Craftsman 917.773700 User Manual

Owner's Manual

ICRRFTSMRN°I

60 HORSEPOWER
22 INCH CUT

WHEELED
WEEDTRIMMER

Model No.

917.773700

• Safety

• Assembly

• Operation

• Maintenance

• Espa_ol

• Repair Parts

,_CAUTION

Read and follow all

Safety Rules and Instructions
before operating this equipment.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

Visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.com/craftsman

Warranty ................................................. 2

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

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

Operation ................................................ 6

Maintenance Schedule .......................... 9

Maintenance ........................................... 9

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN WEEDTRIMMER
For two years from date of purchase, when this Craftsman Weedtrimmer 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 workman-

ship.
If this Craftsman Weedtrimmer is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty

applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase.
This Warranty does not cover:

• Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as rotating lines,
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 Weedtrimmer to the nearest
Sears Service Center in the United States. This warranty applies only while this product

is in 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., Dept. 817 WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

Product Specifications ............................ 9

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

Storage ................................................. 14

Troubleshooting ................................... 15

Repair Parts .......................................... 30

Parts Ordering ........................ Back Cover

WARNING= This trimmer is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should
not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-
covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester
meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be
maintained in effective working order by the operator.
In the state of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California

Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on
federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest Sears
service center (see the REPAIR PARTS section of this manual).

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The operation of any trimmer can result in foreign objects being thrown
into the eyes which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear
safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tr mmer or perform-

ing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety

mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses.

I. GENERAL OPERATION

• Read, understand, and follow all
instructions on the machine and in the

manual before starting. Be thoroughly
familiar with the controls and the proper

use of the machine before starting,

• Do not put hands or feet near or under

rotating pads.

• Keep all parts of your body away from
muffler and spinning line. A hot muffler

can cause serious burns.

• Only allow responsible individuals, who
are familiar with the instructions, to

operate the machine.

• Stay away from breakable objects, such

as house windows, auto glass, green-
houses, etc.

• Clear the area of objects such as rocks,
toys, wire, bones, sticks, etc., which
could be picked up and thrown by the

spinning lines.

• Be sure the area is clear of other

people before trimming, particularly
small children and pets. Stop machine
if anyone enters the area.

• Wear appropriate clothing such as a
long-sleeved shirt or jacket. Also wear

long trousers or slacks. Do not wear
shorts.

• Do not wear loose clothing which could

get caught in this equipment.

• Do not operate the machine when
barefoot or wearing open sandals.

Always wear work gloves and sturdy
footwear. Leather work shoes or short

boots work well for most people. These
will protect the operator's ankles and

shins from small sticks, splinters, and
other debris, and improve traction.

• Do not pull machine backwards unless

absolutely necessary. Always look
down and behind before and while

moving backwards.

Do not operate the machine without
proper guards, plates or other safety
protective devices in place.

See manufacturer's instructions for
proper operation and installation of

accessories. Only use accessories

approved by the manufacturer.
Never use blades, wire, or flailing
devices. This unit is designed for line
trimmer use only. Use of other accesso-

ries or attachments will increase the risk
of injury.

Stop the rotating trimmer head when
crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads.

Wait for the cutting lines to stop rotating.

Stop the engine (motor) whenever you
leave the equipment and allow it to
cool, before cleaning, repairing or
inspecting the unit. Be sure the trimmer
head and all moving parts have

stopped.
Operate only in daylight or good

adificial light.
Do not operate the machine while
under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

Never operate machine in wet grass.
Always be sure of your footing: keep a

firm hold on the handle and walk; never

run.

If the equipment should start to vibrate
abnormally, stop the engine (motor)

and check immediately for the cause.

Vibration is generally a warning of

trouble.
Always wear safety goggles or safety

glasses with side shields when operat-

ing machine.

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II. SLOPE OPERATION
Slopes are a major factor related to slip

and fall accidents which can result in
severe injury. All slopes require extra
caution. If you feel uneasy on a slope, do

not trim it.
DO:

• Trim across the face of slopes: never up
and down. Exercise extreme caution

when changing direction on slopes.

• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree

limbs, etc.

• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Tall
grass can hide obstacles.

DO NOT:

• Do not trim near drop-offs, ditches or

embankments. The operator could lose

footing or balance.

• Do not trim excessively steep slopes.

• Do not trim on wet grass. Reduced

footing could cause slipping.
III. CHILDREN
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator

is not alert to the presence of children.
Children are often attracted to the machine

and the trimming activity. Never assume
that children will remain where you last

saw them.

• Keep children out of the trimming area

and under the watchful care of another

responsible adult.

• Be alert and turn machine off if children

enter the area.

• Before and while moving backwards,

look behind and down for small

children.

• Never allow children to operate the

machine.

• Use extra care when approaching blind

corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects

that may obscure vision.

IV. SERVICE

• Use extra care in handling gasoline

and other fuels. They are flammable
and vapors are explosive.

- Use only an approved container.

