Craftsman 917380221 Owner’s Manual

OWNER'S

CRAFrSMIZN

Caution:

Readand Follow alaSafetyRules

andInstructions BeforeOperating

ThisEquipment

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SEARS,ROEBUCKANDCo., Chicago,IL. 60684 U.S.A.

3.5 RESERVEPOWER 20" SIDEDISCHARGE ROTARYLAWNMOWER

Assembly Operation

Maintenance ServiceandAdjustment

RepairParts

SAFETYRULES

CAUTION: ALWAYS DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG 'WIRE AND PLACE WiRE WHERE 11'CANNOT CONTACT SPARK PLUG TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STAR-

TING WHEN SETTING-UP, TRANSPORTING, ADJUSTING OR MAKING

REPAIRS TO YOUR MOWER_

IMPORTANT

FEDERAL REGULATIONS REQUIRE OPERATOR PRESENCE BLADE STOP CONTROLS TO MINIMIZE THE

RISK OF BLADE CONTACT INJURY. YOUR MOWER IS EQUIPPED WITH SUCH CONTROLS. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO DEFEAT THE FUNCTION OF THE OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL UNDER ANY

CIRCUMSTANCES°

• BE CAREFUL-WHEN THE ENGINE IS RUN- NING, THE BLADE IS TURNING.

• Please read your' owner's manual_ Only allow persons who know the safety rules to use your

mower,

• DO NOT tie the operator presence control bar

to the handle. Control must be lye° to permit broke engagement when handles and control are reteased_

° DO NOT allow children to use your' mower_

• Check your mower over' before each use_ Tighten any loose bolts, nuts, etc_

• Remove all sticks, stones, wires, cans, boards, etc_from area to be mowed_ These objects can

be thrown by the blade.

• DO NOT allow children, bystanders or pets in the area while mowing°

• Always ",,,,earshoes when mowing° DO NOT operate mower when barefoot or wearing open sandals.

• Always wear safety glasses or' eye shields before starting your lawn mower and while mowing.

• Always shut off engine before trying to adjust

wheetheightso

• When engine is running, DO NOT put hands

or' feet under mower or in the discharge chute, nor make any adjustments.

• Stay clear' of discharge opening at all times°

• Do not fill gas tank when engine is running, when indoors or when engine is hot. Allow engine to cool for several minutes before fill-

ing gas tank Clean off any spilled gasoline before starting engine.

• Mow only in goodllght.

• Always stop blade when not cutting grass or

when crossing gravel drive, sidewalk, or roadway_

" DO NOT continue to run your mower' if you

hit a foreign objecL Stop the engine, discon_ nect the spark plug wire from the spark plug,

inspect the mower for damage and make repairs as required_

• DO NOT use a damaged mower. Always have damage repaired before mowing.

• DO NOT run your mower if it vibrates too much. Stop engine and make repairs. Vibra-

tion is an indication of damage_

• Never use your mower without proper guards

or' deflectors in place. - -

• Always mow across a slope or inclined area. DO NOT mow up or down a slope or inclined

area.

• DO NOT mow in wet grass. Be careful of footing when mowing in wet grass, use shoes with good traction.

• DO NOT run with the mower_

• DO NOT run your mower indoors. Exhaust gases are deadly poison.

° Always disconnect the spark plug wire from the

spark plug to prevent accidental starting when transporting or' storing your mower after the

mowing season.

• DO NOT attempt to raise engine speed above factory settings_ Engine damage or personal

injury may result.

° If a grass catcher is used on your' mower', check

the catcher often for' damage or deterioration.

It will wear through normal use. Use only a

recommended replacement catcher.

• Always stop blade to remove or instaJt catcher_

" DO NOT store your mower' or gasoline where

fumes may reach an open flame and cause a fire.

• DRAIN THE GASOLINE from your mower before transporting your mower inside your car

or other vehicle.

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LOOKFORTHISSYMBOLTOPOINTOUTIMPOR- TANTSAFETYPRECAUTIONS.ITMEANS--ATTEN-

TION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

CONGRATULATIONSonyourpurchaseofa SearsCrafts- manLawnMower.Ithasbeendesigned,engineered

and manufacturedtogive you the bestpossible dependabilityandperformance.

