Craftsman 917377271 Owner’s Manual
NUMBER 917.377271 OWNER'S MANUAL
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oAssembly
oOperation
®Customer
Responsibilities
oService
Adjustments
oRepair Parts
Caution:
Read and Follow
all Safety Rules
and Instructions
Before Operating
This Equipment
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Printed in U,S.A.,
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Safe Operation Practices for Walk-Behind Mowers
IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS
FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
SAFETY STANDARDS REQUIRE OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROLS TO MINIMIZE THE RISK OF INJURY. YOUR UNiT IS
EQUIPPED WITH SUCH CONTROLS. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO DEFEAT THE FUNCTION OF THE OPERATOR PRESENCE
CONTROLS UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES°
SAFETY RULES
TRAINING:
• Read this operator% manual carefully Become familiar with
the controls and know how to operate your mower properly
Learn how to quickiy stop mower
• De not allow children to use your mower, Never allow adults
to use mower without proper instructions,
• Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, especially
small children and pets
• Use mower only as the manufacturer intended and as de-
scribed in this manual,
• Do not operate mower if it has been dropped or damaged in
any manner, Always have damage repaired before using
your' mower.
• Do not use accessory attachments that are not recommended
by the manufacturer, Use of such attachments may be
hazardous,.
• The blade turns when the engine is running
PREPARATION:
• Always thoroughly check the area to be mowed and clear itof
all stones, sticks, wires, bones, and other foreign objects
These objects will be thrown by the blade and can cause
severe injury
• Always wear safety glasses or eye shields when starting and
while using your mower.
• Dress properly Do not operate mower when barefoot or
wearing opeh sandals Wear only solid shoes with good
traction when mowing.
• Check rue1tank before starting engine. Do not fill gas tank
indoors, when the engine is running or when the engine is hot
Allow the engine to coot for several minutes before filiing the
gas tank. Clean off any spilled gasoline before starting the
engine,
• Always make wheel height adjustments before starting your
mower Never attempt to do this while the engine is running
• Mow only in daylight Orgood artificial light,.
OPERATION:
° Keep your eyes and mind on your mower and the area being
cut Do not let other interests distract you.
• Do not mow wet or slippery grass, Never run while operating
your mower. Always be sure of your footing -keep afirm hold
on the handles and walk
• Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Keep
clear of the discharge opening at af! times_
• Always stop the engine whenever you leave or are not using
your mower, or before crossing driveways, walks, roads, and
any gravel-covered areas,
• Never direct discharge of material toward bystanders nor
allow anyone near the mower while you are operating it.
• Before cleaning, inspecting, or repairing your mower, stop tile
engine and make absolutely sure the blade and all moving
parts have stopped. Then disconnect the spark plug wire and
keep it away from the spark plug to prevent accidental
starting.
• Do not continue to run your mower if you hit aforeign object
Follow the procedure outlined above, then repair any dam-
age before restarting and operating you mower.
• Do not change the governor settings or overspeed the
engine Engine damage or personal injury may result,
• Do not operate your mower if it vibrates abnormally Exces-
sive vibration is an indication of damage; stop the engine,
safely check for the cause of vibration and repair as required
- Do not run the engine indoors Exhaust fumes are danger-
ous.
o Never cut grass by pulling the mower towards you Mow
across the face of slopes, never up and down or you might
loseyourfooting Donotmowexcessivelysteepslopes Use
caution when operating the mower on uneven terrain orwhen
changing directions - maintain good footing
• Never operate your mower without proper guards, plates,
grass catcher or other safety devices in place
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE:
• Check the blade and the engine mounting bolts often to be
sure they are tightened properly
• Check all bolts, nuts and screws at frequent intervals for
proper tightness to be sure mower is in safe working condi-
tion.
• Keep aH safety devices in place and working.
• To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine free of grass, leaves
or excessive grease and oil,
• Check grass catcher often for deterioration and wear and
replace worn bags Use only replacement bags that are
recommended by and comply with specifications of the
manufacturer of your mower
• AlWays keep a sharp blade on your mower.
• Allow engine to cool before storing in any enclosure,
• Never store mower with fuel in the tank inside a building
where fumes may reach an open flame or an ignition source
such as a hot water heater, space heater, clothes dryer, etc
I ._. Look for this symbol to point out im-
I _ CAUTION: Always disconnect spark
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portant safety precautions. It means
CAUTION!!! BECOMEALERT!!! YOUR
SAFETY IS INVOLVED.