- Never remove gas cap or add fuel
with the engine running. Allow
engine to cool before refueling. Do

not smoke.

- Never refuel the machine indoors.

- Never store the machine or fuel
container inside where there is an

open flame, such as a water heater.

- Move away from fueling site before
starting engine.

• Never run a machine inside a closed
area.

• Never make adjustments or repairs
with the engine (motor) running.
Disconnect the spark plug wire, and
keep the wire away from the plug to
prevent accidental starting.

• Keep nuts and bolts, especially trimmer
head and engine bolts, tight and keep
equipment in good condition.

• Never tamper with safety devices.
Check their proper operation regularly.

• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or
other debris buildup. Clean oil or fuel
spillage. Allow machine to cool before
cleaning or storing.

• Stop and inspect the equipment if you
strike an object. Repair, if necessary,
before restarting.

• Do not change the engine governor
setting or overspeed the engine.

• Clean and replace safety and instruc-
tion decals as necessary.

_,Look for this symbol to point out

important safety precautions. It means
CAUTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

WARNING: In order to prevent
accidental starting when setting up,
transporting, adjusting or making repairs,
always disconnect spark plug wire and
place wire where it cannot contact spark
plug.

CAUTION: Muffler and other engine
parts become extremely hot during
operation and remain hot after engine
has stopped. To avoid severe burns on
contact, stay away from these areas.

_,WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its
constituents, and certain vehicle compo-

nents contain or emit chemicals known to

the State of California to cause cancer

and birth defects or other reproductive
harm.

Readtheseinstructionsand this manual in its

entirety before you attempt to assemble or
operate your new trimmer.

IMPORTANT: This tnmmer is shipped
WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE in the engine.

Your new trimmer 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 trimmer, all parts and

hardware you assemble must be tightened
securely. Use the correct tools as necessary
to ensure proper tightness.

Loose Parts Packed Separately

20 OZ.

Bottle of oil

Trimmer Lines

(2) Sets

(0,155 diameter

x 15.75 inches long)

TO REMOVETRIMMER FROM CARTON

1. Remove loose parts included with
trimmer.

2. Cut down two end corners of carton
and lay end panel down flat.

3. Remove all packing materials.

4. Roll trimmer out of carton and check
carton thoroughly for additional loose

parts.

HOWTO SET UPYOURTRIMMER
TO UNFOLD HANDLE
IMPORTANT: Unfold handle carefully so as

not to pinch or damage control cables.

1. Loosen handle knob enough to allow
upper handle to be unfolded from the
shipping position.

2. Raise upper handle section into place
on lower handle and tighten handle

knob.

3. Remove handle padding holding
trimmer head control bar to upper

handle.

Your trimmer handle can be adjusted for
your trimming comfort. Refer to "ADJUST

HANDLE" in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual.

knob

hendle

Upper handle

Lift up

KNOW YOUR TRIMMER

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR
TRIMMER. Compare the illustrations with your tnmmer to familiarize yourself with the location

of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference,

symbolsmayappearonyourtrimmerorinliteraturesuppliedwiththeproduct.Leamandunderstand

CAUTION ENGINE OFF

FAST SLOW

FUEL OIL

met head control bar

head control lever

Starter handle

Gasoline

IMPORTANT: This trimmer is shipped
WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE inthe engine.

Trimmer head control bar - must be held
down to the handle toengage trimmer head.

Release to stop the trimmer head.
Primer - pumps additionalfuel from the

carburetorto the cylinderfor use when

starting a cold engine.

Engine oil cap

Chassis

_Trimmer line

Throttle control - used for starting and
stopping the engine and allows you to select

eitherfast or slow engine speed.
Starter handle - used for starting the engine.

Tdrnmer head control lever - usedto

6 engage tnmmer head.

SAFETYGLASSES

The operation of any trimmer can result in
foreign objects being thrown into the

eyes, which can result in severe eye
damage. Always wear safety glasses or

eye shields while operating your trimmer
or performing any adjustments or repairs.

We recommend a wide vision safety mask
over spectacles or standard safety

glasses.

HOWTO USEYOURTRIMMER

ENGINE SPEED

The engine speed is controlled by a

throttle located on the side of the upper
handle. Fast position is for starting and

normal trimming. Slow is for light trimming
and fuel economy. Stop is for stopping the

engine.

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_ ,Trimmer head control bar Drive control

\ lever

Toengage trimmer head disengaged

TO ADJUST TRIMMING HEIGHT

_,CAUTION: Stop the engine and wait
for all moving parts to stop. Disconnect

spark plug wire from spark plug and
place wire where it cannot come in

contact with plug.
The height of cut can be set to six (6)

different positions ranging from 1-1/2
inches to 3 inches. Recommended cutting

height for the average yard is 2 inches.

1. To adjust trimming height, push in the
locking plate tab and move trimmer
head up or down to desired position.

2. Release tab and be sure head is

locked into one of the six (6) height
positions.

