Craftsman 917386060 Owner’s Manual

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MODEL NUMBER 917.386060 OWNER'S MANUAL

oAssembly
. Operation

Customer

Responsibilities

Service
Adjustments

Repair Parts

Caution:

Read and Follow

all Safety Rules
and Instructions

Before Operating

This Equipment

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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 A

TRAINING:

* Read this operator's manual carefully. Become familiar with

the controls and know how to operate your mower properly.
Learn how to quickly stop mower.

, Do 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,

• Donot operate mower if it has beendroppedor damaged in

anymanner. Always have damage repairedbefore using

yourmower.

• Donotuse accessory attachmentsthatarenot recommended
by the manufacturer. Use of such attachments may be_

hazardous.

• The blade turns when the engine is running.

PREPARATION:

• Always thoroughly checkthe area to be mowed and clear it of

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 open sandals. Wear only solid shoes with good

traction when mowing.

• Check fuel tank before starting engine. Do not fill gas tank
indoors, when the engine isrunning or when the engine is hot.

Allow the engine to cool for several minutes before filling 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 or good 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 a firm hold

on the handles and walk.

• Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts, Keep

clear of the discharge opening at all 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 the

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 a foreign 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.

* Never cut grass by pulling the mower towards you, Mow

across the face of slopes, never up and down or you might
lose your footing. Do not mow excessively steep slopes. Use

caution when operating the mower on uneven terrain or when
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 all 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.

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.............Look for this symboi'to point out im-

A portant safety precautions, it means

I' ',,,,,,A CAUTI0N'I"'' Always disconnect 'spark i

CAUTION!t! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR
SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

plug wire and place wire where it can- I
not contact spark plug in order to pre- I

vent accidental starting when setting |

up, transporting, adjusting or making i

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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, r_lease contact your nearest Sears Authorized

Service Center/Department. We have competent, welt-
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 917:386060

SERIAL
NUMBER

DATEQF PURCHASE

THE MODEl_ AND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BEFOUND
ON A DECAL ATTACHED TO THE REAR OF'THE
LAWN MOWER HOUSING

YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER AND

DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEF tN A SAFE PLACE

FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

PRODUCT SPECmFICATIONS

HORSEPOWER: 5,0
DISPLACEMENT: 11.5CU. IN.

GASOLINE CAPACITY 1.5QUARTS
AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR

OIL TYPE (API-SFiSG): SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°F)

SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F)

OIL CAPACITY: 20 OZS.
SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION RJ19LM, RJ19LM

(GAP: .030") STD36t458
VALVE CLEARANCE: INTAKE: .008"

EXHAUST: ,008"

SOLID STATE IGNITION
AIR GAP: ,0125 iN_

BLADEBOLT TORQUE: 35-40 FT. LBS.

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is available on this product, Contact your nearest Sears s[ore for detai!s.

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.

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 otserating and maintenance instructions in the owner's manual. Sears wili 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 only 90 days from

the date ol purchase.
This Warranty does not cover:

- 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 AVAILABLEBY RETURNING THE CRAFTSMAN POWER MOWER TO THE NEAREST

•SEARS SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT INTHE UNITED STATES. THIS WARRANTY APPLIES ONLY WHILE
THIS PRODUCT iS iN USE IN THE UNITED STATES.

"['his Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which van/from state to state.

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., D/817 VVA, HOFFMAN ESTATES, ILLINOIS 60,179

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY RULES .................. ;......................................... 2

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS.,. ................................... 3

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ........................ 3,9-11

WARRANTY .......................................................... ......... 3

ASSEMBLY .......................................................... ......... 5

OPERATION .................................................................. 6

INDEX

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Accessories .................................... 5

Adjustments:

Carburetor .............................. 12

Engine Speec_ ........................ 12

Handle Height ........................ 12

Height of Cut ............................ 7

Air Filter:

Replacement .......................... 11

Service ................................... 11

Assembly ........................................ 5

B

Blade:

Sharpening .............................. 9

Replacement .......................... 10

C

Controls:

Engine Zone Control ................ 6

Engine Speed Control .............. 6

Operator Presence

Control Bar ............................... 6

Customer Responsibilities .............. 9

Air Filter ................................. 11

Blade Care/Re placement ....... 10

Engine .................................... 11

Lubrication ............................. 11

Spark Hug ............................. 11

Cutting Levels .................. :.............. 7

Engine:

