/W/// /q MODEL 917.377340 o Assembly - Operation • Customer ,,.... Responsibilities • Service • Adjustments . Repair_Parts Cautiom Read and FollOW __,_ all Safety Rules _,_ and Instructions Before Operating This Equipment 156684 02.11.97 REV.
SAFETY RULES Practices for Walk-Behind Safe Operation 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.
FELICITACIONES porlacompra de su segadora Sears Craftsman. Ha sido diseSada, planificada y fabdcada para dade la mejor confiabilidad y el mejor rendimiento posibfes. En el caso de que se encuentre con eualquier problema que no pueda solucionar fAcitmente, haga et favor de ponerse en contacto con su Centro/Departamento de Servicio Sears m_s cercano. Sears cuenta con t_cnicos bien capacitados y competentes y con las herramientas adecuadas para darle servicio o para reparar su unidad, ESPECIF!CACIONES 6.
TA REGLAS ..... i DE SEGUR_DAD ......................... IAS LA _ ......... _ ........ PROGRAMA DE MANTENIMIENTO ...................... .o.o12 SERVIClO Y AJUSTES ............................................... 16 ALMACENAMtENTO ................................................... !7 tDENTIFICAC|ON DE PROBLEMAS ........................... 18 PARTES DE REPUESTO .................. VEA EL MANUAL iNGLES DEL L3UENO ORDEN DE PARTES/SERVIC!O ................................
LAWN ACCESSO ES ,These accessories were available when this lawn mower was produced. 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 mod el number of your lawn mower, Some of these accessories may not apply to your lawn mower, AWN MOWER PERFORMANCE ....... CLIPPING DEFLECTOR FOR REAR DISCHARGE LAWN MOWERS .....
ASSE BLY 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. 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. All parts such as nuts, washers, bolts, etc.
BLY TO CONVERT MOWER Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be used as a mulcher. To convert to bagging or discharging: MULCHER REAR BAGGING (See Fig. 3A) , Open rear door and remove mulcher plug. mulcher plug in a safe place. , You can now install grass catcher. Store To convert to mulching or discharging operation, install mutcher plug into rear discharge opening of mower, making sure all tabs are seated properly. SIDE DISCHARGING * (See Fig.
OPERATIC 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. Gave this manual for future reference. These symbols their meaning.
OP ATIO ....... 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 the spectacles or standard safety _. _"_ _ galsses, HOWTO ENGINE _. USE YOUR LAWN MOWER SPEED (See Fig, 5) The engine speed is controlled by a lever located on the side of the engine.
OPERATIO TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT GAS (See Fig. 1t) (See Fig. 8) , Raise wheels for low cut and lower wheels for high cut. • Adjust cutting height to suit your requirements. dium position is best for most lawns. , Me- To change cutting height, squeeze adjuster lever toward wheel. Move wheet up or down to suit your requirements. Be sure all wheels are in the same setting. NOTE: Adjuster is properly positioned when plate tab inserts into hole in lever.
OP RATIO GASOLINE FILLER CAP ENGINE OtL CAP W/DIPSTICK MAX 1/3 FiG. 11 FIG. 12 TO START ENGINE MULCHING To start a cold engine, push primer five (5) 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. , Push engine speed control lever to high (4) , Hold operator presence control bar down to the handle and pull starter handle quickly. Do not allow starter rope to snap back.
CUSTOM ESPONS L ES MA_NTENANCESCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERV!CE Check for Loose Clean/Inspect (if Equipped) M1 OI W1 SERVICE DATES Fasteners Grass Catcher Clean Lawn Mower Clean Under Drive Cover Power_Propelled Mowers) Check drive belt/pulleys PoweroPropefled Mowers) ChecWSharpen/Replace Lubrication Blade Chart Clean Battery/Recharge Electric Start Check Engine Clean Air Filte_ NI Inspect Clean Muffler or Replace Spark Plug Air Filter Paper Cartridge Replace
CUSTO RESPON ILITIES :LAWN MOWER KEY 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. BLADE CRANKSHAFT ' KEYWAY BLADE ADAPTER Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance. BLADE CARE For best results, mower Replace bent or damaged blade must be kept sharp. blades. TO REMOVE BLADE (See Fig.
CUSTO DRI_E:,WHEELS RESPON IL ENGINE (See Fig. 14) ..... Remove hubcaps and washers. o Remove wheels from wheel adjuster axles, SAEVISCOSlTYGRADES 30 _ Remove any trash or grass cuttings from inside the dust cover, pinion and/or drive wheel gear teeth, - °C .30 _ .20" TEMPERATURE If you remove the drive pinions, clean and lubricate with spray lubricant or dry powdered graphite type lubricant before reinstalling. .
C STOM ESPONS CLEANING AIR FILTER COVER iMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP MOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND TRASH, CLEAN UNDERSIDE OF MOWER HOUSING AFTER EACH USE. COVER SCREW u _. _L _ HINGE PAPER FILTER FIG. 16 , AIR FILTER , Your engine wilt not run properly and may be damaged by using a dirty air filter. ° Replace the air filter every year, more often if you mow in very dusty, dirty conditions. Do not wash air filter.
SE _ _ _, ® , CE AN ADJUSTMENTS ORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR 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 contact with plug. TO REMOVE!REPLACE DRIVE BELT (See Figs 17-18) TO REMOVE BELT: o o o o • Place mower on side with carburetor up. Rotate rear wheel to access rear skirt screw. Remove rear skirt.
STO E 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. ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM iMPORTANT: tT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER, FUEL HOSE, OR TANK DURING STORAGE. ALSO, EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED FUELS (CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOL OR METHANOL) CAN ATTRACT MOISTURE WHfCH LEADS TO SEPARATION AND FORMATION OF ACIDS DURING STORAGE.
TROU L COTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE Does not start t. 2, 3, 4. Dirty air filter, Out of fuel, Stale fuet, Waterin fuel+ 1. 2. 3. 4. Clean/replace airfitter, Fill fuel tank. Drain tank and refill with fresh clean fuel. Drain fuel tank and carburetor and refitl tank with fresh 5. 6. 7, 8. 9, Spark plug wire is disconnected. Bad spark plug. Loose blade or broken blade adapter, Control bar in released position Control bar defective 5. 6. 7, 8. 9, gasoline. Connect wire to plug. Repiace spark plug.
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£RAFTSMaN® OWNER' MANUAL MODEL NO. 917.377340 6.6 HORSEPOWER 22" POWER PROPELLED ROTARY LAWN MOWER Each lawn mower has its own model number, gine has its own model number, Each en- The modet number for your lawn mower wi!! be found on a decal attached to the rear of the Sawnmower housing. The model number for your engine will be found on the blower housing of the engine. All parts listed herein may be ordered from any Sears, Roebuck and Co. Service Center/Department and most Retail Stores.
