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Craftsman 917.38721 manual

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  • Page 1

    Owner's Manual ® 4°0 HORSEPOWER 22" SIDE DmSOHARGE ROTARY LAWN _ItOWER Model No. 917.387210 o Safety o Assembly e Operation Maintenance o EspaSol o Repair Parts CAUTRON: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179[...]

  • Page 2

    Warranty 2 Product Specifications 9 Safety Rules 2 Service and Adjustments 11 Assembly 4 Storage 12 Operation 5 Troubleshooting 13 Maintenance Schedule 8 Repair Parts 28 Maintenance 8 Parts Ordering Back Cover LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN POWER MOWER For one year frdm date ofpurchase, when this Craftsman Lawn Mower is maintained, lubricat[...]

  • Page 3

    hot. Allow the engine to cool for several minutes before filling the gas tank Clean off any spilled gasoline before starting the engine o Always make wheel height adjustments before starting your mower Never attempt to do this while the engine is running, o Mow onlyin daylight or good artificial lighL OPERATION: = Keep your eyes andmind on your mow[...]

  • Page 4

    These accessories were available when this lawn mower was produced+ They are also available atmost Sears retail outlets and service centers. Most Sears stores can also order repair parts for you, when you provide the model number ofyour lawn mower+ Some ofthese accessories may not apply toyour lawn mower+ LAWN MOWER PERFORMANCE CLIPPING DEFLECTOR F[...]

  • Page 5

    Operator presence control bar Lift up Mowing position Lower handle KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUALAND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER. Compare the illustrations with your Iawn mower to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. These symbols may[...]

  • Page 6

    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. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over the spectacles or HOW TO USE YOUR LAWN MOWER ENGINE SPEED The engin[...]

  • Page 7

    NOTE: In cooler weather it may be o necessary to repeat priming steps_ In warmer weather over priming may cause flooding and engine will not start. If you do o flood engine wait a few minutes before attempting to start and DO NOT repeat priming steps, MOWING TIPS o Under certain conditions, such as very tall grass, it may be necessary to raise the [...]

  • Page 8

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FlU- IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE Cheek for Loose Fasteners _ Clean/Inspect Grass Catcher (if Equipped) _ _ , _VJ Clean Lawn Mower _ I Clean Under Ddve Cover I O (Power-Propelled Mowers) Check drive beIVpulleys RE Power-PropeUed Mowels) ChecldSharpen/Replace Blade _' LubdcatJon Chart _ _,# Clean Battery/Recharc[...]

  • Page 9

    PRODUCT SPECUFICATUONS MODEL NUMBER 917.387210 SERIAL NUMBER DATE OF PURCHASE HORSEPOWER: 4.0 DISPLACEMENT: 9O5CU IN. GASOLINE CAPACITY/TYPE: 1.25 QUARTS UNLEADED REGULAR OIL TYPE (API-SF/SG/SH): SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (BELOW 32°F) OIL CAPACITY: 20 OZS. SPARK PLUG(GAP: .030") CHAMPION J19LM VALVECLEARANCE: INTAKE: .004 - .008 EXHAUST:[...]

  • Page 10

    ° The recommended tightening torque is 35-40 ft. Ibs.. IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is grade 8 heat treated.. NOTE: We do not recommend sharp- ening blade- butifyoudo, be sure the blade is balanced. TO SHARPEN BLADE Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. An unbalanced blade will cause eventual damage to lawn mower or engine. o The blade can be [...]

  • Page 11

    o Remove filter from inside ofcover. o Clean the inside ofthe cover and the collar to remove any dirt accumulation o Insert new filter into cover ° Put air filter cover and filter into collar aligning the tab with the slot o Push in on cover and turn clockwise to tighten. Collar / Clip _ Tum _ 2._'_.,._%-._"-%. counter- C'o°Ce 2[...]

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    o To change from medium low to high position only the upper handle section will have to be tumed over. ° Tochange from medium low to lowposition, only the lower handle section will have tobe tumed over_ Medium low Medium High __ow Squeeze to remove Lower handle Mounting bracket Hairpin clip ENGINE CARBURETOR Your carburetor has a non-adjustable fi[...]

  • Page 13

    ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM iMPORTANT: It is important to prevent gum deposits from forming in essential fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel filter, fuel hose, or tank during storage Also, experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids[...]

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    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM Loss of power Poorcut-uneven _cessive /ibration _tarter rope hard :o pull m_ 3ross catcher tot filling (if so .-=quipped) -lard to push 3AUSE o Rear of lawn mower housing or cutting blade dragging in heavy grass. o Cutting too much grass, o Dirty air filter. = Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower: o Too much[...]