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  • Page 1

    Owner's Manual JCRAFT$1qAWJ 6.0 HORSEPOWER 21" MULTI-CUT ROTARY LAWN MOWER Model No. 917.388721 • Safety • Assembly • Operation • Maintenance • Espa_ol • 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 [...]

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    Warranty ................................................. 2 Safety Rules ....................................... 2-4 Assembly ................................................ 5 Operation ............................................ 6-9 Maintenance Schedule ....................... 10 Maintenance ................................... 10-13 Product Spe[...]

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    • Shvt the engine (motor) off and wait until the blade comes to complete stop before removing grass catcher. • Mow only in daylight or good artificial light. • Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. , Never operate machine in wet grass. Always be sure of your footing: keep a firm hold on the handle and walk;[...]

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    . ALook for this symbol to point out " important safety precautions. It means CAUTIONIt[ BECOMEALERTIU YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED. A WARNING: In order to prevent acci- dental starting when setting up, transport- ing, adjusting or making repairs, always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug. AWARNING: Engine [...]

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    Read these instructionsand this manual in its entirety before you attempt to assemble or operate your now lawn mower. IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is shipped WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE in the engine. Your now lawn mower has been as- sembled at the factory with the exception of those parts leR unassembled for shipping purposes. All parts such as nuts, wa[...]

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    KNOW YOUR 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 with the prod[...]

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    The operation ofany 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. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses. HOWTO USEYOUR LAWN MOWER ENGI[...]

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    Open mulcher door Discharge defiector---,..,._...,.,.,__. BEFORE STARTING ENGINE ADD OIL Your lawnmower is shipped without oil in the engine. Engine holds 20 oz. of oil. For type and grade of oil to use, see "ENGINE" in Maintenance section of this manual. 1. Be sure lawnmower is level and area around oil fill is clean. 2. Remove engine oi[...]

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    TO _TART ENGINE NOTE: Due to protective coatings on the engine, a small amount of smoke may be present during the initial use of the product and should be considered normal. 1. To start a cold engine, push primer three (3) times before trying to start. Use a firm push. This step is not usually necessary when starting an engine which has already run[...]

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    MA, rE.,NCESCNEDU'E AS YOU COMPLETE _/"__'_2 _ 0_"_ _'_ ..... REGULAR SERVICE Check for Loose Fasteners _ _/ Clean/Inspect Grass Catcher i ! t,/ V' t,/ (_f Equipped) i clean Lawn MOwer t/' _/ O clean Under Drive Cover (power-Propelled Mowers) IV / Check ddve bell] ulleys E (Power_Pro pell_lPaowe rs) I_' Check[...]

  • Page 11

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS SERIAL NUMBER: DATE OF PURCHASE: GASOLINE CAPACITY/TYPE: 31L TYPE (API-SF-SJ): OIL CAPACITY: SPARK PLUGIGAP: .030") BLADE BOLT TORQUE: 1.6 QUARTS UNLEADED REGULAR SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (BELOW 32°F) 20 OZS. CHAMPION RJ19LM OR J19LM 35-40 FT. LBS. The model and serial numbers will be found on a decal attached to [...]

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    TO SHARPEN BLADE : NOTE: We do not recommend sharpen- ing blade - but if you do, be sure the blade is balanced. Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. An unbalanced blade will cause eventual damage to lawn mower or eP, gk_e. • The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a gdnding wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower. •[...]

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    Back • Slots Up Cover "Caffridge Cover tabs MUFFLER Inspect and replace con'oded muffler as it could create a fire hazard and/or dam- age. SPARK PLUG Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs first. Spark plu=g, type and gap setting are shown in PRODUCT SPECIFICATI[...]

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    TO ASSEMBLE GRASS CATCHER : 1. Put grass catcher frame into grass bag with dgid part of beg on the bottom. Make sure the frame handle is outside of the bag top. 2. Slip vinyl bindings over frame. NOTE: If vinyl bindings are too stiff, hold them in warm water for a few minutes. If bag gets wet, let it dry before using. _I, CAUTION: Do not run your l[...]

