Craftsman 917.388900 Owner's Manual
  1. Manuals
  2. Brands
  3. Craftsman Manuals
  4. Lawn Mower
  5. 917.388900
  6. Owner's manual

Craftsman 917.388900 Owner's Manual

6.5 horsepower 21" multi-cut rotary lawn mower
Hide thumbs
Table of Contents

Advertisement

Available languages

Available languages

Quick Links

Owner's Manual
ICRRFT.TMRN° I
ROTARY LAWN MOWER
6.5 Horsepower
21" Multi-Cut
Model No.
917.388900
CAUTION:
Read and follow all
Safety Rules and Instructions
before operatingthis equipment
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
Visit our Craftsman website: www.seara.com/craftsman

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading
Need help?

Need help?

Do you have a question about the 917.388900 and is the answer not in the manual?

Questions and answers

Related Manuals for Craftsman 917.388900

Summary of Contents for Craftsman 917.388900

  • Page 1 Owner's Manual ICRRFT.TMRN° I ROTARY LAWN MOWER 6.5 Horsepower 21" Multi-Cut Model No. 917.388900 CAUTION: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operatingthis equipment Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. Visit our Craftsman website: www.seara.com/craftsman...
  • Page 2 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 manual, Sears will repair free of charge any defect in material or workman- ship.
  • Page 3 • If the equipment should start to vibrate I. GENERAL OPERATION abnormally, stop the engine (motor) • Read, understand, and follow all and check immediately for the cause. instructions on the machine and in the Vibration is generally a warning of manual(s) before starting.
  • Page 4 IV. SERVICE • Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly. • Use extra care in handling gasoline • Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or and other fuels. They are flammable other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel and vapors are explosive.
  • Page 5 Read these instructions and this manual HOW TO SET UP YOUR LAWN MOWER in its entirety before you attempt to assemble or operate your new lawn TO UNFOLD HANDLE mower. IMPORTANT: Unfold handle carefully so IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is shipped as not to pinch or damage control cables.
  • Page 6 KNOWYOUR LAWN MOWER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUALAND ALLSAFETY 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 LOWER WHEELS FOR HIGH CUT The operation of any lawn 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 or performing any adjustments or repairs. RAISE WHEELS FOR LOW CUT Lever We recommend a standard safety...
  • Page 8 BEFORE STARTING ENGINE ADD OIL Your lawnmower is shipped without oil in the engine. For type and grade of oil to use, see "ENGINE" in the Maintenance section of this manual. A CAUTION: DO NOT overfill engine with oil, or it will smoke on startup. mulcher d oor 1.
  • Page 9 • Keep top of engine around starter clear and clean of grass clippings and chaff. oil cap This will help engine air flow and extend engine life. MULCHING MOWING TIPS Gasolin_ IMPORTANT: For bestperformance,keep filler cap mower housing free of built-up grass and trash.
  • Page 10 !MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE __?#__"f AS YOU COMPLETE SERVICE .EGO R SEBV,CE DATES Check for Loose Fasteners Clean/Inspect Grass Catcher (If Equipped) Clean Lawn Mower v" Clean Under Drive Cover Power-Propelled Mowers) Check drive belt/pulleys El (Power-Propelled Mowers) CheckJSharpen/Replace Blade LubricationChart Clean Battery/Recharge Electdc Start Mowers1 Check Engine Oil Level 1/1.=...
  • Page 11 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Serial 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 TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL GRASS CATCHER NOTE: Before tipping lawn mower to • The grass catcher may be hosed with drain oil, drain fuel tank by running water, but must be dry when used. engine until fuel tank is empty. •...
