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    Owner's Manual CRRFTSMRN ° ROTARY LAWN MOWER 550 Series Briggs & Stratton Engine 22" Side Discharge Model No. 917.385140 • EspaSol, p 18 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 USA[...]

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    Warranty ................................................... 2 Safety Rules .......................................... 2-4 Product Specifications .............................. 4 Assembly / Pre-Operation ........................ 6 Operation ............................................. 7-10 Maintenance Schedule ........................... 11 Mainte[...]

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    I. GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual(s) before starting. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the machine before starting. • Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Keep clear of the dis- charge opening at all times. • Only allow responsi[...]

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    • Never fill containers inside a vehicle, on a truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place containers on the ground away from your vehicle before filling. • Remove gas-powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, then refuel such equipment with a portable container, rather than fr[...]

  • Page 5

    Repair Protection Agreements Congratulations on making a smart pur- chase. Your new Craftsman® product is designed and manufactured for years of dependable operation. But like all prod- ucts, it may require repair from time to time. That's when having a Repair Protec- tion Agreement can save you money and aggravation. Purchase a Repair Protec[...]

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    Read these instructions and this manual in its entirety before you attempt to assemble or operate your new lawn mower. IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is shipped WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE in the engine. Your new lawn mower has been as- sembled at the factory with the excep- tion of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and pro[...]

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    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 supplied with the [...]

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    The operationof any lawn SAFETY GLASSES mower can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severeeye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operatingyour lawn moweror performing any adjustments or repairs.We recom- mend a standard safety glasses or wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles. HOW TO USE [...]

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    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. _i, CAUTION: DO NOT overfill engine with oil, or it will smoke heavily from the muffler on startup. 1. Be sure lawnmower is level. 2. Remove oil dipstick from oil fil[...]

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    MOWING TIPS CAUTION: Do not use de-thatcher blade attachments on your mower. Such attachments are hazardous, will damage your mowerand could void your warranty. • Under certain conditions, such as very tall grass, it may be necessary to raise the height of cut to reduce pushing effort and to keep from overloading the engine and leavingclumps of g[...]

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    SCHEDULE Check for Loose Fasteners I Clean / Inspect Grass Catcher* _ Check Tires N Check Drive Wheels *** Clean Lawn Mower .... M Clean under Drive Cover *** O Check Drive Belt / Pulleys *** _ Check / Sharpen / Replace Blade R Lubrication Clean and Recharge Battery ** Check Engine Oil level Change Engine Oil N Clean Air Filter _ Inspect Muffler N [...]

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    LAWN MOWER Always observe safety rules when per- forming any maintenance. TIRES • Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemicals which can harm rubber. • Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and other hazards that may cause tire damage. BLADE CARE For best results, mower blade must be kept sharp. Replace a bent or damag[...]

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    Changethe oil after every 25 hoursof op- eration or at least once a year if the mower is not used for 25 hours in one year. Checkthe crankcase oil level before starting the engine and after each five (5) hours of continuous use. Tighten oil plug securely each time you check the oil level. TO CHANGE ENGINEOIL NOTE: Before tipping lawn mower to drain[...]

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    • kWARNING: To avoid serious injury, before performing any service or adjustments: 1. Release control bar and stop engine. 2. Make sure the blade and all moving parts have completely stopped. 3. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug. LAWN MOWER TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT See "TO ADJ[...]

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    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. SQUEEZE TO FOLD LAWN MOWER When lawn mower is to be stored for a period of time, clean it thoroughly, remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a clean, dry area. 1. Clean entire lawn mower (See "CLEANING" in [...]

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    OTHER • Do not store gasoline from one season to another. • Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems. • If possible, store your unit indoors and cover it to protect it from dust and dirt. • Cover your unit with a suitable protective cover that does not retain moisture. Do no[...]

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    TROUBLESHOOTING - See appropriate section in manual unless directed to a Sears Parts & Repair Center, CAUSE Loss of power Poor cut - uneven Excessive vibration Starter rope hard to pull Grass catcher not filling (If so equipped) PROBLEM 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 1. 2. 3. 1. 2. 1. 2. 3. 4. 1. 2. 3. 1. 2. 3. 4. Hard to push Rear of mower housing or blade[...]

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    Garantia ......................................................... 18 Reglas de Seguridad ................................ 18-20 Especificaciones del Producto ....................... 20 Montaje / Pre-Operacion ............................... 22 Operacion ................................................. 23-26 Mantenimiento .........................[...]

