Owner's Manual ICRIIFTSMAN'I 6.75 HORSEPOWER 22" REAR DISCHARGE POWER PROPELLED ROTARY LAWN MOWER Model No. 917.378310 • • • • 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 Estates, IL 60179 website: www.sears.
Warranty ............................................... 2 Safety Rules ......................................... 2 Assembly .............................................. 5 Operation .............................................. 6 Maintenance Schedule ...................... 10 Maintenance ....................................... 10 Product Specifications ........................ 11 Service and Adjustments .................... 14 Storage ............................................... 16 Troubleshooting ..
• Shut 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 drive clutch on mowers so equipped before starting the engine (motor).
_Look forthis symbolto pointout importantsafety precautions.It means CAUTIONI!! BECOMEALERT!FrYOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED. ,A WARNING: In orderto prevent accidentalstartingwhen setting up, transporting,adjustingor makingrepairs, always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannotcontact 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 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.
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. 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 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 TO ATTACH GRASS CATCHER 1. Lift the rear door of the lawn mower and place the grass catcher frame side hooks onto the door pivot pins. 2.
DRIVECONTROL • Self-propelling is controlled by holding the operator presence control bar down to the handle and pushing the drive control lever forward until it clicks; then releasing the lever. • Forward motion will stop when the operator presence control bar is released. To step forward motion without stopping engine, release the operator presence control bar slightly until the drive control disengages. Hold operator presence control bar down against handle to continue mowing without self-propelling.
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.
ICE DATES REGULAR SERVICE Check for Loose Fasteners Clean/Inspect Grass Catcher (If Equipped) M Clean Lawn Mower O (Power-Propelled CLean Under DriveMowers) Cover Check drive belt/pulleys I_# _ I_ li/ bf/ I_ RE Poweropropeilad Mowers) CheclVShalpeniReplace Blade _/ _ 3 I_ Ii/ I/ IIS'4 E CleanBattery/Recharree ElectricStart Mowers'_ Check Engine 011 Level Lubrication Chart N Change Engine Oil ql/!,_ J CleanAirFilter Inspect Muffler l/= a Clean or Replace Spark Plug II/ E Replace Air
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS SERIAL NUMBP-H DATE OF PURCHASE GASOLINE CAPACITY/TYPE: 1.5 QUARTS UNLEADED REGULAR O1LTYPE (API-SF-SJ): OIL CAPACITY: SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (BELOW 32°F) 20 OZS. SPARK PLUG (GAP: .030") CHAMPION VALVE CLEARANCE: INTAKE: EXHAUST: SOLID STATE IGNITION AIR GAP: RJ19LM OR J19LM .004 - .008 .004 - .008 .0125 IN. BLADE BOLTTORQUE: 35-40 FT. LBS. • The model and serial numbers will be found on a decal attached to the rear of the lawn mower housing.
• To check blade balance, drive 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. If blade is balanced, it should remain in a horizontal position, if either end of the blade moves downward, sharpen the heavy end until the blade is balanced.
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; Jay 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.
_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.
TO ASSEMBLE GRASS CATCHER ENGINE ENGINE SPEED 1. Put grass catcher frame into grass bag with rigid part of bag on the bottom. Make sure the frame handle is outside of the bag top. 2. Slip vinyl bindings over frame. NOTE: If viny_bindings are too stiff, hold them in warm water for a few minutes. If bag gets wet, let it dry before using. _,CAUTtON: Do not run your lawn mower without clipping deflector or approved grass catcher in place.
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. 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 • Cover your unit with a suitable protective cover that does not retain moistura. Do not use plastic. Plastic cannot breathe which allows condensation to form and will cause your unit to rust. IMPORTANT: Never cover mower while engone and exhaust areas are still warm. A, CAUTION:Never store the lawn mower with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.
TROUBLESHOO rING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE Starterropehard I. Engine flywheelbrake is on when controlbar is releasec topull 2. Bent engine crankshaft. 3. Blade adapter broken. 4. Blade dragging in grass. CORRECTION 1. Depress control bar to upper handle before pulling stader rope. 2. Contact a Sears or other qualified service center, 3. Replace blade adapter. 4. Move lawn mower to cut grass or to hard surface. Loss of drive 1. Drive wheels not turning with drive control engaged, 2. Belt not driving 1.
ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NO. 917.378310 GEAR CASE ASSEMBLY PART NUMBER 702511 17 I KEY NO. PART NO. 17490416 2 3 4 5 137055X004 137053 57072 48373 77881 137051 DESCRIPTION Tapping Screw 1/4-20 x 1-1/4 Engagement Bracket Shifter Seal Gear Case Halves Kit (includes Key Nos. 4, and7) Bearing WormShaft KEY NO. PART NO. 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 137074 57079 131484 700343 86447 137050 750436X 750369 120G0003 850848 51585)(004 NOTE: All component dimensions US. inches.
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ROTARY LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER 917.378310 KEY NO. 1 3 4 5 6 8 9 11 12 13 14 15 16 18 26 PART NO. 145755 751152 158755 146527 15O495 150182 145212 150340 12000058 137054 8808O 88118 67725 7O1037 1436O3 DESCRIPTION Control Gable Assembly Locknut #10-24 Hex Washer Head Screw I/4-20 x 2,12 V -BEY= Spring Retainer Hubcap Locknut Wheel & Tire Assembly E-Ring Pinion Dust Cover Fert Washer Washer 1/2 x 1-1/2 x .134 Selector Knob Pan Head Tapping Screw #10-24 x 2-3/4 KEY NO.
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