  • Page 13 MUFFLER AIR FILTER Inspect and replace corroded muffler as it Your engine will not run properly and may could create a fire hazard and/or dam- be damaged by using a dirty air filter. age. Replace the air filter every 100 hours of operation or every season, whichever occurs first.
  • Page 14 TO ADJUST HANDLE ACAUTION: Do not run your lawn mower without clipping deflector or The upper handle may be adjusted to approved grass catcher in place. Never four (4) different height positions. attempt to operate the lawn mower with 1. Loosen both handle knobs only enough to allow the upper handle to the rear door removed or propped open.
  • Page 15 Immediately prepare your lawn mower for Operator I: control bar storage at the end of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more. Upper handk LAWN MOWER When lawn mower is to be stored for a Lower period of time, clean it thoroughly, remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc.
  • Page 16 CYLINDER • If possible, store your unit indoors and cover it to protect it from dust and dirt. 1. Remove spark plug. • Cover your unit with a suitable protec- 2. Pour one ounce (29 ml) of oil through tive cover that does not retain moisture. spark plug hole into cylinder.
  • 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 Set to "Higher Cut" housing or cutting blade position. dragging in heavy grass. 2. Cutting too much grass. 2.
  • Page 18 GARANTfA LIMITADA DE DOS AltOS PARA LA SEGADORA A MOTOR CRAFTSMAN Por dos (2) ahos, a partir de la fecha de compra, cuando esta Segadora Craftsman se mantenga, lubrique y afine sagt_n las instrucciones para la operackSny el mantenimiento en el manual del duei_, Sears reparardgratis todo defecto en el materialy la mano de obra.
  • Page 19 I. OPERAClON II. OPERAClON SOBRE LAS CUESTAS Los accidentes ocurren con mds frecuencia • Antes de empezar, debe familiarizarse en las cuestas. Estos accidentes ocurren completamente con los controles y el uso correcto de la maquina. Para esto, debe leer debido a resbaladas o cafdas, las cuales y comprender todas las instrucciones que pueden resultar en graves lesiones.
  • Page 20 Pare e inspeccione el equipo si le pega a un • Nunca haga funcionar una mdquina dentro • de un drea cerrada. objeto. Repdrelo, si es necesario, antes de hacerlo arrancar. • Nunca haga ajustes o reparacionos mientras el motor est_ en marcha. •...
  • Page 21 Lea estas instruccionesy este manual COMO PREPARAR SU SEGADORA completarnente antes de tratar de montar u PARA DESDOBLAR EL MANGO operar su segadora nueva. IMPORTANTE: Despliegue el mango con IMPORTANTE: Este cortacdsped viene SIN mucho cuidado para no pellizcar o dahar los ACEITE O GASOLINA en el motor.
  • Page 22 FAMIUARICESE CON SU SEGADORA LEA ESTE MANUAL DEL DUENO Y LAS REGLAS DE SEGURIDAD ANTES DE OPARAR SU SEGADORA. Compare las ilustraciones con su segadora para familiarizarse con la ubicaci6nde los diversos controlesy ajustes. Guarde este manual para referenciaen el future. Estos slmbolos pueden apareser sobre su segadora o en la literatura proporcionada con el productoo Aprenda y comprenda sus slgnificados.
  • Page 23 PAPA UN CORTE ALTO, BAJE LAS RUEDAS segadora puede hacer que salten objetos extrai_os dentro La operaci6n de cualquier de sus ojos, Io que puede producir daSos graves en 6stos. Siempre use anteojos de seguridad o Mango protecci6n para los ojos mientras opere su segadora o cuando haga ajustes o PARAUN CORTE BAJO, LEVANTE LAS RUEDAS reparaciones.
  • Page 24 ANTES DE HACER ARRANCAR MOTOR AGREGUE ACEITE Su segadora fue enviada sin aceite en el motor. Para el tipo y el grado del aceite a utiUzar, yea el "MOTOR" en la secci6n del Mantenimiento de este manual. _PRECAUCI6N: NO sobrellene el motor con aceite, o fumard cuando Io valla a arrancar.
  • Page 25 temporada u secombustible nuevo. V ealas • Los pores en los recogedores de c6sped Instrucciones ParaEl Almacenamiento para de tela pueden Ilenarse con mugre y polvo mdsinformacibn. Nunca useproductos d e con el uso y los recogedores recaudardn limpieza parael motor o para menos c_sped.