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    I. OPERACION • Antes de empezar, debe familiarizarse completamente con los controles y el uso correcto de la maquina. Para esto, debe leer y comprender todas las instrucciones que aparecen en la maquina yen los manuales de operacion. • No ponga las manos o los pies cerca o debajo de las partes rotatorias. Mantengase siempre lejos de la abertura[...]

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    • Nunca repostar la maquina al interior de un local. • Nunca guardar la maquina o el contenedor de gasolina donde hay una llama abierta, chispa o luz piloto como una caldera u otros dispositivos. • Nunca Ilenar contenedores en un vehiculo, en un cami6n o caravana con un forro de plastico. Colocar siempre los contenedores en el suelo lejos de [...]

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    Acuerdos de Protecci6n para la Reparaci6n Congratulaciones por su buena compra. Su nuevo producto Craftsman@ esta dise5ado y fabricado para funcionar de modo fiable por muchos a5os. Pero como todos los productos, puede necesitar alguna reparaci6n de tanto en tanto. En este caso tener un Acuerdo de Protecci6n para la Reparaci6n puede hacerles ahorra[...]

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    Lea estas instrucciones y este manual comple- tamente antes de tratar de montar u operar su segadora nueva. IMPORTANTE: Este cortacesped viene SIN ACEITE O GASOLINA en el motor. Su segadora nueva ha sido montada en la fabrica con la excepcion de aquellas partes que se dejaron sin montar por razones de envio. Todas las partes como las tuercas, las a[...]

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    FAMILIARICESE CON SU SEGADORA LEA ESTE MANUAL DEL DUENO Y LAS REGLAS DE SEGURtDAD ANTES DE OPARAR SU SEGADORA. Compare las ilustraciones con su segadora para familiarizarse con la ubicacion de los diversos controles y ajustes. Guarde este manual para referencia en el futuro. Estos simbolos pueden apareser sobre su segadora o en la literatura propor[...]

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    La operacion de cualquier segadora puede hacer que salten objetos extraSos dentro de sus ojos, Io que puede producir daSos graves en estos. Siempre use anteojos de seguridad o proteccion para los ojos mientras opere su segadora o cuando haga ajustes o reparaciones. Recomendamos gafas o una mascara de seguridad de visi6n amplia de seguridad usada so[...]

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    ANTES DE HACER ARRANCAR EL MOTOR AGREGUE ACEITE Su segadora fue enviada sin aceite en el motor. Para el tipo y el grado del aceite a utilizar, vea el "MOTOR" en la secci6n del Mantenimiento de este manual. _PRECAUCl6N: NO sobrellene el motor con aceite, o fumara pesa demante del silenciador cuando Io valla a arrancar. 1. AsegQrese que la [...]

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    CONSEJOS PARA SEGAR A_,PRECAUCl6N: No utilizar dispositivos anti- paja de la hoja en la segadora ya que estos accesorios son peligrosos, pueden daSar su segadora y anular su garantia. • Bajo ciertas condiciones, tal como cesped muy alto, puede ser necesario el elevar la altura del corte para reducir el esfuerzo necesario para empujar la segadora [...]

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    PROGRAMA DE ANTES DEsPuEs CADA CADA CADA ANTESDEL DE CADA OE CADA 2S.ORAS O ALMACE- MANTENIMIENTO uso uso .ORASTEMPO.ADA.ORAS.AM,E.TO Revisar si hay Sujetadores Sueltos S Limpiar/Inspeccionar el Recogedor de Cesped * E Controlar los Neumaticos G Controlar las Ruedas Motrices *** A Limpiar la Segadora .... D Limpiar debajo la Cubierta de la Transmis[...]

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    SEGADORA Siempre observe las reglas de seguridad cu- ando haga el mantenimiento. LLANTAS • Mantenga las Ilantas sin gasolina, aceite o substancias quimicas para control de insec- tos que pueden da5ar la goma. • Evite los tocones, las piedras, las grietas pro- fundas, los objetos afilados y otros peligros que pueden da5ar alas Ilantas. CUIDADO D[...]

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    aceite cuando se usan en temperaturas sobre 32 ° E Revise el nivel delaceite del motor mas a menudo, para evitar un posible dado en el mo- tor, debido a queno tiene suficiente aceite. Cambie el aceite despues de 25 horas de operaci6n o por Iomenos unavez al adosi la segadora se utiliza menos 25 horas el ado. Revise el nivel del aceite delcarter an[...]