Adjustable _
Trimmer

Head

Locking

Plate Tab

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TRIMMER HEAD DRIVE CONTROL
Your trimmer is equipped with a trimmer

head drive control bar and lever which
require the operator to be positioned

behind the trimmer handle to operate the
trimmer.

• Trimmer head rotation is controlled by

holding the trimmer head control bar
down to the handle and pushing the

drive control lever forward until it clicks;
then releasing the lever.

• Trimmer head rotation will stop when
the control bar is released.

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BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

ADD OIL
Your trimmer is shipped without oil in the

engine. For type and grade of oil to use,
see "ENGINE" in the Maintenance section

of this manual.

• l, CAUTION: DO NOT overfill engine with
oil, or it will smoke on startup.

1. Be sure trimmer is level and area

around oil fill is clean.

2. Remove oil dipstick from oil fill spout,
Make sure that rim of spout is clean.

3. You receive a 20 oz. container of oil
with the unit. Slowly pour 3/4 (15 oz.)

of the oil from the container down the
6il fill spout into the engine.

4. Wait one minute to allow oil to settle.
Insert and tighten dipstick, then

remove it to check oil level.

5. Continue adding small amounts of oil
and rechecking the dipstick until it

reads full. DO NOT overfill, or engine
will smoke on startup.

6. Always be sure to retighten oil dipstick
before starting engine.

• Check oil level before each use. Add oil if

needed. Fillto full line on dipstick.

• Change the oil after every 25 hours of

operation or each season. You may need
to change the oil more often under dusty,

dirty conditions.

Gasoline

oil cap

(Discard

debris plug

inside)

ADD GASOLINE
NOTE; Before filling fuel tank, remove

and discard the debris plug that is inside
the tank.

• Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular
unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87
octane. Do not mix oil with gasoline.
Purchase fuel in quantities that can be
used within 30 days to assure fuel

freshness.

_I,WARNING: Experience indicates that
alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or

using ethanol or methanol) can attract
moisture which leads to separation and

formation of acids during storage. Acidic
gas can damage the fuel system of an
engine while in storage. To avoid engine

problems, the fuel system should be
emptied before storage of 30 days or
longer. Drain the gas tank, start the
engine and let it run until the fuel lines

and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel

next season. See Storage Instructions for

additional information. Never use engine
or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel
tank or permanent damage may occur.

Ai_CAUTION; Fill to bottom of gas tank
filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any

spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or
use gasoline near an open flame.
TO START ENGINE

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 for a few minutes.

2. Move throttle control lever to fast position.

3. Hold upper handle firmly and pull starter
handle quickly. Do not allow starter rope
to snap back.

TO STOP ENGINE

• To stop engine, move throttlecontrollever

to stop position.
NOTE: In cooler weather it may be
necessary to repeat priming steps. In

warmer weather overpriming may cause

flooding and engine will not start. If you

do flood engine, wait a few minutes
before attempting to start and do not

repeat priming steps. _

Throttle control _!'

Starter handle_

TRIMMINGTIPS _/&

• Set the throttle control in the fast

position. If the weeds or grass are tall
and thick, operate the trimmer at a
slower walking speed.

• Frequently clean the underside of the

trimmer to remove any grass build up.
Keep top of engine around starter clear
and clean of grass clippings and chaff.
This will help engine air flow and extend

engine life.

• For best results and longer lasting line,
use the ends of the line to do the cutting.
This is easily done by moving slowly
through very thick and heavy weeds.

• Use the left side of trimmer when
trimming along fences, walls, flowerbeds

and other such objects.

• Iftrimmer lines become too short, it will
take longer to complete the job. If

trimmer lines are worn to less than half
their original length, they should be

replaced. See "TO REPLACE TRIMMER
LINE" in the Maintenance section of this

manual.

Trimmer head contact with concrete,
asphalt or other hard surfaces may
cause premature wear of the ball on

bottom of trimmer head.

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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE _'_,_"_//- _,_ ,/_.. _O_/_G_/'"

REGUL RSE.V,CE

Check for Loose Fasteners I_ I/

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a Clean Trimmer I_ I/

I

M Clean Under Engine Cover 11/2 II/

M Check ddve belt/pulleys
R Check/Replace Trimmer Lines 11/3

Check Engine Oil Level I##

E Change Engine Oil I/1,2

(_ Clean Air Filter _ 2

I Inspect Muffler it/

N Clean or Replace Spark Plug ¥1

Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge 1_2

1 Change mote often when operatin 9 under a heaVy load or in high ambient ternpCralures.

2 Service more Often when operallng in dirty or dusty cOflditions.

3. AOplace Irimmer lines when they have worn Io half their original length¸

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty on this trimmer does not

cover items that have been subjected to

operator abuse or negligence. To receive
full value from the warranty, operator must

maintain trimmer as instructed in this
manual.

Some adjustments will need to be made
periodically to properly maintain your unit.
All adjustments in the Service and
Adjustments section of this manual should

be checked at least once each season.

• Once a year, replace the spark plug
and replace air filter element. A new
spark plug and clean/new air filter
element assures proper air-fuel

mixture and helps your engine run
better and last longer.