  • Page 26 P.oo..Revisar sl hay sujetadores sueltos Limpiar/inspaccionar el recogedor de SE cdsped (si viene equipado) I# # IJmpiar la segadora misi6n (segadoras con poder propulsor) IP / Limpiar debajo de la cubierta de la trans° sades Ise_aderas con poder propuisor) Revisar las correas y las poleas impul- Revisar o/afi!ar/cambiar la cuchilla AJ 3...
  • Page 27 ESPEClFICAClONES DEL PRODUCTO N_mero 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) Capacidad de aceite: 20 onzas Bujia (abertura: .030") Champion RJ19LM o J19LM Torsi6n del perno de la cuchilla: 35-40 FT.
  • Page 28 RECOGEDOR DE CESPED PAPA CAMBIAR EL ACEITE DEL MOTOR (Si compradocomo un accesorio) AVISO: Antes de inclinar la segadora para • E1recogedorde c6sped puede ser rociadocon drenar el aeeite, drens el tanque de combus- el agua de la mangueraperu tiene que estar tible haciendo correr el motor hasta que el seco cuando se vaya a usar.
  • Page 29 SILENClADOR FILTRO DE AIRE Su motor puede sufdr aver|as y funcionar de Inspeccione y cambie el silenciador si estd manera incorrecta con un filtro del aire sucio. corrofdo puede producir un peligro de incendio Sustituirel papal del cartucho una vez al aSo o y/o daSo.
  • Page 30 PARA AJUSTAR EL MANGO _i, PRECAUCl6N: No haga funcionar su El mango superior quede ser ajustado a segadora sin el desviador de recortes o sin el cuatro (4) distintas posiciones de altura. recogedor de cdsped, aprobados, en su lugar. Nunca trate de operar la segadora 1.
  • Page 31 Inmediatamenta prepare su segadora para el Barrade control q ue _ h,,_. almacenamiento al final de cada temporada o exigela presencia dol_ ._[/'} DOBLAR ,_/"%_ o rado, si la unidad no se va a usar per 30 dias o _Aiii mas.
  • Page 32 ACEITE DEL MOTOR • Si es posible, guarde su unidad en un Drene el aceite (con el motor caliente) y recinto cerrado y cObrala para protegerla c_,mbielocon aceite de motor limpio. (Vea contra el polvo y la mugre. =MOTOR" en la secci6n de Mantenimento de •...
  • Page 33 SOLUCI(_N DE PROBLEMAS - Vea la seccl6n aproplada en el manual amenos que estd dlrigido a un centro de servIco Sears. PROBLEMA CAUSA CORRECCl6N Falta de 1. Cuchilla desgastada, doblada 1. Ajuste a la posici6n de fuerza o suelta. "CoKe mds alto." Altura de las ruedas dispareja.
  • Page 34 CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER -- MODEL NUMBER 917.388900...
  • Page 35 CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER -- MODEL NUMBER 917.388900 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Control Bar 83923 Flanged Leeknut 182870 181676 Hubcap Upper Handle, with Grip 182248 Lower Handle 88652 HingeScrew 151721 X479 Spring(LH) 179585 RopeGuide 165766 Leeknut 1/4-20 165767 Spring(RH) 63601...
  • Page 36 BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 123K02-0185-E1 I 1019 LABEL KI'I 1 718_ 146_...
  • Page 37 BRIGGS & STRATTON _FCYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 123K02-0185-E1 358 ENGINE GASKET SET 425_ 20 _ 842_ 524_ 163_ 529_ GASKET SET 9TZCARBURETOR...
  • Page 38 BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 123K02-0185-E1 969 | 670 (_ 190_ 608J 592 _ J 459 689 _'j j 5o7 [ lO38 E.,ss,o.s_BE.I KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 697322 Cylinder Assembly 690912 Screw (CylinderHead) 399269 Kit-Bushing'Seal 691680 Plug-OilDrain 299619 •...
  • Page 39 BRIGGS & STRA'n'ON 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 123K02-0185-E1 I_'Y PART I_'Y PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 690670 Screw (Air CleanerCover) 499425 RingSet-Piston (Standard) 692523 Screw (Air Cleaner PrimerBase) 499426 Ring Set-Piston (.010" Oversize) 491588 Filter-AirCleanerCartddge 499427 Ring Set-Piston (.020" Oversize) 695161 Cup-Flywheel 499428 Ring Set-Piston (.030"...
  • Page 40 1-800-4-MY-HOME 1-800-488-1222 For the replacement parts, accessories and owner's manuals that you need to do-it-yourself, call Sears PartsDirectSM! 1-800-366-PART 6a.m.- 11 p.m., 7days aweek (1-800-366-7278) (u.sJ_only) www.sears.com/padsdirect To purchase or inquire about a Sears Service Agreement or Sears Maintenance Agreement: 1-800-827-6655 (u.sJ_) 1-800-361-6665...

Table of Contents

Save PDF