Craftsman 917.38919 User Manual

Owner’s Manual

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5.0 HORSEPOWER 19” REAR BAGGER ROTARY LAWN MOWER

Mode! No.

917.389190

Safety Assembly

Operation

Maintenance

Espano! Repair Parts

CAUTION:

Read and follow all

Safety Rules and Instructions

before operating this equipment

Sears, Roebuck and Co,, Hoffman Estates. iL60179 Visit our Craftsman website:www sears-com/craftsman

WARRANTY

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JVlfTED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN POWER MOWER. For two years from date of puichasa, when this Craftsman Lawn Mower is maintained, lubricated, and tuned up according to the operating and maintenance instnictions in the owner’s manual, Sears will repair free of charge any defect in material orworionanship. If this Craftsman Lawn Mower is used for commeraial or rental purposes, this warranty applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase.

This Wananty does not cover:

• Expendable items which become worn during nomtai use, such as rotary mower blades, blade

adapters, bells, air cleanais and spark piug. .

« Repairs necessary because of oparator abuse or negligence, including bent crarrkshafts and the failure

to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in the owneris manual. Wananty service is available by reluming the Craftsman power movrerto the nearest Sears Service Center/Department in the United St^ This vrananty applies only while this product is in use in the United StatesThis Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other ri^rts which vary from state to stats. SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO„, D/817WA, HOFFMAN ESTATES, ILUN01S 60179

SAFETY RULES

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[KNOW VOUR LAWNIMUWER

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER.

Compare the illustrations with your lawn mower to famiiiarize yourself with the location of warious controls and adjustments. Save Ihts manual for future reference.

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These symbols may appear on your lawn

mower or In literatura supplied with product team and understanrd their meaning.

Warning

Fuel

Danger, keep hanrJs and feet away.

Safety standards require operator presence controls to minimize the risk pf injury. Your unit is equipped with such controls. Domot aitempt to defeat the function of the controls under any drcumstances.

TRAINING;

» Read Ihisoperators manual caretuliy. Become familiar

with lha COntitte and know how to qjerala your mower properly, Leam how to quchly stop mower.

" Do not allow children to use yogrmower. Neverallow

adults to use mower wHhout proper instmclions.

• Keep the area of operation clear of ail persons, espedaily small children and pels,

» Use mower only as the manufacturer intended

and as described 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,

SAFETY RULES

PflEPARATION:

• Always thoEDUghiy check the area to be mowed and daarit of alt stones, slicks, wras, bones and

foreign objects. These objects will be

other

thrown by the blade and can cause severe

injuty,

• 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 sandais. Wear only solid shoes with good traction when mowing.

• Checkfijel tank before starting engine. Do notfili

gas tank indoors, when the engine is running or when the engine is hot Aliow the engine to cod for several minutes beftjre fining the gas tank. Clean off any spiiled gasoline before starting the engine.

• Always make wheat height adjustments before starting your mower, Never attempt to do this

while the engine is running,

• Mow only in daylight or good artificiat light,

OPEBATION; " 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 white operating your mower. Always be sure of your (doting -keepafirmholdonthehandles and walk,

» Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating

parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening at al! times,

• Always stop the engine whenever you ieave or are not using your mower, or before crossing driveways, wallts, roads and any grave! covered areas.

» Never direct discharge of material toward

bystanders nor allow anyone near the mower while you are operating it.

• Before deaning, inspecting, or repairing your mower, stop the engine and make absoiuteiy 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 y our mower if you hit a

foreign object. Follow the procedure outlined

above, then repair any damaged before restarting and operating your mower.

» Do not change the governor settings or

overspeed the engine. Engine damage or

personal injury may resuit.

• Do not aparata your mower If it vibrates abnormally. Excessive vibration is an indication of damage; stop the engine, safely check for the causa of vibration and repair as required.

• Do not am the engine indoors. Exhaust fumes are dangerous.

» 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 sleep stapes. 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 bag 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 bolls, nuts and screws at frequent

intervals for proper lightness to be sure mower is in safe working condtHon,

• Keep ail safety devices in place and woridng.

• To reduce fira hazard, keep the engine free of grass, leaves or excessive grease and oil,

" Check gras&bag often for deterioration and

wear and replade worn bags. Use only replacement bags that are recommended by and comply with specifications of the manufachj rer of your mower.

• Always keep a sharp blade on your mower.

• Allow engine to coot 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 healer, space heater, clothes dryer, etc.

ACAUTION: Always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where It cannot contact spark plug in order to prevent accidental starting when setting

up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs,

WARNING

The engine exhaust from this product contains

chemicals known to the Slate of California to cause cancer, birth defects.'or other reproductive harm.

nTTREBlOVE LAWN IMOWER FftOM CARTOW

Remove loose parts included with mower

• Cut down two end comers of carton and lay end panel down flat. Roll lawn mower out of carton and check carton thoroughly for additional loose

parts.

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Read these instructions and this manual in its entirety before you attempt to assemble ot operate your new lawn mower. Your new lawn mower has been assembled at the tfie factory with 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 hag. To ensure safe and proper operation of your lawn mower, ail parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to ensure proper tightness.

To Unfold Handle.

Handles

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collar

ÍMPORTANT; Unfold handles carefully so as not to pinch or damage control cablas.

Lower Handles 1 „ Insert lower handles into deck (A1)

2. Push handle firmly down unü! the handle collar is located securely Into the deck (A2).

3 . Insert screws into holes and using a

pozidrive screwdriver tighten fully into deck (A2).

Handle Adjusters fiued to product (B) 1 Adjust handle assembly to the most

comfortable operating position and tighten handle adjuster knob (B) on both sides of the product,.

To insert the Brake Cable

1 insert cable into hole In Operator

Presence Control lever from the insida of the !ever.(D1).

2 . Lock into position. (D2)

3. Rt the cables to the handles with the cable

ties provided, rnaking sure fire cables ana not trapped between file handles.

Recoil Starter

1. Disconnect the spark plug lead.

2. Pull the Operator Presence Control lever to release the brake on the engine.

3. Extend the puli cord fully (Cl). _

4. Locate the cord in the puli cord guide positioned on handle (C2).

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