Follow the maintenance schedule in
this manual.

BEFORE EACH USE

1. Check engine oil level.

2. Check for loose fasteners.

3. Clean under engine cover.

LUBRICATION
To prolong the useful life of your trimmer,

change engine oil as recommended in
this section of Owner's Manual.

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IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease plastic

wheel bearings. Viscous lubricants will
attract dust and dirt that will shorten the

life of the self- lubricating bearings. If you

feel they must be lubricated, use only a

dry, powdered graphite type lubricant
sparingly.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Serial No.

Date of Purchase:

Gasoline Type: Unleaded Regular
Gasoline Capacity: 1,25 Quarts
Oil Type: SAE 30 (Above 32 ° F)
(API-SF-SJ) SAE 5W-30 (Below 32° F)
Oil Capacity: 20 Ozs.
Spark Plug : Champion J19LM
(Gap: .030") or RJ19LM

Trimmer Line Dia,: .155 inch
Trimmer Line Length: 18.75 inches

The model and serial numbers will be

found on a decal attached to the rear of
the trimmer. Record both serial number

and date of purchase in space provided
above.

TRIMMER
Always observe safety rules when

performing any maintenance.
TIRES

Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or
insect control chemicals which can

harm rubber.

• Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts,
sharp objects and other hazards that

may cause tire damage.

TRIMMER LINE
For best results, replace trimmer lines

when they have worn to half their original
length. Use .155 inch diameter trimmer
line. Cut new trimmer line length to 18-314

inches. After new line is installed on
trimmer head, check all lines so they do

not vary more then one (1) inch in length.
This is important to make sure the trimmer

head is balanced and will not vibrate

abnormally.
_WARNING: Use only the specified

trimmer line. Do not use other materials
such as wire, string, rope, etc. Wire can

break off during trimming and become a
dangerous missile that can cause serious

injury.
TO REPLACE TRIMMER LINE

1. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark
plug and place wire where it cannot

come in contact with spark plug.

2. Remove worn trimmer line from line

carrier plate.

3. Fold new, cut to length, trimmer line in
half and insert folded end through

carrier plate opening to back side of
retainer clip.

4. With folded end of line at back side of
retainer clip, pull line outward until

line is fully seated under the retainer
clip.

5. Repeat on other side of carrier plate.

6. Check all lines to be sure they are the
same length.

7. Reconnect spark plug wire to spark
plug.

Trimmer line

Carrier plate

opening

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Use only high quality detergent oil rated

with API service classification SF-SJ.

Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade
according to your expected operating

temperature.

[_ 1SA_V_SCOS,T_GR_OES

*F 20. O, 30, 32. 4_* 60* t_O, lc0,

*C _0. .20, 10. O* 10. 2O, t_. E40*

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils
(5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in
cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils
will result in increased oil consumption
when used above 32°E Check your
engine oil level more frequently to avoid
possible engine damage from running

low on oil.

Change the oil after every 25 hours of
operation or at least once a year if the

unit is not used for 25 hours in one year.
Check the crankcase oil level before

starting the engine and after each five (5)

hours of continuous use. Tighten oil plug
securely each time you check the oil

lolevel.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OiL

NOTE: Before tipping trimmer to drain
oil, drain fuel tank by running engine
until fuel tank is empty.

1. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark
plug and place wire where it cannot

come in contact with spark plug.

2. Remove engine oil cap; lay aside on a

clean surface.

3. Tip trimmer on its side as shown and
drain oil into a suitable container.

Rock trimmer back and forth to
remove any oil trapped inside of

engine.

4. Wipe off any spilled oil from trimmer
and side of engine.

5. Fill engine with oil (See "ADD OIL" in
the Operation section of this manual).

6. Replace engine oil cap.

7. Reconnect spark plug wire to spark

plug.

Container

AIR FILTER
Your engine will not run properly and may

be damaged by using a dirty air filter.
Replace the air filter every 100 hours of

operation or every season, whichever
occurs first. Service a_ cleaner more

often under dusty conditions.
TO CLEAN AIR FILTER

1. Loosen screw and tilt cover to remove.

2. Carefully remove cartridge.

3. Clean by gently tapping on a flat
surface. If very dirty, replace cartridge.

_,CAUTION: Petroleum solvents, such as
kerosene, are not to be used to clean

cartridge. They may cause deterioration of

the cartridge. Do not oi_cartridge. Do not

use pressurized air to clean or dry

cartridge.

4. Install cartridge, then replace cover
making sure the tabs are aligned with

the slots in the back plate. Fasten

screw securely.

Back plate

Slots

Cover

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 after every 100
hours of operation, whichever occurs first.

Spark plug type and gap setting are

shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"
in Maintenance section of this manual.

CLEANING
IMPORTANT= For best performance,

keep tdmmer free of buitt-up grass and
trash. Clean the underside of your

trimmer after each use.

