6.0 HORSEPOWER 22" SIDE DISCHARGE ROTARY LAWN MOWER Model No. 917.379040 • • • • Safety Assembly Operation Maintenance • • Espa_ol Repair Parts CAUTION: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment Seam, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman VLsltourCraftsmanwebs_te:www.sea rs.
Warranty ............................................... 2 Safety Rules ......................................... 2 Assembly .............................................. 5 Operation .............................................. 6 Maintenance Schedule ...................... 10 Maintenance ....................................... 10 Product Specifications ........................ 11 Service and Adjustments .................... 14 Storage ............................................... 15 Troubleshooting ..
• Stop the blade(s)when crossinggravel drives,walks, or roads. • Stop the engine (motor)wheneveryou leave the equipment,before cleaning the mower or uncloggingthe chute. • Shut the engine (motor)off and wait untilthe bladecomes to completestop before removinggrass catcher. • Mow only in daylightor good artificial light. • Do not operate the machinewhile under the influenceof alcoholor drugs. • Never operate machinein wet grass.
_WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. _WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and related eccessodes contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of Califomia to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. _,Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions.
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 pads 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.
KNOWYOUR LAWN MOWER READTHIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATINGYOUR LAWN MOWER. Compare the illustrationswith your lawn mower to familiarize yourself withthe locationof variouscontrolsand adjustments. Save this manualfor future These symbols may appear on your lawn mower or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning, CAUTION ENGINE OR WARNING ON ENGINE OFF FAST SLOW CHOKE FUEL OtL DANGER. KEEP HANOS .
NOTE: Adjuster is properly positioned when plate tab inserts into hole in lever. Also, 9-position edjusters (if so equipped) allow lever to be positioned between the plate tabs. PlateTab The operationof any lawn mowercan resultin foreign objectsthrowninto the eyes, whichcan result in severe eye damage. Alwayswear safety glasses or eye shields while operatingyour lawn mower or performingany adjustmentsor repaim, We recommenda wide visionsafety mask over spectaclesor standardsafety glasses.
_)RIVE CONTROL ADD GASOUNE NOTE: Beforefillingfuel tank, remove and discardthe debds plug that is inside the tank. • Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular unleadedgasolinewith a minimumof 87 octane. Do not mix oilwith gasoline. Purchasefuel in quantitiesthat can be used within30 days to assure fuel freshness. _WARNING: Experienceindicatesthat alcoholblendedfuels (called gasoholor usingethanol or methanol)can attract moisturewhichleads to separationand formation of acids dudngstorage.
MOWING'rIPS • -. :..,.: , :: • Under cerfain condition_, _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.
.,._ ..o,,','E, .e Clean/Inspect (if Equipped) M E Grass Catcher IJ# Clean Lawn Mower (Power-Propelled Mowers) O Clean UnderDrive Cover • Checkddvebelt/ lays RE (Power- Propell_Mowers) Check/Sharpen/Replace Blade Lubdcalton Chart I1_ 11'3 l/ Clean Battew/Rechar Electdc Start Mowe_ I1' 011Level N ChangeEngineOil _d_1.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS SERIALNUMBER DATEOF PURCHASE 3ASOLINECAPACITWTYPE: 1.6 QUARTS UNLEADED 31LTYPE (API-SF-SJ): REGULAR OIL CAPACITY: SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (BELOW 32°F) 20 OZS. ;PARK PLUG(GAP: .030") BLADE BOLT TORQUE: 3540 CHAMPION RESISTOR TYPE RC12YC FT. LBS. The model and sedal numbers will be found on a decal attached to the rear of the lawn mower housing.Record both serial number and date of purchase in space provided above.
Blade adapter Key, ,ockwao.ar fl bolt Crankshaft Y • u._^._ w":%r Tr_ling • If lubricant is required, use only Texaco Starplex Premium 1 Grease, PaRRNo. 750369. Do not substitute. ENGINE LUBRICATION Use only high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SF-SJ.
Container AIR FILTER Yourengine witl not run properlyand may be damagedby usinga dirtyair filter. Replacethe air filter every year or after every 100 hours of operation,more often ifyou mow in very dusty,dirtyconditions. Do not wash air filter. TO 1, 2. 3. CLEAN AIR FILTER Loosen screw and tilt cover to remove. Carefufiy remove cartridge. Clean by gently tapping on a flat surface. If very dirty, replace cartridge. _,CAUTION: Petroleum solvents, such as kerosene, are not to be used to clean cartridge.
_kCAUTION: Before performing any service or adjustments: 1. Release control bar and stop engine, 2. Make sure the blade and all moving parts hove 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 CU'I-rlNG HEIGHT" in the Operation section bf 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 dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a clean, dry area. 1. Clean entire lawn imower (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.
IMPORTANT: Never covermowerwhile engone andexhaust areas are stillwarm. A CAUTION:Never storethe lawn mower with gasolinein the tank inside a building where fumes may roachan open flame or spark.Allow the engine to cool before storingin any enclosure. TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE Does not start CORRECTION I. Dirtyair filter. 2. Out of fuel. 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.
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE" CORRECTION Lossofdrive 1. Drivewheelsnotturning 1. Adjustorreplace drive withdnvscontrol engaged, controlcable. 2. Beltnotdriving 2, Putbeltonpulleys or replace beltsif broken. Grasscatcher notfilling(ifso equipped) Hardtopush 1. Cutting heighttoolow. 2. Liftonbladewornoff. 3. Catcher notvenling air. 1. Grassistoohighorwheel heightistoolow. 2. Rear of lawn mower housingor blade dragging in grass. 3. Grass catchertoo full. 4. Handle height positionnot right for you.
ROTARY LAWNMOWER - -MODELNO.917.379040 GEARCASEASSEMBLY PART NUMBER 702511 KEY NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION I 2 3 4 6 17490416 137055X004 137053 57072 48373 Tapplng Screw 114-20 x 1-114 Engagement Bracket Shifter Seal Gear Case Halves Kit (Includes Key Noe. 4, 6, and 7) 7 77_I Bearmg 8 9 10 11 137_1 137074 57079 131484 Worm Shaft Drive Shaft HardenedWasher Clutch Yoke KEY NO. 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 PART NO.
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MODEL NO. 11A602 TYPE NO. 0152-E1 BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE KEY NO. 616 619 621 633 635 670 684 689 718 741 745 830 842 847 851 868 883 914 922 923 925 930 957 966 968 972 975 976 977 993 1005 1019 1022 1023 1026 1029 1034 1036 1056 1095 1210 1211 _1 ._ + PART NO. DESCRIPTION 691305 Crank-Governor 691 IO8 Screw (Cylinder Head Plate) 692310 Switch-Stop 691321 O:_ Seal-Throttle Shaft 66538 Boot.
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