Shouldyouexpermnceanyproblemyoucannot easi-

ly remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Ser- vice Center/Department. We have competent, well-

trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this unit.

Please read and retain this manual. The instructions

will enable you to assemble and maintain your mower properly° Always Observe the "SAFETY

RULES".

MODEL

NUMBER 917.380221

SERIAL NUMBER

DATE OF PURCHASE

THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE

FOUND ON A DECAL ATTACHED TO THE REAR

OF THE MOWER HOUSING_

YOU SHOULD RECORDBOTHSERIALNUMBER AND DATEOFPURCHASEAND KEEPIN A SAFE

PLACEFOR FUTUREREFERENCE.

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PRODUCTSPEaFICATHOHS

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RESERVE POWER: 3.5

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DISPLACEMENT: 9.06 cu. in.

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GASOLINE CAPACITY: 1.0 quart,

................. (unleaded)

OIL (21 oz, capacity): SAE 30W

(SAElow 30)

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SPARK PLUG (GAP ,030 in.) Champion

VALVE CLEARANCE: Intake: _008 in_

Exhaust: .008 ino

SOLID STATE IGNITION

AIR GAP:

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BLADE NUT TORQUE:

RJ19-LL or

(Sears 7133312 or

STD361458)

.0125 in.

70-75 ft0-1bs_

MAINTn:NANCEAGREEMENT

A Sears Maintenance Agreement isavailable on this

producL Contact your nearest Sears store for

details.

CUSTOMERRESPONSgBILITIES

Read and observe the safety rules. Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and using your mower.

Follow the instructions under "Maintenance" and "Storage" sections of this Owner's Manual_

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ONEYEARLIMITEDWARRANTYON CRAFTSMANPOWERMOWER

Forone year fromthe date of purchase, when thisCraftsman Lawn Mower ismaintained, lubricatedand tuned-up.

according to the instructionsin the owner's manual, Sears will repair, free of charge, any defect in material and worEmanship_

If this Craftsman Lawn Mower is used for commercial or rental purposes, thiswarranty applies for only 90

days from the date of purchaser

Thiswarranty does not cover:

Expendable itemswhich become worn during normal use, such as rotary mower blades, blade adapters, belts, air cleaners and spark plug.

Repairs necessarybecause of operator abuse or negligence, including bent crankshafts and the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructionscontained in the owner's manual°

WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING THE CRAFTSMAN POWER MOWER TO THE

NEAREST SEARS SF:RVlCECENTERIDEPARTMENT IN THE UNITED STATES. THIS WARRANTY APPLIES

ONLY WHILE THIS PRODUCT IS IN USE IN THE UNITED STATES°

Thiswarranty gives you specificlegal rights, and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state_

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO, Department 698/731A Sears Tower, Chicago, Ill. 60684

TABLEOFCONTENTS

SAFETY RULE ......................

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ...........

CUSTOMER RESPONSiBiLITIES .......

WARRANTY ...............

TABLE OF CONTENTS

INDEX ...................

MOWER ACCESSORIES ......

ASSEMBt.Y .....

OPERATION ................

INDEX

Adjustments:

Carburetor

Engine Speed

Handle Height Height of Cut

Wheel Adjusters

Air Filter:

Cleaning _.

Paper Cartridge Replacement

Assembly:

Handle

Accessories

Blade:

Replacement

Sharpening

Controls:

Engine Control Operator Presence

Control Bar

Speed Selector ....