_CAUTION: Disconnect spark plug wire
from spark plug and place wire where it

cannot come in contact with the spark
plug.

• Turn trimmer on its side, Make sure air
fi_ter and carburetor are up. Clean the

underside of your trimmer by scraping

to remove build-up of grass and trash.

• Clean engine often to keep trash from
accumulating. A clogged engine runs

hotter and shortens engine life.

• Keep finished surfaces and wheels
free of all gasoline, oil,etc.

• We do not recommend using a garden
hose to clean trimmer unless the

electrical system, muffler, air filter and
carburetor are covered to keep water

out. Water in engine can result in
shortened engine life.

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A CAUTION: Before performing any
service and adjustments:

1. Stop engine.

2. Make sure the rotating lines and all
moving parts have completely

stopped.

3. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark
plug and place where it cannot come

in contact with plug.

TRIMMER
TO ADJUSTTRIMMING HEIGHT
See 'q'O ADJUSTTRIMMING HEIGHT" inthe

Operation section of this manual.
TO ADJUST HANDLE
The upper handle may be adjusted to

different height positions.

• Loosen handle knob only enough to
allow the upper handle to pivot to the
desired position.

• Tighten handle knob securely.

NOTE: The handle knob and bolt may be
reversed for left handed operation,

Upper handle

TO REMOVE/REPLACE TRIMMER HEAD

DRIVE BELT

1. Remove screw at front of chassis
cover.

2, Lift cover up and away from trimmer.

Chassis

3. Remove the two (2) screws on sides
of trimmer securing the debris shield.

4. Turn trimmer on its side with carbure-
tor and fuel cap up.

5. Remove the two (2) screws on

underside of trimmer securing the
debris shield.

6. Slide the debris shield rearward and

remove.

7. Remove belt from engine pulley on

crankshaft.

Handle knob

pulley

Debris shield screws

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8. Remove belt from trimmer head pulley.

9. Note the position of the control cable
+and idler return spring, then remove

idler assembly from chassis and
remove belt and idler from trimmer.

10. Remove belt from idler assembly by
removing bottom belt keeper and idler

pulleys.

11.Assemble new belt, idler pulleys and
bottom belt keeper to idler bracket.

Tighten pulley bolts securely.

NOTE: Be sure belt is inside top belt
keeper on idler assembly.

12. Position belt and idler assembly in
trimmer, reconnect idler spring and

assemble idler to chassis.

13. Install belt around trimmer head pulley

and engine pulley.

14. Replace debris shield and tighten the

four (4) screws securely.

15. Replace chassis cover and tighten

screw securely.

Always use Craftsman replacement parts
to assure proper fit and long life.

Idler bracket Flatidler

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V-idler._,

Idler

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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 unit to a Sears or

other qualified service center for repair
and/or adjustment.

CARBURETOR
Your carburetor has a nonadjustable fixed

main jet for mixture control. If your engine
does not operate properly due to sus-

Flat idler

Trimmer head pulley

pected carburetor problems, take your
unit to a Sears or other qualified service
center for repair and/or adjustment.

IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the
engine governor, which is factory set for

proper engine speed. Overspeeding the

engine above the factory high speed
setting can be dangerous. Ifyou think the

engine-governed high speed needs
adjusting, take your unit to a Sears or

other qualified service center, which has
proper equipment and experience to
make any necessary adjustments.

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Imrdediately prepare your trimmer for storage
atthe end of the season or if the unit will not

be used for 30 days or more.

TRIMMER

When trimmeris to be storedfor a pedodof
time,clean it thoroughly,removeall dirt,
grease, leaves, etc. Store in a clean, dry area.

1. Clean entiretrimmer (See "CLEANING" in
the Maintenance section of this manual).

2. Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance
section of this manual.

3. Be sure that all nuts, bolts, screws, and
pins are securely fastened. Inspect

moving parts for damage, breakage and
wear. Replace if necessary.

4. Touch up all rusted or chipped paint
surfaces; sand lightly before painting.

HANDLE

You can fold your trimmer handle for storage.

• Loosen handle knob enough to allow

upper handle to be folded forward.
IMPORTANT: When folding the handle for
storage or transportation, be sure to fold the
handle as shown or you may damage the

control cables.

Handle knob

ENGINE
FUEL SYSTEM
IMPORTANT: if is importantto preventgum

depositsfrom forming in essentialfuel system

partssuch as carburetor, fuel filter,fuet hose or14storing in any enclosure.

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 acids during storage. Acidic
gas can damage the fuel system of an

engine while in storage.

1. Drain the fuel tank.

2. Start the engine and let it run until the
fuel lines and carburetor are empty.

• Never use engine or carburetor cleaner

products in the fuel tank or permanent
damage may occur.

• Use fresh fuel next season.
NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable
aitemative in minimizing the formation of fuel

gum deposits during storage. Add stabilizer
to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container.
Pawaysfollow the mix ratio found on stabilizer
container. Run engine at least 10 minutes
after adding stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to

reach the carburetor. Do not drain the gas

tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINEOIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with
clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in the
Maintenance sectionof this manual).