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    ,_ADVERTENClA: Para evitar lesi6nes serias, antes de dar calquier servico o de hacer ajustes: 1. Suelte la barra de control y pare el motor. 2. AsegQrese que la cuchilla y que todas las partes movibles se hayan detenido comple- tamente. 3. Desconecte el alambre de la bujia y p6n- galo en donde no pueda entrar en contacto con esta. SEGADORA PARA AJU[...]

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    Inmediatamente prepare su segadora para el almacenamiento al final de cada temporada o si la unidad no se va a usar por 30 dias o mas. SEGADORA Cuando se va a guardar la segadora por cierto periodo de tiempo, limpiela cuidadosamente, remueva toda la mugre, la grasa, las hojas, etc. Guardela en un area limpia y seca. 1. Limpie toda la segadora (Vea [...]

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    OTROS • No guarde lagasolina de una temporada a la otra. • Cambie el envase de la gasolina si se emp- ieza a oxidar. La oxidaci6n y/o la mugre en su gasolina produciran problemas. • Si es posible, guarde su unidad en un recinto cerrado y cQbrala para protegerla contra el polvo y la mugre. • Cubra su unidad con un forro protector adecuado qu[...]

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    SOLUCION DE est_ dirigido a PROBLEMA Falta de 1. fuerza 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Mal corte- 1. disparejo 2. 3. Vibraci6n 1. excesiva 2. Cord6n 1. arrancador dificil de tirar 2. 3. 4. Recogedor de 1. cesped nose 2. Ilena (si viene equipado) 3. Dificil de 1. empujar 2. 3. 4. PROBLEMAS - Vea la secci6n apropiada en el manual amenos que un centro de servico Sear[...]

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    24 13 12 11 16 21 40 CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER- - MODEL NUMBER 917.385140 5 39 17 16 43 48 33 4O // 35 "/ 61 18 61 14 39 36 _48 34 15 61 44 I I 44 47 45 46 29 45 23 39[...]

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    CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER- - MODEL NUMBER 917.385140 LO O'1 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 189302 Lawn Mower Housing (Includes Key Number 38) 30 2 194177X428 Control Bar 31 3 194788 Rope Guide 32 4 194179X479 Upper Handle 33 5 169708X479 Lower Handle 34 6 73800400 Locknut, Hex 1/4-20 35 7 191574 Handle Bolt 5!16-[...]

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    BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 10T702-0857-EA 383 341 306 3o7_ 13j 7 3@ 842 523 525 287 _/_ 524 O 5 337_ 27 11 718 / 10 _ 202 / 9 358 ENGINE GASKET SET 524 @ 51 163 (_ 1', 20 @ 3@ 9 J 48 SHORT BLOCK J 36[...]

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    BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 10T702-0857-EA 393 163 © 97 633 @ '_-"_ _/_ 0 130 39o | _'617 612_ 7240 _29 365 729 356 _ [ 1058 OPERATOR'S MANUAL i 6s 55 592 1211 1210 60 9 459 689 O 456 597 1329 REPLACEMENT ENGINE] [1036 EMISSIONS LABEL [1330 REPAIR MANUAL 300 363 % 78 37A 304 3O5 332 455 37 37[...]

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    BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 10T702-0857-EA KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 4 5 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 15 16 2O 22 23 24 25 25 26 26 27 28 29 32 33 34 35 36 37 37A 699653 399269 • 299819s 698691 790169 • 698717 791781 • 695890 691666 691245 • 692218 691640 691680 691472 • 391483s 692551 692009 222698s 790908 792532 7909[...]

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    BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 10T702-0857-EA KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 337 802592s Plug-Spark 356 692390 Wire-Stop 358 699933 Gasket Set-Engine 363 19069 Flywheel Puller 365 790029 Screw (Carburetor) 383 89838s Wrench-Spark Plug 390 691839 Spring-Choke Diaphragm 393 691837 Screen-Carburetor 394 495770 Diaphragm-Carburetor 426[...]

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    Your Home For repair - in your home - of all major brand appliances, lawn and garden equipment, or heating and cooling systems, no matter who made it, no matter who sold it! For the replacement parts, accessories and owner's manuals that you need to do-it-yourself. For Sears professional installation of home appliances and items like garage do[...]