Customer Responsibilities Cutting Levels

Engine:

Control Oil Cap

Oil Change Oil Level

Oil Type Starting

Storage

Filter, Air

Fuel:

Type

Storage

g,10 Assembly

5.6.7

8.9

6,7 6,9

9,t0

Gasoline

10 .7

7 7 Handle:

10 Bracket 10 Knob

5 5

index

Lubrication:

Maintenance: 7 3

Mowing Tips 8

9 7

Oil:

Operation:

Speed:

Operator Presence Control Options:

MAINTENANCE .................... 8,9,10

STORAGE .......................... 12

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT .......... 10,1 t

TROUBLE SHOOTING .................... t 9

6,7,8

Adjustment

Height, Cu|ting

REPAIR PARTS-MOWER ............. 14,15

REPAIR PARTS-ENGINE .......... t6,17,18 ,,

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS .......... 13

PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE ....... 20

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Engine 13 Front Wheel Adjuster 7

Agreement .... 3

Air Filter _ g, 10 Air Filter Paper Cartrldge 10

Blade Care/Replacement 8.9

Engine g Grass Catcher' .9 Lubrication 13

Spark Plugs 3,10

Cold Weather Conditions 7 Engine ,9

Storage 12

Operating Mower 6,7 8

Starting the Engine 7

Stopping Your Lawn Mower 7

Attachments 5

3 Parts t 4,15

Primer 7

RepairtReplacement Parts 14 15

Responsibilities,Customer 3

Safety Rules 2 Service and Adjustments:

Blade .... 8,9

Carburetor 10 Cutting Level 7

Engine . ,7 Handle 11

Service Recommendation 13 Spark Plugs 3,10

Specifications 3 Speed Control:

Engine = 7

Starling the Engine:

Starter Rope 6

Stopping the Mower .7

Storage t 2

Table of Contents . _4

Trouble Shooting Chart !9

Warranty

Wheels:

Wheel Adjuster's

MOWER

These accessories were available when the mower was purchased° They are also available at most Sears retail

outlets, catalog and service centers. Most Sears stores can order repair parts for you, when you provide the model number of your mower.

ENGINE

SPARKPLUG

MUFFLER

AIR FILTER

GASCAN

EHGIHEOIL STABILIZER

MOWERMAiNTENANcE........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

BELT BLADE BLADEADAPTER WHEELS MOWERCOVER

ASSEMBLY

Your lawn mower has been completely assembled at the factory°

TO REMOVEMOWERFROMCARTON

• Remove loose parts if included with mower, (i.e. grass catcher, catcher frame, hardware pack,

etc,)_

o Cut down corners on one end of carton and lay

end down flat.

o Remove packing material, o Roll mower out of carton and check carton

thoroughly for loose parts.

HOWTOSET-UPYOURLAWNMOWER

TO UNFOLDHANDLE

OPERATOR PRESENCE -

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UPPER HANDLE---_ _."/ •

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Remove tape and paper holding operator presence control bar to upper handle°

• Hold down operator presence control bar to up- per handle to allow handle to move to mowing

position.

, Raise handles until lower handle section locks in-

to place in the mowing position (See Fig. I).

Raise upper handle section intoplace on lower handle and tighten one (1) handle knob°

Release operator presence control bar and

tighten remaining handle knob°

• Your mower handle can be adjusted for your mowing comfort. Refer to "ADJUST HANDLE"

in the Service and Adjustment section of this manual.

OPERATION

KNOWYOURMOWER

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR ROTARY MOWER° Compare the illustrations with your Rotary Mower to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls

and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.

)PERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL BAR

ZONE/ENGINE CONTROL.

HANDLE KNOB

STARTER ROPE

ENGINE SPEED SELECTOR LEVER

MUFFLER

PRIMER

DISCHARGE

AIR FILTER

- CABLE CLIP

ENGINE OIL CAP WITH DIPSTICK

FILLER CAP

WHEEL ADJUSTER

HOUSING

MEETSCPSCSAFETYREQUIREMENTS

Sears Rotary Walk-Behind Power Mowers conform to the safety standards of the American National Stan- dards Institute and The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, The blade turns when the engine is running,

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OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL BAR - must be held down to the handle to start the engine, Release

to stop the engine, ENGINE SPEED CONTROL LEVER - located on the

right side of the engine which allows you to select either "HIGH" or "LOW" engine speed_

PRIMER - pumps additional fuel from the carburetor to the cylinder for use when starting a cold engine.

STARTER ROPE - used for starting the engine.

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