CYLINDER

t. Remove spark plug.

2. Pour one ounce (29 ml) of oil through
spark plug hole into cylinder.

3. Pull starter handle slowly a few times
to distribute oil.

4. Replace with new spark plug.

OTHER

• Do not store gasoline from one season to

another.

• Replace your gasoline can if your can

starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your
gasoline will cause problems.

• If possible, store your unit indoors and
cover it to give protection from dust and dirt.

• Cover your unit with a suitable protective
cover that does not retain moisture. Do

not use plastic. Plastic cannot breathe
which allows condensation to form and will

cause your unit to rust.

IMPORTANT: Never cover trimmer while
engine and exhaust areas are still warm.

_I,CAUTION: Never store the trimmer
with gasoline in the tank inside a building

where fumes may reach an open flame or
spark. Allow the engine to cool before

TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM CAUSE

6oesnotsta_ 1, Dirtyairfilter.

2. Out of fuel.
3, Stale fuel.

4. Water in fuel.

5. Spark plug wire is
disconnected.

6. Bad spark plug.

7. Throttle control lever not
in correct position

(if equipped).

CORRECTION

1. Clean/replace air filter.

2. Fill fuel tank.

3. Drain tank and refill with
fresh clean fuel.

4. Drain fuel tank and
carburetor and refill tank

with fresh gasoline.

5. Connect wire to plug.

6. Replace spark plug.

7. Move throttle lever to FAST

position.

Loss of power 1. Clean/replace air filter.

Excessive 1. Check trimmer lines.
Vibration 2. Check all hardware,

Starter rope harc 1. Contact a Sears or other
to pull qualified service center.

Loss of head 1. Put belt on pulleys or
drive replace belt if broken.

Hard to push 1. Adjust handle height

Poor trimming 1. If line is worn or broken to
performance half original length,

Trimmer head 1. Follow instructions in
does not Maintenance section.

retain line 2. Replace string carrier plate

1. Dirty air filter.

2. Buildup of grass, leaves,
and trash under trimmer.

3. Too much oil in engine.

4. Walking speed too fast.

1. Lines uneven or broken.

2. Loose nuts or bolts.

3. Damaged trimmer head.

1. Bent engine crankshaft.

1. Belt not driving.

1. Handle height position no1
right for you.

1. Trimmer line length is
too short.

2. Throttle control lever not
in correct position

(if equipped).

1. Trimmer line not
properly installed.

2. Broken line retainer clip.

3. Incorrect size of
trimmer line.

2. Clean underside of trimmer
and trimmer head.

3. Check oil level.

4. Trim at slower walking

speed.

including engine bolts.

3. Check/repair trimmer head.

to suit.

replace line.

2. Move throttle lever to FAST

position.

assembly.

3. Use .155 diameter

trimmer line.

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SLOPE GUIDE

SIGHT AND HOLD THIS GUIDE LEVEL WITH A VERTICAL

TREE, A CORNER OF A STRUCTURE, A POWER LI'NE

"'°'_°*°'o,.° -..

I . . POLE, OR A FENCE.

Use this guide and do not trim on a slope greater than 15 degrees.

A 10 degree slope is a hill that increases in height at approximately 1.7 feet in 10 feet..

A 15 degree slope is a hill that increases in height at approximately 2.5 feet in 10 feet..

o

Operate a trimmer across the face

of slopes, never up or down slopes.

15 DEGREES

Use extreme care at all times and avoid sudden turns or maneuvers. Follow other instructions in this

_lb an ual for safety in trimming on slopes. Operate a trimmer across the face of slopes, never up o rdown

slopes. Use extra care when operating on or near slopes and obstructions.

CRAFTSMANWEEDTRIMMER-- MODEL NUMBER 917.773700

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28

21

27

14 15

26 23

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24

25

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CRAFTSMAN WEED TRIMMER -- MODEL NUMBER 917.773700

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

..... Engine, Briggs & Stratton,

2

150406 Bolt, Engine Mounting 3/8-16

3

169791 Pulley, Engine (Includes Setscrew, Key #4)

4

STD502502 Setscrew, Pulley

8

169821X479 Handle,Lower

9

150078 Screw, Hex Washer Head 5/16-18 x .75

10

169797X479 Handle, Upper

11

170980 Bolt, Handle

12

136376 Knob,Handle

13

170681 Adjuster, Handle, Inside

14

170682 Adjuster, Handle, Outside

15

170554 Spring, Handle Adjust

16

153638 Guide, Rope

17

STD541025 Locknut 1/4 x 20

18

66486 WireTire

19

171449 Control Bar

20

177814 Throttle Contro4

21

158755 Screw, Hex Washer Head

22

174750X004 Axle Shaft Assembly

23

150078 Screw, Hex Washer Head 5/15-18 x .75

24

174751 Spacer, Axle

25

57143 Washer, Wave

26

752063 Wheel, 14 x 2

27

83923 Hex Flange Locknut 3/8-16

28

174037 Orive Control

29

178364 Decal,Warning

30

751152 Nut 1/4-20

31

111190X Clamp,Cable

32

83816 Screw

33

178365 Decal,Warning
177739 Owner's Man ual. English/Spanish

Model Number 122H02-0110-D1
(See Breakdown)