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    : .Lower handle l Handle Squeeze to fold bracket Hairpin cotter Operatorpresence con'_ol bar _ Fold //// forward // U) Upper handle-.,....7//// for _// //Z S "t°raoeJZ ,'/l Lower _ .d_'J'_YLVI_ /// 11 handle .---...__ F /F _ / I backward _'_._:___ _ Mo_ng __ position ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: It is important to [...]

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    • TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Ioea not start 1. Dirty air filter. 1. Clean/replace air filter. 2. Out offueL 2. Fill fuel tank. 3. Stale fuel. 3. Drain tank and refill with fresh clean fuel. 4. Water in fuel. 4. Drain fuel tank and carburetor and refill tank with fresh gasoline. 5. Spark plug wire is 5. Connect wire to plug. di[...]

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    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Srass catcher 1. Cutting height too low. 1_ Raise cutting height. rmtfllllng (Ifso 2. L_ on blade worn off. 2. Replace blade. aqulpped) 3. Catcher not venting air. 3. Clean grass catcher. Hard to push ! 1. 1. Raise cutting height. Grass is too high or wheel height is too low. 2. Rear of lawn mower hous[...]

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    CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER -- MODEL NUMBER 917.388721 23 44 67 68 14 44 33 4O 37 37 4O 16 10 5 56[...]

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    CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER--MODEL NUMBER 917.388721 KEY PART NO. NO, 1 86SO2 2 169709X479 3 169708X479 4 132001 5 63601 6 131939 7 66426 9 154132 10 165754 11 1765,56 12 750634 13 86899X004 14 136376 15 51793 18 147293 17 165946)(479 18 17600406 19 167132XCO4 20 167133X004 2t 165858 22 168360X004 23 166878 24 751153 25 166111X479 26 166112X479 27 [...]

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    BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 12HS02-2639-B1 [1019 LABEL KIT 1 584 684 383_ 635 33 "_r REQUIRES SPECIALTOOLS TO INSTALL, SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL. 11058 OWNER'S MANUAL r 15_ 525! J 524 1895VALVE GASKET SET 36[...]

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    3RIGGS & STRATTON/,-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 12H802-2639.,B1 977 CARBURETOR GASKET SET _708 _ _ 617_._ 276_ 121 CARBURETOR _ lOT 708_ 276(_ 127(_ 443_ 365 _1 5 159_ _9_ 97_ 12__1 _ J 276 37[...]

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    BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 12HS02-2639-B1 969 | 921 _ 304 3os F [ 1036 EMISSIONS LABEL ] 332 363 _ 466 ] 689 _ 60 456[...]

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    BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 12HS02-2639-B1 745 505 334_ 39[...]

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    BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 12H802-2639-1BI KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPllON NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 493260 Cylinder Assembly 50 497465 Ma nifold-lotake 2 399269 Kit-Bushlog/Seal 51 272199 • Gasket-Intake 3 299819 • Seal-Oil (Magneto Side) 54 691650 Screw (Intake Manifold) 4 493279 Sump-Engloe 55 691421 Housing-Rewind S[...]

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    BRIGGS & STRA'rTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 12H802-2639-B1 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO, DESCRIP'nON NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 334 691061 Screw (Armature Magneto) 847 692017 Assembly-Dipstick/Tube 337 802592 Spark Plug 851 493880 TerminaFSparkplug 356 692390 WIm-Sto }p 869 691155 Seat-Valve (Inte ke) 358 497315 Engine Gasket Set 670 690389 S[...]

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    SERVICE NOTES 42[...]

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    For repair of carry-in products like vacuums, lawnequipment, and electronics, call for the nearest Sears Pads and Repair Center. 1-800-488-1222 Anyone, day or rigff (U.S.A. or'Jy) W_PN, S6_tZ_O01tt For _e replacement parts, accessories andowner's manuals that you need to do-it-yourself, call Sears PadsDirect'_! 1-800-366-PART 6a.m.- [...]