Owner's Manual JCRAFTSMAWJ 6.75 HORSEPOWER 22" REAR DISCHARGE POWER PROPELLED__ ROTARY LAWN _j3WER Model No. 917.377180 • • • • • • Safety Assembly Operation Maintenance Espahol Repair Parts CAUTION: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment Seam, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 Visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.
Warranty Safety Rules Assembly Operation Maintenance Maintenance Schedule 2 2 4 6 10 10 Product Specifications Service and Adjustments Storage Troubleshooting Repair Parts Parts Ordering Back Ce LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN POWER MOWER For two years from date of purchase, when this Craftsman Lawn Mower is maintainec lubricated, and tuned up according to the operating and maintenance instructions in tl owner's manual, Sears will repair free of charge any defect in material or workmanshi If thi
• Check fuel tank before starting engine. Do not fill gas tank indoors, when the engine is running or when the engine is hot. Allow the engineto cool for several minutes before filling the gas tank. Clean off any spilled gasoline before starting the engine. • 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.
These accessories were available when this lawn mower was produced. They are not shipped with your mower. They are also available at most Sears retail outlets and service centers. Most Sears stores can also order repair parts for you, when you provide the model number of your lawn mower. Some of these accessories may not apply to your lawn mower.
HOWTO SET UPYOUR LAWN MOWER TO INSTALL A'I-rACHMENTS TO UNFOLD HANDLE Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be used as a mulcher. To convert to bagging or discharging: • Open rear door and remove mulcher plu( Store mulcher plug in a safe place. • You can now install catcher or optional c_ipping deflector. • To retum to mulching operation, install mulcher plug into discharge opaning of mower. Be sure all tabs are seated properly.
KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUALAND 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. _;ave this manu_31for future r_#ference. These symbols may appear on your lawn mower or in literature supplied with the woduct- Leam and understand there meaning.
The operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign 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 USE YOUR LAWN MOWER ENGINE SPEED TO A'R'ACH GRASS CATCHER • Lift the rear door of the lawn and place the grass catcher mower frame hooks onto the door pivot pins.
DRIVE CONTROL ADD GASOLINE • Self-properhng is c,)nholl(-_l hv t_,qdinq the operator presence control bar down to the handle and pushing the drive control lever forward until it clicks; then release the lever• • Forward motion will stop when the operator presence control bar is released• To stop forward motion without stopping engine, release the operator presence control bar slightly until the drive control disengages.
MOWING TIPS MULCHING • Under certain conditions, such as very tall grass, it may be necessary to raise the height of cut to reduce pushing effort and to keep from overloading the engine and leaving clumps of grass clippings. It may also be necessary to reduce ground speed and/or run the lawn mower over the area a second time. • For extremely heavy cutting, reduce the width of cut by overlapping previously cut path and mow slowly.
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S ....... : .... •_ _;_ DATE OF PURCHASE GASOLINE CAPACITY/TYPE: 1.5 QUARTS UNLEADED REGULAR OIL TYPE (API-SF/SG/SH): SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (BELOW 32°F) 20 OZS. OIL CAPACITY: SF, ,.,_ v r._ , !C ,,C.f, r_ -_..... .... ,_P!(q,N FLP',9! ,_,4_bF{ ,!!q[ EXHAUST: SOLID STATE IGNITION A1R GAP: BLADE BOLT TORQUE: .004- M .008 .0125 IN. 35-40 FT. LBS. • The model and serial numbers will be found on a decal attached to the rear of the lawn mower housing.
IMPORTANT: treated. Blade bolt is grade 8 heat 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 engine. • The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower. • To check blade balance, drive a nail into a beam or wall. Leave about one inch of the straight nail exposed.
Tn nw^l_!n_ I:::!_IP_IMFAl! Tiirn , 13 CJ; :, 7 • J engine until fuel tank is empty. • Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with spark plug. • Remove engine oil cap; lay aside on a clean surface. • Tip lawn mower on its side as shown and drain oil into a suitable container. Rock lawn mower back and forth to remove any oil trapped inside of engine. • Wipe off any spilled oil on lawn mower and on side of engine. • Fill engine with oil.
ACAUTION: Before performing any service and adjustments: • Release control bar and stop engine. • Make sure the blade and all moving parts have completely stopped. • Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place where it cannot come in cnr_tact with plug. LAWI_ MOWER TO ADJUST CuT'rING HE,GHT See "TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT" in the Operation section of this manual.
F _'J_ f ,.",'.F'-?_=r'_ _,v.,, *,_,u W_,,L_i ,_,_j on the bottom. Make sure the frame handle is outside of the bag top. • 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: De not run your lawn mower witho_t ( linping deflector or approved grass catcher in place. Never attempt to operate the lawn mower with the rear door removed or propped open.