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plug wire and place wire where it can-
not contact spark plug in order to pre-
vent accidental starting when setting
up, transporting, adjusting or making
A WARNING A
The engine exhaust from this product con-
tains chemicals known to the State of Califor-
nia to cause cancer, birth defects, or other
reproductive harm.
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CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears Lawn
Mower., It has been designed, engineered and manufac-
tured to give you the best possible dependability and
performance_
Should you experience any problem you cannot easily
remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Authorized
Service Center/Department. We have competent, wel!-
trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair
this lawn mower.
Please read and retain this manual, The instructions will
enable you to assemble and maintain your lawn mower
properly° Always observe the "SAFETY RULES",.
MODEL
NUMBER 917o377271
SERIAL
NUMBER
DATEOFPURCHASE
THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE FOUND
ON A DECAL ATTACHED TO THE REAR OF THE
LAWN MOWER HOUSING
YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER AND
DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
PRODUCT SPEClRCATtONS
HORSEPOWER: 6,5
DISPLACEMENT: 12,56 CU. IN.
GASOLINE CAPACITY 1.,5QUARTS
AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR
OIL TYPE (API-SF/SG): SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°F)
SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F)
OIL CAPACITY: 27 OZ&
SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION J19LM, RJtgLM
(GAP: 030")
VALVE CLEARANCE: INTAKE: ,005"-,007"
EXHAUST: 007"-_009"
SOLID STATE IGNITION
AIR GAP: ,010 IN,
BLADE BOLT TORQUE: 35-40 FT., LBS
MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT
A Sears Maintenance Agreement is available on this product, Contact your nearest Sears store for details.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
• Read and observe the safety rules.
° Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and using your lawn mower.
. Follow the instructions under "Customer Responsibilities" and "Storage" sections of this owner's manual
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LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN 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 workmanship.
If this Craftsman Lawn Mower is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty applies for onty 90 days from
the date of purchase°
This Warranty does not cover:
o Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as rotary mower blades, blade adapters, belts,
air cleaners and spark plug.
" Repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence, including bent crankshafts and the failure to maintain
the equipment according to the instructions contained in the owner's manual.
WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING THE CRAFTSMAN POWER MOWER TO THE NEAREST
SEARS SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT 1NTHE UNITED STATES.. THIS WARRANTY APPLIES ONLY WHILE
THIS PRODUCT IS tN USE IN THE UNITED STATES.
This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., D/817 WA, HOFFMAN ESTATES, ILLINOIS 60179
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SAFETY RULES ..................................................... ....... 2
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ...................................... 3
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..................... 3, 12-14
WARRANTY .................................................................. 3
ASSEMBLY ................... ;............... _............................... 6
OPERATION .................................................................. 8
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ...................................... 12
EX
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ................................. 15
STORAGE ....................................... .............. ,............. 17
TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................. 19
REPAIR PARTS - LAWN MOWER ......................... 20-24
REPAIR PARTS - ENGINE ..................................... 26-28
PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE .................................... 28
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Accessories ......................................... 5
Adjustments:
Carburetor ................................ 16
Drive Belt .......................................15
Engine Speed ........................... 16
Handle Height ......................... 16
Height of Cut ............................... 9
Air Filter:
Replacement .......................... 14
Service ........................................ 14
Assembly ...............................................6
B
Blade:
Sharpening ............................... 13
Replacement ........................... 13
C
Controls:
Drive Control .............................. 8
Engine Zone Control ................ 8
Engine Speed Control ............. 8
Operator' Presence
Control Bar ................................. 8
Customer Responsibilttiesooo 3, t2-14
Air Filter ................................. 14
Biade Care/Replacement ...... 13
Drive Wheels ............................ 13
Engine ................................... 14
Lubrication .............................. 14
Spark Plug ................................ 14
Cutting Levels .................................. 9
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Engine:
Air Filter ..........................................14
Oil Change ...................................14
Oil Level ............................................14
Oil Type ................................ 14
Starting ..........................................10
