Owner's Manual 6.5 HORSEPOWER 21" MULTI-CUT POWER PROPELLED ROTARY LAWN MOWER Model No. 917.377801 • ° • • 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 Visit our Craftsman website: www.
Warranty ............................................... Safety Rules ......................................... Assembly .............................................. Operation .............................................. Maintenance Schedule ...................... Maintenance ....................................... 2 2 5 6 11 11 Product Specifications ........................ 12 Sen/ice and Adjustments .................... 15 Storage ............................................... t6 Troubleshooting .
themowerorunclogging thechute, • Shuttheengine (motor) offandwait untilthebladecomestocomplete stop beforeremoving grasscatcher. • Mowonlyindaylight 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 drive clutch on mowers so equipped before starting the engine (motor).
_l,Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means CAUTION!!! BECOMEALERT!!! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED. CAUTION: 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 instructions and this manual in its entirety before you attempt to assemble or operate your new lawn mower. IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is shipped WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE in the engine. Your new lawn mower has beer assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts lefl unassembled for shipping purposes. All parts such as nuts, washers, bolts, etc., necessary to complete the assembly have been placed in the parts bag.
KNOWYOUR LAWNMOWER READ THISOWNER'S MANUALAND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER. Compare theillustrations withyourlawnmowertofamiliarize yourself withthelocation ofvarious controls andadjustments, Savethismanual forfuture reference, Thesesymbolsmayappearonyourlawnmowerorinliteraturesuppliedwiththe product.Learnandunderstand theirmeaning.
Theoperation 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. HOW TO USE YOUR LAWN MOWER ENGINE SPEED The engine speed is controlled by a throttle located on the side of the upper handle.
COMBI-CUT MOWERS TO CONVERT MOWER Your lawn mower was shippedready to Open be used as a mulcher. Toconvertto mulcher door bagging or discharging: REAR BAGGING • Open rear door and remove mulcher plug. Store mulcher plug in a safe Discharge deflector place. • You can now installgrass catcher. • To convertto mulchingor discharging operation,installmulcherplug into rear dischargeopening of mower. SIDE DISCHARGING • Mulcher plug mustbe installedinto rear dischargeopeningof mower.
BEFORESTARTING ENGINE ADDOIL Yourlawnmower is shipped without oil in the engine. Engine holds 20 oz. of oil. For type and grade of oil to use, see "ENGINE" in Maintenance section of this manual. 1. Be sure lawnmower is level and area around oil fill is clean. 2. Remove engine oil cap and fill to the full line on the dipstick. Pour oil slowly. Do not over fill. NOTE: A_tow oil to settle down into engine for accurate reading. To read proper level, tighten engine oil cap, then remove it to read the dipstick.
MOWING TIPS • 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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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS SERIAL NUMBER DATE OF PURCHASE GASOLINE CAPACITY/TYPE: 1.6 QUARTS UNLEADED OILTYPE (API-SF-SJ): OIL CAPACITY: SPARK PLUG(GAP: .030") VALVE CLEARANCE: REGULAR SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (BELOW 32°F) 20 OZS. CHAMPION RJ19LM OR J19LM INTAKE: EXHAUST: .004 - .008 .004 - .008 BLADE BOLT TORQUE: 35-40 FT. LBS. , I he model and serial numbers will be found on a decal attached to the rear ot the lawn mower housing.
Blade adapler ._ Crankshaft _ Correct Incorrect Wave Hasher Blade Blade _P"b..._S_, / I_ \ Hardenbd" ' washer / / Trailing edge " \ \ Oustcover Washer _/,._,=,,.,,-.s an Blade keyway adapter GRASS CATCHER • The grass catcher may be hosed with water, but must be dry when used, • Check your grass catcher often for damage or deterioration. Through normal use it will wear. If catcher needs replacing, replace only with a manufacturer approved replacement catcher.
TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL NOTE: Before tipping lawn mower 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 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. 4. Wipe off any spilled oil on lawn mower and on side of engine.
d_,CAUTION: Before performing any service or adjustments: 1. Release control bar and stop engine. 2. Make sure the blade 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. LAWN MOWER TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT See "TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT" in the Operation section of this manual.
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 did, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a clean, dry area. 1. Clean entire lawn mower (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.
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. TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM Does not start • Cover your unit with a suitable pmtec. tire 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.
TROUBLESHOOTINGCHART CAUSE PROBLEM 'Starter rope hard topull CORRECTION 1. Engineflywheelbmkeison 1. Depress control bar to whencontmlbaris ralease¢ upper handle before 2. Bent engine crankshaft, 3. 4. Grass catcher notfilling [Ifsoequipped) Hard to push Loss of drive Blade adapter broken. Brade dragging in grass. 1. Cutting height too low. 2. Lift on blade worn off. 3. Catcher not venting air. I 1. Grass is too high or wheel height is too low. 2. Rear of lawn mower housing/blade dragging in grass. 3.
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PiU I AHY LAWN MOWER -- MODEL NO. 917.377801 KEY NO. PART NO 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 29 30 31 3_ 33 34 35 36 3"Z 167163 161105X479 175788 132001 63601 66426 131959 175003 164265 161551 73990500 51793 133107 850733X004 83816 175018 161548 16.5261 175017 161568){479 168227X479 150078 163183 63124 1613,33 163409 166036)(479 851514 159267 851074 850263 851084 169809 176045 15O4O6 38 ..... DESCRIPTION Handle, Upper DIx Coral.
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ROTARY LAWN MOWER-- KEY NO. PART NO 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 171050 175786 17060408 170050 175011 75(3634 166060 132010 166049 166021X004 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 17541011 175009 166388 145354 57079 175(300 161602 16B477XO04 175008 12OO0(;22 163365 169911 DESCRIPTION SpeedContml Bail Control Drive Screw DriveCable Cover Dnve Screw Thdrol 10-25 x .50 V-Belt Nut Lock Flanged 3/8-16 Zinc Pulley Driven Belt Keeper Bracket Screw Hex Wash Head 10-24 X .668 Pivot Rod Cover Transmission Asrn.
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