Immediately prepare your lawn mower for storage at the end of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more. LAWN MOWER When lawn mower is to be stored for a period of time, clean it thoroughly, remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a clean, dry area. • Clean entire lawn nlower (See "CLEANING" in the Maintenance section of this manual). • Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance section of this manual • Be sure that all nuts, belts, screws, and pins are securely fastened.
ENGINE OIL Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in the Maintenance section of this manual). CYLINDER • Remove spark plug. • Pour one ounce (29 ml) of oil through spark plug hole into cylinder. • Pull starter handle slowly a few times to distribute oil. • Replace with new spark plug. OTHER • Do not store gasoline from one season to another. TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM Does not start • Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust.
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CHART CAUSE Excessive vibration ,., CORRECTION 1. Wom, bent or loose blade. 1. Replace blade. ]3ghten blade bolt. 2. Bent engine crankshaft. 2. Contact service Starter rope hard to pull 1. Engine flvwheel brake is on ! 1. when, _, I bar is released. 2. Bent _ q 4 "_de adapter brok_ r-, _4r, dragging in _. ;rankshaft. 2. 3. 4. an authorized center. Depress control bar to upper handle before pulling starter rope. Contact an authorized service center.
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ROTARY LAWN MOWER -- MODEL NO. 917.377180 GEAR CASE ASSEMBLY PART NUMBER 702511 17 lS 14 KEY NO. PART NO. 17490416 2 3 4 6 137055X004 137053 57072 48373 77881 137051 DESCRIPTION Tapping Screw 1/4-20 x 1-1/4 Engagement Bracket Shifter Seal Gear Case Hatves Kit (includes Key Nos. 4, and 7) Beadng Worm Shaft KEY NO, PART NO. 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 137074 57079 131484 700343 86447 137050 750436X 750369 12(X)0003 850848 81585X004 NOTE: All component dimensions in U.S. inches. 1 inch = 25.
ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917.
ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMB ER 917.377180 KEY NO. G3 _O 1 2 4 5 6 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 20 22 23 25 27 28 29 30 31 32 34 35 37 PART NO.
ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917.
ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917.377180 KEY NO. 1 3 4 5 6 8 9 11 12 13 14 15 16 18 PART NO. 145755 751152 158755 146527 150495 150182 145212 150340 12000058 137054 88080 88118 67725 701037 DESCRIPTION Control Cable Assembly Locknut #10-24 Hex Washer Head Screw 1/4-20 x 2.12 V-Belt Spring Retainer Hubcap Locknut Wheel & Tire Assembly E-Ring Pinion Dust Cover FeltWasher Washer 1/2 x 1-1/2 x .134 Selector Knob KEY NO. 26 28 31 32 35 36 37 38 40 41 54 55 57 PART NO.
CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL ,285 4OO 130 126 151A lC 120 119 125 46 < /_ 238 245 250 42 NO. 143.
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CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE ; MODEL _\20A 27 J_'_ _g37 44 37 NO. 143.
CR*_FTC_._ ' _ 'Y^! _ Ft!r'_ KEY NO. _ MtDr)EL NO. 14"_O067r)r) PART NO. ----640271 1 631615 2 4 5 6 7 16 17 631767 631184 631183 640070 650506 631807 651025 * * * 18 630766 20 640027 20A 840200 25 27 28 29 30 631867 631024 632019 631028 631021 31 35 36 36A 37 40 44 47 48 60 631022 64O259 640080 632766 632547 640030 27110A 630748 631O27 6327608 * * * * * * * DESCRIPTION Carburetor (Incl.
--11 13 0--2 KEY NO. =-- PART NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 11 590702 690599A 590600 590696 590601 590697 5_n698 590699 590700 590703 12 590535 13 590701 DESCRIPTION Recoil Starter Spring Pin (Incl. 4) Washer Retainer Washer Brake Spring Starter Dog Dog Spring Pulley & Rewind Spring Ass'y. Starter Housing Ass'y. (40 degree gf:ommet) Starter Rope ( 98" X 9/64" dia.
CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NO. 143.006700 12 / 13 KEY NO. PART NO. ----59O739 3 590740 6 590616 7 590617 8 590618A 11 59O638 12 590535 13 14 590701 590760 DESCRIPTION Rewind Starter Retainer Starter Dog Dog Spring Pulley & Rewind Spring Ass'y Starter Housing Ass'y (40 degree grommet) Starter Rope(Length 98" x 9/ 64" dia.
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