Owner's Manual JCRAFT$1qAWJ 6.0 HORSEPOWER 21" MULTI-CUT ROTARY LAWN MOWER Model No. 917.388721 • • • • • • 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.
Warranty ................................................. 2 Safety Rules ....................................... 2-4 Assembly ................................................ 5 Operation ............................................ 6-9 Maintenance Schedule ....................... 10 Maintenance ................................... 10-13 Product Specifications......................... 11 Service and Adjustments................ 13-14 Storage ........................................... 14-15 Troubleshooting .
• Shvt the engine (motor) off and wait until the blade comes to complete stop before removing grass catcher. • Mow only in daylight or good artificial 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. • Disengage the self-propelled mechanism or ddve clutch on mowers so equipped before starting the engine (motor).
. ALook for thissymbol to point out " important safety precautions. It means CAUTIONIt[ BECOMEALERTIU YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED. A 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.
Read these instructionsand this manual in its entirety before you attempt to assemble or operate your now lawn mower. IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is shipped WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE in the engine. Your now lawn mower has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts leR unassembled for shipping purposes. All parts such as nuts, washers, belts, etc., necessary to complete the assembly have been placed in the parts bag.
KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER, Compare the illustrationswith 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 literature supplied with the product, Learn and understand their meaning.
Theoperation ofanylawn mower canresultinforeign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your lawn mower or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses. HOWTO USEYOUR LAWN MOWER ENGINE SPEED The engine speed was set at the factory for optimum performance. Speed is not adjustable.
Open mulcher door Discharge defiector---,..,._...,.,.,__. NOTE: Allow oil to settle down into engine for accurate reading. To read proper level, tighten engine oil cap, then remove it to read the dipstick. 3. Reinstatl engine oil cap and tighten. • Check oil level before each use. Add oil if needed. Fill to 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.
TO_TART ENGINE NOTE: Due to protectivecoatings on the engine, a small amount of smoke may be present during the initial use of the product and should be considered normal. 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 far a few minutes. 2. Hold operator presence control bar down to the handle and pull starter handle quickly. Do not allow starter rope to snap back.
MA, rE.,NCESCNEDU'E AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE Check for Loose Fasteners Clean/Inspect Grass Catcher (_f Equipped) clean Lawn MOwer i _/"__'_2 _0_"_ _'_ .....
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS SERIAL NUMBER: DATE OFPURCHASE: GASOLINE CAPACITY/TYPE: 31L TYPE (API-SF-SJ): OIL CAPACITY: SPARK PLUGIGAP: .030") BLADE BOLT TORQUE: 1.6 QUARTS UNLEADED REGULAR SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (BELOW 32°F) 20 OZS. CHAMPION RJ19LM OR J19LM 35-40 FT. LBS. The model and serial numbers will be found on a decal attached to the rear of the lawn mower housing. Record both sedal number and date of purchase in the space provided above.
TO SHARPEN BLADE : NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening blade - but if you do, be sure the blade is balanced. Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. An unbalanced blade will cause eventual damage to lawn mower or eP,gk_e. • The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a gdnding wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower. • To check blade balance, ddve a nail into a beam or wall. Leave about one inch of the straight nail exposed. Place center hole of blade over the head of the nail.
Back • Slots Up "Caffridge Cover Cover tabs MUFFLER Inspect and replace con'oded 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 plu=g, type and gap setting are shown in PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" in Maintenance section of this manual. _CAUTION: Before performing any service or adjustments: 1. Release control bar and stop engine. 2.
TO ASSEMBLE GRASS CATCHER : 1. Put grass catcher frame into grass bag with dgid part of beg on the bottom. Make sure the frame handle is outside of the bag top. 2. Slip vinyl bindings over frame. NOTE: If vinyl bindings are too stiff, hold them in warm water for a few minutes. If bag gets wet, let it dry before using. _I,CAUTION: Do not run your lawn mower without clipping deflector or approved grass catcher in place. Never attempt to operate the lawn mower with the rear door removed or propped open.
: .Lower handle l Handle bracket Squeeze to fold Hairpin cotter Operatorpresence con'_olbar _ Fold //// forward // Upperhandle-.,....7//// for _// U) //Z S "t°raoeJZ,'/l Lower _ handle.---...__\ .d_'J'_YLVI_ F\ /F _ /// / 11 I • 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 alternative in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage.
• TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM Ioea not start CHART CAUSE CORRECTION 1. Dirty air filter. 2. Out offueL 3. Stale fuel. 4. Water in fuel. 5. Spark plug wire is disconnected. 6. Bad spark plug. 7. Loose blade or broken blade adapter, 8. Control bar in released position, 9. Control bar defective. Loss of power 1. Rear of lawn mower housing or cutting blade dragging in heavy grass. 2. Cutting too much grass. 3. Dirty air filter. 4. Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower, 5. Too much oil in engine. 6.
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM Srass catcher rmtfllllng (Ifso aqulpped) Hard to push CHART CAUSE CORRECTION 1. Cutting height too low. 2. L_ on blade worn off. 3. Catcher not venting air. ! 1. Grass is too high or wheel height is too low. 2. Rear of lawn mower housing or blade dragging in grass. 3. Grass catcher too full. 4. Handle height position not dghtfor you. 17 1_ Raise cutting height. 2. Replace blade. 3. Clean grass catcher. 1. Raise cutting height. 2.
CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWNMOWER --MODEL NUMBER 917.
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