Available accessories not included with trimmer:

7133623 Gas Can (2.5 gal.)
7133000 SAE 30W Oil (20 oz.)
7!_79991 Trimmer Line (Pack of 24 strings, 155 dia,)

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S, inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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CRAFTSMAN WEED TRIMMER - - MODEL NU MBER 917.773700

1 20

_ 14

43

4

42

21

-44

23

24

34

0--31

27

32

CRAFTSMANWEEDTRIMMER--MODELNUMBER917.773700

KEY

PART

NO.

NO. DESCRIPTION

1

174031 X558 Chassis Assembly

2

169802 Line, Trimmer .155 diameter x 18,75 long

3

173715 Screw, Self-Tapping 5/16-18 x 1

4

169790 V-Beg

5

172145X004 Bracket, Idler

6

166042 Pulley, Idler, V-Groove

7

173716 Bolt, Hex Head 3/6-16 x 1.25

8

751592 Locknut, Hex 3/8-16

9

166043 Pulley. Idler, Flat

10

160829 Bolt, Shoulder

11

155552 Locknut 5/16-18

12

173717 Spacer

13

174719 Bolt, Shoulder

14

145212 Locknut, Flange

15

173811 Spring, Return

16

177871 Shield, Debris

17

57808 Screw 1/4-20 x 1/2

18

85768 Screw #16-24 x 3/4

19

175301 Skirt

2O

170553 Cover, Chassis, Top

21

149746 Screw #10-24 x 1-3/4

22

STD541137 Nut 3/8-24 UNF

23

STD551137 Washer, Lock 3/8

24

STD551037 Washer, Flat 3/8

25

169792 Pulley, Driven

26

172551 Spacer, Pulley

27

174549 Beadng

28

172520 Jackshaft

29

169766 Cover, Chassis, Bottom

3O

174543 Spindle Housing Assembly

31

174581 Ring, Retaining, External, 17mm

32

176973 Spring, Locking Plate

33

172519 Locking Plate

34

174544 Carrie rPlate Assembly

35

52784 Washer

36

172516 Cover, Beadng

37

174590 Ring, Retaining, Internal, 40mm

38

172523 Mow Ball

39

172636 Bolt, Mow Ball

40

172342 Head Assembly, Complete

41

174029 Spacer

42

174036 Decal, Instruction

43

174042 Decal, Instruction

44

174035 Decal, Chassis Cover

45

174596 Belt Keeper, Bottom

46

17060408 Screw

47

76399 Screw

48

59931 Nut

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 Inch = 25.4 mm

(" Includes Upper Bearing, Key #27)

(Includes Key Numbers 22-29, 30-39)

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BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE

MODEL NUMBER 122HO2-O110-D1

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MODEL NUMBER 122H02-0110-D1

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276

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BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE

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MODEL NUMBER 122H02-0110-D1

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BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE

MODEL NUMBER 122H02-0110-D1

KEY PART
NO, NO. DESCRIPTION

1 493260 Cylinder Assembly 48

2 399269 KS-BushingJSeal

3 299819 • Seal-Oil (Magneto Side) 50
4 493279 Sump-Engtne 51

5 691160 Head-Cylinder 54
7 692249 ,+ Gasket-Cylinder Head 55
8 695250 Breather Assembly 58

9 272481 -+ Gasket-Breather 60
10 691125 Screw (Breather Assembly) 65

11 691781 Tube-Breather 78
12 692232 • Gasket-Crankcase 81

13 690912 Screw (Cylinder Head) 95
15 691680 Plug-Oil Drain 97

16 691451 Crankshaft 104

20 399781 • SeaI-Oil(PTO Side) 117
22 691092 Screw (Engine Sump)
23 692315 Flywheel 121

24 222698 Key-Flywheel 127
25 499429 Piston Assembly (Standard) 130

499430 Piston Assembly (.010" O.S.) 133
499431 Piston Assembly (.020' O.S.) 134
499432 Piston Assembly (,030' O.S.) 137

26 499425 Ring Set-Piston (Standard) 146

499426 Ring Set-Piston (.010" O,S.) 159
499427 Ring Set-Piston (.020"O.S.) 163

499428 Ring Set-Piston (.030" O.S.) 187
27 691866 Lock-Piston Pin 188
28 499423 Pin-Piston 190

29 499424 Rod-Connecting 202
32 691664 Screw (Connecting Rod) 209

32A 695759 Screw (Connecting ROd) 222

33 262651 Valve-Exhaust 227
34 262652 Valve-intake 265
35 691270 Spring-Valve (Intake) 276
36 691270 Spring-Valve (Exhaust) 287

37 694086 Guard-Rywheel 300
40 692194 Retainer-Valve 304

43 691997 Slinger-Governor/Oil 305
45 690548 Tappet-Valve 306

46 691449 Camshaft 307

KEY PART
NO. NO.

