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  • Page 1

    Owner's Manual 6.0 HORSEPOWER 21" MULTI-CUT ROTARY LAWN MOWER Model No. 917.388732 • Safety • Assembly • Operation • Maintenance • Espa_ol • Repair Parts CAUTION: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operatingthis equipment Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 visit our Craftsman website: www.s[...]

  • Page 2

    2 Safety Rules ........................................ 2-4 Assembly ................................................ 5 Operation ............................................. 6-9 Maintenance Schedule ........................ t O Maintenance .................................... 10-13 Product Specifications .......................... 11 Service and [...]

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    • Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel ddves, walks, or roads. • Stop the engine (motor) whenever you leave the equipment, before cleaning the mower or unclogging the chute. • Shut 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 n[...]

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    &Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means CAUTIONI!! BECOMEALERT!_! YOUR SAFETY IS iNVOLVED. A WARNING: In order to prevent accidental starting when setting up, transpor'dng,adjusting or making repairs, always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug. ,&WARNING'. [...]

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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 now lawn mower has been as- Operator sembled at the factory with the exception conk-ol bar of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. All[...]

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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 CAUTION ENGIN[...]

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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 perfo_ing Bey adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses. HOWTO USEYOUR LAWN MOWER ENGIN[...]

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    Discharge Mulcher door NOTE: Allow oil to settle down into engine fur accurate reading. To read proper level, tighten engine oil cap, then remove it to read the dipstick. 3. Reinstall engine oil cap and tighten. • Check oil level before each use. Add oil if needed. Fill to full line on dipstick. • Change the oil after every 25 hours of operatio[...]

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    TO START 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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    MAI,,.E NCESC.EOU'.E As, oo COMPLETE EOU 'SEaV'CE Check for Loose Fasteners _ _/ Clean/Inspect Grass Catcher (If Equipped) it/ I_ _/ M Clean Lawn Mower iv/ _,/ V_ Clean Under Ddve Cover i (power-Propelled MOWers ! _/ Check drive bctt!pulleys E (Power*propelled Mowers) If ! Check/Sharpen/Replace Blade _'3 Lubdcalion Chart I Clean[...]

  • Page 11

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

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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 engine. • The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a gdnding wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower. • To [...]

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    Back Up Cartridge Cover tabs MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage. SPARK PLUG Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or a_er every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" in Maintenance s[...]

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    ENGINE ENGINE SPEED Your engine speed has been factory set. Do not attempt to increase engine speed or it may result in personal injury. If you believe that the engine is running too fast or too slow, take your lawn mower to a Sears or other qualified service center for repair and adjustment. CARBURETOR Your carburetor is not adjustable. If your en[...]

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    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 acid[...]

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    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE Loss of power Poor cut- uneven Excessive vibration 1. Rear of lawn mower housing or cutting blade dragging in heavy grass. 2. Cutting too much grass, 3. Dirty air filter. 4. Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower. 5. Too much oil in engine. 6. Walking speed too fast. 1. Worn, bent or loose blade. 2. Whee[...]

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    67 68 CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER-- MODEL NUMBER917.388732 _44_ 7° 23[...]

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    CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER-- MODEL N UMBER 917.388732 KEY PART NO. NO. 1 131696 2 166860X479 3 1611o53(479 4 132001 5 63601 6 131959 7 66426 8 74780512 9 154132 10 165754 11 176556 12 750634 13 86899X004 14 136376 15 51793 16 147286 17 165946X479 18 17600406 19 16713ZX004 20 167133X004 21 165858 Z2 168360X004 23 166875 24 751153 25 166236X479 26 1[...]

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    CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODELNUMBER 12H802-2639-BI lk REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL• 11058 OWNER'S MANUAL I 307_ 15_ • 3O6 1095VALVE GASKET SET 34[...]

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    CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 12H802-2639-B1 69_ 188_ 977 CARBURETOR GASKET SET 365 I 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL lOT '_ 708@ ._ _--_163_ 13_17_ 104_ 276© 127_ 276 J 276 35[...]

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    CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODELNUMBER 12HS02-2639-B1 921 304 305 J I 1030 EMISSIONS LABEL I 332 363 _ 455 _ L.. .... es_ 592_ 58_'_ i 689_"_ 60 456_ 597_ 36[...]

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    CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODELNUMBER 12H802-2639-BI 74 5 615 404 _ 22_ 37[...]

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    CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODELNUMBER 12H802-263 KF-Y PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 493260 Cylinder Assembly 50 497465 Manifold-Intake 2 399269 Kit-Bushing/Seat 51 272199 • Gasket-intake 3 299819 • Seal-Oil (Magneto Bide) 54 691650 Screw (intake Manifold 4 493279 Bump-Engine 55 691421 Hot_ing-Rewlnd Starte 5 691160 Head[...]

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    CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODELNUMBER 12H882.2639-BI KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 337 802592 Spark Plug 847 692017 Assembly-DipsUck/Tube 356 692390 Wlre-Sto }p 861 493880 TermlnaI-Sparkplu_ 358 497316 Engine Gasket Set 669 691155 Seat-Valve (Inta ke_ 363 19069 Flywheel Puller 870 690380 Seat-Valve (Exhaust) 365 692524 Sc[...]

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    For repair of major brand appliances In your own home... no matter who made it, no matter who sold 1-800-4-MY-HOME _ Ar,ytwne, day or ni_t (1-800-469.4663) (U.S.A. and Canada) www, se_,com Www,se_._a For raper of cany-in products like vacuums, lavm equipment, and ._ electronics, call for the nearest Sears Parts and Repair Center, 1-800-488-1222 Any[...]