Stopping .................................... 10
Storage ........................................16
F
Fuel:
Capacity ....................................... 3
Storage .........................................16
Type ........................................... 10
H
Handle Adjustment:
Assembly ..................................... 6
Cutting Height ..............................16
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Lubrication:
Engine ...................................... 14
Lawn Mower. ............................. 12
Maintenance Agreement ................ 3
Maintenance Schedule .................. 12
Mowing Tips ..................................... 10
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Oil:
Engine ..................................... 12
Storage .................................. 16
Operation:
Drive Control ..................................9
Engine Control ...............................9
Grass Catcher ........................... 9
Mower ......................................... 9
Operator Presence
Control Bar ................................. 9
Options:
Accessories ................................... 5
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Repair Parts:
Engine .........................................26-28
Lawn Mower ....................... 20-24
Responsibilities, Customer.. 3, t2-t4
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Safety Rules ........................................ 2
Service and Adjustments ............... 15
Carburetor .............................. 16
Drive Belt .....................................15
Engine Speed ............................ 16
Handle ........................................ 16
Spark Plug ...........................................14
Specifications .................................... 3
Speed Control:
Engine ...................................... 8
Starting the Engine ....................... 10
Stopping the Engine ....................... 10
Storage ............................................... t6
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Trouble Shooting Chart ................... 19
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Warranty .............................................. 3
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LAWN , ACCESSORmES
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These accessories were available when this lawn mower was produced. They are also available at most Sears retail outlets
and service centers.. Most Sears stores can also order repair parts for you, when you provide the modet number of your fawn
mower. Some of these accessories may not apply to your lawn mower°
LAWN MOWER PERFORMANCE
CLIPPING DEFLECTOR
FOR REAR DISCHARGE LAWN MOWERS
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GRASS CATCHERS
FOR
REAR DISCHARGE
LAWN MOWERS
LAWN MOWER MAINTENANCE
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MULCHER KITS
GRASS CATCHERS
SIDE DISCHARGE
LAWN MOWERS
AIR FILTERS
FOR
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STABILIZER
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GAS CANS
SPARK PLUGS
BELTS
BLADES BLADE ADAPTERS
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WHEELS
ENGINE OIL
ASSEMBLY
Read these instructions and this manual in its en-
tirety before you attempt to assemble or operate your
new lawn mower' Your new lawn mower has been
assembled at the factory with the exception of those
parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. All
parts such as nuts, washers, bolts, etc, necessary to
complete the assembly have been placed in the parts
bag To ensure safe and proper operation of your
lawn mower, all parts and hardware you assemble
must be tightened securely Use the correct toots as
necessary to ensure proper tightness°
TO REMOVE LAWN MOWER FROM
CARTON
. Remove loose parts included with mower.
o Cut down two end corners of carton and lay end
pane] down flato
• Remove all packing materials except padding
between upper and lower handle and padding
holding operator presence control bar to upper
handle°
• Roll lawn mower out of carton and check carton
thoroughly for additional loose part&
HOW TO SET UP YOUR LAWN
MOWER
TO UNFOLD HANDLE (See Fig, 1)
IMPORTANT: UNFOLD HANDLES CAREFULLY SO AS
NOT TO PINCH OR DAMAGE CONTROL CABLES,
• Raise handles until lower handle section locks
into place in mowing position
. Raise upper handle section into place on lower
handte, remove protective padding and tighten
both handle knobs,,
o Remove handle padding holding operator pres-
ence control bar' to upper handle.
o Your lawn mower handle can be adjusted for your
mowing comfort. Refer' to "Adjust Handle" in the
Service and Adjustment section of this manual.
NOTE: For shipping purposes, the rear wheels on
your lawn mower are not adjusted to the same posi-
tion as the front wheelsv Before operating mower
adjust all wheels to the same cutting height position.
OPERATORPRESENCE _ - ,,_
CONTROLBAR -._-- _) _'_'_._,...
UPPER HANDLE _J/ / _
//'// LIFTUP _" tii
u_ruP _//// _ ,// ,'.7
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LOWER HANDLE
FIG. 1
MULCHER PLUG
FiG. 2
CAUTION: Do not run your lawn
mower without mulcher plug in
place or' approved clipping deflec-
tor or grass catcher in place. Never
attempt to operate the lawn mower
with the rear door removed or
propped open.
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TO INSTALL ATTACHMENTS
(See Fig. 2)
Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be used as a
mu[cher. To convert to bagging or discharging:
• Open rear door and remove mutcher plug,. Store
mulcher plug in a safe place,
• You can now install catcher' or optional clipping
deflector.
o To return to mulching operation, install mulcher
plug into discharge opening of rnower_ Be sure all
tabs are seated properly,
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