Air Filter ................................. 1t

Oil Change ............................. 11

Oil Level ................................. 11

Oil Type ................................. 11

Starting .................................... 8

Stopping ................................... 8

Storage .................................. 13

Fuel:

Capacity ................................... 3

Storage ................................... 13

Type ......................................... 7

Handle Adjustment:

Assembly ................................. 5

Cutting Height ........................ 12

Lubrication:

Engine ...................................... 9

Lawn Mower ............................ 9

Maintenance Agreement ................ 3

Maintenance SchedUle .................... 9

Mowing Tips ................................... 8

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ....................................... 9

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ................................ 12

STORAGE ................................................................... 13

TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................. 19

REPAIR PARTS- LAWN MOWER ........................ 14-15

REPAIR PARTS - ENGINE .................................... 16-18

PARTS ORDERINGISERViCE .................................... 20

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H

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M

Operation:

Engine Control ......................... 7

Grass Catcher ........................ 10

Mower ...................................... 7

Operator Presence

Control Bar ............................... 7

Options:

Accessories ............................. 5

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Repair Parts:

Engine ............................... 16-18

Lawn Mower ..................... 14q5

Responsibilities, Customer ..... 3,9-11

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Safety Rules ................................... 2

Service and Adjustments .............. 12

Carburetor .............................. !2

Discharge Guard .................... 12

Engine Speed ........................ 12

Handle ..................................... 12

Spark Plug .................................... 11

Specifications ................................. 3

Speed Control:

Engine .................................... 12

Starting the Engine ......................... 8

Stopping the Engine ....................... 8

Storage ......................................... 13

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Oil:

Engine .................................... 11

Storage ................................... 13

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Trouble Shooting Chart ............... 19

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Warranty ......................................... 3

LAWN lVl WE ACCESSORIES

These accessories were available when this lawn mower was produced. They are also available at most Sears ,retailoutlets
and service centers. Most Sears stores can also Order repair parts for you, when you provide the mode_number of your lawn

mower. Some of these accessories may not apply to your lawn mower.

LAWN t_OWER PERFORMANCE

CLIPPING DEFLECTOR

FOR REAR DISCHARGE LAWN MOWERS

• FOR
REAR DISCHARGE

LAWN MOWERS

LAWN MOWER MAINTENANCE

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GRASS CATCHERS

FOR

SIDE DISCHARGE

LAWN MOWERS

MUFFLERS

BLADES

BLADE ADAPTERS WHEELS

ASSEIVl LY

Read these instructions and this manual in its entirety

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. Ait 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

tools 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 panel

down flat.
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

thorougly for additional loose parts,

HOW TO SET UP YOUR LAWN
MOWER

TO UNFOLD HANDLE (See Fig. 1)

iMPORTANT: UNFOLD HANDLE CAREFULLY SO AS
NOT TO PINCH OR DAMAGE CONTROL CABLES.

AiR FILTEF_S

OPERATOR PRESENCE

CONTROLBAR

LIFT UP

SPARK PLUGS

ENGINE ©IL

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LOWER HANDLJE

Raise handles until lower handle sectio_ locks into
place in mowing position,

Raise upper handte section into:place on lower handle,
remove protective padding and tighten both handle

knobs,

', Remove handle padding holding ope_ator presence

control bar to upper handle_

'Your lawn mower handle canbe adjusted for your

mowing comfort, Refer to "Adjust Handie" in the

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Service and Adjustmeflt section of this manual

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OPERATION

KNOWYOUR 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 Hterature supplied with the product. Learn and understand

their meaning;

CAUTION ENGINE ENGINE FAST SLOW CHOKE FUEL OIL DANGER, KEEP HANDS

OR WARNING ON OFF AND FEET AWAY

ENGINE ZONE
CONTROL CABLE

STARTER HANDLE

HANDLEKNOB

.......... _...... = . - .....

OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL BAR

GASOLINE FELLER CAP

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ENGINE OIL CAP

WITH DIPSTICK

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DISCHARGE GUARD

: MEETS CPSC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

Sears rotary walk-behind power lawn mowers conform tothe safety standards of the American National Standards Institute
and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The blade turns when the engine is running.

WHEEL ADJUSTER

(ON EACH WHEEL)

/ENGtNESPEED CONTROL

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PRIMER

HOUSING

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

ENGINE SPEED CONTROL - located on the side of the

engine which allows you to select either fast (=_) or slow

(_) engine speed°

PRIMER _pumps additional fuel from the carburetor to the

cylinder for use when starting a cold engine,

STARTER HANDLE o used for starting the engine.

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