DESCRIPTION

498826 Short Brock (Replacement
497465 Manifold-Intake

272199 • Gasket-Intake
691650 Screw (Intake Manifold)

691421 Housing-Rewind Starter
692259 Rope-Starter (Cut to Length)

281434 Grip-Starter Rope
690837 Screw (Rewind Starter)

691108 Screw (Flywheel Guard)
691740 Lock-M uffier Screw

691636 Screw (Throttle Valve)
493267 Shaft-Throhle

691242 O Pin-Float Hinge
494870 Jet-Main (Standard)

497315 Jet-Main (High Altitude)
498260 Kit-Carburetor Overhaul

694468 Q Plug-Welch
691203 Valve-ThroSle
398187 Float-Carburetor

398188 _ Valve-Needle/Seat
693981 O:_ Gasket-Float Bowl
690979 Key-Timing

691753 Bracket-Air Cleaner Prime r
272653 _ Gasket-AirCleaner

691050 Line- Fuel (Cut to Length)
690877 Screw (Control Bracket)
690940 Screw (Fuel Tank)

691829 Link- Mechanical Governor
690319 Spring-Governor

692031 Bracket-Control
690783 Control Lever-Governor

690798 Clamp-Casing
271716 :_ Sealing Washer

690940 Screw (Dipstick Tube)
692038 Muffler

696307 Housing-Blower
691108 Screw (Blower Housing)
690450 Shield-Cylinder

690345 Screw (Cylinder Shield)

Engine 12D602-0015-B1 )

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BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE

MODEL NUMBER 122HO2-O110-D1

KEY PART
NO, NO. DESCRIPTION

332 6906o62
333 802574

334 691061
337 802592

356 692390
358 497316

363 19069
365 692524

383 89838
404 6911272

425 690670
443 692523

445 491588
455 691219

456 692299

459 281508

505 231082
523 495264

524 692296
525 495265

529 691923
562 92613

563 691138
564 690664

584 692342
585 691879
592 690800

597 691696
601 95162

604 691757
608 497680

613 691340
615 890340

616 691306
617 270344

621 692316
633 691321

635 66538
668 493823

670 692294

Nut (Flywheel)
Armature-Magneto

Screw (Armature Magneto)
Spark Plug

Wire-Stop
Engine Gasket Set

Flywheel Puller
Screw (Carburetor)

Wrench-Spark Plug
Washer (Governor Crank)

Screw (Air Cleaner Cover)
Screw (Air Cleaner Primer Base)
Fiber-Air Cleaner Cartridge

Cup-Flywheel
Plato-Pawl Friction

PawI-Ratchet
Nut (Governor Control Lever)
Dipstick

• SeaI-DipstickTube
Tube-Dipstick

Grommet
Bolt (Governor Control Leve

Screw (Debris Guard Cover

Screw (Control Cover)

Cover-Breather Passage

• Gasket-Breather Passage

Nut (Rewind Starter)
Screw (Pawl Friction Plate

Clamp-Hose

Cover-Control
Starter-Rewind

Screw (Muffler)
Retainer-Governor Shaft

Crank-Governor

K_:_ SeaI-O Ring(IntakeManifold)

Switch-Stop
SeaI-Choke/ThroSle Shaft

Boot-Sparkp_ug

• Spacer (Includes 2)
Spacer-Fuel Tank

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

684 690345 Scre

689 691855 Spdng*Fdction
703 696309 Clip

741 691830 Gear-]]ming
842 691031 ° SeaI-O Ring (Dipstick Tube)
847 692017 Assem bly- DipslJckJTu be

851 493880 TerminaI-Sparkplug
869 691155 Seat-Valve (Intake)

870 690380 Seat-Valve (Exhaust)
871 262001 Bushing-Guide(Exhaust)

63709 Bushing-Guide (Intake)
949 696306 Guard-Debris Screen
949A 696310 Guard-Debris Screen

957 397974 Cap-FuelTank
966 496118 Base-AirCleanerPdmer
967 493537 Filter-Pre Cleaner

968 692298 Cover-Air Cleaner
970 691669 Screw

972 495224 Tank-Fuel
975 493640 Bowl-Float

976 694395 Pdmer-Carburetor
977 498261 Set-Carburetor Gasket

1019 494256 Kit-Label
1036 696035 Label-Emissions

1058 274978 Owner's Manual
1059 692311 Kit-Screw/Washer

1095 498528 Set-Valve Gasket
1210 498144 Assembly-Pulley/Spring(Pulley)

1211 498144 Assembly-Pulley/Spnng (Spdng)
1229 696308 Extension-Blower Housing

• Included in Engine Gasket Set, Key #358
O Included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit, Key #121

_t Included in Carburetor Gasket Set, Key #977
+ Included in Valve Overhaul Kit, Key #1095

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

(Breather Passage Cover)

(Air Cleaner Primer Bracket)

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