are also avaik='_bte at most Sears retail outlats and service centers. Most Sears stores can also order repair parts for you, when you provide the model number of your lawn mower. Some of these accessories may not app{y to your lawn mower.
  • Page 5 ATTACHMENTS TO INSTALL • Your handles may be adjusted for your mowing comfort. Refer to Service and Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be Adjustments section of this manual. used as a mulcher. To convert to bagging or discharging; See OPERATION section Operator presence of this manual.
  • Page 6 KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER 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 Lower Wheels for high cut The operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in Wheel severe eye damage. Always wear safety A_uster glasses or eye sh_ds while operating your Lever lawn mower or performing any adjustments or repairs.

  • Page 8: To Convert Mower

    TO CONVERT MOWER Your lawn mower was shippedready to be used as a mulcher. To convert to bagging or Open discharging: mulcher door REAR BAGGING- . Open rear door and remove mulcher plug. Store mulcher plug in a safe place. •...

  • Page 9: Before Starting

    BEFORE STARTING ENGINE _I,CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or u, _ Your lawn mower is shipped without oil in gasoline near an open flame. the engine.
  • Page 10 MULCHING MOWING TIPS MOWINGTIPS IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep • Under certain conditions, such as very mower housing free of built-up grass and tall grass, it may be necessary to raise trash. See "Cleaning" in MAINTENANCE the height of cut to reduce pushing section of this manual.

  • Page 11: General Recommendations

    MA,NTEN..CESC.EDULE FILL O , ES AS YOU COMPLETE /__,,_r"._"_O_l=l=t\llt"l= n ..E O R S ERV,CE OA.= Check for Loose Fasteners Clean/Inspect Grass Catcher (If Equipped) Clean Lawn Mower (Power-Propelled Mowers) wO Clean Under Drive Cover Check drive belt/pulleys (Power-Propelled Mowers) CheckJSharpen/ReplaceBlade V' 3 Lubrication Chart...

  • Page 12: Product Specifications

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS SERIAL NUMBER DATE OF PURCHASE GASOLINE CAPACITY/TYPE: 1.6 QUARTS JNLEADED REGULAR OIL TYPE (API-SF/SG/SH): SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°F) SAE 5W-30 IBELOW 32°F) OIL CAPACITY: 20 OZS. SPARK PLUGIGAP: .030") CHAMPION RJ19LM or J19LM VALVE CLEARANCE: INTAKE: .004 - .008 EXHAUST: .004 - .008 BLADE BOLT TORQUE:...

  • Page 13: Grass Catcher

    • The blade can be sharpened with a file • If you remove the drive pinions, wipe clean with dry cloth. Reassemble dry. or on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt Do not lubricate. Do not use oil or to sharpen while on the mower. •...

  • Page 14: Air Filter

    Check thecrankcase oillevel b efore starting Back engine and after each five (5) hours of continuous use. TK:Jhten oil plug securely each time you check the oil level. TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL NOTE: Before tipping lawn mower to drain oil, drain fuel tank by running engine until fuel tank is empty.

  • Page 15: Lawn Mower

    _CAUTION: Before performing any service _,CAUTION: Do not run your lawn mower or adjustments: without clipping deflector or approved gras,, • Release control bar and stop engine. catcher in place. Never attempt to operate lawn mower with the rear door removed or •...
  • Page 16 Immediately prepare your lawn mower for storage at the end of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more. 3-position LAWN MOWER Med.- Handle adjustment When lawn mower is to be stored for a period bracket of time, clean if thoroughly, remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc.

  • Page 17: Troubleshooting

    IMPORTANT: Never cover mower while • Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your engine and exhaust areas are still warm. gasoline will cause problems. A, CAUTION" Never store the lawn mower • If possible, store your unit indoors and with gasoline in the tank inside a building cover it to give protection from dust and dirt.
  • Page 18 TROUBLESHC ITING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Grass catcher Cuffing height too low, 1. Raise cuffing height, not filling Lift on blade worn off. Replace blade. (If so equipped I Catcher not venting air. 3. Clean grass catcher. Hard to push Grass is too high or 1.

  • Page 19: Service Notes

    SERVICE NOTES...
  • Page 20 ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NO. 917.377880...
  • Page 21 ROTARY LAWN MOWER -- MODEL NO. 917.377880 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 167163 Handle, Upper DIx Coral. (Includes Gdp) 85463 Danger Decal 161105X479 Handle, Lower 144929 Screw 131036 Bail, Cont. Wire DIx Comf. BIk 63601 132001 Guide, Rope, Side 166034 Rod, Pulley Engage 63601 Nut, Hex Lockwasher 1/4-20 166041...
  • Page 22 ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NO. 917.377880...
  • Page 23 ROTARY LAWN MOWER -- MODEL NO. 917.377880 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 171050 161118X004 Retainer Drive Asm. Strop. Speed Control BallControl Drive 57808 167259 Screw Hex Head Tapping 1/4-20 x .75 170011 DrivePawl 54583 Screw 170050 DdveCable 166450 Pinion,Drive Cover Drive 52160 Washer 161537...
  • Page 24 BRIGGS & STRATI'ON MODEL NUMBER 4-CYCLE ENGINE 120602-0138-E1 ' • 1034 1026 635 !_/ -_,_°_ 4r REQUIRESSPECIALTOOLS TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR 914 _ 383 _ INSTRUCTION MANUAL. 1023 ] 1022 _,5, sos_' I 1058 OWNER'S MANUAL 27 o 32 _' 46 _'_ _ ,_"...
  • Page 25 BRIGGS & STRATTON MODEL NUMBER 4-CYCLE ENGINE 120602-0138-E1 3es_ 122 {_ 287_ 121 CARBURETOR KIT 842_ 634 _ 104<_ _. CARBUR_TO. _AS_TSET...
  • Page 26 BRIGGS & STRATTON MODEL NUMBER 4-CYCLE ENGINE 120602-O138-EI 592 _ -_::_ 58 .._>_ 450 t_' 60_i! 689 <_-_ 456 _. 1211 592 @ 305 _'_ 75 _ 358 GASKET SET 1005...
  • Page 27 BRIGGS & STRATTON MODEL NUMBEF 4-CYCLE ENGINE 120602-0138-EI PARr PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 692703 • Carburetor Overhaul Kit 692670 Cylinder Assembly 692799 -kO•+ Carburetor Spacer 399269 Bushing/Seat Kit 694202 Carburetor ( Magneto Side) 694468 • Welch Plug 299819 _ Oil Seal (Magneto Side) 691203 Throttle Valve 499019...
  • Page 28 BRIGGS & STRATTON MODEL NUMB 4-CYCLE ENGINE 120602-0138-E I<L=Y PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIP1qON 19374 Spark PlugWrench 493880 Spark PlugTerminal 690272 Washer(GovemorCrank) 498592 ,A-+Valve Seal 94872 Screw(AirCleanerCover) 691893 ,A-+Exhaust Gasket 94116 Screw (Air Cleaner Pdmer Base) 691108 Screw (Rocker Cover) 443A 94873 Screw (Air Cleaner Pdmer Base) 262640...
  • Page 29 SERVICE NOTES...
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